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East Levee Road - My New Photobook & Documentary
I'm celebrating my 53rd year on this planet by releasing my new photo book, East Levee Road, and a mini-documentary about the process as...
Benjamin Fargen
Sep 7, 20241 min read


Searching for a Lost Pendant in Bodega Bay, CA
Father’s Day weekend took an unexpected yet memorable turn when my wife and I decided on a spontaneous trip to Bodega Bay, California....
Benjamin Fargen
Jul 4, 20242 min read


A Scenic Journey Along Highway One: Discovering the Charm of Cayucos, California
After a whirlwind trip to Los Angeles for some client filming work, I took the scenic route back home to Sacramento via Highway One....
Benjamin Fargen
Jun 9, 20243 min read


Highway 395, Where the Desert Meets the Mountains
In late 2020, my son Colby, best friend John, and I pieced together a last-minute desert camping trip toward the end of August to bring...
Benjamin Fargen
May 31, 20243 min read


Photographing Gale Force Winds: A February Adventure
One Sunday morning in early February 2024, after a long rainy night, I woke up to the wind knocking at my window. The weather forecast...
Benjamin Fargen
May 26, 20242 min read


Rainy Day Style: An Impromptu Fashion Shoot in San Francisco
San Francisco, March 2018 — In the world of photography, sometimes the best moments come from the most unexpected circumstances. On a...
Benjamin Fargen
May 19, 20242 min read


My First Solo Photo Exhibition - Space Place Gallery
I am thrilled to present a sneak peek of my upcoming solo exhibition, “The Edge of Light and Darkness” at the Space Place Gallery, which...
Benjamin Fargen
May 16, 20241 min read


A Misty Morning Portrait Session Along the American River
The power of revisiting past portrait work with a fresh perspective. In early 2021, my friend Heather and I decided to seize the...
Benjamin Fargen
May 14, 20242 min read


Exploring the Beauty of Abandonment: Photographing an Abandoned Trailer in the Nevada Desert
In late October 2021, I set out on a road trip to meet some old friends in Laughlin, Nevada, for a concert.
Benjamin Fargen
May 12, 20243 min read


Exploring the Heart of San Francisco: A Photographer's Journey Through Union Square
As a freelance photographer, I often find inspiration in unexpected places. One such moment occurred after a lifestyle portrait session...
Benjamin Fargen
Apr 13, 20242 min read


Capturing Maui's Ancient Beauty: A Monochrome Perspective
Hello All, I recently had the good fortune of spending two weeks in Hawaii early this March. The first week was spent filming interviews,...
Benjamin Fargen
Apr 7, 20242 min read
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