The Journal
Photography hacks, life lessons and discovering the journey of WHY.
The most wonderful time of the year?
Feeling overwhelmed or disconnected during the holidays? This heartfelt reflection challenges the pressure of perfection at Christmas and reminds us that joy, love, and connection can be found beyond December. You're not alone—it's okay if Christmas isn’t the most wonderful time of the year.
Facing My Fears: Making a Horror Film Trailer
I’ve never been a fan of horror films, but I decided to confront my fears by creating a horror movie trailer. With most scary trailers spoiling the plot, I teamed up with Ankuur to craft something different—something that teases without telling. The result? A chilling glimpse into the dark, obsessive journey of a woman whose quest for love spirals into madness.
Why I’m Committing to Shooting More 35mm Film in 2025
With most of the year behind me, I’ve decided to embrace a new challenge for 2025: shooting more on 35mm film. It’s not just about nostalgia; it’s about intentionality. Limited frames force you to slow down and think differently, and that shift has made me a better storyteller. Whether I’m capturing personal moments or working on commercial projects, film pushes me out of my comfort zone—and that’s where growth happens.
Who are you?
As a human being, two of the most difficult things you learn to do are talk and walk, and I would argue the third most difficult thing you may ever do is to discover who you are when you have nothing else to look upon but you. When you have nothing else, who are you?
let the fire burn.
From words of wisdom from photographer Joe McNally, to photographing my dream car — the 1967 Shelbey GT 500, I cover a wide variety of topics that will make your soul fat (from being spiritually fed of course). You won’t want to miss this!
Live life nuts
Earlier this year Shortstache (photographer Garrett King) and I talked about this, and even someone at his level still feels like he’s trying to figure it out. This brought me a lot of comfort, and I hope it brings you comfort as well.
Sweater Weather
In this, I talk about my experience with the Sony A7RIV, flying a drone in the backyard of Jimmy Kimmel’s lodge and what book I am currently reading. Parting thought — “Anything worth doing is going to require you to feel uncomfortable at some point.”
Is this a risk for taking?
While caught in a day dream, I had this vision of capturing certain images of the Tetons from the water. As I was caught in this trance, I quickly realized the images in my head didn’t exist.
Turn your room into a pinhole camera
It may sound too good to be true, but I assure you, it isn’t. All you need is something to black out the window, and some scissors to cut a hole into the blackout material.
A Moose Encounter Changed My Life
While photographing a moose in the heart of Glacier National Park, WY., I learned a valuable lesson about commitment and patience.
What 200 Glowsticks Taught Me
The greatest lesson I learned from making this video - To Those Who Believe - it’s this: the greatest opportunities are the ones you make for yourself.
The Single Piece of Advice that Changed My Life
I'll never forget what photographer Joe McNally told me… “You have to make me care about what you are shooting.”
Choose Tools That Reflect Who You Are
In short, I decided the pain - whatever that may be - is worth enduring if it meant I could shoot at f/2.0 in the middle of the day.
When God closes a door, here’s what happens:
When you realize God is in control, you will spend less time trying to open closed doors and focus on spending more time trying to find the doors God has already opened for you.
Chick-Fil-A’s Competitive Advantage And How You Can Apply It, Too.
Rather than going on the defense - like everyone else - Truett Cathy decided to go on the offense - to play where no one else was playing - and reinvent the drive through experience.
Why Being An Underdog Is In Your Favor
However, they were the most persistent in their pursuit, and unlike Samuel Langley - who you may have never heard of - they sought untraditional ways to understand flight.
I was rejected 65 times in one day, and here’s what I learned
Looking back, I now realize I needed to be rejected. I needed to be humbled and I needed to be taught this vital, character defining lesson.
Out of fresh ideas? Try this:
If you want to be inspired, and to come away with fresher ideas, leaving the car (metaphorically speaking) is a good place to start.
Read This Before You Start Any Creative Endeavor
If you want to create work that inspires people - you have to follow your heart. If you want to influence others to become the best version of themselves, you have to follow your heart.
