Matrimonial Phobia
This post isn’t about my fear of commitment. It’s not about my character flaws. And it’s certainly not about the emotional stunting that invariably attaches itself to us third-culture kids. It’s about my staunch refusal to photograph weddings.
If you know the difference between an f-stop and focal length, or if you carry a camera that [...]
Photography in the Face of Adversity
I am writing this post from some anonymous airport lounge, watching the sun rise over the tails of the planes scattered carelessly on the runway. I have just left Haiti and am on my way to the next adventure, wherever that may be/. (Watch this space). I can only apologise for the recent prolonged deathly [...]
Is Photography Undervalued? An Amateur’s Rant
I often get requests from people asking to use my photographs online or in print. Some are willing to pay, but most are hoping for a free ride. Initially I was pleased just to be paid the compliment of someone using my work, and readily agreed to all such requests. But my tune has changed. [...]
Learning To Appreciate The World of Fashion Photography
I’ve never done any studio work. And to be honest, I’ve never really wanted to. When it comes to artificial lighting, I’m completely out of my depth (save for a few forays into constant light experimentation). But every now and then I do get asked to take some shots. And surprisingly, it’s really fun!
I suppose [...]
Larceny: A Photographer’s Rude Awakening
I first began to pay attention to the theft of photographer’s works when it became personal, when it happened to me. A couple of years ago I received an email from someone who had seen one of my photographs win a photography competition. The hitch: I had not been the one to submit it.
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