Insights & Stories: Newsletters
Welcome to my monthly newsletter archive. Each email includes behind-the-scenes stories, project highlights, and reflections from my work in photography, video, and creative storytelling across industries like biotech, finance, education, and more. Here, you’ll find past editions categorized by year, covering everything from creative industry trends to behind-the-scenes stories and client projects. Whether you’re looking for inspiration, industry insights, or a glimpse into my latest work, this archive is the place to explore. Click on any newsletter to read more, and don’t forget to subscribe for future updates!
2025 Newsletters
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Behind the Scenes with NAVAD + A Walk in My Woods
This edition features a behind-the-scenes blog about a video and photography project for NAVAD, a company helping bakeries thrive through technology. It turned into a rich brand storytelling experience. In A Walk in My Woods, I reflect on the seasonal shift, clearing trails and planting ferns—drawing a parallel to recent years of pivoting and preparing for growth in my business.
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📸 AI Headshots: Game-Changer or Not Ready Yet? + A Walk in My Woods
This month, I’m sharing a behind-the-scenes look at a project for NAVAD, a company using artificial intelligence to help bakeries operate more efficiently. The story blends high-tech innovation with human connection. Plus, in A Walk in My Woods, I reflect on the shift from winter to spring and the early plans for trails, ferns, and creekside restoration on our Rhode Island property.
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The Power of Sound: Transforming Video Storytelling 🎶
This month, I shared a new case study on producing a training and compliance video for RICTA (Rhode Island Construction Training Academy)—a project blending on-site footage and voiceover narration to support student orientation. In A Walk in My Woods, I reflect on the quiet, unhurried pace of winter and the calm before the spring momentum begins.
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From Stories to Snow: A Blog and Winter Reflection
In this first newsletter of the year, I shared a recap blog highlighting stories and projects from all twelve 2024 newsletters. It’s a look at what inspired, challenged, and evolved over the year. In A Walk in My Woods, I reflect on the calm of a snow-covered forest and the ideas quietly taking root for spring. Plus, a gentle reminder to book early for 2025 creative projects.
2024 Newsletters
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From Vision to Reality: New Project + Reflections from My Woodland Retreat
This month, I shared a new case study about producing a video for a Rhode Island education and training program, showcasing how we translated a strong vision into impactful visuals. In A Walk in My Woods, I reflected on how time in nature resets my perspective—helping me stay grounded, creative, and open to what’s next.
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From the Woods to the Boardroom: Stories of Discovery and Creative Insights
In this edition, I shared a blog post about one of my earliest CEO photo sessions—capturing William Esrey of Sprint in just minutes with a single flash and a handheld Hasselblad. It’s a story of preparation, improvisation, and trusting creative instincts. In A Walk in My Woods, I reflected on how the natural world continues to offer insights that guide both life and business.
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Visual Storytelling Unveiled: From the Kitchen to Compliance
This edition features two very different—but equally story-rich—projects: one capturing the flavor and community of Newport Cooks, and another focusing on remote video production for compliance and training. These case studies reflect the range of industries I work in and how thoughtful, intentional storytelling brings each one to life.
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Behind the Scenes: Mount Rushmore Journey and New Expanding Services
This edition captures highlights from an 18-day road trip that took me from Rhode Island to Mount Rushmore—with stops to move furniture, visit friends, and reflect on the nature of storytelling. I also introduced a new blog post about expanding my client offerings to include full website services—paired with photo and video—for a complete brand storytelling experience.
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Community Impact & Resilience Storytelling
This edition highlights a meaningful video project for Mountain View Bank of Commerce’s 2024 Community Leader Award, celebrating the values of local impact and personal connection. I also shared a personal story about a tornado that hit shortly after we moved into our new home on 12 wooded acres. That experience reminded me of the importance of adaptability, preparedness, and reflection—and it ultimately inspired me to start a new monthly segment called A Walk in My Woods.
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Unleashing the Power of Visual Narrative
This month, I shared a blog post about how visual storytelling helps biotech and financial brands communicate more clearly and authentically. From working inside cleanrooms to producing sensitive content with care, the post explores how strong visuals can build trust and elevate messaging in complex industries.
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BioTech Labs and a New Website: A Year of Growth
This edition features recent behind-the-scenes photo and video work inside biotech cleanrooms, capturing technical processes with minimal equipment. I also launched a new Shopify website for Axel Roze Pets, combining strategic design with custom product photography and video. It’s a great example of how full-service storytelling can support product and brand growth.
2023 Newsletters
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Combining Photography & Video for a Successful Corporate Event
This final newsletter of 2023 highlights how my work has evolved beyond photography and video into full-service creative solutions—including website design. I shared the story behind launching a new Shopify site for Axel Roze Pets and how we used SEO and short-form video to boost visibility for White Dog Distilling. It’s a look at how strategic, creative media can support small business growth.
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Nourishing the Soul with Travel: A Tale of Wanderlust
In this edition, I shared reflections from an 18-day road trip across the U.S. with my Airstream Basecamp. The journey was filled with long drives, national landmarks, and quiet moments that reminded me how deeply travel feeds my creative spirit. It’s a look at wanderlust, reconnection, and how stepping away can bring new clarity to life and work.
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Short-Form Video Production for Your Business: High-Quality Results at a Lower Cost
In this edition, I introduced a new short-form video production service tailored for small businesses. By using minimal gear—including iPhones—I’m able to create quick, professional videos that are cost-effective and ideal for social media, websites, and marketing campaigns. It’s a streamlined approach that delivers real results without the full-scale production setup.
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Producing Media is Similar to Racing a Sailboat
In this edition, I reflect on how producing photo and video projects often feels like racing a sailboat—both require preparation, responsiveness, teamwork, and a steady hand when the unexpected happens. It’s a personal look at the rhythm of production and how experience on the water has shaped the way I lead creative teams.
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Devoted Dedication
This edition features a video created for the FHLBank of Topeka’s Community Leader Award, spotlighting the dedication and values of Bruning Bank. It’s a heartfelt story of rural commitment and integrity—exactly the kind of work that reminds me why I love capturing the heart of an organization through storytelling.
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