Nov 22

Would You Die For The Photo? An Eerie Peek at War Photography

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I'm no photojournalist - but I have huge respect for those men and women who put themselves in dangerous zones, risking their lives, to show the world some of its most important (horrifying) images. I've been asked before if I'd consider taking pictures in the line of fire and my answer is simple: Hell No. I just do not have the balls. Hang me out... read more ›
Jan 04

Best Photo Locations: The Secret of Isla Ometepe, Nicaragua

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Sometimes you have to get off the beaten path to find the real texture in a location. The truth is, locations that are hard to find will reveal new angles and subjects. Trust me, if it's hard to find and get to - it will produce something new and different. So, as they say, "Take a Hike." You will be rewarded. Nicaragua isn't quite Cancun, but it had become more... read more ›
Dec 03

Emerging Talent: Niki Feijen’s Interiors of Intrigue [and What Pro Photographers Need To Learn From Non-Pros]

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I was first introduced to Niki Feijen's work via Amy Rollo who helps me with the Best Photo Locations pieces on my blog. I saw his stuff and, naturally, poked around to learn more about him. Ironically, one of my favorite parts of Niki's backstory is that he's not a professional photographer. He has a day job, and photographs his passion - urban exploring. And then something occurred to me: while it may be unconventional... read more ›
Oct 29

Best Photo Locations: Manarola, Italia — Finding Something Different

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If you’re primarily an on-location photographer or filmmaker, then you know how much value a great location can add to the shoot. This is the blog’s new series, Best Photo Locations, where I feature supercool locations around the world. Stuff I discover, stuff that others send me, places I’d love to shoot. Of course feel free to chime in, share, link, or otherwise contribute in your own way.... read more ›
Sep 06

Best Photo Locations: Bushwick, Brooklyn

Before the last of the breweries closed its doors in 1976, Bushwick was known as the "beer capital of the Northeast." The collapse of the beer industry eroded the neighborhood's economic base, leaving a wealth of abandoned buildings. Click through the gallery tabs above to check it out some scouting shots. I caught up with a local friend, Amy Rollo, who lived in "Little Dominicana," for 3 years and had her fair share of fried... read more ›
Jun 13

Best Photo Locations: Detroit

If you’re primarily an on-location photographer or filmmaker, then you know how much value a great location can add to the shoot. This is the blog's new series, Best Photo Locations, where I feature supercool locations around the world. Stuff I discover, stuff that others send me, places I’d love to shoot. Of course feel free to chime in, share, link, or otherwise contribute in your own way.... read more ›