Photography News Archives

“The tool works best if the area of interest in your photo has a strong contrast”

When Carlo Baldassi returned from vacation and looked at a picture he had taken of his girlfriend on the Charles Bridge in Prague, he was torn. via International Herald Tribune

“Our customers share a strong appreciation for high quality, high standards and timeless design.”

Temperley London, the chic British fashion label headed by Alice Temperley, has been chosen as the "Mercedes-Benz Presents" designer for Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week's Fall 2008 shows in New York City's Bryant ... via The South Mississippi Sun Herald

Eizo Nanao Corporation today announced the ColorEdge CG222W for its ColorEdge series of color calibration LCD monitors, at PMA 2008 held in Las Vegas, Nevada, USA from January 31 - February 2. With a wide color ... via Earth Times

Artists are invited to submit work to the East Brunswick Fine Arts Festival, an outdoor juried fine art and craft show scheduled from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. June 7 at the Municipal Pond. via Home News Tribune - Entertainment

FAMILY: Husband, Jeffrey Tyndall, director of planning and zoning for Berkeley County. via The Post and Courier

“We don't know yet if the negative of that picture is here, but if it is, the series of frames will clarify the sequence of events - we will be able to see what happened just before and just after the photo was taken”

NEW YORK : When he died in a land-mine explosion in Indochina in 1954, Robert Capa went from journalistic celebrity to instant legend. via International Herald Tribune

Arts Center seeks Peep creations The Carroll Arts Center is looking for entries for its upcoming "Peep Show." Artists, community groups and businesses may enter artwork using brightly colored marshmallow Peeps ... via Carroll County Online

“Jesse James") and ... Tommy Lee Jones (for best actor in "In the Valley of Elah”

LOS ANGELES : Veteran cinematographer Roger Deakins is competing against himself at the Academy Awards this year, with nominations for "No Country for Old Men" and "The Assassination of Jesse James by the ... via International Herald Tribune

“We ended up marrying the two formats”

Sarah Jessica Parker's Pretty Matches shingle is teaming with reality factory Magical Elves to create a "Project Runway"-type show for the art world. via The Huffington Post

“But the sequence appears to start in 1937 so we just don't know.”

A trove of long-lost iconic images captured by famed war photographer Robert Capa has been recovered and is being examined, cataloged and scanned at the International Center of Photography. via The China Post

“Not long ago it would have been hard to imagine a user-friendly and affordable digital camera packed with features professional photographers would envy, such as wide-angle Leica lenses, and manual controls”

Panasonic Introduces Two New LUMIX DMC-LZ8 and DMC-LZ10 Digital Cameras LAS VEGAS, NV Panasonic today announced new members to its growing family of full-featured and high-performing LUMIX digital cameras with ... via Cameratown.com Digital Imaging News

Nikon has more COOLPIX cameras on the way, with the new S-Series COOLPIX S210, S520, S550 and S600 added to the Style Series line of compact digital cameras. via Digital Tech News

“This really is the holy grail of Capa work”

TO the small group of photography experts aware of its existence, it was known simply as "the Mexican suitcase." And in the pantheon of lost modern cultural treasures, it was surrounded by the same mythical ... via Dear Kitty. Some blog

“The Nikon D60 makes stepping up to digital SLR photography easy for anyone, but is also a wonderful choice for photo enthusiasts looking for remarkable performance in a compact package”

MELVILLE, N.Y. Nikon, Inc., today introduced the new D60 digital SLR camera, which provides consumers with stunning picture quality and versatility in an easy-to-use, compact camera design. via Cameratown.com Digital Imaging News

Ten years ago, Burt Finger, the owner of Photographs Do Not Bend Gallery, received a phone call from a woman who invited him over to see her mother's photographs. via Quick

Nikon D60 - a 10.7 megapixel DSLR with auto sensor dust reduction, retouch menu, and active d-lighting. No wow factor, though, especially with only a 0.8 magnification viewfinder. via Wireless Doc

We recently received an email from photographers James C. Williams about his efforts to convince Kodak not to discontinue manufacture of HIE-135mm film. via Shutterbug

“The bride owned a dragster and the groom was an EMT at the park”

PORT CLINTON --Flowing gowns, fitted jackets, trumpeted designs, silk camisoles and rhinestone closures were just a few features of the many wedding gowns and other dresses featured at the Port Clinton Premier ... via News-Messenger

Nicosia hosts `Friendship of Iran and Armenia' exhibit TEHRAN, Jan. 27 -- An exhibition of photography entitled `Friendship of Iran and Armenia' opened in Nicosia, Cyprus on Saturday. via Groong Armenian News Network

