Posts by Author: Alysa Gavilan
Alysa Gavilan has spent years exploring photography through photojournalism and street scenes. She enjoys working with both film and mirrorless cameras, and her fascination with the craft has grown over the decades. Inspired by Vivian Maier, she is drawn to capturing everyday moments that often go unnoticed.
Survey Finds Young Women Are Ditching Smartphones for Cameras
Feb 17, 2026
Alysa Gavilan
A recent survey shows more young women are exploring digital, film, and instant cameras to capture creative, standout photos beyond smartphones.
Insta360 CEO Hints at Luna, a New Pocket Gimbal Camera
Feb 16, 2026
Alysa Gavilan
Insta360 CEO Liu Jingkang has hinted at a new pocket gimbal camera called Luna, suggesting a potential competitor to the DJI Osmo Pocket.
Haru Mini Retro Camera Promises What Kodak Charmera Cannot
Feb 16, 2026
Alysa Gavilan
Explore the Haru Mini Retro Camera, a pocketable 20MP digital camera with 2K video and nostalgic charm, offering features and creativity beyond the Kodak Charmera.
Photography as a Love Language: How Images Speak What Words Cannot
Feb 13, 2026
Alysa Gavilan
Discover how photography can be a love language this Valentine’s Day. Learn how capturing, sharing, and interpreting images strengthens connection, evokes emotion, and communicates care beyond words.
The Invisible AI Editor Inside Modern Smartphone Cameras
Feb 12, 2026
Alysa Gavilan
Modern smartphone cameras use AI to edit photos automatically. Here’s how invisible AI processing shapes every image you take, often without you noticing.
UNICEF Warns Of Rising Child Image Manipulation Using Deepfake
Feb 11, 2026
Alysa Gavilan
UNICEF calls AI-generated sexualized images of children deepfake abuse, highlighting 1.2 million cases across 11 countries.
Why Emotional Storytelling, Not Gear, Will Make Your Photos Stand Out in 2026
Feb 11, 2026
Alysa Gavilan
Discover why emotional storytelling, not gear, is the key to creating memorable photos in 2026. Learn how to capture impactful, resonant images even with modest equipment.
Imperfect Photos Are Trending in 2026: Why Raw Beats Perfect
Feb 10, 2026
Alysa Gavilan
Discover why imperfect, candid photography is taking over in 2026. Learn how blur, grain, and raw moments create emotional, authentic imagery.
How to Create Film-Like Digital Photos Without Losing Quality
Feb 10, 2026
Alysa Gavilan
Learn how to make your digital photos look like film with soft highlights, natural tones, and rich colors.