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This illustration embodies the theoretical journey from documenting reality to creating fictional narratives through imagery, merging traditional and digital elements in photography.

From Trace-Image to Fiction-Image

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The dialogue surrounding the essence of photography has long transcended the mere act of capturing moments. Philippe Dubois, a French scholar with a notable trajectory in the realm of visual … Read more

Categories Ontology of Photography, Theory of Photography Tags Digital Photography, Image Manipulation, Photography Ethics, Punctum & Studium, Staged Photography, Visual Culture

Selling Photos Online | Monetizing Photography

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In the age of smartphones and instant gratification, the world of photography has undergone a seismic shift. Gone are the days when capturing moments required bulky cameras and rolls of … Read more

Categories Business, Monetizing Photography Tags Digital Photography, Photo Editing, Stock Photography
Architectural photography guide illustration: a photographer with a tripod shooting a busy city street

Architectural Photography Guide: Craft, History, Law

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This architectural photography guide follows three photographers who shaped the genre, explains the one optical tool every building photographer should understand, and sets out who owns the picture of a … Read more

Categories Architectural Photography, Practice of Photography Tags Analog Photography, Digital Photography, Lighting, Photo Editing, Photography Education

Make Money with Product Photography: A Comprehensive Guide

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In today’s visually driven market, product photography shines as a golden opportunity for photographers to monetize their skills. This comprehensive guide uncovers the blend of art and science behind successful … Read more

Categories Make Money With Photography, Monetizing Photography Tags Commercial Photography, Digital Photography, Lighting, Photography Education, Roland Barthes, Visual Storytelling

NFT Photography: New Hope for Photographers

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NFT Photography In 2024, NFT photography has firmly established itself as a viable way for photographers to monetize their digital work, with growing adoption across various platforms: photography and NFTs … Read more

Categories NFT Photography Tags Analog Photography, Digital Art, Digital Photography, Photography Law & Copyright

Image File Formats Best Practices: Dos and don’ts

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JPEG? RAW? TIFF? GIF? PNG? There are many image file formats when it comes to digital photography, and it’s not always easy to know how and when to use each … Read more

Categories Technology, Tips and Tutorials Tags Digital Photography, Photo Editing

Shanks and Svabo, “Mobile Media Photography” (2014): Summary

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Summary of Michael Shanks and Connie Svabo’s essay on mobile media photography (Digital Snaps, 2014): smartphones, Instagram and new modes of engagement.

Categories Papers, Technology, Theory of Photography Tags Contemporary Photography, Digital Photography, Smartphone Photography

MoMA Photography | A Snapshot of Excellence

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In the heart of the city that never sleeps, the MoMA Photography department stands as a beacon of innovation and creativity. It’s a place where moments are captured, history is … Read more

Categories Institutions Tags Contemporary Photography, Digital Photography, MoMA, Photography Education, Visual Storytelling
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