A visit to Antwerp’s Plantin-Moretus Museum revealed that many of the technologies and design principles we rely on today—from fonts and typography to intellectual property and user experience—have roots stretching back nearly 500 years.
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From Dashboards to Decisions: Where AI Can (and Can’t) Help
For decades we’ve invested in collecting, cleaning, and visualizing data. AI is changing how quickly we can understand that information—but can it actually make better decisions? I explore where AI excels, where human judgment still matters, and what this means for the future of travel analytics and business intelligence.
Testing an Espresso Chilling Ball: Does It Actually Change the Taste?
Curious whether an espresso chilling ball actually improves flavor, I performed a simple side-by-side comparison using identical beans, grind size, and extraction settings. Here’s what I found.
The End of the Default Handshake
The workplace has changed, and so have the unwritten rules of professional greetings. A handshake is no longer the automatic default, making emotional intelligence, observation, and respect more important than ever.
Loving Technology Doesn’t Mean Loving Social Media
I’ve loved technology since I was a kid using Windows 3.1, but I’ve never been a fan of social media. Here’s why I think the real issue isn’t technology—it’s how much of our attention we give away.
Continuous Partial Attention: Why I Stopped Believing in Multitasking
For years I’ve called multitasking “continuous partial attention.” Here’s why focusing on fewer, more meaningful tasks often produces better results, less stress, and higher-quality work.
Hasselblad X2D Long Exposure Reference Cards
I created a set of printable long exposure reference cards for the Hasselblad X2D II 100C to simplify ND filter calculations while shooting landscapes and seascapes in the field.
First Walk with the Hasselblad X2D II 100C + 28P in Christiansted
A few sample images from my first outing with the Hasselblad X2D II 100C and XCD 28P lens in Christiansted, St. Croix. These images were captured while walking through town and along the Boardwalk, focusing on architecture, color, and quiet everyday scenes.
Knicks One Win Away: New Finals Wallpapers for iPhone & Apple Watch
After the largest comeback in NBA Finals history, the Knicks are now one win away from a championship. To celebrate, I’ve created two new iPhone wallpapers and a new Apple Watch wallpaper for fellow Knicks fans.
My Hasselblad Editing Workflow Is Mostly Done on an iPad — And That’s Intentional
My Hasselblad editing workflow is intentionally built around the iPad Pro instead of a traditional desktop setup. Here’s how I use the X2D II 100C, Phocus Mobile 2, Photomator, and a mobile-first workflow while traveling.