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(Editor's note: Please welcome our new curator for the Street category of Photofocus' Photographer of the Day feature Jason Hahn. Jason is a super talented nature and wildlife photographer. His keen eye makes him perfect for choosing outstanding street photographs.) Category: Street Photography Photograph: Untitled by Johnny [Shakedown] What I love about this image is that it’s a study in contrasts and subtlety. There are five people in this shot, the model repeated four times in a clone like fashion, and one person who feels genuine, … [Read more...] about Photographer of the Day: Johnny [Shakedown]
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Photographer of the Day: Peter Hickson
Category: Sports Photograph: Peter Hickson "Racing in Hayling Bay" Peter does a great job of working around the conditions in capturing this photo of a racing sailboat in Hayling Bay. He explains in the caption of the photograph that there wasn't much wind. By getting down low he was able to shoot the sailboat from a different perspective, allowing him to capture the natural waves of the green-toned water beneath. Originally shared with the Photofocus Flickr community right here. To learn how your work can be featured on the … [Read more...] about Photographer of the Day: Peter Hickson
Photographer of the Day: Erich Anderson
Category: Outdoors Photographer: Erich Anderson "07-17 Somersby Falls-03587" The vibrant greens and misty flow of water combine to conjure feelings of being immersed in a lush forest. With the break in the trees above the waterfall, it almost gives the impression of light flowing down from the sky, across the rocks, and down into the glowing golden pool below. Take a moment and listen for the birds calling over the sound of the flowing stream. Thanks for sharing with our group! Originally shared on the Photofocus Group on Flickr … [Read more...] about Photographer of the Day: Erich Anderson
Photographer of the Day: Peter Skaugvold
Category: Beauty Photographer: Peter Skaugvold "70709PS059 kopiera" or 70709PS059 copy" While Sweedish photographer Peter Skaugvold's naming of his photographs may not be called "inspired" his photograph of the long haired, blue eyed child reminds us of the beauty of childhood in a tousled, not-quite-clean faced way of children everywhere. The young one's intense gaze suggests that the title might want to be "Through the Eyes of a Child." Originally shared on the Photofocus Group on Flickr here. To learn how your work can be … [Read more...] about Photographer of the Day: Peter Skaugvold
Photographer of the Day: Prabhu Shankar
Category: Travel Photographer: Prabhu Shankar "Women working on agricultural fields" Photographer of the Day Prabhu Shankar’s use of a wide-angle lens gives us an up-close perspective of women working on agricultural fields. We can feel how hard the work is, particularly with the exaggerated pick-ax and hands in the foreground. Originally shared on the Photofocus Group on Flickr here. To learn how your work can be featured on the Photofocus, please read this article. … [Read more...] about Photographer of the Day: Prabhu Shankar
Photographer of the Week: July 10 ~ 14, 2017
Every Monday through Friday, Photofocus curators present a great picture in the categories of Travel, Beauty, Outdoor, Sports and Street. The photographer's work earns its creator the title "Photographer of the Day." Their work has touched us and we hope, you as well. Each curator shares what they love about the photograph they feature. Each comment is a mini review that helps each of us become more aware of what's in an image and why it works. The Photographer of the Week is selected from those images. Agree or disagree, your comments and … [Read more...] about Photographer of the Week: July 10 ~ 14, 2017
History of Photography: Retouching & Enlarging Makes Waves
In today's world, it's hard to wrap our heads around a time when retouching and enlarging photos wasn't not only accepted, but expected! However, as photography was in its infancy, and was still bopping around finding its real place in the the world, retouching especially, was not always met with open arms. While hand painting a print was widely accepted, retouching the negative, or retouching the print in a way that would alter a person's appearance (minimizing characteristics on the body, blemishes, etc.) was often deemed fraudulent. Add that … [Read more...] about History of Photography: Retouching & Enlarging Makes Waves
Photographer of the Day: SMMProdInc
