I very rarely write about my reflections on individual Natural Pursuits gatherings, but as I reviewed these photos from our singalong shoot in Inwood, it struck me that I had something to say. This photo set includes images that prompted reflections on my own vulnerability at Natural Pursuits events.  A few of the images can…

Easter is this Sunday, and during our March shoot yesterday, event host and photographer Fwee Carter mentioned he had a collection of Easter props. That was enough to turn the day into a spring-themed shoot, with flowers, rabbit ears, eggs, and carrots for participants to pose with. We associate these symbols with spring and Easter…

It’s not groundbreaking to say that different humans have different preferences in how they spend their free time. Some people prefer structured activities, while others prefer unstructured hangs. When creating Natural Pursuits gatherings, I try to keep that in mind and vary them. Sometimes there are very specific projects or activities, and other times it’s…

A couple of weeks ago, Natural Pursuits held a gathering in Midtown Manhattan. There was a mix of new faces and familiar ones. It’s been a long winter, and people were in the mood for a low-key afternoon. People showed up, got naked, and spent a few hours together. The portrait project from that day…