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PRIVATEAUTO PARTNERS WITH CARLIFE TO OFFER PROFESSIONAL PHOTOGRAPHY FOR PRIVATE-PARTY VEHICLES

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Published On :: Fri, 15 Mar 2024 08:00:00 GMT

The tech platform provides automotive photo and video content on demand through a curated network of content creators.


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899 The Future of Photography Education

By tipsfromthetopfloor.com
Published On :: Sat, 27 Jun 2020 19:28:43 +0000

In this episode Chris looks at creativity, how it often depends on the right puzzle pieces to come together at the right time, and how a little bit (or a lot) of pressure can bring this all together and allow you to make it into something entirely new. Like the new interactive teaching platform that … Continue reading "899 The Future of Photography Education"

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908 AI in Photography

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Published On :: Wed, 13 Jul 2022 12:23:56 +0000

AI is going to enrich our lives and at the same time it’ll pull the rug out from under some people’s legs. Let’s explore things. Feedback? Reach Chris at voice@tfttf.com, or follow @tfttfphoto on Twitter for show announcements. Topics: [PHOTO, AI] AI in Photography : What will the AI revolution do to your photography? Will … Continue reading "908 AI in Photography"

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911 All Things Interesting In Photography

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Published On :: Wed, 03 Aug 2022 12:17:37 +0000

The James Web Telescope is arguably the best camera.. not on the planet though. Chris looks at zoomable content, at being there and how that’s different from the limited senses that we can capture with our photography. Also: another quick look at DALL-E and what it has to do with pizza. Topics: [PHOTO, SPACE] IR: … Continue reading "911 All Things Interesting In Photography"

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Photographing Fall Colors – Where is the Vividness That I Saw

By niels-henriksen.blogspot.com
Published On :: Wed, 26 Oct 2011 13:08:00 +0000


Many times I've gone out to photograph the beautiful colors that blanket the trees in Fall. My mind and inner vision is completely lit up with these glowing embers that dance in the wind on the trees. At this moment and place nothing seems more wondrous and somehow these colors seems to permeate deep into my collective thoughts where vivid memories live.

You may wonder why the need for all these flowery thoughts. Its because  when I get home, what I see from the camera is nowhere near as spectacular as how I felt at the time. I do shoot in RAW format and I know that this format from the camera tends to be a little muted but even increasing the vibrancy, it still doesn’t come close to the mind's snapshot.

I think that photographing the wondrous colors of fall is actually a hard thing to accomplish if you want to achieve the vision you had at the moment the shutter clicked.

I believe there are 2 main reasons for this.
First is that the reds, oranges and yellow of the leaves are highly saturated & luminous and beyond the ability of the camera's color gamut to capture. The color space of sRGB and Adobe RGB just don’t extend far enough to record these highly saturated and bright colors.

Second the leaves normally have small moments in the wind and they appear to shimmer, thereby giving them the appearance in the mind's memory of being brighter.


When I took the above photograph the yellows on these 2 trees did appear this bright. They glowed in the afternoon sun and were even brighter, almost like a candle flame, but upon reviewing the camera's result it was duller and more greenish-yellow. The image below is from camera with white balance on birch tree set to neutral white 5300K.


You may find my modified version (1st photo) a bit gaudy but it does reflect how I felt about this scene. I darkened the sky to increase contrast between the 2 yellow tees. I also, for the greenish yellow leaves, shifted the hue to be more yellow and then increased lightness and saturation as much as I could and still retain detail. The grass was also darkened and made cooler, more blue-green, to again increase contrast with the yellow tops.

In the photograph below the sun peeked out near sunset just after the rain had gone by and lit up this singular tree. Again the camera made those leaves less bright and more orange. Once again I increased lightness and saturation towards yellow for the bright leaves. I also added a purplish tint to clouds, (complementary color of yellow) to increase color contrast. I extracted the yellow leaves and increased layer size by 10 pixels and then added a slight blur of about 2 and set this layer to overlay. A pseudo Orton effect to give a glowing effect.




In the next image below, the colors, except for a little vibrancy, remain mostly as captured. I did change the sky from a bright blue to a duller and less saturated version with clouds. The original blue negative space was too dominating and took viewers vision away from the tree colors.



Many of the good fall photographs have lots of cooler and darker tones surrounding bright trees that help make those fall colors more prominent within the scene.

If you have good photo-editing tools don't be afraid to play around and change anything to suit your needs and vision. After all, it's how you saw it at least in your mind.


Niels Henriksen


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Reviewing your photographs from Older Archives

By niels-henriksen.blogspot.com
Published On :: Fri, 11 Nov 2011 17:35:00 +0000


Sometimes its just plain fun to go through your archive of older photos. Now with a distant memory of the scenes and events your photographs may appear better than previous scans. This is in part due to that at the time there are too many good photos and those not with the highest rating but still with merit tend to get drowned out.


