The Future of Photography and NFT

The future of photography is changing. Non-traditional forms of photography are becoming more popular. The way that we interact with photos and pictures are changing.

People get into photography to store memories. Families record their favorite moments of their life and enjoy the history they made. Some take it to the next level. Enthusiasts make it their hobby. They enjoy the company of like-minded photographers and join a community.
Furthermore, hobbyists, most of the time go to the extent to enroll and take a course in photography.

Professional Photographer, on the other hand, does it for business and livelihood. They do it for newspapers, journals, and magazines. Photographers sell their work to publishers who are willing to pay for their photos.

Non-traditional forms of photography are on the rise.
These forms include taking photos to post on their blogs, street photography, and narrative storytelling.

The New Photographers

Photographers of today don't require expensive equipment or special skills to click their cameras aka cellphones. Additionally, a person does not even need others to take their selfies.

Gone are the days when we purchase expensive cameras to show off. We have lenses on backpacks with tripods and all the gadgets that go along with it. Although traditional photographers still enjoy the idea of doing it the way they used to.
Most Cellphones of today have built-in powerful digital cameras, which are always in your hands every day.

Children, students, mothers, and fathers are all in on today's cellphones aka cameras.
Most photographers of today are taking pictures and they share them hoping it will go viral.

The way that we interact with photos is changing as well. Additionally, there are more ways for people to share their photos online than ever before. Bloggers can now share their photos on social media sites, creating a virtual community for photographers who share their work online.

What makes a photo command a hefty price.

Firstly, it may well be that the Photographer is well known
Secondly, their photographs are considered a work of art and worth displaying for even your friends to envy.
Thirdly, some communities appreciate the value of these commodities.
Most importantly, some buyers are willing to go to bid for this type of asset.

Billy the Kid photo

Meanwhile, we check this photo and study.
Firstly, the photographer may not be known but I believe it is the person being photographed.
Secondly, this may be subjected to the eye of the beholder
Thirdly, some people and communities enjoy black and white photos.
Fourthly, there are buyers who will buy this photo.
Most importantly, there is a history to this photo.

Comes NFT (non-fungible token) for Photographs

The disaster girl is an excellent example.

With NFTs currently taking the digital arts including photography and collectibles world by storm.
Digital artists including Photographers are seeing new opportunities. Their lives are experiencing a dramatic change. Thanks to the new market, and new audience involved in the active community in the crypto world.

Many photographers may see NFT as new to them. Because it is.
The technology used for NFT like blockchain technology, cryptocurrency, tokens, or web 3.0 is very different for the hobbyist who only wants to take a picture.

Powered by smart contracts on the Ethereum blockchain.
NFTs are giving more power to content creators.
Photographers can convert their photos into an asset with monetary value.
Photography has a bright future.

Greetings to everyone.

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