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Jumping Formats: My First Foray into Medium Format with the Bronica S2A

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Jumping Formats: My First Foray into Medium Format with the Bronica S2A

From 35mm to a 6x6 powerhouse. My first impressions, camera comparisons, and initial sample shots shooting medium format film with the vintage Zenza Bronica S2A.

Such is the Nature of the Game: A San Diego Film Failure

Such is the Nature of the Game: A San Diego Film Failure

A look back at my 2026 trip to San Diego—complete with a first MLB game experience at Petco Park, beautiful night walks through the Gaslamp Quarter, and a heartbreaking (but humbling) lesson in loading 35mm film.

A roseate spoonbill captured in mid-flight with its distinctive pink wings fully extended against a clear, solid blue sky.

Chasing the Pink: My First Birding Trip to the Orlando Wetlands

Ever since I've gotten into birding, the Orlando Wetlands has come up in my research for the best destination in Orlando for birding. For some reason though every time I've had the motivation to go it's always been on a Monday when the park

The Pre-Trip Upgrade: Hitting San Diego with the Sony A7IV

Lifestyle Featured

The Pre-Trip Upgrade: Hitting San Diego with the Sony A7IV

A work trip to sunny San Diego, an early arrival, and a last-minute camera upgrade. Here’s how the Sony a7IV handled its first real-world test.

Thrifted Frames: First Rolls with the Minolta Freedom Tele AF

Thrifted Frames: First Rolls with the Minolta Freedom Tele AF

A hands-on look at the 1988 Minolta Freedom Tele AF. Despite its bulky early-AF chassis, this $5 thrifting steal delivers great results on Kodak 200 film and shares a fascinating history with the Leica AF-C1. Full thoughts and image galleries inside.

New Blog, New Format

New Blog, New Format

A dedicated space for visual stories, technical insights, and personal observations. Moving past the limits of short-form social media, this journal is a curated archive of where I’ve been, what I’ve built, and what I’m learning along the way. Subscribe to follow the journey.