post your photos on social media. But what’s the alternative, to never share anything? Seeking validation from strangers is how we roll in society today.
Category Archives: Thoughts
What’s In Your Bag?
Pepper spray
You’re not complete until…
you are wearing a Leica around your neck dressed in full Lululemon. The Gucci of Santa Monica. You can easily store extra batteries and film in your zippered pockets. No more need for skinny skins, fake vintage concert tees from Urban Outfitters, trendy hats and old patina leather bags you found at your favorite vintageContinue reading “You’re not complete until…”
Lululemon is The Gucci of Santa Monica
You know what’s better…
than taking a good (whatever that is) street photo? Putting your feet in the sand and knocking out 100 pull ups. Street photography is like going on a hike to Mars. You’ll never get there. You’ll never get good at it, therefore never feel accomplished. It’s kind of the appeal. But you’ll always feel accomplishedContinue reading “You know what’s better…”
The More I Shoot
The more I appreciate imperfection and mood. While I think moment is still important, I think a blurry or technically bad photo can still work as long as it has nice colors or light and shadow in black and white. Not every photo needs a story and the “correct” composition.
Home Is Where The Heart Is
I submitted a photo series to the Street Photographers Foundation on March 31st, the deadline. I made the series the day before, in my hometown of Cincinnati Ohio at the Reds Opening Day Parade. I was chosen as a finalist in the competition. I’m still unfulfilled in my photography. What is fulfilling is that IContinue reading “Home Is Where The Heart Is”
Two Color Photos
99% of the time, my photos look better in black and white. Not sure why. I don’t know if it’s my approach or lack of skill in processing color photos. Probably a little of both. But I found two photos I like in color. They were both shot in pretty good light which seems toContinue reading “Two Color Photos”
Five Frames From January
You know GAS (Gear Acquisition Syndrome) is bad, a symptom of consumerism. I’m envious of people who do not suffer from this disease. I have a Leica Q2 Monochrom and I’m somehow doubting it. Not because of it quality, but because it’s “not fun.” I mean it’s a pretty lame excuse. The camera is awesome.Continue reading “Five Frames From January”
Blogging Is A Good Release
I get more satisfaction writing a short blog or sharing a photo story on here than getting likes on my IG or YouTube account..even though very few people read these. The blog isn’t about reach, but about letting your thoughts and ideas flow. It’s therapeutic.
Chris Athanasiadis 