Waves have captivated humankind since the dawn of time. They can be seen in art throughout the ages, from ancient Japanese woodblock printing right up to modern photography, which form the basis of this article. It’s hard to explain why we’re so fascinated by these wind-generated ripples, which serve as symbols of the immense power held by the world’s oceans. Perhaps it’s that they’re fun, impressive
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There is something irresistibly attractive about beaches, the place where sea, sky and land converge, making it an ideal subject matter for photographers to turn their lens to. The quality of light as it reflects of the sea, sand and clouds, the breaking of waves, and the often-dramatic coastal landforms can all combine to wonderful effect. The coast also holds an important place in the human
Fisheye photographs are taken by using an extremely wide-angle lens to capture very wide images. These pictures are known as hemispherical, since they record half a sphere, and the lens were originally developed take whole-sky pictures for meteorological research. The artistic potential of the fisheye lens was quickly recognized by all kinds of photographers, leading to some truly intriguing images. This post brings together 20 examples
There is something irresistibly attractive about the sight of a waterfall, the drama of water crashing from height onto rocks and rapids. Impressive waterfalls are found all over the world, often in wildly remote locations and areas of stunning natural beauty, so are enticing subject matter for photographers. This post brings together a selection of amazing waterfall photographs, 26 examples of these extraordinary sights. Each photograph
Infrared photography captures the near-infrared part of the electro magnetic spectrum, a wavelength of light that is invisible to the naked eye but when caught by camera produces astonishing imagery. Far-infrared is the domain of thermal imaging, however, this post is concerned with photography of the near-infrared field, where everyday objects and scenes are given an otherworldly allure by showing the light that is otherwise undetectable
Cities look amazing in black and white. A lack of color adds definition to cityscapes, making the straight lines of roads and skyscrapers appear crisp and distinct. Black and white photography does more than simply mirror the greyness of the urban jungle landscape, it brings urban morphology and architecture into clear focus, while capturing the sense of isolation one can feel in a city, even when
