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This week the Guardian asks Is Photography Art? Now this is an interesting question and I already know my stance on it, Photography, to me - IS art. It can't not be art. It's creation, creativity, capturing, preserving - but it's Art. I'd be interested to see who agrees with this and who would say no to the Guardian's question - and why. So let's get thinking about it and debate it in the comments on this article...One commenter on the Guardian Article said the following..."Photography is definitely not art. In my opinion it's something way more beautiful and profound."
Community Relations News
Community Relations Newsletter The 6th issue of Celebrating Diversity from Nyx-Valentine Spirit Day Artisan Crafts Feature October Traditional Art Updates Muro Challenge Winners and FeaturesNews & Events from Chats
The Chat Events Calendar lists all upcoming chat events run by the communityrelations team. The Halloween plans have been firmed up and you can find out what's going on by checking out this article!
Spotlight Deviant
xOronar has been on deviantART for over six years now and has made a distinct impression on the community with her nature photography. Her Still Life Photography in particular is something that inspires many and is exquisitely created.
Project Educate
A Way with Light Illuminating Animal Manipulations Elements and Principles Art 101 Light from Dark Luneblue on CommercialismArt History
November will bring Stock and Resources Art History month. If YOU think you could write an article for the group during that month then note them now! Send a note over to ArtHistoryProject to get involved. Don't forget you can also sign up for December - Artisan Crafts, and January - Photography!
Stories of Improvement John Bauer and his Trolls Digital Art Feature: People Stories of ImprovementGeneral Photography
Community Volunteers Kaz-D | 3wyl |
We've had so much going on the past few months that we decided it was about time these things were combined into a handy article. This month 3wyl has put together the article that shares all the things that have been going on this month and highlight bits and pieces that you might have missed. Check out the full article here! I've put together a small article hopefully given you an insight into how you can present your work in a better way in terms of titles/comments and so on. Check out It's all about Presentation - Mostly.
Still Life Photography
Community Volunteers Kaz-D & 3wyl
Weekly Gallery Selections Photographer of the Week Nom Nom!People and Portraits Photography
Community Volunteers Kaz-D & 3wyl
Photographer of the Week People & Portraits ExposedPhotography Troubleshooting: Capturing BabiesArtistic Nude & Fetish Photography
Community Volunteer Nyx-Valentine
There's only one week left for the Artistic Nude, Fetish and Pinup/Glamour Halloweenie contest! Be sure to Check out the article and get your entries in soon!
Pin-Up & Glamour Photography
Community Volunteer DistortedSmile
Under the Skin is a regular series from DistortedSmile that aims to undercover some hidden talent within the photography community.
Abstract & Surreal Photography
Community Volunteer DpressedSoul
Time's up soon for DpressedSoul who has been on the volunteer team for almost a year! Florian has made a great impact on the Abstract and Surreal Photography community and he is asking for that one final push of suggestions before he leaves. Abstract World from DropxLife is out once more!
Conceptual Photography
Community Volunteer DemonMathiel
Check out the roundup of Conceptual Photography News from September and October. DemonMathiel has put together a few bits and pieces that will be of interest!
Darkroom Photography
Community Volunteer EveryNextDream
Darkroom exposed is out again and explores hidden talent from the darkroom community!
Street Photography
Community Volunteer StamatisGR
The September/October newsletter for Street Photography is out! Check out the full article for all the latest goings on within the street community.
News & Events From the Forums
35mm Film Camera Sigma 105mm Macro f/2.8 vs. Tamron 90mm Macro New Camera Nikon or Canon Posing models Book/Tutorial Recommendations? (tech-related) Why are digital Leica Ms so popular What's the effect name of this picture? Concept Ideas Lens to Nikon D5100 How seriously do you take photography? Any photographers using male models? Need recommendations? Which is the best site for selling stock photo's on, which pays the most? Autumn contests? Do you watermark your photos, how to do it easily?Photography Books
Photographing Trees by Edward Parker is a fantastic book, one of many by the author. The amazon review is promising and it's a must - have for any beginner or someone interested in starting out with photography.
"This new book by renowned wildlife photographer Edward Parker is suitable for all photographers regardless of equipment and experience. This inspiring yet simple guide shows you how to get the very best from your camera whether it is a point-and-shoot compact or a top of the range DSLR. With examples from around the world, Parker reveals the skills and techniques needed to improve your photographs with little or no adjustments to the automatic settings or those which you are comfortable using."
Exhibitions
The Illuminated World - Hall Place, Kent, England. A fascinating exploration of early photography and a world that no longer exists through a recently unearthed collection of glass slide lanterns by Photographer - Arthur Boswell.
Cartier-Bresson: A Question of Colour - Somerset House, London, England. An extensive showcase focusing on ways that North American and European Photographers have utilized Bresson's famous decisive moment concept in their colour work.
Ansel Adams: Photography from the Mountains to the Sea - National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London, England. Including many 'never displayed before in the UK' prints from the famous Photographer - a definite must-see if you're local!
Lucas Foglia: A Natural Order - 3 Jubilee Place, London, England. First UK exhibition of Foglia's acclaimed series exploring life off the grid!
Contests
What's Going On is a great article with projects, contests and happenings that can earn you points and prizes. Check it out for more info. Halloween Contests - Find One Here! is a roundup of all the currently announced Halloween events going on. Check back on the journal for regular updates!Capture Your Pumpkin! hosted in the Still-Life-Stills group this contest is still life photography based. But do not fear - if you've never ventured into the Still Life World it doesn't matter! You can quite easily pick up your camera and get creative on this one. Plus there's a category for best carving too....so why not get creative with the carving knife (and your pumpkin!)Abstract Colours Contest has launched over at Abstract-and-Surreal and challenges you to capture colour in abstract!Recipe Challenge: Pesto be sure to check over at Still-Life-Stills for the recipe for this months challenge and the winners from last month. October will be encouraging to create something with Pesto! Don't know what that is? Check out the group for more info!Orange Still Life Contest is open at Still-Life-Stills and is for your Orange themed still life photography. Head to the group to enter!Seasonal Portraiture Contest is open and is being hosted by communityrelations along with PeopleAndPortraits. Check it out as it challenges you to capture people in seasonal environments and creative ways! There is a fantastic prize list too. Reinterpretation Contest! - A photography contest about re-interpreting held by WintersRead! If you're not photography minded don't worry, there are many mediums you can enter with! Weekly Features to keep an eye on!
There's so much going on around the community especially for Volunteers that sometimes the awesome news can be missed out. I hope to share any weekly or monthly features that are ongoing here so that you can browse them at your leisure. If you know of something that needs to be listed let me know!
Making a Difference from 3wyl dA Love for Everyone from Lintu47 Wonderful Wednesday from JamminJo Project Porkchop from Astralseed Square-ish from OliviaMichalskiThe Community Volunteer Team - Photography
General Photography: Kaz-D | 3wyl
Architecture: AnaNaszynska
Abstract and Surreal: DpressedSoul
Animals, Plants and Nature: IsacGoulart
Darkroom: EveryNextDream
Artistic Nude and Fetish: Nyx-Valentine
Conceptual: DemonMathiel
Fashion: Pixel-Spotlight
Horror & Macabre & Cosplay: pullingcandy
Pinup and Glamour: DistortedSmile
Photo-journalism: xbastex
Street: StamatisGR
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