It all begins with an idea.

It all begins with an idea.

It all begins with an idea.

It all begins with an idea.

It all begins with an idea.

It all begins with an idea.

It all begins with an idea.

It all begins with an idea.

It all begins with an idea.

It all begins with an idea.

Visual storytelling has played a central role in human tradition, evolving from ancient cave paintings to the powerful medium of photography. Visuals have always transcended linguistic and cultural barriers, preserving history, sharing experiences, and connecting people across generations. The invention of photography revolutionized storytelling by capturing reality with unmatched precision, providing a direct and emotional lens into moments of human struggle, triumph, and transformation.

It all begins with an idea.

On December 14, 2012, tragedy struck where nobody thought it ever would. 20 students – no older than 7-years-old – and 6 faculty members were shot and killed at Sandy Hook Elementary School in Newtown, Connecticut. It was the type of town that everyone considered totally safe; nothing bad ever happened. However, what was previously considered a quiet and unassuming town had now been permanently rattled by an unimaginable, inhumane evil.

It all begins with an idea.

We’ve all seen them before. Our favorite film characters going through an epic series of events to train for the big moment. Or maybe it’s a comedic collection of funny antics that they have gone through. It can even be a nostalgic look into the past.

Traditional theories would argue that people make decisions based on rational thinking and in their own self-interest. Behavioral economics tells us that this is not true. In fact, it’s quite the opposite.

“My pleasure.”

There’s no better feeling than hearing these words after ordering a 12-count chicken nugget meal with a lemonade from Chick-fil-A. It’s the thing that differentiates them from every other fast-food restaurant on the planet: the experience.

When working on any sort of creative project, it is crucial to spend as much time as possible in the planning phase. Depending on the project, you may even spend more time planning than creating.

Mental health related issues have swept across the nation at an alarming rate. 63% of students have reported to have feelings of overwhelming anxiety, and one in every five students have considered suicide.

Podcasts are awesome!

This has not necessarily always been my opinion, but I have found myself listening to podcasts more and more in the past few years. This change is a result of working multiple jobs in the past two years that have had an hour or two commute.