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A Commercial Photographer’s Take on When to Use AI (and When Not To)

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Last year, a client came to me with a straightforward brief: they needed a full lookbook for their new clothing line. But there was a catch. “We don’t want a shoot,” they said. “Just take our phone photos and make them look professional with AI.” I could have said no. Instead, I said yes -- and it changed how I think about my entire career. [ Read More ] from PetaPixel

You Need This Basic Knowledge Even for Casual Video

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Even if we are only shooting video occasionally, we need some information and one accessory that makes an enormous difference. [ Read More ] from PetaPixel

Photographing Hokkaido: The Japan North of Tokyo That Most People Never See

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In March, Jaron Schneider and I traveled to Japan for press coverage at the CP+ photo and imaging show in Yokohama. After four days covering the show, we had a decision to make: go home, or continue the trip and head somewhere else. So, we decided to go north. [ Read More ] from PetaPixel

Photographer Spends Night on Freezing Mountain to Capture Rare Triple Galaxy Arch

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Few people get to see the full splendor of the Milky Way Galaxy arch -- even fewer get to see the summer and winter arms in the same night. [ Read More ] from PetaPixel

Brightin Star Launches Ultra-Thin UV Filters

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Lens maker Brightin Star has announced a new Aero UV Filter lineup, a series of ultra-thin UV protection filters designed to deliver minimal optical impact while offering everyday lens protection for photographers and filmmakers. [ Read More ] from PetaPixel

Extremely Rare Signed Photos of Abraham Lincoln and His Assassin John Wilkes Booth Sell at Auction

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An extremely rare collection of signed photographs of American historical figures including President Abraham Lincoln and even his assassin John Wilkes Booth were sold at auction for over $100,000 each. [ Read More ] from PetaPixel