Introduction to Design/Composition in Street Photography Workshop Venice & Verona ( ITALY ) A Secret Tradition Come explore the sun drenched side streets of Venice & Verona in a truly unique photography workshop. We will retrace the footsteps of the “Grand Tour” which was the foundation for any serious artist in the last three [more...]
The World as a Shade of Grey My psychologist tells me I should be more accepting of compliments and give the self deprecating humor a rest. I was very happy to see that my comments on the Leica-M Monochrom were quoted on Forbes. I did get a chuckle when they referred to me as “renowned.” [more...]
Masterpiece or Mistake The Big Announcement Leica finally made their announcements and in the wake of hysteria, the crowds are already protesting. A BW only camera? Why would a company go through all the technical hoops of releasing a camera that has one primary function? See what Forbes Magazine things of the Leica Monochrom. The [more...]
Copying is not Enough An appretice’s life in a studio meant copying the work of a master artist. But copying alone does not guarantee an understanding of design. We need to bring “information to bear” as we organize the chaos of life into a successful image. Art versus Xerox In the 1500’s, when a [more...]
Juan’s Travels For those of you who read the site, you know we spend most of our time discussing design, art history, and travel. But every now and again, I like to open the discussion. Photographers are often politically engaged, not afraid to voice their opinions, and bring a first hand perspective to the discussion. [more...]
If you’re not close enough…you picture might still be good enough I am headed out the door to the studio at the moment, but wanted to let you guys know I am working on an article about Rene Burri. Originally William Palank has asked me to do an article on him for the “Great Compositions” [more...]
The Menil Collection [ HOUSTON/TEXAS ] Last week the Menil Collection opened an exhibition devoted to Danny Lyon. The impressive thing to consider is the Menil Collection rarely shows photographers. They are generally devoted to painting and sculpture, which makes this a big honor for Danny’s work to be featured in their space. I have [more...]
The Peasant Painter Can you remember the first time you saw a National Geographic? The exotic landscapes and strange peasants have tickled our imaginations for decades. But where did the interest in peasants find its roots? Thousands of miles from home Whenever I start working with someone for the first time, I always ask [more...]
The Origins of Street Photography What exactly is street photography and when did it begin? Was it the 1950’s or was it the 1930’s? Did it have anything to do with the invention of the 35mm? The roots of street photography extend back the 1400’s when painters became interested in daily scenes. Lets have a [more...]
Anastasia Photo Gallery (NYC) Tuesday, March 27th From Anastasia Photo: Today marks the 70th Birthday of one of America’s icons, Muhammad Ali. Thomas Hoepker photographed Ali throughout his career both in and out of the ring capturing some of the most iconic photographs of the champ. Many of these photographs can now be found, some published for [more...]
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