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Remember the Love commemorates the 20th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks on the World Trade Center

We’ve shared a fair few Kickstarter campaigns here on The Phoblographer in the past, but none are quite as important as this one. Can you believe that this year will mark 20 years since the terrorist attacks on the World Trade Centers in New York City? For just a few more days, you have the chance to help bring to life a photo book that will help you get past the tragedy of that day. It will have you remembering the love instead. Join us after the break to find out all of the deets about this special photo book.

Michael Rieger, the creator of Remember the Love, was a historical photographer who worked for FEMA. For those that don’t know what FEMA is, it’s a government agency that helps during a time of crisis. Michael was tasked with capturing moments from ground zero in the days and weeks after the attacks. The images he captured were used by media outlets around the world and have been seen by millions.

This Kickstarter aims to raise funds that will go towards creating etchings from 20 photos captured from 9/11 ground zero. The etching will then go on display to mark the 20th anniversary of the attack. The images that have been chosen to be put on display and in the book show the dramatic search and rescue efforts. Also shown are the heroism, and of course, the sadness felt around the world. In Michael’s own words he says that they also show ‘the love that was there in the center of the ugliness.’

Never Forget

To get a hardback copy of the book, you’ll need to pledge $45. The book itself will feature all twenty etchings, stories, and photos of “The Towers” sculpture. There are 92 pages in total. The book measures 12′′x12,” and it comes with a dust jacket and slipcase. Bump your pledge up to $80, and your book will be signed. $200 will get you the book and a signed print. For $400, you can get two limited edition signed chromogenic prints. The images are printed full-frame on 8.5×11 inch paper. You’ll also get a signed copy of the first edition exhibition book.

The events of 9/11 were terrible. It can be hard to look back on such terrible times. However, we must never forget what happened on that day. We must never forget about those who ran to ground zero to help save their fellow countrymen and women either. This project will help us remember. If you’re interested in finding out more about this incredibly important project, head on over to the Remember the Love Kickstarter campaign page.

Forget big and bulky, these powerful, lightweight cameras all weigh less than a 1lb!

Gone are the days where you needed to carry big, bulky cameras around to get top-notch image quality. Now, you can get your hands on Mirrorless cameras that are tiny. The lightweight cameras we’ve listed here are small in size. However, they’re big on features, and wow, they pack a punch. If you’re a photographer who likes to keep things light so that you can move quickly, these cameras might be for you. After the break, Join us to see which five lightweight cameras that all cost under $1,000 made our list.

These lightweight cameras will not disappoint. You’ll be able to run around without being weighed down. You’ll appreciate the crazy fast autofocus systems and stellar image quality. Some of these lightweight cameras also have IBIS and excellent weather sealing. The best part. They’re all under $1,000 too. Check out our top picks for lightweight cameras below.

Fujifilm XS10

In our review, we said:

“It’s easy and fun to use. The images it produces are excellent. The RAWS and JPEGS are fantastic, and the IBIS and film sims make it a joy to use.”

Brett Day – Gear Editor

Buy now: $999

Nikon Z50

In our review, we said:

“Ergonomically, the Nikon Z50 is near perfect. Nikon has set the standard for how small Mirrorless APS-C cameras should be here. Even with the huge NIKKOR Z lenses attached to this camera, it is easy to hold and use.”

Brett Day – Gear Editor

Buy now: $829

Canon EOS M6 Mk II

In our review, we said:

“While some photographers may feel like this is a smallish camera, the Canon EOS M6 Mk II quite honestly feels very solid. Those of us who wear more massive mitts might think that this camera is too small. But those of us with more standardized phalanges won’t see a problem. This is a camera that you genuinely want to carry around with you everywhere.”

Buy now: $849

Pro Tip: These lightweight cameras are fantastic to run around with. However, not all of them are weather sealed. If you have a non-weather sealed camera, use some weatherproof covers. These covers will let you shoot in the rain, snow, and more. They’re affordable too. Keep some in your camera bag so you can shoot whatever the weather is doing.