This image was taken at one of the great Buddhas in Kamakura Japan. The hawk like bird may seem small but this Buddha is very large.  Without the bird it would be hard to understand the scale of this image. It could be in anyone’s home garden. Besides scale the bird helps to give height to statue as there is the appearance that the head is up high where birds soar.


The next image with people in it does convey the scale of the Buddha. In theses type of metal statues the green colors are soft and muted and it is easy for green foliage to overpower the scene. That is why I have mute the greens in the background to give the Buddha statue more visual punch.

The Great Buddha of Kamakura (Kamakura Daibutsu) is a bronze statue of Amida Buddha, which stands on the grounds of Kotokuin Temple.  It's the second tallest bronze Buddha statue in Japan, at a height of 13.35 meters, surpassed only by the statue in Nara's Todaiji Temple.
The statue was originally built in 1252 and located inside a large temple hall. The temple buildings were destroyed many times by typhoons and a tidal wave in the 14th and 15th centuries. So, since 1495, the Buddha has been standing in the open ground. 

Do take the time to review your collection as there may be hidden gold or at least fond memories of places you've been.


Niels Henriksen.


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Why Photographing Hats Can Improve Your Street People Photography

By niels-henriksen.blogspot.com
Published On :: Tue, 13 Mar 2012 15:40:00 +0000

This wasn’t something that I consciously knew, maybe deep down we all tend to know these types of things, but something I discovered while undertaking a new photography project in San Miguel de Allende.


There are many, many ideas to photograph in San Miguel. Doors are a very common theme, I did one last year and one I am continuing this year. I was looking for something different and with the almost constant blue skies and bright sun, even stronger at 6,800 feet, most people if not all the gringos wear hats.


Everyday I walk around photographing almost anything and everything. Great fun and focusing on Hats gave me a new challenge.


I am reserved when it comes to photographing people out and about on the street. I feel reluctant to invade their privacy but deep down I love how people relate and engage the city streets. Here in Mexico, being such a tourist destination, the locals are even more wary of being photographed and many times hide there face or just look away. If a person is not comfortable with their photo being taken I won't take it.

A different type of sun covering

When I photographed street people I tended to hesitate too long (should I or not) with taking the shot and the impromptu moment was lost as they tended to now be aware of the camera.

This man is not praying but doing close-up photography of the cactus

I found out after the fact that when I was just focusing on people's hats I tended to think less of the person and more on the object of the hat. This allowed me to be quicker with the decision to shoot and also it allowed me to shoot more often.

Who wouldn't love this big Mexican hat

Because I was focusing on an object it even allowed me to approach people and ask then if I could photograph them with their hat as this was a project of mine. I think people felt more comfortable in letting me photograph them because I wasn't really just photographing them. It was an inanimate object and somehow that was OK.

A hatted man with lots of hats

I suggest you give yourself a try at this project and see if you don't now photograph more people.

Niels Henriksen





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Alien Skin Exposure 4 Photographic Software Review

By niels-henriksen.blogspot.com
Published On :: Thu, 10 May 2012 17:36:00 +0000


There is nothing more wonderful than exploring new tools or ways for something you are passionate about.

 
A B&W Infra-Red (IR) processing of a red barn and green fields


What is the Purpose of this Software?
Exposure is an add-on photo-editing application for Adobe Photoshop, Lightroom and Elements that provides almost a complete list of film types, both B&W and Color, for processing for the digital darkroom. I say almost as I didn't count the list of film types in this application and I don't even know all the films that have ever been made, but they sure seem to be all here.
 
'Sepia – blue Finish (modified)' setting with a layer set to 'Lighten' mode (31%) for an Expsure 4 ver. of 'Kodak HIE (Halation moderate)'


One test of software is to see how it feels right out of the box. A lot like taking a performance sports car for a test drive. You may not know everything about it but you know how to drive and turn corners.

I never read the manual first as I believe that a person with reasonable skills on the computer and with digital editing should know how to turn it on and drive around a little. 
 
Exposure 4 did not fail here. It was easy to install and when launched, the layout and buttons were intuitive. The only problem I had was that it was almost 2 hours later when I realized how much I had been playing with the different types of films.





How would I use this Photo-Editing Software?

Exposure 4 has a great repertoire of classic, vintage and just plain old films both in color and B&W. Combined with these types of film selections are the various processing adjustments you might make in a wet darkroom, such as contrast, toning, bleaching, cross-processing, calotype, platinum and much more.

Some of these are obvious as the IR and Platinum and High contrast B&W I have shown above. Even old color films with faded color can provide unique approaches to the photographic images.


