Analogue or Digital Photography?

Posted by Annie on 26th April 2012 in Features

For a new photographer, it may be hard to decide whether you want to try analogue or digital photography. Both have their boons and both have their falls, and although you can always check online or ask around to try to find out which is the best, the only real way of establishing which is right for you is first-hand experience.

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Photography for Pleasure and Profit

Posted by Annie on 23rd April 2012 in Features

Photography can be a very rewarding business for the ardent photo clicker in you. If knowing the difference between a full stop and an f/stop means something to you, and you enjoy building a gallery of photos, photography could be your full-time business. So many exciting opportunities exist ranging between art and journalism. Whatever it is that interests you, there are always opportunities available for talent photographers.

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The Dest Digital Cameras on the Market

Posted by Annie on 20th April 2012 in Equipment

Buying digital cameras is a difficult and confusing process due to the vast amount of options available on the market. However, knowing exactly what you are after in terms of features, functions and price can help make your decision a whole lot easier.

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The Best Printers for Digital Photographers

Posted by Annie on 15th April 2012 in Equipment

Any printer can print, but professional photographers need something more than this; they need prints of the highest quality, which can be provided by a photo inkjet or dye sublimation printer. The former prints both photos and documents, but the later has been designed specifically for photo printing. In an inkjet printer, small drops of ink are deposited on the paper unlike dye sublimation where heat is used to convert solid dye to gas to create the image. As photo printers are an expensive and crucial investment for you, as a digital photographer, knowing what you desire and how much you would be ready to pay will make deciding what to buy smoother. Read the rest of this entry »

The Most Influential Photographers in History

Posted by Annie on 11th April 2012 in Features

Since the pioneers of photography in the early nineteenth century, masters of this art form have exerted influence on the world as well as on the development of photography itself. From Daguerre and Fox Talbot through to Diane Arbus, photographers have demonstrated technical and creative possibilities which have inspired people worldwide as well as providing a unique record of events, people and places. Read the rest of this entry »

The Power of a Good Company Logo

Posted by Annie on 9th April 2012 in Design

A company logo is a symbol. This may seem obvious, but it’s vital to appreciate the gargantuan power that such insignias wield. It’s because of this power that nations establish their seats of government in iconic buildings and that an entire branch of jurisprudence protects trademark ownership. It’s no wonder that symbolism is exploited to turn a profit. Nonetheless, the clout behind the company logo is no mystery. Read the rest of this entry »