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Lately I’ve noticed something on PortraitMode: fewer posts are coming in. Not a cliff, not overnight, but a steady dip in submissions. That got me thinking. Is it only on PortraitMode or are others affected by this as well? What I found surprised me. Street Photography YouTube Take Faizal Westcott,…

Here’s a quick overview of what’s been keeping us busy lately and what’s coming next for PortraitMode. A fresh look for PortraitMode We’ve been quietly working on a facelift for the website. A lot of the changes are already live – you may have noticed some things looking a little…

Today we’re announcing one of the biggest cleanup operations in PortraitMode’s history: we’ve removed 10,700 accounts from the platform.Why? To protect the community from spam, bots, and dead accounts that never added value to the ecosystem. These weren’t real street photographers. These were accounts that had: In other words: ghost…

Hey fellow street photographers! We’ve been working hard behind the scenes, and I’m happy to announce a new feature: verified users can now post street-photography-related YouTube videos on the platform. Whether you’re sharing tutorials, vlogs, or anything in between, you can now share your YouTube videos on PortraitMode. This feature…

Previously, when uploading a photo to PortraitMode, the color space was converted from whatever profile was embedded into sRGB. This process sometimes led to color shifts and less accurate representation of your photos. We’re excited to announce a major enhancement to our image handling system! Starting now, PortraitMode will no…

We have hit a milestone! That’s right, we’ve reached 10,000 users on our platform, and we couldn’t be more excited. We want to take a moment to appreciate each and every one of you who has contributed to making PortraitMode the amazing space it is. Whether you’re a seasoned street…

Greetings, PortraitMode Community, It’s time for a transparent discussion about the financial state of PortraitMode and the future direction of our beloved platform. As much as we cherish the creative haven we’ve built here, it’s no secret that sustaining it financially has been a challenge. Let’s dive into the numbers:…

It’s a subjective decision that varies from person to person, as individual tastes and preferences play a significant role in shaping the visual appeal of an image. In this blog post, we’ll explore the nuances of clarity in photo editing, considering both the benefits and pitfalls of this popular tool….

In the ever-evolving world of social media, photographers are increasingly exploring alternatives to Instagram to better showcase their work and connect with their audience. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll delve into a diverse array of platforms tailored for photographers, ensuring that your creativity shines in 2024 and beyond. Why seek…

We’ve spent the past couple of weeks focusing on improving the stability of the PortraitMode app. Version 1.9.9, now available on both Android and iOS, is the result of these efforts. It not only fixes most of the bugs we’ve encountered but also adds new features and quality-of-life improvements. Let’s…