East Africa is a study in contrasts; Millions of people waste away from famine. Millions more escape death but suffer the wrath of warlords and oppressive governments. Yet through it all, beauty abounds. On the faces of children, in the connection between generations, and in the simplicity of everyday life, happiness flourishes.

Early Bird Gets the Wave by carl costas
I spent a couple days hunting light on the Northern California coast recently. It was a commissioned gig but it felt more like a vacation. I got the job done but didn’t miss the chance to recharge the creative batteries. The coastal air, beautiful landscape and friendly folks made it all the better.

A retrospective of some of the mega and marginal stars I’ve had the pleasure of crossing paths with over the years.