men – Harvest Life

Severance: The Attractiveness of Character and Performance

I see Severance as men being men in varying relationships and situational dynamics. The sacredness and universality of men embodying manhood through emotional vulnerability. Undiluted maleness that’s not in doubt or watered down; that’s not commercial, shallow, or one-dimensional. Most importantly, it’s about everyday manliness that’s not predicated or framed by physical violence.

I’m a Man Project: An Uninspiring Start

Today, I’ve been reminded why my creative focus is so heavily and unapologetically centered on women. Milwaukee is having a lovely fall. A couple of weeks ago, I decided to schedule a couple of open shoots for the project to get some outdoor shots. My intention with the men I know (neighbors) is to doContinueContinue reading “I’m a Man Project: An Uninspiring Start”

I’M A MAN Project

Since I can’t seem to sit still or because I’m in a creative burst of time, I’m starting a new photo project on manhood. It’s inspired by my I AM WOMAN photo essay project as well as my neighbors for the last three and half years in Milwaukee, WI. The neighbors will have a specialContinueContinue reading “I’M A MAN Project”

Why are men so frustrating?

The union contractor bragged about keeping a full wallet and being on the job for 35 years, but his 2 examples of paying more than double a decent rate for basic services told me he doesn’t know anything about money or project management.

Barbershop Theology

The common theme is: a strong Black Woman erases the Black Man. i.e. there’s no need for a man if a woman can live in her own strength & purpose. This line of thought usually leads to what a woman’s role and place are (spoiler: obedient & beneath a man).

A Taste of Partnership

The former head of my department at work implemented what he called the “two-partner” approach to problem solving. He encouraged his managers to call on each other to talk through difficult or complex issues. He assured them that the process of talking through the problem would yield perspectives and solutions that the solo person neverContinueContinue reading “A Taste of Partnership”