7 Best Tips to Become a Successful Freelance Photographer

Do you wish to work as a self-employed photographer? Owning a photography business can provide you with a great deal of flexibility and joy, but you might not know where to begin. We’ll reveal our 6 top strategies for being a successful freelance photographer in this article.

Fujifilm Inaugurates Experience Center

Fujifilm has announced the inauguration of its Experience Center at Museo Camera Center for the Photographic Arts, Gurugram. According to reports, the company will be conducting monthly workshops in the center with their X-Ambassadors.

Scratch, Optics and Everything in Between

Corning has recently introduced Gorilla Glass DX products, specialist cover glass composites for smartphone camera modules. Smart Photography spoke to Scott Forester, Division Vice President, Business Director, Glass and Operations Council, Corning Gorilla Glass, who gave in-depth insights about the company, the product and material science. Please don’t forget to read the unabridged version of this interview on the Smart Photography website by scanning the QR code.

New service for Fujifilm camera users

On World Photography Day (19th August) Fujifilm India inaugurated a new Experience Center at Museo Camera Center for the Photographic Arts, Gurugram. On this occasion, we interviewed Arun Babu, General Manager – Electronic Imaging & Optical Device Division, Fujifilm India.

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EISA Awards 2021-22

EISA, the Expert Imaging and Sound Association has revealed the winners of its 2021-2022 Awards and being the sole representative of EISA in India, Smart Photography is pleased to bring you the results in real-time.

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Fujifilm Organises ‘The Unity Run' with Milind Soman

To mark the celebration of the 75th Independence Day, Fujifilm collaborated with style icon Milind Soman for “The Unity Run” as the healthcare imaging partner. The celebrity runner ran solo from 15 to 23 August covering a stretch of 400 km from Mumbai to Statue of Unity, Gujrat, in 8 days. Starting his run from August 15, Soman was accompanied by selected Fujifilm customers to join and support him for a limited stretch. He covered an average distance of 40 km daily in his signature barefoot running style with an average daytime temperature of 40°C.

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टूल्स ऑफ लाइटरुम-8

हेलो दोस्तों, उम्मीद है आप सब अच्छे होंगे।

EOS R सिस्टम की शानदार दुनिया में कदम रखिए

पेश है E0S का अगला शानदार विकसित रूप, एक संपूर्ण सिस्टम बेहतरीन RF लेंस माउंट के साथ जिनसे मिलती है ऑप्टिकल उत्कृष्टता। फुल फ्रेम सेंसर, विकसित फीचर्स, उत्कृष्ट श्रमता व कम्पैक्ट डिजाइन । आज के इमेज आर्टिस्ट को कल में प्रवेश के लिए ही डिजाइन किया गया है नया EOS R सिस्टम।

वामन ठाकरे FRPS, EFIAP, FPSA (1932-2016)

24 अप्रैल सन 1932 में वामन ठाकरे का जन्म महाराष्ट्र के नागपुर जिले के रामटेक नामक एक गांव में मराठी परिवार में हुआ ।

“For me, the relationship with people I photograph is very important” - GMB Akash

A fierce photojournalist, documentary photographer and writer based in Bangladesh, GMB Akash has not only been photographing social issues in his country, but also creating a positive impact by helping the marginalised section of the society become independent. Through his camera lens, he captures pictures that send a chill down the spine; not only forcing the viewers to pay attention, but also encouraging them to act. He is the recipient of over 100 international awards including the World Press Photo award. His work has been published in over 100 international publications, he has presided as a jury member on some of the most notable international photography competitions and his work has been exhibited in Bangladesh, Germany, Belgium, Portugal, Italy, Switzerland, the USA, Czech Republic as well as in Greece. We spoke to him about the start of his journey, his inspiration and how he manages to capture deep emotions with just a click. Excerpts:

Reasons for Bad Images and How to Improve Them

As we write this, we are halfway through 2021 and it’s the time when the digital revolution is thriving and expanding its reach everywhere. As for any person, the ability and the opportunity to take a picture has increased and it’s very easy in fact to just point, shoot and immediately take a picture.

