…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.…