Category: Portrait Photographer: Djordje Krdzic Photo: "Untitled" This powerful black and white naturally lit environmental portrait features a woman who has lived life. She peers directly into the camera with the smallest hint of a smile. The pot to her left is the hint she has been photographed in her kitchen. Originally shared with the Photofocus Readers Flickr Group. Join the group and share your photo or submit yours via the Photofocus website. … [Read more...] about Photographer of the Day: Djordje Krdzic
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Photographer of the Day: Dennis Ramos
Category: Architecture Photographer: Dennis Ramos Photo: “Flyover I (panorama)” This photograph of the Lee Roy Selmon Expressway in Tampa, Florida clearly demonstrates how bridge architects work with overlapping lanes in opposing directions. Presented in panorama to convey the scope of the interchange, it is further made powerful by constraining the image to monochrome, and carefully using induced gradations to minimize distracting backgrounds. Originally shared with the Photofocus Readers Flickr Group. Join the group and share your photo or … [Read more...] about Photographer of the Day: Dennis Ramos
Photographer of the Week: March 18-22, 2019
Every weekday, Photofocus curators share a great photograph taken by one of our readers. Every month we highlight photographs in the genres of architecture, portrait, outdoor, street and a flex category that changes each month. In March, we started featuring urban exploration photos. In April, we'll explore the world of travel. As dedicated writers for Photofocus, we come across a lot of photographs. The photographs we choose every week have not only impressed us, but they’ve also inspired and invigorated, giving us new ideas on how to … [Read more...] about Photographer of the Week: March 18-22, 2019
On Photography: Yousuf Karsh-1908-2002
There is a brief moment when all there is in a man's mind and soul and spirit is reflected through his eyes, his hands, his attitude. This is the moment to record. -Yousuf Karsh Yousuf Karsh is inarguably the greatest photographic portraitist of the twentieth century. His subjects are a whos-who of celebrities, politicians, royalty, movers and shakers, authors and astronauts. His catalog of photos and stories about the sessions are engaging vignettes into this master of photographing people. The young Karsh Yousuf Karsh was born in Armenia, … [Read more...] about On Photography: Yousuf Karsh-1908-2002
Photographer of the Day: Jim Sollows
Category: Urbex Photographer: Jim Sollows Photo: "Abandoned" Old homes like these are a great reminder of the past. This two-story home in Fort Langley, British Columbia, is captured beautifully in black and white, with the white snow and dark trees really making it pop. While there is some graffiti present, this home has some really great bones. The photograph is a beautiful capture overall, and captures the historic nature of the home wonderfully. Originally shared with the Photofocus Readers Flickr Group. Join the group and share your … [Read more...] about Photographer of the Day: Jim Sollows
Photographer of the Day: RyuFilms
Category: Street Photographer: RyuFilms Photo: “Nishiki Market in Kyoto” I love street photography. It has the power to make you feel like you are right there in the scene. I saw this image and immediately become claustrophobic. I wouldn't have even tried to walk down that alley. I also really love that it looks like the alley is never-ending. Makes it seem other dimensional and really draws your eye in. Originally shared to the Photofocus website. Submit yours via the Photofocus website. … [Read more...] about Photographer of the Day: RyuFilms
Photographer of the Day: iLOVEnature Photography
Category: Outdoor Photographer: iLOVEnature Photography Photo: "Winter Sunset Silhouettes Nature's Inspiration" Such beautiful details in this foxtail at sunset. It's really amazing to see the shapes within the stalk. I also love the gradation of warm to cool from corner to corner in this. A wonderful reminder to pay attention to the smaller picture, it's not always about the epic sunset. Thank you iLOVEnature Photography for sharing your image with us. Originally shared with the Photofocus Readers Flickr Group. Join the group and share your … [Read more...] about Photographer of the Day: iLOVEnature Photography
Photographer of the Day: photodaddi