Without having access to the original old photograph, an older reproduction could be re-made. This could be cast against another image to create a story of 'then and now' and subject of an interesting photographic book.




In the image above I took 2 photos and I applied old color film technique to the bordered version to create the effect of laying an old photo on a new photo to show a change over time.


How well does it Perform?
Having a 7 processors and 12TB of RAM there should be no speed issues with loading and applying application settings. It was just over a sec to load and less to applying any film setting. The window is originally set up with 3 panels. Large central being the photo being edited. The panel on the right is the main adjustment panel color. See composite below. There is enough functionality to do almost everything you want.


A minor problem with the numbers dialog boxes. When you enter a number it doesn't apply until you click the panel and if you use the Enter key it applies the Exposure 4 application. I would rather have that only happen when I click the OK button.




The panel on the left are all the pre-set film settings which are based on some combination of settings on the right panel. This is great because once you found a style that suits your needs you can then tweak it to best suit the photograph.


I did find that using the color filter produced better color (brighter) for me than using the same color on a layer in Photoshop. It might be the preserve luminosity check box.


With my sample photos the rendering of effects was clean with no noticeable distortions unless of course you cranked the saturation way up.


I like that both side panels can be minimized and it's easy to zoom into a section for better clarity. With a 24” monitor some apps don't allow full screen editing.
I also like how you can save your own presets.



The above image is from one I tested since I had created a B&W version previously. The software did produce versions that I liked as well and maybe even better than the original.



Who is this Software meant for?
For anyone how wants to experience the look of chemical film technology and its variant processes.
Definitely for commercial ad type photographic needs. Here with the press of a button, a vintage effect can be created without much time spent by the user.
For creative types who may want to create story-line or books where the type of photograph is integral to the story experience
For fine-art photographers that require a specific look, as with my image of the tree and bench, that is not easily achieved in Photoshop.
To create new layers that can be set to one of the blend modes. There is a practice to create a B&W version of your image that looks best and then set this to luminosity for your color photo. While I haven’t experimented that much with these I suspect I will find some of the film output useful as a blend mode.




Recommendations
This is a good solid product that provides a wealth of film types and genres. It is easy to use and intuitive.
I would give this software a 4 – 4 ½ rating. The limiting factor would be price for a new user at approx $249. but an upgrade is only $99.
As an investment, I view software the same as a lens. It's a tool to help you meet your needs or goals. Many people find the cost of software somewhat prohibitive and yet see no problem with spending more on a new lens. I love a lens also as there's something about that precision instrument you are holding. But I photo-edit every photo I show to the public. I always want to bring out the very best and convey the feelings and experience I had at the time I took the photograph. The straight out-of-the-camera version doesn’t give me this. It is a mechanical device and not a human.



Definitely do download a trial version and play with it.



Niels Henriksen



Disclaimer: Other than receiving a copy of the software to review, I did not or will not receive any remunerations, gifts or any considerations from this review from the company, its agents or any of its distributors



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Photographing Metal Sculptures and Art Objects

By niels-henriksen.blogspot.com
Published On :: Wed, 27 Jun 2012 17:51:00 +0000


I had the opportunity to photograph metal artwork for an artist friend who lives near Lynhurst Ontario. For those unfamiliar with this little village, it is about 45 km north of Kingston Ont. along Hwy 15.

Noah, the metal-sculpture artist, has a large manicured estate with a man-made pond that is just perfect to have his animal based artworks scattered all about. Almost like seeing a herd of deer in the fields. In fact I did mange to see one deer at the edge of his lawns. But having a couple of Noah’s dogs playing around me meant that I could not get close enough to the deer for a great shot.


The reflections on the screen worked to create great contrast with the darker pond water, which meant I didn’t have to do much to have the artwork stand out. Just moving about for greatest contrast. I cropped the right wind since it's a mirror of the other and including it would make it appear smaller.

Most of his sculptures are made out of scrap metal parts and therefore, for the most part, tend to have a dull rust color. Dark and mid-tone oranges do not usually stand out well against bright green fields.

Even the biker (bicycle and motorcycle) sculptures that have figures on them have muted tones in their clothing. To make them stand out better I desaturated the greens, as with the above example, to an almost grey tone to give the figures more prominence. There are 5 of these along the front near the road.

Some artworks, like the bug series below, are painted, but even here we still need to have darker background (hedge in shade) to give more punch to the colors.


Even in the above image with its strong yellow and reds, the green has been slightly muted.

Most of the bug pieces have long insect like legs but if you include the whole art piece then the main body parts become very small in the photo. Focus on the main sections but include just enough of other parts to give context to photo.

For some images I wanted the distortion created by a wide angle lens, where objects nearer are larger and distant objects becomes smaller than reality, to change the perspective in how we view the artwork.

