These are some of the most resonant works of art coming out of the Middle East today: blatant messages, cutting perspectives and simple documentation. They are also produced by some of strongest, unfiltered voices-women from Iran and the Arab World.
Quote of the day
“Which of my photographs is my favorite? The one I’m going to take tomorrow.”
Inspiring fashion interview with photographer Ellen Von Unwerth
Ellen von Unwerth is a photographer and director. She worked as a fashion model before becoming a photographer in fashion, editorial, and advertising photography. She is specialized in erotic femininity and an absolute icon in her field.
Get inspired by the interview about her work and how she gets inspired for her projects.
Quote of the day
“Today everything exists to end in a photograph.”
Female photographers and their unique perspective...
National Geographic's latest exhibition, "Women of Vision," highlights the work of its female photographers and the unique perspective that their male counterparts might not be able to capture. Jan Crawford reports.
Quote of the day
“The camera is an instrument that teaches people how to see without a camera.”
Inspiring talk with Mary Ellen Mark & Supermodel/Photographer Helena Christensen
Supermodel Helena Christensen and Documentary Photographer Mary Ellen Mark discuss their work, travels and inspirations with Mark Seliger. From Johnny Depp to the circus performers of India and from the villages of Peru to the celebrities of Hollywood, Christensen and Mark talk about the challenges of finding the essence of their subjects and the thrill of taking a beautiful photograph.
Quote of the day
“I am not interested in rules or conventions. Photography is not a sport”
Feminist Avant-Garde of the 1970s: Works From the Verbena Collection
An interview with Gabriele Schor, Director of the VERBUND Collection and Anna Danneman, Curator of THE PHOTOGRAPHER'S GALLERY.
Inspiring Advice from Magnum Photographers
Download a free 60-page PDF from Magnum Photos— filled with excellent tips, advice and words of wisdom from the photographers at Magnum, as well as many of their iconic images. A great resource for anyone who wants to make better pictures!
Quote of the day
“JUST DON’T GIVE UP TRYING TO DO WHAT YOU REALLY WANT TO DO. WHERE THERE IS LOVE AND INSPIRATION, I DON’T THINK YOU CAN’T GO WRONG”
Don't give up!
Quote of the day
“The camera is an instrument that teaches people how to see without a camera.”
Woman of vision - National Geographic Photographers on Assignment
Across vast wildernesses from Africa to Mongolia, and in human settlements from the Arctic to the Jersey Shore, 11 accomplished female photographers explore modern realities and what it means to be human in the 21st Century.
Quote of the day
“Your eye must see a composition or an expression that life itself offers you, and you must know with intuition when to click the camera.”