Kansas Trip
2025-09-22 - 2025-10-02 | Marcus Photograpy Venue, Rock Island, IL, 61299, United States
Kansas City

Tallgrass Prairie National Preserve

Cheyenne Bottoms Wildlife Area

Boot Hill Museum

Thai Therapy
2026-06-12 - 2026-06-25
This journey trades the typical frantic tourist track for a slower, more intentional pace along the serene coastline of Rayong, Thailand. Anchored at a quiet coastal resort, the primary mission of this stay is one of companionship and recovery, focusing on supporting a close friend through a rigorous physical therapy regimen. The peaceful Gulf of Thailand backdrop provides a healing environment, balancing structured daily rehabilitation sessions with quiet moments overlooking calm waters. As a photography project and blog feature, this destination offers a unique look at the intersection of wellness travel, coastal tranquility, and the profound value of showing up for the people who matter most.

Luzon Philippines
2026-06-27 - 2026-07-24
Centered in the vibrant hub of Angeles City, this itinerary balances reconnecting with good friends and launching extensive visual explorations across the diverse landscapes of Luzon Island. Angeles serves as the perfect base camp, blending rich local culinary scenes and historical context with easy access to rugged terrains, from dramatic volcanic vistas to sweeping agricultural plains. The narrative of this trip focuses heavily on the warmth of local hospitality contrasted with the raw, textured geometry of the Philippine landscape. For the upcoming blog series, readers can expect a mix of candid lifestyle photography, group camaraderie, and a deep technical dive into capturing the vast, sun-drenched environments of one of Southeast Asia’s most dynamic islands.

Phu Quoc Island
2026-07-26 - 2026-08-02
Designed as a dedicated window for respite and creative renewal, this segment takes place on the tropical canvas of Phu Quoc Island, Vietnam. Known for its pristine, fine-sand beaches and dense, national park interiors, the island offers an ideal environment to slow down, review recent work, and focus on high-end landscape and travel photography. The visual storytelling here centers on the dramatic interplay of light during the island’s legendary ocean sunsets, the minimalist lines of coastal architecture, and the hidden textures of local fishing villages. This blog entry will serve as an elegant guide to seeking genuine isolation and artistic decompression in a world-class beach destination.

Bangkok Thailand
2026-08-04 - 2026-08-08
Returning to Thailand, the final leg of the journey dives headfirst into the electric, high-velocity energy of Bangkok. This stay is an intentional study in urban contrast, capturing the brilliant reflection of hyper-modern skyscrapers alongside historic, golden-tiered temples lining the Chao Phraya River. Moving through the city’s bustling street markets, elevated train networks, and hidden alleys provides an endless stream of street photography opportunities characterized by rich color palettes and complex lighting conditions. The resulting blog post will capture the sheer scale and rhythm of the Thai capital, offering actionable insights on how to navigate and document one of the world’s most visually dense metropolises.
