Strange Worlds

Strange Worlds →

“My work involves the construction of small-scale meticulously detailed models using various materials and objects to create emotive landscapes.”

Amazing surreal landscapes by Matthew Albanese.

How the US Govt Accidentally Created the Golden Age of American Photography

How the US Govt Accidentally Created the Golden Age of American Photography →

“These photographers, and others who followed them, defined the genre of documentary photography. Their images defined a critical time in history and explored techniques that guided photography for a generation. They also demonstrated just how powerfully photography could influence society.”

What is mobile photography, and why are we still asking that question?

What is mobile photography, and why are we still asking that question? →

“The combination of accessibility, ease, sharing capabilities and sheer proliferation of smartphones would soon cause a major change in the world of photography, forever.”

Anton Kawasaki with a great look at how the rise of smartphones and social sharing web sites have shaped photography.

Computational Photography →

“Computational photography crunches data from an array of snaps to produce a composite image. This can include multiple exposures in quick succession, for high-dynamic-range (HDR) photographs that can appear hyper-real…”

By combining photos they are able to produce an image of a painting without unwanted glare – pretty remarkable, and something that may one day be a feature of mobile phone camera apps.