I had to use HDR on the photos where I was looking up and a bright sky was behind the sculpture. In the above photo the rust is made more vibrant and the green and blue colors muted a bit.

I now know that I need to come back again when the sun is near the evening horizon so that for some sculptures the shadows will add to create a larger subject.

Who couldn't love this old Flintstones type car.


Some close-ups to focus on the texture of the artwork.


And finally a photo for the biker in all of us.

Many of his artworks can be seen on Noah's Metal Art and he also has a link with the Frontenac Arch Biosphere


And here's the photo of the deer in the field.


Niels Henriksen




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Patience - a Photographer’s Special tool

By niels-henriksen.blogspot.com
Published On :: Mon, 27 Aug 2012 14:37:00 +0000


Many times we see wonderful scenes and landscapes right in front of us.  Our emotions are stirring especially since for the last few moments our vision and senses are taking it all in. Therefore, it must make a wonderful photograph.

We take the photograph and move on knowing that we have a great shot because that's how we perceive our visual and sensory experience for this site.

But when we get home it seems to lack that something special we experienced back at our location.

Others who see the image may say it's nice but in reality it's just another tourist type shot. The experience we had is missing.

The key ingredient missing is patience, or just plain waiting for the scene to evolve in either light-shaping or the actors in the scene. These actors can be real people or elements in the changing  landscape.

Light, it's strength or absence, is the key to all photographs. After this, it's the context of element within the science that further define the photographic experience.

As an example, the photographs of a set of wonderfully painted stairs help to demonstrate the importance of patience to wait out a scene until the elements define it in a new perspective.



There is a set of beautifully paints stairs just across the street from the Chateau Laurier hotel in Ottawa.

But to photograph them is to only copy someone else's work. This is fine if all you want is to show others the beauty of these stairs.

But there could be more if you only wait for people in this particular case to add the extra element to make this your own original photograph.

I knew people walking up and down the stairs would add interest to the image but without staffed actors I could only wait for what?

A few minutes later a solitary well dressed soldier from a ceremony on Parliament Hill was approaching the steps to walk down. Luckily there was no one else nearby to also transcend these steps.

I waited until his eyes were near the wolf's eyes and took 3 rapid shots. It's hard to get the arms and legs just right so with 3, one should work well.

It wasn't a busy place as these steps are slightly hidden. I felt good with the shot and started to walk on but a short distance later I felt there could be more if I just waited longer, so back I went.

After about 15 minutes of waiting a bunch of young children and their parents started to head up. The little girl was leading the pack and it looked like she would head right for the wolf's ear.





There were many others on the steps but I knew I could immediately afterwards take a photo of just the stairs and then edit everyone out.

The photograph now looks like the child went up the steps to whippers into the wolf's ear.

In many locations, taking the time to wait for something to change within the scene will make it a better photograph. The shadows created by the sun as it sculpts the landscape or intermittent clouds that create highlights within the scene. It could even be the addition of people, or removal of too many or  the right combination of their colourful clothing that augments the photograph. Either way, occasionally take the time to explore the environment in front of or behind you and sit and wait for that extra photographic element.

Niels Henriksen




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Any Fans of the Photographic Artwork of Niels Henriksen

By niels-henriksen.blogspot.com
Published On :: Tue, 04 Sep 2012 16:47:00 +0000


That is certainty a self serving title and its fraught with many definitions of term 'fans' but it is also a chance for me to understand something about my readership.
This blog is just a few members shy of 1200 subscribers. I'm very grateful that so many find the photographs and articles enjoyable. There are also those who arrive by way of search engines, but from this total group I wonder how many committed fans of my photography I have.


Taken in San Miguel de Allende

I take many photographs, photo-edit them and then display these on the web just like millions of others do. But as a photographer the biggest pleasure is actually seeing the photo printed on photographic paper and how the texture and tone of the paper support the artistic vision.
But out of the entire collection of photographs I capture per year, only about 5 -10 actually have that extra quality or uniqueness that compels me to print large, frame and mount on a wall for display.

These fine-art photographs, as I describe them, go through a process of printing them on heavy mate papers (approx 300gsm). Depending on the detail and tonal qualities of the photograph I will print smaller versions (8”x10') on a series from 4-8 different papers to determine which paper best suits the image. After several weeks of just looking at them in different light settings I will select a paper for the final version.





In this image I combined 2 photographs to make the composite above as I wanted the boy to appear that he was searching for his princess.


Each of these fine-art prints are printed in a small edition series, currently 5, and then titled, numbered and signed and then made available for sale either through my Art web site ' Niels Henriksen Artworks' and through galleries.

As part of my marketing strategy, periodically (approx 18months), I increase my prices to reflect the larger, albeit still small, demand for my photographic prints.

