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LETICIA VALDEZ FOTOGRAFIA
Portraiture
About
Historical Techniques
Halcyon
Nudi
The Model Edit
Self Portraiture
Be Still
Exhibitions
Contact
Insights
Shop + Learn
Portraiture
About
Historical Techniques
Halcyon
Nudi
The Model Edit
Self Portraiture
Be Still
Exhibitions
Contact
Insights
Shop + Learn
WHY NOT? BREAKING THE RULES: THE BEAUTY OF IMPERFECTION IN STILL LIFE PHOTOGRAPHY
LETICIA VALDEZ 9/2/25 LETICIA VALDEZ 9/2/25

WHY NOT? BREAKING THE RULES: THE BEAUTY OF IMPERFECTION IN STILL LIFE PHOTOGRAPHY

Not every image needs to be polished and perfect. Sometimes the strongest work comes from breaking the rules.

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MIND THE LIMBS: A SIMPLE GUIDE FOR BEGINNER PORTRAIT PHOTOGRAPHERS
LETICIA VALDEZ 8/7/25 LETICIA VALDEZ 8/7/25

MIND THE LIMBS: A SIMPLE GUIDE FOR BEGINNER PORTRAIT PHOTOGRAPHERS

Great portraits aren’t just about faces—where the arms, hands, and legs fall matters just as much.

model: Amanda

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FASHION PHOTOGRAPHY BRIEFS: WHAT THEY ARE AND WHY THEY MATTER
LETICIA VALDEZ 7/29/25 LETICIA VALDEZ 7/29/25

FASHION PHOTOGRAPHY BRIEFS: WHAT THEY ARE AND WHY THEY MATTER

A shared roadmap—something to keep your team aligned, from photographer, stylist, model to makeup artist.

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FISHEYE LENS EXPLAINED: WHAT IT IS AND WHEN TO USE IT IN PHOTOGRAPHY
LETICIA VALDEZ 7/24/25 LETICIA VALDEZ 7/24/25

FISHEYE LENS EXPLAINED: WHAT IT IS AND WHEN TO USE IT IN PHOTOGRAPHY

An ultra-wide-angle lens that creates bold, curved distortion—perfect for creative photography with a unique perspective.

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THE IMPORTANCE OF USING A CAMERA STRAP FOR SECURITY AND COMFORT
LETICIA VALDEZ 7/21/25 LETICIA VALDEZ 7/21/25

THE IMPORTANCE OF USING A CAMERA STRAP FOR SECURITY AND COMFORT

Why Use a Camera Strap: A Simple Guide.

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FULL-FRAME VS. APS-C CAMERA: PROS AND CONS EXPLAINED
LETICIA VALDEZ 7/17/25 LETICIA VALDEZ 7/17/25

FULL-FRAME VS. APS-C CAMERA: PROS AND CONS EXPLAINED

Full-Frame vs APS-C: Pros, Cons, and How to Choose the Right Camera for You.

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WHITE BALANCE PRESETS: GET BETTER COLOR IN-CAMERA
LETICIA VALDEZ 7/15/25 LETICIA VALDEZ 7/15/25

WHITE BALANCE PRESETS: GET BETTER COLOR IN-CAMERA

Get better color straight out of camera using the proper white balance presets in your camera—simple tips for accurate results in any light.

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WHAT IS A DIPTYCH? A SIMPLE GUIDE TO IMAGE PAIRING IN PHOTOGRAPHY
LETICIA VALDEZ 7/10/25 LETICIA VALDEZ 7/10/25

WHAT IS A DIPTYCH? A SIMPLE GUIDE TO IMAGE PAIRING IN PHOTOGRAPHY

Create diptychs in photography—a creative exercise working with images to explore mood, contrast, and visual storytelling.

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TIP OF THE DAY — CROP IN CAMERA!
LETICIA VALDEZ 7/9/25 LETICIA VALDEZ 7/9/25

TIP OF THE DAY — CROP IN CAMERA!

