Posts by Author: Alysa Gavilan

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.
    A camera capturing a close-up shot of a plate of shredded carrots and apples with a soft background.

    Food Photographer Wins Copyright Case Against Food Delivery Service
    Jan 9, 2026 Alysa Gavilan

    Shoichi Matsumoto, a Japanese food photographer, wins $8,000 in damages after Canuck Eats used his photos without permission.

    Hands holding digital camera showing LCD screen with camera settings while reviewing photos at white desk with laptop displaying wedding photos in background workspace.

    London Photographer Wins Copyright Case Against News Site, but Struggles to Collect Damages
    Jan 8, 2026 Alysa Gavilan

    London photographer Richard Southall wins a copyright lawsuit against The London Post for using his images without permission. Despite the legal victory, recovering damages remains difficult due to the site’s evasive operators.

    Samsung Google Photos AI TV

    Samsung Brings Google Photos to AI TVs for an Immersive Home Experience
    Jan 7, 2026 Alysa Gavilan

    Samsung’s 2026 AI TV lineup integrates Google Photos, letting users explore curated memories, slideshows, and AI-enhanced creative features on the big screen.

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    Singer Sues Photographer Over Vogue Photos Sold as Fine Art Prints
    Jan 7, 2026 Alysa Gavilan

    An Australian singer has sued a photographer after images taken for Vogue were allegedly sold as “fine art prints” without her permission.  Amy Louise Taylor,…

    VSCO Capture video recording iPhone

    VSCO Capture Now Lets You Record Video with Live Presets on iPhone
    Jan 6, 2026 Alysa Gavilan

    VSCO Capture’s iPhone app adds video recording with over 50 live presets and film-inspired effects, letting mobile creators capture cohesive photo and video styles.

    Person views back of DSLR camera LCD screen showing wedding couple portrait while outdoors with green blurred natural background.

    South Korea Wedding Photography Scam Ends in Prison Sentence
    Jan 6, 2026 Alysa Gavilan

    A South Korean wedding photography scam left dozens of couples without photos or refunds, resulting in a prison sentence for the operator behind the fraud.

    Zoner Studio AI photo editing

    Zoner Studio Expands Photo Editing With AI Tools Focused on Speed and Control
    Jan 5, 2026 Alysa Gavilan

    Zoner Studio’s update adds offline AI tools for faster photo selection and image resizing, prioritizing speed, realism, and workflow efficiency.

    Hand holding smartphone capturing urban street scene with neon signs and buildings at dusk, camera app interface showing video recording controls and settings.

    Instagram Head Says Cameras Are Chasing the Wrong Aesthetic
    Jan 5, 2026 Alysa Gavilan

    Instagram head Adam Mosseri argues camera makers are chasing polish while audiences value raw, imperfect images in an AI-saturated visual culture.

    Charmera

    How to Find Kodak Charmera When It’s Sold Out
    Jan 2, 2026 Alysa Gavilan

    Struggling to find Kodak’s Charmera camera? Learn where to check restocks, set alerts, explore resale options, and discover fun alternatives.

    Xiaomi Leica phone camera

    Xiaomi 17 Ultra Leica Edition Offers Large Sensors, Optical Zoom, and Versatile Shooting
    Dec 31, 2025 Alysa Gavilan

    Explore the Xiaomi 17 Ultra Leica Edition smartphone with large sensors, continuous optical zoom, and versatile shooting for mobile photographers and creators.