Prior to this increase in November, I am offering to readers of 'My Camera World' a 25% discount on the current price for a period of 7 days after print is posted on this blog.

Guarantee
All prints purchased from me come with an unconditional full refund guarantee.  If you don't like it for any reason you get a full refund.
This makes purchasing a print from me completely risk free.
Each print comes with with a Certificate of Provenance. See example below





Over the next 2 weeks I will post an article about each of these prints that articulate my vision and story behind the photographs.

I hope that some of you will see a photograph that you enjoy and will sequentially purchase.  I think it's  important as a photographer and artist that we also collect other artists work and if not mine then someones else's. I am starting to have a decent collection of artworks already and will continue to collect new pieces every year.

By collecting several pieces I can then rotate them on the walls in my house and experience the same joy as when they were first hung.

Niels Henriksen


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Choosing A Photography Website Host

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Published On :: Fri, 05 Sep 2014 09:24:04 +0000

A number of weeks ago I posted that I was considering putting together a new website. There were several reasons, but two which were of paramount importance: when I initially coded my current website using Dreamweaver there was no concern about how people might view the site on mobile devices.  The situation is very different […]


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8 Photoshop Tips and Tricks All Photographers Should Know

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Published On :: Wed, 15 Jul 2020 12:28:20 +0000

Sixty-eight percent of adults edit their selfies before sharing them with anyone. Statistics show the growing importance of learning advanced editing skills. A photographer cannot publish a photo without altering it in some way. Photoshop, the industry standard, has plenty of tools to make your photos stand out. Learning those tools on your own can be difficult though. To help you learn, let’s take a quick look at 8 fantastic Photoshop tips and tricks. A Note About Photoshop Tips and Tricks Before we dive into the tips and tricks, remember a good photo is even more important than good editing.

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Pros and Cons of Photography and Videography in Visual Marketing

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Published On :: Tue, 29 Dec 2020 16:10:25 +0000

Do you remember a time when there was only text on the internet? Or when the first images popped up in their glorious blocky low resolution? It seems like a lifetime ago.   Streaming services, social media, shops… Images and videos are all around the web today. It’s no wonder we see more and more imagery used for online advertisement as well.   There are always aspects to consider to decide the best fit for your project. When choosing your advertising strategy, it’s essential to know the good and the not-so-good about photography and videography for marketing. Advantages Look Sharp

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Photographer Trevor Cole Captures the Magnificence of Cultures Worldwide

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Published On :: Sat, 02 Nov 2024 09:30:04 +0000

Trevor Cole, an international travel photographer and tour leader from Donegal, Ireland, captures diverse cultures and landscapes with a focus on sustainability and human connection. Leading small-group photo tours across destinations like Scotland, Iceland, and Ethiopia, his work inspires reflection and encourages positive change. More: Instagram


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Spectacular Winning Images of the 2024 Standard Chartered Weather Photographer of the Year Awards

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Published On :: Sun, 03 Nov 2024 14:58:03 +0000

Weather Photographer, Winner: Sprites Dancing in the Dark Night by Wang Xin The Royal Meteorological Society has announced the 2024 winners of the Standard Chartered Weather Photographer of the Year Awards, featuring breathtaking images of weather phenomena worldwide. The top prize went to Wang Xin from Shanghai for the photograph “Sprites Dancing in the Dark […]


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Spectacular Fine-Art Winners From The 2024 Minimalist Photography Awards

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Published On :: Thu, 07 Nov 2024 19:17:39 +0000

1st Place Winner: “Delicate” by Hilda Champion The 2024 Minimalist Photography Awards celebrated fine-art photographers who have redefined visual storytelling through simplicity, highlighting the profound beauty in minimalism. The award-winning works, from serene landscapes to striking abstractions, showcase how thoughtful use of negative space and single subjects can evoke deep emotional responses and reveal powerful […]


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Amazing Winning Images Of The The 2024 Nature’s Best Photography Awards

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Published On :: Thu, 07 Nov 2024 19:30:28 +0000

Grand Prize: “Bengal Tigers” by Mangesh Ratnakar Desai, India The 2024 Nature’s Best Photography International Awards highlighted breathtaking moments from around the globe, celebrating photographers who captured the beauty and power of Earth’s diverse ecosystems. From sweeping landscapes to intimate wildlife portraits, the award-winning images showcase nature’s grandeur and fragility, inspiring deeper appreciation and awareness […]


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Spectacular Shortlisted Photos From the 2024 Close-Up Photographer of the Year

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Published On :: Sat, 09 Nov 2024 12:33:13 +0000

Eresus Walckenaeri. Shortlisted in the Invertebrate Portrait category. By Aris Kolokontes The 2024 Close-Up Photographer of the Year competition has shortlisted 20 stunning images from 11,681 entries, spanning 11 categories like Animals, Insects, and Underwater scenes, with a special category for photographers under 18. The overall winner will receive $3,240 and a trophy, while category […]


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// Links to Rick Wezenaar Photography

By rwez.blogspot.com
Published On :: Fri, 05 Mar 2010 15:25:00 +0000

Hiya fans,

For my general photography site (including personal photography, please visit

Rick Wezenaar Photography

For my official Portfolio, please visit

Rick Wezenaar Portfolio

For my flickr site, please visit

Rick Wezenaar Photography on Flickr

Enjoy !

