Photography, like any other visual art form, showcases the beauty and terror of the world. Photographs hold the power to narrate a story, change the perceptions of the masses, and help transform society in the long run.
While we immortalize special moments in history and our personal lives, there is still a darker narrative in the medium that no one talks about: personal struggles and dealing with failure. . thephoblographer.com
One of the best things about photography is it is an art form that is currently easily accessible to practically everyone. From creatives shooting on analog systems with film to professionals with the latest and most powerful DSLR and mirrorless systems to influencers working with a smartphone. petapixel.com »
2022-07-16 17:44
Audience: a broad term, of course. Evokes all kinds of responses. Since this is a photoblog I am referencing the audience that sees our work. In this very odd and terrible of times, I find that having no audience for my photographs is very difficult. petapixel.com »
2020-10-24 20:19
In photography, ISO (formerly ASA) refers to the sensitivity of your film or your digital camera’s ability to capture light. The post What is ISO (and how to use it) in photography appeared first on 500px. iso.500px.com »
2020-04-28 16:00
"I think what makes good art is to engage people and not dictate to people what to feel," says Mark De Paola. He's a multi-disciplined creative, working across many industries, inducing television, art, and photography. thephoblographer.com »
2020-04-28 07:00
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 »
2020-02-03 23:06
There are rules you must follow to license your street photos for commercial use. Here are our top nine tips for creating urban images that sell. The post What you need to know when Licensing urban photography appeared first on 500px. iso.500px.com »
2020-01-06 15:30
If you haven’t heard of personal branding photography, you’re not the only one. It’s a small but growing sub-genre of commercial photography that has been gaining popularity among female entrepreneurs and small-business owners. petapixel.com »
2019-12-19 22:05
After I saw an ad on Facebook about an upcoming Best Buy photography workshop, I got the idea to attend it, and I thought other photographers would be interested in the experience, too. I signed up, paid the $50 to attend the workshop, and got an email confirming my registration. My Background I have shot […] petapixel.com »
2019-02-04 18:55
Photographs are as much about what is not included as the subjects in the frame. Being aware of the things I avoid is as helpful to me as the things I gravitate towards when it comes to composing an image. petapixel.com »
2019-01-28 21:52
I’ve always had a fascination with geometry and man-made structures, their perfection has a strong attraction on me. It took me time to realize that what I appreciated most wasn’t necessarily their symmetry or the simple repetition of shapes but the parallelism between the various elements of the construction of an image. To better understand […] petapixel.com »
2019-01-10 20:27
It has been bugging me for a while now: there is just something that is missing from photography. From my personal work to the majority of photographers out there. I’m talking about the photos on your feeds, be it personal to commercial. petapixel.com »
2018-08-07 17:05
Figuring out how much to charge clients is a struggle shared by many photographers, particularly if you’re trying live off the fruits of your craft. In this 30-minute episode of their Picture This Podcast, photographers Tony and Chelsea Northrup spend half an hour discussing this topic and sharing advice. “It’s REALLY hard to decide what […] petapixel.com »
2018-03-22 22:27
The visual nature of the Internet makes it the ideal format for getting a photography portfolio in front of a wide audience. The problem that many photographers face, though, is finding a template that is eye-catching and easy to work with. petapixel.com »
2017-04-28 16:50
I’ve been doing this long enough that I honestly can’t remember why or how I started. I mean, I remember my origin story… but as an adult I also know that is probably a distillation and summary of what exactly went on. petapixel.com »
2016-12-05 21:52
December 3rd, 2015 was the day I bought my first camera. I carefully chose one body and one lens: a Nikon D5300 and a 50mm prime lens. Here are a few of the things I’ve learned throughout my journey: I still don’t know how to compose. My good photos are a tiny fraction of all […] petapixel.com »
2016-12-05 21:42
Photographers have been waiting for the RF successor to the beloved Canon EF 35mm F1.2 L lens. While it wasn’t what we got, the Canon RF 35mm F1.4 L VCM hopes to fill that gap with a fast wide-angle lens with low-light performance, sharp images, and weather-sealing in a first-party lens. Is this the L lens you need in your kit?
You probably won't believe me, but I fervently subscribe to the idea that I've received the most death threats of any journalist working in the photo-industry today. Anyone else that I've spoken to about this doesn't really get them.
This year marks the 100th anniversary of the Leica I, the first 35mm camera to be mass-produced by the company. As part of the massive celebration under the theme of 100 Years of Leica: Witness to a Century, the company has launched M11 in different editions, as well as organized several events to mark this significant milestone.
There are days when I can't help but wonder about the life of my photos centuries down the line. What will happen to those photographs if they manage to survive. Will they be adored by my great-grandchildren, or will they be tucked away in whatever cloud storage device they have in store? But as I pondered over the future, another question popped up in my head: the now.
Every year during Black History Month, we celebrate the exceptional works of Black photographers across various genres. Despite facing numerous challenges, these talented artists have worked tirelessly to achieve success in their careers.
Some photographs are so distinct that they force you to look at them several times before you finally begin to grasp what's happening. Cuban-American photographer Abelardo Morell's work, which will be exhibited at the Clark Art Institute, is an example of that.