Category: Street Photography Photograph:"Alestorm" by smmprodinc When Henri Cartier-Bresson coined the term "decisive moment", he may not have meant catching the lip curl of a pirate metal band's keyboardist, but then again maybe he did! This photo of Elliot Vernon with the band Alestorm just grabs my eye. It's a riot of color which captures the whole concert experience, from the "blood soaked" keyboard to the reflection of the crowd in his sunglasses. The shadowed background of the stage serves as the perfect backdrop to tell you where … [Read more...] about Photographer of the Day: SMMProdInc
Photographer of the Day: David Feuerhelm
Category: Sports Photograph: David Feuerhelm "The one that got away" Nothing like a good cricket match. David captures the art of the sport, showing excitement in the catcher, and disappointment in the batsman. The shot is well composed, and perfectly sharp. Originally shared with the Photofocus Flickr community right here. To learn how your work can be featured on the Photofocus, please read this article. … [Read more...] about Photographer of the Day: David Feuerhelm
Photographer of the Day: Francesco Cimato
Category: Outdoors Photographer: Francesco Cimato "Night River" A real stunner from our Photographer of the Day, Francesco Cimato. Francesco has done an amazing job of creating an image that shows the magic of the time between day and night. From the gorgeous colors in the sky to the river winding below in the fading light, just a feast for the eyes as they travel through the scene. Thanks for sharing with our group! Originally shared on the Photofocus Group on 500px here. To learn how your work can be featured on the Photofocus, … [Read more...] about Photographer of the Day: Francesco Cimato
Photographer of the Day: DewFrame
Category: Beauty Photographer: DewFrame "Каданс для цветов" or "Cadence for Flowers "Cadence for Flower" by Russian photographer DewFrame is a quiet offering. Props-floral headband and folded sheet music are the outward signs for the photograph's name. The model's expression reminds of easy concentration on music either in the room or in her head. The styling of her simple top whose color compliments the swirling background completes the composition. Originally shared on the Photofocus Group on Flickr here. To learn how your work … [Read more...] about Photographer of the Day: DewFrame
Photographer of the Day: Stephen Holmes
Category: Travel Photographer: Stephen Holmes "Super Hero" As we travel near or far from home, it is important to look for special moments to photograph. Photographer of the Day Stephen Homes has captured one such poignant moment in his image of a little boy dressed as a super hero. The details are what makes the image, as well as the photographer’s use of shadow and light. The eyes behind goggles looking out, the untied shoe lace, the brick wall the boy sits on and even the smoke….every element works together to create the … [Read more...] about Photographer of the Day: Stephen Holmes
Photographer of the Week: July 3 ~ 7, 2017
Every Monday through Friday, Photofocus curators present a great picture in the categories of Travel, Beauty, Outdoor, Sports and Street. The photographer's work earns its creator the title "Photographer of the Day." Their work has touched us and we hope, you as well. Each curator shares what they love about the photograph they feature. Each comment is a mini review that helps each of us become more aware of what's in an image and why it works. The Photographer of the Week is selected from those images. Agree or disagree, your comments and … [Read more...] about Photographer of the Week: July 3 ~ 7, 2017
History of Photorgraphy: Studio Forefathers Push Photography Forward
The collodion process in general was fairly inexpensive, which in and of itself helped propel photography forward. It also encouraged the expansion of photo studios. In 1851 there were less than a dozen portrait studios in London, but that exploded to more than 200 just 10 years later in 1861. Noteworthy portrait maker Gaspard Félix Tournachon came to photographing portraits by way of his past as a caricature artist. He later became known by the nickname Nadar, a shortened version of "Tourne à dard" meaning "one who stings". Apparently he … [Read more...] about History of Photorgraphy: Studio Forefathers Push Photography Forward
Photographer of the Day: Pierre Pichot
Category: Street Photography Photograph: "Exit" by Pierre Pichot Pierre's image "Exit" is a great example of using lines, light, and shapes to draw your eye to the vanishing point in a photo. I confess, I am rarely a fan of the "off-kilter" look of purposely tilted composition, but in this case it works beautifully. The "Exit" sign creates a story, repeated by a second sign and an unknown figure in the distance. But, the story is left up to the viewer's imagination, whether you see the figure as leaving or coming toward you. Either way it … [Read more...] about Photographer of the Day: Pierre Pichot
