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by Jill Waterman · Posted
There is perhaps no truer sign of summer than Independence Day in the United States. The Fourth of July is when the summer season kicks into full gear, with barbeques, pool parties, family gatherings, and road trips galore—not to mention the fireworks!
One lead-up to this holiday that I will never forget found me hurtling down the New Jersey Turnpike at sunset in a Greyhound bus. As the twilight deepened, bright bursts of fireworks began shooting up past the tree line, close by and at a distance, reflecting in the darkened glass of the
by Todd Vorenkamp · Posted
Many interchangeable-lens cameras, be it DSLR or mirrorless, are sold today with what we call "kit" lenses. Current kit lenses, in general, thanks to computer technology and advanced manufacturing techniques, are more capable and of higher quality than those of yesteryear. However, many of us who use interchangeable-lens cameras feel the gravitational pull of other lenses that are not yet in our bags.
Adding lenses to your quiver is all about choices and selection and, in photography, we often find ourselves at a sort of "gear crossroads." The
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Photographer Sergio Meléndez has been staying true to his roots and following his passion for success. After over two decades as a photographer, Melendez has learned what it takes to stay motivated and how to adapt to the changes of the industry. He shares his experience and past images to show how he got his work in multiple exhibitions in New York.
0:00 Intro
1:20 Finding my vision
5:04 Documentary photography
12:06 The documentary process
24:42 Exhibiting in New York
27:53 Turning personal passion into meaningful projects
29:16 Discussion
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Photographers have a magical ability to transport us to hidden worlds, giving us intimate access to facets of society that would otherwise go unnoticed.
Above photograph © Marcela Taboada
In today’s podcast, we sit down with Mexican photographer Marcela Taboada, whose long-term documentary projects offer revealing glimpses into under-recognized communities, for Picturing World Cultures.
Combining a passion for making pictures that let her “see backstage,” with a knack for “knocking doors” and the tenacity to win over resistant subjects,
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In today’s podcast, we’ll be talking with Norwegian photographer Naina Helén Jåma about her documentation of indigenous South Sami culture in Norway and her career as a press photographer in Scandinavia.
Above photograph © Naina Helén Jåma
Jåma details her childhood growing up in the small rural village of Snasa, where, at the age of 15, she began her career while working as a cultural interpreter and archivist at the Saemien Sijte Museum.
From there, Naina takes us on a journey through her fascinating career as a photographer, from her
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In today’s podcast, we’ll be talking with Long Island-based pediatrician and self-taught photographer Dr. Greg Gulbransen, whose newly released book Say Less documents the three years Gulbransen spent embedded with Malik, the paralyzed leader of a Crips’ set in the Bronx.
Above photograph © Dr. Greg Gulbransen
Gulbransen details his journey from wildlife and fashion photography to documenting the lives of at-risk members of the Bikes Up Guns Down club to his most recent (and most daunting) project: photographing members of a violent street
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Professional photographer Chris Orwig and B&H's Derek Fahsbender discuss Chris's most versatile lens, which covers the majority of his commercial, engagement, musician, and wedding portraits.
0:00 - Intro
0:50 - And the Lens Is...
5:32 - About Chris
7:06 - His Other Go-To Lenses
8:19 - Why This Focal Range
18:27 - The Cons
20:06 - Versatility of Images
26:01 - Does Gear Matter?
37:06 - Photoshoot Galleries
46:07 - Developing a Flow & Understanding Your Gear
56:15 - What is Right for You?
1:02:16 - Final Thoughts
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Most people’s perception of prison life revolves around sensationalized news stories and Hollywood movies depicting drab, inhospitable environments far outside our reach.
In today’s show, we’re challenging that view in a chat with two educators who use photography as a framework for teaching visual literacy and the art of storytelling to incarcerated men.
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Grace Wells (@GraceWells) produces, directs, and edits cinematic vertical videos, including her series “Making Epic Commercials for Random Objects.” Learn how she creates her content as a one-woman team, and more.
0:00 - About Wells
0:39 - From Portraits to Products
4:27 - Inspiration and Workflow
7:22 - Lightning Round
11:03 - Gear (Detailed)
13:15 - Working with Brands
16:49 - Creative Process and Editing
22:11 - Experimenting
23:37 - Getting Representation
25:39 - Hooking Your Viewers
27:45 - The Future
29:16 - Wells's Studio
30:18 -
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Zoologist and Nikon Ambassador Ron Magill got into photography to teach people to love animals. Join him for an energetic talk about his journey to Antarctica and his work with the Zoo Miami.
0:00 - Introduction
3:52 - Landscapes of Antarctica
15:17 - Wildlife of Antarctica
30:18 - Zoos
43:13 - Gear
What do you think of Magill’s work? Let us know in the Comments section, below.
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In this video, learn how Deanne Fitzmaurice finds opportunities and pushes boundaries to tell a well-rounded photo story while working with athletes and celebrities.
0:00 - Introduction
1:30 - Overview
3:11 - How Fitzmaurice’s Career Started
8:29 - Photographing Celebrities and Athletes
43:54 - Q&A
How do you tell stories with your photos? Let us know in the Comments section, below.
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“The eye should learn to listen before it looks.” – Robert Frank
Australian photographer Wayne Quilliam used to consider his camera as a tool, but today it’s become his “companion.” This is just one of the inspiring takeaways from our chat for the new monthly podcast series, “Picturing World Cultures.”
Above photograph © Wayne Quilliam
Listen in as Quilliam describes his journey—from growing up on the island state of Tasmania knowing little about his indigenous roots, to gaining a fascination with culture while traveling with the Royal
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1950s America proved fertile ground for photographers Robert Frank and Todd Webb, who both received Guggenheim Foundation grants to traverse the country in 1955 and record their respective visions. While Frank’s resulting book, The Americans, eventually made him a legend, Webb’s photographs remained unpublished, and were all but lost to history due to a 1970s-era business deal gone bad.
The saga of Webb’s unaccounted-for archive and its eventual recovery is one of the juicier tidbits from today’s show, which focuses on the long-awaited
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Have you ever struggled with editing your images to present in a portfolio or as a story pitch? If so, our conversation in this podcast might be of some help.
We recently had the great fortune to speak with one of the finest picture editors in the business, former National Geographic photographer, photo editor, and director of photography, Sarah Leen, who we interviewed as part of our coverage of B&H’s 50th Anniversary Bild Expo 2023.
Leen has worked all sides of the table, starting
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As Deanne Fitzmaurice describes it, a photojournalist's job is part sociology and part archeology, but most important, it's being on the cutting edge of what's happening, telling stories about people. It's this combination of varied disciplines, connecting with subjects, and learning something new every day that has held her fascination from her very beginnings at the San Francisco Chronicle through to the rich tapestry she's woven as a visual storyteller today. We recently sat down with Fitzmaurice to gain insights into the many facets of her