Women war photographers are fascinating to read and learn about. I’ve been reading quite a bit of historical fiction lately and many of the books take place during wartime periods. Several of these books and stories and had me digging
If you raised your hand and said “yes” to the question above, you’re in for a treat! As a film photographer, I still find those heartwarming Kodak Christmas ads fascinating. For one, we don’t see camera companies make these types
With the election around the corner, wouldn’t it be fun to rank the top 10 most photogenic U.S. presidents? I thought so, too. First, to be photogenic, a president had to be photographed a few times. Not only that, but
On this 19th anniversary of the September 11, 2001 attacks, we remember through photography. Those who lost their lives that day will not be forgotten. Below are a few of our favorite photographs from our Flickr group, in remembrance of
Photos are known for their stories and ability to spark emotions. Every photo has a story behind it. Whether that is a calm sunny day or a battlefield full of bloodshed after a war. Many things leave us baffled after
Photography did, in fact, affect paintings, their significance and their relevance. In the 19th Century, photography took the spotlight when it came to realistic art pieces. And its presence alongside traditional art forms has often led people to ask, “Is
The ways how photography changed art may not be particularly dramatic, but they are not to be taken for granted. But for the record, it was a significant change. Photography has contributed to an improvement in the quality of life
Fifty years ago, today, July 20, 1969, the whole world paused to watch a really fuzzy video in black and white of Neil Armstrong stepping onto the surface of the moon. That week the July 25, 1969 issue of Time
I feel like this topic is one that can be debated from here to eternity. It’s a fun discussion where everyone is right. Which has more emotion, black and white photographs or color photographs? I wanted to bring this up
(Editor’s note: In this guest post, Atlanta photographer, Ron Sherman, recounts his Baseball Hall of Fame photo of Hank Aaron rounding the bases after hitting home run number 715 breaking Babe Ruth’s long-standing record.) The record breaker and friends On April
“In photography, there is a reality so subtle that it becomes more real than reality.” – Alfred Stieglitz Alfred Stieglitz is best known as the photographer who made photography accepted as a form of art. During his 5 decades-long career,
“The real thing that makes a photographer is more than just a technical skill, more than turning on the radio. It has to do with the force of inner intention. I have always called this a visual signature…” — Linda
The Ruggard Lynkx 45 SlingPack … is it a backpack or a sling bag? When I was asked if I wanted to review a camera bag, I said sure as long as it’s not a backpack. Backpacks are not my
Overnight, Epson introduced a new line of SureColor P-Series wide-format printers. Aimed at photographers and businesses with high-volume photo fulfillment, retail photo labs and graphic art production, the new 24 and 44-inch models are slated to launch later this year,
You might have really young children that show an interest in photography. Consider giving them the joy of photography. You could give them a camera at a family barbeque, gathering, Fourth of July event, family vacations and more. They can
It is summertime and you are off to the beach. Here are some tips to improve your sunset shots. Bracket Sunset exposures can be tricky. With bracketing, you have a better chance of getting a properly exposed image. Or you
Even if you don’t have any photoshoots in the pipeline, it’s always a great idea to prepare for future projects. That’s where you can use technology within your fingertips to your advantage. There’s virtually an app for everything, including planning for outdoor
Looking for a new lens and wondering which focal length to choose? Here’s a comparison to help you understand the differences and pick the right wide-angle lens. Let’s have a comparison Here are the pictures from three different prime lenses:
There is a place in the United States of America where if you happen to glance out your window as you drive past on the highway, you might see a metal sculpture of a skeletal man leading an equally skeletal
California has much more than its famous coastlines. It’s a large, gorgeous state with the towering Sierra Nevada Mountain range, forests, glaciers and dramatic vistas. There’s many places to go out to photograph, enjoy the fresh air and if necessary,
For a limited time, Skylum is offering current Luminar and Aurora HDR customers a huge discount on the latest versions of the software! Plus, you can save on template and sky packs to help get you going with your photos
“The photo world, in general, was very machismo, Sophie was small and quiet, but she made her presence known. She was making street photography when New York was really at its nadir. The camera made her fearless. It gave her
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