Photography isn’t about having the latest gear—it’s about using what you have to capture the world around you. Recently, I’ve been borrowing my dad’s Nikon D40, an 18-year-old DSLR, and rediscovering the joy of photography through its simplicity and charm. Every Wednesday, my workplace gives us something special: two hours of wellness time, usually from […]
I’m thrilled to share the video for my poem, “A Prayer for the Bees.” This poem came to me while I was bathing my younger daughter, Jade Rose. Before she came into our lives, my wife and I used bee sounds to soothe our older daughter when she was a toddler (she’s now 9!). We […]
Borrowing my dad’s Nikon D40—a camera that first hit shelves in 2006—has been an adventure in patience, creativity, and growth. Inspired by the #nobadcameras movement, I’ve been exploring older gear and learning to embrace their quirks and limitations. At first, the D40 felt frustrating. Compared to today’s tech, its capabilities seemed outdated, and there were […]
Last Sunday, while at the laundromat, I decided to take my dad’s nearly 19-year-old Nikon D40 out for a spin. It wasn’t just a trip down memory lane—it was an opportunity to embrace the unique challenges and charm of vintage camera gear. Inspired by the One Month Two Cameras (#NoBadCameras) and Snappiness YouTube channels, I’ve […]
Earlier this week, I had the chance to combine two things I deeply love: photography and nostalgia. I recently purchased a new lens for my dad’s nearly 19-year-old Nikon D40, and I couldn’t wait to see how this vintage gem would perform. The camera itself holds so much sentimental value. When my dad let me […]
Alan W. King 