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Detaching to Connect: How the Paradox of Emotion Makes Stronger Images

Kai Hornung March 27, 2025

In this article, discover how detaching from the emotions of the moment during your photographing in the field can lead to stronger, more impactful images. Learn why letting time mature your photos — and focusing on the intrinsic story — transforms photographs into compelling art.

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In blog Tags creativity, photography, landscape photography, kai hornung, workflow, art, images
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Muses are for losers! A reflection inspired by Nick Cave

Kai Hornung February 23, 2024

An article by Nick Cave made me reflect on a different perspective about self expressive art. Instead of lamenting writer’s block or the absence of a muse, get going as an artist, because as you will read inside this blog article there is a deeper purpose behind artistic creation and its profound impact on the human experience. Discover how artists play a pivotal role in enriching lives and providing solace in times of crisis. Read about redefining the essence of creativity as a beacon of light and empathy in an ever-changing world.

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In blog Tags blog, creativity, meaning, nick cave, red hand files, self expression, photography, art, artist
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Vinyl records and landscape photography

Kai Hornung March 12, 2023

What do record player, turntables, records and music have to do with photography? A whole lot more than you might think. Renowned German landscape photographer Kai Hornung about rediscovering his love for vinyl and why it is as real as being in one of the most precious landscapes of the world. Read about his hifi-system and turntable and his favorite records, and why slowing down is a mindful win.

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In blog, gear Tags turntable, audio system, landscape photography, music, audiophile, vinyl, art, record collection, hifi, speakers, streamer, amplifier, project audio
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One of the images that somehow got lost in the select. Nevertheless one that I like and that I might have been unfair to.

One of the images that somehow got lost in the selecting process. Nevertheless one that I like and that I might have been unfair to.

Leftovers and b-sides

Kai Hornung February 14, 2021

Some images matter more than others. And only a few are picked to form a strong portfolio. But what to do with those others that do still complete an artist? It is a sort of dilemma. And it is worth thinking about because history has shown: some b-sides went on to become world class hits.

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In blog Tags blog post, kai hornung, image selection, photography, portfolio, landscape photography, art
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Instagram: blessing or curse for the serious photographer?

Kai Hornung January 23, 2018

I wrote an article for my buddy's blog at Photography by Ko about the sense or nonsense of having your photography on social media and Instagram in special. 

Just minutes after this article went online I received messages from people telling me that I hit a nerve there and expressed what many think these days. ...but read for yourself.

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Tags instagram, social media, internet, photography, art
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