Darryl Brooks
I am a writer with over 16 years of experience and hundreds of articles. I write about photography, productivity, life skills, money management and much more.
Rage
I got the penny on our honeymoon. I’ve worn it around my neck ever since — never took it off for anything. That penny meant more to me than my wedding ring. Then somebody went and stole it from me, so I killed him.
Darryl BrooksPublished about 17 hours ago in Criminal
Are Grandparents Actual People?
Photo by Alev Takil on Unsplash There is an idea that has been plaguing me for some time. I can’t quite wrap my head around it, so I thought I would put my thoughts down on paper. If you are reading this (and I suppose you must be), I appreciate it and I hope I provide you with some insight, if not entertainment.
Darryl BrooksPublished about 21 hours ago in Families
How to Get Started with Food Photography
I know what you’re thinking. I’m already doing food photography. Every time I get something in a restaurant, I whip out my phone and snap a picture using the latest filter. I don’t need to get started.
Darryl BrooksPublished 3 days ago in Photography
How the Stars Aligned
"Come in, Mr. Brooks, and have a seat. Thanks for coming in. We have interviewed many candidates for the position, but none have been the right fit. As you can imagine, this is a fiercely competitive industry, and we are at the top of our game. Did you bring your resume?"
Darryl BrooksPublished 4 days ago in Journal
10 Ways to Get Out of Your Photography Rut
Photographers get stuck in ruts like everyone else. Whether it’s food, landscapes, or portraiture, you shoot the same thing the same way every time you head out with the camera. If you want to refresh your photography style, this article gives you ten ways to get out of your photography rut.
Darryl BrooksPublished 5 days ago in Photography
An Unfortunate Accident
Carlo Mcclintock walked into Jackie's office at the ungodly hour of 6 am on a Tuesday. Jackie Dupre liked to get an early start as most of his day would be spent out conducting business. A business that involved collecting money from those for whom he had done favors.
Darryl BrooksPublished 5 days ago in Criminal
3 Things You Must Know To Shoot Great Real Estate Photography
Real estate photography is a lucrative niche that has great potential. The principal reason for this potential is that so few people do it well. Too many photographers think you can walk through a house, snapping shots of each room, and call it a day. But real estate photography, like any other specialty, requires a particular mindset and knowing the tricks of the trade to be successful. Here are three things you must know to shoot great real estate photography.
Darryl BrooksPublished 6 days ago in Photography
One Day
My alarm woke me at 6 a.m. I went out for a run, showered, brushed my teeth, got dressed, and had some breakfast. It was a day like any other, except today I would watch a man die.
Darryl BrooksPublished 8 days ago in Criminal