Olympus OMD EM5 Mark III

In our review, we said:

“All things considered, the Olympus OM-D E-M5 Mark III is a solid performer. While it may not have the latest and greatest tech under the hood, the sum of all of its parts culminates in a pleasant shooting experience overall. The EM5 Mark III’s autofocus is quick and accurate, the weather resistance is top-notch, and the image stabilization is arguably one of the best in the industry.”

Buy now: $999

Sony a6400

In our review, we said:

“All in all, photographers looking for a compact, reliable, and easy to use camera will find lots to love in the Sony A6400.”

Buy now: $898

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My name is Sarah Neill. Hope you’re having a wonderful weekend! As a long-time fan of The Phoblographer (amazing name, by the way), I’m super excited for the opportunity to submit my work! My passion is landscape + adventure photography. I so enjoy getting out there to a location that is maybe cold, hot, high, rainy, snowy, or remote, and getting a gorgeous shot out of it. I also really like doing product shoots, and the chance to highlight and show off an item – in this case, vintage cameras. In terms of gear, I’m a minimalist and I keep a simple kit. I think it’s about vision and talent, more than gear alone. I try to capture a moment rather than a place... an empty street that feels like a morning full of promise or an imposing mountain that makes your chest swell up a little.

Why did you get into photography?

I got into photography through my father. He was a photographer for the Marines during Vietnam and shared his love of the art with me as a child. In fact, one of the attached shots is of a Minolta – that was actually his camera in the field. I would sit for hours picking through his huge collection of National Geographic magazines, gathering inspiration.

Which photographers are your biggest influences? How did they affect who you are and how you create?

Ansel Adams’ work has always spoken to me. Those dramatic landscapes and beautiful grading are always inspirational. I have also studied the work of Margaret Bourke-White, the first foreign photographer to be permitted to take pictures of Soviet industry under Soviet rule. I’ve looked up to Margaret because she was also the first female photographer for LIFE magazine. She’s always inspired me to take on what others don’t (there aren’t a ton of female adventure/landscape photographers out there!)

How long have you been shooting? How do you feel you’ve evolved since you started?

I’ve been shooting since childhood, but more intently for the last 10 years ago. My shooting and editing styles have evolved a bit, but I’m still a purist. I only use Photoshop for things like long-exposure compilations (I love astrophotography!), and the occasional touchup.

Tell us about your photographic identity.

As a photographer, I am always looking for awe. I see things in terms of how awe-inspiring they are. There is a Stoic concept called “sympatheia”, which speaks to the interconnectedness of everything: people, the world, the universe. I love to capture that feeling in my images; that sense of pure awe at how small we are and how big the cosmos are, and I love knowing that this particular photograph might inspire or affect someone else.

While this passion is reflected clearly in my landscapes, I also do a lot of light and airy portraits and product photography. I try to make my product images a bit ethereal in order to draw people in and make them want to search for every detail.

Tell us about the gear you’re using.

I take a minimalist approach to my setup with an entry-level pro camera: Nikon D5200. This helps me stay creative and keeps things simple. I have a kit lens (18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 AF-S DX VR NIKKOR Zoom) and a single zoom lens (55-200mm VR DX AF-S Lens). I bought the kit as a gift to myself when I finished grad school and thereby had more time to dedicate to this passion! For products, I often use fast prime lenses, namely a Yongnuo YN EF 50mm f/1.8 and a Yongnuo EF 35mm F2N 1:2.

Natural light or artificial light? Why?

Natural, as often as possible. For one, I do a lot of outdoor shooting so lights are not needed, and it helps me to keep my gear light and simple. Even with my product photography, I set up near a window for natural light.

Why is photography and shooting so important to you?

It’s a release. I had a moment of realization a few years ago about exactly this: I thought to myself, “this is just a picture of the ocean from atop a mountain. An...

COVID 19 is probably going to make the way photographers shoot become tougher.

