I’ve always appreciated the dual experience of images when commissioning photography. Creative conversations are developed, logistical hurdles are cleared, and the shoot happens. Then a magic link arrives in my inbox. It’s the first rush, there’s trepidation and excitement. I envy photo editors of the past, receiving envelopes overstuffed with contact sheets - the joy of receiving that physical gift would make more sense. Unzipping a file can lack ceremony, but I still love it.
Then, usually weeks later, the new issue lands on my desk, and I get to experience our photographers' incredible work all over again. This time it’s finally real in my hands, and I instantly forget whatever complexities were navigated to get us there, and it’s the joy all over again as it’s sent out to our contributors and audience.
