Bronze Compass
@bronzecompass.bsky.social
Photojournalist
Storyteller in motion.
#BronzeCompass founder.
Capturing the quiet moments between departures.
The story was always the point.
IG: @BronzeCompass
Storyteller in motion.
#BronzeCompass founder.
Capturing the quiet moments between departures.
The story was always the point.
IG: @BronzeCompass
Details and patterns — small moments, quiet textures, and the kind of beauty that hides in plain sight.
#Photography #Seattle #BronzeCom
#Photography #Seattle #BronzeCom
November 5, 2025 at 8:33 PM
Details and patterns — small moments, quiet textures, and the kind of beauty that hides in plain sight.
#Photography #Seattle #BronzeCom
#Photography #Seattle #BronzeCom
Been shooting, just not posting.
No waterfalls on Poo Poo Point Trail — just color, wind, and laughter between the trees.
#PNW #Photography #BronzeCompass
No waterfalls on Poo Poo Point Trail — just color, wind, and laughter between the trees.
#PNW #Photography #BronzeCompass
November 5, 2025 at 8:30 PM
Been shooting, just not posting.
No waterfalls on Poo Poo Point Trail — just color, wind, and laughter between the trees.
#PNW #Photography #BronzeCompass
No waterfalls on Poo Poo Point Trail — just color, wind, and laughter between the trees.
#PNW #Photography #BronzeCompass
Covered the “No Kings” protest today in Seattle.
No violence — just color, satire, and conviction.
Call it absurd, call it art, but it’s undeniably American.
#Seattle #Photojournalism #BronzeCompass #NoKings
No violence — just color, satire, and conviction.
Call it absurd, call it art, but it’s undeniably American.
#Seattle #Photojournalism #BronzeCompass #NoKings
October 20, 2025 at 3:43 AM
Covered the “No Kings” protest today in Seattle.
No violence — just color, satire, and conviction.
Call it absurd, call it art, but it’s undeniably American.
#Seattle #Photojournalism #BronzeCompass #NoKings
No violence — just color, satire, and conviction.
Call it absurd, call it art, but it’s undeniably American.
#Seattle #Photojournalism #BronzeCompass #NoKings
There’s a lot going on tonight — you can feel it.
For now, this snapshot will have to hold the space until I give tomorrow’s photos the time they deserve.
#Seattle #SpaceNeedle #Photography #Night
For now, this snapshot will have to hold the space until I give tomorrow’s photos the time they deserve.
#Seattle #SpaceNeedle #Photography #Night
October 19, 2025 at 2:00 AM
There’s a lot going on tonight — you can feel it.
For now, this snapshot will have to hold the space until I give tomorrow’s photos the time they deserve.
#Seattle #SpaceNeedle #Photography #Night
For now, this snapshot will have to hold the space until I give tomorrow’s photos the time they deserve.
#Seattle #SpaceNeedle #Photography #Night
A rare #dayjob moment, mentoring an aspiring PAO assistant.
Handed him my Nikon Z to replicate my shot (vanity, I know). He couldn’t, and that’s the point.
We don’t take photos; we make them.
Big thanks to Lumen Field for letting us share the story.
#Photography #Mentorship #NikonZ #Seattle
Handed him my Nikon Z to replicate my shot (vanity, I know). He couldn’t, and that’s the point.
We don’t take photos; we make them.
Big thanks to Lumen Field for letting us share the story.
#Photography #Mentorship #NikonZ #Seattle
October 16, 2025 at 2:42 PM
A rare #dayjob moment, mentoring an aspiring PAO assistant.
Handed him my Nikon Z to replicate my shot (vanity, I know). He couldn’t, and that’s the point.
We don’t take photos; we make them.
Big thanks to Lumen Field for letting us share the story.
#Photography #Mentorship #NikonZ #Seattle
Handed him my Nikon Z to replicate my shot (vanity, I know). He couldn’t, and that’s the point.
We don’t take photos; we make them.
Big thanks to Lumen Field for letting us share the story.
#Photography #Mentorship #NikonZ #Seattle
Photography isn’t just art, it’s intention.
This shot at Wallace Falls State Park was made with my Fujifilm and an old-school star filter I found in Japan. No shortcuts, just patience and light.
