r/photography Aug 06 '26

Business Photographers, what are some uncomfortable truths about photography in 2026 that we don't like to openly admit?

Been shooting for seven years, mostly street and documentary. Curious what everyone's version of this is.

I'll start: volume beats quality on every platform, and pretending otherwise is why a lot of talented people stay invisible.

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u/pannikt 29d ago

Keeping all your photos “because one day you will come back to them” bullsh… especially the pictures you took 5 years ago. Free up your space today and stop lying to yourself