Every photographer starts somewhere. After more than 30 years behind the camera, I’ve learned that growth comes from practice, curiosity, and taking the next shot.
Every Great Photographer Started with One Click Read More »
Photography
A coffee stop in Watkinsville, Georgia, led to an intriguing roadside discovery: a weathered old service station with a vintage gas pump, Coca-Cola sign, and plenty of small-town character.
A Surprise Old Service Station in Watkinsville, Georgia Read More »
Road Trip, US Travel Adventures
In 1995, I photographed a fishmonger inside Tokyo’s working Tsukiji Fish Market. Decades later, that simple travel photo has become a record of a market that no longer exists in the same form.
Tsukiji Fish Market in 1995: Photographing Tokyo Before the Wholesale Market Moved Read More »
International Adventures, Photography
Some of my favorite travel memories began with trying something unfamiliar. You do not have to be fearless—just willing to take one step beyond what feels routine.
Your Best Stories Begin Outside Your Comfort Zone Read More »
Travel Tips
My first international trip took me to Tokyo in 1995. Decades later, my photographs of Ueno Zoo’s pagoda, pandas and historic surroundings tell a much bigger story.
Ueno Zoo in 1995: My First International Trip to Tokyo Read More »
International Adventures
Discover seven winter day trips from Galway, including the Cliffs of Moher, Connemara, Kylemore Abbey, the Burren, Inis Mór and Sky Road.
7 Spectacular Day Trips from Galway in Winter Read More »
Family Travel, International Adventures, Outdoor Adventures
Discover five of the best things to do in Athlone, Ireland, from medieval Athlone Castle and the stained glass of Saints Peter and Paul to Sean’s Bar, Clonmacnoise and Luan Gallery. This guide also includes current 2026 visitor updates, photography tips and ideas for adding Athlone to an Ireland itinerary.
Best Things to Do in Athlone, Ireland: Historic Landmarks Read More »
Family Travel, International Adventures, Travel Tips
Experience Dublin through its traditional music, food and famous drinks. Discover historic pubs for live Irish music, classic dishes including Irish stew, boxty and Dublin coddle, plus the Guinness Storehouse and Jameson Distillery Bow St. This guide explains what to try, where to find it and how to add these cultural experiences to your Dublin itinerary.
Traditional Irish Music and Food in Dublin: Where to Experience Authentic Irish Culture Read More »
International Adventures, Restaurants
The photograph does not have to impress anyone else to matter. Trust what catches your eye, take the picture, and preserve the details you want to remember.
Take the Picture—Even If No One Else Understands Why Read More »
Photography
Discover six hidden bookshops and cafés in Dublin, including independent bookstores, secondhand finds, tucked-away cafés, and literary stops to consider for your next Ireland trip.
Hidden Bookshops & Cafés in Dublin: 6 Literary Stops Read More »
International Adventures
A World Cup match, a long conversation with owner Don Dugan and a hearty dinner turned our visit to Dugan’s Pub into more than another restaurant stop. The warm woodwork, stained glass, Irish-inspired menu and neighborhood energy made this River Market pub feel closely connected to the community around it.
Why Dugan’s Pub Is Little Rock’s Most Authentic Taste of Ireland Read More »
Restaurants, US Travel Adventures
Our stay at The Empress of Little Rock turned an overnight stop into one of the most memorable experiences of our Midwest road trip. Inside the restored 1888 Hornibrook Mansion, Victorian architecture, stained glass, a distinctive guest room, hidden spaces and quiet time on the porch made the hotel feel like a destination of its own.
Step Back in Time at Arkansas’s Most Beautiful Historic Bed & Breakfast Read More »
Architecture, Photography, Road Trip, Travel Tips, US Travel Adventures