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Finding Inspiration in Simple Things: Overcoming Creative Slumps
Inspiration isn’t about grand gestures—it’s about finding magic in the ordinary. Embrace small spaces, favorite subjects, and light to reignite creativity.
Why Pet Portraits Matter: Rusty Rocket
A timeless pet portrait captured on Polaroid Type 55 film—a story of trust, resilience, and the unbreakable bond between a photographer and her rescue dog.
Same Scene, Different Vision: Film & Digital Photography
Explore the unique visual stories behind two images of a bouquet in a purple vase, captured with different cameras and processing techniques. #photography
A Photographer’s Journey: How a Hasselblad Shaped My Career
In the summer of ’85, a chance encounter at KEH Camera Brokers led to the acquisition of a Hasselblad camera that transformed my photography career.
Capturing Clarity: A Guide to MTF Charts and Lens Sharpness
Modulation Transfer Function (MTF) is used to describe how well a lens captures and reproduces details. This article explores the factors contributing to a high MTF.
Selling Over 500K Images: From Print Sales to Digital Success
As I near retirement from commercial work, I reflect on my journey as a graphic artist, photographer, and businesswoman. From selling countless prints in the pre-digital era to transitioning into web design and digital imaging, my career has been a blend of passion, adaptability, and creativity. Join me as I recount the milestones and lessons learned in my 40-year career.
COOKE PS945 LENS
A look back at the rare Cooke PS945 soft-focus lens, prized for its beautiful bokeh, aperture-controlled softness, and lasting appeal in portrait and still-life work.
LIGHT METERS
Decades of experience with Gossen, Sekonic, Pentax, and Minolta light meters taught me that great exposure begins with reliable metering tools.
Looking At Photographs, by John Szarkowski
Explore 100 photographs from MoMA’s archives curated by John Szarkowski, the museum’s former Director of Photography and visionary art curator.
Balancing Light: A Simple Guide to Pinhole Exposure
Learn how to determine perfect exposure for pinhole photography using a light meter reading and a simple conversion factor—no gadgets required.
Portrait Photography
Portrait photography captures emotion, presence, and character—revealing the essence of a person through light, expression, and trust.
