This document discusses fine art portrait photography. It begins by defining fine art as visual art created for aesthetic or intellectual value rather than practical purposes. Fine art portrait photography captures a person's essence and character in an artistic vision. It requires skilled photography to manipulate elements like lighting, location and props. The document then discusses traditional portrait photography versus fine art portraits, which are intended as wall art. It provides tips for poses in fine art portraits, such as separating arms from the body. The goal of fine art portraits is to create images that evoke emotion and stand the test of time as heirlooms for future generations.
I will produce portraiture photography exploring themes of discovery. Subjects will pose with various expressions to depict discovering new aspects of themselves, ranging from depression to creativity. The photos could show viewers discovering peoples' lives and feelings. I will photograph my classmate Shania posing to represent being happy but sad inside and that not everyone is what they seem. I will also photograph my friend Alix posing for several images representing themes like being a child at heart and keeping things locked up. In post-production, I will dodge and burn photos, adjust levels and exposure, blur backgrounds, and modify contrasts and colors. When shooting, I will use a central vantage point, consistent camera settings depending on lighting, low key lighting with
Nir Arieli is a contemporary fine art photographer who focuses on capturing movement through layered images and long exposures of dancing. John Stezaker is a historical photographer who creates collages by combining found images, such as combining portrait photographs with landscape images placed over faces. Luca Biada is a contemporary landscape photographer whose work is edited through heavy post-production to look like miniature worlds.
Lin Alsop is a Second Life artist interviewed by Michaela Foote for a digital ethnography project. Alsop creates 3D sculptures and installations that she displays and sells in her in-world art gallery. Foote conducted a live interview with Alsop, asking questions about her artistic process and inspirations. Alsop's work often features bronze sculptures depicting the human form to convey emotions like intimacy. She finds inspiration in relationships and enjoys experimenting with different mediums like metal and textures. Foote analyzed the content of the interview and compared Alsop's approach to other Second Life artists, finding she aims to please buyers while still pursuing her creative vision.
Written Essay - A2 Photography Proposal hannah1994
Hannah Rewbury proposes a documentary photography project focused on expressing personalities through body features and style. In the first half of the project, she will experiment with pinhole photography and photographing feet, as well as studio lighting techniques and photographing shoes. She plans to visit a Martin Parr exhibition for inspiration and take photos in Bristol documenting people. In the second half, she will focus on occupations and how body features are used, such as photographing a mechanic's hands. She will continue experimenting with darkroom techniques and be inspired by photographer John Coplans' abstract photos of hands and knees.
This document discusses different types of photography including war photography, fashion photography, and documentary photography. It provides details about war photographer Zoriah Miller who risks his life to document conflicts around the world without guaranteed pay. In contrast, famous fashion photographer Annie Leibovitz earns millions taking photos to advertise products. While both serve important roles, the document argues war photography is more significant as it informs people about critical global issues.
Landscape, fashion, advertising, and portrait photography have all changed significantly over the past century due to advances in technology. Landscape photography has benefited from new cameras and lighting equipment that produce higher quality images. Fashion photography now features brighter colors, more elaborate sets, and eye-catching designs compared to older black and white portraits. Advertisements also use more vivid colors and digital editing today to draw attention compared to simpler ads of the past. Portrait photography now aims to capture personality and expression through deliberate poses.
Fashion photography has existed since 1856 and is used primarily to advertise clothing and accessories in magazines and advertisements. It shows models wearing the latest styles and fashions. Over time, fashion photography has become more revealing with models showing more skin. Selfies are now a very popular form of portrait photography where people take photos of themselves using their smartphone cameras to share on social media.
Nick Knight is a highly influential fashion photographer known for his editorial work in magazines like Vogue and his founding of SHOWstudio.com. He is renowned for his experimental style using unconventional poses, lighting, and digital manipulation. Irving Penn was also a legendary fashion photographer, known for his sophisticated black and white images in Vogue from the 1940s-2000s featuring elegant poses and minimalist styles. Both photographers are masters of their craft, though Knight takes a more creative experimental approach while Penn's work has a classic refined style.
I will produce portraiture photography exploring themes of discovery. Subjects will pose with various expressions to depict discovering new aspects of themselves, ranging from depression to creativity. The photos could show viewers discovering peoples' lives and feelings. I will photograph my classmate Shania posing to represent being happy but sad inside and that not everyone is what they seem. I will also photograph my friend Alix posing for several images representing themes like being a child at heart and keeping things locked up. In post-production, I will dodge and burn photos, adjust levels and exposure, blur backgrounds, and modify contrasts and colors. When shooting, I will use a central vantage point, consistent camera settings depending on lighting, low key lighting with
Nir Arieli is a contemporary fine art photographer who focuses on capturing movement through layered images and long exposures of dancing. John Stezaker is a historical photographer who creates collages by combining found images, such as combining portrait photographs with landscape images placed over faces. Luca Biada is a contemporary landscape photographer whose work is edited through heavy post-production to look like miniature worlds.
Lin Alsop is a Second Life artist interviewed by Michaela Foote for a digital ethnography project. Alsop creates 3D sculptures and installations that she displays and sells in her in-world art gallery. Foote conducted a live interview with Alsop, asking questions about her artistic process and inspirations. Alsop's work often features bronze sculptures depicting the human form to convey emotions like intimacy. She finds inspiration in relationships and enjoys experimenting with different mediums like metal and textures. Foote analyzed the content of the interview and compared Alsop's approach to other Second Life artists, finding she aims to please buyers while still pursuing her creative vision.
