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In The Eyes Of A Jeweler
This photo captures a jeweler's intimate and wonderfully detailed moment at work.
At the Start
This photo captures the “First On The First” 5K starting moment as the runners begin their charge down the course.
Texture Brings Character: The Art of Failing
Perfection is overrated.
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Preserving the Ordinary: Photographers Documenting Public Spaces
Photography has long been celebrated as a medium that captures the extraordinary, the beautiful, and the unforgettable.
Lessons From A Black-and-White Landscape
Creating a great photograph goes beyond technical skills; it requires an understanding of composition, lighting, timing, and the ability to evoke…

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Life Is Flawed. Embrace It.
Many photojournalists are discovering an unexpected creative edge—embracing their imperfections.
Bearing Witness, Preserving Self
Photojournalism often places you in the midst of deeply impactful situations, requiring you to witness everything from conflict and disaster to intimate…
Transforming Feelings into Action
Process the Emotion
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Establishing The Look - Setting A Style
Finding Your Voice: The Power of a Distinct Photographic Style
Slow Down - Take A Moment - Pause
Pause Briefly: Creating a Moment of Calm in the Chaos
Name the Emotion
A Crucial First Step for Photojournalists
First Principles Starts With Light
Arguing From First Principles in Photography
Sometimes, Luck is Enough
This blurred photograph illustrates the interplay of luck, preparation, and an ability to recognize the extraordinary within the unexpected.
Democratization of Creativity
How the iPhone Changed Photography Forever
Frozen Moments In Family Photos
How an Old Photo Changed My View of Family
About That Photo Archive
The beauty of exploring a decades-old photo archive and finding images you don’t remember making is in the unexpected journey it offers—an intimate dive…
Is Creativity Dead? Asks The NYTimes
"As you scroll through the internet, you’ve probably noticed the same problem Kirby Ferguson has: “Everything looks the same, sounds the same, is the…
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