The Camera Doesn't Matter As Much As You Think
I've owned five cameras over 20 years of photography — but when I look back at my photos, I can never tell which one I used. Here's what that taught me about gear obsession.
Our Photos Most Likely Won’t Outlast Us — And That’s Okay
Photographers often worry about legacy: archival prints, acid‑free paper, and whether our images will survive us. After hearing Brooks Jensen discuss the long‑term survival of photo prints, I began questioning whether permanence is the point—or if the act of creating is enough.
Why Local Photographers Often Create Better Urban Landscape Photos
When it comes to urban landscape photography, experience matters—but local knowledge often matters more. Local photographers have time on their side: time to return, to wait for the right light, and to truly understand a city. That familiarity often leads to stronger, more meaningful images than a quick visit ever could.
Why I Only Shoot With One Lens (And Why You Might Want To Try It)
Most photographers carry extra lenses “just in case.” I stopped doing that years ago. Shooting with one lens has made my photography lighter, simpler, and more focused—and helped me make better photos in the process.
Photograph It Before It’s Gone: Why Timing Matters in Urban and Landscape Photography
Urban landscapes don’t wait. From fading neon signs in Hong Kong to a demolished train station in Harrison, NJ, this post explores why photographers must act fast — because the scenes we love might vanish before we’re ready.
your neighborhood might be the most underrated photo subject
A photographer’s reflection on capturing the beauty of Harrison and Jersey City—proof that great photography doesn’t require travel, just a keen local eye.