New photography genres to try your hands on

The world of photography has gone through a lot evolution. From those heavy cameras and lenses to a simple 180 g device in your hand, the technology around photography changed drastically.

PHOTOGRAPHY THROUGH THE LENSES OF TIME

While clicking a picture with your trendy smart phone or DSLR, have you ever wondered how far we have come? From clicking blurry pictures with gigantic camera box to capturing high-res images with a sleek device that slips right into our pockets! Undoubtedly, photography has undergone major revolution in a span of two hundred years. Ahead of World Photography Day on August 19, we thought of turning back the pages of history and looking at the giants on whose shoulders we stand on today. Let’s dive into the evolution and revolution of photography and imaging technology!

PHOTOJOURNALISM – WHEN STORYTELLING MEETS REALITY

Do you know who the real heroes are? Real heroes are the ones out on the battlefield of reality, capturing every moment and showing the stark naked truth to the entire world. They are the ones who wield the power to shape our perspectives with the mere click of a camera. They are the ones who often at times risk their lives to show us the truth that lies hidden in the very fabric of the society. They are photojournalists.

RIGHT TIME, WRONG LENS

Have you ever had an almost-perfect snapshot in front of you only to realise you were using the wrong lens? Or maybe since it’s more convenient, you just bring one lens with you? Or pushing yourself to the edge. We’ve all heard that the best lens for a portrait is 85mm, 50mm, that the best lens for a landscape is a wide angle between 14mm to 24mm and that the best lens for getting in close is a macro? So, what if we alter things up and use a lens that isn’t often associated with that type of photography and replace it with another? Will we set a goal for ourselves or do something unusual?

Surreal Photography

Surrealism is an avant-garde movement that started around the 1920s that explores the creative part of the mind by going beyond realism in art field. In the past, it had been seen in paintings then jumped to photography. Surrealism was officially established as a movement with the publication of poet André Breton’s first Manifesto of Surrealism in 1924.

Travel Tales Through Travel Shots

Have you ever wished that your travel photography pulled at the heart strings of people and transported them into the scene with you? Where they too can share in you experience – see with their own eyes the majesty snow-capped mountains looming ahead of you, the painted bodies of exotic folks and the food that makes you salivate. In this day and age, where your Instagram feed is flooded with beautiful travel pictures from a million accounts, how do you click travel shots that are not just phenomenal pictures, but also an exciting story the masses are anticipating to hear?

THE TIMELESSNESS OF BLACK & WHITE STREET PHOTOGRAPHY

If you go through the pictures of the greats like Henri Cartier-Bresson, Vivian Maier, Robert Doisneau, Elliott Erwitt and others, you’ll realise there is an inimitable, classic quality to their pictures. And what’s the common thread linking them? The pictures clicked by these greats exude the timeless quality that comes through the black & white medium. When you extend the power of B&W to street photography, you can create impactful images that transport the viewer onto a cloud of nostalgia. You draw their eye directly to your subject, without letting them get misled by any kind of distractions. If you too want to click timeless, classic pictures, it is time you tried your hand at black & white street photography!

How Can A Single Lens Help You Improve Your Photography?

In this case we all are culprits of G.A.S. (Gear addiction syndrome). We all save money for months or years in greed of buying new camera, lens and other equipment; hoping that it will help us improve our photography skills in some way. Although each new piece of gear increases more options to explore, we just end up getting bored of technicalities and making choices. Well, it’s going to be tough to think about going with one lens, but it’s going to be very challenging and fun.

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Vivo Expands Y-Series Portfolio

Vivo has expanded its 5G portfolio in India with the launch of Vivo Y72. Commenting on the launch, Nipun Marya, DirectorBrand Strategy, Vivo India said, “Vivo’s youthful Y-series is designed for millennials who are on the search for a smartphone that meets their expectations for an immersive experience.

Nokia Announces Sale on G20

HMD Global has announced the availability and sale of Nokia G20 smartphone. The device is available at a discount of INR 2099, when bought along with Nokia Power Earbuds Lite or at a discount of INR 500.