Thousands of Robert Capa's negatives, taken during the Spanish Civil War and thought to be lost forever, have been found - and the world of photography is abuzz: TO the small group of photography experts aware ... via Neatorama

DEWITT - The DeWitt Public Library will be hosting another series of digital camera seminars. via Lansing State Journal

“Seminar with catering and floral decor, all important parts of the wedding that just helps relax the bride, and let them know that they can plan this, and have an amazing event”

Over 20 vendors took part in the event Story by Hillary Crowder Email Bio Other Stories by Hillary Crowder Fairlea -- Brides and grooms looking to walk down the aisle got some help with their planning today. via WVNS-TV Ghent

Christine Nguyen, detail of sketch for Roads That Lead You To The Shark's Heart, 2007, C-print, 64 x 160 inches. via Art Daily

“Certain cameras from Fuji contain EULA that say when you can and can't take a picture!!”

We've seen a remarkable array of restrictive license agreement terms on hard goods over the years -- a woodworking tool that only one person can use, ink jet cartridges that can't be refilled, carbonated ... via InfoWorld GripeLine by Ed Foster

Adam Yates, 914-789-8220 ayates@fujifilm.com or PMA 2008 Booth E100 www.fujifilmusa.com/pma Or Text 100 Public Relations Whitney Basaman, 212-871-5567 whitneyb@text100.com FUJIFILM U.S.A., Inc. via PR-inside.com

“It means they can't go out and resell them or dispose of them”

The state can seize photos and videos from a Morris County wedding photography firm that abruptly closed, a judge ruled Friday. via WNBC New York Channel 4

The PENTAX K20D Digital SLR camera with 14.6 Megapixels, PENTAX K200D Digital SLR camera with 10.2 megapixels and advanced technologies, and five digital lenses have been announced for the PMA 2008 Trade Show. via Digital Tech News

ILLA is an organisation that was founded in 2005 in Geneva, Switzerland, to promote Iranian Art and Artists. via Payvand News of Iran

“You're fighting against much larger players with a more singular focus, better balance sheets and bigger scale”

After a four-year overhaul, the American photography giant has leapt into the digital age, but will it be enough? Loading... Rich DiBiase, a writing systems engineer, inspects a digital photograph printed on a ... via Medford Mail Tribune

An inside look in to the art of photography from the sky. All about the various methods that aerial photography companies use to produce beatiful shots from the sky. via Buzzle.com

“He would be, I would say, almost a cult figure in his degree of respect that he would have, certainly for young artists today”

- Conceptual artist David Askevold, known for his experimental photography and video work, has died. He was 67.

A spokeswoman for the Nova Scotia College of Art and Design says Askevold died after long-standing health issues.

Linda Hutchison called Askevold "a giant" in the art world, noting he brought a cutting-edge approach that crossed disciplines and pushed boundaries.

Askevold was a founding faculty member of the college, where he taught in the late 1960s and mid-'80s.

Work by the Halifax-based artist has been exhibited in galleries around the world including the Museum of Modern Art in New York, the Getty Museum in Los Angeles and the National Gallery of Canada. Read more

Looking at the features of the S3 Pro vs. the S2 Pro we see a 2.0" LCD with the double amount of pixels, the use of xD-picture card , USB 2 connectivity and slightly bigger dimensions and weight. via DCVIEWS Digital camera and photograph...

“Our unique approach to building PENTAX DLSR equipment allows each customer to be confident in their camera choice whether they are just learning about photography or they are a more advanced photo enthusiast”

GOLDEN, CO. PENTAX Imaging Company announced today two new digital SLR camera models including the PENTAX K20D digital SLR camera with 14.6 megapixels and the PENTAX K200D digital SLR with 10.2 megapixels. via Cameratown.com Digital Imaging News

“The FinePix F100fd demonstrates how consumers can ultimately benefit from Fujifilm's investment in professional photography”

The Fujifilm FinePix F100fd is a 12 megapixel point and shoot digital camera with a 5x optical zoom lens and 2.7 inch LCD. via Livingroom.org.au

There are many different makes of camera, and it's not just the lesser known ones that are affordable. via Buzzle.com

Canon Introduces Two Highly Anticipated Telephoto Lenses at PMA 2008: EF200mm F/2L IS USM and EF800mm f/5.6L IS USM Lenses Add New Levels of Super Telephoto Peformance to Canon's Market-Leading EOS System. via Cameratown.com Digital Imaging News

Bernie Boston, a newspaper photographer best known for his iconic 1960s picture of a Vietnam War protester placing flowers in soldiers' gun barrels at a rally, has died. via CANOE

“Now fashion photography can help a fine-art career, and vice versa”

