Sitting for a photo session is probably in my top 3 least-favorite activities, but my photographer was incredibly patient, instructive, and captured "me." I couldn't be happier with the results.
Rob is a thoughtful, curious, slightly eccentric presence. It's reflected in his work, from his NY Times bestselling books to his recent play, We'll Get Back To You.
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I was brought in to photograph him at Prima Theatre, and the experience tapped directly into why I got into portrait photography in the first place. We talked about photographer Platon, and his ability to strip everything back and reveal the human behind the face. That’s always the goal for me, but it only works when there’s trust on both sides.
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This shoot had that. It felt collaborative, intuitive… electric. At one point (actually, a few), he stopped to give me a hug in the middle of shooting, just in pure gratitude for what we were creating together. I’m grateful for the time, the trust, and what came out of it.
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@realrobbell@primatheatre
Some songs write themselves. Others are grueling. This one was in the latter camp. I wrote it back in December. Countless late nights pacing my apartment, journaling, rewriting the same lines over and over, obsessing over trying to get it “perfect”. When something in life hits that hard, I’ve gotta get it just right, really do it justice. Or else, you know, the world might stop turning.
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All that banging my head against the wall was worth it, because I’m really proud of what this became. Though, I think even a full album probably wouldn’t settle what led me here.
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IN THE ROOM // 03.28.26
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I first came across Rob Bell’s work as a teenager, so learning that he was collaborating with Prima Theatre 20 years later felt a bit surreal. His play, We’ll Get Back To You, is a powerful blend of sharp humor, impeccable comedic timing, and moving moments that remind you of what it really is to be human. I had the opportunity to photograph the opening night, and ended up going back again just to experience it as an audience member.
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@realrobbell@primatheatre
I’ve had the privilege of knowing Craig and Scott for nearly ten years, and I’ve yet to leave a conversation without feeling creatively reset. Their commitment to their craft, their sensitivity to detail, and the integrity with which they live is infectious. Their work isn’t separate from who they are, but a direct extension of it.
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I recently had the opportunity to photograph them in their Connecticut home, designed by Philip Johnson. Being inside it is more than just visually striking, and actually shifts how you pay attention. Every line, material, and object is considered. It’s an experience in how to live with intention.
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@bassamfellows@openspaceseries@architectanddesign@archdigest
I wouldn’t mind this being my bathroom. Bauhaus and Brutalism at their finest, with solid stone throughout, all sourced within the U.S. This Jack & Jill bath connects two tranquil bedrooms, each with a floor-to-ceiling window overlooking the yard. I would, however, strongly prefer not to share it with my bedroom neighbor.
Well heck, I haven't shared any new work on here since July of last year. I've got a lot of catching up to do. This assignment was a rare opportunity and a special honor, captured in early June of 2025.
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This post and the several to follow are of Craig and Scott of designer brand BassamFellows, and homeowners of one of revered architect Philip Johnson’s incredible designs (the same guy who created the famous "Glass House", just down the road from here).
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The first photo shows the corridor that separates the home’s main living spaces—living room, office, and kitchen—from the private bedroom wing. The second photo shows the main entrance to the home; it's intentionally understated and slightly obscured at an angle, a design move Johnson often used.
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Built in the 1950s, this home is truly unlike anything you’ve probably ever seen before. It’s like living inside an art installation. Incredibly serene, minimal, almost museum-like, with natural light pouring through it from sunup to sundown. It’s Mid-Century Modern, Brutalism, Bauhaus, and De Stijl all colliding in the best possible way. More to come.
🏕️ Took these fire starters from @keystonesparkplugs on my last trip, and I’ll be honest, I wasn’t expecting them to be this good. One little plug lit fast, stayed lit, and made starting my fire stupid easy. These spark plugs got me feeling like a real outdoorsman.
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🔥 They're windproof, waterproof, and come with a ferro rod that actually works. If you camp, hike, or just like being the one who gets the fire going, toss a tin of these in your pack.
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