Category: Portrait Photographer: photodaddi Photo: "Untitled" Soft light. Window background. Young girl in a costume. Full makeup. Blue eyes. Innocent? Caught? What do these things bring to mind? This is a wonderfully simple and still complex portrait. Originally shared with the Photofocus Readers Flickr Group. Join the group and share your photo or submit yours via the Photofocus website. … [Read more...] about Photographer of the Day: photodaddi
Photographer of the Day: Martin Bishop
Category: Architecture Photographer: Martin Bishop Photo: “Gateshead Millennium Bridge Reflections” A wonderful image of a remarkable bridge! The Gateshead Millennium Bridge (also known as the Baltic Millennium Bridge) is located over the Tyne River between Gateshead and Newcastle, UK. The bridge is technically a cable-stayed arch bridge. It is the world’s first rotating bridge, designed to pivot to allow large boats to pass underneath it. The bridge, designed by Wilkinson Eyre Architects and Gifford and Partners (structural engineer), was … [Read more...] about Photographer of the Day: Martin Bishop
Photographer of the Week: March 11-15, 2019
Every weekday, Photofocus curators share a great photograph taken by one of our readers. Every month we highlight photographs in the genres of architecture, portrait, outdoor, street and a flex category that changes each month. In March, we started featuring urban exploration photos. In April, we'll explore the world of travel. As dedicated writers for Photofocus, we come across a lot of photographs. The photographs we choose every week have not only impressed us, but they’ve also inspired and invigorated, giving us new ideas on how to … [Read more...] about Photographer of the Week: March 11-15, 2019
On Photography: Horst P. Horst, 1906-1999
"I don’t think photography has anything remotely to do with the brain. It has to do with eye appeal." -Horst P. Horst Horst Paul Albert Bohrmann was his given name. He adopted Horst P. Horst as his working name and went on to become an icon of American photography. Starting out Horst began by studying architecture and assisting the famous architect Le Corbusier in Paris. He became acquainted with George Hoyningen-Huene and began his career as a photographer. By 1931 he was working for French Vogue. He had mounted a well-received exhibit at … [Read more...] about On Photography: Horst P. Horst, 1906-1999
Show us your favorite places to travel for Photographer of the Day!
The Photofocus team has been traveling a lot lately, and we'd love to see where you're going, too! For April, we're looking for photos related to traveling the world. Whether it's a trip to Disney World or exploring Antarctica, show us your favorite photographs as you explore new places and see new things! To get started and submit your photos, click here, or share them on our Flickr, 500px or Facebook communities. We can’t wait to see your photos! … [Read more...] about Show us your favorite places to travel for Photographer of the Day!
Photographer of the Day: Thomas Clark
Category: Urbex Photographer: Thomas Clark Photo: "Untitled" What appears to be an old diner, Thomas' photograph captures the outside weed growth starting to take over the structure. The structure looks like it was kept up nicely, with the windows and aluminum still in good shape. The fast diner culture took a hit in the late 90s and early 2000s, and hasn't really come back. Several diners closed and this is a great reminder of those restaurants. It's captured beautifully, and the post-processing style on the photograph really alludes to the … [Read more...] about Photographer of the Day: Thomas Clark
Photographer of the Day: Zedith Photography
Category: Street Photographer: Zedith Photography Photo: “photographer on balances” Zedith had this to say about his image, "Caught while taking some street pictures with my light cameras ... Well, I look like relaxed and comfortable indeed." Which had me thinking is this a selfie? Did another photographer take this? Maybe it's his reflection in the glass? Originally shared to the Photofocus website. Submit yours via the Photofocus website. … [Read more...] about Photographer of the Day: Zedith Photography
Photographer of the Day: Andre vd Meulen
Category: Outdoor Photographer: Andre vd Meulen Photo: "Line to Infinity" I love the mystery in this. Where do those trees disappear to? Some mystical land. Beautifully composed with soft tones to lead us into the image and create a sense of wonder. Thank you Andre for sharing your image with us. Originally shared with the Photofocus Readers Flickr Group. Join the group and share your photo or submit yours via the Photofocus website. … [Read more...] about Photographer of the Day: Andre vd Meulen
