In a previous article, I briefly discussed why analog photography is seeing somewhat of a resurgence among the younger crowd. The allure of analog photography may be due to both the aesthetics of the resulting images, as well as the anticipation (or excitement!) of not knowing how your images will turn out. After some deliberation, I … Read more
As photographers, we are constantly on the prowl for that decisive moment. But like most things in life, I believe that there is an element of “luck” – or to put it simply, circumstances that can affect how our photos turn out to be. For example, it is not always possible to predict the weather or lighting conditions … Read more
“One-step photography” was a concept introduced by the inventor of the Polaroid Land Camera, Edwin H. Land. During a 1947 meeting of the Optical Society of America in New York, he demonstrated how it was possible to produce a fully-developed portrait of himself in just under a minute – a feat of engineering in those … Read more
I open this topic with a question that had been buzzing in my head – is film coming back? The numbers seem to concur with this – analog photography is seeing a gradual but steady comeback, in no small part due to adoption by a generation that had likely never shot on film – the … Read more
It is difficult not to overstate the impact that mobile devices have on photography in general. Gone are the days when the casual tourist would whip out a compact camera for the usual holiday snaps. It its place, our phones have become the “de facto” camera for just about anything on the go, and conventional … Read more
I am pleased to announce the launching of a new series of short-form documentary pieces: Picture Stories. I am deeply passionate about my travels and experiences abroad, so I make it my focus (no pun intended) to capture from these lands, far and near, pictures of treasured memories and moments long gone. The centrepiece of … Read more
From providing an avenue for self-expression to promoting mindfulness and fostering emotional well-being, the act of capturing images can be a powerful tool for healing and personal growth. Photography as a creative endeavor is often celebrated for its ability to capture and freeze precious moments in time. Beyond its artistic and creative aspects, what is … Read more
In an age dominated by smartphones and digital imaging, it has become easier than ever to capture precious moments. With this convenience, oftentimes the countless photos that we snap are consigned to the virtual abyss of our devices and cloud storage, and are unlikely to be seen again. It must be noted however, that there … Read more
Disclaimer: With great power comes great responsibility –improper use of rsync and robocopy may result in irreversible data-loss. If working on your OS X terminal or Windows command prompt takes you too far out of your comfort zone, then you may be better off with a tried and tested off-the-shelf solution. Face it – there … Read more