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.
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    Why Re-Shooting the Same Scene Is the Fastest Way to Improve Your Photography
    Jan 14, 2026 Alysa Gavilan

    Re-shooting the same scene sharpens your eye for light, composition, and timing. Here’s why repetition is one of photography’s most powerful learning tools.

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    How to Train Your Eye to See Better Light for Your Photos
    Jan 14, 2026 Alysa Gavilan

    Learning to see light is a core photography skill. Here’s how to train your eye to recognize direction, quality, and timing to improve your photos naturally.

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    Fujifilm Instax mini Evo Cinema Turns Your Videos Into Instant Prints
    Jan 14, 2026 Alysa Gavilan

    Discover the Fujifilm Instax mini Evo Cinema, a hybrid instant camera that captures video and lets you print your favorite frames instantly. Explore retro-inspired effects, tactile controls, and modern connectivity.

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    Will 2026 Bring More Camera‑Phone Collaborations?
    Jan 13, 2026 Alysa Gavilan

    Smartphone cameras are improving through partnerships with traditional camera brands. In 2026, these collaborations could bring better optics, color science, and creative control to mobile photography.

    I’m Restarting My Film Photography Journey in 2026. Here’s How I’m Doing It.
    Jan 13, 2026 Alysa Gavilan

    I’m returning to film photography in 2026. From cameras and film stocks to developing and scanning, here’s my plan to slow down and shoot deliberately.

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    Can AI Adjust Your Photo Lighting? Relight Says Yes
    Jan 12, 2026 Alysa Gavilan

    See how Relight’s AI can adjust photo lighting with precision. Can it really transform your shots without a studio setup?

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    Most Rented Photography Gear of 2025: Cameras, Lenses, Drones
    Jan 12, 2026 Alysa Gavilan

    Lensrentals reveals the most rented cameras, lenses, and accessories in 2025, highlighting trends in efficiency, versatility, and popular gear choices.

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    Bangkok Temple Tensions: Tourists Blocked for Paid Photo Shoots
    Jan 9, 2026 Alysa Gavilan

    Photographers at Bangkok’s Wat Arun moved tourists aside for paid shoots, sparking outrage. Authorities call for rules and respectful behavior.

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    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.

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    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.