Like many other photographers, I use Adobe Lightroom Classic for my image processing. It’s a powerful editing tool that can produce striking photos with only the tweak of a few sliders. By using Lightroom I can transform a dull, boring shot into a vibrant, impactful photograph. Just spending a few minutes in Lightroom straightening horizons, […]
The income from my photography and writing allows me to live a simple yet comfortable lifestyle by the beach on a tropical island in Thailand. It’s easy to live on less here because living costs are low and the dollar stretches much further than in the U.S. So far, most of my photography income has […]
Shaded from the scorching sun by rustling coconut palms and cooled by a light sea breeze, we’re sitting on wooden benches at a beachside eatery with our bare feet caressed by soft sand. Lunch of the day is spicy som tam (Thai green papaya salad), freshly caught grilled fish, and massaman curry with rice, washed down […]
During years of traveling and living overseas, the unusual, the unexpected, and the unknown have brought joy and excitement to my life. Living in foreign countries makesme step away from the ordinary and turn everyday into an adventure. My experiences exploring distant countries, immersing myself in different cultures, and learning new languages have also been […]
Adobe Lightroom can magically transform a drab image into a saleable photo that pops with just a few quick, simple edits. As I always shoot in raw, the difference between the original file and the final edit is like night and day. Raw images look dull, flat, and unimpressive—the magic happens during processing. Making presets […]
My ginger cat, Ninja, lies sprawled behind my open laptop on a sturdy, stone picnic table with a sea view. My feet rest on a carpet of fallen leaves, a balmy, briny breeze fans me, and a patchwork of bright blue sky peeks through a green, leafy canopy overhead. I work peacefully accompanied by my […]
The muffled hoof falls of my frisky mare accompanied the soundtrack of shrill cicadas and exotic birdsong echoing in the hot, humid air. As we trotted along, bright sunlight dappled the shadows cast by the dense woodland and tangled undergrowth flanking the dirt road. We arrived at the archaeological site of the ancient pre-Columbian city […]
I’m currently promoting my fine art photos through two non-exclusive online platforms offering a print-on-demand (POD) service. Saatchi Art and Fine Art America (FAA) both vary in their user experience and the products they sell, as well as their sales and marketing tools, features, and programs offered to help artists promote their work. Here’s a […]
Growing up in a family of artists nurtured my love of art. However, I didn’t feel I’d inherited the talented artist gene. My first camera, a gift from my father, showed me an alternative path for my creativity—and photography became my passion. After a few years of selling licenses for my travel photos through online […]
Photographing people on the street can at first seem daunting. However, I find it rewarding and fun and once I start, it can be hard to put my camera down. I’ve found that if I’m approachable, polite, and friendly, it can invite some unique photo moments. Such as these cheeky ladies who jumped uninvited in […]
