Tag: Portraits

Studio Portrait Photography: Adding colour with a Lume Cube Tube Light

In his third article of the series, Keith unleashes some colour fills on his portraits, using the Lume Cube Tube Light Mini.

Street Photography: Two for the price of one

Capturing images of people going about their daily lives is the bread and butter of street photography. The author argues that photographs of two people are much more informative than shots of individuals.

Studio Portrait Photography: Starting from scratch with a one-light setup

When available light just isn't good enough, it's time to bring in the studio lights. The author tells us how he threw caution to the wind, and tried his hand at formal portrait photography.

Street Photography: An excursion into P.U.L.P. Fiction (Parody Using Leica Photos)

Ever wondered whether your neighbour is an alien invader in human form? This secret organization uses street photography to discover the grim truth. Read all about it!

My Favourite Lens: The Leica APO Summicron SL 1:2 50mm ASPH

My favourite lens is the first prime lens I bought, and the first Leica lens I bought. Some view it as the best 50mm lens ever made.

Street Photography: Are you a poser or a snatcher?

In the third article of his beginner's series on street photography, Keith tackles the thorny topic of taking photos of people without asking their permission. Is it best to ask the person to take their photograph, and pose for the camera, or to snatch a candid shot discreetly while no-one is looking?

Street Photography: A seven-step plan for overcoming range anxiety

Keith shares his strategy for tackling an aversion to photographing complete strangers. It's a seven-step plan for overcoming street photography 'range anxiety'.

Conversations: The art of bonding with your photographic subjects

David tells us about a chance encounter with a street crusader which proved pivotal to his photographic career...

Digital Photography: Where the focus is on the fingers

A new twist on digital photography: taking pictures of fingers. Not just any old fingers, though; these belong to musicians, who are using them to play their musical instruments.

Capturing the Decisive Musical Moment: The eyes have it

Capturing the essence of a concert performance in a single image - the decisive musical moment - is a challenge for photographers. One strategy is to focus on the musician's eyes - when they are closed that is.

Imogen Cunningham: Pioneering Californian photographer

Today, April 12th, is the birthday of Imogen Cunningham, one of the early twentieth century's leading nature and portrait...

Diane Arbus: the centenary of the artist’s birth

Diane Arbus was born on March 14th 1923. Next Tuesday, March 14th 2023, will mark the centenary of her...