Is photography art? Is fashion design art? The answers to these two may determine whether or not you think fashion photography could be considered fine art. via Trend Hunter Magazine

World's No.1 ultra zoom camera Hamburg, 22 January 2008 The ultra zoom camera category has a new world champion: the Olympus SP-570 UZ brings you closer to the action than ever before with an incredible 20x ... via Cameratown.com Digital Imaging News

“The Fine Art Dealers Association is proud to celebrate the 13th anniversary of The L.A. Art Show. The exhibition has gained tremendous momentum with record-setting attendance and sales”

Now in it's 13th year, the L.A. Art Show, presented by the Fine Art Dealers Association , returns to the Barker Hangar at the Santa Monica Airport. via Art Daily

Here's an Oscar fact to focus on: Roger Deakins is the first director of photography to receive two nominations in the same year since 1971. via Reuters

David Alan Harvey is one of the world's most famous photographers, his shots appearing in National Geographic and many other esteemed publications. via WINS-AM New York

“Our production team travelled to different locations within each country using all possible forms of transportation including hot air balloons, propeller planes and bamboo rafts!”

From correspondents in Delhi, India, 07:30 PM IST Enjoy the experience of travelling to diverse countries and understanding different cultures while sitting at home through Discovery channel's new travel series ... via India eNews

“You'd want to be really sure of your facts before you say anything like that.”

A TEACHER sexually assaulted a student in a photography darkroom for three years before she left her school to get away from him, a court has heard. via The Age

The Olympus Stylus 840, 1010 and 1020: Getting you closer Hamburg, 22 January 2008 This season sees the arrival of three powerful yet elegant additions to the award-winning Olympus series. via Cameratown.com Digital Imaging News

“Overall, the image quality of the 12-megapixel imaging sensor, was good when shooting in SHQ mode. Outdoors or when used in very well lit conditions the camera produced images that were very well exposed and had excellent color.”

Last update: Review & Sample Photos @ Steve'sDigicams The Olympus Stylus 830 is a 12 megapixels digital point-and-shoot camera features 3x optical zoom , ISO setting from 64-6400, and a 2.7 inch LCD screen. via Digital Photo Journal

It seems like every week there's another example of how the Internet has toppled business models that have been in place longer than the Internet itself. via Marketing Pilgrim

Eat, Drink & Be Vegan Dreena Burton Arsenal Pulp Press, 2007 http://vivelevegan.blogspot.com/ What I like most about Dreena's books, in addition to the great food photography, is that she doesn't rehash the ... via Veg blog

NEC on Monday introduced a 30-inch, desktop LCD monitor for photographers and graphics professionals, and a 42-inch curved display for PC gamers. via InformationWeek

“I will continue my work with the Tibetan tulkus and lamas who live in India. I always thank the Indian government for its hospitality and for the fact that it has welcomed the Dalai Lama”

By Madhusree Chatterjee, New Delhi, Jan 21: It is a tale of two generations and a little bird. via Newkerala.com

Posted in Cameras , Sick Brick by Conner Flynn on January 17th, 2008 This odd-looking camera that looks like a cross between a vintage and modern version captures odd-sized pictures at an incredible 160 ... via Slippery Brick

“Everyone has been warm and nice. "I think I'll probably stay here at least for a couple of years.”

Education: Master of fine arts from California Institute of the Arts in 2001; bachelor of fine arts with emphasis on sculpture from Portland State University Credits: Curatorial assistance on exhibits at the ... via Statesman Journal

“You put out feelers and if you get positive feedback you continue, but if you come up against walls, you may stop for a while. I hope to continue working on it, not just in Huntsville but outside as well.”

A photography exhibit featuring individuals directly affected by capital crimes or capital punishment will open at the Texas Prison Museum on Feb. via The Huntsville Item

Though Apple hasnt' re-introduced a digital camera since it's short lived QuickTake camera back in 1994, this year's Macworld Conference introduced what it calls The Digital Photography Experience, set up for ... via MyMac.com

“There's so much riding on this, it has just got to work”

Joshua Frey looked through the view finder of his camera in a studio production lot, focusing on a group of helmets atop wooden stakes. via Centre Daily Times

Chandrakanth Sharma and his family have now been accused of murdering 21 persons between 1978 and 2008. via Deccan Herald

Must read : Holland Cotter's review of the current show at ICP, " Archive Fever ," organized by Okwui Enwezor : "Photography, with its extensions in film, video and the digital realm, is the main vehicle for ... via NEWSgrist

The Society of Operating Cameramen fete top names from behind the lens. The Society of Camera Operators has set Saturday, February 16 as the date for the 2008 Lifetime Achievement and Camera Operator of the ... via Digital Video

Talk Back: Post a comment on this article By Mike Wendland NBC News Channel It's a given in the world of technology that everything gets smaller, better and cheaper. via WJXX

“Given the excellent value of our quad-core Phenom and the improved performance you will see from four cores vs. two using multithreaded applications, the quad-core will offer more bang for the buck compared to a higher-clocked dual-core.”