Photographer of the Day: E.P. Scott
Category: Sports Photograph: E.P. Scott "Brandon (Freedom Park)" Brandon's photograph of a skateboarder in New Jersey really shines for two reasons. First, the color and lighting here is spot-on. It appears as if the sun is starting to set, with the light coming off of the skater's board. Secondly, the photo is crystal clear, and captures the skater in doing what he does best — a trick as he gets some air off of the ramp. If you check out Brandon's Flickr photostream, you'll see a bunch of other skateboarder photos as … [Read more...] about Photographer of the Day: E.P. Scott
Photographer of the Day: Samuel Mederos Medina
Category: Outdoors Photographer: Samuel Mederos Medina "Pescadores de colores" My favorite part of fishing is simply being out of doors, with the opportunity to watch the world move around you while you wait for the fish to bite. If you are really lucky, you not only catch a fish, but are treated to spectacular displays of nature, such as this sunset sky. Our Photographer of the Day, Samuel Mederos Medina, captured this scene at just the right time of day, with a veritable rainbow of colors in the sky caused by the receding light. The … [Read more...] about Photographer of the Day: Samuel Mederos Medina
Photographer of the Day: Slawek Maloicki
Category: Beauty Photographer: Slawek Maloicki "Morning" "Morning" is soft and filled with early morning light streaming in from behind the subject create just the right amount of lens flare. The photograph has us believing that waking up is a beautiful thing. Originally shared on the Photofocus Group on 500px here. To learn how your work can be featured on the Photofocus, please read this article. … [Read more...] about Photographer of the Day: Slawek Maloicki
Photographer of the Day: Jeffrey Newcomer
Category: Travel Photographer: Jeffrey Newcomer "Foggy Stonington" Photographer of the Day Jeffrey Newcomer has created a feeling of quiet and calm through his photograph of small boats on a foggy day. There is balance in the composition, between the foreground boat and the smaller boats in the background. The color red flows between the different elements of the photograph, taking our eye through the scene, and adding greater interest. In a sense, the weather is the subject of the photograph, the boats elements in the … [Read more...] about Photographer of the Day: Jeffrey Newcomer
Photographer of the Week: June 26 ~ 30, 2017
Every Monday through Friday, Photofocus curators present a great picture in the categories of Travel, Beauty, Outdoor, Sports and Street. The photographer's work earns its creator the title "Photographer of the Day." Their work has touched us and we hope, you as well. Each curator shares what they love about the photograph they feature. Each comment is a mini review that helps each of us become more aware of what's in an image and why it works. The Photographer of the Week is selected from those images. Agree or disagree, your comments and … [Read more...] about Photographer of the Week: June 26 ~ 30, 2017
History of Photography: The Cabinet Photo
The carte-de-visite reigned supreme in the public's taste until around 1866. Cartes were great, but rather tiny. Soon, demand for a larger format became more loud. People also wanted more detail in their photos (which a larger format would provide). In 1862, Marion & Co. first introduced the cabinet card. Sized at 6.75 x 4.25 inches, it met the growing demands of the public. As more and more studios adopted the new format, popularity soared. The exact origin of the name "cabinet" is somewhat unclear, but it might be a reference all … [Read more...] about History of Photography: The Cabinet Photo
Photographer of the Day: Fitz Crittle
Category: Street Photographer: Fitz Crittle "Express Yo'Self" This street photo shows a strong, wizened working man. He looks frankly into the lens. His eyes are kind and his stance is matter-of-fact. What is the story of his hat? Is it his favorite? Or is it one of many? Where is the Pecan Lodge? Does he work there? What does he do? I love photographs that make me ask questions. What questions do you see? Originally shared on the Photofocus Group on flickr here. To learn how your work can be featured on the Photofocus, please … [Read more...] about Photographer of the Day: Fitz Crittle
Photographer of the Day: sfowlerphotos
