Nicklaus Walter is a writer, photographer, and founder of Decaf Journal. You can find his photography portfolio here: www.nicklauswalter.com
photography
It offers something special that makes images appear tangible, organic, and honest. In an AI saturated age, this film is a counterpoint with an authentically imperfect human touch and I believe we need to be reminded of this more in our lives.
watches
As any chronometer aficionado will tell you, mechanical watches tend to get expensive very quickly so it's something of a rarity to see a quality dress watch for under $500 USD, or even $1,000 USD for that matter.
interviews
"I am trying to not be that shy, conservative, quiet Indian girl people want South Asian women to be. My art is my way of rebelling."
watches
It's no secret that I love the Casio F-91W for its simplicity, but the Casio AE-1200 is a worthwhile upgrade in several ways. Its packed with features you'll actually want to use, ones that will improve your life in a tangible way.
footwear
The Nike Field General seen here is in the adventurous Elemental Pink colorway, and bold colors aside, it's easily one of the best looking Nike shoes I've ever seen. This classic silhouette features timeless styling, minimalist lines, and beautiful stitching details throughout.
cinema
My Neighbor Totoro is not a story about good and evil, yet it isn't boring. Not even close. Rather, it's one of fantasy and family, with creatures and locations that are shrouded in mystery. The themes are simple for young children to be captivated but also layered enough that adults will enjoy it.
cinema
What makes Lost in Translation truly special is how it captures the beautiful sadness of making a fleeting connection in life. It plays in the realm of moral ambiguity, and it's within this structure that the film elegantly combines elements of romance and comedy.
cinema
Due to its poor marketing, you'd be forgiven for dismissing Children of Men upon its initial release in 2006, but don't pass it up now. It is an incredible film that has stood the test of time. Not just for it's captivating story, but for its relevant social commentary.
footwear
Whereas other popular sneakers' claim to fame is their highly technical and sometimes flashy design, the Nike Air Force 1 ’07 has an understated monochromatic philosophy that perfectly suits the aesthetically inclined. It's quite simply the most minimalist basketball sneaker ever.
photography
It's a frustrating experience in that regard, as I was only able to achieve perfect exposure with a handful of images out of the two rolls I shot. When both the blacks are crushed and the highlights are missing detail, sadly everything just looks a little bit wrong.
footwear
Rihanna has pushed the modern day Avanti even further with her own signature details that have transformed the sneaker into something akin to a Formula One racing car. That's all well and good, but is the hype surrounding the Fenty x Puma Avanti L sneaker actually justified?
footwear
It may be considered retro today, but the New Balance 530 has long surpassed being pigeon-holed exclusively as an ironic dad shoe. Thanks in part to discerning fashion bloggers around the world, it is now a legitimate style choice with the added benefit of maximum comfort in a featherlight package.