Written Essay - A2 Photography Proposal hannah1994
Hannah Rewbury proposes a documentary photography project focused on expressing personalities through body features and style. In the first half of the project, she will experiment with pinhole photography and photographing feet, as well as studio lighting techniques and photographing shoes. She plans to visit a Martin Parr exhibition for inspiration and take photos in Bristol documenting people. In the second half, she will focus on occupations and how body features are used, such as photographing a mechanic's hands. She will continue experimenting with darkroom techniques and be inspired by photographer John Coplans' abstract photos of hands and knees.
This document discusses different types of photography including war photography, fashion photography, and documentary photography. It provides details about war photographer Zoriah Miller who risks his life to document conflicts around the world without guaranteed pay. In contrast, famous fashion photographer Annie Leibovitz earns millions taking photos to advertise products. While both serve important roles, the document argues war photography is more significant as it informs people about critical global issues.
Landscape, fashion, advertising, and portrait photography have all changed significantly over the past century due to advances in technology. Landscape photography has benefited from new cameras and lighting equipment that produce higher quality images. Fashion photography now features brighter colors, more elaborate sets, and eye-catching designs compared to older black and white portraits. Advertisements also use more vivid colors and digital editing today to draw attention compared to simpler ads of the past. Portrait photography now aims to capture personality and expression through deliberate poses.
Fashion photography has existed since 1856 and is used primarily to advertise clothing and accessories in magazines and advertisements. It shows models wearing the latest styles and fashions. Over time, fashion photography has become more revealing with models showing more skin. Selfies are now a very popular form of portrait photography where people take photos of themselves using their smartphone cameras to share on social media.
Nick Knight is a highly influential fashion photographer known for his editorial work in magazines like Vogue and his founding of SHOWstudio.com. He is renowned for his experimental style using unconventional poses, lighting, and digital manipulation. Irving Penn was also a legendary fashion photographer, known for his sophisticated black and white images in Vogue from the 1940s-2000s featuring elegant poses and minimalist styles. Both photographers are masters of their craft, though Knight takes a more creative experimental approach while Penn's work has a classic refined style.
Nick Knight is a highly influential fashion photographer known for his editorial work in magazines like Vogue and his role as founder of SHOWstudio.com. He is renowned for experimental, creative photography using lighting, color, and digital manipulation to achieve unique aesthetic effects. Irving Penn was also a seminal fashion photographer, known for his sophisticated black and white portraits and still lifes for Vogue in the 1940s-1960s. Both photographers direct elaborate studio shoots to creatively showcase fashion and celebrity subjects through controlled lighting and poses against plain backgrounds.
Jerry Uelsmann is known for his photomontages from the 1960s that combine different themes and sensibilities through double exposures and layering. His images depict familiar places but with strange framing that take the viewer on an imaginative journey. Most contain hands framing the scene to convey a message of unlimited potential.
Hannah Höch was a pioneer of photomontage who critiqued ideas of beauty in the early 20th century. She created collages by cutting up photos and rearranging facial features and body parts, often of women, to make statements about gender and society.
Anna Bodnar takes traditional photos and heavily manipulates them digitally to create symbolic, emotional art
This document provides tips and techniques for macro photography based on a student's GCSE Art Photography coursework. It includes 15 tips for macro photography such as using a ring flash or twin lite flash to keep the shutter speed fast when shooting moving subjects. It also discusses focusing manually, being patient, cropping images tightly, using extension tubes, setting up shots, and using a tripod. The document analyzes photos and techniques of several macro photographers and provides examples of the student's own macro photos along with reflections on the techniques and styles of different artists.
Magazine front cover textual analysis: Vogue and EmpireKatieLockwood3
This magazine cover analyzes how media language creates meaning. It uses:
- A pink/purple color palette suggesting it's for women.
- Revealing clothing on the model to draw attention.
- Heavy makeup and jewelry indicating wealth and success to persuade readers.
The masthead places Gigi Hadid's name in front of the 'G' to highlight her fame. Cover lines provide insights and her direct gaze connects with readers. Her large name anchors her identity. The colors, lines, and model aim to appeal to aspirational women readers.
Here are a few key points from Todd Hido's interview:
- Charge the air with energy and tension. Create an atmosphere that draws the viewer in.
- Look for moments of vulnerability or intimacy between people. Capturing real human connection and emotion makes for powerful portraits.
- Experiment with lighting, composition, and context to bring out psychological elements beyond just the physical appearance. Ambiguous settings allow for interpretation.
- Focus on the eyes and facial expressions. They are windows into the soul that can convey deep meaning without words.
- Let the portrait linger with viewers after they've looked away. Aim to make images that stick with people and spark reflection.
- Study the masters of the genre
Types and uses of photography - Heather Wilkinson Louise Reed
Portrait, fashion, advertising, landscape, and photojournalism are the main types of photography discussed. Key photographers mentioned for each type include Yousuf Karsh, Diane Arbus, Mario Testino, David Bailey, Ansel Adams, and David Burnett. The document also compares older and more modern examples of each photographic style, noting evolutions in technology, subjects, and cultural contexts over time.
