Mindfulness through photography...and better photography through mindfulness
The greatest joy of taking photos is being present…creating…capturing our amazing world around us. And your camera is a tool to help you do that…
The 7 things I'm grateful for in 2021
Yep 2021 was a challenging year to say the least. But I scrounged and found 7 things I’m grateful for…and threw in some photos and a video montage to boot….
What makes a photo “good”?
What makes a photo “good” anyway? Is it just a matter of opinion? Not necessarily…
The 5 most important things I want you to know about creating travel photos
During my first solo travel adventure, I had more time than usual with my own thoughts…and camera. So I’ve boiled down my experience into the 5 most important things I want you to know…
Why your why matters
If you’re ever felt like photography is just too hard…like you might give up, this is the post for you. Here’s a little secret…I have felt that way too! But you CAN’T give up, and here’s why…
Creating more than just a pretty picture
When making a photo, what are you trying to create? A beautiful image, sure. But I also think it’s about sharing the experience and the feeling of what you’re looking at…not just the pretty thing. Learn how to create an experience for your viewer that will make them feel like they were there with you…
Lessons I learned in Paris
By looking back at your photos from previous trips, you can learn SO much! Like what? Well...what went right, what didn't, what's missing. I’ll show you how to look back at your photos…
3 things people are surprised by when I critique their photos
Photo critiques are a fabulous way to get valuable feedback on how to improve your photo skills. During the critiques I do with my students, I started seeing a few things show up again and again…
3 tips for not overthinking photo creation on your next trip
If you tend to get a bit overwhelmed trying to figure out all the aspects of creating the perfect photos when you travel, then this blog post is for you. Get tips for staying calm, enjoying the adventure, AND creating photos that tell your story.
Why creating great photos is about more than just your camera
Yes, your camera and its settings are pretty darn important. But it’s not the ONLY important thing in photography. Find out more…
To plan or not to plan. That is the question.
What kind of travel planner are you? Do you plan every detail, every photoshoot? Or do you like to stay flexible? I’ll help you figure out what works best for you.
What’s limiting your photo creation (and it’s not your camera)
Figure out what’s holding you back in your photo creation, and how to move into your creative place…
Au revoir 2020. I can’t say I’ll really miss you much.
I’ll admit that I’m pretty happy to say au revoir to 2020. Go on a little walk down memory lane with me and find out what this very challenging year taught me.
Finding inspiration when you’re not traveling
How do you make the most of your perspective, your uniqueness? Inspiration. This post is about finding your inspiration, your juju, your inner reason for picking up that camera in the first place.
Travel Where You Are
Since we can’t travel like we want to right now, take this chance to get out your camera and look at your own home town with a fresh perspective…