Delphine Diallo: What is Photography?
Cory RiceThis is a different definition of photography, people have to understand that. I'm not just trying to be a better photographer than others—that doesn’t interest me—photography is the direct...
View ArticleXyza Cruz Bacani: What is Photography?
Photography is a verb, it pushes me to action. I don’t have baby photos or really any photo of me as a child, I don’t have that personal history, so I want to create a history with my photos....
View ArticlePodcast: Jazz Photography and “Harlem 1958” by Art Kane
In 1958, Art Kane, already a successful art director looking to jump-start his photography career, pitched the idea of a “class photo” for Vogue magazine’s annual jazz edition. In addition to...
View ArticleHit the Streets with the Latest Leica CL Kits
Now may be the best time to invest in the Leica CL Mirrorless Camera System because Leica has just unveiled two new kits to help get photographers started. This includes a sensible Starter Bundle that...
View ArticleHoliday Light Shows 2018: Southeast Region
In the southeastern states, holiday lights spread seasonal cheer on the wind like the sweet scents and verdant growth that enlivens the senses in more temperate months. From Virginia’s Blue Ridge...
View Article13 Creative Exercises for Photographers
Photographer David Flores, with the help of B&H pro Todd Vorenkamp, wants to give you 13 ways to flex your photographic muscles. Each of these activities can be done by anyone with a camera. Some...
View ArticleErica Jay: What is Photography?
Cory RiceFor me, photography is the expression of an inner world, shareable and communicative. When I first became involved in helping make images, mostly as a fine art subject, my immediate goal was...
View ArticleGershon Eisenberger: What is Photography?
Photography is your best effort to reproduce what your eye sees and, in certain cases, to go beyond what your eyes can see. — Gershon Eisenberg, product developer, Vivitar Flash, Macro-zoom lens, T-4...
View ArticlePodcast: Cameras and Lenses of the Year, 2018
It is that time of year, when we chat about the cameras that have been announced in 2018 and toss in some commentary by our in-house experts. We also make time for our favorite new lenses and a few...
View ArticleAndrea Ortado: Love of the Craft
Whether it’s shooting street or event photography, Andrea Ortado’s work captures the beauty in the moment, adding meaning and permanence to a time that is fleeting. Working as a Live Chat Agent, Ortado...
View ArticleClay Benskin: What is Photography?
Cory RiceStreet Photography is like a jigsaw puzzle, and I love putting the pieces together.— Clay Benskin, photographerWednesday, December 19, 2018 - 12:51pm
View ArticleClassic Camera Review: The Leica M4
Leica M-series rangefinder cameras are considered, by many, to be the quintessential camera. They are exquisitely designed, they’re hand assembled from the finest materials, and because Leica produces...
View ArticleKristen Auriemma: Love of the Craft
Kristen Auriemma’s photographic style is best described as soft, sleek, and conceptual—traits thoroughly evinced in her stunning portraiture work. In addition to being a professional photographer,...
View ArticlePodcast: Photography is…
On today’s show, we discuss a portrait and interview project that was created for B&H Explora, our online magazine and home base of the B&H Photography Podcast. The project is titled, “What is...
View ArticleStriking a Balance Between Film and Digital
I came of age as a photographer when film was still the only dance in town. When digital began infiltrating the marketplace, in the mid-1990s, I resisted until the cost of DSLRs capable of producing...
View Article2018: This Year in Film
Once again, film continued to thrive in 2018, with several announcements garnering a great deal of attention and inspiring photographers to return to film or even shoot film for the first time. Defying...
View ArticleShane Lyons: What is Photography?
Cory RicePhotography was an escape for me. I had a pretty poor and tough family life growing up—alcoholism, drug addiction, prison—that I had to get away from. Almost anyone can get a camera these days...
View ArticlePodcast: Clip Job - Favorite Moments from 2018
It has been a fabulous year for the B&H Photography Podcast, with an incredibly diverse set of topics we discussed, and guests we welcomed. The podcast team is very thankful to those who gave their...
View ArticleAdriana Teresa Letorney: What is Photography?
Cory RicePhotography is perspective. In many cases, photography is a combination of image, story, editor, photographer, and even viewer. An image may seem simple, straightforward, but its myriad of...
View ArticleLevi Tenenbaum: Love of the Craft
Levi Tenenbaum uses photography to express all facets of his imagination, whether it’s a big, cinematic idea or something quieter and more intimate. His photos reflect the passion and explosive energy...
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