Hey, I’m Russell Gephart. Welcome to Through Strange Lenses, a space where I share the world as I see it—raw, unpredictable, and full of stories waiting to be told.
I don’t travel to collect passport stamps. I travel to feel the energy of a place before the city wakes up, to follow the rhythm of unfamiliar streets, to get lost and find something better than what I was looking for. The best moments aren’t planned; they happen in the gaps between expectation and reality.
This blog isn’t just about travel. It’s about perspective. It’s about noticing the details that most people walk past, about questioning the obvious, about finding poetry in chaos. Some stories are told in words, others in images, but they all share a common thread—seeing the world a little differently.
Here, you’ll find reflections from the road, thoughts on creativity and self-expression, and snapshots of life’s beautifully strange moments. No tourist checklists, no over-polished narratives—just the honest, messy, unforgettable experiences that make life interesting.
If you’ve ever felt at home in a place you’ve never been, if you thrive on curiosity and quiet observations, if you believe the best stories unfold when you’re paying attention, then you’re in the right place.
Let’s explore the world through strange lenses together.