I can’t recall the time when I discovered Saul Leiter’s work. I guess I was searching for the top ten street photographers on the Internet. But I didn’t look into it too much after hearing this. I then started to further research on Saul Leiter and admired not only his pictures, but his understading ofContinue reading “Saul Leiter’s Street Photography tips”
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Henri Cartier-Bresson’s Photography Composition
Henri Cartier-Bresson (1908-2004) was one of the 20th century’s most celebrated portrait and street photographers. His images in the world are famous, and familiar. He has worked with the world’s most popular newspapers and magazines. In fact, he was one among the founders of Magnum Agency, the world’s first independent photography agency.Before Cartier-Bresson started workingContinue reading “Henri Cartier-Bresson’s Photography Composition”
Wes Anderson’s Centre Composition
The films by Wes Anderson look completely different from the majority of film directors. Every frame is like the cover of an album – beautiful, rich in colours, and with a masterful symmetry. Wes Anderson is the most straightforward director in modern cinema today, but his films are both peculiar and visually informative at theContinue reading “Wes Anderson’s Centre Composition”
Motion Blur Photography
Motion Blur photography is primarily about capturing a scene where a subject is still in motion while everything surrounding the subject is blurred. Using motion blur to produce beautiful pictures from weddings to sports pictures. The trick is understanding the difference between camera shake and motion blur. The former is a particular photographic technique, oneContinue reading “Motion Blur Photography”
Infrared Photography: Filter Emulation
Infrared photography creates certain very distinct effects that make them attractive to the aesthetics. The most striking distinction is the “Oak Effect,” an effect in which leaves absorb light to give them a brilliant white look. This influence is named after Robert W. Wood, the photographer who is considered the founder of infrarot photography. ThisContinue reading “Infrared Photography: Filter Emulation”
Cycling in the UK: A Photographic Collection
Bicycling has become a long-term pursuit that provides both long-term and short-term benefits. It’s an enjoyable practise including being outdoors and away from the less useful activities like tv, monitor and refrigerator. It is a keen interest that not only the young and active should participate, but also children as young as infants as wellContinue reading “Cycling in the UK: A Photographic Collection”
Street Photography Exploring London: Camden Town
Camden Town is one of the world’s most-visited cities. This is a city that stands out for its uniqueness, home to misfits, writers, singers, tattoo artists and burlesque dancers. Perhaps the 60’s marked the greatest change in the history of Camden Town, when it became a centre of cultural transformation. In reality, rock and psychedeliaContinue reading “Street Photography Exploring London: Camden Town”
Street Photography Exploring London: Brick Lane
One of East London’s most popular streets has to be Brick Lane. Brick Lane is steeped in history and home to some of the best places for dining in London, not to mention shops and street art. It has a fascinating history and is one of the most popular places to visit today in theContinue reading “Street Photography Exploring London: Brick Lane”