The Northern Lights Seen from North Raleigh
On October 8, 2024, a powerful solar flare erupted. It was strong enough to produce an aurora visible from lower latitudes, including Raleigh, North Carolina.
Articles
This is a collection of articles where I share my thoughts about a specific topic of photography, an anecdote, or a behind-the-scenes story of a photo session.
The Last Game of a Rising Soccer Star
As things were going great for Adam, a new opportunity revealed itself, offering him a future many young athletes aspire to. But this promising chance required a tough sacrifice.
Off The Mark Soccer: a Soccer Clinic for Kids
Off The Mark Soccer, a premier clinic near Raleigh, NC, offers a soccer program for kids aged six and up. It emphasizes skill development and teamwork, with a strong focus on dribbling and passing.
A Creative Portrait Session with Stefano
In glamour photography, which celebrates elegance and allure, lighting plays a crucial role. Adding color gels to the setup can elevate the image's aesthetic by introducing drama, depth, and emotional resonance.
The Sublime Beauty of a Solar Eclipse
A brief story of my experience witnessing the last couple of solar eclipses over the United States: the annular solar eclipse of October 14, 2023, and the total solar eclipse of April 8, 2024.
Farewell to the Harrier
In May 2024, aviation enthusiasts gathered at MCAS Cherry Point for a bittersweet moment: the final AV-8B Harrier demonstration. The event marked the end of an era for the iconic jump jet, which has served the US Marine Corps for decades.
The Holy Pine
This is the story behind one of my favorite landscape photos, where a pine tree seems to be crowned by halos in a rare atmospheric phenomenon that I have not witnessed again in my life.