The diary of Dragonstreet Photography's adventures in the field. From simple photo outings to long journeys in this vast world! Let's explore the planet and its history together.
Technology has never been so powerful, yet the eye has never been so fragile. Perfect autofocus, ideal exposure, calibrated colours, surgical sharpness... Everything is just right. Everything is clean. But something is missing?
By dint of wanting to control the image,
we sometimes forget to look at it. Photography doesn't die for lack of technology, it withers when technique takes the place of the eye.
Facing the limestone cliffs of the south coast of England, at Old Harry Rocks, time seems suspended. This image is the result of a walk, patient observation and a point of view found as the landscape unfolds, without any prior calculation or attempt to force it.
Following in the footsteps of the great photographers without losing your way: 7 lessons from McCurry, Salgado, Lange and others to nourish and inspire your own personal vision.
For many photographers, travelling is an inexhaustible source of inspiration. But it's impossible to take all your equipment with you! So what is the essential equipment for the nomad photographer, to travel light, stay free and not miss a single unique moment?
The telephoto zoom is an essential tool for wildlife, sports and nature photographers who want to capture subjects from a distance. A telephoto zoom can transform your images and open up new creative possibilities. However, it's essential to know how to use it effectively.
Wildlife photography is an exciting discipline, but it requires, and to my mind implies, a profound respect for wildlife and natural habitats. Our responsibility is to capture the beauty of the wild without disturbing the animals or their environment.
It's when we take a late-night stroll (like any photographer 😅 ) a little before, during or after the golden hours that we sometimes come across some pleasant surprises. That's the case here with this photo taken in Hauts-de-France, in the Bois de Cise to be precise.
