Photographers give this some thought today: Dear Photographer taking my family’s pictures today. All people are unique. All Families are different. Please don’t make us pose unnaturally to our natures. My toddler does not sit still and pulls faces when he does – you’ll need to be prepared for that. We are not just some other family … Read moreDear Photographer, Tip, Love Your Client.
Growing up in South Africa I have seen way, way, way too many wildlife pictures. I detest them. One lion picture looks like them all. Dry grass and lion. Dry grass and bush pig. Muddy buffalo stares you down. Spots in tree equals Leopard. I yawn before I’ve even open a wildlife calendar. Because of my attitude I’ve probably missed quite a few good shots in the past few years.
I received an email this week which captured a unique African wildlife moment. I was excited to read about it and get the photographers name. No name. That got me mad. Who published this without the photographer’s name? I tell you who. It was the kind of person that goes up to a photographer and … Read morePhantom Origin Images
I would love to do this for a party (my husbands) but it would also make a cute decor item. See the Etsy shop girliepains by Mel Stringer.
The Diana World Tour is down under and got me thinking. Among the photographs of the DWT Customised Clones gallery I found this image I’m loving this customised clone by Angela Mitchell and Leah Dent. It’s like fashion for your camera. Now why can’t big beefy digitals get the same treatment? Just think what a hit you will … Read moreHave you heard about the Diana World Tour? Here’s an Update
South African Designer Ryan Frank has pulled out cork as a way to protect the precious surfaces of our expensive techno gadgets. Pads, pods, laptops, cells and readers will all be safe from scratches and eco-stylish. View the sleeves here.
And the camera accessories keep coming in. This find is a “film role cozy” lovingly formed as a Leica by “So Cute It Hurts”. So how do you dress your camera gear up?
While stumbling through cute camera charms for my previous post I found a necklace to express true devotion to the craft of photography. Yes it is a vintage light meter plate hang around a neck quite elegantly on a gold chain. A conversation piece if ever there was one and a declaration of your love … Read moreCrazy photo find
No not your camera… the other love. The human love of your life. I would love to wear this charm around my neck as a link to my Husband photographer. There are many jewelery options for photography lovers here Cuff links are also available to better suit the photo-men
Light Leaks low fidelity photography, is a magazine for film lovers. We admire the “fiercely independent” style and high quality print. The latest issue, “HolgaPalooza 2010”, features the winners of their Holga competition. You can view PDF’s of the magazine before deciding to purchase. Back issues are also available if you can’t get enough of the amazing images … Read moreRefreshing Photography in Print