More than a hundred years ago, a photographer by the name of A. R. Gurrey self-published The Surf Riders of Hawaii, the first book dedicated entirely to the subject of surfing. By the 1930s, John Heath “Doc” Ball helped establish surf photography as a profession. In the 1960s, Leroy Grannis documented the surf scene at… Continue reading Surf’s up: 11 tips for jaw-dropping surf photography
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Macro photographer Levon Biss’ big bug pictures magnify tiny species’ oversized impact
The endangered butterfly Gonepteryx maderensis, commonly called the Madeira brimstone, lives in the mountains of the Madeira islands. As caterpillers, they feed on just one type of tree, which is itself threatened by an invasive plant species. Levon Biss The natural reaction for many of us upon spotting an ant, termite, or other unseemly creature… Continue reading Macro photographer Levon Biss’ big bug pictures magnify tiny species’ oversized impact
Antigone Kourakou’s surreal exploration of nature & humanity, plus five other photo books for summer 2022
From Antigone Kourakou’s “Transfiguration”. © Antigone Kourakou In this month’s photo books selection, we take a look at an expansive annotated selection of Alec Soth’s work; a collection of images by famous photographers all shot on “the other film” (Polaroid); flowers in contemporary photography; Antigone Kourakou’s surrealist B&W images of women and nature; Curran Hatleberg’s… Continue reading Antigone Kourakou’s surreal exploration of nature & humanity, plus five other photo books for summer 2022
Best Photo Light Boxes for 2022
Stan Horaczek Best overall Fositan Photo Box Check Price Best kit Godox LST40 Check Price Best value Neewar Photo Studio Light Box Check Price A photo light box—otherwise known as a light tent or shooting tent—can make product photography a much faster and simpler process. These little boxes are essentially small studios with built-in backgrounds… Continue reading Best Photo Light Boxes for 2022
Cedrine Scheidig explores notions of home, place, and the Afro-Caribbean diaspora
Reading Time: 3 minutes Each year, British Journal of Photography presents its Ones To Watch – a selection of emerging image-makers, chosen from a list of nearly 450 nominations. Collectively, these 15 talents provide a window into where photography is heading, at least in the eyes of the curators, editors, agents, festival producers and photographers we… Continue reading Cedrine Scheidig explores notions of home, place, and the Afro-Caribbean diaspora
Fashion Photography: 9 Tips and Techniques
The post Fashion Photography: 9 Tips and Techniques appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Natalie Denton (nee Johnson). Looking to level up your fashion photography? You’ve come to the right place. As an experienced fashion photographer, I’ve spent years developing tricks and techniques for gorgeous images – and in this article,… Continue reading Fashion Photography: 9 Tips and Techniques
We didn’t start the fire, but we want to see your best photos of heat
Get creative—the interpretation of ‘heat’ is up to you. Getty Images An erupting volcano. Spicy food that causes you to break out into a sweat. A fiery sunset. Heat is interesting, varied, and complex. It spans the natural elements to the heights of emotion. Inspired by the rising temperatures as the summer solstice approaches, this… Continue reading We didn’t start the fire, but we want to see your best photos of heat
Best GoPro accessories for 2022
Stan Horaczek Best for extreme athletes Chesty Performance Chest Mount Check Price When it comes to a natural viewpoint and steady shooting, chest mounts seriously outperform head mounts. Best for shooting in the dark GoPro Light Mod Check Price With output up to 200 lumens, this little light provides a surprising amount of illumination. Best… Continue reading Best GoPro accessories for 2022
Best trail cameras of 2022
Make sure you capture everything you want to. Scott Carroll via Unsplash There are many ways to enjoy the great outdoors and commune with nature, but introducing a human presence in wild spaces can cause unavoidable changes in wildlife behavior. The best trail cameras or game camera on the market allow you to witness the… Continue reading Best trail cameras of 2022
Best Dell monitors in 2022
Stan Horaczek Best overall Dell P2720D Check Price Best for gaming Alienware AW2521H 360Hz Gaming Monitor Check Price Best for photo editing Dell UltraSharp U2723QE Check Price Dell monitors may seem like an afterthought compared to its computers, but the company makes some truly excellent displays that deserve consideration. Dell’s offerings come with adjustable stands… Continue reading Best Dell monitors in 2022