Jul
25
2010
This week the Isle of Wight Digital Imaging Group had a mixed bag of tasks to get through, but thanks to Francis who proposed we ‘Get Stoned at Dimbola’ we discovered news of a photography competition on our doorstep.
We had a sneak preview of efforts and were impressed by the psychedelic look Walter gave to the Pebble People in Freshwater Bay. ‘Get Stoned at Dimbola’ images from all of our members will be reviewed soon…
The sculpture will be there for the next six weeks, during which time a Pebble People Photography Competition to capture the essence and flavour of the sculpture and the surrounding area has been launched. Continue Reading »
Jul
25
2010
There’s no secret formula when it comes to taking good pictures.
“Sometimes I do get to places just when God’s ready to have somebody click the shutter.”- Ansel Adams
Such is the beauty of photography! Good pictures are all about having the ability to see the possibility of a good frame and also being in the right place, at the right time!
Of course, you can ensure that you refer to the latest trends in photography and be up-to-date with developments as well, but there’s nothing stopping you being creative and letting your imagination soar.
Photography Tips: How to take Good Pictures Continue Reading »
Jul
25
2010
Earlier this month the European Court of Human Rights rejected the Governments appeal to it’s decision in January that ruled Section 44 of the Terrorism Act 2000 in breach of Article 8 of the European Convention on Human Rights.
I’m a Photographer, Not a Terrorist! Is a campaign run by photographers for anyone who values visual imagery. It was set up in 2009 in response to new terrorism laws preventing the photographing of police officers. In January it organised a mass photo gathering in Trafalgar Square that attracted over 2,000 photographers from across the country.
It follows a series of high profile incidents of police harassing photographers. The Metropolitan Police accepted liability and paid compensation for a breach of Article 10 when they prevented photojournalist Marc Vallée and videographer Jason Parkinson from covering a demonstration outside the Greek Embassy in 2008. Continue Reading »
Jul
25
2010
One of our tasks, or should I say continuing mission at the Isle of Wight Digital Imaging Group, is to invite our members to choose a photographer (famous or not) for a show and tell presentation.
This task was quite an eye opener as rarely when we look at a photograph do we question who was on the other side of the lens. The emphasis on how these artists and their photography influenced our love of the art and brought photography into our lives can be quite an emotive quest. Continue Reading »
Jul
25
2010
Nikon Owners Magazine Exclusive Scoop: In the next issue of Nikon Owner magazine, Editor Gray Levett interviews two of the most well-respected photographers in their fields: Jim Brandenburg and Mike Maloney OBE.
The interview with Mike Maloney will be followed in subsequent issues by a new series of articles unique to Nikon Owner entitled ‘Mike Maloney’s World’. Continue Reading »
Jul
25
2010
Canon has announced for the second consecutive year it is to sponsor the search for The Times Young Photographer of the Year. Now in its 9th year, the competition seeks to find the country’s best young photographer.
The competition was launched in The Times newspaper on 16th July and will run until 31st August 2010. Continue Reading »
