A list of the most valuable photos ever sold. You'll never believe how much they're worth
Earth Day (April 22) is fast approaching, and it's the perfect opportunity to take a moment to reflect on what we can all do to protect the earth and live more sustainably.
The trail goes on forever. The Ritter Range has to be one of the more spectacular run of mountains in the American West, running down the spine of Ansel Adams Wilderness from Yosemite's Mt. Lyell to the Minarets west of Mammoth. This is another magical parcel of wilderness, between Rush Creek and Donahue Pass. I found a big boulder I could stand on, and shot this vertical - the Pacific Crest Trail meandering through the scene - it's got that 'yellow brick road" vibe. Cheers and all that... Steve D.
Pictures of everyday places and people in vintage LA.
Over the weekend, I visited an Ansel Adams exhibition in London. Having found his work even more breathtaking in print, I purchased a documentary about the man himself. It was an effort to learn more about the artist I admired.
Pictures of everyday places and people in vintage LA.
As a new book shows, not everything in the photographer's philosophy was black and white
North of South Point (All Photographs from my Personal Collection) Map of Point Lobos State Park Point Lobos State Reserve Point Lobos State Reserve, 62 State 1, Carmel, CA 93923-9753, USA Very few tourists have ever heard of Point Lobos State...
Over the weekend, I visited an Ansel Adams exhibition in London. Having found his work even more breathtaking in print, I purchased a documentary about the man himself. It was an effort to learn more about the artist I admired.
Ansel Adams has inspired more than a generation of photographers, with his technical mastery, passion for the environment, and ever-evolving vision for capturing the splendor of the natural world. The video below is sure to give you a jolt of inspiration, as you pursue the art and craft of photography.
Jorge Maia is a Portuguese photographer known for the uniqueness of the landscapes he portrays. The beauty of your photos is unique. The Portuguese artist covers both natural settings, especially on the coast of Portugal, and city environments. A lover of Astronomy, Jorge Maia uses long exposure techniques that enhance the celestial ambiance of the places he photographs. Among Jorge Maia's influences are photographers Ansel Adams, Henri Cartier-Bresson, Robert Capa and Man Ray.
My love for black and white photography has always been constant but my ability to create one the way I wanted was not. With time, experience and learning I have been able to create black and whites that are strong and often my favorites.
Minaret Lake is a spectacular alpine lake in the Ansel Adams Wilderness and makes a great backpacking trip. Read for information on the trail...
"Ansel Adams: 400 Photographs" edited by Andrea G. Stillman (Little Brown, 440 pages)
When I was still quite young, my father gave me, along with the use of his old Leica, a copy of an illustrated history of photography. I was fascinated by the book, but above all by the chapter on Weston and the famous photograph of Charis lying on the sand dune, the simplest of them. I thought it the best photograph in the book and returned to it over and over again. I don’t remember the year exactly, but I was probably of an age when no hint of sex would have gone unnoticed. I remember distinctly that I saw no such associations in the image. It struck me as essentially chaste—an example of the formalism which I thought was the essence of great photography. I was inspired in this view, of course, by that very image, as well as the peppers, which seemed to me to be more overtly sensual than the nudes. It was only later that I learned that the subject was Weston’s wife, and still later that I learned something about what their relationship was like. I still think that the photograph is severe and formalistic to the point of the visionary. Weston’s work was one thing and his life another.
The very best collection of Ansel Adams quotes to help you get out of a 'funk' and start those creative juices flowing again.
Klaus Kampert, "Herculesse" 175.05.12, 2012. Archival Pigment Print, 31' x 16". Edition of 15 with 3 A/P. Signed and Numbered on Reverse. Klaus Kampert has built an international reputation for his nude photography. Working with dancers from Europe’s most respected Ballet Companies and Dance troupes, as well as with members of the famous Cirque de Soleil, Kampert’s photography has been featured in many publications where the elegance of the human form is celebrated.
I know it is a bold statement but Photographing the World by Elia Locardi is hands down the most in-depth, well produced and educational landscape
Like many American stories, the story of the National Parks begins with pillage, death, deep cultural misunderstanding, and venture capitalism. According to Ken Burns’ film series The National Parks:
