The Big Picture Photo Blog of the Boston Globe always offers stunning pictures from across the globe. Recently they compiled some of the best pictures from National Geographic’s 2009 photo contest and as usual they are stellar. The above picture by Cesare Naldi was one of my favorites.
Last night I got the opportunity to attend my first NASCAR race at Atlanta Motor Speedway. I have always loved cars and enjoyed watching races as a child, but mainly for the crashes. (Horrible, I know!) Although NASCAR will probably never be “my thing,” I have to say I was impressed with the passion of NASCAR fans. I would much rather see fans going nuts than people just sitting there totally unengaged.
My favorite part of the evening was visiting pit row before the race. To be down among the cars, crews and drivers was really fun and an experience I will never forget. Below are some pictures from the evening.
What are the the things you walk by everyday but don’t really see? What are the amazing moments that we fail to capture because we don’t see them. I think this principle not only applies to photography or videography, but to every area in life. What opportunities do I miss to help someone, bring hope or a smile to a face simply because I’m only looking in and not looking out. I for one want to broaden my perspective and really see the world. How about you?
With all the summer thunderstorms happening around us, there’s no better time to capture some great photographs of lightning. I stumbled across some great tips on capturing lightning and I wanted to share them with you.
Genius photographer Chase Jarvis is taking at least one picture a day with his iPhone. This just proves my theory that a good photographer can take great pictures even with a camera phone. It’s not about the equipment, but the artists vision! You can follow his daily posts on twitter or see some of his best shots here.
I had to share this awe-inspiring video of the Milky Way shot by William Castleman. I had the opportunity to see the Milky Way a few years ago, while staying near St. George Island in the late fall. I have never seen anything quite like it and I’m looking forward to my next chance to see it again.
Amazing new app coming out for photographers from onOne software. From your iPhone you can control settings like:
I’m excited to see all the possibilities this will open up! For more information about this amazing app visit onOne. Watch a video of it in action.
Fred R. Conrad/The New York Times
I love this essay written by Fred Conrad for “Lens”. Lens is a new photojournalism blog by The NY Times. In his essay, Fred talks about stepping back and taking the time to really look at a picture. How many times have I been guilty of just snapping and not really taking the time to absorb the whole context of a picture. After looking at his pictures, I think I may just take his advice!
Checkout this very cool site that offers a bird’s eye view of NYC. (via Chase Jarvis)
My older brother, Jeremy is a very talented photographer and I just had to show off some of his latest work and brag on him a little. He was recently in the Florida panhandle shooting some promotional work for Alys Beach. I’m always impressed with his work, but this latest set of shots is just amazing. I have included a few of them here, but for the complete treat visit his blog. You should also visit his website which just happens to be designed by me. How’s that for shameless self-promotion?
