Tools

Being a minimalist and a tech-loving person can often be at odds with each other, but I do my best to keep my software and hardware streamlined. Below is a list of my curated tools. (updated October 29, 2024)

Photography

Camera
I decided I wanted to have a minimal setup so I sold all my camera gear and got a Ricoh GR iii. This is a great little camera that is easy to throw in your bag and carry every day.

Photo Editing
Lightroom —I’ve tried all the other software but always return to Lightroom. It’s perfect on my Mac or iPad.

Journaling

Journal
I tried a lot of notebooks but keep coming back to the official Bullet Journal. It has page numbers, dot layout guides, and spacing guide. It is a great notebook.

Pens & Markers

Sharpie Felt Tip Pens .4– for writing and layouts. I use the black for most everything. I do have the colored ones for special call outs.
Tombow Dual Brush Pens – for highlighting, drawing, and layouts.

Productivity Software

PKM (Personal Knowledge Management) and Notes
Bear – This is an amazing app. It is simple, beautiful, and very fast. Bear has a great web clipper and it is easy to get content into Bear. The focus mode for writing is clean and simple.

Tasks and Project Timelines
Apple Reminders – I’ve tried them all but keep returning to Reminders’ simplicity. I have HomePod Minis around my house, so I can ask Siri to add things to various lists or remind me of things without stopping what I’m doing.

Hardware

iPhone
16 Pro

M2 iPad Pro
I do most of my writing on my iPad with the Magic Keyboard and love editing photos with the Apple Pencil. It’s a fantastic setup; this is all I bring when traveling.

14″ M1 MacBook Pro
I’ve been using Macs since the 1990s—they are robust and work. The new M1 MacBook Pro is fantastic. I love that the SD card reader is back. The screen is beautiful, the keyboard feels excellent while typing, and the laptop is fast!