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About Imaginated.com
Imaginated.com is an online platform providing free online photography tutorials, downloads, and paid photography courses.
About Nate Torres
Hi, my name is Nate Torres, and Iâm a professional portrait photographer, content creator, and founder of Imaginated.com. Iâve been building this photography educational website since 2021, but I have been photographing and writing for over 10 years now!
In the early days, I started writing photography articles to learn more about photography and to give myself a consistent reason to go out and take photos.
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They say that if you want to learn a new skill, writing and teaching about what youâve learned can be helpful.
I took that advice to heart, and thatâs how Imaginated was eventually born!
Now that Iâm a professional photographer, I write to share insights Iâve learned with other photographers while keeping my own photography knowledge sharp with the latest techniques and concepts.
Mission
My core mission is to break down the barriers of photography education, making it approachable and engaging for everyone. Whether youâre picking up a camera for the first time or youâre a seasoned professional, my goal is for Imaginated to be your go-to resource for clear, organized, and easy-to-follow photography learning.
When I was first learning photography 10+ years ago, photography blogs and resources existed, but the experience I had was not optimal.
I found the information was very scattered, it was written by authors who werenât particularly credible and âin the fieldâ working with clients, and oftentimes was written in a way that was way too complex for beginners.
Solution to scattered information
To solve the issue of scattered information, I am committed to organizing our categories, pages, and posts in a way to act as a streamlined educational photography resource. This organization can help photographers learn about a certain photography topic from A to Z.
Solution to credibility
To solve the issue of credibility, I only write on particular topics or concepts after Iâve had experience with them in a professional setting. I believe this firsthand experience allows me to bring a level of depth and insight to my writing that might not be available to authors who arenât actively engaged in the field.
By doing this, I can share not just theoretical knowledge, but also practical insights and nuances that arise from real-world professional photography.
Solution to complexity
To solve the issue of complexity, Iâm a strong believer in the Feynman Technique, popularized by Nobel Prize-winning physicist Richard Feynman. The Feynman Technique is based on the idea that if you canât explain something in simple terms, then you donât fully understand it yet.
With that being said, my goal with Imaginated is to be the #1 photography educational website that explains concepts in a simple yet in-depth way, understandable by beginner, amateur, and professional photographers alike.
What does "Imaginated" mean?
I chose the name âImaginated,â as a playful blend of âimage,â âimagination,â and âcreated.â
As photographers, we have the ability to capture whatâs in our minds and put it into an image, where our imagination meets the lens of reality.
The team
Currently, Imaginated is a solo-employee venture led by me, Nate Torres.
I started this website to share my love of photography while further enhancing my own knowledge. I don't plan on hiring full-time employees anytime soon, but that may change in the future!
Responsibility
Editorial integrity
At Imaginated, integrity isnât just a buzzwordâitâs my foundation. Led by my experience and expertise, I ensure that all content is personally crafted or vetted, maintaining a gold standard for photography education online. My commitment extends beyond sharing knowledge; I strive to foster an environment of trust and transparency with our audience.
Guiding principles
Every piece of content on Imaginated is a testament to my hands-on experience and passion for photography. This approach guarantees that my tutorials, guides, reviews, and stories are not only informative but also imbued with real-world insights and professional wisdom.
Ethical affiliate marketing and ad revenue
I embrace transparency in our affiliate partnerships and advertising. By rigorously reviewing products I personally use and recommend, I ensure the content remains unbiased and faithful to my mission of providing genuine value to my readers.
Environmental advocacy
My commitment extends to the world we capture through our lenses. I emphasize the importance of responsible photography practices, urging my community to photograph with a deep respect for nature and the subjects we portray.
Featured on
Imaginated has been featured on numerous photography and non-photography websites such as Adobe, Photofocus, Fstoppers, and SLRLounge to name a few!
Company updates
- July 2022 â Imaginated.com acquired PresetsGalore to further enhance the mission to be a top resource for photographers.
Connect with me
I thrive on feedback and warmly invite you to share your thoughts, ideas, and suggestions via my contact page.
Join me on this journey, where every click of the shutter not only captures a moment but also signifies a step forward in your photography adventures.
Best,
Nate Torres