This document discusses what makes a good photo by listing 12 elements: intimacy, human interest, mood, camera angle, spontaneity, contrast, drama, light and shadow, luminosity, realism, innovation, and creativity. It then provides examples and further explanation of each element. Intimacy involves close relationships while human interest draws the viewer in. Mood sets the atmosphere and camera angle provides unique perspectives. Spontaneity comes from natural feelings. Contrast includes variations in many attributes while drama creates emotional impact. Light and shadow, luminosity, and realism depict scenes realistically. Innovation introduces new perspectives and creativity comes from original expression.
This document discusses fashion photography and profiles three fashion photographers - Mario Testino, Peter Coulson, and Maria Lankina. It provides background information on each photographer and examples of their work. Mario Testino is described as one of the world's most influential photographers, known for his work with magazines like Vogue. Examples shown portray a man mimicking a dog's expression and a model posing with her hand on her face. Peter Coulson specializes in beauty, fashion, and fetish photography with strong, sensual images and a twist of humor. Examples depict two women controlling a man and a woman posing oddly on a chair. Maria Lankina is an accomplished fashion and conceptual portrait photographer, with examples showing a
The document provides summaries of and comments on photographs from the websites of various photographers. Some key points made about the photos include:
- Liking how a snake and model are blended together yet their bodies can still be seen separately.
- Appreciating the intricate body paint designs that represent everyday objects or put the human body in unnatural poses.
- Noting how simple backgrounds without distractions allow the human figures or animals to stand out.
- Praising photos that use lighting, colors, or silhouettes innovatively to draw attention or provide focal points.
The comments analyze compositional elements, subjects, and techniques used across the various photographers' works.
This document contains Jamie Haire's idea book for her photography business. It includes sections on portrait and fine art photography, lighting and location ideas, marketing strategies, posing techniques, and post-processing. For each section, Jamie provides examples of inspirational photographs and describes elements she finds appealing, such as dramatic lighting, natural settings like forests and barns, unique marketing materials, poses that look fun or flattering, and compositing techniques in fine art photography. The idea book serves as a reference for Jamie to develop her skills and visual style in different areas of photography.
Editorial photography or amazing portraits? An amateur photographer’s guideJanique Goff Madison
One of the most common mistakes in photography that people try to highlight the meaning behind every single photo. Many individuals start their photography journey often look for things like nature scenes to build an understanding of how to use their camera. Others however that have a little understanding are sometimes looking for more. This hunger for becoming a better photographer can be inuenced by what’s illustrated online, through social media and even what you see at art galleries. For the most part, editorial photography is having a signicant impact on the industry, and many new photographers are taking ight with this industry concept.
The document discusses Adrian Ramirez's themes, inspirations, and goals for their graphic design coursework. They take inspiration from everyday media and other artists' works. Their pieces explore themes of neon, cosmic, and surreal graphic design. They cite David LaChapelle and Leif Podhajsky as influences. Their goals are to improve their animation and film skills, create work that pleases audiences and themselves, and continue using art to express themselves as they finish their last semester of study.
The document provides guidance for a photography unit that focuses on transformation. It outlines four assessment objectives:
1) Develop - Students must analyze 5 images by relevant photographers and use the research to inform their own work.
2) Experiment - Students must take 3 sets of observations in response to 3 ideas, showing refinement over time. They must include contact sheets, edits, and enlargements.
3) Record - Students must complete a minimum of 8 sets of observations/recordings over the duration of the unit. They should demonstrate technical skills like composition, exposure, etc.
4) Realize - Students must further develop and refine their best ideas, working towards a 10-hour examination period exhibition at the end
This document provides instructions for an assignment on photographic manipulation techniques. Students are asked to experiment with three different techniques inspired by the works of several artists. The techniques include sewing additions onto vintage photos like Julie Cockburn, using a hole punch to create textures in landscapes like Aliki Braine, and creating embroidered details on images like Farhad Ahrarnia. Students are also encouraged to make photo collages using cut up images like Melinda Gibson and Joachim Schmidt. The goal is for students to learn new skills and have hands-on practice applying techniques to their own photos in creative ways.
This document discusses different types of photography including fashion, advertising, photojournalism, portrait, landscape, and macro photography. It provides examples and comparisons of images from different eras to show how each genre has evolved over time due to changes in technology and artistic styles. Famous photographers are also mentioned for each category.
This document discusses various photographic uses and techniques in different industries. It covers fashion photography using models and editing to portray unrealistic body standards. It also discusses landscape, portrait, and Instagram photography. Famous photographers mentioned include Mario Testino, Annie Leibovitz, and Ansel Adams. The document provides a brief history of fashion trends over the last 100 years from conservative 1910s styles to modern skinny jeans. It highlights the impacts of different media on body image issues.
David Hockney is a British artist born in 1937 who was an important contributor to pop art. He is known for his experimentation with photomontages in the 1970s and 1980s, creating collages from multiple photographs. The document discusses Hockney's technique of taking many close-up photos of a subject and arranging them to form a composite image. It also explains how modern photographers can create photomontages digitally using Photoshop.
The photograph depicts a couple sitting in a cafe. The woman is smiling and embracing her partner, but their reflection in the mirror shows the woman with a different, more serious expression. The photograph captures the juxtaposition between public and private emotions. Taken in 1932 in Paris by Hungarian photographer Gyula Halasz, known as Brassai, the black and white photograph used available light to portray intimacy between the couple and raise questions about societal expectations.
