Photography Is Dead. So What Now?

Photography as I knew it is dead, although I don’t think AI killed it. The slop was here long before AI arrived, and after years of retouching the character out of my clients’ faces, a master’s thesis on AI and beauty standards and a burnout I didn’t see coming, I put my camera down for the whole of 2026. This is my reintroduction, and the story of where this channel is heading next. Learn to use AI properly with me at Tomorrow Lab: https://tomorrowlab.com.au Instagram:   / carlzjsoda   ------------------------------------------------------------------------- 💬 CONNECT WITH ME • Website & Contact: https://www.carlzjsoda.com • Twitter/X: https://x.com/carlzjsoda • Instagram:   / carlzjsoda   • Facebook:   / carlzjsoda   ------------------------------------------------------------------------- ABOUT THE CHANNEL Welcome to Chicken in the Noodle Aisle. I’m Carly Söderström, and this channel is dedicated to cultural commentary, digital culture, and critical thinking. From media criticism and philosophy to deep dives into how artificial intelligence is shaping our world, we explore the intersections of technology, consumerism, and modern life. If you love video essays that challenge the status quo, make sure to subscribe! #CulturalCommentary #VideoEssay #DigitalCulture #CriticalThinking