Come across an old black-and-white photo and wonder, “When did people start taking pictures in color?” It’s something we don’t think about today, with every moment just a click away on our phones in full, vibrant color. But not too long ago, color photography didn’t even exist—it had to be invented, tested, and improved over time. This post dives into the story behind it all. We’ll look at when color photography was first introduced, how it developed, and what made it such a big deal in the world of photography. It’s a journey that spans more than a hundred years