Normally when I choose which book to read next, I base it on what sort of mood I'm in—whether I'm craving something fluffy, for example, or maybe something that'll keep me in suspense. Every now and then, however, I get very purposeful in my choices. I may be seeking to learn something, or get inspired,... Continue Reading →
Portraits of Oreo
Oreo is not an easy cat to photograph. He spends very little time sitting still. Then, when he does finally calm down and you pull the camera out, he either tries to play with it or moves in subtle enough ways that your photo come out not quite right. Getting these portraits took some effort.... Continue Reading →
A moment of relaxation
This isn't a particularly insightful post. I don't have anything to share about photography skills, or writing, or general life lessons. It's just a simple post, sharing a simple photo. A photo wherein I managed to capture Cookie in a moment of relaxation, something she likely feels she doesn't get enough of lately. Admittedly, it... Continue Reading →
Framing the world
Deciding how to compose a subject in a photo is one of my favourite parts of photography. It can make such a big difference in how your subject is viewed—literally and emotionally. When people talk about setting up a photo, one of the first methods they tend to discuss is the rule of thirds. It's... Continue Reading →
Writing update: March 2021
I really shouldn't be surprised that February rushed by. I mean, the month is shorter than all of the others. Somehow, though, I'm still left wondering where it went. What happened to the days I wanted to spend writing? The photo walks I wanted to take? The goals I wanted to accomplish, the time I... Continue Reading →