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Irving Penn: Small Trades

By Eddie ⋅ October 24, 2009 ⋅ Post a comment

Working in Paris, London, and New York in the early 1950s, photographer Irving Penn (American, 1917–2009) created masterful representations of skilled tradespeople dressed in work clothes and carrying the tools of their occupations. A neutral backdrop and natural light provided the stage on which his subjects could present themselves with dignity and pride.

Julius Shulman remembered

By Eddie ⋅ July 22, 2009 ⋅ Post a comment

I’ve heard some touching things said about Mr. Shulman and how his work which effected so many people in California and around the world. I feel lucky to have met him even for the short period time we actually chatted. He will be missed I’m sure but his images will be loved and admired or a long time to come.

Tilt/Shift Fun

By Eddie ⋅ January 13, 2009 ⋅ Post a comment

Check out www.tiltshiftmaker.com if you want to play with a web based Tilt/Shift tool to add an extra neat factor to your images.

Wolfgang Tillmans: At Regen Projects

By Eddie ⋅ November 18, 2008 ⋅ Post a comment

German born photographer/artist Wolfgang Tillmans is showing an exhibition of new works at Regen Projects.
“Tillmans photographs are wide ranging from formal abstracts that play with color, light and the process of photography to intimate, candid images. Seemingly casual, his installations are characteristic of his unique and personal aesthetic.”
Also featured will be a selection of video [...]

My top 5 Photo locations around Los Angeles

By Graham ⋅ November 14, 2008 ⋅ 2 comments

Los Angeles is a real gold mine for photography, the vastness of the city and many diverse areas make it an amazing place to shoot and there’s always somewhere new to try and get something worth keeping for the portfolio. Here is a list of my top 5 places to go where you are guarunteed to [...]