~ Rick

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Minimalist Black and White Photography by Gavin Dunbar

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Published On :: Thu, 02 Aug 2012 21:23:00 +0000

We featured many black and white photography articles in past but never something related to minimalism. This post presents some truly excellent examples of beautiful minimalist black and white photography by Gavin Dunbar.

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18 Beautiful and Creative Illustrations from Photograph

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Published On :: Fri, 03 Aug 2012 20:00:00 +0000

These days illustration from photograph is getting really popular which is mostly used in print media. Designer mix real life photography with illustration to show us combined reality and dream, drawing objects with effects over photograph.

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Susan Meiselas awarded Sony World Photography Awards’ Outstanding Contribution to Photography 2025

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Published On :: Tue, 12 Nov 2024 12:42:50 +0000

In a significant recognition of her pioneering role in documentary photography, Susan Meiselas has been awarded the 2025 Outstanding Contribution to Photography by the Sony...

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Effective Pricing for Portrait Photography

By www.photodoto.com
Published On :: Wed, 20 Dec 2023 18:51:03 +0000

As a portrait photographer, you know that the heart of your business beats in the rhythm of capturing souls through lenses. But here’s something not many will tell you: there’s an art to portrait photography pricing too.

Just think about it. How do you put a price on immortalizing someone’s personality in a snapshot? You’re not just pressing buttons; you’re creating magic!

You might be wondering, “How can I create my own masterpiece when it comes to setting prices?” Or perhaps thinking, “I don’t want to undersell myself or scare away potential clients.”

Understanding Portrait Photography Pricing

If you’re a professional photographer or someone considering getting into the photography business, it’s essential to grasp portrait photography pricing. Figuring out portrait photography pricing may appear complicated at first, yet with some knowledge of the business’ fundamental principles and procedures it will all start to become clear.

The number one thing to avoid when pricing your photography is spending more than you make. You need to price your images based on time spent behind the lens and editing them post-shoot as well as the market value of your work.

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Decoding Product Photography Pricing: A Complete Guide

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Published On :: Wed, 03 Jan 2024 15:33:54 +0000

Just imagine, you’ve launched a brand-new online store filled with products that you know are just perfect for your target audience. You’re excited and ready to make those sales, but there’s one piece of the puzzle missing – high-quality product images. And then it hits you: “How much is this going to cost me?”

No doubt, we all appreciate visually stunning product photos when shopping online. Have you ever considered what goes into producing those eye-catching product images? Or how their quality can dramatically impact your sales?

The truth is, professional-looking visuals can significantly influence purchasing decisions – upping conversion rates while fostering trust with customers. Yet finding an experienced product photographer within budget who also understands your vision isn’t always straightforward.

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Understanding Product Photography Pricing

Navigating the realm of product photography pricing can be like trekking through a jungle without a map. You’ll find rates that range from surprisingly affordable to astonishingly high-end, making it tough for businesses to get their bearings.

The cost of product photography is dependent on a variety of elements,

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Crafting Impact with Negative Space Photography

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Published On :: Wed, 31 Jan 2024 16:01:37 +0000

Picture a scene where the main act is not just what fills the frame, but also what doesn’t. That’s negative space photography, a technique that turns emptiness into expression and silence into storytelling.

In this deep dive, we’re peeling back layers to reveal how much weight nothingness can hold in your shots.

You’ll grasp why every photographer needs to give their subjects some breathing room and learn how empty areas are not missed opportunities but rather essential for creating balance and drawing attention right where you want it.

We’ll explore ways to use plain backgrounds or blurred surroundings as powerful tools that add feelings of calm, tension, or intrigue—all by letting less say more.

The Essence of Negative Space in Photography

Negative space photography, often seen as the quiet hero of composition, plays a crucial role in how an image is perceived. It’s not just about what you capture—it’s also about what you leave out. This technique can make your main subject pop by simply giving it more breathing room.

Defining Negative Space and Its Role in Visual Composition

Negative space refers to the area surrounding the main subject—or positive space—of a photograph.

