The bubble…
Well, i have written several times before on how the progress technology is influencing the consumer involvement in Photography in general and the future trend.
Based on the current progress – I think, we might soon (5-10 years) see the technology progress leaving behind the still photography for better things to come. Such as: E-Ink replacing photo prints (why would one like to see still images in an electronic NY Times news paper, if one can see video instead), self contained LCD monitors replacing photo frames (all sizes – yes, on the wall!), Hi -res video cameras replacing still photography in general, smaller and smaller cameras replacing DSLRs etc.
So, what does this mean to an Artist?…It is a good thing actually. Here is why… Read more
Thoughts for the week
Well, like always – these are just my thoughts. They are some observations and my perception on the philosophical aspects of Photography.
Updated: Ok – i have never gone back and re-edited any of my posts in true tradition of “published” means – it is done. Cant change it. This is one exception. I think i must have written this when i was either very frustrated, or drunk. So, i am re-visiting this post.
- Photography is easy. Well, “easier than before” is more technically correct. I am not talking about me reaching that proficiency level or anything like that. I just feel that with modern cameras that pretty much guarantee good pictures every click – you are mostly left to point the camera to the right place to make a great picture. During my recent visit to Photoexpo and viewing several hundred big and bright pictures hanging up proudly on manufacturer’s walls (printer manufacturers, paper companies and album makers etc.) – i kept saying to myself “I could have done that” – and to make the matters worse, spoke to a few people and realized they could have done it just as easily as well. Read more
Taking it up a notch…
Well, this is not a definitive guide…but more like a starting guide. Of course, this is based on my own experience and such and therefore like all other things – a work in progress.
- Dedication: Well, this sounds obvious, but is very important. Photography takes a lot of time not just to take pictures, but post-processing, printing, networking and marketing. Frankly – i am not sure how those guys with families and kids achieve the fame and success that they have. Remember – if Photography is not your full time career, you will be competing against those that does this for a living. There simply is no way you can reach the top – when the professional is practicing his/her skill 9 hours/day every day, and you only take pictures on the weekends. Reaching the top takes time, practice and experience. There are no short cuts to this. If you cannot spend time everyday, it doesn’t mean you cannot reach there – it only takes more time. I have seen photographers in photo clubs and such, who have been shooting all their life for 40 years+, and sill shoot crappy pictures. The fact is that they simply have not spent enough time to improve their craft. period. I think it is for this reason that some of the best artists lead solitary lives (to spend the most time and dedication to improving their craft). Read more
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