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DPC posted in the group Daily Photo Digest
Lewis Hine: Powerhouse Mechanic Working on Steam Pump, 1920
Photo Credit: WikipediaThe photo “Powerhouse Mechanic Working on Steam Pump,” taken in 1920 by Lewis Hine, is an iconic photo from a period where ‘Straight Photography’ was recognised as an art form for the first time. Before this, the art of photography was dominated by Pictorialists,…Read More
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DPC posted in the group Portrait Photography
Meaning of the word “Portrait”
The word “portrait” hails from Old French, where it meant to “paint” or “depict,” essentially capturing someone’s likeness.
When we say we’re taking a portrait, we’re not just photographing a face or a person; we’re capturing a moment, a mood, a glimpse of the soul. We are, in essence, portraying someone’s…Read More
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Michael Tree posted in the group Portrait Photography
Created this portrait today for a Matric Farewell Canon R6, EF 35MM, 1/250s, F5.6
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Well… her we go.. learning how to navigate and upload images… thought to try out with a few images shot for “The Bubbly Bar” @ The Village Stables Market. Have to admit I had to drink each set up to ensure the champagne was fresh and full of bubbles.. The shoot did get a lot more complicated as time went on … oops.
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Glen, reflective surfaces are not easy to photograph, you need to purchase the following book https://www.amazon.com/Light-Science-Magic-Introduction-Photographic-dp-0367860260/dp/0367860260/ref=dp_ob_title_bk
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DPC posted in the group Daily Photo Digest
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DPC posted in the group Daily Photo Digest
Ernst Haas. Route 66, Albuquerque, New Mexico, 1969
“Route 66, Albuquerque, New Mexico, 1969” is the most iconic work by one of the pioneers of colour photography, Ernst Haas. This photograph became a symbol of America’s automobile culture and golden years. It’s eye candy at its best, as the viewer’s eyes keep exploring the otherworl…Read More
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DPC posted in the group Portrait Photography
Photographer: @daniebester
Model: Angel MoyoISO-200, 1/640 sec at f/1.8. Canon EOS-R, RF 35mm lens.
Lightroom EditSharing some portraits of Angel, taken during a practical portrait session. Unusually, Danie chose a wide-angle lens. While most portrait photographers, including Danie, often opt for telephoto lenses like 50-85mm for APS-C…Read More
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Vincent vW posted in the group Black and White Photography
Light at the end of the Tunnel.
Fujifilm SX-10; 0.8 sec at F16, ISO200, XF16-80F4 R OIS WR)
Northern Farms MTB Routes through the tunnel -
DPC posted in the group Daily Photo Digest
Jacques Louis Daguerre. Boulevard du Temple, 1838
Photo Credit: WikipediaCaptured by Jacques Louis Daguerre, “Boulevard du Temple” is a landmark in photography history. It showcases the first humans ever to be photographed: a man getting his shoes shined and the shoe-shiner. This achievement required meticulous scientific processes and an…Read More
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Romantic poses are a key signature in the work I deliver to my clients. Hands are one of the most powerful tools we can use as photographers to direct a viewer’s attention. When our subjects touch each other delicately it gives the viewer a deeper sense of closeness. Top tip: The higher up a touch is the more intimate the pose.
To see more of my…Read More
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Some words of wisdom that encourages us to look at the world around us from a fresh perspective.
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Lesson learnt… next time i will first crop images to suit the layout of the slide show…