Tommy Edison – Blind Photographer
I’ve previously posted a story of Rusidah, the armless photographer. Now, there’s a more remarkable tale of a blind photographer. Without being able to see, he’s able to capture photographs. Hard to believe, I know, since photography is an art where sight is needed to produce and to enjoy its products. Well, here’s his tale. Read the rest of this entry »
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Beware of Condensation on your Camera or LensHave you ever find your camera lens fogged after being in a cold area? Like when you’re taking a trip to the mountains or when you get out of an air conditioned vehicle? This won’t be a problem for you if the fogging only occurs on the outside of the lens. But if the fogging […]
The Exposure Triangle of PhotographyThe key to obtaining ideal photographs depends on the exposure triangle of photography. The exposure triangle consists of aperture, shutter speed, and ISO. The combination of the three determines how dark or bright the resulting photo will be. APERTURE Aperture is the opening in the lens where light enters. If the opening is large, ample […]
Nikon D5100 vs Nikon D5000The arrival of the D5100 appears to signal the completion of Nikons refresh of its non-pro DSLR lineup. Nikon’s latest DSLR is official, the D5100, promising Full HD video recording, 16.2-megapixel stills, and fancy features like in-camera HDR photography, ISO 102,400 for extreme low-light shots, and effects like selective color sampling. The Nikon D5100 also […]
FAQ and General Facts about DSLR Lens HoodsFAQ and General Facts about DSLR Lens Hoods 1. What is the purpose of a lens hood and what the extent in difference of the outcomes between the use and non-use of it? 2. When and in what situations should the lens hood be used? 3. Is there a significant difference in results when using […]
A History of Women Photographers by Naomi RosenblumA History of Women Photographers by Naomi Rosenblum. In this landmark volume, Rosenblum (A World History of Photography) examines sympathetically the achievements of women in photography since its invention in 1839, and highlights society’s failure to give them appropriate recognition. One research obstacle the author encountered was the 19th-century practice of men taking credit for […]
These Lenses were destroyed by an Angry GirlfriendSo my previous article talks about all the things that can have a damaging effect to your camera. Among others, these are dust, seawater, and humid air. But besides all of that, do you know what entity can cause a much greater, no-mercy damage to camera? That wrathful entity would be an angry girlfriend. This […]
Camera: A History of Photography from Daguerreotype to DigitalCameras, and what they capture, forever changed our perception of the world, and of ourselves. Few inventions have had the impact of this ingenious, elegant, and deceptively simple device. This gorgeous cornerstone volume, created in collaboration with the world-famous George Eastman House, celebrates the camera and the art of the photograph. It spans almost two […]
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