We often talk about telling a story in photography. But when you look closer, a single image may only hold part of the story: the introduction, the climax, or maybe the resolution. In this weeks po

In this episode, I talk with you about finding the right balance in your photography, or what I call your creative spice level. Based on a trip out for Thai food, I share how important it is to chal

Photography isnt just about making a single strong image. Its about what happens when we put images together. In this episode, we explore the creative shift from chasing individual keepers to buil

In this episode of the podcast, I explore the idea of arrows in your quiver. You know, the skills you dont think youll ever need but that can transform your photography when the moment comes. From

In this episode, I talk about that all-too-familiar moment when you look at your photos and realize they dont quite match what you saw or felt in the moment. I explore why this disconnect happens and

In this episode, I talk about how to look deeper into photographs and find their meaning, not just describe whats in them. Drawing from Sylvan Barnets ideas on formal analysis, I explain the differe

In this episode, Ken and I return to a conversation we had in the past about Roland Barthes famous essayDeath of the Author. This is an essay that can really have you rethink what you know about int

In this episode, I talk about why titling photographs matters. I share how titles help us organize our work, give context, and deepen both our own and the viewers understanding of an image. I suggest

n episode 541, I explore ideas that surface across conversations, readings, and experiencesall pointing toward the spirit of wabi sabi. Its about embracing imperfection, time, and authenticity in ph

In this episode, I talk with Ken Carlson about photographic composition. We move past the usual ruleslike lines and shapesand focus on how composition can express deeper meaning and intention. We sh