

My Photography Editing Style: Keeping It Real
A Little History: Editing Isn’t New Photo editing has always been part of photography. It didn’t magically appear with digital cameras or Photoshop. As early as the 1820s, photographers were experimenting with altering images using hands-on darkroom techniques. The first known example of photo retouching is believed to be from 1846, by Calvert Richard Jones. So let’s be clear: photo editing existed long before computers did. It began in the darkroom era of the 1800s, when pho
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Jan 223 min read


Why Framing Matters in Photography
A frame isn’t just a border—it’s part of the art. The right frame enhances your photo, complements its tones, and creates harmony with the space it lives in. Whether you’re displaying your work at home or at a market, framing is the finishing touch that makes your image stand out. My Go-To Frame Styles Perfect Frame for Your Photos Over time, I’ve developed a signature style that feels true to my photography. Here’s what I use and why: Black Frames Sleek, modern, and bold—bla
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Nov 12, 20253 min read