Why is Charlotte’s Downtown Called Uptown?
Discover the quirky history, topography, and energy that shaped Charlotte’s charming city center. Continue reading Why is Charlotte’s Downtown Called Uptown?
Category: CITYSCAPES
Climate Change’s Impact on Edmonton: A Photographer’s Perspective
The air quality was so abysmal in this city that its people were advised not to go outside. Continue reading Climate Change’s Impact on Edmonton: A Photographer’s Perspective
The Aloha Spirit vs. Rude Encounters in Hawaii
Here’s an anecdote that undermines the dreamy and alluring stereotype that everyone in Hawaii is “mellow”, “chill”, and “relaxed”. Brash jackasses also exist there, unfortunately. Continue reading The Aloha Spirit vs. Rude Encounters in Hawaii
The Edmonton Scooter Guys Five
While In Edmonton, Canada, TIA is unexpectedly accosted by five young fellows on their electric scooters who make peculiar demands of the visiting photographer. Continue reading The Edmonton Scooter Guys Five
In a Wincing Near Miss, The Washington Post Almost Mentions TIA International Photography
TIA International Photography’s name misses the opportunity to be printed in an article because the small business did NOT have a conflict of interest with the newspaper. Continue reading In a Wincing Near Miss, The Washington Post Almost Mentions TIA International Photography
S.T.O.M.P. / Chapter 3: “City of Brotherly Security”
Security guards capture T.J. in the act of photography at a parking garage in Philadelphia and summarily kick him out — but not for the reason one might assume. Continue reading S.T.O.M.P. / Chapter 3: “City of Brotherly Security”
TIAA #50: “Christmas Eve in Kuala Lumpur”
This is a tale about an indelible Christmas Eve in the capital city of a predominantly Islamic nation. Continue reading TIAA #50: “Christmas Eve in Kuala Lumpur”
TIAA #35: “Reign or Shine”
This is a tale about a raging battle between the sun and the rain in a boxing ring known as “London”. Continue reading TIAA #35: “Reign or Shine”
TIAA #34: “The Part of Paris Almost Every Parisian Seems to Hate”
This is a tale about three languages spoken between two photographers: English, French, and Photography. Continue reading TIAA #34: “The Part of Paris Almost Every Parisian Seems to Hate”
TIAA #30: “Photo Non Grata”
This is a tale about the cunning subterfuge of optics. (Sounds very clandestine and shady, doesn’t it?) Continue reading TIAA #30: “Photo Non Grata”
Minneapolis: TIA’s 20th American City
Looking for new Minneapolis cityscapes, urban landscapes, and aerial views? Look no further! Continue reading Minneapolis: TIA’s 20th American City
An American Anniversary Ritual Returns to the Emerald City
Celebrating Independence Day has returned to Seattle! Continue reading An American Anniversary Ritual Returns to the Emerald City
TIAA #24: “Joyous Pride”
This is a tale about a certain city that holds its Pride parade in…September! Continue reading TIAA #24: “Joyous Pride”
TIAA #23: “That One June in Juneau”
This is a tale about my first encounter with the State of Alaska. Continue reading TIAA #23: “That One June in Juneau”
TIAA #22: “Ambitious Distance”
This is a tale about pensive patience, perpetual pacing, and spontaneous road trips. Continue reading TIAA #22: “Ambitious Distance”
TIAA #17: “Me, Myself & Minneapolis”
This is a tale about treasuring moments of solitude and silent contemplation. Continue reading TIAA #17: “Me, Myself & Minneapolis”
TIAA #16: “Minneapolis: My City of Many Mixed Emotions”
This is a tale about inadvertently confronting one’s own past because fate intervened with your life…again. Continue reading TIAA #16: “Minneapolis: My City of Many Mixed Emotions”
TIAA #15: “Mysteriously Mythological”
This is a tale about the seductive allure of an enigmatic moon sinking above the skyline of Vancouver. Continue reading TIAA #15: “Mysteriously Mythological”
TIAA #13: “Buenos Dias, Buenos Aires”
This is a tale about an early morning stroll through the City of Fair Winds (a.k.a. Buenos Aires). Continue reading TIAA #13: “Buenos Dias, Buenos Aires”
TIAA #12: “Superwoman”
This is a tale about the bewildering and inexcusable hatred against women, and black women, in particular. Continue reading TIAA #12: “Superwoman”
TIAA #10: “Merry Revelry Temporarily”
This is a tale about the bizarre plasticity and ephemeral elasticity of human camaraderie. Continue reading TIAA #10: “Merry Revelry Temporarily”
TIAA #3: “Brooklyn Rising”
This is a tale about gratitude for the people who understand what I’m trying to do with my photography. Continue reading TIAA #3: “Brooklyn Rising”
TIAA #1: Involuntarily Vomiting on Vancouver
This is a tale about one of the worst photographs I have ever captured as a professional photographer. Let the delirium ensue. Continue reading TIAA #1: Involuntarily Vomiting on Vancouver
“My Park Moment” Photo Exhibit
The “My Park Moment” photography contest turned out to be one of the most atypical and memorable competitions TIA has ever entered. Find out why! Continue reading “My Park Moment” Photo Exhibit
Vancouver / Postmarked 11 Nov. 2012
Ephri sends a postcard to Sybi from Vancouver, but he’s upset because timing is not on his side. Continue reading Vancouver / Postmarked 11 Nov. 2012
Honolulu / Postmarked 09 Jul. 2012
Ephri sends a postcard to Sybi from Honolulu, despite the fact that he’s sitting next to her while writing the message. Continue reading Honolulu / Postmarked 09 Jul. 2012
Singapore / Postmarked 27 Dec. 2013
Ephri sends a postcard to Sybi from Singapore during the holiday season, and has a peculiar idea for the following Christmas. Continue reading Singapore / Postmarked 27 Dec. 2013
London / Postmarked 14 Jun. 2011
Ephri sends a postcard to Sybi from London on a dreary and rainy day. Continue reading London / Postmarked 14 Jun. 2011
Hong Kong / Postmarked 25 Aug. 2010
Ephri sends a postcard to Sybi from Hong Kong, one of his favorite cities on the planet. Continue reading Hong Kong / Postmarked 25 Aug. 2010
The Difference between a “Capital” and a “Capitol”
“Capital” vs. “Capitol”: On the sixth day of 2021, a previously inconceivable abomination occurred in Washington, D.C. A conspired insurrection … Continue reading The Difference between a “Capital” and a “Capitol”