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DPC posted in the group Daily Photo Digest
Ruth Bernhard: Spanish Dancer, 1971
Photo Credit: Heritage Auctions
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Ruth Bernhard (1905–2006), a pioneer in photographing the nude form, believed in transforming the human body into visual poetry. Her photograph Spanish Dancer (1971) illustrates this philosophy, turning a simple pose into an elegant exploration of form and emotion. The d…Read More
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DPC posted in the group Daily Photo Digest
Jaime Rojo. Saving the Monarchs, 2024
Photo Credit: World Press Photo Archives
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Captured at the El Rosario Monarch Butterfly Sanctuary, part of the Monarch Butterfly Biosphere Reserve in Michoacán, Mexico, this photograph by Jaime Rojo highlights the delicate balance required for the monarch butterfly’s survival. The scene depicts a la…Read More
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DPC posted in the group Daily Photo Digest
Roy Schatt: James Dean in Window with Cigarette, ABC Studios, New York City, 1954
Photo Credit: Heritage Auctions
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Roy Schatt (1909–2002), an acclaimed American photographer, was known for capturing the raw essence of cultural icons. A close friend and mentor to James Dean, Schatt’s work often revealed the vulnerability and depth behind the…Read More
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DPC posted in the group Daily Photo Digest
René Burri: Men on a Rooftop, São Paulo, Brazil, 1960
Photo Credit: Heritage Auctions
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René Burri (1933–2014), a legendary Swiss photographer and Magnum Photos member, captured this iconic image of four silhouetted men on a rooftop in São Paulo. Known for his mastery of composition and keen eye for geometry, Burri often explored themes of mo…Read More
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DPC posted in the group Daily Photo Digest
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DPC posted in the group Daily Photo Digest
Annie Leibovitz. Leonardo DiCaprio with a Swan, 1997
Photo Credit: SCV History
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This portrait has always intrigued me with its ingenious composition and execution. Captured for Vanity Fair in 1997, it features a young Leonardo DiCaprio, his neck entwined with a swan. Some critics find this photograph rather eerie, even morbid, but I see it as…Read More
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DPC posted in the group Editing & Retouching
Split Toning for Colour Studio Portraits
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I’ve always loved using split toning for B&W photos to create contrast and mood, but recently I’ve realised how transformative it can be for colour portraits, especially in the studio. By balancing **cool tones** in the shadows and **warm tones** in the highlights, you can add a cinematic quality and…Read More
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DPC posted in the group Mobile Photography
The best camera is the one that’s with you! Scott Kelby talks about using your smartphone as your second camera for travel photography.
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DPC posted in the group Daily Photo Digest
Discover the fascinating life and work of Vivian Maier in this insightful biography by Alan Yentob. A reclusive nanny whose brilliant photography was only discovered after her death.
#AlanYentob #VivianMaier #PhotoDigest #Biography #MastersOfPhotography
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Hello, I'm Lens Liz, and welcome to my world of photography gadgets! Some people collect stamps; I collect gear. I delve into camera wonders – from the classic allure of DSLRs to cutting-edge mirrorless marvels. But why stop at cameras? Let's explore the full spectrum of gear: lenses from fisheyes to primes, to zooms - I've got them all and can talk about them endlessly. Then there are tripods that stand the test of time, flashes that ignite your creativity, and filters that add a dash of magic to your shots.
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Love the softness and how elegant this nude was done