Today everyone takes a selfie, and phones have essentially replaced cameras. But for people who really love photography and understand this art form, cameras have not ceased to exist. Today we will talk about how old cameras looked like, how the industry developed
It is difficult to name the most expensive camera in the world, because there are many models belonging to different categories. We will distribute the most interesting samples by class and consider each of them
Yusuf Karsh: “If there is a main goal in my work, then its essence is to capture the best in people and, in doing this, remain true to myself … I have been very fortunate to meet many great men and women. These are the people who will leave a mark on our time. I used my camera to make their portraits as they seemed to me and as I felt they were remembered by my generation.”
One of the well established directors to date is Francesco Carrozzini. Young and talented, he released about a dozen short films that were presented at various film festivals
Dmitry Markov is a documentary photographer. He is engaged in publishing pictures on Instagram because of the ability to quickly share photos with subscribers, of whom he already has more than 190 thousand
The article tells about the history of photography, about World Photography Day, which is celebrated on August 19
Subject shooting at home is possible not only in fantasy, but also in reality. Many photographers, especially beginners, think that subject photography can only be done in a specially equipped studio. But they are completely wrong. Even at home, it is quite possible to create a small but effective photo studio to take high-quality pictures
Elena Shumilova is a talented photographer. She is a master of her craft, quickly becoming famous. Her work is known all over the world
Today we cannot imagine our lives without photographs, but there were times when they were considered a real miracle of engineering. Let's find out what the history of the camera was and when the first pictures appeared
Every person, spending time at the sea and enjoying the warm sun and sea, wants to remember this moment. How nice it will be after the rest, upon returning home, to review photos from the rest and remember how good it was
Outstanding portrait photographer, Arnold Newman, without a doubt, deserves special attention
History of photography in Russia. When photography first appeared in Russia, who was the founder of Russian photography and the creator of the first Russian camera. The contribution of Russian scientists and inventors to the development of photography
The camera obscura is the "great-grandfather" of modern cameras. It was this primitive device that laid the foundation for a whole art
Pregnancy - it's time for a photo shoot! A woman radiates extraordinary sensuality and charm, a man looks at her with tenderness, love and quivering expectation of a miracle. What is the best idea for a photo shoot for pregnant women with her husband? Choosing a scene, accessories, poses, clothes is not an easy task
EF 24-105/4L is one of the best general purpose standard zoom lenses. It is very durable, equipped with an excellent ring-type ultrasonic focusing motor and an image stabilizer, which allows for 3 times the exposure time compared to normal conditions
Outdoor photoshoot is a new and interesting stage of shooting for every model and photographer. Outside the premises or a special area for a beginner, there are a lot of unexpected and uncontrollable factors. Therefore, outdoor photography requires special attention
Michael Freeman has written many books. Michael loves taking pictures of architecture and art. His books are real bestsellers
Macro photography is the most difficult type of shooting, for which you need to learn its basics and have the appropriate equipment for this. Macro photography is shooting from a fairly close distance, where it is possible to capture details that will not be indistinguishable to the human eye. The most popular subjects for macro photography are flowers, insects, human eyes and any other small objects
What is the most important tool for a photographer? This is the light! It is simply impossible for a photographer to do without a photo reflector. This is such a design, which consists of a frame and a reflective material stretched over it. In the article we will tell you more about it
A good photographer is a professional specialist who does not command, but communicates in a friendly manner on the set. Using the example of Evgenia Vorobieva, the article tells what kind of attitude should be in order for the process of wedding and family photography to turn from routine work into creativity
Generations succeed each other, and what seemed unthinkable yesterday is already becoming the norm of life today. However, a person still retains the ability to be surprised. In order to understand what can impress a modern layman, you need to pay attention to the most incredible photographs in the world
A digital camera for a child has many uses. It enables adults to see the world from the perspective of children. It is also a useful learning tool to help toddlers expand their vocabulary, hone their storytelling skills and enrich their research skills
Let's understand what exposure is. It is necessary to know this not only for masters of photography, but also for amateurs who seek to know their hobby as deeply as possible
Photo artist Tom Armagh, who has been working with children for over 40 years, continues to photograph babies and create adorable clothes for them
The question of how to make black eyes in a photo interests people for various reasons. The first group wants to get rid of the red-eye effect. In this situation, only the pupils will have to be blackened. The second group of users wants to achieve demonic eyes that inspire fear in those who look at the photo
Clear transparent water, bright fruits, a whirlwind of air bubbles - all this together looks very impressive. If you are learning to shoot, be sure to try this technique as well
Pinkhasov Georgiy is a contemporary photographer born in Moscow and the only Russian invited to work at the international agency Magnum Photos. Pinkhasov is a laureate of prestigious international awards, behind the shoulders of the master - the organization of personal exhibitions, the release of photo albums, work in well-known foreign publications
David Hamilton is a British-born French photographer. He became famous thanks to a series of photographs of teenage girls. No one is indifferent to his work: fans are ready to buy pictures for fabulous money, and opponents threaten to bring him to court
Dmitriev Maxim Petrovich (1858-1948) is known as one of the most influential and promising photographers. Almost everyone knows about his work. Maxim Petrovich began his activities and talent development at the end of the 19th century, that is, a little earlier than the First World War
The world admires the professional work of renowned Australian photographer Jerry Gionis. Many clients love and respect this craftsman, and every year he improves his skill level more and more
Where is the CPL filter attached? It is always in front of the front lens of the objective. How does this device work? It filters out the direct reflections of the sun's rays at certain angles. This is useful, as other light is often richer in hue and more diffuse. Working with this device also requires increasing shutter speed (because some beams are deflected). The filtration angle is controlled by rotating the device. The strength of the effect depends on finding the line of view of the camera relative to the sun
American photographer Ansel Adams is a classic of landscape photography, who is famous throughout the world not only for stunning black and white photographs of nature, but also for apt quotes about life, the world around him and creativity
Every person knows how to properly hold a spoon and a fork, knows how to eat right, drive a car and knows to cross the road at a green light. We acquire these skills quite quickly, but only those for whom photography is part of their professional activity know how to take a beautiful picture
Once Fibonacci discovered the golden ratio, which is still used in photography today. This phrase denotes the aspect ratio rule. It can be found everywhere: in nature, in architecture and even in the human structure
The article talks about how to make a softbox with your own hands in a short time and at the lowest financial cost, as well as what it is for
Today, most photographers use digital cameras, which were invented only about 15 years ago. Many tend to think that film is no longer popular. However, experts in the field of photography know how useful and worth it is
How a fisheye lens works compared to a regular lens, the basics of photography with this lens. Features and features of this accessory, as well as other ways to achieve the effect of widescreen shooting
If you have been interested in photography for some time or are just planning to do it, you probably thought about getting good optics. This article will help you decide which lens to choose and tell you what to rely on
Everyone knows that shooting portraits requires a special, portrait lens. But what is meant by these words, and what lenses are best used for shooting portraits? From this article you will learn about the principles of their choice
Many people who are knowledgeable in photography are aware of the existence of such a thing as a lens hood. This is a round plastic piece that is screwed onto the lens. But what is a lens hood for and how can it help with various types of shooting? You will find answers to these questions in this article