Reading Time: 3 minutesAt the grand opening of Ross Cathy’s Chick-fil-A in Columbus, Georgia, surrounded by fellow operators and supported by his
Why Change Acceptance Matters More Than You Think
Reading Time: 2 minutesCaption: At the close of our storytelling workshop in Tanzania, the community gathered to watch the premiere of the
When Holding On Holds You Back
Reading Time: < 1 minuteOne of the biggest challenges for businesspeople — and honestly for anyone — is knowing when to let
The “Why” Behind the Photograph: Lessons from Historic Images
Reading Time: 3 minutesThis is my favorite photograph by my mentor, Don Rutledge. I love it because the family’s eyes are not
Finding Rhythm in Life: How Playing an Instrument Can Keep You Positive
Reading Time: 2 minutesSometimes life throws you into a rut. The kind where your mind starts circling the same thoughts repeatedly, and
The Wealth of Pursuing Your Calling
Reading Time: 2 minutesCaption: Dave LaBelle, renowned photojournalist and storyteller, speaks to students at the Grady College of Journalism at the University
Don’t Just Show Up: Why Preplanning Makes or Breaks Your Next Shoot
Reading Time: 3 minutesBefore filming began, the team gathered with missionary Judy Bown in Togo, West Africa, to discuss her story and
More Than BBQ: The Story Behind the Slopes Video
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThis 30-second video for Slopes BBQ may have been designed to play during high school games on the
“Do You Feel Lost?” — Why Knowing Your True North as a Creative Matters More Than Ever
Reading Time: 3 minutesA young Fulani shepherd watches over his cattle under the scorching sun in Burkina Faso. Known for their rich
From Horse-Drawn to High-Tech: A Roswell Firefighting Tradition Lives On
Reading Time: 2 minutesToday, I photographed two meaningful ceremonies here in Roswell, Georgia—the Push-In Ceremonies for the new fire engines at Stations
Why I Stick with Nikon—and What It Has to Do with Asperger’s and Mastery
Reading Time: 2 minutesWhen I first picked up a camera, it wasn’t by brand choice; it was a gift. I started with
How to Build Trust in an Age of Misinformation (Through Storytelling)
Reading Time: 3 minutesA moment of awe and inspiration — a young family watches in wonder as Roswell Fire Station 25 lights
If I Were 20 Again—In 2025
Reading Time: 2 minutesSometimes I think, “What if I were 20 years old today, just starting as a photographer and storyteller in
Rediscovering the Joy of Photography
Reading Time: 3 minutesAs professional photographers, many spent decades chasing light, meeting deadlines, and crafting images for clients. But we may have
Why Join a Professional Photography Association in 2025?
Reading Time: 4 minutesPhotographer and educator Todd Bigelow shares real-world insights during the Business of Photography Workshop, hosted by ASMP/Atlanta. A powerful
Why the Infinite Mindset Matters for Photographers and Freelancers
Reading Time: 2 minutesAs a freelance photographer and visual storyteller, it’s easy to fall into the trap of thinking we compete for