Had a pretty poignant conversation about photography with another local photographer. Specifically, the art of it and what is subjectively good/great artistic photography and what’s just amateur photography. We both think that lines have blurred so much because the democratization of cameras. Blurry lines bad, democratization good. I also believe art criticism when it comes…

Changing up hosting, for cost and convenience. Expect some delays, changes, etc. around here. Soon I will be blogging like the good ol days on four separate websites. This domain will just be my photography archive, CV, and probably a photoblog. Fantastic Voyage is due for some updates. I have a few album reviews in…

Tonight, I helped this movie ‘s overall rating on Mubi. Which is kind of weird / coincidental with another rabbit hole I’ve been diving into. Also, this will be my view this summer at the ESL Field at Silver Stadium. Great view of the whole park. Feel right at home here. Last night a guy…

Despite the rain, the beer is hoppy and the people watching is <insert chef’s kiss emoji>. I have a great seat this year behind home plate. Red Wings do a great job. We are lucky for the Silvers and the team’s leaders and staff. Gonna be transferring this and the Fantastic Voyage websites, soon, to…

My cousin made some brew from some hops from his backyard in Brighton. He put it in a German brandy bottle for me that his sister brought him. We met to see Three Days of Condor at the Dryden last night. The movie is 49 days older than me. And wildly prophetic. Tonight I’m listening…

When I walk into a record store with intention to dig and find something to add to my collection, if I only find one album, I will not buy it unless I find another I would like. I have a two vinyl minimum. Is this a thing for others?