monthly inspiration | no filter

Today's monthly inspiration will be a bit different to what it usually is, but I hope that's alright. Like I mentioned on Twitter the other day, I gave up using filters on Instagram and while it's probably not that big of a deal, I've grown really fond of this sauté look and naturally, had to share it here and have a little chat!

When you scroll down my ig account you'll probably notice that I have always had this warm/beige aesthetic going on and I've been loving this palette for a good couple of years now. Normally I'd use one of my one of my 2-3 favourite filters from the app, then experimente with texture, dust effects etc. and that was pretty much it! Ngl, I got really passionate about the whole process along the way, but I think I needed a change - I wanted my photographs to have better quality and be more raw and less deliberate if that makes sense. Obviously, I'm still taking similar photos to the ones I used to, but stripping them of any additional editing really made a difference - even if I'm the only one noticing haha. I still use black and white filter for some pics, but apart from that it all comes down to exposure, contrast and adjusting highlights + ALWAYS seeking for natural light, which is my #1 tip!!

see more of my photos on @derancholie

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I also wanted to mention that I do not want this post to come off as rude or that I'm saying you shouldn't use filters if you want to have great photos! That's just what works for me at the moment and I wanted to share my thoughts! Do whatever suits you! x