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When Does a Photograph Become a Project?

Understanding when to push further with a story

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Gajan Balan
Mar 04, 2026
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For me, photography follows one of three paths. It could be a professional assignment for a client, a simple exercise where the results are secondary to the practice, or perhaps most interestingly, it can be the foundation for a long-term project. This week, I want to share some insights on the latter.

I have at least twelve photography projects I plan t…

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