I was at Yuk Yuk's when I met Sam Allen, a stand-up comedian hailing from Toronto. Sam's story was about the insights he had from more countries he has been to than I've had cups of coffee! As he steps onto the stage, I think, "This is gonna be good." With my camera ready, I snap away, documenting every moment of Sam's act, trying my best not to burst into laughter myself, which if I am being honest wasn't hard. It's like a comedy special through my lens, with Sam as the main act and me as the eager spectator.

Editing these photos, I realized a crucial lesson: it's not just about how funny you are, but also about your expressions and the joy you exude while performing. Each snapshot tells a story, a story without a rationale, a story where you won't be there to defend your work.

SAM ALLEN

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