#Fujifilm #WallaceFalls #Photography #BronzeCompass #PNW
This shot at Wallace Falls State Park was made with my Fujifilm and an old-school star filter I found in Japan. No shortcuts, just patience and light.
#Fujifilm #WallaceFalls #Photography #BronzeCompass #PNW
October 15, 2025 at 10:51 AM
Photography isn’t just art, it’s intention.
This shot at Wallace Falls State Park was made with my Fujifilm and an old-school star filter I found in Japan. No shortcuts, just patience and light.
#Fujifilm #WallaceFalls #Photography #BronzeCompass #PNW
This shot at Wallace Falls State Park was made with my Fujifilm and an old-school star filter I found in Japan. No shortcuts, just patience and light.
#Fujifilm #WallaceFalls #Photography #BronzeCompass #PNW
There’s something timeless about taping magazine pages to a wall.
I used to do it, dreaming I’d be in those photos one day.
Now I take them, and maybe one day, someone will hang one of mine.
#Creativity #Photography #Inspiration #Legacy #Fatherhood
I used to do it, dreaming I’d be in those photos one day.
Now I take them, and maybe one day, someone will hang one of mine.
#Creativity #Photography #Inspiration #Legacy #Fatherhood
October 14, 2025 at 2:40 PM
There’s something timeless about taping magazine pages to a wall.
I used to do it, dreaming I’d be in those photos one day.
Now I take them, and maybe one day, someone will hang one of mine.
#Creativity #Photography #Inspiration #Legacy #Fatherhood
I used to do it, dreaming I’d be in those photos one day.
Now I take them, and maybe one day, someone will hang one of mine.
#Creativity #Photography #Inspiration #Legacy #Fatherhood
Not my shot—Ty’s. We hiked Wallace Falls State Park (WA). I handed him the camera; he stacked two ND filters and ran a 1-minute exposure. Nailed it. Proud dad moment. #WallaceFalls #PNW #LongExposure #Photography #Fatherhood #Mentorship
October 13, 2025 at 10:08 PM
Not my shot—Ty’s. We hiked Wallace Falls State Park (WA). I handed him the camera; he stacked two ND filters and ran a 1-minute exposure. Nailed it. Proud dad moment. #WallaceFalls #PNW #LongExposure #Photography #Fatherhood #Mentorship
Rows of guitars, a quiet hum, and a kid chasing his first sound.
Fatherhood’s funny like that, you don’t pass down your rhythm, you just help them find theirs.
#Fatherhood #Photography #Music #BronzeCompass #Seattle
Fatherhood’s funny like that, you don’t pass down your rhythm, you just help them find theirs.
#Fatherhood #Photography #Music #BronzeCompass #Seattle
October 12, 2025 at 4:36 PM
Rows of guitars, a quiet hum, and a kid chasing his first sound.
Fatherhood’s funny like that, you don’t pass down your rhythm, you just help them find theirs.
#Fatherhood #Photography #Music #BronzeCompass #Seattle
Fatherhood’s funny like that, you don’t pass down your rhythm, you just help them find theirs.
#Fatherhood #Photography #Music #BronzeCompass #Seattle
There’s something humbling about standing in an elevator, heading to a doctor who actually wants to help you heal. For years, I was taught to “tough it out.” Now, I’m learning that healing takes courage too.
#Healing #Transition #BronzeCompass #VeteranLife #Photography #Reflection
#Healing #Transition #BronzeCompass #VeteranLife #Photography #Reflection
October 12, 2025 at 4:35 PM
There’s something humbling about standing in an elevator, heading to a doctor who actually wants to help you heal. For years, I was taught to “tough it out.” Now, I’m learning that healing takes courage too.
#Healing #Transition #BronzeCompass #VeteranLife #Photography #Reflection
#Healing #Transition #BronzeCompass #VeteranLife #Photography #Reflection
it’s about boundaries.
Light only becomes shape when it’s framed.
Still experimenting with simplicity.
#Photography #Minimalism #LightAndShadow #BronzeCompass #Seattle #ArtInFocus
Light only becomes shape when it’s framed.
Still experimenting with simplicity.
#Photography #Minimalism #LightAndShadow #BronzeCompass #Seattle #ArtInFocus
October 12, 2025 at 4:33 PM
it’s about boundaries.
