After an X user posted his arresting portrait taken for his passport photo and declared that the "Chinese passport photo lady on Elizabeth" is the best portrait photographer in New York City, the tiny shop where he got the passport photo done has become a viral sensation. [Read More]
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Photographer Max Siedentopf has a new project that examines one of the most boring types of photography: the passport photo. The series shows that even though passport photos need to be boring, the photo shoots themselves don’t. petapixel.com »
2019-08-16 18:30
ColorChecker Passport Photo 2 from X-rite now combines four photographic targets, including a new 18% Grey Balance target, plus upgraded ColorChecker Camera Calibration 2.0 software that adds ICC camera profile creation. photographyblog.com »
2019-04-11 09:00
The image is iconic. A mother, surrounded by her children brings a hand to her face. A look of worry clouds her visage. This transcendent image, along with other works by its photographer, Dorothea Lange, are on display at the National Gallery of Art in Washington D.C. [Read More]
A photographer inspired by Annie Leibowitz captured powerful portraits of drag queens in and out of costume to show the "human side" of their characters. [Read More]
Every day, the PetaPixel Instagram account is sharing excellent photography from our readers and those who inspire us. Here’s a look at some of our recent favorite posts and the photographers behind the lens.
Two police officers in Georgia were fired after videos showing them brutally beating a motorist spread like wildfire on social media. A criminal investigation has been initiated over their conduct, and photos of the two officers have emerged in the media.
One of the most common beginner mistakes in portrait photography is not separating your subject from the background. Fortunately, it’s an easy skill to learn. Here are three simple ways to make your subject pop and give your portraits more depth.
Portrait photographers who have been hoping for an affordable alternative to Canon’s 85mm f/1. 2L, you’ve got reason to celebrate. It sounds like Canon is going to be releasing an 85mm f/1.