Category: Outdoors Photographer: sfowlerphotos "textures of the edge of the world" This aptly named photo is all about textures. The black and white treatment serves to remove the distractions of color, and let the viewer bask in details. The leading lines of the weathered branch takes your eye out along the rocky shore, to where it meets the clouds racing back across the sky. The contrast of the dark stones against the brighter water and sky creates a powerful composition. Thanks for sharing with our group! Originally shared on the … [Read more...] about Photographer of the Day: sfowlerphotos
Photographer of the Day: George Adkins
Category: Sports Photograph: George Adkins "The Monochrome Surf" Just in time for summer, George captured this awesome surfing shot at Crystal Pier in San Diego. The monochrome edit here puts the surfer frozen in time, with water completely surrounding him. Originally shared with the Photofocus Flickr community right here. To learn how your work can be featured on the Photofocus, please read this article. … [Read more...] about Photographer of the Day: George Adkins
Photographer of the Day: Daniel Hollister
Category: Beauty Photographer: Daniel Hollister "Caroline" Daniel Hollister, a portrait and fashion photographer from Odense, Denmark is the Photofocus Photographer of the Day. His simple portrait "Caroline" captures innocent beauty in a serene way. The is a mystic feeling to the depth of her eyes, her light makeup and red lips add to the look. Originally shared on the Photofocus Group on 500px here. To learn how your work can be featured on the Photofocus, please read this article. … [Read more...] about Photographer of the Day: Daniel Hollister
Photographer of the Day: Prabhu Shankar
Category: Travel Photographer: Prabhu Shankar "Catching Expectations" Photographer of the Day Prabhu Shankar catches the perfect moment when a fisherman walks into the water, his hands over his head, and throws his net out to the sea, at sunset. Notice how the fisherman's fingers take the shape of the posts from the pier in the background, and how your eye creates a triangular shape as it flows from the sun, to the center of the net, to the man's head, adding a sense of balance to the scene. Originally shared on the Photofocus Group … [Read more...] about Photographer of the Day: Prabhu Shankar
Photographer of the Day: Patrick Lawless
Category: Street Photography Photograph: “Enjoying the Fresh Hair" by Patrick Lawless While Patrick was walking back to Victoria Station in London, he stumbled upon a kindly hairdresser giving a free haircut to one of the homeless who can be found sleeping rough in and around the area. An unusual sight and a good act in tandem seemed too good a photo opportunity for him to pass up. A great example why it's always good to have your camera ready. Originally shared with Photofocus through an email. To learn how your work can be featured … [Read more...] about Photographer of the Day: Patrick Lawless
Photographer of the Day: Matt Cuda
Category: Wildlife Photographer: Matt Cuda "Ruby-Throated Hummingbird" A sure sign of summer, and a true delight, is seeing the first hummingbird appear here in New Hampshire each year. Much easier to watch than to photograph as they flit around the yard. The closest thing to fairy-folk that I've ever seen. Matt did a wonderful job of capturing the grace and beauty of these birds, and the added color of the flowers and the pale green background, make this photograph stand out from the crowd. Well done, and thanks for sharing with our … [Read more...] about Photographer of the Day: Matt Cuda
Photographer of the Day: Ian Lewry
Category: Sports Photograph: Ian Lewry "The Lincoln grand prix of cycling 2017 - photo 1" Ian does a great job of capturing the grit that it takes to race in the Lincoln Grand Prix of Cycling, held in Lincoln, Lincolnshire. The subtle desaturation of the image, along with a shallow depth of field, help bring the cyclist into focus. Originally shared with the Photofocus Flickr community right here. To learn how your work can be featured on the Photofocus, please read this article. … [Read more...] about Photographer of the Day: Ian Lewry
Photographer of the Day: CD
Category: Beauty Photographer: CD "Salome" CD, the Photofocus Photographer of the Day, brings us "Salome." Stark contrasts between background and hair, dark eyes and red combine to create this arresting photograph. I love the styling--her lipstick reprises the bright red sleeveless top while her dark hair anchor her to the brilliant white background. Her piercing eyes framed with dark brows finish the composition. Originally shared on the Photofocus Group on Flickr here. To learn how your work can be featured on the Photofocus, … [Read more...] about Photographer of the Day: CD