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Essential Guide: How to Do Surf Photography Like a Pro

By www.photodoto.com
Published On :: Tue, 13 Feb 2024 21:19:24 +0000

Wave riders and shutterbugs alike, gather around. Mastering surf photography is a bit like surfing itself—it’s all about balance, timing, and having the right gear. I remember when I first waded into the ocean with my camera; each breaking wave was an invitation to capture something epic.

We’ll dive into picking cameras that won’t buckle under the saltwater spray and lenses that bring distant surfers up close. Think high-speed chases—you need a fast shutter speed for those action-packed moments where every droplet counts.

You’re set to discover composition tips that make viewers feel they’re riding along and advanced techniques for shots so sharp they cut through your viewer’s attention span. By the end of our journey together, you’ll be snapping surf photos worthy of magazine covers or at least some serious bragging rights.

Choosing the Right Camera and Lens for Surf Photography

If you’re looking to capture the raw power of a barreling wave or the finesse of a surfer shot, having top-notch gear is key. So, let’s talk about surf photography equipment.

Cropped Sensor vs. Full Frame Cameras

For starters,

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Event Photography Pricing- How to Price and How Much to Pay

By www.photodoto.com
Published On :: Wed, 06 Mar 2024 17:38:34 +0000

Picture this. You’re hosting the event of a lifetime, and you want every magical moment captured perfectly. It’s no surprise that finding the right photographer is high on your list. But how do you navigate through event photography pricing?

You might assume that requesting a quote is as straightforward as dialing the number…but be prepared to be surprised! The cost can be influenced by factors like experience level or type of event – there’s more to consider than meets the eye. You can also use this guide as a new photographer to figure out how much you should charge for different types of events.

In this guide, we’ll delve into everything from understanding why photographers charge what they do, to examining costs associated with different types of events such as weddings or corporate gatherings. We’ll also take an exciting journey exploring common pricing structures used by photographers and breaking down additional services and costs that may sneak up on you when hiring an event photographer.

Understanding Event Photography Pricing

If you’ve ever wondered how event photography pricing works, this section will shed some light on it.

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How to Make Money with AI Photography

By www.photodoto.com
Published On :: Wed, 24 Apr 2024 17:26:54 +0000

Hey there, fellow shutterbugs! It’s your favorite AI-obsessed photographer here, ready to spill the beans on how to use Artificial Intelligence to make money in photography. I know, I know – I used to be the loudest anti-AI voice in the room. But then I realized: if you can’t beat ’em, join ’em (and make some cash while you’re at it)!

So, I dove headfirst into the world of AI-generated/modified images, and let me tell you, it’s been a game-changer. No more hours spent editing and retouching – now, I can create stunning, sellable images with just a few clicks. And the best part? The money’s rolling in like never before.

Ready to join the AI revolution and start raking in the dough? Let’s get started!

How to Make Money with AI-Generated Photography

AI art is taking the world by storm. And if you’ve got a knack for creating stunning visuals with AI tools, you might be wondering how to turn your passion into profit. Well, I’ve got good news for you. There are plenty of ways to monetize your AI-generated photography skills.

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How to Do Lighthouse Photography: A Practical Guide

By www.photodoto.com
Published On :: Thu, 09 May 2024 02:41:11 +0000

There’s a dance of light and shadow you can’t quite grasp until you’ve seen a lighthouse cut through the fog. Mastering lighthouse photography means capturing that silent symphony between nature and human ingenuity, each photo telling its own epic tale.

I remember setting up my tripod on rocky shores, waiting for that perfect moment when the sun dips low enough to paint everything in gold. You’ll get why timing is crucial, how early morning or late afternoon gives your shots character with just the right color wash over stunning structures.

This journey will equip you with gear know-how—like picking out wide-angle lenses for grand scenes or telephoto ones for details—and dive into camera settings so those beams look as majestic in photos as they do slicing through ocean mist.

Capturing the Romance of Lighthouses Through Photography

Lighthouse photography captures more than just a structure; it seizes the tales of human ingenuity and nature’s raw beauty. These coastal sentinels have long stood against time, their beams slicing through fog and darkness, guiding sailors home.

The Allure of Coastal Sentinels

There’s something inherently romantic about lighthouses.

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Slit Scan Photography: How to do it and What can You Achieve

By www.photodoto.com
Published On :: Fri, 09 Aug 2024 03:45:38 +0000

Imagine a photograph where time and space seem to bend and warp, creating surreal, elongated images that defy reality.  This is the world of slit scan photography, a fascinating technique that has captivated artists, filmmakers, and scientists for decades.

Slit scan photography is a unique method that captures motion over time, resulting in images that appear stretched or distorted. This technique first gained prominence in the nineteen sixties, most notably in Stanley Kubrick’s iconic film two thousand and one A Space Odyssey.  The mesmerizing Stargate sequence in that film was created using slit scan photography, introducing audiences to its mind-bending visual effects.

