AP Photo Editor, Who Made Important Decision to Run ‘Napalm Girl’, Dies
Hal Buell, who led The Associated Press’ (AP) photo operations and made the pivotal decision to run Nick Ut's Napalm Girl, has died. [Read More] petapixel.com »
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Hal Buell, who led The Associated Press’ (AP) photo operations and made the pivotal decision to run Nick Ut's Napalm Girl, has died. [Read More] petapixel.com »
Some of us reading this site are millennials, Gen X, and older. So the chances are then that you've got a Flickr account. Every now and again, I go through mine and peruse the images that I've posted in the past. thephoblographer.com »
Fact: There isn't a single career-long photographer that has successfully made a living yet off of social media. Those who started in it have more or less faded away. We don't hear all that much about Peter Hurley, Jasmine Star, Lisa Bettany, or Chase Jarvis anymore -- do we? Most of these people haven't had major print sales that you'd see in exhibits, galleries, or even museums. thephoblographer.com »
The ability to capture stunning aerial footage has been made possible by drones, which have gained popularity over the past decade. I remember flying some of the earliest commercial drones and the emphasis was on the flight time and features but not image quality. petapixel.com »
A chance visit to a digital exhibition led Christophe Hetzmannseder to create an eye-catching image as he walked by an exhibit. And while the photograph at the time was nothing more than a passing thought, the message behind it should be anything but that. thephoblographer.com »
Over the years, we've done several tutorials on demystifying the histogram. And indeed, I'll give it its merits and value. The histogram is a very important part of photography that's sometimes more accurate than the exposure preview setting. thephoblographer.com »
Customers form an impression of how you did before you even deliver a single photo. While we all hope our photography is one of a kind, it is either enhanced by a positive client experience or harmed by a bad one. petapixel.com »
The sad truth is that peel-apart film has been gone for many years now. In its final, last years, it didn't get enough love. For decades, it was used primarily as a way to get a preview of what you were shooting on medium format cameras. thephoblographer.com »
Tamea Burd is a photographer based in Vancouver, who offers an interesting mix of portraiture and therapy in his wellness sessions. thephoblographer.com »
"We photographers can continuously encourage people to be themselves," says NY-based photographer Kreshonna Keane about the impact we can have on those around us. Focusing on the struggles of the BIPOC community, she looks for stories that have a visual impact on the viewer. thephoblographer.com »
Back in 2020, we reviewed the Olympus EM1 Mk III and awarded it four out of five stars. Since then, it’s received a few firmware updates, so we’ve updated the review of the camera. It has since been succeeded by the OM System OM1, which we really love. While it’s it’s not great at everything, thephoblographer.com »
No, don't sit there and just click past this blog post. Stop and listen. We need to talk to you about Latin American photographers and representation as the camera companies look at those as a potentially huge market. thephoblographer.com »
We're sold software on the basis that what we can't get right in-camera, we can fix and improve after the event. Even with all the fancy algorithms that are available to us, the single best thing you go do to your image is a simple crop. [Read More] petapixel.com »
"It's better to be safe than sorry," says commercial photographer Sandeep MV about whether masks are still something we need to wear in public. And rightly so given the rising cases worldwide and especially in the USA and India. thephoblographer.com »
Many subtle details come into play when creating the overall mood of an image. Styling, posting, emoting, light, and choice of camera all take on a pivotal role in determining if an image is sensual vs sexual. thephoblographer.com »
In recent years, some lens designers have updated their lenses with new lens coatings. For instance, Pentax's newest limited lenses feature an existing optical design with only a few improvements, including a better lens coating. [Read More] petapixel.com »
"We are all born storytellers whether we actively recognize it or not," says Kenyan photographer Barbara Minishi about the innate capabilities of all of us. A regional Fujifilm Grant winner for her colorful environmental portrait series, she tells us why her camera is her most trusted companion. thephoblographer.com »
What are the most important features you look for when buying a flash? Many photographers consider the amount of power a unit has to be the most important, but there are a few other specifications that are just as important, including flash duration. petapixel.com »
Photo editing goes hand in hand with making photographs. Some photographers enjoy the process, while others loathe it. Either way, it's a common part of a photographer's practice and something that helps give your photographs more punch. thephoblographer.com »
Pictures make the past seem more accessible, giving concrete shape to a world that sometimes seems intangible. The post 50 Important Historical Photos That Might Change Your Perspective On Things (New Pics) first appeared on Bored Panda. boredpanda.com »
"My current number one topic in photography is intimacy," says Ada Maria Jakimiuk, who is based out of Poland. She found her way back to analog photography after dipping her feet into professional digital photography for a while. thephoblographer.com »
Community is important. There's the photography community, and then there are countless others too. Some photographers like to travel far and wide to focus their lens on different communities from around the world. thephoblographer.com »
Never forget, the most important gear in your possession isn't your camera, lens, tripod, or the editing software on your computer... It's your Eye, Heart, and Soul. The post Your Most Important Gear: Your Eye, Heart, and Soul appeared first on 500px. iso.500px.com »
I began working on a long-term project on child sexual abuse after receiving a three-day assignment from Marie Claire magazine USA to work with the Police Child Protection Unit in South Africa documenting infant rape. petapixel.com »
