Style in photography goes beyond repeating frames or using filters. It’s not about sticking to specific subjects but expressing deeper qualities like humor, sensitivity, or melancholy. Style evolves with artistic growth and personal experiences. True style reflects authentic emotions and personal vision, not just imitation or popularity. Be genuine and embrace the joy of photography.

In today's world of constant information overload and instant access to everything, staying focused on our true photographic vision is increasingly challenging. A photographic detox helps us break free from these external influences, allowing us to reconnect with the original joy and purpose behind our photography. By stepping back and reflecting on what truly matters, we can rediscover our unique creative voice. Stay tuned for my post this Friday, where I’ll share practical steps to guide you through this essential process.

James Nachtwey and Sebastião Salgado, distinguished humanist photographers, reveal suffering and injustice through the universal language of photography. Nachtwey documents brutal conflicts, evoking empathy and reflection, while Salgado depicts harsh living conditions with dignity and beauty. Both demonstrate that images have the power to change the world. Discover how their work inspires action and reflection...

Obsession, often seen as negative, can lead to great achievements when directed positively. Icons like Albert Einstein, Michael Jordan, Steve Jobs channeled their obsessions into groundbreaking work. In photography, Irving Penn and Robert Mapplethorpe turned ordinary objects into iconic images, revealing hidden beauty and complex symbolism...

But is there a safer path than obsession…

The presence of a camera influences how people and animals behave, often altering their reactions. Photographers who understand this "observer effect" can manipulate sessions to capture genuine emotions or create artistic interpretations. Masters like Anton Corbijn, and Greg Williams skillfully use this to create profound and authentic images.

Diane Arbus and Bruce Gilden, through their photography, highlight the diversity of human experience. They explored complex subjects, challenging social norms and encouraging empathy. Their work emphasizes the importance of authenticity, understanding, and documenting reality. Together, we will reflect on the lessons from their work that can be applied to understanding ourselves and the world.

Meditation and photography, though seemingly different, share common ground. Meditation focuses attention on specific objects, thoughts, or breath, fostering inner peace. Similarly, photography demands full presence and awareness to capture your unique moments. Both practices help pause the rush of daily life, immersing oneself in the present moment. Together, they lead to a deeper understanding of oneself and the world, exemplifying the essence of presence photographers.

Irony hides true meaning behind words, showing a contrast between what is said and what is meant. It helps us understand human complexity, adds humor to communication, and develops critical thinking. In art, like photos by Elliott Erwitt and Martin Parr, irony questions social norms and comments on culture, making images memorable and impactful.

"Quality over quantity" appears in every field, but in photography, quantity can lead to quality. Photographers like Robert Frank, Sebastiao Salgado, and Gary Winogrand took thousands of photos, selecting only the best. Engagement and passion create iconic works that inspire and break conventions and reveal truth..

Each of us lives in a small world of familiar buildings, cars, and people, making places like Warsaw, Venice, or Los Angeles seem mundane. However, photographers like William Eggleston, Stephen Shore, and Joel Meyerowitz have shown that hidden beauty lies in everyday scenes. Discover this with me and my mini-course, “THE Walk”.

Our lives are made up of many roles, and embracing our curiosity and attentiveness helps us gain wisdom and share it with others, making us multidisciplinary humans. Gordon Parks exemplifies this by linking photography with poetry, painting, fashion, film, and prose, showing that multidimensionality enhances artistic credibility and impact.

We all know rules exist for safety and relationships, but in art, they can be broken or created anew. Photography, initially governed by rules like the rule of thirds, perspective and others offers more. Phillippe Halsman, a renowned 20th-century photographer, created inspiring rules to explore deeper truths in portraits, pushing beyond traditional boundaries.