Framing Your Path in Photography
Plus: Why Digital Shouldn't Mimic Film & More
Jeff Tan
November 20, 2025
"The urge to create, the urge to photograph, comes in part from the deep desire to live with more integrity." — Wynn Bullock
Greetings Shutterbugs,
In this issue, we explore the distinct strengths of digital and analog photography, encouraging you to embrace each for its unique storytelling potential. From capturing travel tales with your phone to honing your professional path, it's about seeing the world with clarity and purpose. Discover how versatile tools like the 24-70mm lens can enhance your creative journey.
Digital photography offers unmatched clarity and precision, but many chase the nostalgic allure of film-like effects. Embrace digital's strengths to keep your images honest and compelling, especially when the story demands authenticity over aesthetic nostalgia. TAKE A LOOK →
Every travel scene holds a story waiting for your unique perspective. Learning to see and refine details with your phone can elevate simple snapshots into truly captivating images. TAKE A LOOK →
Analog photography invites you to slow down and see the world through a lens of patience and precision. By focusing on composition and contrast, it transforms everyday scenes into timeless frames, where every shadow and highlight tells a story. TAKE A LOOK →
Starting a photography career isn't just about degrees, it's about framing your path with real-world experience and a keen eye. From capturing family portraits to assisting pros, each step sharpens your lens on what truly makes an image stand out. TAKE A LOOK →
The 24-70mm lens is a versatile workhorse, offering a seamless transition from wide-angle to short-telephoto, perfect for capturing diverse scenes without swapping lenses. Discover how its focal range and light intake can transform your composition and ease your creative flow. TAKE A LOOK →
"A photograph is neither taken nor seized by force. It offers itself up. It is the photo that takes you." — Henri Cartier-Bresson
Tomorrow: Visualizing the frame, feeling the shot, telling the story.
— Jeff
⚡ DID YOU ENJOY TODAY'S SNAP? We’re on a mission to grow the best 5-min photography newsletter. Forward this email to a friend and get them to join The Daily Snap at: https://thedailysnap.co Thanks! It helps out a tonne! ❤️