…my time with the camera came in small evening pieces. No long, leisurely schedule. No full-day wandering with a heroic amount of caffeine and questionable footwear. Just enough time after work to get out, walk the French Quarter, and see what held together.…

Part three of three from my weekend at the KelbyOne Summit.

…leans hard into the old cocktail-room vibe. Dark upholstery, black drapery, gold accents, small tables with small lamps putting out little light. The clothing, glassware, and furniture point toward a 1920s influence, which fits the building’s early twentieth-century origin and the venue’s restored character. All of it provides an intimate stage.…

Part two of three from my weekend at the KelbyOne Summit.

…Their crew had set up multiple shooting bays, arranged the lights, and brought in models. Instructors and peers were available to talk you through things if needed. We had a few hours to wander the halls and work with the models and sets.…

Part one of three from my weekend at the KelbyOne Summit.

…The 1.72-mile track features 14 turns, subtle but impactful elevation changes, and a half mile straight where cars can reach speeds up to 165 mph…

…the Romantic Zone blends historic architecture, beach culture, nightlife, art galleries, and local street life, all within a few walkable blocks. Whether you come for the beach, the food, the views of Banderas Bay…

…the river runs straight through the center of downtown Chicago, flanked by high-rise offices and residential towers that reflect decades of economic shifts. What was once a working industrial corridor is now a mixed-use river canyon.…