Crop in camera for stronger compositions, less editing, and more intentional photos.

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INSPIRATION IN NYC: CONSTELLATION BY PHOTOGRAPHER DIANE ARBUS
LETICIA VALDEZ 7/8/25 LETICIA VALDEZ 7/8/25

INSPIRATION IN NYC: CONSTELLATION BY PHOTOGRAPHER DIANE ARBUS

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TIP OF THE DAY — SHOOT SLOWLY: LET THE MOMENT REVEAL ITSELF
LETICIA VALDEZ 7/2/25 LETICIA VALDEZ 7/2/25

TIP OF THE DAY — SHOOT SLOWLY: LET THE MOMENT REVEAL ITSELF

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WHEN STILLNESS SPEAKS: FINDING CLARITY IN QUIET MOMENTS
LETICIA VALDEZ 7/1/25 LETICIA VALDEZ 7/1/25

WHEN STILLNESS SPEAKS: FINDING CLARITY IN QUIET MOMENTS

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FOR THOSE CRAVING SPACE TO CREATE — THIS IS YOUR CHANCE
LETICIA VALDEZ 6/27/25 LETICIA VALDEZ 6/27/25

FOR THOSE CRAVING SPACE TO CREATE — THIS IS YOUR CHANCE

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TIP OF THE DAY — OUTDOOR PORTRAITS: USE THE SHADE WB PRESET FOR BETTER SKIN TONES
LETICIA VALDEZ 6/20/25 LETICIA VALDEZ 6/20/25

TIP OF THE DAY — OUTDOOR PORTRAITS: USE THE SHADE WB PRESET FOR BETTER SKIN TONES

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PHOTOVILLE NYC 2025 — A MUST-SEE OUTDOOR PHOTOGRAPHY FESTIVAL
LETICIA VALDEZ 6/5/25 LETICIA VALDEZ 6/5/25

PHOTOVILLE NYC 2025 — A MUST-SEE OUTDOOR PHOTOGRAPHY FESTIVAL

Experience Photoville NYC 2025—an inspiring outdoor photography festival across NYC. Free exhibits, workshops, and more.

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CULLING IN PHOTOGRAPHY: A BEGINNER’S GUIDE TO CHOOSING YOUR BEST IMAGES
LETICIA VALDEZ 6/5/25 LETICIA VALDEZ 6/5/25

CULLING IN PHOTOGRAPHY: A BEGINNER’S GUIDE TO CHOOSING YOUR BEST IMAGES

Learn what culling in photography means and how to choose your best images quickly and efficiently.

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TIP OF THE WEEK — WHY CLEANING YOUR CAMERA LENS MATTERS MORE THAN YOU THINK
LETICIA VALDEZ 5/13/25 LETICIA VALDEZ 5/13/25

TIP OF THE WEEK — WHY CLEANING YOUR CAMERA LENS MATTERS MORE THAN YOU THINK

Clean Your Lens (Seriously)

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A ROOFLINE, A BIRD, AND THE SPACE BETWEEN
LETICIA VALDEZ 5/7/25 LETICIA VALDEZ 5/7/25

A ROOFLINE, A BIRD, AND THE SPACE BETWEEN

A quiet photo journal exploring two simple compositions—a roofline and a bird in flight—and the quiet presence they leave behind.

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WORK WITH ME
LETICIA VALDEZ 5/1/25 LETICIA VALDEZ 5/1/25

WORK WITH ME

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THE QUIET POWER OF STILLNESS: A PAINTERLY PORTRAIT STUDY
LETICIA VALDEZ 4/30/25 LETICIA VALDEZ 4/30/25

THE QUIET POWER OF STILLNESS: A PAINTERLY PORTRAIT STUDY

A painterly portrait series embracing quiet strength and subtle beauty. Soft tones, delicate expression, and sculptural light define this visual study in stillness.

Model: Breanna J.

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