Discover minimalist photography as a mindful practice. Learn from iconic artists, explore techniques, and transform how you see the world—one simple frame at a time. In this post, I’ll share a few easy tips to help you get started with this beautiful style. No heavy theory—just some ideas, some inspiration, and a few artists recommendations to get your creative wheels turning.
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Most Prestigious Photography Competitions Every Photographer Should Enter – Part-I
Photography competitions offer a unique platform for photographers to showcase their talent, gain international recognition, and challenge themselves to elevate their craft. For serious photographers, participating in the most prestigious photography competitions is not just a milestone but a transformative experience that can open doors to new opportunities, industry exposure, and personal growth. Whether you’reContinue reading “Most Prestigious Photography Competitions Every Photographer Should Enter – Part-I”
Ultimate Guide to Telephoto Lenses for Lumix and Leica L-mount System
A Comprehensive Guide to the Best Tele-photo Lenses for Lumix and Leica L-mount System Are you ready to capture distant subjects with stunning clarity and detail? Investing in a telephoto lens for your L-mount camera can take your photography to new heights. With a range of options available from the L-mount alliance, including Sigma, Leica,Continue reading “Ultimate Guide to Telephoto Lenses for Lumix and Leica L-mount System”
Best Wide-angle Lens for Lumix and Leica L-mount System
A Comprehensive Guide to the Best Wide-angle Lenses for Lumix and Leica L-mount System Are you looking to expand your photography horizons with a wide-angle lens for your Lumix or Leica L-mount camera? With the L-mount alliance comprising Sigma, Leica, and Lumix, there’s a wide array of options to choose from. However, selecting the rightContinue reading “Best Wide-angle Lens for Lumix and Leica L-mount System”
Creating Photographs by Albert Watson – Book Review & Notes
Book Review ‘Creating Photographs’ by Albert Watson is a quick read (127 pages including full-page photographs) that should not take you more than a week to finish. I loved this book for three reasons. Firstly, it has encapsulated most important lessons in bite-sized chapters (easy to digest), without beating around the bush. Secondly, Albert hasContinue reading “Creating Photographs by Albert Watson – Book Review & Notes”
Creative Photography 02-Context and Narrative: Book Review & Notes
Review This book is styled and structure as a classroom textbook and covers the crucial role of context and narrative in visual imagery. I must admit that before I read this book, I had a very oversimplified and vague understanding of ‘context’ and ‘narrative’ in photography. This book helped me understand and appreciate the mostContinue reading “Creative Photography 02-Context and Narrative: Book Review & Notes”
From Likes to Love: Embracing True Artistry Beyond Social Media
The post highlights the importance of authenticity and creativity in photography, emphasizing the value of individuality over social media metrics. The actionable steps suggested include immersing oneself in inspiring content, avoiding comparisons on social media, and embracing experimentation. It also references relevant videos and documentaries which support the message. The post effectively conveys the message about staying true to one’s artistic vision and focusing on authentic expression despite societal pressures. The inclusion of Sean Tucker’s videos and quotes from well-known figures adds depth to the content.
From Passion to Purpose: Why You Must Pursue Personal Photography Projects
As a photographer, I always underestimated the power of ‘body of work’ and long term projects. However, through reading literature and engaging in photography courses, I am more than convinced that if I have to really grow as an artist, I must move beyond capturing isolated images and instead focus on curating a collection thatContinue reading “From Passion to Purpose: Why You Must Pursue Personal Photography Projects”
The Anatomy of a Strong Street Photograph
1. THE BODY: AESTHETICS Strong composition and great aesthetics are crucial in street photography as they elevate an image beyond mere documentation, transforming it into a visual narrative that resonates with viewers. It is more so because, street photographs are always of ordinary and mundane subjects, to begin with. These aesthetic elements could be line,Continue reading “The Anatomy of a Strong Street Photograph”
Aesthetics of a Photograph – Contrast, Focus and Simplicity (Part 3)
CONTRAST What is contrast? Contrast in photography refers to the use of differences in visual weight to highlight distinctions between elements. This happens when one element stands out more than another, with greater visual weight leading to stronger contrast. Essentially, creating contrast depends on variations in attributes such as shape and color. Ever wondered whyContinue reading “Aesthetics of a Photograph – Contrast, Focus and Simplicity (Part 3)”
Aesthetics of a Photograph – Interplay of Light & Shadows and Composition (Part 2)
This post is the second part of my series of blog posts on ‘Aesthetics of a Photograph’. The post provides a comprehensive information about the interplay of light and shadows in photography. It covers the importance of quantity, type, quality, and direction of light, as well as the role of shadows and reflections. The inclusionContinue reading “Aesthetics of a Photograph – Interplay of Light & Shadows and Composition (Part 2)”
Creative Genes 