Ethics, Critiques & History
The intellectual frontier of the lens. Deep dives into visual ethics, the history of the image, and critical analysis of truth in an evolving digital world.
Astronaut Bruce McCandless: One “Big Leap” For Man
In the vast expanse of space, where humanity's imagination meets the stark reality of cosmic vacuum, exists a realm of unparalleled adventure and risk....
Photographer Paul Dubotzki in Australia’s WWI Internment Camps
In the annals of history, amidst the tumult of World War I, one man's journey through the lens would not only document the human...
How to spot if a photograph has been manipulated in Photoshop
Detecting whether a photograph has been manipulated in Photoshop or any other image editing software requires a keen eye for detail and an understanding...
The Role of Copyright in Photography
What is the Role of Copyright in Photography? Copyright not only protects photographers' work but also ensures that they receive recognition and compensation for...
Street Photographer’s To Do List for Paris
This street photographer's guide to the 20 arrondissements of Paris is a working document while I study photography in probably the most photogenic city...
Is it Time to Retire the LENA Test Image?
The LENA test image, often regarded as one of the most reproduced in modern times, is a test image used for image compression, an...
The Future of Work as a Media Worker
The final chapter from Mark Anning, a 50 year career veteran as a media worker, on the Future of Work as a Photographer "Everyone...
Chapter 1: Evolution of Photography
As we look at the concept of Everyone is a Photographer Now and see a thread on the effects that the rise of the...
The Democratization of Artistic Expression
The role of the artist is to create discussion, cause controversy and debate, and create change. Photographers jobs are coveted for their potential that...
Visual Literacy in the Digital Age
Visual Literacy in the Digital Age is being taught to school children while the elderly are especially vulnerable to digital illiteracy. Everyone is a...