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Why AI Isn't Replacing Photographers Anytime Soon

Why the Human Element Still Matters in Headshot Photography

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Nicholas Rhodes
May 29, 2024
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Capturing the essence: A professional photographer's touch versus AI-generated imagery. [Illustration by Nicholas Rhodes, created with ChatGPT, Midjourney and Photoshop on May 29, 2024.]

Let's face it. Technology is here to stay, and it's evolving faster than ever. At OutSnapped, we heavily embrace AI for photo and video experiences and have many innovations we stand behind. However, headshots are a different story. I recently shared more thoughts on this in an interview for PetaPixel, highlighting why professional photographers still hold the edge.

For the record, I'm not one of those people who shuns new tech just because it's new. I don’t curse at my iPhone for not being a phone booth on the sidewalk. We must adapt and use the best tools available.

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