Is AI Killing Photography? This Might Surprise You! with RAFAL WEGIEL - Episode 264

Is AI about to make photographers obsolete? In this episode of The Camera Shake Podcast, renowned headshot photographer Rafal Wegiel joins us to unpack how artificial intelligence is shaking up the photography industry — and why the truth might not be what you expect. We explore whether tools like Photoshop’s Generative Fill and AI image generators are killing creativity or unlocking a new era for visual artists. Rafal shares his honest journey from AI skeptic to practical adopter, and how he’s integrating AI into real-world headshot photography without losing the emotional connection and authenticity that great portraiture demands. We also tackle the big questions: Is AI replacing photographers? Can an AI-generated image ever have soul? And what’s the ethical line when using AI in client work? If you're a photographer, creative, or content maker wondering where all this is headed, this is the episode for you. It’s thoughtful, bold, and — yes — it might just surprise you. 🔔 Subscribe for more episodes on photography, video, and the creative business 🎙 Support the podcast: BuyMeACoffee.com/camerashake #AIinPhotography #PhotographyDebate #CameraShakePodcast #RafalWegiel #PhotoshopAI ****************************************************************** SUPPORT THE PODCAST: www.buymeacoffee.com/camerashake ****************************************************************** JOIN THE CAMERA SHAKE COMMUNITY for the latest news and some behind the scenes insights:  www.camerashakepodcast.com ****************************************************************** Check out our sponsor: www.platypod.com ****************************************************************** THIS WEEK’S LINKS: Rafal Wegiel on the web: https://www.rafalwegiel.com/ Rafal Wegiel on Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rafalwegiel/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/RafalWegiel LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rafalwegiel/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rafalwegielphotography Shoot to the Top Podcast: https://shoottothetop.com JOIN THE CAMERA SHAKE COMMUNITY for the latest news and some behind the scenes insights:  www.camerashakepodcast.com FOLLOW US ON Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/camerashakepodcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/camerashakepodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/ShakeCamera Kersten’s website: www.kerstenluts.com Kersten on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kerstenluts/ https://www.instagram.com/threeheadsinarow/