I’m still out of breath between my deviated septum and what I had to just do. COVID 19 is mutating, and we as a society are trying to keep up. Here in America, it’s strongly recommended that you wear two masks. If you’re taking things even further, you’re probably using eye protection. Your glasses aren’t enough, and if you’re like me and need your glasses for everything, it’s going to get tougher. But all of this has reaffirmed something massive in my head: the LCD screen of a camera is about to become incredibly vital Manufacturers can’t just ignore it anymore. They need to put the highest resolution screens into their cameras right now. More importantly, they also need to make their interfaces better—the keyword here being NEED.

Imagine this: put a layered cloth mask on. Ideally, it will have at least two layers of cloth, with one being very thick. For extra credit, have one with a carbon filter. Then put an N95 mask on over that. And more importantly, please wear it correctly: make sure it’s nice and tight. Your nose shouldn’t hang out, and it shouldn’t look like a chin diaper. Switch them around as needed and if needed.

The reason why I put the cloth mask on is that it prevents fog from hitting my glasses. It’s worked well 95% of the time.

Now put your glasses on. Make sure that fog isn’t going upward and hitting the glasses. Adjust it so that you can breathe comfortably.

Now put ski goggles or anti-fog goggles over that. I tend to use ski and ballistic goggles. They work well enough, but things may change.

Now grab your camera, go outside, maintain proper social distance, and try to take a photo. Specifically, try to use the viewfinder. You’ll see that it’s challenging to do. Your best bet is to instead just the camera’s LCD screen. This isn’t so much of a problem, I guess. But the problem here is the resolution. Lots of camera manufacturers have skimped on LCD screens in the past years. In fact, many just recycle the same screens they’ve used for at least four years, but now we have to change this. The Leica TL2 and Fujifilm XT200 are probably the best choices here.

A camera’s LCD screen needs to become bigger, higher resolution, brighter, etc. What’s more, the interface needs to be easier. Lots of cameras don’t have full touchscreens. Why? It’s 2020, and they’re long overdue. This is just one of the reasons why so many folks love to use their phones instead. The interface is simple, big, visible, and it’s not too cluttered. But it can give you everything you need. Cameras have this, except for the bigger screens. Very few really have big screens that allow you to do everything you need.

Soon, I’m going to be carefully considering this with every camera we review. The screens need to be much better. I sincerely think it’s possible. The way photographers, YouTubers, journalists, bloggers, and hobbyists are all using cameras has changed. The pandemic is showing us that there are ways cameras can be multi-functional. And quite honestly, it’s well overdue. I’m a bit shocked that it took a pandemic to make this happen. But at the same time, I’m not surprised. Pressure makes diamonds is how the old saying goes.

We’re looking for interns, entry-level writers, researchers, interviewers, and more.

Hey folks,

We’ve added and clarified a bit on the positions that we’re looking to fill here at The Phoblographer in the coming year. We’re looking to expand our reviews team, our news team, and our art teams. If you need an internship, we’ll give you a paid one. If you need a gig right out of college, we’ve got something for you. And if you like research, we’ve got something for you too! 2021 is looking very bright for us. We’re looking for folks here in America and abroad, and we’d love to have you aboard. Head on past the jump to see the positions and details.

Science Editor (Hiring Worldwide)

The Phoblographer requires a brand new position: the Science Editor. This person will work closely with the rest of the tech team as we work to expand the site’s coverage. You will be crucial to helping steer the site into a brand new space.

This person will be responsible for working with the review team and other content. Some of it may be roundups. But there will be a huge focus on magazine-style feature articles.

Requirements

Must be proficient with WordPress. This is absolutely mandatory. Other apps that we use are Trello, Gmail for work, and Grammarly. It’s a big plus if you’ve worked with the Gutenberg editor.

Strong command of the English language; the American dialect and spelling are mandatory. Being able to create enticing leads and headlines will really convince us.

Previous Imaging tech writing experience. Ideally, we’d like to see articles that you’ve written.

The Phoblographer champions its ethics and has since day one. We refuse to work with Unsplash and believe that creators should be compensated ethically. And we’re also looking for someone with high moral standards.

Must have industry technical knowledge. We’re talking about more than just apertures and shutter speeds. Demonstrate what you know about sensors, processors, etc. There’s going to be research and interviewing involved with this job.

