Realism

Belief that the external appearance of the world can be described in detail. It is important to differentiate between realism and the term "reality," which refers to what we know or think exists (at least in accordance with our own personal experiences). People often misunderstand that photography is inherently "realistic," which means they believe that images depict "reality."


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Martin Kaninsky

Martin is the creator of About Photography Blog. With over 15 years of experience as a practicing photographer, Martin’s approach focuses on photography as an art form, emphasizing the stories behind the images rather than concentrating on gear.

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