Joe McNally is an internationally acclaimed, award-winning photographer whose prolific career includes assignments in nearly 70 countries. McNally is known worldwide as not only one of the top, technically excellent photographers of his generation, but his charming demeanor, confidence, and humor make him a sought-after choice from CEOs to celebrities to commercial and magazine clients alike.
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The Candid Frame #538 - Greg Gorman
For over four decades, Greg Gorman has continued to master the art of photography. From celebrity portraits and advertising campaigns to magazine layouts and fine artwork, Greg has developed and showcased a discriminating and unique style in his profession. His new book is It’s Not About Me: A Retrospective
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Waiting for Your Moment: Images from the Flickr Pool
In this week's video, Ibarionex talks about waiting for a moment in your photographs. Rather than snapping blindly, this video suggests observing all the elements in a scene and waiting for the flourish or gestures that helps to tell a story or produce visual tension.
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Shooting Into the Light: Images from the Flickr Pool
In this week's video, Ibarionex discusses what to look for when shooting into the light. It’s not just an opportunity to create a graphic silhouette. It’s also a chance to create a strong photograph that leverages lines, shapes and most importantly gesture.
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When to Go Vertical: Images from the Flickr Pool
In this week's video, Ibarionex discusses how and why he chooses to create a vertical rather than a horizontal composition. He explains how choosing to go vertical can eliminate distracting elements from the composition while at the same time emphasizing the presence of repeating lines and shapes.
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Leveraging Diagonals for Composition: Images from the Flickr Pool
In this week's video, Ibarionex discusses how to use the diagonal lines of a scene and your subjects for better compositions. He was spurred to discuss the subject after someone asked him how to build an interesting composition when you don’t have the benefit of dramatic lighting.
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Seeing at Home: Images from the Flickr Pool
In this week's video, Ibarionex discusses how to challenge your photographic eye when documenting your own living space. He suggests that you consider using your own environment for a potential subject matter, providing you ready access with which to practice your photographic skills.
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Webinar: Light & Shadow
In this live webinar conducted through Rocky Nook publishing, I discuss the role of light and shadow and how it can elevate your photography. The discussion is tied to the release of my new book Making Photographs: Developing a Personal Visual Workflow.
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Photo: Alan Shulik
Working with Quality Light: Images from the Flickr Pool
In this week's video, Ibarionex discusses the importance of the quality of the light and why it may be important for a photographer to find a way to find and take advantage of good light.
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Photo: d.xin
Just Sitting: Images from the Flickr Pool
In this week's video, Ibarionex discusses whether it is possible to make a good photograph of someone who is just sitting down. Explores what visual qualities the photographer should be on the lookout to create a composition with just an ordinary and mundane of a scene.
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Ebook Recommondations
It is important for me to examine different approaches to photography. Though I have been photographing for years and have found an approach that really works for me, I am always open to learning from others, especially when other photographers have a different perspective.
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Capturing the Embrace: Images from the Flickr Pool
In this week's video, Ibarionex discusses how to capture intimate photographs of human affection. He explains why it is important to not only capture the moment of human interaction but also to carefully consider the other elements within the frame.
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Photo: Jeff Schemmer
Street Photography Sans People: Images from the Flickr Pool
In this week's video, Ibarionex discusses how great street photography does not always have to rely on the presence of people. He explains how evaluating a scene for light & shadow, line & shape, color and gesture helps you to produce wonderful photographs of the most mundane scenes.
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Photo: omri shomer
Shapes & Lines: Images from the Flickr Pool
In this week's video, Ibarionex the role of shape and line in developing his visual workflow. He explains by how observing lines and shapes, he can begin the processing of discovering and refining his composition, well before a human subject and the accompanying gesture complete the moment.
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Photo: Ibarionex
Working the Scene: Street Photography
In this week's video, Ibarionex walks through his process for creating a pair of street images during his recent trip to South Africa. He explains how he worked the scene in a variety of ways considering light and shadow and the different elements that entered and exited the frame.
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Photo: sebastien regert
Lighting Transitions: Images from the Flickr Pool
In this week's video, Ibarionex talks about paying attention to transitions between light and shadow and using those as the foundation of a photographic composition. Using listener images, he demonstrates how a photographer can produce a carefully composed frame that builds on the strengths of light, shape, color and gesture.
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