12 lessons trent parke has taught me about street photographyDomingos Neto
Trent Parke is renowned for his street photography that captures emotional moments through masterful use of light. He has taught the author several lessons:
1. Pay close attention to light, as it can transform an ordinary photo into an extraordinary one. Shoot when light is pristine, like during sunrise/sunset.
2. Get lots of practice shooting to improve. Parke took over 3,600 photos to capture a special image after weeks of trying.
3. Channel personal emotions into photos to make them meaningful, as Parke did after experiencing loss. He shoots photos personally rather than objectively.
This month’s edition features Lou Jones’ article 'Why Take Photographs, our Thanksgiving Photography Tips & Tricks, a look at what’s possible with PicsArt Photo Studio, our interview with Surreal Photographer Frank Herfort, some of the best artwork from our users, and so much more!
By "straight" photography, I am referring to the act of making an image that depicts a scene in sharp focus and with minimal manipulation. I say minimally, because historically, the "straight" photographers or "purists" did, in fact, enhance their images in the darkroom for things like exposure, contrast, tone, etc. What they did not do, in contrast to the pictorialists, is manipulate the image by adding Vaseline to their lenses or chemicals to their negatives and so on to achieve a more dreamy or painterly appearance. In other words, straight photography is about aiming the camera and taking a photograph — what you see is what you get. And, what you get is what you present to the world. Facing reality, as it were.
Nick Knight is a highly influential fashion photographer known for his editorial work in magazines like Vogue and his role as founder of SHOWstudio.com. He is renowned for experimental, creative photography using lighting, color, and digital manipulation to achieve unique aesthetic effects. Irving Penn was also a seminal fashion photographer, known for his sophisticated black and white portraits and still lifes for Vogue in the 1940s-1960s. Both photographers direct elaborate studio shoots to creatively showcase fashion and celebrity subjects through controlled lighting and poses against plain backgrounds.
Jerry Uelsmann is known for his photomontages from the 1960s that combine different themes and sensibilities through double exposures and layering. His images depict familiar places but with strange framing that take the viewer on an imaginative journey. Most contain hands framing the scene to convey a message of unlimited potential.
Hannah Höch was a pioneer of photomontage who critiqued ideas of beauty in the early 20th century. She created collages by cutting up photos and rearranging facial features and body parts, often of women, to make statements about gender and society.
Anna Bodnar takes traditional photos and heavily manipulates them digitally to create symbolic, emotional art
This document provides tips and techniques for macro photography based on a student's GCSE Art Photography coursework. It includes 15 tips for macro photography such as using a ring flash or twin lite flash to keep the shutter speed fast when shooting moving subjects. It also discusses focusing manually, being patient, cropping images tightly, using extension tubes, setting up shots, and using a tripod. The document analyzes photos and techniques of several macro photographers and provides examples of the student's own macro photos along with reflections on the techniques and styles of different artists.
Magazine front cover textual analysis: Vogue and EmpireKatieLockwood3
This magazine cover analyzes how media language creates meaning. It uses:
- A pink/purple color palette suggesting it's for women.
- Revealing clothing on the model to draw attention.
- Heavy makeup and jewelry indicating wealth and success to persuade readers.
The masthead places Gigi Hadid's name in front of the 'G' to highlight her fame. Cover lines provide insights and her direct gaze connects with readers. Her large name anchors her identity. The colors, lines, and model aim to appeal to aspirational women readers.
Here are a few key points from Todd Hido's interview:
- Charge the air with energy and tension. Create an atmosphere that draws the viewer in.
- Look for moments of vulnerability or intimacy between people. Capturing real human connection and emotion makes for powerful portraits.
- Experiment with lighting, composition, and context to bring out psychological elements beyond just the physical appearance. Ambiguous settings allow for interpretation.
- Focus on the eyes and facial expressions. They are windows into the soul that can convey deep meaning without words.
- Let the portrait linger with viewers after they've looked away. Aim to make images that stick with people and spark reflection.
- Study the masters of the genre
Types and uses of photography - Heather Wilkinson Louise Reed
Portrait, fashion, advertising, landscape, and photojournalism are the main types of photography discussed. Key photographers mentioned for each type include Yousuf Karsh, Diane Arbus, Mario Testino, David Bailey, Ansel Adams, and David Burnett. The document also compares older and more modern examples of each photographic style, noting evolutions in technology, subjects, and cultural contexts over time.
This document discusses what makes a good photo by listing 12 elements: intimacy, human interest, mood, camera angle, spontaneity, contrast, drama, light and shadow, luminosity, realism, innovation, and creativity. It then provides examples and further explanation of each element. Intimacy involves close relationships while human interest draws the viewer in. Mood sets the atmosphere and camera angle provides unique perspectives. Spontaneity comes from natural feelings. Contrast includes variations in many attributes while drama creates emotional impact. Light and shadow, luminosity, and realism depict scenes realistically. Innovation introduces new perspectives and creativity comes from original expression.