News.com Poll Quad-core or faster clock speed? There's a tradeoff: the more cores, the slower the processor and, typically, its connection to memory. via CNET News.com

Last update: Review & Sample Photos @ ImagingResource The Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ7S is an 7.2 megapixel point-and-shoot digital camera features 6x wide-angle image-stabilized optical zoom , ISO 100-3200, Face ... via Digital Photo Journal

“I know we'll be amazed with the photography submitted”

The 2008 North American International Auto Show is proud to announce the second annual Photo Contest sponsored by WWJ Newsradio 950. via Cameratown.com Digital Imaging News

Mislabelled for a century and a half. From a news release yesterday: Details of Abraham Lincoln's second inauguration come into clearer focus with the recent discovery at the Library of Congress of three glass ... via The Blog from the Core

“Among our customers are ORWO, Farbglanz Imaging, Pixelnet, Focus, TV Spielfilm, Kodak and many more.”

The ECCE TERRAM Internet Services company will go to Las Vegas to present its Photo2lab Software Suite on the main photo trade fair PMA, which will take place from 31 January to 2 February 2008. via TMCnet

“If you're nervous they're going to be fidgeting.”

By Kyle Clark KUSA/NBC News Channel DENVER, CO -- Take an animal and its owner and snap a photo. via WJXX

There's a lot of stuff to get into, so I won't get deep with the intro. Just make sure to do something special next Monday, MLK Day, aight? Here's what's up for this week: RENAISSANCE FESTIVAL CASTING Heads up, ... via Nashville Rage

“She's a roughneck, but she's very sweet”

A dispute between two teenage girls in Newark left an 18-year-old dead of stab wounds and a 15-year-old arrested on murder charges, law enforcement officials said on Wednesday. via New York Times

“But I want people to remember me, living, exuberant and alive.”

In antique stores, on eBay - in his living room. A whole museum of them. That's because Vizzari, with the help of wife, Andrea, collects photographs of the deceased. via Chicago Tribune

Prudential Network Realty raised more than $2,200 for the Children's Home Society during a recent fundraiser in San Marco Square. via Jacksonville.com

FotoNation , a leading provider of embedded imaging solutions for the imaging industry, announced today the availability of licensing for "SmileCheck ," a new technology to detect smiles in portrait photos ... via Creative Pro

“Yes it is my bread and butter.”

Isa Lorenzo Yugel Losorata Since realizing some light upon discovering the darkroom, photographer Isa Lorenzo has found that so much enjoyment can be gained from doing photography. via Manila Bulletin

“I think they are way up in arms about what they want”

APPLETON - Tara Towns has her wedding gown, the photographer and music for her Feb. via WisInfo

“Compatibility with Colorproof XF will allow customers to take full advantage of all that our imagePROGRAF printers have to offer.”

As part of Canon's Alliance Program, EFI has completed compatibility testing of EFI's Bestcolor Technology-driven Colorproof XF with Canon's large format devices. via Quick Printing

“The cultural preference for boy children has led to hundreds of girls being abandoned or killed at birth, or with the advent of ultrasound scanning, aborted.”

In the first of a four-week series on the artists shortlisted for the prestigious Deutsche Brse Photography Prize 2008, Drusilla Beyfus looks at the nominated work of the American artist Fazal Sheikh See more ... via Telegraph.co.uk

“To be sure, iPhoto isn't the most powerful image management software in the world”

Sebastopol, CA -- Good things are happening for digital photographers. The new and improved iPhoto '08 makes it easier than ever to transfer photos from a digital camera, organize them, and publish, print, or ... via Cameratown.com Digital Imaging News

Macworld Conference & Expo 2008 - Anthro Corporation Nichole Stutzman, 503-691-2556 Email: nichole.stutzman@anthro.com Anthro Corporation manufactures strong flexible workstations that are ideal for creative ... via PR-inside.com

OnRequest Images , the world's leading provider of OnBrand custom imagery, today announced a new alliance with Magnum Photos , which will bring some of the world ' s most well-known photographic storytellers to ... via Business Wire

I'm interested in two different art forms -- stained glass and photography. I work in both copper foil and lead stained glass. via Daily Times

The term 'macro photography' confuses many people. It conjures images of