Fstoppers iconFstoppersSep 2, 2026

Why One Photographer Stopped Chasing the Perfect Shot After 17 Years

Most photographers plan every trip down to the parking spot, the light, and the exact viewpoint. There is another way to work, one that starts with knowing nothing about what you'll shoot when you leave the house.

Why One Photographer Stopped Chasing the Perfect Shot After 17 Years

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Most photographers plan every trip down to the parking spot, the light, and the exact viewpoint.

There is another way to work, one that starts with knowing nothing about what you'll shoot when you leave the house.

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Most photographers plan every trip down to the parking spot, the light, and the exact viewpoint. There is another way to work, one that starts with knowing nothing about what you'll shoot when you leave the house.

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