The Lensbaby Composer Pro system is not just another lens—it's an invitation to play, experiment, and see the world differently. When I first picked up a Composer Pro, something shifted in my photography. The rigid rules I had followed for years loosened, making space for creativity, happy accidents, and a more personal connection to my work.

Photography has a unique ability to uncover the emotional landscapes that live within us. One of the most powerful themes I’ve explored over the years—both personally and in my creative community—is the concept of home, or Heimat, as we call it in German.

Delve into the world of creative composition and the fascinating shapes that bokeh can take, from soft rounds to out-of-center wonders with lenses like Lensbaby. Learn the art of playing with light, whether it's capturing a subject bathed in sunlight against a darker backdrop or skillfully shooting into the sun during the golden hour.

Discover how prisms can add magic to your photography through light, color, and reflection. This guide shares tips, inspiration, and my creative journey using OMNI filters.

Discover how the Camera Obscura technique can shift your creative vision. Learn how to use blur, midday light, and intentional softness to create dreamy, painterly images—plus see the lens in action in my featured video.

Have you ever heard about the city of Lübeck? It's a picturesque small town in northern Germany listed by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site, home of the German author Thomas Mann and many of my childhood memories.

Last month I was approached by Lensbaby to beta test their newest creation, the Burnside 35. Once the lens arrived at my house, I could not wait to try it out.

When life gets a little too stressful and my mind goes into overdrive I often pick up my camera and go for a walk on the beach. The sound of the ocean, sand between my toes, and the smell of water, is like a magical highly potent recipe for finding quietness.