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Six principles to achieve creative growth and shape your photography journey! With @watchluke / “For me, growth as a creative hasn’t come from following a set of rules, it’s come from getting out there, making mistakes, and letting the world shape how I see. Here are six lessons that have shaped my journey so far:
1) Experimentation is the path to knowledge
I’ve always been energetic—and early on, that showed in my photography. I filled every image with bold colors. But everything changed during my first trip to Iceland.
Its beautiful landscapes didn’t suit my loud editing style. I felt drawn to something quieter, more atmospheric. That shift sparked a new chapter—one focused on mood and experimentation.
2) Creative evolution comes with environment and experience
Iceland opened my eyes. My old saturated edits no longer felt right—the landscape’s quiet beauty called for restraint. It made me slow down and truly listen. Since then, every place I visit teaches me something new.
3) Learning without formal education is valid and powerful
I never studied photography formally—I just grabbed my camera and learned on the road. YouTube and creative friends were my teachers. I spent hours editing, experimenting, failing, and figuring things out as I went. It wasn’t structured, but it worked.
4) Style takes time—and phases are part of the journey
I’ve gone through many phases. Some came and went quickly, others lasted longer, but each taught me something. Style isn’t a straight path—it’s full of twists. That’s what makes it fun!
5) Editing is about enhancing what’s already there, not fabricating it
Now, I focus more on mood than color—enhancing what’s already there with tools like vignettes, dodge and burn, and a bit of cleanup in Photoshop. It’s less about flash and more about intention.
6) Creative self-doubt is universal—but the process is key
Some people never feel happy with what they make. But the important thing is enjoying the process. If you love the journey, the content will always speak for itself.”
@nomadict: You can read the original article with @watchluke by visiting the link in our bio!