Light only becomes shape when it’s framed.
Still experimenting with simplicity.
#Photography #Minimalism #LightAndShadow #BronzeCompass #Seattle #ArtInFocus
Light only becomes shape when it’s framed.
Still experimenting with simplicity.
#Photography #Minimalism #LightAndShadow #BronzeCompass #Seattle #ArtInFocus
Quick trip to Guitar Center with my son turned into an alleyway find. Graffiti’s one of those raw art forms — misunderstood but magnetic. I’ve met artists mid-spray before; a nod’s all it takes. Respect among creators.
#Photography #StreetArt #Seattle #ArtLife #BronzeCompass
#Photography #StreetArt #Seattle #ArtLife #BronzeCompass
October 9, 2025 at 3:06 AM
Quick trip to Guitar Center with my son turned into an alleyway find. Graffiti’s one of those raw art forms — misunderstood but magnetic. I’ve met artists mid-spray before; a nod’s all it takes. Respect among creators.
#Photography #StreetArt #Seattle #ArtLife #BronzeCompass
#Photography #StreetArt #Seattle #ArtLife #BronzeCompass
When the moon eats your eye mid-run…
Winter’s coming, and Seattle’s cooling off, but I’m ready for the early hours, orange skies, quiet streets, and that perfect pre-dawn glow. Bedtimes may come early, but the photos make it worth it.
#Photography #Seattle #NightRun #LightAndShadow #PNW #moon #luna
Winter’s coming, and Seattle’s cooling off, but I’m ready for the early hours, orange skies, quiet streets, and that perfect pre-dawn glow. Bedtimes may come early, but the photos make it worth it.
#Photography #Seattle #NightRun #LightAndShadow #PNW #moon #luna
October 7, 2025 at 2:50 PM
When the moon eats your eye mid-run…
Winter’s coming, and Seattle’s cooling off, but I’m ready for the early hours, orange skies, quiet streets, and that perfect pre-dawn glow. Bedtimes may come early, but the photos make it worth it.
#Photography #Seattle #NightRun #LightAndShadow #PNW #moon #luna
Winter’s coming, and Seattle’s cooling off, but I’m ready for the early hours, orange skies, quiet streets, and that perfect pre-dawn glow. Bedtimes may come early, but the photos make it worth it.
#Photography #Seattle #NightRun #LightAndShadow #PNW #moon #luna
Reposted by Bronze Compass
This video of Chicagoans intervening to save a man from being abducted off the streets by ICE is making the rounds on Instagram.
Community action works.
Source: www.instagram.com/reel/DPZL2AL...
Community action works.
Source: www.instagram.com/reel/DPZL2AL...
October 5, 2025 at 5:24 PM
This video of Chicagoans intervening to save a man from being abducted off the streets by ICE is making the rounds on Instagram.
Community action works.
Source: www.instagram.com/reel/DPZL2AL...
Community action works.
Source: www.instagram.com/reel/DPZL2AL...
Wallace Falls, WA., proof that nature composes better than we ever could.
This marks the start of a collaboration series with my son, stories in light, shadow, and reflection.
#Photography #WallaceFalls #BronzeCompass #PNW #Nature #FatherAndSon #naturephoto
This marks the start of a collaboration series with my son, stories in light, shadow, and reflection.
#Photography #WallaceFalls #BronzeCompass #PNW #Nature #FatherAndSon #naturephoto
October 5, 2025 at 10:39 PM
Wallace Falls, WA., proof that nature composes better than we ever could.
This marks the start of a collaboration series with my son, stories in light, shadow, and reflection.
#Photography #WallaceFalls #BronzeCompass #PNW #Nature #FatherAndSon #naturephoto
This marks the start of a collaboration series with my son, stories in light, shadow, and reflection.
#Photography #WallaceFalls #BronzeCompass #PNW #Nature #FatherAndSon #naturephoto
Life’s shifting a bit, but I’m still shooting, still seeing. Sometimes that’s all you can do — keep the lens open and the focus steady.
#photography #growth #resilience #creativity #focus
#photography #growth #resilience #creativity #focus
October 5, 2025 at 2:38 AM
Life’s shifting a bit, but I’m still shooting, still seeing. Sometimes that’s all you can do — keep the lens open and the focus steady.
