Yun-Yun: Wait a minute, is Bagatellography art photograpy?
Zoltan: Ehhhm. It’s more complicated. There is photography as art, art photography, and fine art photography.
Yun-Yun: What do you mean? What is the difference?
Zoltan: Let’s look at Photography as Art. For some, the appeal is in the challenge itself. They seek the perfect image, a high-quality capture. They work carefully with light, composition, and processing. The drive for technical excellence motivates them and they are focused on details. Then there are others. They see the flaws in the process and embrace them. For them, photography is a tool for exploration. They break the rules, try new techniques, and use unconventional gear. They welcome the unpredictability as part of the journey. These two ways—chasing perfection and seeking expression—show the richness of photography. It holds space for precision and experimentation. Photographers can share their vision and create diverse works. Whether they chase mastery or exploration, they find freedom in the endless possibilities of what photography offers.