Looking for something special when going out to shoot is often a challenge. Most photographer will walk for hours trying to capture that “special” picture. I often try and see what can I capture on this block. It is often not easy but I do enjoy the challenge. So get out there and “enjoy the challenge” . Photography is the long distance race, put your shoes on.
Stay Creative My Friends- M O Z89
MUSIC : Epidemic Sound
Years ago, I came across a simple yet powerful piece of advice: "Take your camera everywhere you go." Since then, I’ve made it a habit—bringing it along on errands, trips, family gatherings, and even casual strolls.
Carrying a camera shifts your perspective. It awakens your creative eye, helping you notice the extraordinary in the everyday. Recently, while out walking our dog with my wife, I decided to bring my camera. That ordinary walk transformed into something much more—an exploration of light, texture, and fleeting moments.
Photography has a way of turning the routine into something remarkable. So, take your camera, keep your eyes open, and embrace the unexpected.
Stay creative, my friends. M O Z89
Always looking to create something new and challenge my artistic vision, so I head out to downtown Austin,Texas and just go for it. Thanks for watching and get out and create something new. M O Z89
Music Epidemic Sound.
The Absence of Color
Black-and-white photography has always been my first love. Even as a kid, I was drawn to the classics—those old black-and-white movies and TV shows. There’s something magical about them. The lack of color strips away the distractions and pulls your focus to what truly matters—the main subjects. It’s like they were whispering, “Hey, look closer.”
There’s a certain elegance to black and white that color just can’t touch. It’s timeless. It's raw. It’s dramatic.
Lately, I’ve decided to double down on this passion. Among my collection of cameras, I’ve officially crowned one as my black-and-white-only camera. No color allowed. This year, I’m challenging myself to step up my monochrome game—to embrace simplicity and let my work speak with light, shadow, and texture.
No frills. No distractions. Just the quiet beauty of a world without color. Let’s see where this grayscale journey takes me.
Stay Creative My Friends- M O Z89
Music : Epidemic Sound
More Than Just a Coffee Run ☕?
I was heading out for a quick coffee, and for a fleeting moment, I thought, "Should I bring my camera?" Spoiler alert: I did—and wow, what a difference it made! Suddenly, my simple coffee run turned into an adventure of creativity. I found myself seeing the world differently, hunting for moments to capture and stories to tell. So, the next time you hesitate, don’t overthink it—grab your camera and let the magic happen. You never know what brilliance awaits you just around the corner! 🌟
Stay Creative My Friends- M O Z89
Music : Epidemic Sound
There’s something uniquely magical about early mornings when the world is still waking up. With no grand plan, just a camera in hand and the unpredictable promise of wet weather, I set out to capture the fleeting beauty that inspires me.
Some days, I hit it out of the park—moments of photographic perfection that make my heart sing. Other days, I return home with nothing but damp shoes and an empty memory card. Yet, even in those quieter moments, there’s joy.
This process—of chasing inspiration, embracing the unexpected, and learning to appreciate the journey—is what keeps me coming back. Whether I strike gold or not, I simply love it.
Stay Creative My Friends- M O Z89
This summer, while visiting family in Detroit, I carved out time for what I love most: street photography. Armed with my camera, I wandered through the city streets, capturing the essence of life—people, buildings, cars, even the character of discarded trashcans. There's something magical about being in that zone, where the world around you fades and you're fully present, like stepping into another dimension.
As I strolled, I noticed a gentleman walking toward me. A question flickered in my mind, one every street photographer knows too well: Should I? It's that moment of hesitation, a timeless dilemma. But instinct kicked in, and I snapped the shot.
Funny thing? He looked up, smiled, and said, “Have a nice day.” Surprised by his warmth, I smiled back, replying, “You too.” We moved on, like two ships passing in the night, yet that brief interaction stayed with me.
Lesson learned? Just take the picture. Life’s too fleeting to overthink every moment, especially when the result could leave you smiling all day.
Stay Creative My Friends- M O Z89
I went out this day with no particular goal in mind, but to just be out on the streets and capture the vibe of the streets. I took mostly video this day, as it is one of my weak points. The photography aspect of street photography comes easy for me, it’s the video side that keeps punching me in the ribcage. Like they say, just keep trucking along.
Stay Creative My Friends- M O Z89
It’s when you see the light and it is fading, you try and capture the clouds and sky before the night skies snatch it away. I was going to leave my camera at home, but changed my mind at the last second. It turned out to be a good choice that I brought it along.
Stay Creative My Friends. M O Z89
( Music : Epidemic Sound)
Welcome as I wonder the streets of Austin,TX looking for art !
Music: Epidemic Sound
Getting up and getting into the flow !
Should I go or not go and make the 30 minute drive to Austin? I am often glad that I do go, get my mojo moving and in the flow. So just go out, try something new and see what makes you smile and make something new !
Stay Creative My Friends- M O Z89
I know I should take my camera with me ALL the time but more than not, it sits on my desk. I took it with me on my morning walk , set to a simple b&w color profile and just snapped along the way. Getting a good walk in while putting in the eye work is always a good thing for me.
So the next time you debate on leaving your camera in the car or on your desk, just bring it with you; you never know what you might capture !
Stay Creative my friends !
M O Z89
There are times as a creative I think: “ should I make a quick video?” I will will think about this question for several minutes, even though I could just pull my phone out and start recording. It won’t be perfect, picture quality will suck, but then I just make something.
I know it won’t be my “best” work but it get my creative juices flowing and I get excited thinking about what CAN I make! So don’t over think it, just make something, it makes you better in the long run.
Stay Creative My Friends.
M O Z89
Catching the early morning streets before most of the city wakes up and everyone comes out. So I dusted off the old A6000 and got busy. M O Z89
Camera Phones are good to.
It took me longer to drive to the downtown locations, but the decision only took me “ten minutes “ to make. Sometimes the decision will take hours or days to make, to complete one simple action. Just make effort to get up, grab the camera, and go out! You never know what will become of it !
Stay Creative My Friends.- M O Z89
