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We always make the wrong assumption that by buying new gadgets, phones, and devices— we will somehow “upgrade” our lives. But what if the opposite were true — that by buying these new devices and tech, you are …
Dear friend, I wanted to share an idea with you — the importance of provoking people with your photography. The worst thing you can do as a photographer There is no “right” and “wrong” in photography — but …
I feel the ultimate power is conquering yourself— not in conquering others. Seek self-liberation If you conquer yourself, you can truly liberate yourself. You can strive to conquer your greed, your fears, your regrets, your anxieties, and your …
Why is it that many of us hoard? We hoard our material possessions, our money, our knowledge, our contacts, and our wisdom. I think the reason a lot of us hoard is a sense of fear. We fear …
Economy: the art of avoiding unnecessary expenditure. I see economy as the art of using your income wisely, and with moderation (credit to Seneca for the idea). Economy can be applied to many different ways in our life: …
Dear friend, This short handbook on how to make a living with blogging is my gift to you. If blogging is your passion, consider this your personal handbook. I will share all my personal secrets how I’ve been …
Dear friend, What do you want out of life? What is your purpose for living? What really puts your heart on fire? When do you feel the most enthusiastic? When do you feel the more alive? When do …
In baseball and life, is better to get one home run, instead of two doubles. Every time you click the shutter, you are swinging a bat. The more you swing the bat, the more likely you are to …
I’m a big fan of Zen/Taoist, Eastern philosophy. Even though I am very pro-American at heart (in terms of our love for risk-taking, for individuality, and for freedom), I see a lot of negatives of the American/Western line …
Dear friend, For those of you who follow this blog — you know that I am a big fan of “stoic” philosophy — essentially how to be a badass in today’s unpredictable, chaotic, and insane world. Stoicism Stoicism …
Dear friend, Photography is my 10-year culmination in my journey of photography. This book will encapsulate everything I have personally learned from photography — from street photography, to personal photography, and to everything in-between. Download PDF Direct Download Dropbox …
Dear friend, I wanted to share some of my thoughts about “workflow” in photography:
In the sect of “Stoic” philosophy, Musonius Rufus is one of the lesser-known philosophers. Yet his wisdom was practical, which dealt with day-to-day living, how to deal with pleasure, wealth, and hard work. Below are some lessons that …
“Information is not only power; it’s simply everything” – Kanye West For me, I exist to create information, or to improve upon it. I see “information” broadly — as articles, videos, blog posts, my genes (my future children), …
Dear friend, One new word I’m trying to integrate into my life is “ultralight” — reducing weight in my life. Physical weight, emotional weight, and spiritual weight. “Heaviness is the root of lightness.” – Tao Te Ching I’ve …
“Expert counting uses no beads.” – Lao Tzu Truly rich people don’t count the money in their bank account. They know that they are wealthy — because they don’t even worry about how much money they have. People who …
Don’t photograph with your mind, intellect, or camera. Shoot with your soul. Use your emotions to guide what to photograph and what not to photograph. Make images that reveal your own inner-soul to your audience. If someone looked …
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You were destined for great things. If you want to achieve greatness in your photography, you need to be bold. But how can you build boldness in your life? I am borrowing many of these ideas from the …
Why is it that we always try to over-complicate things? Why do we need to try to add complexity? Why do we make things more difficult than they need to be? I’m very stupid The best acronym that …
Heraclitus was one of the wisest “pre-Socratic” (before Socrates) philosophers. Many of his sayings were lost in history, but the best bits were preserved. I see Heraclitus as a mix between a Zen Buddhist/Taoist and modern philosopher. His …
Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi (I could never pronounce or correctly type his last name) is one of the psychologists who has had the biggest impact on me. His biggest idea is this concept of “flow” — or being in the …
A while back, I read “Money: Master the Game” by Tony Robbins. Surprisingly, it was a fantastic read. Not only did I learn practical things about investing, but I also learned the value of money — and the …
