A New Approach To This Blog

Reading back through a few of my blog postings, I’m not loving my tone. Type tone if that’s a thing. When I’m offering advice on my workflow, I’m too pushy with my thoughts. Instead of saying “do this,” I’m going to say “this is how I do it.” I think it’s a less demanding approach to offering my perspective. My process is what works best for me (right now). It might not work for anyone else. I’m coming to this conclusion after reading my own blog and others and watching some YouTube content. The people saying “do this” are annoying. Be more like me! Narcissism disguised as altruism. 

3319 Keepers Since July 1st, 2023

My new workflow has yielded an insane amount of keepers. Small high contrast b/w JPEGs only. Minimal post processing and quick editing. I haven’t shot a raw photo in six months.

Go beyond “the moment” and photograph whatever inspires you. If it’s a piece of trash, take a photo. 

Get off Instagram. It has too much influence on us. Seeking validation from strangers is unhealthy.

Shoot at least 100 photos per hour and expect a 3% keeper rate. Take as many photos as possible. This method paired with the fast workflow of editing JPEGs makes your life in post quick and easy.

Use a small camera. A Ricoh, Olympus or Panasonic is probably best. Something you can fit in your pocket.