By pascaljappy | Art & Creativity , How-To
We know from the previous episode that the 1.85:1 (ish) and 2.4:1 formats are favoured by filmmakers. That motion blur is used to soften the transition from frame to frame, and that lenses are chosen for a look that complements the desired mood of the film. What are the other aspects of movie photography that […]
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By pascaljappy | Travel Photography
It would be a stretch to describe the Calanques National Park, near Marseilles, as un undestination. But it definitely is a backyard gem for me. Located roughly 30 minutes from home, and offering landscapes that rival most dreaded ‘gram favourites, it makes me feel ashamed of never devoting a post to the area before. Let’s […]
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By John Wilson | Travel Photography
Who’s Bruckner? What’s Bralorne? And where’s Bradian? Let’s begin at the beginning. I grew up in a house full of music, including the classical composers and performers of the day and four piano players (one of them considered concert grade). There was a time when I was perfectly content with all the usual suspects … […]
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By Paul Perton | Opinion , Uncategorized
Steve (and Mrs Steve) seem to have had COVID early last year. They got sick on their trip to Australia and New Zealand, struggled for a few weeks and eventually recovered. Recently, while getting his annual flu vaccination, Steve was told by one of his GP’s team that the widely held belief in the village […]
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By pascaljappy | How-To
Why are stories essential? What is storytelling? And how do photographs and films serve those best? The tension between fact and story in both media is interesting and telling. While photographic competitions regularly dismiss work that has been edited and is thought not to convey some sort of sanctified truth, many photographers today are claiming […]
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By Lad Sessions | Art & Creativity
As fall foliage gave way to wintry scenes, I have increasingly gravitated toward black and white imagery; in the bleak midwinter, images apparently turn monochromatic. Naturally, given my bent, this tendency prompted reflection. I enjoy making black and white images, learning as I go, though I do not feel especially competent. I offer the following […]
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By Ian Varkevisser | Travel Photography
Weighing in at over a ton each and having been photographed well over a million times, sisters Rio and Senio Rita are our two local superstars. Gaining a subsistence living from the sea by netting fish from shore-based boats is an age-old manner of earning a living. The two colourful sisters have been the backbone […]
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By Pascal Ollier | Travel Photography
I do not remember when I fell in love with Italy, as it goes back such a long, long time ago. Wherever I go there, granted for short visits, I seem to come across beautiful places, good food and friendly people. A number of years ago, we found a sweet spot to spend some […]
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By pascaljappy | How-To
Recent movies such as Blade Runner 2049, Interstellar, The Joker or Parasite exhibit a level of aesthetic control that hinges on lighting, set dressing and camera equipment, and makes a trip to the moon seem like an improvised picnic. Can a solo photographer create something vaguely similar without 9-figure budgets and months of creative work? […]
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By Paul Barclay | How-To
This article is inspired by Pascal’s article regarding the large format look. It is also partially because I am not satisfied with my comments to Pascal’s article. Large format has a “look”, and as I mentioned in my comment, I am not sure that I really remember what that look is. So, I opened my […]
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