My favorite way to grab a hex code from anywhere on my screen - using two of my go-to Mac tools. There’s a step-by-step video inside. Once you know this trick, you’ll wonder how you ever worked without it.

If you’ve never used Auto Import in Lightroom Classic, this is your nudge.

Here’s how to set it up, why I use it, and how it can simplify your workflow too.

In today’s tutorial - Lightroom editing with the My Week Presets, then into Photoshop to add a touch of paper-like texture.

Discover Antinote, a minimalist Mac writing app that you’re going to love.

Learn how to use Lightroom Classic’s print module to create clean diptychs, white borders, and grid layouts—no extra apps needed.

Things are just things. But some—some feel more like tiny treasures.

A leather journal with the perfect worn spine. Ribbon—earthy shades of brown. Paper, pencils, hand written notes…

The list is long.

This week— a quiet celebration of simple things I love.

A quick peek at how I’m using NotebookLM’s new mind map and discovery features to make sense of my ideas, shape my message, and spark content—all in one quiet, curious space.

AI has powered our creative tools for years—Photoshop, Lightroom, even our camera apps. Now, it’s more hands-on. And while AI isn’t the artist, it can save us so much time.

I’ve tried so many times to love my 35mm. I had one for my D850, bought another when I switched to mirrorless… but no matter what, I always find myself backing up—just so I can keep my beloved 50.
The 35mm is a classic. It’s praised for storytelling and capturing a wider sense of place. But for me? The 50mm just feels right. Maybe you’ve felt this too?

Aesthetic isn’t just about visuals—it’s about rhythm, space, and how words land on the page. The way a sentence feels, where the eye pauses, the balance of bold and soft—these tiny choices shape the reading experience. They aren’t random. They’re intentional.

Have you ever sworn you’d never do something, only to find your perspective shifting? This AI prompt will help you unpack that change in thinking and explore the possibilities that come with it.

If you're constantly juggling possibilities but struggle to bring them to life, this voice to plan workflow is for you. By using the voice note feature in Apple Notes and pairing it with ChatGPT or your favourite ai tool, you can quickly capture, refine, and structure your thoughts into clear, actionable steps. Your step-by-step video tutorial awaits.

A reflection on full-on-ness, procrastination spirals, and the quiet seasons of growth. In this edition, I share thoughts on navigating momentum, embracing imperfection, and making small steps forward—because starting, even late, is still starting. Plus, a February reset, thoughtful links, and a ChatGPT prompt to break the cycle of overthinking.

The Dear 2025 Writing Guide invites you to dream big and envision your year ahead. With prompts and a companion CustomGPT, this free resource helps you reflect, set intentions, and create a vision for an extraordinary 2025.

I put off buying Photoshop for a long time. The cost, the learning curve—it all felt too big. But when I finally did, that single decision changed everything. What started as an overwhelming, slightly terrifying investment led me down an entirely new creative path. Sometimes, the thing we’re resisting the most is the thing that shifts everything. What’s that thing for you?