by JBlack | Nov 1, 2020 | Uncategorized |
Often, I’m what you might call a roadside photographer. As we get older it gets harder and harder to take the strenuous trails. So, what is a photographer to do but take the easy/moderate trails or become a roadside photographer whether you are a novice or advance photographer or just taking pictures on the family vacation. Do not let time of day or schedules on vacation discourage you. Many good-great pictures await you within 100 yards of your car. If you can, plan your vacation day and get out there for the golden hours. Experiment…don’t only use the “P” programming or “A” auto settings on your camera. Underexpose by 1/2 or a full stop and see the difference in color saturation. Just a few rambling thoughts for consideration. Enjoy your picture taking!
by JBlack | Sep 30, 2020 | Uncategorized |
Open Competition
Submission Deadline: January 7, 2021 13:00 GMT
Sony’s World Photography Awards is open for submissions.
“Photographers of all abilities can enter multiple single images to the following categories: Architecture, Culture, Creative, Motion, Landscape, Lifestyle, Natural World & Wildlife, Portraiture, Still Life, Object, Street Photography, and Travel.”
See: https://www.worldphoto.org/sony-world-photography-awards
by JBlack | Sep 30, 2020 | Uncategorized |
Photo contests are a great place to showcase you work; however, not all contests are created equal. I encourage all photographers at all levels of expertise to enter, but my advise is do your homework.
Several contests sole purpose, it appears, is to make money through high fees. Research their reputations to see if there are complaints i.e. using the names of judges who were never contacted. Visit sites like the World Photography Organization, “whose purpose is to raise the level of conversation around photography worldwide, through a year-round programme of exhibitions, awards and competitions.”
The internet is a great place which will assist you in finding great contests like the Sony World Photography Awards, Nikon’s Small World Competition, or the International Photo Awards (IPA).
Good Luck!
