From the darkroom to drones: News photographer retires after half a century bearing witness
By Sam Houghton
April 3, 2026 at 6:00 AM EDT
Over the last half of a century, newspaper photography has changed quite a bit. From developing film in dark rooms, to the evolution of digital cameras, drones and now artificial intelligence.
Barnstable photographer Steve Heaslip has been through it all. After 45 years as a photographer for the Cape Cod Times, he retired this past month.
CAI’s Sam Houghton tagged along with the photographer for one of his last photo assignments.
Barnstable photographer Steve Heaslip has been through it all. After 45 years as a photographer for the Cape Cod Times, he retired this past month.
CAI’s Sam Houghton tagged along with the photographer for one of his last photo assignments.