This archive holds the complete collection of my writings – reflections on practice, influence, and the shifting landscape of photography.
Fine Art and the Strength of Vulnerability
When control fades and truth appears, vulnerability becomes capability. A reflection on surrender, strength, and the quiet dialogue between artist and subject.
A Fragment, Unrushed: On Waiting for Images
I no longer chase photographs. I wait for them — fragments that surface only when silence allows them to exist.
Unrushed, Uncompromised, Unapologetic: A Manifesto for Slower Photography
A fine art photographer’s manifesto on resisting speed and conformity in the digital age. On creating images that are unrushed, uncompromised, and unapologetic.
The Impact of AI on Fine Art Portrait Photography: Unveiling the Pros and Cons
Artificial intelligence is transforming photography in unexpected ways. Here, I reflect on the opportunities and ethical challenges it brings to fine art portraiture.
Richard Avedon: The Revolutionary of Fashion and Portrait Photography
Richard Avedon transformed portraiture into performance. This essay reflects on his legacy and how his fearless vision continues to influence contemporary fine art photography.
What No One Tells You About Being a Full-Time Photographer
Beyond the images lies the quiet reality of a life built around art. This piece explores the unseen challenges of living fully as a photographer and creator.
NFTs and Photography: Opportunities and Challenges in 2025
As art collides with blockchain technology, photography faces new questions of ownership, value, and authenticity. This essay explores both the promise and the paradox of NFTs.
The Difference Between Fine Art and Commercial Portrait Photography
Fine art and commercial photography share tools but diverge in purpose. This piece explores where the line is drawn and why my work firmly belongs to the realm of art.
Diane Arbus: The Photographer of the Marginalized
Diane Arbus gave voice to those unseen. Her portraits challenge us to face beauty and discomfort equally, and to embrace the raw complexity of humanity.
Why Quitting Social Media Boosted My Photography: A Reflection on the Modern Photographer’s Dilemma
Leaving the constant noise of algorithms gave me back my focus and my voice. In this reflection, I explore how silence, slowness, and intention reshaped my photography.
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