I remember the first time I saw one of Elisa Miller’s photographs. An image of a woman sprawled on a thick red rug, wearing a green dress and a white blouse, smoking a cigarette with a slash of bright red lipstick. Her red hair seemed to burn against the carpet, and I felt a sudden,…
The realm of art that delights in playing with our very perceptions, our innate sense of what is up or down, right or wrong, real or imaginary, holds a deep and abiding fascination for me. It is a concept that truly resonates with my own photographic explorations, particularly in how I strive to peel back…
I’ve never entered a photography competition before, but the 2025 Daylight Photo Awards have definitely caught my attention. With a top prize of $2,500 and a digital portfolio, plus exposure through Daylight’s marketing campaigns, this competition seems like a fantastic opportunity for photographers looking to showcase their work on a larger stage.
Shaping My Cinematic Vision: Influences, Inspirations, and Emerging Styles As I continue to explore filmmaking, photography and hone my creative voice, it becomes increasingly important to look back at the filmmakers who have shaped my vision. Their work has influenced my understanding of cinematic language and storytelling, inspiring me to experiment with my own style.…
The Leap from Comics to Camera For years, the world of comic books had been my creative outlet. Writing scripts, creating characters, and collaborating with artists to bring stories to life was an exhilarating process. Comics taught me how to tell stories visually and how to convey emotion, movement, and meaning in a few panels.…