Photographing traveling – traveling photographing Travel photography seems to be a ‘thing’ of today. A photographical subgenre that unfolds and spreads online through social media networks and blogs – but travel photography is not a phenomenon of today their origin goes way back in the history of photography. So what is travel photography, what is hidden behind this description, this term that is so widespread in the world of photography and not only there? Its tmotives are the places, sites and especially the people who seem to appear more or less randomly in front of the photographer’s lens.
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It is getting cold outside…well at least for some of us…so we think it’s time to discover photography indoors. Get inspired and maybe even buy some great works. 2014 has a hell lot to offer – check out the best photography fairs worldwide!
Best photography fairs worldwide
London: The London Photograph Fair
The fair takes place four times a year, has room for up to 45 galleries or dealers to show their best pieces. Either hung on the walls of the booths or laid on t
he table – images everywhere! Take you time and let photography take you on a lovely and relaxed Sunday stroll.
See more: http://www.photofair.co.uk/
Madrid: Madrid Foto – International Photography Fair
Madrid? Art? Prado? NO! Madrid Foto brings fine art photography into the city. For 3 days in late May or early July it’s all about international photography, artists and dealers. The combination of the Old Slaughterhouse’s atmosphere, the Spanish way of living and high quality art make a visit definitely worth it!
See more: http://madridfoto.es/
Yes, we are nerds – we love museums. Check out our favourites!
10 Best Photography Museums Worldwide
New York: International Center of Photography
Robert Capa, Henri Cartier-Bresson, Gordon Parks – just to drop a few names of who is waiting for you in the ICP. Various exhibitions, events and the included research center create a great interactive space for historical and contemporary photography from Tuesday till Friday.
See more: http://www.icp.org/
Tokyo: Tokyo Metropolitan Museum of Photography
4 floors full of photography and a library on top – what else do you want? Besides the focus on Japanese photographers also works of international artists are displayed. Open from Tuesday – Sunday.
See more: http://www.syabi.com/e/contents/index.html
Amsterdam: foam
From the outside foam comes along in the typical style of old, classic Amsterdam. Inside three spacious galleries, with high, white and modern halls offer room for exhibitions on contemporary international photography. Located in the center foam opens its door 7 days a week, between 10am and 6pm (Th/Fr 9pm).
See more: http://www.foam.org/home
Not long ago photography was not even recognized and more over not even accepted as ART. Today’s market prices for photographs tell you nothing about this neglect. Take a look at this list and see what level photography has reached… become overwhelmed, maybe even be jealous, get inspired, get motivated, be facinated, stay up to date with the current market and most of all take a look at amazing photographs.
Words of wisdom
Every once in a while all of us need some advice in life…or photography!
Here is one…no, not Mother Mary speaking words of wisdom… but Mr. Stephen Shore himself. Addressed to all (aspiring) photographers, this letter is definitely worth reading and to recall whenever you pick up your camera our just think about it.