This document discusses fashion photography and profiles three fashion photographers - Mario Testino, Peter Coulson, and Maria Lankina. It provides background information on each photographer and examples of their work. Mario Testino is described as one of the world's most influential photographers, known for his work with magazines like Vogue. Examples shown portray a man mimicking a dog's expression and a model posing with her hand on her face. Peter Coulson specializes in beauty, fashion, and fetish photography with strong, sensual images and a twist of humor. Examples depict two women controlling a man and a woman posing oddly on a chair. Maria Lankina is an accomplished fashion and conceptual portrait photographer, with examples showing a
The document provides summaries of and comments on photographs from the websites of various photographers. Some key points made about the photos include:
- Liking how a snake and model are blended together yet their bodies can still be seen separately.
- Appreciating the intricate body paint designs that represent everyday objects or put the human body in unnatural poses.
- Noting how simple backgrounds without distractions allow the human figures or animals to stand out.
- Praising photos that use lighting, colors, or silhouettes innovatively to draw attention or provide focal points.
The comments analyze compositional elements, subjects, and techniques used across the various photographers' works.
This document contains Jamie Haire's idea book for her photography business. It includes sections on portrait and fine art photography, lighting and location ideas, marketing strategies, posing techniques, and post-processing. For each section, Jamie provides examples of inspirational photographs and describes elements she finds appealing, such as dramatic lighting, natural settings like forests and barns, unique marketing materials, poses that look fun or flattering, and compositing techniques in fine art photography. The idea book serves as a reference for Jamie to develop her skills and visual style in different areas of photography.
Editorial photography or amazing portraits? An amateur photographer’s guideJanique Goff Madison
One of the most common mistakes in photography that people try to highlight the meaning behind every single photo. Many individuals start their photography journey often look for things like nature scenes to build an understanding of how to use their camera. Others however that have a little understanding are sometimes looking for more. This hunger for becoming a better photographer can be inuenced by what’s illustrated online, through social media and even what you see at art galleries. For the most part, editorial photography is having a signicant impact on the industry, and many new photographers are taking ight with this industry concept.
The document discusses Adrian Ramirez's themes, inspirations, and goals for their graphic design coursework. They take inspiration from everyday media and other artists' works. Their pieces explore themes of neon, cosmic, and surreal graphic design. They cite David LaChapelle and Leif Podhajsky as influences. Their goals are to improve their animation and film skills, create work that pleases audiences and themselves, and continue using art to express themselves as they finish their last semester of study.
The document provides guidance for a photography unit that focuses on transformation. It outlines four assessment objectives:
1) Develop - Students must analyze 5 images by relevant photographers and use the research to inform their own work.
2) Experiment - Students must take 3 sets of observations in response to 3 ideas, showing refinement over time. They must include contact sheets, edits, and enlargements.
3) Record - Students must complete a minimum of 8 sets of observations/recordings over the duration of the unit. They should demonstrate technical skills like composition, exposure, etc.
4) Realize - Students must further develop and refine their best ideas, working towards a 10-hour examination period exhibition at the end
This document provides instructions for an assignment on photographic manipulation techniques. Students are asked to experiment with three different techniques inspired by the works of several artists. The techniques include sewing additions onto vintage photos like Julie Cockburn, using a hole punch to create textures in landscapes like Aliki Braine, and creating embroidered details on images like Farhad Ahrarnia. Students are also encouraged to make photo collages using cut up images like Melinda Gibson and Joachim Schmidt. The goal is for students to learn new skills and have hands-on practice applying techniques to their own photos in creative ways.
This document discusses different types of photography including fashion, advertising, photojournalism, portrait, landscape, and macro photography. It provides examples and comparisons of images from different eras to show how each genre has evolved over time due to changes in technology and artistic styles. Famous photographers are also mentioned for each category.
This document discusses various photographic uses and techniques in different industries. It covers fashion photography using models and editing to portray unrealistic body standards. It also discusses landscape, portrait, and Instagram photography. Famous photographers mentioned include Mario Testino, Annie Leibovitz, and Ansel Adams. The document provides a brief history of fashion trends over the last 100 years from conservative 1910s styles to modern skinny jeans. It highlights the impacts of different media on body image issues.
David Hockney is a British artist born in 1937 who was an important contributor to pop art. He is known for his experimentation with photomontages in the 1970s and 1980s, creating collages from multiple photographs. The document discusses Hockney's technique of taking many close-up photos of a subject and arranging them to form a composite image. It also explains how modern photographers can create photomontages digitally using Photoshop.
The photograph depicts a couple sitting in a cafe. The woman is smiling and embracing her partner, but their reflection in the mirror shows the woman with a different, more serious expression. The photograph captures the juxtaposition between public and private emotions. Taken in 1932 in Paris by Hungarian photographer Gyula Halasz, known as Brassai, the black and white photograph used available light to portray intimacy between the couple and raise questions about societal expectations.
12 lessons trent parke has taught me about street photographyDomingos Neto
Trent Parke is renowned for his street photography that captures emotional moments through masterful use of light. He has taught the author several lessons:
1. Pay close attention to light, as it can transform an ordinary photo into an extraordinary one. Shoot when light is pristine, like during sunrise/sunset.
2. Get lots of practice shooting to improve. Parke took over 3,600 photos to capture a special image after weeks of trying.
3. Channel personal emotions into photos to make them meaningful, as Parke did after experiencing loss. He shoots photos personally rather than objectively.
This month’s edition features Lou Jones’ article 'Why Take Photographs, our Thanksgiving Photography Tips & Tricks, a look at what’s possible with PicsArt Photo Studio, our interview with Surreal Photographer Frank Herfort, some of the best artwork from our users, and so much more!
