Every Picture is a Compromise

A Series About Keepers, Also-rans, and Learning from

By Brooks Jensen

Every photograph is a compromise. This is a fundamental truth that all photographers must come to terms with. No matter how carefully we plan our shots, there will always be something that we wish we could have done differently. Maybe the light wasn't quite right, or the composition wasn't perfect, or the subject moved at the wrong moment.

The key is to learn from our mistakes and to use them to improve our photography. By studying our also-rans, we can identify the areas where we need to improve. And by understanding the compromises that we made, we can make better decisions in the future.

This series of articles will explore the concept of compromise in photography. We will look at examples of both good and bad compromises, and we will discuss how to make the best of the situations that we are dealt.

Conclusion

Every picture is a compromise, but that doesn't mean that we should settle for mediocrity. By understanding the compromises that we are making, we can make better decisions and create stronger images.

So don't be afraid to experiment and to take risks. The worst that can happen is that you will learn something new.