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What did Daguerre originally train as?

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Painter, Daguerre initially pursued a career in the arts before turning his attention to photography. His training in painting provided him with a deep understanding of light, shadow, and composition, which he applied to his groundbreaking work in photography. Daguerre's artistic background influenced his approach to capturing images, resulting in photographs that were not only technically proficient but also aesthetically pleasing.
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