Instagram is No Longer a Photography Social Network
Category: Technology › Platforms
Goodbye to the Instagram I loved. I explain why Instagram is no longer a photography social network, how the Instagram algorithm now favors reels, stories and IGTV, and the real choices for photographers: post stills for fun, embrace multimedia to grow organically, or pay to play. Tips for iPhone video included.
Rolly's Take
If you’ve felt the bittersweet shift in Instagram’s landscape, you’re likely the kind of person who once reveled in the joy of sharing a perfectly framed shot, connecting with fellow photographers over the nuances of light and composition. This blog speaks to a community grappling with the loss of a cherished space where stillness once thrived, now replaced by a frenetic push towards reels and multimedia. It explores the delicate tension between nostalgia and adaptation, offering reflections that resonate deeply for those who are either reluctant to evolve or eager to embrace the new rules of engagement. Here, you’ll find a thoughtful examination of creativity’s place in a rapidly changing digital world — a call to redefine what success looks like in your craft.