World Events

A 1929 Vision of Peace by Sense and Science: Historical Lessons for Today’s Tech-Driven World

Intro I recently bought this 1929 Saturday Evening Post advertisement for Franklin Automobiles because of its design. The illustration shows a woman stepping out of a red Franklin with the tagline: “Air-cooled motoring, the only different performance makes Franklin the road champion.” When I examined this further at home, I took it out of its folder, turned it over, and found a surprise. The back carried a continuation of a feature article titled “Peace by […]

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The start slide from the Fotoreel Souvenir Photo Viewer from the 1933 Chicago World Fair

Turning Back Time: 1933 Chicago World’s Fair Foto Reel Metal Photo Viewer

Intro I found a neat metal photo viewer at one of my favorite antique shops in San Diego last weekend, so here I am blogging about it 🙂 It was tucked in one of those glass display boxes, behind a few old cameras and postcards. It is small enough to almost miss, but once I picked it up, I couldn’t put it down. The design immediately stood out: sturdy metal, very minimal wear or rust, […]

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No Kings Day San Diego October 18 2025 - a crowd with a sign that says "vote yes on prop 50"

No Kings Day Photos – San Diego, October 18th 2025

On October 18, 2025, San Diego activists gathered downtown for the second No Kings Day protest, a peaceful demonstration born out of resistance to the current administration and the systems of power it represents. Across cities in the U.S. and beyond, people came together to call for solidarity, liberation, and collective self-determination. I arrived a little late after circling downtown in search of parking (should have left earlier!). The streets were already overflowing with people, […]

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Peoples March 2025 San Diego -- People walking together on the street in peaceful protest, with signs

San Diego People’s March 2025 Photos

Last weekend, I took the opportunity to attend the San Diego People’s March at Waterfront Park. This was a truly beautiful gathering of individuals from all walks of life, advocating for social justice, equality, and positive change, and it was a powerful reminder of strength found in unity and the importance of being heard. I arrived early from the nearby farmers market, and I was inspired by the dedication of everyone in attendance! From the […]

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Guide to Ethical Photography & Photojournalism: Documenting With Empathy, Integrity, and Respect

Introduction In an age where cameras are an essential tool for storytelling, it’s crucial for us, as photographers and photojournalists, to approach this art form with a sense of responsibility and care. Ethical photography isn’t just about capturing the moment in front of us—it’s about embracing our role as storytellers to document the world with empathy, respect, and integrity. When crises unfold or deeply personal stories come into focus, photographers have the power to make […]

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How & Where To Donate To Help Victims of Hurricane Helene

Hello Everyone, Lexi here. I normally focus on photography & travel content, but in light of the devastating effects of Hurricane Helene in Western North Carolina & surrounding areas, I wanted to use this platform to share  information about how outsiders may help. Although I am not currently in the area, I am from North Georgia and I have friends and family who live in the Asheville area. I have been in contact with them […]

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