In my corner of Flickr, I believe in embracing a harmony between the two worlds.

 

My foundation is in physical photography - the quiet, human experience of capturing life through a lens. At the same time, I fully embrace AI as a creative partner. I use it as a "digital sounding board" for advice, a personal assistant to help me navigate the digital world, and occasionally, as a tool to explore new visual frontiers.

 

For me, technology doesn't replace the soul of the work; it provides a bridge. It helps me refine my thoughts into words and my visions into art, ensuring that my creativity isn't limited by the tools at hand, but empowered by them. - K. Jones

 

A No "Explore" Zone. I’ve opted out of the algorithm to keep the noise down. I’m here for the photography, not the digital trophies, glitter badges, or automated 'Congrats' spam.

 

While the interaction here is modest, I much prefer a single sincere comment over a thousand empty favourites. If you’re following me in hopes of a follow-back or to farm engagement, you’re in the wrong place. But if you’ve actually stopped to look at the work and have something genuine to say, I truly appreciate the connection.

Freedom - and a bit of real conversation - is a wonderful thing.

 

To everyone, 'Happy Creating', no matter what tools you choose to use. - K. Jones ☮ ❤

 

My Kit Past and Present;

 

Kodak Ektra 12 - Sold

Kodak Ektra 200 - Sold

Canon FZ - Retired

Canon AE1 Program - Sold

Canon EOS 1000D - Retired

Canon EOS IX 7 - Sold

Canon EOS 650 QD - Stolen

Panasonic Lumix FZ 200 (Qty.2) - 1 Broken, 1 Retired

Panasonic Lumix FZ2000 - Retired

Nikon D7200 - Retired

Nikon D500

Fujifilm X100V

Fujifilm X-T3

 

Canon FL 50mm f/1.8 - Retired

Canon EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 II - Retired

Sigma 35-80mm f/4-5.6 DL - Retired

 

AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor 12-24mm f/4G IF-ED - Sold

AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor 17-55mm f/2.8G IF-ED

AF-S DX Nikkor 18-140mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR

Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 18-300mm f/3.5–6.3G ED VR

AF-S Nikkor 24mm f/1.4G ED

AF-S DX Nikkor 35mm F/1.8G

AF-P Nikkor 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6E ED VR - Sold

Nikon AF-S Micro Nikkor 105mm f/2.8G IF-ED VR - Sold

Nikon AF-S Nikkor 80-400mm f/4.5-5.6G ED VR

AF-S Nikkor 200-500mm f/5.6E ED VR

 

Fujinon XF16-80mm f/4 R OIS WR

Fujinon XF 35mm f/2 R WR

Fujifilm XF 16mm f/1.4 R WR

Viltrox AF 27mm f/1.2 Pro

Viltrox AF 75mm F/1.2 Pro

 

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Below are some quotes that resonate with me:

 

"There is only one reason to do anything: to announce

and declare, express, and fulfil, become, and

experience Who You Really Are.

Do what you do, therefore, for the sheer joy of it,

for sheer joy is who you are. Do what you choose,

not what someone else chooses for you."

- Kneale Donald Walsch

 

"We don't make mistakes, just happy accidents" - Bob Ross

 

"You have your way. I have my way. As for the right way, the correct way, and the only way, it does not exist."

- Friedrich Nietzsche.