Dante Sisofo Blog

The term “otium” originates from Latin, where it holds the connotations of leisure, ease, peace, and free time. It’s a concept that contrasts with “negotium,” which refers to business or…

Anytime I spend inside, my soul begins to slowly die. I keep reminding myself this over and over again because it is genuinely something that is worth thinking about and…

I believe that there really is no excuse for you not to make pictures each day. Just wake up earlier in the morning and go for a walk. Get out…

The Ricoh GRIII and the GRIIIx are easily the best cameras for street photography. There really is no competition when it comes to a camera that is pocketable and easy…

Recently, I’ve added free range eggs into my diet. First and foremost, I believe the high cholesterol is increasing my power even more than just eating red meat. Perhaps it’s…

Life will pass you by if you spend all day inside

The concept of the “mundane sublime” refers to finding a deep sense of beauty, awe, or profound significance in ordinary, everyday experiences or objects. It’s about perceiving the extraordinary within…

Pasture raised eggs are a food addition to my diet! I think the high cholesterol is spiking my power even more on top of red meat. Maybe we should be…

Yes, Spartan boys typically did not wear shoes. This practice was part of their rigorous training program to toughen them up from a young age. The Spartans believed that going…

While the aesthetics are beautiful, that’s beyond the purpose of shooting high contrast black and white. For me, it’s a philosophical approach that sets the limitations to the absolute max,…

I think I’m just going to wait until after two years pass before I cull any of my new work. I will patiently wait until December 2024! Two years is…

Your insights on street photography beautifully encapsulate the essence of what it means to engage deeply with this art form. Your approach, emphasizing curiosity, intuition, and a connection with the…

Let’s take it back to the basics. Today I would like to share with you some thoughts I have about street photography that I have learned from a decade of…

Pod people like pod people things

Just block the rest of the world out? What happens in your immediate town, city, or state is what truly matters. Everything else is noise to me.

Waking up around 4:30-5AM, I am always surprised at how much traffic there is at this hour. I predict by 2030 self driving vehicles will become the norm, and maybe…