By "straight" photography, I am referring to the act of making an image that depicts a scene in sharp focus and with minimal manipulation. I say minimally, because historically, the "straight" photographers or "purists" did, in fact, enhance their images in the darkroom for things like exposure, contrast, tone, etc. What they did not do, in contrast to the pictorialists, is manipulate the image by adding Vaseline to their lenses or chemicals to their negatives and so on to achieve a more dreamy or painterly appearance. In other words, straight photography is about aiming the camera and taking a photograph — what you see is what you get. And, what you get is what you present to the world. Facing reality, as it were.
By "straight" photography, I am referring to the act of making an image that depicts a scene in sharp focus and with minimal manipulation. I say minimally, because historically, the "straight" photographers or "purists" did, in fact, enhance their images in the darkroom for things like exposure, contrast, tone, etc. What they did not do, in contrast to the pictorialists, is manipulate the image by adding Vaseline to their lenses or chemicals to their negatives and so on to achieve a more dreamy or painterly appearance. In other words, straight photography is about aiming the camera and taking a photograph — what you see is what you get. And, what you get is what you present to the world. Facing reality, as it were.
Experimental photography is the manipulation of techniques or technologies to depict the impossible. It often reuses existing techniques in new ways. Photographers face difficulties as equipment and materials become discontinued. Experimental photography includes four categories: historical, contemporary, traditional, and non-traditional. Mariah Robertson is a contemporary experimental photographer based in Brooklyn known for her manipulated digital images that violate photographic rules. Kayla Varley is a Los Angeles-based photographer who produces intimate black and white self-portraits that tell personal stories. Ronny Engelmann is a German photo artist who creates strange but wonderful manipulated images to depict his fantastical ideas.
This document contains forwards by several photographers about street photography. Some key points:
- Severin Koller discusses falling in love with street photography when switching to analog and how it balances his commercial work and engages his heart.
- Michael Kaiser notes street photography is both easy and difficult, requiring seeing moments and reacting quickly without imitating others' styles.
- Matthew Craig describes street photography as capturing everyday exchanges that reflect humanity and show life's simple beauty. He advocates using a Leica M to get close without barriers.
- Rainer Pawellek prefers using a Leica M with a 35mm lens to get close to subjects and interact before shooting candid moments. He advocates patience to find the
The photographer's mind creative thinking for better digital photosPietra Di Pietro
This document discusses the concept of intent in photography. It argues that the subject of a photograph may have multiple layers beyond just the obvious physical object captured in the frame. The immediate subject is often part of a larger overall subject or idea that the photographer aims to portray. Choosing the subject is the first step in establishing a photograph's intent, and this intent then influences all other creative decisions around shooting and processing the image. While some photographs may simply capture a scene as encountered, most successful photos are part of a broader project or aim that defines the treatment given to the subject. Understanding these layers of subject and a photographer's overarching intent provides important context for interpreting images.
Anna Ablett is creating an augmented reality app and is researching photography techniques. She practiced using aperture, shutter speed, and ISO settings. In a photo studio, she took pictures of bottles and learned lighting and composition skills. She edited the bottle photos in Photoshop, overlaying them on beach and bar scenes to create mock advertisements.
Here are the steps to reveal your artistic self using PicsArt:
1. Take or select a portrait photo of yourself. This will be the base.
2. Open the photo in PicsArt and add a new layer. On this layer, draw or collage images representing your interests, hobbies, dreams, etc. For example, if you love painting, add paintbrushes and a canvas.
3. Reduce the opacity of the new layer so the portrait is still visible underneath. Experiment with different opacities until your artistic elements are subtly integrated with the portrait.
4. Optionally, you can add additional layers for more details like a background representing where you feel creative. You can also use
PicsArt Monthly Magazine January Issue is Out! This month we feature travel photographer Tom Robinson, new drawing and photography tutorials, DIY Valentine's Day Cards and more!
Editorial photography or amazing portraits? An amateur photographer’s guideJanique Goff Madison
This article discusses the differences between editorial photography and portraits, providing examples to illustrate each type. Editorial photography tells an overall story or evokes emotion through the interaction of subject, lighting, composition and negative space. Portraits focus more on showcasing the individual subject. The images analyzed show how complex editing and composition can reflect different emotions depending on whether the goal is editorial storytelling or showcasing a subject.
A highly visual presentation of competitive photography principles, with many examples - covering composition, backgrounds, photos of flowers and of landscapes, etc. with many prize winning photo examples. Liberal use of humor.
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You may be familiar with portrait photography, but have you ever had the pleasure of
experiencing the fine art form? If you haven’t, it’s time you did. Fine art portrait photography has
exploded in the luxury portraiture photography market in recent years. The results are superbly
evocative and make simply stunning wall art.
Fine art portrait photographers are, in fact, artists. There is a high level of perception and skill
that goes into creating fine art portrait images in the digital world. It takes a highly skilled and
specialist photographer to do this well. It’s all about creative vision.
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2. To get a feel for what fine art portrait
photography involves, we’ve explored the
subject a little and put together some posing
tips. Let’s start with what we think fine art is.
What is Fine Art?
