--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: Sameness... the new ‘unique’. So…" description: "\"“Sameness... the new ‘unique’. So photographers seem to be flocking toward simple, easy to understand ‘solutions’ instead of flocking toward hard work,..." image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/873/don-giannatti-233256_personal-growth_sameness-the-new-unique-so-photographers_1296546.jpg" --- # Sameness... the new ‘unique’. So photographers seem to be… ![“Sameness... the new ‘unique’. So photographers seem to be flocking toward simple, easy to understand ‘solutions’ instead of flocking toward hard work, development of a style, or personal growth.” quote by Don Giannatti](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/873/don-giannatti-233256_personal-growth_sameness-the-new-unique-so-photographers_1296546.jpg) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/873/don-giannatti-233256_personal-growth_sameness-the-new-unique-so-photographers_1296546.jpg) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/873/don-giannatti-233256_personal-growth_sameness-the-new-unique-so-photographers_1296546.jpg) > ““Sameness... the new ‘unique’. So photographers seem to be flocking toward simple, easy to understand ‘solutions’ instead of flocking toward hard work, development of a style, or personal growth.”” Don Giannatti ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. Critiques the trend of seeking easy, generic solutions in photography, urging dedication to personal style and growth. **In simple terms:** Avoid easy shortcuts; develop your own style. Key Takeaway Invest time in personal artistic growth. Themes creativity authenticity professional development Mood thoughtful critical Type Personal growth:1 Photography:1 Sameness:0 Sameness New:0 New Unique:0 Unique Photographers:0 Photographers Flocking:0 When to use this quote - photography projects - workshops - personal portfolios Key Concepts artistic integrity skill mastery Questions to Reflect On - What can you do to cultivate a unique style? - How does personal growth affect your work? 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