One article a week. I’m taking a more significant step forward back into reviews. Reviews are between 750 and 2500 words typically. Longer articles are at least 1200 words. This is a freelance job. No one on staff (except for me) needs to work more than 8 to 12 hours a week. Mental health is vital to us. If you’re working longer than that, then you’re doing something very wrong. We’ve had people waste a lot of time before unnecessarily, and we’re not looking for that. The site treats its workers very well, and we expect the same in return.

Must be able to meet deadlines and have open communication. If you’re going to be late on pieces, just know that you’re going to throw off an entire process. You should do the basic courtesy of letting me know. I’m not a monster. I just believe in fairness.

Must work well with a team and be able to take the guidance (sometimes constructive criticism) well

You’ll have a trial period of three months.

Monetary payments are made through PayPal, QuickPay, Venmo, or check. Everyone is paid on average, no more than 24 hours after submitting an invoice. The Phoblographer is well known for fair and honest compensation amongst the photography blogging world.

We have a very serious non-compete policy.

You must be based in the US. That’s mandatory

How to Apply

Skip the resume and send an impressive cover letter to [email protected], citing all the best stuff you’ve done, along with three writing samples demonstrating that you can do the type of work we’re looking for. Links to your website, portfolio, and writing samples should be included.

Be sure to make the subject line say your name and the position you’re going for. For example, Chris Gampat: Vintage Camera Writer Position.

After your application is received, it will be reviewed by me. Good luck to all applicants!

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New landscape and cityscape photographers who don’t want to break the bank should check out these value-priced lenses.

If you want to join the ranks of landscape and cityscape photographers affordably, this roundup is for you. Landscape and cityscape photography are genres that many new photographers jump into first. There are dozens of opportunities to create great images all around you. If you’re here, though, by now, you’ll understand the importance of ditching your kit lens. When it comes to gear, nothing will improve your work faster than a new lens. The good news is that there are tons of fantastic, weather-sealed lenses for these genres that won’t destroy your wallet. After the break, we’ve rounded up five of our favorite affordable weather-sealed lenses. These lenses will serve landscape and cityscape photographers well.

Sigma 16mm f1.4 DC DN Contemporary

In our review, we said:

“I like the Sigma 16mm f1.4 DC DN Contemporary. But I think it’s time for Sigma to really start making FE lenses. This one is so good it could easily seem like one. It’s sharp, has nice bokeh, contrast, manageable fringing, and autofocuses at a fair speed. Plus, it has weather sealing. There isn’t a whole lot to hate with the Sigma 16mm f1.4 DC DN Contemporary.”

Chris Gampat – Editor In Chief

Buy now Canon EF-M: $369

Get yours M4/3: $379

Buy now Sony E: $368.79

Olympus 12-45mm f4 PRO

In our review, we said:

“I really like Olympus 12-45mm f4 PRO as an enthusiast’s lens. And that’s what it’s being targeted to. This is a fantastic walkaround lens that you’ll enjoy mounting on your camera. It’s as small as a prime, and it’s versatile. You never need to stop it down, really.”

Chris Gampat – Editor In Chief

Buy now: $549

Pro Tip: If you’re new to landscape photography and you need a few pointers to put you on the right path, fear not. There are some tremendous guides and tutorials out there that will be able to help you. This guide from Scott Kelby is brilliant. You’ll learn how to scout locations. How to pick the right gear? How to set up your camera. And you’ll learn all about composition and image editing as well. Grab a copy, learn from it and then apply all that knowledge. You’ll be creating masterpieces in no time.

Fujifilm 16mm F2.8 R WR

In our review, we said:

“When I look at the Fujifilm 16mm f2.8 R WR, I know that this is a lens for the user who wants an affordable autofocus lens with weather sealing.”

Chris Gampat – Editor In Chief

Buy now: $399

Tamron 20mm F2.8 Di III OSD

In our review, we said:

“This lens has great image quality with nice bokeh (when possible), very good sharpness, and beautiful colors. On top of all that, it’s lightweight and built like a tank. Best of all, the price and portability are things you’ll be very happy with.”

