Sometimes life throws you into a rut. The kind where your mind starts circling the same thoughts repeatedly, and you feel stuck. This year’s latest season of Professor T unexpectedly hit me. The brilliant but…
Caption: Dave LaBelle, renowned photojournalist and storyteller, speaks to students at the Grady College of Journalism at the University of Georgia, alongside Mark Johnson. I’ve known a lot of photographers who chased assignments that paid…
This 30-second video for Slopes BBQ may have been designed to play during high school games on the jumbotrons around Roswell, Georgia, but it’s more than just a quick commercial. Angel, the owner of Slopes…
A young Fulani shepherd watches over his cattle under the scorching sun in Burkina Faso. Known for their rich nomadic heritage, the Fulani are expert cattle herders, moving with the rhythm of the land and…
Today, I photographed two meaningful ceremonies here in Roswell, Georgia—the Push-In Ceremonies for the new fire engines at Stations 22 and 26. This isn’t just a photo op. It’s a tradition deeply rooted in the…
Sometimes I think, “What if I were 20 years old today, just starting as a photographer and storyteller in 2025?” In 1982, when I was 20, I was at East Carolina University. I spent more…
Photographer and educator Todd Bigelow shares real-world insights during the Business of Photography Workshop, hosted by ASMP/Atlanta. A powerful reminder that success in photography isn’t just about your images—it’s about how you run your business.…
As a freelance photographer and visual storyteller, it's easy to fall into the trap of thinking we compete for jobs, fight for exposure, and try to be the best. But here’s a thought that changed…
Well, today didn’t go as planned. Instead of spending my workday creating stories or editing videos, I fixed my MacBook Pro. Again. This morning, I opened my laptop and was greeted with a warning: “Your…
If you’re a photographer trying to stay relevant and profitable in 2025, you already know just being “good with a camera” isn’t enough. The photographers who thrive today aren’t just capturing images—they’re building trust, solving…
Great teaching doesn’t just transfer knowledge—it builds trust, invites vulnerability, and creates space for laughter. Here’s a fun moment with students and staff from the YWAM School of Photography in Kona, Hawaii, where we didn’t…
Friendships aren’t just lovely to have—they’re essential. Research consistently shows that strong social bonds improve physical health, mental well-being, and longevity. Friendships help us live longer, manage stress better, and give us a sense of…
