Before we dive in, let’s clarify: this article is about adding frames to images in post-processing, not about framing a shot while taking the photo. Framing within the composition is a whole different subject, one I’ll be exploring in another article soon.
A single glance. A fleeting expression. A frozen moment in time. Can a photograph truly tell a story? Absolutely. More than just a record of reality, a powerful image can whisper secrets, evoke emotions, and transport us to another world. It’s an art form that transcends language, inviting us to become active participants in the…
There are some books that enter your life at just the right time. When you’re young, searching, and hungry for something raw and real. Tulsa by Larry Clark was one of those books for me. As a teenager, exploring life by going out, partying, and doing the things that teenagers do, Clark’s work hit like…
Where this is true and for the past few years, my iPhone 13 has been my faithful companion on this photography journey. It’s helped me capture everyday moments with remarkable clarity, and it’s taught me to look for creative opportunities even when my equipment is far from perfect. However, as my passion for photography has…
Sirkka-Liisa Konttinen’s latest photobook, Writing in the Sand, is an evocative testament to a career built on capturing the raw beauty and ephemeral moments of life. This exquisite volume, now distributed by Dewi Lewis Publishing, is much more than a collection of images—it is the culmination of twenty-five years of dedicated work, a visual diary…
In the ever-evolving realm of rock culture, where music and image have long been intertwined, Or glory 21st Century Rockers – Horst A. Friedrichs Presetell Press stands as a powerful statement of modern rebelliousness and artistic expression. This photobook is not merely a collection of images—it is an immersive journey into the heart of contemporary…
Over the past couple of days, I’ve been diving deep into the world of LUTs and theme aesthetics, experimenting with different approaches to see what truly resonates with my vision. It’s been a fascinating process, one day I applied a uniform set of LUTs to all my images, and the following day I took the…