Archive: January 2010

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Back to the Classics

Jan 29 2010

While writing my Expressionism and Photography article, I was looking back to 19th century to unveil the very beginnings of expressionism in portraiture. Today I would like to travel even a bit further in time and take a better look of 17th century painters, especially that they are less known in pop culture. Lets begin [...]

Week 3 – Being a Swimmer

Jan 25 2010

Info I used to swim a lot as a kid. Even had a proper training and took part in a few meetings. This week I wanted to travel in time and feel a bit like that kid again. Fortunately it didn’t happen! The feeling is completely different, stronger, screaming into the water drops, meant for [...]

1st Light, 2nd Light, Focus… Boom!

Jan 22 2010

In the third episode of In Search for Style I would like to introduce you to some simple off-camera flash techniques I’m using. Those of you who are new to photography are probably wondering how am I achieving the light in my portraits. We will go step by step, set up strobes, check angles and [...]

Week 2 – Mean and Furry

Jan 18 2010

Info Winter is at it’s best here, in Poland. Freezing cold and the snow is everywhere. My first idea was to create some sort of a polar-like mood. Blue sky, snowy field, dark glasses and a big, warm hood. However when I started thinking about going out with all equipment just to find out that [...]

Finding Visual Inspirations

Jan 15 2010

Last week I have introduced you to the 365 Project by Maciek Leśniak. Maciek said that the most important thing he has learned with his project is an ability to find inspiration literally everywhere. While this is a very important skill, everyone needs to develop it by themselves. Today I would like to show you [...]

Week 1 – On the White

Jan 11 2010

Week One of Fifty, yes, it is happening! Just now I’m starting up my 50 Weeks Project where for the next 50 weeks I will be posting my self-portraits, thoughts and more. Each photo will have it’s dedicated blog post for comments and additional information, and a dedicated web page where you will be able [...]