What Makes a Photograph Timeless in a Fast-Moving Visual World

jhonnmick

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In a world flooded with daily content, trends, and social media filters—what is it that makes certain photographs timeless?

I’m not just talking about technical perfection. Some images resonate across generations even when shot with basic gear or in imperfect conditions. Is it composition? Emotional depth? Context? Light? Or something harder to definelike mystery or truth?

I’d love to hear from those of you who’ve spent time thinking about this:

  1. Can you share one photo (your own or someone else’s) you consider timeless—and explain why?
  2. Do you aim for timelessness in your own work, or is it something that happens unintentionally?
  3. How has your pursuit of excellence changed what you value in a photograph over the years?

Looking forward to hearing your thoughts. Let’s get deep with this one.
 
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