Joel Grimes' work is instantly recognizable. From powerful, dynamic posing, to a rich, yet desaturated, HDR look, to masterful compositing which is both surreal and firmly grounded in reality, his photography is iconic. His work has such intensity that, when I met Joel a few years back, expected him to be equally intense and, perhaps, aloof. Instead, Joel is easy-going, approachable and generous with his time and knowledge. With that in mind, let's hear from Joel. Aside from the mechanics of photography (e.g. the exposure triangle, … [Read more...] about Offbeat with Joel Grimes
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Joel Grimes – The Story Behind the Photo
Join Photofocus' Melissa Niu and commercial photographer Joel Grimes as they explore the story behind one of Joel's favorite photo composites with soccer player, Bailey. https://youtu.be/0iDhvIGaA4U Brought to you by LensRentals - http://bit.ly/pflensrentals SongFreedom - http://bit.ly/songfreedom Photofocus - https://photofocus.com About Joel Grimes Joel is a commercial advertising photographer with a distinct style. His unique approach has earned him work from top advertising agencies and art buyers. View all of Joel Grimes's work … [Read more...] about Joel Grimes – The Story Behind the Photo
Pentax 645z Medium Format | Joel Grimes – What’s in Your Bag
Melissa Niu of Photofocus and Chase Reynolds of LensRentals.com talk with commercial photographer Joel Grimes about using the Pentax 645z medium format camera. https://youtu.be/UhxkuahHZjo Gear Discussed Pentax 645z - http://bit.ly/1um4yO2 Brought to you by LensRentals - http://bit.ly/pflensrentals SongFreedom - http://bit.ly/songfreedom Photofocus - https://photofocus.com About Joel Grimes Joel is a commercial advertising photographer with a distinct style. His unique approach has earned him work from top advertising agencies … [Read more...] about Pentax 645z Medium Format | Joel Grimes – What’s in Your Bag
Long Exposures with the Canon 17mm Tilt Shift | Joel Grimes – What’s in Your Bag
Melissa Niu of Photofocus and Chase Reynolds of LensRentals.com talk with commercial photographer Joel Grimes about shooting long exposures using filters on the Canon 17mm tilt-shift lens. https://youtu.be/yYwk1XhyOUs Gear Discussed Canon TS-E 17mm f/4 - http://bit.ly/1JaLTxx Fotodiox WonderPana 145 Essentials Kit Brought to you by LensRentals - http://bit.ly/pflensrentals SongFreedom - http://bit.ly/songfreedom Photofocus - https://photofocus.com About Joel Grimes Joel is a commercial advertising photographer with a distinct … [Read more...] about Long Exposures with the Canon 17mm Tilt Shift | Joel Grimes – What’s in Your Bag
ISO Bracketing for Harley Davidson | Joel Grimes – What’s in Your Bag
Melissa Niu of Photofocus and Chase Reynolds of LensRentals.com talk with commercial photographer Joel Grimes about using ISO Bracketing on a recent shoot for Harley Davidson Motorcycles. https://youtu.be/D5mYr8wsa8I Gear Discussed Pentax 645z - http://bit.ly/1um4yO2 CamRanger Brought to you by LensRentals - http://bit.ly/pflensrentals SongFreedom - http://bit.ly/songfreedom Photofocus - https://photofocus.com About Joel Grimes Joel is a commercial advertising photographer with a distinct style. His unique approach has earned him … [Read more...] about ISO Bracketing for Harley Davidson | Joel Grimes – What’s in Your Bag
Everything I Do is Personal Work | Joel Grimes
Melissa Niu of Photofocus and Chase Reynolds of LensRentals.com talk with commercial photographer Joel Grimes about his personal work. https://youtu.be/qc8kuY0Mk3o Brought to you by LensRentals - http://bit.ly/pflensrentals SongFreedom - http://bit.ly/songfreedom Photofocus - https://photofocus.com About Joel Grimes Joel is a commercial advertising photographer with a distinct style. His unique approach has earned him work from top advertising agencies and art buyers. Driven by the creative process, Joel views himself as an … [Read more...] about Everything I Do is Personal Work | Joel Grimes
Frank Doorhof & Joel Grimes | Photofocus Podcast 11/5/14
This week's podcast interviews photographers Frank Doorhof about his portrait work. Then, we catch up with Joel Grimes for an inspiring talk for all photographers. [soundcloud url="https://api.soundcloud.com/tracks/175621212" params="auto_play=false&hide_related=false&visual=true" width="100%" height="175" iframe="true" /] Get the show here or get it on iTunes Don't forget to post a review on iTunes. Frank Doorhof The Amsterdam-born Frank Doorhof is a noted international fashion and glamour photographer, as well as an expert on … [Read more...] about Frank Doorhof & Joel Grimes | Photofocus Podcast 11/5/14
Joel Grimes: Commercial & Advertising Portraiture
In this week's feature, I had the privilege of chatting with the talented Mr. Joel Grimes. He's one of my favorite photographers and one of my most favorite people. I'll tell you why. He's driven, motivated, creative and is not afraid to push the envelope in the photography industry. His work is unique and consistent but most importantly, he's a good-hearted man that believes in one of the most important factors of success...hard work. Driven by the creative process, Joel Grimes views himself as an illusionist, creating portraits larger … [Read more...] about Joel Grimes: Commercial & Advertising Portraiture
Photographers Tamara Lackey & Joel Grimes plus Facebook’s New Policy — Photofocus Podcast 9/15/13
Here is the new podcast feed: feed://feeds.feedburner.com/photofocuspodcast Get the show here or get it on iTunes This week's show is a triple scoop of goodness. We've got three interviews to satisfy your creative, technical, and business needs. Join hosts Rich Harrington and Melissa Niu for interviews with important thought leaders. [soundcloud url="http://api.soundcloud.com/tracks/110383072" params="color=ff9d5b&auto_play=false&show_artwork=true" width=" 100%" height="166" iframe="true" /] First up, Rich talks with Tamara Lackey … [Read more...] about Photographers Tamara Lackey & Joel Grimes plus Facebook’s New Policy — Photofocus Podcast 9/15/13