Fine art is visual art considered to be
something created for aesthetic or intellectual
value rather than practical purpose. According
to the Oxford dictionary, fine art is:
1. Creative art, especially visual art whose products are to be appreciated
primarily or solely for their imaginative, aesthetic, or intellectual content
2. An activity requiring great skill or accomplishment
Fine art is essentially an art form practiced for its beauty. It’s all about why it was created and
comes from a concept or idea derived from the artist. There is a difference between commercial
and fine art. The purpose of fine art is to simply exist. Historically, fine art encompassed
painting, sculpture, architecture, music, and poetry, but now includes photography, too.
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What Is a Portrait Photograph?
A portrait photograph is an image of a person or a group of people, with the face (or faces),
facial features, and expression as the main focus of attention. Traditional poses can be just
head and shoulders, half body length, or full body. Importantly, portrait photography attempts to
capture the character and unique attributes of the subject. The art is in capturing the personality
of the subject.
Portrait photography is all about a technically perfect composition. It’s a skill that requires
patience and practice. Bringing out a person’s character in front of the camera, without them
reverting to a "photo face," is the essence of good portrait photography. A portrait photograph
isn’t a candid shot. It’s carefully planned and rehearsed. The outfit, the props, the location, the
angle of the shot, and the pose are all prepared before the shoot.
What Is Fine Art Portrait Photography?
4. Let’s start with what fine art photography isn’t. It’s not a photograph capturing an event or a
memory without artistic motivation. It’s not photojournalism.
In fine art photography, the photographer is the artist, and the recording of the subject is not the
main purpose. Making an artistic statement is. A fine art portrait image is created by the
photographer as an artist and not just by the camera. The photographer’s vision is central to the
resulting shot.
A fine art portrait photograph is intended for wall art. It can sometimes be described as "décor
photography" or "photo décor." This style of photography stands in contrast to documentary-
style photojournalism in which subjects and events are captured to represent reality.
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Fine art portrait photography delivers maximum impact and depicts emotion in a vivid and
distinctive style. These portraits are timeless and capture the essence of the subject’s character
in a vision created by the photographer. The photographer may use location, props, or surreal
lighting to manipulate the image to the one he or she is trying to achieve.
Ultimately, fine art portrait photographs are the family heirlooms of the future. This is art for art’s
sake. The finest specimens are in which the subject seems amazingly real when the
photograph is positioned just in front of you.
5. Best Posing Techniques for Fine Art Portraits
Posing is a strong element in fine art portrait photography. It’s what separates the great from
the good. No matter how expensive of a kit photographers have, if they can’t direct your pose,
they won’t capture the great photograph you are hoping for. Basic posing techniques for great
fine art portraits include:
Creating separation between the arms and the body
Tucking the arms in, moving them back far enough to hide the upper arm
Forcing the chin away from the neck
Arching the back
Dropping the shoulders
Tilting the head back
Twisting the body
Making motion believable
Creating shape
(Basic Posing Techniques Source: http://blog.creativelive.com/10-basic-posing-techniques-fine-
art-portraits/)
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If you like the idea of your image hanging in your descendant’s hallway, then a fine art portrait
photograph is a must. To find the photographer that is right for you, be sure to check out image
portfolios. Go with the one that evokes the most emotion in you.
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Alexander Petrenko - March 12, 2018 [Edited]
If it is repetition of the same setup with the same props - is it still considered fine art?
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William Howell - March 12, 2018 Alexander Petrenko
Yes, yes it is. And as the article shows, you must also have a very very dark
background.
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Chad D - March 13, 2018 William Howell
period clothing is a super bonus to :) you know just like the old masters used
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Ted Chen - March 13, 2018 William Howell
lol I had a nice laugh about the dark background. I HOPE you were being
sarcastic...
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William Howell - March 13, 2018 Ted Chen
Yeah, I was being snarky. I thought fine art photography was 300 dpi
and big size, no?
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Chad D - March 13, 2018 William Howell
fine art is a moving thing you can not define one of those
moving things of course is the current trend of what actions
are popular which of course makes some work become fine
art LIMITED EDITIONS :)
or is that COLLECTIONS ? hmmmmm
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Dana Goldstein - March 13, 2018 Alexander Petrenko
And annoyed-looking kids.
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Sam Fargo - March 13, 2018 Dana Goldstein
Except for the second girl who got to be an angel. :-)
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Dana Goldstein - March 13, 2018 Sam Fargo
My kids would be pretty annoyed to be portrayed as angels lol.
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7. Sam Fargo - March 13, 2018 Dana Goldstein
When I was really small, my sisters thought I was too cute to
be a boy and talked my parents into letting them dress me as
a princess one Halloween. I was NOT amused!
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Sam Fargo - March 12, 2018
I really appreciated the discussion of art vs fine art and particularly the distinction between
portraiture and fine art portraiture but don't really understand the role of your posing tips. They
seemed more like one approach to the subject, rather than definitive to the goal. Also, while I
liked the examples, I thought their "statement" was too vague. Maybe that's part of the point
and why I'm generally not attracted to fine art. I like mystery in a photo or painting but with
stronger clues.
You've whetted my appetite. Now I'll explore the idea further.
Thanks!
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Kirk Darling - March 12, 2018
Most of the "fine art portraiture" (all of that in quotes) I've seen has been overly pretentious.
However, there are photographers out there who attend to their client portraiture with such a
high degree of classical skill that their work is attractive to those beyond the paying client--just
as has been the case of classical painted portraits that are now "fine art."
