Art of the Image
Explore the soul of photography through photographer masterclass profiles, photography genres, and the art of visual storytelling. From street reportage to the portrait.
Discovering Australia from Above: Aerial Photographer’s view
In a world where drones traverse the skies and aerial photography has reached new heights, one name stands out for its exceptional ability to...
Rolleiflex vs Hasselblad film cameras?
A Comparison of Rolleiflex and Hasselblad Cameras - Are you thinking of getting into film photography and want the best camera possible? Rolleiflex and...
Vivian Maier was Phil Donahue’s nanny
In the enigmatic world of Vivian Maier, every revelation unveils a new layer of her captivating narrative. Recently, a surprising connection emerged, shedding light...
Was Vivian Maier a spy?
Vivian Maier biographer Pamela Bannos tells the story of Maier's enthusiasm for her new camera being so noticeable that someone in the village speculated...
Vivian Maier gives a photography lesson in exposure
“Narrow Street in Saint Bonnet en Champsaur I & II“, by Vivian Maier in France, 1950 or 1951. Two vintage prints included in the...
“Packing Up” by Vivian Maier in New York, 1955
The title, "Packing Up," offers a clue to the narrative unfolding before us. Is the nanny preparing to depart, bidding farewell to the young...
Susan Sontag vs. John Berger debate Storytelling
In the realm of literary and cultural criticism, few debates have been as riveting and insightful as the dialogue between Susan Sontag and John...
Vivian Maier Vintage Photography Auction Bargains
Cocoon, by Vivian Maier, circa 1950s, credit: Heritage Auctions, HA.com An extraordinary auction of early Vivian Maier photography has netted some bargains for vintage photography...
Fashion is out of fashion, again
In a world where trends flicker faster than ever and sustainability becomes a growing concern, it seems like the concept of "fashion" as we...
Hays Code, “Thou Shalt Not” by Whitey Schafer
Schafer's 1940 photograph, "Thou Shalt Not," serves as a satirical commentary on the restrictive guidelines of the Hays Code. In this parody, Schafer ingeniously...