Incredibly proud that my debut photobook “Migration Patterns” is finally out in the world. It’s available for pre-order with @setantabooks
https://t.co/2J5078F5Pl
Had a chance to sit down with my friend —the talented @johnknopf and talk about my journey with the camera and my latest book “Migration Patterns” with @setantabooks
My next guest is Brandon “Ruff Draft” Ruffin @RUFF_DRAFT - a Leica Ambassador, filmmaker, photographer, and storyteller whose work is rooted in capturing raw human emotion in the streets and everyday life. Brandon doesn’t just take photos; he studies people, philosophy, and presence, using his lens to explore what it means to be human in a rapidly changing world.
I’ve known Brandon for years and consider him a close friend. Since 2021, we have hosted weekly spaces called Foto Fridays, where we onboarded photographers, helped build, and were part of the community that helped shape the foundation of the NFT photography movement. I’ve always admired his work and the way he approaches art with depth, integrity, and intention.
In this conversation, we talk about:
– His new book Migration Patterns
– His transition from law enforcement to full-time artist
– The philosophy behind observation and curiosity
– Shooting with intention vs. shooting for attention
– Film, Leica, and the emotional language of photography
– AI, NFTs, and the future of visual storytelling
Brandon is one of the most thoughtful and intentional voices in modern photography - this episode dives deep into his process, his worldview, and why he believes the camera is not a tool for performance, but a tool for truth.
🎧 Full episode below ⬇️
My next guest is @ParinHeidari. After being banned from OpenSea and having her art delisted, many artists would have quit. Not Parin.
Instead, she has pushed forward. Her groundbreaking Art vs. Code exhibit is now featured in the @museumartlight@iconic__culture, exploring the harmony between human art and robotic logic.
Hear her full, incredible story of resilience from donating her first big sales to charity, to overcoming every obstacle put in front of her.
Listen here ⬇️