BLEND Co-Owner + Visual Strategist, Ben Richardson, is now on UNSPLASH — a platform to showcase and share high resolution photography, FOR FREE.

Several people have asked why make your work free when you can sell it. Truth is, not everything is about the money. Sometimes it’s nice to see your work being used to help others succeed.

But from a personal brand point of view, UNSPLASH gives you exposure to both businesses and artists all over the world.

So be sure to give Ben a follow — unsplash.com/@crtvben and while you’re there show some love to other artists who are making waves in the creative world.

Cheers,

BLEND

Sign Up on UNSPLASH

01 : Go to unsplash.com

02 : Create a free account

03 : Update your bio

04 : Upload photo(s)

05 : Add description, tags and location

06 : Done

During a recent mission trip to Nicaragua, I was challenged to capture moments in their most authentic form. For me, this meant candid. But in addition to candid stills, I wanted to take it step further. I wanted to capture human emotion.

I understood prior to the trip that the images captured would be used to promote future trips. So while photographing landscapes and landmarks can be fun — it falls short in comparison.

Throughout my time in Nicaragua, I focused on the work being done and the lives that were being impacted through service. The locals. Adults, kids, chickens, and more.

But I also took time to capture the expressions of those who joined me on the trip. Why? Because at some point in the near future, there are going to be potentially hundreds of other people making a decision as to whether or not they should go on a mission trip — and I want to give them a fresh, authentic perspective from those who have gone before them.

You can see the full gallery here: lifepointnow.pixieset.com/nica2019

Tips for Capturing Emotion

01 : Focus on what’s real.

02 : Let the subjects eyes tell the story.

03 : People naturally gravitate to kids. If it’s powerful, capture it.

04 : Keep it candid. Subjects in their natural element will always be the most authentic.