Photographer of the Day: Robert Armstrong
Category: Portrait Photographer: Robert Armstrong Photo: "Wedding Day" One of the most special days in a couple's lives is their wedding day. Robert Armstrong creates a memorable group portrait of a bride and her attendants in their sleepwear on the morning of the big event. This simple, sweet photograph will be a treasure for all of the women who are in it for a lifetime. And who knows for how many generations to follow. Originally shared with the Photofocus Readers Flickr Group. Join the group and share your photo or submit yours via the … [Read more...] about Photographer of the Day: Robert Armstrong
Photographer of the Day: Rudy Pilarski
Category: Architecture Photographer: Rudy Pilarski Photo: “haven bw” Like many of Rudy’s images, exacting framing and symmetry are key characteristics of his architectural photographic work. This corridor-like structure, plus the reflective surfaces of the subject leads the viewer’s eye to a very strong and haunting vanishing point. Originally shared with the Photofocus Readers Flickr Group. Join the group and share your photo or submit yours via the Photofocus website. … [Read more...] about Photographer of the Day: Rudy Pilarski
Photographer of the Week: March 4-8, 2019
Every weekday, Photofocus curators share a great photograph taken by one of our readers. Every month we highlight photographs in the genres of architecture, portrait, outdoor, street and a flex category that changes each month. In March, we started featuring urban exploration photos. In April, we'll explore the world of travel. As dedicated writers for Photofocus, we come across a lot of photographs. The photographs we choose every week have not only impressed us, but they’ve also inspired and invigorated, giving us new ideas on how to … [Read more...] about Photographer of the Week: March 4-8, 2019
Sunday Comics: Not funny, but great advice
Great advice from Photofocus writer Scott Wyden Kivowitz. … [Read more...] about Sunday Comics: Not funny, but great advice
On Photography: Margaret Bourke-White, 1904-1971
"Saturate yourself with your subject and the camera will all but take you by the hand." - Margaret Bourke-White Margaret Bourke-White was a pioneering photojournalist who was the first to document Soviet industry in the 1930s. During that time she photographed in Germany and the dust bowl of the American midwest. Her storied career Margaret Bourke-White was hired by Henry Luce, the founder of Time and Life magazines, in 1929. Her assignment was to cover business and industry for Fortune magazine. She was there photographing the vault in the … [Read more...] about On Photography: Margaret Bourke-White, 1904-1971
Photographer of the Day: Joe Dzikiewicz
Category: Urbex Photographer: Joe Dzikiewicz Photo: "Abandoned Cell" Closed in 1996, this photograph was taken at the Lorton Workhouse in Lorton, VA. According to the photographer, since its closure as a prison, much of it has been converted to artist studios, but one building still has the old cells. The old roll of toilet paper here is a great find, and perfectly placed! It helps to show off the age and deterioration of the prison cell, but really gives light into what daily conditions were like, making this a great example of urban … [Read more...] about Photographer of the Day: Joe Dzikiewicz
Photographer of the Day: Johann Walter Bantz
Category: Street Photographer: Gino Domenico Photo: “les Samedi après Novembre 2018, près pour l’ ACTE XIV” Man this image by Gino Domenic title "les Samedi après Novembre 2018, près pour l’ ACTE XIV" is incredibly powerful. The emotion and chaos you feel is almost too hard to handle. Beautiful photo journaling. Originally shared with the Photofocus Readers Flickr Group. Join the group and share your photo or submit yours via the Photofocus website. … [Read more...] about Photographer of the Day: Johann Walter Bantz
Photographer of the Day: Hani Bader
