Photography Matters

Kind of a quick episode. Just wanted to catch up with you guys; let you know a couple things I got in the mail this week that I’m pretty happy about; and wish everyone a great weekend. Enjoy.   The Links Artisan Obscura Film Photography Project Store INSPIRED – Episode 66 – Eastman Double-X and […] The post INSPIRED – Episode 27 – Good Stuff In The Mail and Have a Great Weekend! appeared first on Photography Matters.

Eastman Double-X 35mm black and white film. Man, this is a very cool film with a very cool look. It’s one of Kodak’s motion picture film stocks but is also available from places like Film Photography Projects online store, as well as Cinistill to shoot in 35mm cameras. I gotta say, even just after shooting […] The post Photography Matters Ep 66 – Eastman Double-X and Black and White Movies appeared first on Photography Matters.

I’ve been talking a lot about fashion photographer, David Bailey these days. Well, here’s one more episode in which I’ll do more of just that. Enjoy.   The Link THE REAL BLOW UP SIXTIES FILM DOCUMENTARY PART1     The post INSPIRED – Episode 26 – What Could You Do Differently? appeared first on Photography Matters.

We talk a lot these days about meaningful photography, work that matters; and yeah, while that is important to stay focused on (pun intended), there’s another aspect to photography that I find equally important. That’s the therapeutic affect photography can have for most of us. Enjoy.     The post INSPIRED – Episode 25 – Therapy appeared first on Photography Matters.

As a creative, especially when new to working as a professional photographer, many find it a little uncomfortable when it comes to the point of asking for the money or knowing what to charge. I want to talk a little bit about that in this episode. Enjoy.     The post Photography Matters Ep 65 – Believe In Your Photography appeared first on Photography Matters.

I’m a big fan of documentaries; the behind the scenes stuff. Some of my favorite photos to see are those of people who have been photographed, or documented in someway while they were creating. Sometimes I’m actually more excited by seeing those photos than I am of the actual finished work. We all know people […] The post INSPIRED – Episode 24 – Documenting Creativity appeared first on Photography Matters.

I’ve got an excersise that I do from time to time in order to hopefully keep improving my photographic eye; to continue to help strengthen my photographic vision. I’ll share that with you in this episode along with another page from Jay Maisel’s book, It’s Not About The F Stop that kind of chimes in […] The post INSPIRED – Episode 23 – Find the Shot appeared first on Photography Matters.

Recently, in a coupe different episodes I kind of went on and on and on about the joy of using a Holga camera. Man, they are a lot of fun to use, and can give you pretty beautiful results. Last week a saw a video from Landscape Photographer, Steve O’nion. In this video Steve showed […] The post INSPIRED – Episode 22 – Landscape Photographer, Steve O’nions appeared first on Photography Matters.

I’m often drawn to photographing things from the past. To me, having something in the photography that’s from, say, the 1950s makes the photograph more interesting. Why, because although it may have been incredibly ordinary and common back in those days, it’s not ordinary or common anymore; and it does represent a little slice of […] The post INSPIRED – Episode 21 – Everything Changes appeared first on Photography Matters.

I see so much of my own photography. It’s probably the photography I see the most of. Even when I’m searching out other photographers for inspiration, I’m often look for work that might be somewhat similar to my own. But, sometimes I find inspiration when I come across a photographer who’s style might be quite […] The post INSPIRED – Episode 20 – Get Outside of Your Style appeared first on Photography Matters.

I read a post on Blue Moon Camera and Machine’s website yesterday. It was an article by photographer, Katt Janson Merilo titled, Vivian Maier, Or How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love Photography.   The Links Vivian Maier, Or How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love Photography (Written by Katt Janson Merilo) FindingVivianMaier.com […] The post INSPIRED – Episode 19 – Who Are You Making Photographs For? appeared first on Photography Matters.

I’ve been talking about Holga toy cameras lately; talking about the work of artists like Igor Posner. A little while ago I had posed the question regarding what would you do if you really had very little money and had to start over again in photography; what would you start with. That topic has been […] The post INSPIRED – Episode 18 – What if all you had was a Holga… for the rest of your life? appeared first on Photography Matters.

Remember how I talked about how much I was moved by the look of some of the photos that Igor Posner took with a toy camera? Well, I couldn’t resist the urge to try one out. This week I ordered a Holga 120n from Freestyle; it arrived Tuesday and I took it out for a […] The post INSPIRED – Episode 17 – Entering the World of Toy Cameras appeared first on Photography Matters.

In my opinion, Jamel Shabazz is one of the most important photographers in the genre of Street Photography still living today. And when I say “Street Photography” in regards to Jamal Shabazz, I mean it with the utmost respect. Enjoy.   The Links JamelShabazz.com @jamelshabazz on insta Jamel Shabazz | The 80s Street Photographer (YouTube […] The post INSPIRED – Episode 16 – Jamel Shabazz appeared first on Photography Matters.

Sorry for such a dramatic title, but I think this is an important issue that keeps a lot of people from moving forward with their photography. Let me know what you think. Enjoy!       The post INSPIRED – Episode 15 – Overplanning Kills Photography – Just Start appeared first on Photography Matters.

I’ve been shooting a lot of Rollei Retro 400s over the past few months now, and I just wanted to share my thoughts as I’ve had a chance to get a little bit more experience with . Enjoy.   The Photos All images shot with my M6, most with a Summicron 35, but a couple […] The post Photography Matters Ep 64 – More Rollei Talk appeared first on Photography Matters.

I recently watched a video of photographer, Igor Posner giving a presentation at the School of Visual Arts, discussing the process of putting together his latest book, as well as sharing his general approach to photography. Writer Mary Di Lucia also spoke at this presentation and I was really inspired both by Igor’s approach to […] The post INSPIRED – Episode 14 – Photographer, Igor Posner and the Beauty of Imperfection appeared first on Photography Matters.

I’ve mentioned it from time to time that I love seeing people who are passionate about what they do. Jacob Aue Sobol is very passionate about his approach to photography. He takes a very emotional approach, seeing his photography as a way to connect with people. Strong images. Very inspiring photographer.   The Links JacobAueSobol.com […] The post INSPIRED – Episode 13 – Photography, The Passionate Approach – Jacob Aue Sobol appeared first on Photography Matters.

Everybody always talks about the importance of the personal project. And I agree, I think they are important for several different reasons. But how do you come up with your subject? Seriously. I’m curious. I’ll share a few things that inspire me to do personal projects and how I come up with them.   The […] The post INSPIRED – Episode 12 – How Do You Come Up With a Personal Project? appeared first on Photography Matters.

I wanted to follow up on the last episode of INSPIRED. There’s more to the Anti-Pose approach than simply not traditionally posing someone. Hope you find this information helpful. Enjoy.   In Case You Missed It INSPIRED – Episode 10 – The Anti-Pose, Part I The post INSPIRED – Episode 11 – The Anti-Pose, Part II appeared first on Photography Matters.