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DPC posted in the group Daily Photo Digest
Steve McCurry: Afghan Girl, 1984
Photo Credit: Sharbat Gula, “Afghan Girl,” cover page, National Geographic Magazine, June 1985This image, captured by Steve McCurry, is perhaps one of the most iconic portraits of our era. Known for his travel and documentary photography, McCurry has recently shifted his focus towards fine-art projects.
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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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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
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Danie Bester posted in the group Black and White Photography
Danie Bester. Sandton City Atrium, 2015
ISO-100, 196 sec at f/8, Bulb Mode. Canon 6D, 40mm lens. Tripod.Long Exposure shot. NiSi ND Filters.
Lightroom Edit: Crop and Exposure Enhancements using Radial Gradients to Dodge and Burn to enhance the contrast.#BlackAndWhitePhotography #Architecturalphotography #FineArtPhotography
Her eyes mimicking the wall behind her and the spots of green in her clothes makes this compelling. The contrasting orange places all the focus on her eyes. Wild eyes, maybe scared. The viewer can’t look away and that makes it a masterpiece.