Photographer’s 3 Year Mission to Recover His Grandpa’s Film Camera
Benjamin Dome did not have much hope he would ever see his grandfather’s film camera again after it was stolen in Ethiopia three years ago. [Read More] petapixel.com »
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Benjamin Dome did not have much hope he would ever see his grandfather’s film camera again after it was stolen in Ethiopia three years ago. [Read More] petapixel.com »
A pilot risked melting his drone to capture awesome shots of the recent volcanic eruption in Iceland.
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petapixel.com »First photographers on TikTok were scratching their lenses, now the ante has been upped significantly with a video showing a camera sensor destroyed by a drill. [Read More] petapixel.com »
"It really isn't a common choice but it is super fun to use," Indiana-based photographer Nicholas Madrid says about his unconventional choice of large format cameras. Initially considered by him as nothing more than mantelpiece decorations, they soon became trusted companions. thephoblographer.com »
Viral sensation Emmanuel the Emu has set the internet alight after a series of videos showing his penchant for attacking his handler's smartphone camera while it is recording. [Read More] petapixel.com »
Ben Knoot is a nature photographer and OM SYSTEM Ambassador whose passion for wildlife photography was born from his love of birds. The 26-year-old has traveled the world to document avian life with his OM SYSTEM OM-1 camera and shares his tips for capturing this fast moving and often unpredictable wildlife. [Read More] petapixel.com »
A photographer says he has tricked the Instagram algorithm into once again pushing his photos by leveraging the platform’s preference for Reels to his advantage. [Read More] petapixel.com »
Photographer Michael Winter has some serious talent way beyond what some strobist photographers do. He not only creates stunning photos, but he uses creative vision and skills to make them. What's more, he does most of it in-camera. thephoblographer.com »
Video of Prince William, the future king of England, getting into a spat with a paparazzo has appeared online, where he confronts the photographer while out on a bike ride with his family. [Read More] petapixel.com »
One of the neatest aspects of film photography is its rich history. Despite photography really only being a century-old technology, at least for the masses, there are so many diverse lenses you can adapt to a wide range of analog cameras. dpreview.com »
Model and actor Emily Ratajkowski has been accused of posting an image of herself on Instagram without the photographer’s permission, according to a copyright infringement lawsuit. [Read More] petapixel.com »
YouTube channel DW Documentary has published a 25-minute program detailing the 175 year history of Zeiss, a name now synonymous with photography despite its origin story beginning well before cameras would become commonplace. dpreview.com »
18-year-old Vijay Suddala created a stunning composite image of the moon from his home in southern India with just a $150 telescope and his smartphone. [Read More] petapixel.com »
Mark Zuckerberg posted a bizarre picture of himself working on a Mac laptop, that shows Apple's logo Photoshopped out, underlining the hostility between the two tech titans. [Read More] petapixel.com »
"Dogs express themselves with body language and movement is their voice," beams Dutch photographer Chris Van Riel about the furry four-legged friends he photographs often. Dubbed the 'Ninja dog photographer' in photography circles, he takes pics of canines catching frisbees in mid-air. thephoblographer.com »
"I wanted to give a message," states computer engineer turned fashion photographer Ravinder Pal Singh about why he does conceptually dark photoshoots. ". . . I don't think it's just an incurable problem; try to look beyond or above your problem. thephoblographer.com »
Sports photographer Brian Bosche recently shared a short video on TikTok where he demonstrates three techniques to get better and unique photos. [Read More] petapixel.com »
"It's the best way to make friends," says Portuguese street portrait photographer Miguel Raimundo when I ask him if he's made any long term acquaintances while photographing strangers. Asking permission for photos goes a long way toward getting a smile in return. thephoblographer.com »
Alfred Hitchcock was a cinematic genius and his work has influenced many over the years. Photographers are likely fascinated by one specific movie though: Rear Window. In it, photographer L. B. “Jeff" Jefferies breaks his leg and spends time healing in his NYC apartment. thephoblographer.com »
Photographer and wildlife biologist Roy Toft captures beautiful photos of mountain lions, bobcats, deer, and more in his backyard with his perfectly placed trail cameras. [Read More] petapixel.com »
Left: A crop of the first scan Hofst Last week, we shared the first part of a two part series wherein large format photographer Markus Hofst shared how he revived a 73kg (160lb) ultra-large format flatbed scanner over the course of three months so he could scan his large-format photographs with the highest detail possible. dpreview.com »
A wildlife photographer was in a wildlife reserve in India when he spotted a crocodile father giving a ride to over 100 babies on its back as it swam across a river. [Read More] petapixel.com »
Editor's note: This is the first part of a two-part Film Friday series. Markus Hofst is known for creating elaborate large format cameras and contraptions, but one of his most recent projects goes above and beyond anything we While the project itself took three months to complete, the journey started years ago. dpreview.com »
Unfortunately, stolen camera gear stories don't always include a happy ending. However, thanks to well-placed Apple AirTags and good fortune, Australian Graham Tait was reunited with all roughly $10,000 worth of stolen property, including his camera. dpreview.com »
Wildlife photographer Donal Boyd transposes the beauty of African animals into fine art. But his short videos help tell a more complete story behind the conservation work he supports. [Read More] petapixel.com »
"You can say I go strictly by the definition of the word 'Photography,'" says Artur Kayukov about his skill set behind the camera and his reluctance to post-process at times. Not someone who likes to spend hours editing at his PC, he finds a certain charm in images that aren't edited in any way. thephoblographer.com »
