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: American Cities
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
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”
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 #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 #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”
“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
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
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”
S.T.O.M.P. / Chapter 1: “Weekend at Boise’s”
“Satirical Tales of a Moody Photographer” (or “S.T.O.M.P.”) is a new series for La Vue Atypique which shares amusing (and sometimes enlightening) anecdotes from my career as a professional photographer. Continue reading S.T.O.M.P. / Chapter 1: “Weekend at Boise’s”
That Time When the U.S. Government (Almost) Stole My Photograph!
An anecdote about what happens when the entity who steals your intellectual property is the U.S. federal government. Continue reading That Time When the U.S. Government (Almost) Stole My Photograph!
The Night We Fell Under the Spell of the Moon
TIA’s enchanting images of the moon are the only remaining evidence of a once engrossed interest in outer space intersecting with professional photography. Continue reading The Night We Fell Under the Spell of the Moon
Tell Us Your Story…in Print
A TIA original photograph of San Francisco won Digital PhotoPro Magazine’s “Tell Us Your Story” contest and has been printed in the April 2020 edition. Continue reading Tell Us Your Story…in Print
TIA Enters 2020 with Two Photo Contest Victories
So far, 2020 has commenced on a very unexpected and positive note for TIA International Photography! It involves two first-time … Continue reading TIA Enters 2020 with Two Photo Contest Victories
Keep a Keen Photographic Eye for Overcast & Stormy Skies
Why are people adverse to capturing images when the weather is not ideal or agreeable? This is the precise time to engage in photography! Continue reading Keep a Keen Photographic Eye for Overcast & Stormy Skies
My Escapade to San Francisco Almost Made Me Miss Janet (Much)
The months of September and October 2019 have been extremely hectic, but very productive. This is why I have not … Continue reading My Escapade to San Francisco Almost Made Me Miss Janet (Much)
Remembering 9/11: New York’s Resilience through Time
A tribute, via photography, to New York City, a modern day example of the resilience of the human spirit. Continue reading Remembering 9/11: New York’s Resilience through Time
A Bittersweet Memory of Miami
A retrospective regarding the discovery of a sudden death and the unexpected opportunity of directing air control traffic over a major American city. Continue reading A Bittersweet Memory of Miami
It Was an Earthquake, Not an Emergency.
The image above was one of the very romantic and memorable views of San Diego from my hotel captured on … Continue reading It Was an Earthquake, Not an Emergency.
The City that Rises in the Meadows of the Desert
There is no doubt that Las Vegas is probably one of the most fascinating, spectacular, hyper, and quizzical cities in … Continue reading The City that Rises in the Meadows of the Desert
The City of a Saint & Good Herbs
Today, you might be familiar with this city by a few of its popular nicknames, including: Of course, we all … Continue reading The City of a Saint & Good Herbs
The Skyline of Saint James
San Diego‘s skyline is very expansive. In the image above, this is only a small part of it captured from … Continue reading The Skyline of Saint James
Juneau, You Know?
According to my WordPress statistics, this will be my 50th article for this blog. To celebrate this achievement, I thought … Continue reading Juneau, You Know?
Our City of Shikaakwa Today
Established 184 years ago, the city named “Chicago” is derived from a French rendering of the Native American word shikaakwa, translated … Continue reading Our City of Shikaakwa Today
Hooray for Hollywood?
As a professional photographer headquartered in Seattle, I always enjoy learning the locations from where new customers and potential clients … Continue reading Hooray for Hollywood?