Posted 01/31/2023
Jonathan Jasberg introduces the seven most common photographic elements he uses in his work to create complex images, beyond standard layering. Jasberg also discusses his mental workflow for envisioning a scene.
0:00 - Introduction
2:57 - It’s About Capturing the Moment
8:26 - The Seven Photographic Elements
9:35 - Supporting Characters
16:18 - Frames
22:08 - Colors
26:41 - Reflections
28:19 - Symbols
30:40 - Echoes
33:49 - Shadows
38:16 - Behind the Images
52:27 - Final Thoughts
54:50 - Q&A
Posted 01/19/2023
Chrystofer “Dolo” Davis has become one of the predominant voices of change from Newark, NJ, using his camera to break barriers while uniting a community. We sit down with Davis to talk about the city he loves, the gear he’s passionate about, and the creative vision that motivates him to be involved with literally every aspect of the industry.
0:00 - Introduction
2:05 - Coming Full Circle: Student to Teacher
7:34 - The Difference Between Professional Jobs and Being a Teacher
13:36 - Showing What Newark, NJ, Has to Offer Through Photography/Art
Posted 11/11/2022
This is your introduction to drone photography and videography! As a beginner, it might seem daunting to know where to start, but Matt Zefi has you covered with tips on safety, taking different types of cinematic shots, composition, finding the best lighting, and more. Zefi uses the DJI Mavic 3, but many of his tips apply to myriad drones.
0:00 - Introduction
0:30 - Safety Regulations, Training, and Preparations
1:24 - Drone Basics (Photo and Video)
3:26 - Speed vs. Altitude
3:56 - Creativity
5:14 -
Posted 11/01/2022
In this seminar, Dotan Saguy, street photographer and author of two photobooks, shares his recipe for getting great street photography images. He’ll explain how to look for the right opportunities, what the best camera settings are, and how to avoid the most common mistakes to help you improve your street photography skills.
0:00 - Introduction
3:06 – Saguy’s Perspective on Street Photography
7:40 – Saguy’s Recipe for Street Photography
19:20 - How to Look for Opportunities
22:33 – Fishing: How to Look
26:05 – Following: How to Look
30:40 –
Posted 08/15/2022
Street photographer Harvey Stein has visited and revisited the same destinations throughout his career, photographing strangers all around the world. In this seminar, he shares his tried-and-true techniques for capturing street portraits, as well as the stories behind his images.
0:00 - Introduction
1:24 - Stein's Not-So-Secret Secrets
7:35 - Flight Photos
10:25 - New Mexico
23:00 - India
34:09 - Mexico
36:30 - More from Stein
For even more fun, listen in as Stein discusses his newest book, Coney Island People: 50 Years, and offers valuable
Posted 07/21/2022
Street photographer Hugh Brownstone shares his tips for shooting black-and-white photos with your digital camera. Whether you're making portraits, cityscapes, or architectural photos, these techniques will help you get started!
0:00 - Introduction
0:18 - Use Technology
0:44 - How to Expose
1:28 - Capture in Color
1:48 - Think of the Edit
2:14 - Where to Be
Did you find these tips helpful? Let us know in the Comments section, below.
Posted 11/05/2021
Learn how to level up your street portrait photography with FUJIFILM creator Derek Fahsbender, who tells you how he makes his street portraiture more interesting, as well as how to talk to strangers and take their pictures, even if you're on the introverted side.
What are your tips for approaching and photographing strangers? Share them with us in the Comments section.
Posted 07/16/2021
It’s important to be respectful when approaching and photographing strangers. Documentary photographer and Sony Artisan Ira Block shares his portrait photography tips for capturing people in different cultures with courtesy and respect.
What are your experiences when taking travel portraits? Tell us about them in the Comments section, below.
Posted 05/20/2021
In this presentation, Leica Akademie instructor Dotan Saguy analyzes where most street photographers go wrong and provides 10 ways for you to stand out. From photography composition to location, Saguy shows you how to step up your photo game.
Which of these tips will you be taking to the street? Let us know in the Comments, below, and share your own recommendations for outstanding street photography.
Posted 05/03/2021
Visual storyteller Paola Franqui, aka Monaris, shares her portrait photography tips when taking pictures of strangers through reflections.
Which tips are new to you, and which will you be applying to your own photos? Share them in the Comments section, below, along with any other recommendations you may have.
Posted 03/13/2021
Street photographer Kenneth Hines, Jr. doesn’t like “following the crowd,” and it shows in his incredible images. Hines not only discusses camera gear and settings, but his spontaneous approach to street photography, which will allow you to visualize the final photo before capturing it.
If you enjoyed this video and would like to see more, click here and come back often to BandH.com!
Posted 09/07/2020
Where do you begin when attempting to find your street photography style? How do you get your photos to stand out from the rest? Do your choices in camera gear affect the final product? In this presentation, street photographer Dotan Saguy will reveal key choices you can make throughout your photographic process to craft your signature visual style.
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Posted 07/27/2020
What makes FUJIFILM’s X Series so unique? How can you get the most out of your FUJIFILM cameras? Are these cameras good for wedding photography, street photography, or both? Derek and FUJIFILM’s John Haggerty answer these questions and more about the FUJIFILM X Series.
Posted 05/11/2020
Learn about the Olympus OM-D E-M5 Mark III mirrorless camera in this joint presentation by Olympus tech project manager Matt Kandel and Olympus Pro Visionary Frank T. Smith. Matt begins this session with a brief history of Olympus and a product overview, after which Frank shares his adventures in landscape photography and talks about his experience with this very capable and compact camera.
Afterward, view this
Posted 03/31/2020
Gain insight on how to use your visual voice to define your niche in photography with UK-based photographer Alan Schaller. From the streets of London to the alleyways of New York City, Schaller will share his monochromatic journey to help you find your path in the photographic world.