Category: Outdoor Photographer: Hani Bader Photo: "Underwater" The first thing that made me stop and look at this image was the color. The bright blue with the red/orange plant just pop. Secondly, the shape of the plant makes me feel and see the motion of the water moving it around and waving toward the divers. The silhouettes of the divers add just a little bit more interest and make this image something different. It would be beautiful without as well but the divers give the whole image context. Thank you Hani for sharing your image with … [Read more...] about Photographer of the Day: Hani Bader
Photographer of the Day: mxfelix01
Category: Portrait Photographer: mxfelix01 Photo: "Refugee Eyes" Portraits aren't always beautiful. Even when the subject is tragic or appears that way, a great photographer can see and record the spirit of the subject. This photograph does that very well. Originally shared with the Photofocus Readers Flickr Group. Join the group and share your photo or submit yours via the Photofocus website. … [Read more...] about Photographer of the Day: mxfelix01
Photographer of the Day: Pamela Aminou
Category: Architecture Photographer: Pamela Aminou Photo: “Different perspectives” Part of the consideration for architects is the environment in which their structure is going to be, and how it interacts with other buildings and structure in its setting. This image is a great example of how the shape and reflective surfaces of a building can interact with neighboring buildings which also feature reflective surfaces. Simplifying the presentation is the form-enhancing rendition of a monochromatic image. Originally shared with the Photofocus … [Read more...] about Photographer of the Day: Pamela Aminou
Photographer of the Week: February 25-March 1, 2019
Every weekday, Photofocus curators share a great photograph taken by one of our readers. Every month we highlight photographs in the genres of architecture, portrait, outdoor, street and a flex category that changes each month. In March, we started featuring urban exploration photos. In April, we'll explore the world of travel. As dedicated writers for Photofocus, we come across a lot of photographs. The photographs we choose every week have not only impressed us, but they’ve also inspired and invigorated, giving us new ideas on how to … [Read more...] about Photographer of the Week: February 25-March 1, 2019
On Photography: Gordon Parks, 1912-2006
"I bought my first camera in Seattle, Washington. Only paid about seven dollars and fifty cents for it." -Gordon Parks Gordon Parks was in many respects a Renaissance man. He excelled at documentary photography, as a musician and as a director of significant motion pictures. Farm Security Administration (FSA) Gordon Parks taught himself photography with his $7.50 pawnshop camera. He found work at the FSA despite having no formal or professional training. He quickly developed a style. That style made him a famous, celebrated photographer of … [Read more...] about On Photography: Gordon Parks, 1912-2006
Spending time with fellow creatives
How often do you get together with other photographers or even other artists? Spending time with those who share our passions can be helpful in several ways. Be inspired or inspire someone Everyone is at a different point on their path. Spending time with someone who is further down the path is a great way to learn about what you want to do or learn and it can also help you to figure out what you don’t want to do. Ask questions, ask for help with what you’re struggling with. Most photographers are more than willing to help. The same holds … [Read more...] about Spending time with fellow creatives
Photographer of the Day: Davide Ibiza
Category: Urbex Photographer: Davide Ibiza Photo: "23 dic 2018 Urbex Sardegna" This photograph, taken in the Sardinia region in Italy, showcases what appears to be chemicals in an abandoned room. What I love here is the depth of field, as well as the colors. Urbex can sometimes be very dark and un-saturated, but by adding in the colors from the labels and liquid, it brings some life to the otherwise abandoned location. Originally shared with the Photofocus Readers Flickr Group. Join the group and share your photo or submit yours via the … [Read more...] about Photographer of the Day: Davide Ibiza
Photographer of the Day: Jeff Clouet
Category: Street Photographer: Jeff Clouet Photo: “3 friends walking” Dear Jeff, Thank you so much for sharing your work. It is truly captivating, powerful and moving. I am obsessed with it all. Sincerely, An admirer of your work Originally shared to the Photofocus website. Submit yours via the Photofocus website. … [Read more...] about Photographer of the Day: Jeff Clouet
