Ernst Haas: Rebellion of the canons
Defined by many as the world's early master of color photography, Ernst Haas practiced photography as an artist: impressionist and emotional.
George Eastman: The man who made photography accessible
“You press the button; we do the rest" George Eastman invented the roll film and made photography a real possibility for everyone. Sand Daguerre gave photography to the world, George Eastman put it within everyone's reach.
Elliott Erwitt: the intelligent humor of the mundane
Defining Elliot Erwitt based on a category of photographic subjects would be absolutely impossible: in his work, his great sensitivity and his jocular curiosity, led him to cover a broad spectrum of subjects, emotions and impressions.
Capturing the Beatlemania Era: The Life and Work of Iain Macmillan
Iain Macmillan was a talented photographer who captured the spirit of the 1960s through his iconic photograph of The Beatles crossing Abbey Road. His technical skills and ability to capture the personality of his subjects made him a successful photographer, and his legacy lives on through his photographs.
Saul Leiter: Capturing the Beauty of Everyday Life Through Photography
Saul Leiter was a master photographer and painter who captured the beauty of everyday life through his art. His unique vision, use of color, and experimental techniques set him apart as a pioneer in the field of color photography. His legacy continues to inspire and influence photographers today, and his photographs remain a testament to the power of art to capture the beauty and poetry of the world around us.
Irving Penn: Master Photographer and Icon of Modernist Photography
Irving Penn was a master photographer and icon of modernist photography. His work is marked by its minimalist approach, attention to detail, and use of natural light. Penn's influence on the world of photography can still be seen today, and his legacy continues to inspire and influence photographers and artists around the world.
Tina Modotti: When art morphs into politics
Pioneer of photojournalism; Tina Modotti was a very multifaceted woman, as photography was not the only thing that characterized her life. Model, actress, nurse and possibly Comintern agent. She sacrificed much of her artistic sense to give a place to her political beliefs.
Vivian Maier: Portraying American society from the shadows
Vivian Maier guarded more than 120,000 negatives and 2,000 unrevealed reels that she never showed anyone. She had been portraying New York and Chicago for over 40 years.
Capturing Beauty in the Mundane: The Art of Franco Fontana
Franco Fontana's work is a testament to the power of photography to capture beauty in the most unexpected places. His images are both visually striking and thought-provoking, and they remind us to look at the world around us with fresh eyes. Fontana's legacy as a master photographer will continue to inspire new generations of artists and photographers for years to come.
Long exposure nocturnes painting with time and light in the LED age
Few photographic practices are as seductive as long exposure at night. The simple act of turning the night into a continuous brushstroke of incandescence forces the photographer into a pact with time, uncertainty, and a list of risks ranging from technical failure to police intervention.