"[My aim is] to document authentic street culture and the organic, ever-changing beauty of street life in a place like New York," explains the photographer Simon Chetrit. Many of you will know him as The ArabJew, and long-time readers will have seen Chetrit on the site before. thephoblographer.com »
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has revoked the pilot license of influencer Trevor Jacob after it found that he intentionally crashed his plane for the purpose of making a viral YouTube video. [Read More] petapixel.com »
Embed from Getty Images // Photojournalist Dirck Halstead, known for capturing pivotal historical moments, passed away last week at age 85. According to his sister, Anne Macpherson, a cerebral hemorrhage ended his life at a hospital near his home in Boquete, Panama. dpreview.com »
"I'm always excited to go out," says Connecticut-based astro photographer Eric Baker about his passion for night photos. He proves that equipment isn't necessarily a barrier to taking good images. thephoblographer.com »
A selection of photos from actor Richard Gere's personal collection is being offered at auction through Christie's and the value of the collection carries a low estimate of nearly $2 million. [Read More] petapixel.com »
By definition, ‘fixed-lens’ cameras aren’t designed to have their lenses removed. But that didn’t stop photographer Ronaldo Carvalho from taking apart an old Olympus Trip 35 camera to adapt its 40mm F2. dpreview.com »
Embed from Getty Images // Stephen E. Wilhite, one of the lead inventors behind the GIF file format, passed away on Monday, March 14th, from COVID-19 at age 74. Wilhite was working at CompuServe when he came up with the idea for GIFs. dpreview.com »
Photographer Joe Tobiason has been capturing daily self-portraits with his daughter for two straight years, amassing hundreds of photos that tell a deeply personal story of his family life and show the evolving relationship between a father and his young daughter. [Read More] petapixel.com »
In an attempt to raise awareness of the critical conditions in Ukraine's second-largest city, former professional footballer David Beckham handed the control of his Instagram account to a Ukrainian doctor working on the frontline. [Read More] petapixel.com »
"My creativity is fueled by all the restrictions I give myself," says film photography enthusiast Andrei Certan, about how he guides his photographic vision. Almost exclusively an analog medium photographer, Andrei lets his inner sentiments drive how he composes and frames photos. thephoblographer.com »
Imagine looking through your camera's viewfinder, finding it strangely blurry, and then realizing that a fairly large spider had made its home inside. . . and that your eye had been just a fraction of an inch away from the eight-legged creature. petapixel.com »
A 17-month-old rocks out in his fluffy hairdo, living his best life, whilst his parents learn the cause of it is a rare condition, called 'Uncombable Hair Syndrome'. The post Happy Toddler Diagnosed With Uncombable Hair Syndrome Shows There Is No Such Thing As A Bad Hair Day first appeared on Bored Panda. boredpanda.com »
I have always had a very strong desire to create… I’ve pursued being a musician, graphic designer, sign painter, and now a professional photographer where I seem to have found my creative calling. Photography has allowed me a means to create in any setting while allowing me to express myself visually by borrowing inspiration from my surroundings and experiences. thephoblographer.com »
Photographer Geo Leon is known for his easily-recognizable portrait photography style full of detail and vibrancy and has shared an insight on what drives his creativity. [Read More] petapixel.com »
Photographer Doug Mills has photographed the last seven presidents, including the current president, Joe Biden. During that time, dating back to Ronald Reagan's presidency in the 1980s, Mills has photographed many key moments during his four decades on the job. dpreview.com »
The lockdown has encouraged a lot of people to look for alternative ways to entertain themselves and to employ their creativity. The post Dad And His Daughter Recreate Iconic Moments In Cinema And Have More Than 59 Thousand Followers On Instagram (30 New Pics) first appeared on Bored Panda. boredpanda.com »
White House and New York Times photographer Doug Mills has captured seven different presidents through his lens. In a short video interview with Today, he discusses his time behind the lens covering some of the most powerful people on Earth. [Read More] petapixel.com »
Dirk Fletcher is no stranger to building custom cameras. Over the years, he’s built countless custom medium format cameras, many of which are based on Zeiss Ikonta 520/15 camera bodies. One of his latest commissions, however, took him into new territory with a custom 6x9 camera with a 47mm lens attached, so as to offer a roughly 28mm full-frame equivalent field-of-view. dpreview.com »
Unable to travel due to the lockdown restrictions, Hong Kong-based photographer Ric Tse recreated famous landmarks on his dining table instead, using different household items and a large dose of creativity. [Read More] petapixel.com »
"I feel immense gratitude and a stronger belief in making work that's true to one's self," says Nigerian photographer Adeolu Osibodu. If you take a look at each of his images, you find there's a deeper meaning behind each of them. thephoblographer.com »
“For a long time, I have felt drawn to wild and magical places, from the deserts to the snow-capped mountains of the Chinese landscape,” the photographer Jonas Daley tells me. “I am curious about the natural world, particularly the kinds of landscapes that feel unknown or mysterious in some way. thephoblographer.com »
"What I discovered early on as a photographer was, that person who are dressed fashionably tend to be more open to being photographed," explains Jamel Shabazz to us in an interview about these photos. thephoblographer.com »
A local legend in his home city of Perth, Western Australia, he is a loveable goofy boy who has perfected the art of holding things. Like, any things! The post I Photographed This Boxer Dog Holding His Favorite Things (13 Pics) first appeared on Bored Panda. boredpanda.com »
Phil Penman is a world-renowned street photographer based in New York. If you follow his Instagram or regularly visit his website, you'll see him touring different parts of the world, dropping his knowledge in street photography to the people that attend his workshops. thephoblographer.com »