The Journal
Field notes, film thoughts, and the occasional letter.
A slow, irregular journal. Mostly written between editing sessions, on the train, or with a cup of cold coffee.
- March 2024
On quiet light
Why I shoot most of my portraits in the hour after sunrise — and how I keep a couple comfortable before the world is awake.
Read the essay - January 2024
Film notes: Portra 400 in overcast weather
A short field journal from three winter weddings on Kodak Portra — exposure, scanning, and the look I keep coming back to.
Read the essay - November 2023
A letter to couples planning a small wedding
Practical, gentle thoughts on guest count, light, and choosing a venue that won't fight your photographs.
Read the essay