Books
Ideas that stay with you beyond the final page.
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Sixteen Tales From Around the World
In a world built for scrolling, Fashion and Editorial Photography: Sixteen Tales From Around the World is my invitation to slow down, step away from the screen, and spend time with sixteen fashion stories in print.
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Prelude: Newly Published Zine of Fashion and Editorial Stories
Prelude is a newly published zine. A first look at Sixteen Tales from Around the World. Guided by emotion rather than place, its photographs move through stillness, curiosity, boldness, and joy, offering glimpses of creative voices still unfolding.
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The Shot That Changed Everything
It all began with a scooter, a smile, and an unexpected invitation on the streets of Saigon. That simple moment set off a journey that would span continents and completely shift the way I saw photography. That day, I discovered…
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New Photo Book in the Making: Fashion and Editorial Photography
Something has been pulling at me. A quiet thread of inspiration. Not a finished idea, but the start of something new. A series of fashion and editorial tales taking shape across Paris, Bali, and San Francisco. Sixteen stories. One unfolding…
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The Melbourne Portraits Project Podcast
Step into an intimate audio conversation exploring the heart of The Melbourne Portraits Project. Hear how over 100 portraits came to life in a city locked down, told through two voices, one story, and the power of connection.
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The Melbourne Portraits Project is now available as a 3D virtual gallery
Step into a 3D virtual gallery of The Melbourne Portraits Project and explore every portrait from the book. Walk through the collection, connect with each story, and experience the project in a whole new way. Now available on desktop and…
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Ted Forbes Just Featured The Melbourne Portraits Project on The Art of Photography!
You’re probably wondering why I’m grinning from ear to ear. Well, The Melbourne Portraits Project was just featured by Ted Forbes on The Art of Photography! Seeing my photo book included alongside so many inspiring works was an incredible surprise…
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Norman Parkinson’s Style: Photographs for Vogue Is A Must-Read
I recently had the pleasure of reading “Style: Photographs for Vogue”, a captivating exploration of the legendary Norman Parkinson’s life and work. It’s easily one of the most compelling photography books I’ve come across. This review explores how the book…
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The Melbourne Portraits Project: Behind the Lens
Discover the creative spirit behind The Melbourne Portraits Project: A Photographic Ode. From Paul Tocatlian’s global journey to the joyful story of Clarence the Clown, this article celebrates collaboration, resilience, and the transformative power of shared stories.
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The Melbourne Portraits Project: Graffiti Lane
Chapter 12 of The Melbourne Portraits Project: A Photographic Ode, “Graffiti Lane,” is my heartfelt farewell to Melbourne’s beauty and creative spirit. Its streets inspired unforgettable portraits and stories. Pause, reflect, and discover the boundless creativity waiting around you.
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