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  • A photograph of the South Carolina State House.
    Life,  Photography

    Columbia Trip

    April 10, 2024 / 1 Comment

    The evaluation culminated against the historic backdrop of the State House, a place saturated with the echoes of the past. Immortal stories are etched within its domain, awaiting a voice to bring them to life. Dominating the landscape, the statue of George Washington stands tall, with its broken cane bearing witness to the passage of time. In the year 1865, it was not the thundering cannons or gunfire that struck a blow, but rather a simple brick hurled at the bronze figure of Washington by federal soldiers, an act leaving a permanent scar that recalls Sherman's occupation and the lasting impacts of his military campaign.

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    A photograph of Table Rock from the Caesars Head Overlook.

    The Great Blue Hills of God

    April 8, 2024
    Macro shot of a Pinecone

    Macro Details

    April 5, 2024
    ADA signage requirements for Municipal buildings

    Why Every Office Door in City Hall Must Have Raised Lettering and Braille: ADA Signage Requirements for Municipal Public Buildings

    June 24, 2026
  • Black and white photo of a leaf.
    Life,  Photography

    Insignificant Leaf

    April 6, 2024 / 1 Comment

    In a previous discussion, I highlighted the inherent beauty contained within the minute details of our everyday lives. We find ourselves ensnared in the incessant pace of existence, perpetually striving to surpass the expectations laid out before us—both our own and those of others who hold stakes in our journey. This unyielding race often blinds us to the profound joys of life's subtleties.

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    An AI generated photograph of a road leading into Norman, Oklahoma. There is a title that states, "We Moved".

    Why We Moved from Arizona to Norman, Oklahoma: A Personal Journey

    January 14, 2026
    A photograph of a lock sealing a gate in Easley, SC.

    Life Update

    March 23, 2024
    Reflections

    Monday Jaunts Through Norman: Coffee, Chaos, and the Senses That Guide Me

    March 30, 2026
  • Episode 3 of Coffee with Jefferson Davis Cover

    Episode 3

    March 16, 2024 / 0 Comments

    Welcome back to the fascinating world of photography and development in the latest episode of Coffee with Jefferson Davis. As we dive deep into the intricacies of film development, it's evident that this segment is an essential guide for both enthusiasts and professionals in the field.

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  • Purblind Illumination Magazine
    Photography

    The First Issue of Purblind Illumination

    March 16, 2024 / 0 Comments

    The arrival of the inaugural issue of "Purblind Illumination" in my mailbox was like a shaft of light piercing through the morning mist, courtesy of the diligent postman. The anticipation gave way to sheer delight as I admired the impressive tactile quality of the paper – its thickness, shadow detail, and the subtle sheen that seemed to caress each image.

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    Reflections

    Monday Jaunts Through Norman: Coffee, Chaos, and the Senses That Guide Me

    March 30, 2026

    Capturing Moments with Minolta’s 50mm f/1.4 Lens

    February 23, 2026
    Black and white photo of a leaf.

    Insignificant Leaf

    April 6, 2024
  • Photography

    Purblind Illumination

    March 7, 2024 / 1 Comment

    As a few of you may already know, I am going blind. I have roughly two years to photograph the world as I see it. In that time, I hope to publish a magazine called, Purblind Illumination, every two months, if not more often. The title is a contradiction of itself.

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    A photo of a cross with fabric on it blowing in the wind

    Breath of God

    March 9, 2024
    A blind Perspective

    Common Blind Questions Answered: My Journey

    February 24, 2026
    A pastoral scene of a horse, barns, and pastures

    Pastoral Scenes

    March 11, 2024
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