Making, Not Taking: Why Intent Is the Difference Between Photos and a Body of Work nsel Adams’ “making, not taking” idea changed how I evaluate my photography. Intent turns a shoot into a repeatable process—one you can review, improve, and trust to build a consistent body of work.

Making” vs “taking” photos is an Ansel Adams lesson that won’t leave me alone: no intent = no repeatable process = no real improvement. This post is my line in the sand.

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