Our Beautiful Earth
In observance of Earth Day this year, please enjoy this short video compilation of natural landscapes and animals from my … Continue reading Our Beautiful Earth
Summer in Springtime
Seattle has been experiencing some exceptional summertime weather even though we’re only a month into Spring. In my experience, Aprils … Continue reading Summer in Springtime
Walk with Me under the Cherry Blossom Trees
Enjoy a compilation of landscape and timelapse photography featuring the enchanting cherry blossoms at the University of Washington in Seattle, a popular, annual attraction. Continue reading Walk with Me under the Cherry Blossom Trees
“Could Have Told You So”
Enjoy a timelapse video of the sailboat activity and weather variation at Shilshole Bay in Seattle. Continue reading “Could Have Told You So”
Caught in a Seattle Timelapse
In 2021, I have finally been able to engage with the objective I set for myself last year — developing … Continue reading Caught in a Seattle Timelapse
Sleepy Saturday Morning in Seattle
During the weekend of March 27th, I decided to revive my objectives for creating timelapse photography videos. It was a … Continue reading Sleepy Saturday Morning in Seattle
A Newfound Zeal for the Seattle Great Wheel
The Seattle Great Wheel is the Ferris wheel at Pier 57 of Seattle‘s waterfront. Constructed in 2012, the Great Wheel … Continue reading A Newfound Zeal for the Seattle Great Wheel
“Snowmageddon Chronicles”: Redux
One last look at the record-breaking snowstorm in Seattle during the Valentine’s Day weekend. Continue reading “Snowmageddon Chronicles”: Redux
“Snowmageddon Chronicles”: Part One
Contrary to popular preconceptions and misconceptions, snowfall is infrequent in Seattle, and blizzards are even rarer. That’s why the snowstorm … Continue reading “Snowmageddon Chronicles”: Part One
TIA’s Adventures in “Photocycling” / Chapter Five (Blooper Wheel)
Even though I had promised to deliver this chapter before the conclusion of 2020, the holiday season turned out to … Continue reading TIA’s Adventures in “Photocycling” / Chapter Five (Blooper Wheel)
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”
Yesteryear 2020 – One Last Look
This article will be the final entry for La Vue Atypique in 2020, a year that many people around the … Continue reading Yesteryear 2020 – One Last Look
Happy Holly Jolly Holidays!
First and foremost, TIA would like to take a moment to wish all of you a pleasant and peaceful holiday … Continue reading Happy Holly Jolly Holidays!
S.T.O.M.P. / Chapter 2: “Another Day in Paradise”
T.J. reckons with the reality of racism and discrimination in his day-to-day routines as a professional photographer. Continue reading S.T.O.M.P. / Chapter 2: “Another Day in Paradise”
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”
11 Years of TIA!
December 1, 2020 is, unbelievably, the 11th anniversary of TIA International Photography. This was the day that the City of … Continue reading 11 Years of TIA!
TIA’s Adventures in “Photocycling” / Chapter Four (The Fall Edition)
TIA takes you on a kaleidoscopic journey through Seattle during the autumn season in which you can admire and enjoy the multiple colors — especially yellow — of the season. An entertaining timelapse video also awaits your viewing! Continue reading TIA’s Adventures in “Photocycling” / Chapter Four (The Fall Edition)
“Brand New Day”
Revised on November 11, 2020. Today is Saturday, November 7, 2020. It’s a little after 10:30pm Pacific Time. It’s an … Continue reading “Brand New Day”
TIA’s Adventures in “Photocycling” / Chapter Three
In this chapter, TIA delves into a combination of travel and street photography, thus sharing many images featuring everyday people in and around Seattle. Continue reading TIA’s Adventures in “Photocycling” / Chapter Three
DIVORCING The King & Queen of Social Media: FACEBOOK & INSTAGRAM
If your photography business is not reaping any benefits from social media, then perhaps it’s time to move on. Continue reading DIVORCING The King & Queen of Social Media: FACEBOOK & INSTAGRAM
TIA’s Adventures in “Photocycling” / Chapter Two
A second chapter of explorative Photocycling in the Emerald City ensues…come along with me! Continue reading TIA’s Adventures in “Photocycling” / Chapter Two
TIA’s Adventures in “Photocycling” / Chapter One
“Photocycling” is the art of capturing images of different subject matters while cycling. Continue reading TIA’s Adventures in “Photocycling” / Chapter One
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!
Signage of the Times
“Black Lives Matter” signage is appearing all over the City of Seattle. Question: “Why is the movement suddenly resonating with everybody *this time*?” Continue reading Signage of the Times
The Pandemic, The Pandemonium & The Protests
When America and the world look back at the Year 2020 a year from now, or a decade from now, … Continue reading The Pandemic, The Pandemonium & The Protests
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
Quarantine Quagmire Sale (Ends May 31st)
In response to clients and customers who have expressed that their current budgets have been restricted on account of the … Continue reading Quarantine Quagmire Sale (Ends May 31st)
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
Quarantined City: Seattle Life Offset by the Coronavirus (Part III)
This is Part III of my photo essay that features different neighborhoods and landmarks of Seattle, notably areas that are … Continue reading Quarantined City: Seattle Life Offset by the Coronavirus (Part III)
Quarantined City: Seattle Life Offset by the Coronavirus (Part II)
This is Part II of my photo essay that features different neighborhoods and landmarks of Seattle, notably areas that are … Continue reading Quarantined City: Seattle Life Offset by the Coronavirus (Part II)