Hello. My name is Lara Santaella, and I’m a clinically depressed 39 years old trans woman. I don’t know if you’ve heard of something called shutter therapy. Still, one of the main reasons I got into photography, six years ago —five, if we don’t count the pandemic— was to make me remember there were beautiful things and beautiful people out there in the world to live for. thephoblographer.com »
Over the past 12 months, The Phoblographer has worked closely with photographers that are doing extremely important work. From climate change to terrible injustice, we’ve shared the stories of nine photographers from across the world. thephoblographer.com »
When it comes to landscape photography, what’s most important: light or composition? This question has been making the rounds in some online communities recently, so Australian photographer Andrew Marr decided to tackle the subject and share his take on how to best balance these two key elements. petapixel.com »
Fujifilm has just released a major firmware update for the X-T3 that claims to improve autofocus tracking in several important ways, including better Eye AF, better Face Detection, and better recognition of foreground objects. petapixel.com »
Pentax week continues! In this video, Chris takes us for a ride on the wayback machine to look at the most important Pentax cameras in history. Have your own favorite Pentax model? Tell us in the comments. dpreview.com »
Focus on what’s important… pun intended. I’m not referring to lens focus or how to get sharp images. If that’s your main concern right now, just Google tutorials on autofocus, zone focusing or micro-adjustments. petapixel.com »
“I don’t know how your mind changes after being raped,” says Annie Flanagan when asked about the mental impact of their college rape. They continue, “that’s fucking impossible for me to pinpoint and not so simple for words. thephoblographer.com »
Debating which camera brand is best is a sure way to create a lively discussion among photographers. It’s easy to endlessly discuss specs and online reviews and to think that the latest model will give us some missing edge. petapixel.com »
Photography has been probably the best medium to make sex so consumable--just think about it. Most of the content we see online and on print has been sexualized in one way or another. I don't have a problem with this but I think it's important to draw a line as photographers and artists and choose which side we want to stand at when creating work. thephoblographer.com »
Here’s an inspiring 16-minute video by Lisbon, Portugal-based landscape photographer Andy Mumford, who shares the 7 most important lessons he has learned over the years. “There are certain tips and pieces of advice that I find myself giving more than anything else during workshops or in response to email inquiries, and in this video I’ve […] petapixel.com »
Last year I had the idea to do a post-wedding photoshoot with my cat Arthur to have some memories of this important day with him. And I did the same for a couple of friends after their wedding day. I posted the lovely result on Bored Panda. boredpanda.com »
There is something all-newcomer photographers tend to do: they either dream of camera gear or buy a lot of it. When I started in photography I went through the same thing. I thought that I needed all the lenses that my idols used. petapixel.com »
Attending a photography tour is a great way to develop your photography by learning from a professional photographer in a destination you’ve dreamed of visiting. Not only that, it’s also a great opportunity to connect with other like-minded people and perhaps even make friends for life. But in order for it to be a positive […] petapixel.com »
On our minds this week: chilling Friday the 13th collections, photoshoot ideas, and how day jobs benefit artists. iso.500px.com »
In the headlines this week: Sony’s A7 III, a review of the Google Clips, the dog photographer, and conceptual images in Iceland. iso.500px.com »
In the headlines this week: shooting in ugly locations, winter-warming neon light, and the Our Vision Project. iso.500px.com »
This ongoing portrait series of immigrants (non models) restages and signifies the importance of African settlers in Europe throughout history and present day. The series was inspired by the experiences of my Zimbabwean husband who moved to Europe nine years ago. boredpanda.com »
Topics on our minds this week: new sexual assault allegations against Terry Richardson, shooting medium format and wrapping an empowering series. iso.500px.com »
With smartphones, image processing is as important—if not more important—than the camera hardware components themselves, which is why the chipset is a crucial element in the imaging pipeline. dpreview.com »
In the headlines this week: sexism in the industry, growing your photography network and brand ambassadors. The post Very Important Photography Topics, Dec. 1 appeared first on 500px Blog. iso.500px.com »
Photography topics in the headlines this week: renting high-end photography gear, shooting a meteor shower and nature-saving art. The post Very Important Photography Topics: Nov. 17 appeared first on 500px Blog. iso.500px.com »
Photography topics in the headlines this week: Canon vs. Nikon, shining an (ultraviolet) light on nature, and why photographers should pose for photos. The post Very Important Photography Topics: Nov. 10 appeared first on 500px Blog. iso.500px.com »
Photography topics worth discussing this week: taking a stand on free shoots, an iconic photo story, and AI tackling low-res images. The post Very Important Photography Topics: Nov. 3 appeared first on 500px Blog. iso.500px.com »
Photography topics worth discussing this week: Terry Richardson's brand exile, creating a Halloween still life, and why we photograph. The post Very Important Photography Topics: October 27 appeared first on 500px Blog. iso.500px.com »
One thing I’ve realized over the past few years as a professional wedding photographer is there are not many people, guides, or information out there on how you should approach a career as a pro wedding photographer. petapixel.com »
Over a week ago Imaging Resources interview with Sony created quite a buzz on the web because there was a possible interpretation leading to assume that Sony would not sell their best sensors to other manufacturers. sonyalpharumors.com »