Quantcast
Channel: Influential Photographers Archives - Photofocus
Browsing all 38 articles
Browse latest View live

Image may be NSFW.
Clik here to view.

On Photography: Jim DiVitale, 1957-2016

“Getting it right in the camera was critical when I was shooting 8 by 10 film. There was no retouching. Back then I didn’t take pictures, I crafted photographs. Each one was a work of art that could...

View Article


Image may be NSFW.
Clik here to view.

Capturing winter landscapes in dreamy pastel hues

Winter is here! Some of you are most likely looking forward to capturing scenes fitting of the classic Winter Wonderland theme. Or, some may be thinking about how to make your winter snaps this year...

View Article

Image may be NSFW.
Clik here to view.

On Photography: Kevin Ames, 1952-present

“Creativity is about the craft of photography. I think of it this way — It’s not the lens, it’s the lensmanship.” Kevin Ames Kevin Ames is a lifelong commercial photographer in love with the craft of...

View Article

Image may be NSFW.
Clik here to view.

Portrait photography puts the spotlight on the beauty of age

Exploring the subject of beauty has been a popular pursuit in creative disciplines like portrait photography, and we see it portrayed in many different ways. We see it a lot in themes and subjects like...

View Article

Image may be NSFW.
Clik here to view.

Film photography project shows shared lives in one roll

If you ask any film photographer about what keeps them shooting with the medium, I’m sure that among the reasons you’ll get is the community and its collaborative spirit. I am often inspired by...

View Article


Image may be NSFW.
Clik here to view.

Five photographers you should follow for surreal imagery

Surreal imagery is one of the most fascinating and enduring visual trends in photography in recent years. So, we won’t be surprised if some of you are curious about this style and drawn to give it a...

View Article

Image may be NSFW.
Clik here to view.

Yuya Parker: Bringing freshness and creativity to commercial photography

When it comes to commercial photography, some of us may have the impression that there’s only so much you can do to get creative. The genre heavily leans toward client directive, so it’s not uncommon...

View Article

Image may be NSFW.
Clik here to view.

Revealing colorful geometric details in architecture

If you’re in need of a creative exercise for developing your eye for details, getting into architecture photography is one of your options. You can think of photographing architecture as hunting for...

View Article


Image may be NSFW.
Clik here to view.

Liza Roberts: Creating captivating make-believe worlds through fantasy...

For many creative minds, photography is one of the many paths they can take to share how they see the world. To those who have a taste for the surreal, however, fantasy photography allows them to bring...

View Article


Image may be NSFW.
Clik here to view.

Overexposed: Book of portraits all made on film

Jesse Dittmar’s new book, “Overexposed,” shows his personal work shot on film during digital portrait assignments. He may very well be this century’s Yousuf Karsh. Celebrities in black & white When...

View Article

Image may be NSFW.
Clik here to view.

Seven historical women photographers you should know

You may have heard of some of the women photographers on this list. Maybe not all of them, but at least one or two, I’m guessing. In celebration of Women’s History Month, we wanted to share these seven...

View Article

Learning from the intimate and experimental photography of Sally Mann

When it comes to emotive imagery, the deeply personal black and white photography of Sally Mann remains influential and inspirational. With so many of us drawing ideas and motivation from personal...

View Article

Image may be NSFW.
Clik here to view.

Impermanence: Abstract beauty of ice caves in Iceland

Iceland is home to some of the most breathtaking natural wonders that are just begging to be photographed. So, it’s not surprising to see many photographers finding inspiration everywhere and coming up...

View Article


Image may be NSFW.
Clik here to view.

Street portraits inspiring us to capture interesting characters

When it comes to street photography, the first thing that often comes to mind is showing a slice of life with people going about their daily activities. Some photographers also do well in introducing...

View Article

Image may be NSFW.
Clik here to view.

Creative self-portraits reflect the surreal worlds of the soul

I find creative self-portraits to be incredibly tricky to pull off. By that, I mean photos that go beyond the vain, clout-driven selfies that flood social media. I’ve always been impressed with...

View Article


Image may be NSFW.
Clik here to view.

Abstract aerial photography reveals “Chemical Waste Art”

Lately, we’ve placed the spotlight on some of the most impressive aerial photography projects that show the genre’s affinity with abstract art. The latest on our list is a series by London-based...

View Article

Image may be NSFW.
Clik here to view.

Cinematic photography heightens suspense in narratives

If you want your photography to be story-driven, adapting a cinematic style will most likely help you nail the job. It allows several elements to come together to evoke the mood and feel of movie...

View Article


Image may be NSFW.
Clik here to view.

Nick Irwin: Capturing the beauty of distant lands and the great outdoors

Every landscape photographer’s journey into the craft often begins with a love for the great outdoors and a taste for adventure. Michigan-based landscape photographer, content creator, influencer and...

View Article

Image may be NSFW.
Clik here to view.

Documenting human presence through urban exploration

When we speak of abandoned places, the first thing that often comes to mind is how lonely or eerie they are. Frightening in their decay and unsettling in their disarray, most urban exploration...

View Article

Image may be NSFW.
Clik here to view.

The power of looking up in architecture photography

When it comes to architecture photography, looking up is inevitable. Towering skyscrapers will often force you to point your camera to their height. Some buildings and architectural elements also only...

View Article
Browsing all 38 articles
Browse latest View live