Definition of photographernext
as in shooter
one who takes photographs we'll need to choose a photographer for the wedding

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Recent Examples of photographer Until then, check out these great images of Friday’s action from KC Star photographer Emily Curiel. Updated May 29, Kansas City Star, 29 May 2026 Extreme-photographer | E+ | Getty Images Shares of Innovent Biologics rose 10% after the company entered into a deal with pharmaceutical giant Pfizer to develop oncology medicines. Justina Lee, CNBC, 29 May 2026 Wildlife photographer Jeff McCurry, who frequently took photos of Harambe and other gorillas at that zoo, spoke with Know Your Meme about the gorilla's lasting legacy. Angela Andaloro, PEOPLE, 28 May 2026 Twenty-two club photos taken by team photographer Matthew Dingle will also be on display from June 2, 2026, through November 2027. Cbs News Atlanta Digital Team, CBS News, 28 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for photographer
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  • Yes, according to the drama's director, cinematographer and executive producer Christina Alexandra Voros.
    Emily Blackwood, PEOPLE, 5 June 2026
  • While at the premiere, Faris and Jack also posed for a sweet family photo with Faris' husband, cinematographer Michael Barrett, and his children, Dashiell Barrett and Margot Barrett.
    Edward Segarra, USA Today, 4 June 2026
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  • Many pro photogs still want a small camera for everyday carry and travel, while Gen Z and older members of Gen Alpha are ditching phones for disconnected devices.
    Jim Fisher, PC Magazine, 14 May 2026
  • With a signature bright plum lip and highlight in her hair, Williams, 61, kept her people close but didn't shy away from the camera, allowing the fashion week photogs to capture her for a solid 15 minutes before retreating to one of the presentation's regal showrooms.
    Anna Kaufman, USA Today, 15 Sep. 2025

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“Photographer.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/photographer. Accessed 12 Jun. 2026.

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