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Featured essay
  • Comparing Culinary Traditions: Japanese vs. Western Knives

    The kitchen is a stage where culture, philosophy, and craftsmanship converge. Nowhere is this more evident than in the hands of the chef and the knives they wield. The Japanese and Western culinary traditions, though both rooted in centuries of refinement, diverge dramatically in their approach to tools—especially knives. These…

Latest Essays
  • Mass Casualty Events – Part 1: Education and Planning

    Mass Casualty Events – Part 1: Education and Planning

    This is Part One of a three-part series on being prepared for Mass Casualty Events. Stay tuned over the next two Friday essay drops for…

  • The Synergy of Overlanding and Photography

    The Synergy of Overlanding and Photography

    Overlanding and photography are two pursuits that, when combined, create a harmonious blend of adventure and artistry. Both activities share a common thread: the exploration…

  • January 2025 Print of the Month

    January 2025 Print of the Month

    The January Print of the Month is now available for purchase at a discount of 20% via my fine art prints site: Alain Zarinelli Photography…

  • Happy New Year!

    I wish everybody a happy, successful, and peaceful New Year. No essay this week – next publish date 10 January 2025.

About Me

I’m Alain, a professional fine art landscape photographer, videographer, and educator, often travelling off-road to get to great photography locations.

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