A Personal Blog About Making Photos
Sergei's Photo Blog covers photography from the practical side: how shots are taken, what makes them work, and what goes wrong. Posts include photo essays, technique breakdowns, and gear notes for shooters at every level.
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One Tree 365 Days What One Photo Reveals
One photographer shot the same tree every single day for 365 days. The resulting images revealed how nature transforms through seasons, weather, and light in ways our eyes often miss.
Why I Deleted 80% of My Portfolio
I deleted most of my work and finally felt proud of what remained. You'll discover how doing less led me to create better, more authentic pieces that actually mattered to clients.
What is the quiet violence of cropping
When you crop a photo, you're doing more than just cutting edges. You're making choices about what matters and what doesn't—decisions that shape how people see the world.
Why I stopped chasing sharpness and started chasing feeling
I spent years obsessing over technical perfection in my photos. Then I realized a blurry sunset that made me feel something mattered more than a flawless shot of nothing. Learn why emotion beats pr...
What print taught me that screens never could
Reading printed words changed how I learn. Books forced me to slow down and actually think about ideas instead of just scrolling past them.
What Instagram rewards but galleries actually want
Galleries crave serious art. Instagram rewards catchy posts. Learn how I'm creating work I love while building an audience that actually engages—no shortcuts needed!
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