#photography #growth #resilience #creativity #focus
#photography #growth #resilience #creativity #focus
Late post no context
October 4, 2025 at 3:50 AM
Late post no context
Two months of keto + 4 miles/day = real change. I feel lighter, stronger, and more grounded. A brilliant female naval officer once told me: “Our haters are our motivators.” She was right. 2 miles down, 2 more tonight.
#running #mentalhealth #motivation #growth #resilience #fitness
#running #mentalhealth #motivation #growth #resilience #fitness
October 2, 2025 at 2:42 PM
Two months of keto + 4 miles/day = real change. I feel lighter, stronger, and more grounded. A brilliant female naval officer once told me: “Our haters are our motivators.” She was right. 2 miles down, 2 more tonight.
#running #mentalhealth #motivation #growth #resilience #fitness
#running #mentalhealth #motivation #growth #resilience #fitness
You will be missed
October 1, 2025 at 9:27 PM
You will be missed
With so much noise in the headlines, I’m looking at the small things. A carved New Zealand fishhook from a friend reminds me: we say “don’t miss the forest for the trees,” but sometimes the tree is the point. We’re all part of the same pattern. #Details #Photography
October 1, 2025 at 3:02 PM
With so much noise in the headlines, I’m looking at the small things. A carved New Zealand fishhook from a friend reminds me: we say “don’t miss the forest for the trees,” but sometimes the tree is the point. We’re all part of the same pattern. #Details #Photography
After a dentist visit (face like a pumpkin), I’d put my gear away. Walking home through Queen Anne, I saw this tree lit perfectly. Shot it on my iPhone. Sometimes the best tool is the one you already have. #Seattle #iPhone #Photography #PhotoOfTheDay
September 30, 2025 at 11:51 PM
After a dentist visit (face like a pumpkin), I’d put my gear away. Walking home through Queen Anne, I saw this tree lit perfectly. Shot it on my iPhone. Sometimes the best tool is the one you already have. #Seattle #iPhone #Photography #PhotoOfTheDay
Testing interval shooting on the Seattle skyline. One-minute exposure, telephoto lens, high f-stop. Too crisp, next time I’ll use ND filters + lower aperture for more isolation. Every experiment teaches. #Seattle #Photography #Night #LongExposure #Learning
September 30, 2025 at 3:15 AM
Testing interval shooting on the Seattle skyline. One-minute exposure, telephoto lens, high f-stop. Too crisp, next time I’ll use ND filters + lower aperture for more isolation. Every experiment teaches. #Seattle #Photography #Night #LongExposure #Learning
Today’s project took me outside my comfort zone: a two-hour time-lapse of Lake Union.
#Photography #Timelapse #Seattle #Experiment #Learning #Growth #Focus #Process #VisualStorytelling #DJIOsmo #Cinematography
#Photography #Timelapse #Seattle #Experiment #Learning #Growth #Focus #Process #VisualStorytelling #DJIOsmo #Cinematography
September 29, 2025 at 1:19 AM
Today’s project took me outside my comfort zone: a two-hour time-lapse of Lake Union.
#Photography #Timelapse #Seattle #Experiment #Learning #Growth #Focus #Process #VisualStorytelling #DJIOsmo #Cinematography
#Photography #Timelapse #Seattle #Experiment #Learning #Growth #Focus #Process #VisualStorytelling #DJIOsmo #Cinematography
Today’s #dayjob moment: HMC Brandon Newman presented the All-American Bowl jersey to Matt Ludwig of Billings West HS. The All-American Bowl celebrates athletic excellence, leadership, and character while connecting communities with the Navy.
#AllAmericanBowl #USNavy #ForgedByTheSea #Montana
#AllAmericanBowl #USNavy #ForgedByTheSea #Montana
September 27, 2025 at 3:54 AM
Today’s #dayjob moment: HMC Brandon Newman presented the All-American Bowl jersey to Matt Ludwig of Billings West HS. The All-American Bowl celebrates athletic excellence, leadership, and character while connecting communities with the Navy.
#AllAmericanBowl #USNavy #ForgedByTheSea #Montana
#AllAmericanBowl #USNavy #ForgedByTheSea #Montana