Thomas Colvin
 
Professional/Personal Overview
  Splitting his time between Mexico, and the Philippines, Thomas Colvin accepts free-lance assignments in Central America & Southeast Asia. He specializes in cultural history, travel, food, music and business. WEBSITE: www.words-sounds-images.com
Contact Info
  Thomas Colvin
Puerto Vallarta,  
Mexico

E-Mail: tomcolvin@gmail.com
Work Samples
 
(Vallarta Tribune, 1/28/2007)
I occasionally review new restaurants in Puerto Vallarta for the weekly English-language newspaper.
(Macao Review of Culture, 12/1/2006)
Following lectures in the Philippines, Cambodia and Macao, Colvin wrote this summary of his on-going research for the glossy Review of Culture in Macao. A full-length book is in preparation.
(not yet published, 4/25/2006)
With a background in international development and direct knowledge of the book's topic, Tom felt compelled to write this review. Because Tom is cited in the book's acknowledgments, the review may not be published. Still, he hopes....
(Philippine Graphic, 6/1/2005)
A professional musician himself, Tom works to provide the reader with new insight into the musical nuances of the musicians featured. He writes 4-5 in-depth reviews a year for magazines in the Philippines & Mexico.
(Vallarta Lifestyles, 5/1/2002)
As creator of an internet newsletter about music around Puerto Vallarta, Tom was commissioned for this overview by the resort's leading glossy magazine.
PHOTOGRAPHY  
(various)
A gallery of photographs across eight quite different categories. Colvin is an "expository" photographer, shooting to capture character and meaning.
WEBSITES  
Tom's website provides additional insight into his work as a writer, photographer and musician. Besides additional samples of his writing, one will find mp3 and video downloads of his music.
BLOG  
Tom's blog focuses on Tools & Trade Secrets for the Aspiring Writer. Featuring detailed reviews and tutorials aimed at writers, the blog is updated with new information at least once or twice a week. The blog aims to become an indispensible resource for writers who wish to increase productivity.
Work Info
 
Expertise
Book Author Entry Level
Photographer 35 Years
Writer 35 Years
Specialty
Travel 8 Years
Arts & Humanities 35 Years
Music 12 Years
Total Media Industry Experience
35 Years
Other Work History
words-sounds-images, freelance writer
Asian Development Bank, Info Office
Occidental College, Director, Info Office
Soundcept, president, AV Production Co.
Council for Advancement & Support of Education
Choate-Rosemary Hall, Director, Info Off
Summit School, teacher
Computer Skills
Word, Excel, Storyview, Front Page
Equipment
Fujitsu laptop, Canon D20 photo system, mini-disc recorder
Foreign Language Skills
Spanish, passable but not fluent
Work Permits & Visas
Mexico -- FM-3 visa
Awards
SEE LIST on website
Freelancer Availability
I freelance full-time. I am willing to travel anywhere.