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exhibitions
Jacques Henri Lartigue
Jacques Henri Lartigue, born June 13, 1894 in Courbevoie and died September 12, 1986 in Nice, was a French painter, writer and photographer. In 1963, at the age of 69,…
MoMA Photography | A Snapshot of Excellence
In the heart of the city that never sleeps, the MoMA Photography department stands as a beacon of innovation and creativity. It’s a place where moments are captured, history is…
1929 – Film und Foto
Capturing Creativity: Unveiling the Legacy of Film und Foto In the vibrant tapestry of art history, there exist moments that illuminate the path of innovation and redefine our perception of…
Galerie nationale du Jeu de Paume
The Historical Significance of Jeu de Paume Originally built in the 17th century as a court for jeu de paume—the precursor to modern tennis—the Jeu de Paume has transitioned magnificently…
New Documents | The Exhibition that Transformed Photography
In 1967, the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) in New York hosted an exhibition that would leave an indelible mark on the world of photography. Titled “New Documents,” this showcase…
Nadar
Gaspard-Félix Tournachon (6 April 1820 – 20 March 1910), known by the pseudonym Nadar, was a French photographer. Nadar is especially famous for his gallery of portraits of the celebrities…
Foam Fotografiemuseum Amsterdam
Foam or Fotografiemuseum Amsterdam is a photography museum located at the Keizersgracht in Amsterdam, the Netherlands. The museum has four different exhibitions at any given time in which different photographic…
The Family of Man: A Photographic Odyssey of Human Experience
In the heart of a bustling world, a groundbreaking exhibition emerged in 1955, captivating millions with its powerful imagery and profound message. “The Family of Man” stood not just as…
Photography Open Call (Vol.2)
Deadline: May 22, 2022 This Photography Open Call address to professional photographers or confirmed amateurs, who are beginning to think the image in the context of a coherent series. This…
theory
Street Photography Quotes Explained
Street photography captures life in its rawest, most spontaneous form, preserving fleeting moments and telling untold stories. It’s more than technical skill—it’s about intuition, observation, and seeing beauty in the…
practice
Setting the Stage for Annie Leibovitz and Vanity Fair
Few photographers have mastered the art of storytelling quite like Annie Leibovitz. Her work, celebrated for its meticulous composition and evocative use of light, has become synonymous with modern portraiture….
business
Marketing and Photography Aesthetics
In today’s visually-driven world, brands can no longer rely solely on text to capture attention. The rise of social media platforms like Instagram, Pinterest, and TikTok has made visual content…
technology
Top 10 AI Photography Plugins: Boost Efficiency and Creativity
In recent years, the photography industry was radically transformed by the integration of artificial intelligence (AI). Tasks that once required hours of meticulous effort in post-processing are now completed in…
tips
Street Photography Quotes Explained
Street photography captures life in its rawest, most spontaneous form, preserving fleeting moments and telling untold stories. It’s more than technical skill—it’s about intuition, observation, and seeing beauty in the…