Is Collaboration Killing Your Creative Value?

The post discusses the complex dynamics of creative collaborations in photography and cinematography, highlighting the promise versus the reality of unpaid work. While collaborations can offer opportunities for exposure and networking, they often lead to exploitation, with artists undervalued and underpaid. Genuine partnerships must be rooted in respect and fair compensation.

Democratization of Photography: A Blessing or a Curse?

Photography has transitioned from a skilled craft to an accessible art form due to smartphone technology and social media, enabling anyone to share images effortlessly. However, this democratization raises concerns about the devaluation of expertise, market saturation, and pressure for fast content. Despite these challenges, new opportunities for income and global reach have emerged, transforming the landscape for both amateurs and professionals alike.

Should You Focus on One Photography Niche?

Finding your niche in photography can be a challenging balance between specialization and exploration. While defining a niche brings clarity and focus, remaining a generalist fosters versatility and creativity. The journey involves experimentation, reflection, and understanding your purpose. Ultimately, it’s about discovering what brings you joy and fulfillment as an artist.

Eric Kim’s 100 Lessons From the Masters of Street Photography: Book Review & Notes

This book is an amazing compilation of learnings from the masters of street photography. While the book heavily relies on the quoted lines from several stalwarts of street photography, it nonetheless offers great learning as a whole when put together. From flow perspective, I found, some of the similar concepts and ideas are spread acrossContinue reading “Eric Kim’s 100 Lessons From the Masters of Street Photography: Book Review & Notes”

Street Photography Now: Book Review & Notes

Street Photography Now by Sophie Howarth and Stephen Mclaren was my second book on street photography. The book, at once, seemed too big for me to finish, but it was not at all text heavy. Firstly, it is not a book on “how to do street photography” and assumes prior knowledge of the subject. It isContinue reading “Street Photography Now: Book Review & Notes”