Publilius Syrus was once a former slave— turned playwright and philosopher. He was best known for his “aphorisms” — a collection of self-contained quotes which is full of insight, wisdom, and advice. You can see all of his …
Jeff Bezos (if you don’t know) is the CEO and founder of the behemoth Amazon. I personally am a huge Amazon fan. Amazon has made my life so convenient, stress-free, and has helped free up time for me …
Why is it that we think that buying a new camera will help us become more creative with our photography? Why do we think that buying more lenses and gear will help us break out of our “photographer’s …
MONEY 101 How to Become Rich Money for What? Reverse Lifestyle Creep #moneynotes Money isn’t Real Money Thoughts Don’t do it for the money What is the Practical Utility of Money? Why Save Money? Less Money, Less Problems …
I grew up pretty poor. I had a father who was a chronic gambler, a mom (who was pretty much a single mom) who worked menial jobs. I grew up not knowing whether my mom would be able …
The individual who has influenced most of my creative thinking is Steve Jobs. He was a rare individual who followed his intuition, focused on making great products, and never compromised his morales and ethics. He also divided a …
The individual who has influenced my life the most is Seneca. He was the Roman stoic and philosopher whose letters, writings, and thoughts have influenced centuries of thinkers. He was the ultimate “doer” — he talked the talk, …
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One of the philosophers who has influenced my thinking the most is Marcus Aurelius. He was one of the last “good emperors” of Rome — who genuinely cared for the well-being of his citizens. Marcus Aurelius lived in …
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We’re all slaves to fear. Fear is what prevents us from achieving our personal greatness. Fear is what prevents us from pursuing what we are truly passionate about in life. Fear is what holds us back. What if …
Dear friend, I am proud to share my first PDF photography book with you: SUITS:
Dear friend, For the longest time — I’ve tried to find “happiness” in my life. And I think I’ve found it. Of course this is not a formula that works for everyone — and it won’t necessarily work …
Pablo Picasso was one of the most prolific, creative, and inspirational artists who has ever lived. Here is a man who created his own destiny — who constantly re-invented himself (regardless of what his critics said), was always …
Dear friend, I love traveling. Traveling has helped me open my eyes and my perspective to the world. Traveling has helped me make tons of new friends all around the globe, better understand other cultures, and to also …
Ansel Adams is one of the titans of photographic history. When I started as a photographer, I was primarily interested in landscape photography. I studied and consumed the work of Adams. What drew me most to his work …
Dear friend, I’ve been blogging since I was 16 years old, which is 12+ years now (from age 16 to age 28). I’ve been blogging about photography for 7+ years (2009–2016). There is no “right” or “wrong” way …
Dear friend, I wanted to write you this book on how to take better photos. I know you started off with your iPhone, and started to show keen interest on making better images. I taught you the “rule …
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PHOTO JOURNAL » PHOTO JOURNAL will help you find more personal meaning in your photography. Buy Photo Journal (Amazon) > Learn More > Personal Photography Articles Photo Yourself. The Joy of Re-Experiencing Events through Photography The Significant Moment The Photographic Moment How …
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Dear friend, If you’re reading this, you are probably either an aspiring street photographer, or a street photographer with some miles under your belt looking for some inspiration, direction, or motivation. To the best extent of my abilities, …
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Street Notes is your personalized guide and journal for you to develop your photography skills and to re-inspire your creative process. Each photography assignment will help you to build your confidence, break out of your comfort zone, and …
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Photolosophy: Photography Philosophy Course Download all the course content for PHOTOLOSOPHY below: Introduction (830mb) Street Photography (2.6gb) Personal Photography (1.8gb) Entrepreneurship (1.5gb) Audio (100mb) Presets (40mb) Transcripts (29kb) I am currently compiling all of the videos, e-books, and …
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EQUIPMENT by KIM There is no “perfect” camera. Don’t fall into GAS (Gear Acquisition Syndrome) and falsely believe that buying a new camera will make you a better photographer. If you’re not feeling inspired in your photography, I …