The Vivid Ordinary: How William Eggleston Defined the Aesthetic of Modern Music

Field Notes, History of Photography

Photographer William Eggleston The first time I remember laying my eyes on a William Eggleston photo was on the bleachers at my Jr. High School in 2001. My best friend at the time had a bunch of older brothers who had great music taste. He handed me a Jimmy Eat World...

Why Photographers Do Not Give Out RAW Files (And Why You Actually Do Not Want Them)

Business of Photography, Client Guides, Learn Photography, Photography

Every professional photographer has heard it. The corporate event wraps up, the client is thrilled with the sneak peeks, and then comes the inevitable question: “Can we just get all the RAW files too?” It seems like a simple, harmless request. However,...

The “Round Table” Trap: 3 Seating Mistakes That Are Ruining Your Keynote Photos (and Engagement)

Business of Photography, Event Photography, Field Notes, Photography

You’ve booked the perfect keynote speaker, the San Diego venue looks incredible, and the AV team has the stage lighting dialed in. But as the speaker takes the stage, you notice something frustrating. Half the room is looking at their laptops, and the energy is...

Reclaiming the Process: Finding Your Photographic Voice in the Age of AI

Field Notes

The joy of making stuff is, quite simply, making stuff. But lately, I’ve been asking myself a hard question: In a world of automated software, AI masking, and instant culling, are we still “making” images, or are we just capturing data? With the rise of...

First Time Hiring a Photographer? Here’s How to Get the Best Results (and What to Tell Us!)

Client Guides

Booking a professional photographer for the first time can feel a little bit like ordering off a menu in a language you don’t speak. You know you want something amazing, but you aren’t quite sure how to ask for it!  Whether you need a headshot for...