Chris Gampat – Editor In Chief

Buy now Sony E: $249

Irix 15mm f2.4 Blackstone

In our review, we said:

“The greatest thing about the Irix 15mm f2.4 Blackstone is the image quality. Irix has an image quality that they can surely call their own–which I find amazing. They’re not like Tamron, Sigma, Zeiss, Rokinon, Nikon or Canon. They’ve got just a bit of extra saturation, not a whole lot of micro contrast or contrast at all, and some superbly sharp optics.”

Chris Gampat – Editor In Chief

Buy now Canon EF: $550

Get yours Nikon F: $515

Buy now Pentax K: $515

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My name is Roy Charles. I’m 27 years old and photography is one of my true passions in life; I’m just a hobbyist though. For a career, I work for my very small family business doing contract work for the major railroads here in the US. It’s a very hard, labor intensive job that requires me to work an insane amount of hours. I absolutely love my job though and I’ve always been someone that likes to have a job and hobbies and not make my hobbies my job. With this job also, I get to travel the United States going to small towns and to the middle of nowhere following the railroad.

My job is hard but photography (more so nature) is my outlet to destress from a difficult day. I couldn’t tell you what got me into photography I’ve been shooting on and off for over a decade now. I’ve consistently been shooting for about 3 years though. Nature has always been a powerful force for me in life. During my college career, I was a high adventure guide taking fellow students across the country to remote wildernesses making sure they don’t die. That experience really solidified that love of earth and nature for me. Now, with my career on the railroad I’m thrown back into nature and get to travel to places in the United States that I didn’t even know existed. This is definitely where my love for landscape photography, my philosophy behind my photography, and my evolution as a photographer began.

The more I shoot, the more I learn and evolve, the more I travel, the more I find photography becoming important to me. Where I am thrown into wild remote places with the railroad I am more often than not seeing the world behind a windshield on an interstate or highway. When I first started to shoot and, as an ex adventure guide, I thought the only way to shoot landscapes was to get far off the beaten path and capture a site that few to no people have seen before.

But the more I see behind my windshield the more I have found beauty all around me and have discovered we don’t have to go far to capture the beauty of nature around us. All the photos I submitted are taken outside a hotel, off my apartment balcony, on the shoulder of an interstate/highway, or within 30 minutes of the hotel I’m staying at. I don’t travel far anymore to take photos mostly because I don’t have time as I’m shooting in the evenings after work and I want to show that we don’t have to get lost in a forest or go on a week expedition to be a “landscape photographer.”

I see myself as a documenter. I want to take a raw, pure snapshot of nature to take back with me and to show this hidden beauty that surrounds us all. I have two main pieces of gear that help me do this. The first one being my DJI Mavic Air. Drones are amazing and I wouldn’t be able to get half the shots I get without it. Not only does it allow me to get a different perspective of this planet it allows me to reach places that I would have never been able to reach before. I love this little drone. Sure, its not the best photography drone out there but it’s what I got. If you’d like to donate a DJI Inspire 2 to the cause shoot me an email. ☺ Even still, I don’t believe we need to best gear to capture good photographs. We just need to know how to use it.

My second piece of gear is a Mamiya RB67 ProSD. Yes, I do lug this brick of a camera everywhere around with me. I absolutely love this camera though. I have always seen film as the purist form of photography and a real showcase of your talent. I know I’m not the best yet or maybe not even that good at shoot film yet but it’s a difficult skill to learn. It doesn’t detour me though it only pushes me to learn more and evolve as a photographer. I have also only been shooting film for about 8 months now and there has been a steep learning curve. This leads me straight into my biggest influence.

If it wasn’t for Alex Burke and his eBook Film in a Digital Age I probably wo...

The Fujifilm 10-24mm f4 R WR OIS Lens is pretty good, but Reviews Editor Hillary Grigonis has a few issues.

