Photographers have been chasing the light since the 1820s when Nicephore Niepce successfully recorded an image using camera obscura. Before Nicephore Niepce, there were pioneers who contributed since the 1700s, creating a knowledge base from trial and error until Nicephore Niepce perfected the process with a lasting photographic image. My experience chasing the light as a … [Read more...]
Artificial Light for Nature Photography
Photography is about playing with photons, at least in terms of conventional photography. Whereas in nature photography, with the exception of some underwater shots, it depends mostly on natural sunlight. However, the older photography becomes, the more photographers are willing to experiment. This is why photographers working outdoors can use tools sending photons to reach … [Read more...]
Chris Rainier : The Interview
It is only by protecting the protectors can we survive on the planet into the future. JR: It is hard to decide where to begin when speaking about your work. There is, of course, the inherent beauty of the photographs, the technical development, and your professional pedigree. I spent considerable time in the first installment championing what I felt was your intention and … [Read more...]
Charlotte Gibb: The Intimate Landscapes of Yosemite by Nick Taylor
https://luminous-landscape.wistia.com/medias/hy4b0fb7me After the wonderful reaction to our profile of bayou photographer Charles Martin in March, we've filmed some more short documentaries profiling landscape photographers in the environments that they love best, which we will be rolling out over the coming months. For this piece we are heading to Yosemite National Park … [Read more...]
On Maintaining Artistic Relevance
Nature photography has been my longest running passion. Not my strongest passion. That claim belongs to my wife and family. But, I started photographing western lands and wildlife when I was thirteen, and 67 years later I still do that, though my approach is changing. This change is driven by both necessity and opportunity. At 80, I can still handle an all-day hike. But, I … [Read more...]
