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What Type of Photographer Are You?

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»I don’t want anyone to appreciate the light or the palette of tones. I want my pictures to inform, to provoke discussion—and to raise money.« Sebastiao Salgado, Brazilian photographer and photojournalist

There are countless reasons to reach for a camera, and countless subjects to study and capture. The practice of photography takes time and effort; this investment directs photographers to subjects that are important to them. This means that by taking a critical eye toward your photo portfolio, you can discover what interests you, what type of photographer you are, and what your motivations are.

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