The Fujifilm 10-24mm f4 R WR OIS is one of the company’s latest offerings for the X series. They upgraded the original lens to give it weather resistance, plus there are a few ergonomic changes. Phoblographer Reviews Editor Hillary Grigonis has been testing the lens for a while. And she’s had it with the original lens too. So we got her to share her thoughts in a five minute review.

5 Minute Lens Review: The Fujifilm 10-24mm f4 R WR OIS

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I got to play with this lens as a prototype before Hillary reviewed the final version. I think it feels a whole lot like a prime lens. It’s mostly internal zooming, and it’s not very large. On top of that, it’s weather sealed. Fujifilm’s weather sealing is some of the best we’ve seen, and that means you’ll use the lens with confidence in rough conditions. In fact, a lens like this begs for it. You should take it out to shoot landscapes and cityscapes. Have fun with it in the rain! Overall, just enjoy this lens. Better yet, enjoy it since it’s just under $1,000.

From her upcoming review, Hillary states:

“While I love the lens, it’s got a few technical imperfections. The edges are quite soft. At the widest and farthest focal lengths, the lens needs to stop down quite a bit if you want to fight that softness. The middle focal lengths perform a bit better. Of course, once you loose a bit of technical precision, you gain some character — just be sure you love the look of the corners before making that investment. The continuous f4 is good, but a wider aperture would be even more innovative. While not as common for the widest angles, I wouldn’t mind seeing more wide angle, wider aperture options like the DSLR-mount Sigma 18-35mm f1.8 Art.”

Hillary tested the Fujifilm 10-24mm f4 R WR OIS out on the Fujifilm XT4. She found the autofocus to be very fast, and you can’t deny that since it’s a wide-angle lens. Fujifilm’s autofocus has been incredible in the past year or so, but she’s got a point. There’s work to be done; APS-C cameras need faster and more innovative lenses. Specifically, Fujifilm really needs it. They’re refusing to work with third party companies. If they’re just going to do everything themselves, they need to try much harder. If Fujifilm opened their lens system up to others, it would have a ton more potential. Just imagine a Tamron 17-70mm f2.8 for the XT4? Or a Sigma 18-35mm f1.8, as Hillary states. It’s past due time that Fujifilm does this.

Combine this lens with Fujifilm’s great film simulations and you’ve got yourself a winner. Classic Chrome, Provia, Velvia, and others will look fantastic.

Further to Hillary’s thoughts, I’m also a bit perplexed. The Fujifilm 10-24mm f4 R WR OIS has optical issues. It’s almost as if Fujifilm had a feeling that they’d be replacing it sometime soon. As a long time Fujifilm customer, I really wonder how much more APS-C cameras have. The company seems to be putting a bigger emphasis on GFX, and I praise them for that. In fact, I’m in love with their GFX cameras. They just need more fast glass to support the system.

Recently, we looked closer at the Hasselblad’s XH 0.8 Converter.

Lens speed boosters give you more focal length range and extra light. They’ve been known to photographers for a while now. They’re also great tools for those who want more from their lenses. But unfortunately, they’re not all created equal. The Hasselblad XH 0.8 Converter is designed to give you a 645 format feel and look. And we discussed that in our recent episode of Pro Camera Reviews.

In This Episode:

What Are Speed Boosters? First Impressions of Hasselblad’s XH 0.8 Converter

What Are Speed Boosters? First Impressions of Hasselblad’s XH 0.8 Converter: Most photographers have heard about and know about teleconverters and what they do. However, far fewer photographers know about speed boosters and what they can do. In this episode of Pro Camera Reviews, we will take a quick look at what these converters are, what they do, and the pros and cons of them. We will also give a first impressions look at the new Hasselblad XH 0.8 converter (speed booster) that allows Hasselblad H lenses to be used on Hasselblad X mount bodies like the X1 D II and the 907X.

On the Next Episode

Tamron 17-70mm f2.8 Di VC Review: Tamron has created what’s arguably one of the most innovative lenses this year. APS-C cameras and lenses need to try much harder to keep our attention. But so much of it is the same out there. This lens, however, is not. We’ve been testing it on the Sony a6600 for a while. and overall, we’re very impressed. It’s more than good enough for professional work. But the best thing about it is the image quality. In fact, it made us very nostalgic. If you’re an old-school Sony lover, you’ll like this! We’re excited to talk to you about this lens.