Louise et Joseph Simone of Quebec are examples of photographers who do such work.
I'd like to see a discussion attempt to quantify the characteristics of a portrait that cause it to
transcend familial interest.
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Sam Fargo - March 12, 2018 [Edited] Kirk Darling
I would like to see that discussion too. Although there are obvious examples, I think it's
just one of those things that, 'you know it when you see it.'
OMG! After writing the previous lines, I went to the Simone's site. Their work is
wonderful! Thanks! Now I have more examples of photos of which I'll never be capable.
:-(
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Chris Bruna - March 13, 2018
This is what we would call a “native add”?
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Robert Thompson - March 13, 2018
"If you like the idea of your image hanging in your ancestor’s hallway, then a fine art portrait
photograph is a must."
My ancestors? Dead people collect art now? Cool...
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Dana Goldstein - March 13, 2018 Robert Thompson
Opens up a whole new market.
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Tino C - March 13, 2018
Every photo is a fine art photo if mounted in the correct frame.
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Alexander Petrenko - March 13, 2018 Tino C
Seems like you know nothing about fine art. Frame is not enough. Proper fine art photo
should be toned into black and white with one of VSCO film presets.
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8. Dana Goldstein - March 13, 2018
"Let’s start with what fine art photography isn’t. It’s not a photograph capturing an event or a
memory without artistic motivation. It’s not photojournalism."
I wonder if photojournalists realize that they have no artistic motivation. :/ Thanks for letting
them know!
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Sam Fargo - March 13, 2018 Dana Goldstein
I'm not sure that sentence implies all photojournalism is without artistic motivation. And,
while individual photojournalists may have some artistic motivation, it's certainly not
inherent in the genre and one could successfully argue it shouldn't be. :-/ <- I win
because my emoji has a nose! ;-)
BTW, I visited your site and you have some really nice photos! :-)
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Dana Goldstein - March 13, 2018 Sam Fargo
Thanks Sam 😊 While I see what you mean, I still make the mistake of treating
Fstoppers content as though it has been cohesively written lol, so it looks like
she had a train of thought going there. I think though that everyone who picks
up a camera has some level of artistic motivation. There are plenty of other
things to do that are Lrd knows more secure than freelance photography. 😎
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Sam Fargo - March 13, 2018 Dana Goldstein
I've not seen a lot of cohesive articles here except for those written by
the same authors. Honestly, I struggle with cynicism and being overly
judgmental. This just happened to come on one of my good days and
even then, I was probably overly judgmental of the people who were
hard on the author. :-( I'm not a freelance photographer but getting a
regular paycheck isn't always that secure either. <sigh>
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LuxMind Photography - March 13, 2018
Hey Fstoppers, this is sponsored content, right? The dead give-aways are 1) According to her
LinkedIn page, the author is an "Independant (sic) Content Creator," i.e. not a professional
photographer or artist like usual; 2) Only one studio is highlighted; 3) The writing is generally
weak, over-hyped, or just plain wrong, serving to reinforce the idea that this one studio is
doing this thing called Fine Art Portraits.
I read Fstoppers every day and I appreciate all the free content. I don't mind the ads, because
I know that they pay for that content. If you want to include advertorials, that is fine too, but the
honest way to do that is to separate them from the regular articles somehow, usually with the
word Advertisement or the phrase Sponsored Content. Otherwise I feel like I just got duped.
If my suspicions are wrong, please let me know.
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Sam Fargo - March 13, 2018 [Edited] LuxMind Photography
Really? I didn't get that impression at all. Your first point is irrelevant. I think your
second point is invalid because, while there is a link to a specific studio, it isn't called
out in the text. More likely, the author didn't do as much research as you or I would like.
The facts of your third point are demonstrated in the author's article on photographing
Oxford, without any possible motivation, thereby invalidating your conclusion. And
regarding her writing style and tendency to hyperbolize, I find very few Fstoppers
articles to be particularly well-written. There are, of course, some excellent authors
among them. :-)
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LuxMind Photography - March 13, 2018 Sam Fargo
Thanks for your input. To be fair, I'm not drawing a conclusion but rather asking
a pointed question based on a few valid observations. To me they add up to a
big red flag. Sure, it may be the case that this is just an example of particularly
bad writing. I don't know the answer so that's why I'm asking the question.
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Sam Fargo - March 13, 2018 LuxMind Photography
Sorry. You did state it as a question. I guess "dead give-aways"
biased the rest of my reading.
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Ken Balch - March 13, 2018
I'd like to know how one is meant to hang an image in one's ancestor's hallway? Unless one
still owns the home, I suppose...
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Bill Reed - March 13, 2018
It is a myth, because a Photograph is never Art... a photographer is not an Artist.
Lighting is not an Art.
Pushing a button is not an Art.
Moving sliders in lightroom is not an Art.
Having models wear costumes is not an Art.
Can a photo be great, awesome, fantastic... sure, but never Art.
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Sam Fargo - March 13, 2018 [Edited] Bill Reed
Photography isn't *necessarily* art but certainly can be. I think you're conflating talent
with artistic intent.
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Hans Rosemond - March 13, 2018 Bill Reed
I think you’re taking an incredibly narrow view of what photography is. Photography is
not just sliders and buttons. It’s also chemistry, filtering, color theory, medium selection,
gear choice...etc. Photography can be every bit as hands on and flexible as a painter
with a easel.
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