When to Break Macro Photo Rules for Creativity
Plus: Iconic "Napalm Girl" Attribution Suspended & More
Karlo de Leon
July 04, 2025
"Beauty can be seen in all things; seeing and composing the beauty is what separates the snapshot from the photograph." — Matt Hardy
Greetings Photographers,
Photography's ever-evolving landscape challenges us to explore new perspectives, whether capturing the intimacy of rural life or questioning the narratives behind iconic images.
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"Fine art photography is not about what is in front of the camera. It’s about what the photographer does..." — Paul Strand
Monday: Explore the masterful use of color in iconic photography.
– Jeff