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Diptych = love!
*MsPixie
reports, 8h 50m ago
reports, 8h 50m agoA diptych is a photograph that uses two different or identical images side by side to form one single artistic statement. The two images can literally be in contact with each other, or separated by a border or frame.
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NWF 2009 Photo Contest Winners
^kkart
reports, 6h 34m ago
reports, 6h 34m agoNational Wildlife Federation 2009 Photo Contest Winners
The 39th annual National Wildlife Federation photography competition has ended, and the winners have been announced. The images are completely inspiring (the Bald Eagle-Starling shot is just unreal!) Make sure to click on the link that says "National Wildlife PhotoZone" at the bottom of the first paragraph to see all the winning entries!
The 39th annual National Wildlife Federation photography competition has ended, and the winners have been announced. The images are completely inspiring (the Bald Eagle-Starling shot is just unreal!) Make sure to click on the link that says "National Wildlife PhotoZone" at the bottom of the first paragraph to see all the winning entries!
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Express Yourself
*Jenipho
reports, 22h 42m ago
reports, 22h 42m agoExpression is a mirror of the soul, so take a look into this collection and discover the magic!
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under-appreciated(1)
*dienus
reports, 1d 23h ago
reports, 1d 23h agoThese deviations come from artists who are greatly under-appreciated
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At the intersection of imagination with ideas
*HeretyczkaA
reports, 1d 1h ago
reports, 1d 1h agoimagination and ideas
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Your happyness
~I-Scream-For-You
reports, 1d 9h ago
reports, 1d 9h agoAnother news feature with some of my favourite photos ^^
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Stop Wasting Time
^kkart reports, 1d 3h ago
reports, 1d 3h agoThe Photo Focus Photography Blog takes a look and examines how many of us actually are wasting time with our photography, and how we can cut things down to where we are having more photos that are "keepers"
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M U S I C is all around us
~Maniula
reports, 2d 9h ago
reports, 2d 9h agoWhat is music? Maybe just a heaven with notes instead of stars.
Collection of great photos of... M U S I C
Collection of great photos of... M U S I C
Photography News This Week
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MY LAST WONDERFUL FAVs.
*m0thyyku
reports, November 18
reports, November 18a collection of some of my last favs. some wonderful art! (:
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Photography for the Spirit
*Sortvind
reports, November 18
reports, November 18 A collection of inspirational and special selected photos during the last weeks.
Being an artist is more then just making artwork, it is about appreciating other peoples wonderful visions.
Show them some love
Being an artist is more then just making artwork, it is about appreciating other peoples wonderful visions.
Show them some love
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HUGE FEATURES - Amazing Works
=ScorpionEntity
reports, 1d 4h ago
reports, 1d 4h agoAmazing artworks. All areas of art. Huge feautres!
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b/w vol.2
=ZanaSoul
reports, 1d 4h ago
reports, 1d 4h agoInspiring b/w photography, that just invites you to start exploring more and more.
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White colour <3
~Muov
reports, November 20
reports, November 20White is purity, cleanliness, and innocence. Over 100 photos
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Photos Feature 16th
~MarcheTheChaosAngel
reports, November 16
reports, November 16feature for nov 16th, people I watch look to see if you also got in
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Express Yourself
*Jenipho reports, 22h 42m ago
reports, 22h 42m agoExpression is a mirror of the soul, so take a look into this collection and discover the magic!
Who loved it?
~CheyMurray *Smith28 ~Void-Hamlet-Herself =48photography =Pandinus =GoberSA ~Mario4155 *SwordOfScotland =CynthiaCynical @mackattack23 *DAPoliticalForum =nemeziz ~nano10-9 =sillverrfoxx =largethomas ~projektDREAMPhotography
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Harsh Climates : Desert Photojournalism
~projektDREAM
reports, July 14
reports, July 14 Alright so not too many of you know me, my name is Joshua Fulmer and I’m working in Iraq with the United States Marine Corp. I am in no way a professional photojournalist just some one with a bit of experience in using my camera in less than habitable environment for electronics. Because I’ve had a few people inquire as to good methods, tips, and usage of cameras in Iraq. I thought I might take a bit of time and put my two cents in on what my understanding is. Now though this article will not be applicable to everyone, what article really is?
Anyhow, back on subject. There are some things to keep in mind while conducting photojournalism in the desert:
Anyhow, back on subject. There are some things to keep in mind while conducting photojournalism in the desert:
- Photojournalism isn’t like “traditional” photography, so it is considered acceptable to take many shots of the same thing.
- What that means for you is this: memory is vital if you want to keep that high quality while capturing a lot more images.
- Don’t feel silly when you take 200 pictures in a day.
- Be patient when looking through the shots you have taken, don’t just blow through a certain section of similar photographs. There could be that split second shot where you really captured someone’s eyes smiling. Or the sorrow of some ones memories portrayed in their expression.
- In the desert we have quite a lot of sand and wind, when the two of them meet up they really don’t agree with our cameras.
- Get UV filters for your lenses, they aren’t too expensive and are a great way to protect lenses that you might want to use for something besides just desert photojournalism. I know the sand speckles really portray were you are, but they don’t look great in a studio shot.
- Look into buying a Pelican case not only for your camera and lenses but for your cards as well. I personally have both, but unfortunately I don’t keep my camera in the case because I like having mine out at all times just incase there is that one shot.Links at bottom of page.
- Caps caps caps, Keep them on. As well as a good supply of either canned air or lens cloths.
- The sun can; not only affect your camera but you as well.You need to take care of yourself as well as your gear.
- Bring plenty of water! If you are thirsty you are already dehydrated.
- Wear sunscreen. I personally don’t because I like to consider myself as somewhat of a tough guy, and I choose not to take the time at the beginning of each day. I’ll tell you what, there are days I regret it, and if you are not accustomed to a desert climate the sun will tear your skin up!
- Shade, you need it. Do everything you can to stay in the shade whenever possible, wear a hat. Same goes for your gear, there have been times where I picked up my camera and thought it was much too hot and might have gotten damaged, I’ve been lucky so far.
- Travel in at least pairs if not groups, especially when first getting acclimated to your newly found paradise.
- If you are out and about by yourself and get dehydrated you might not notice your conditions where as some one else would.
- It’s a bit more fun to experience some photographic adventures when you aren’t alone.
- Safety, it’s the biggest point here. Traveling in the desert can be very hazardous. And unless you are an expert at desert survival it isn’t the best idea to go out by yourself. Even if you are it still isn’t a great idea.
- Composition shouldn’t be one of your main focuses when doing photojournalism on the “branch” I am.
- Your primary concern should be your safety.
- Keep in mind you can adjust your composition and the likes in Photoshop if absolutely necessary.
Now facts about my gear:Truth be told, I don't think my dearest camera will make it to the end of this deployment sometimes. I've managed to have the filter attaching threads broken off, so no protection for the lens. I've already taken well over six thousand shots this deployment so add that with buying it used and I start to get worried. The sand does nothing but eat away at her.
The reason I bring that up is, you need to keep in mind if you don't keep your gear very well protected the desert is going to eat it all up. The sand has no mercy, and the wind simply encourages the sand. So to finish it all up. Happy Shooting Folks
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 reports, 1d 19h agoBecoming a better artist means knowing how to challenge yourself, and maintaining a positive attitude even when nothing seems to be working out the way you want it to. This article explores how to push yourself to do things you never thought you could do. 157 HUGE FEATURES - Amazing Works=ScorpionEntity
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