Why Smartphones Have Rightfully Claimed Such A Large Chunk of The Camera Market: We’ve all seen the headlines that lament smartphones and their impact on the camera market. Just this week, Canon said that they expect camera sales to be only 8.2% of the sales from 2010 when 121.5 million cameras were shipped. There seems to be a lot of crying going on about this but not a lot of innovation that could bring the masses back to dedicated cameras and lenses. Just this week, a new company has announced some exciting new lens technology for smartphones. A single element lens that’s as good as muli element lenses when it comes to controlling CA, increasing sharpness, and contrast. Honestly, this level of innovation is why smartphones are in the position they’re in. Join us as we talk about this and why camera manufacturers should be scared.

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For Black History Month, Women’s History Month, and Asian American Month, we want to tell your stories!

Hi folks,

We took a very firm stand against racism last year by being forthright. In the past 11 years, we’ve worked to feature as many POCs as possible. That means folks who identify as African Americans, Black, Women, and Asian Americans. For Black History Month, we want to bring that even more to the front. We’ll be doing the same for Women’s History Month and Asian American Month. We’ve always believed that Black Lives Matter. If you follow us on Flipboard, you’ll see our storyboards on African Americans, and the two we did on POCs. We’re doing more than other publications, but we can always do more. So, we’re asking for your help.

The Phoblographer often features inspiring photos by various photographers. With the site’s most recent approach and vision, we’re finding ways to translate tech and gear into art through the process of education. We’re very interested in your artistic approach, but our aim is to help people understand how one does that through the tools they use. Here’s how you can get a chance at being featured.

PLEASE CAREFULLY FOLLOW THESE DIRECTIONS. SUBMISSIONS MAY NOT BE CONSIDERED OTHERWISE AND MAY HEAD STRAIGHT TO THE SPAM FOLDER.

The subject line of your email should be: Photography Submission: (Your name here) MAKE SURE TO NOTE IF YOU’RE SUBMITTING FOR BLACK HISTORY MONTH, WOMEN’S HISTORY MONTH, OR ASIAN AMERICAN MONTH!

Shoot an email at arts[at]thephoblographer[dot]com. You’ll also probably notice the little call to feature you on the sidebar.

Describe yourself as a photographer. Think about the who, what, when, where, how and why. Tell me about who you are as a photographer, list what cameras, lenses, lights, films (or plates, or papers) and other gear you use. Tell us about your creative vision when you create and take photos.

Then answer these questions:

Why did you get into photography?

What photographers are your biggest influences? How did they affect who you are and how you create?

How long have you been shooting? How do you feel you’ve evolved since you started?

Tell us about your photographic identity. You know, you as a person have an identity that fundamentally makes you who you are. Tell us about that as a photographer.

Tell us about the gear that you’re using. Please give us a list of reasons why you choose it. Please be descriptive. We want to know how it helps you translate your creative vision.

Natural light or artificial light? Why?

Why is photography and shooting so important to you?

Do you feel that you’re more of a creator or a documenter? Why? How does the gear help you do this?

What’s typically going through your mind when you create images? Tell us about your processes both mentally and mechanically? PLEASE BE DESCRIPTIVE

Please walk us through your processing techniques?

Tell us about the project that you’re pitching, or your portfolio that you’re pitching to us. Be descriptive with the who, what, when, where, how, and why.

What made you want to get into your genre?

What motivates you to shoot?

List a number of your websites

Explain why the readers want to see your work., or why your project is really cool.

Show 10 photos at 3000 pixels on the long side that demonstrate some of your best work.

I will review all of your submissions and get back to you based on the volume of emails. Don’t let this discourage you, it’s just the introductory pitch. And if you have a photo that makes great use of lighting, submit it for our Creating the Photograph series.

Thanks folks!

Sincerely,

Chris Gampat

Editor in Chief