Slit scan photography is a captivating and unconventional technique that produces striking, abstract images that defy traditional photography. This method involves capturing a scene or subject through a narrow slit, which moves across the image sensor or film, creating a unique, distorted representation of reality.

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History

Slit scan photography has a rich and fascinating history that spans over a century, with roots in early scientific and astronomical photography. From its humble beginnings to its modern applications,

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Understanding Bokeh in Photography: A Complete Guide

By www.photodoto.com
Published On :: Thu, 03 Oct 2024 01:47:25 +0000

Bokeh. Have you heard this term used in conversations while looking at a photo, listened while someone proclaimed that the bokeh in a photo was good or bad, but you’ve been too embarrassed to ask just what it is? Its something every photographer should understand because it affects your image. And whether you know it or not, you’ve probably evaluated the bokeh in your own photos.

Well hide your shame no longer. After reading this article, you will be able to hold your head high and raise your nose as you talk about the bokeh in your next photo.

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The winners of the Picto Prize for Fashion Photography 2022

By www.fubiz.net
Published On :: Thu, 15 Dec 2022 22:18:38 +0000

Le Prix Picto pour la photographie de mode 2022 a dévoilé ses lauréats : Christopher Barraja remporte le Grand Prix, Camille Brasselet le deuxième et la dotation le19M et Antoine Henault le troisième prix ainsi que la dotation Filippo Roversi. La cérémonie de remise des prix a eu lieu le mardi 19 avril au Palais […]


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Summer paddling, swimming and photography on Horsetooth Reservoir

By photokayaker.fit2paddle.com
Published On :: Mon, 18 Sep 2023 22:51:02 +0000

Stand up paddling During August 2023 I visited Horsetooth Reservoir several times with Starboard Waterline SUP, the same board I paddled in the Missouri River 340 race. It was rather a relaxed paddling with a lot of photography since I […]


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How to Make More Money as a Pro Photographer

By www.crazyleafdesign.com
Published On :: Wed, 09 Aug 2023 12:25:54 +0000

The world is still in dire need of professional photographers, for everything from capturing the spirit of major events to artfully presenting meaningful moments in our personal lives.


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Bill Dane Pictures …it’s not pretty. 50 Years of Photographs I’m Still in Love

By thomashawk.com
Published On :: Sun, 21 Feb 2021 02:04:40 +0000

“It seems to me that the subject of Bill Dane�s pictures is the discovery of lyric beauty in Oakland, or the discovery of surprise and delight in what we had been told was a wasteland of boredom, the discovery of classical measure in the heart of God�s own junkyard, the discovery of a kind of …

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Collecting Vernacular Photography

By thomashawk.com
Published On :: Wed, 28 Sep 2022 13:21:37 +0000

As a photographer, I have been making photographs with my own cameras my entire life. From my first Kodak Instamatic camera as a child, to the Sigma film SLR that I received as gift in high school, to my first digital camera (a Sony Mavica in 1999 or so) to my current DSLR (a Canon …

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My 10th Anniversary as a Photographer

By www.neilcreek.com
Published On :: Wed, 12 Mar 2014 10:57:32 +0000

Ten years ago today, I took this photo of a Blue Linkya sea star in our marine aquarium, my first with a DSLR: I have always had an interest in photography, and I’d even owned a crappy digital compact camera before this one, but once I saved up and bought the Sigma SD10 photography truly […]


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Moments of Wonder Near & Far: International Garden Photographer of the Year

By www.ecology.com
Published On :: Thu, 01 Mar 2018 22:53:58 +0000

These beautiful 11th International Garden Photographer of the Year award-winning photographs irrefutably evidence diverse, tender and grand wonders to be found in our cultivated and natural environs the world over today. From Brazil to Canada, from China to Croatia, Hong … Continue reading →


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50 Photography Website SEO Tips

By graphpaperpress.com
Published On :: Mon, 21 Nov 2016 17:39:31 +0000

Do you have a hard time with SEO on your photography website? If so, the tips below will help you rank higher in search results and drive more organic traffic to your website. So, what the heck is SEO? Is it snake oil? Kind of. Will it magically make your website start to rank higher? Sorry, but it won’t. I tend […]


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How Google’s Accelerated Mobile Pages Project Affects Photography Websites

By graphpaperpress.com
Published On :: Wed, 23 Nov 2016 09:00:42 +0000

Back in October 2015, Google announced the launch of a project that may change the internet forever. The Accelerated Mobile Pages (AMP) project makes static pages and images load faster than ever before, and despite the youth of the project, big names like Pinterest, WordPress, and Twitter have all voiced their support. For photography website owners, the […]


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