I enjoy researching a subject of personal interest, and then, because I occasionally stumble across an ability to write well, sharing the results. Examples include my long writeup on digital image color spaces and the autofocus test chart that I developed. (See all in my list of geeky photo-tech posts.)

I also seem to have become the main provider of export plugins for Adobe Lightroom, such as my plugins that allow direct export to Zenfolio, Flickr, SmugMug, PicasaWeb (with Facebook and more on the way for Lightroom 2.0) — see my Lightroom Goodies page for current details. I develop these on my own time, as a hobby, which is perhaps a bit odd because I don't actually use any of these photo-hosting services myself.

Occasionally in response to my camera-tech writing, and much more after I released my plugins, I have been surprised to find how many people wanted to make a donation to thank me for my time and efforts. Like I said, I do all this as a hobby, so donations or payment are not required (nor is my reply to your support request ), but I've finally succumbed and set up a PayPal account. Donations are still not required, but if provided, are gratefully accepted via the button at right.