Nikon’s incredible Photography & Video Show 2024 speaker lineup revealed!

Nikon’s incredible Photography & Video Show 2024 speaker lineup revealed!

Nikon has announced that it is returning to The Photography & Video Show to showcase its award-winning product line-up and host a series of inspirational photography and videography talks. The event takes place from 16-19 March 2024 at the NEC in Birmingham, and you can’t miss the Nikon stand on B600, right at the entrance.

This year, visitors will be able to test and try all of Nikon’s latest products, including the full Z-series range – from the 2023 ‘camera of the year’, the Z 8, to Nikon’s newest retro-inspired camera, the Z f, there will be something for everyone. The stand will act as a base for inspiration and knowledge, complemented by engaging talks from compelling speakers.

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Taking to the Nikon School Stage this year will be a wide range of European Nikon Ambassadors. These include Automotive photographer Amy Shore, Wildlife photographer Mattias Klum, Fine Art photographer Alia Ali, News photographer Leon Neal, Visual Art photographer Heather Agyepong, Entertainment photographer Gareth Cattermole, Music photographer Scarlet Page, Landscape photographer Nigel Danson, Portrait photographer Carolyn Mendelsohn, Wildlife photographer Roie Galitz and Fashion photographer Hermeilio Miguel Aquino (Kino), who will each deliver talks that follow their unique careers, empowered by Nikon’s equipment to produce award-winning photography.

Joining them onstage will be several #NikonCreators who will provide the audience with insider tips on how to create content that inspires. This lineup includes Wedding photographer Jess Rose, Wildlife photographer Rachel Bigsby, Portrait photographer Darren Boyd, Adventure photographer and cinematographer Norris Niman, Wildlife photographer and videographer Roxy Furman, and Wedding photographer Gurvir Johal.

Also joining the Nikon School Stage speaker line-up for 2024 is Landscape and Astro photographer Angel Fux, who will be delivering a talk on the craft of composite photography. Meanwhile, filmmakers Keziah Quarco and Cara Brown will join Nikon School trainer Ricci Chera and Nikon Ambassador Kino in a panel discussion which explores their journey through video and filmmaking.

Nikon School trainers Neil Freeman and Ricci Chera will be on-stage throughout the show with a schedule of informative talks on a range of photography subjects to educate and inspire photographers of all abilities.

Meet the photographers and videographers

 Julian Harvie, Marketing Director at Nikon Northern Europe says: “It’s great to be back at The Photography and Video Show again this year. Since the last show in September 2022, we’ve launched a wealth of industry-leading products across our range of Z-series cameras and lenses, and we can’t wait to introduce them to photographers and videographers alike. And with an exceptional line of speakers across our Nikon Family and Nikon School team, we’re certain that visitors will be impressed with what Nikon has to offer. We look forward to both inspiring and in turn being inspired by the community at the show this year.”

You can find all the information on the show at the official website, but here are the 10 things that every Nikon user should see at the event – and here’s how you can save 20% on tickets for the Photography & Video Show!

Indigenous Voices Through Lenses: Gorman Museum UC Davis Unveils P…

Indigenous Voices Through Lenses: Gorman Museum UC Davis Unveils P…
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The Gorman Museum of Native American Art at the University of California, Davis, embarks on a visual journey with its latest exhibition, “Reflecting Lenses: Twenty Years of Photography at the Gorman Museum.” Opening on March 6, this exhibition brings together over two dozen Indigenous artists from North America, Aotearoa, and Australia, presenting a melding of historical highlights and contemporary visions through the medium of photography. Running until September 1, this showcase not only celebrates the museum’s rich collection but also underscores the artists’ diverse approaches to expressing Indigenous autonomy and empowerment through visual media.

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Visual Sovereignty and Indigenous Autonomy

For centuries, photography served as a tool in the colonial arsenal, often depicting Indigenous peoples in ways that reinforced stereotypes and narratives of cultural extinction. However, the emergence of Indigenous photographers marked a pivotal shift towards asserting visual sovereignty. By wielding the camera, these artists have been able to reclaim their narratives, portraying the dignity, realities, and priorities of Indigenous experiences. The Gorman Museum’s exhibition highlights how contemporary Indigenous artists utilize photography not just as a means of self-expression but as a powerful form of activism, challenging the non-Native gaze and offering counter narratives that emphasize social and environmental justice, connection to homeland, and empowerment.

Contemporary Indigenous Perspectives

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The artists featured in “Reflecting Lenses” come from a variety of backgrounds, including photojournalism, performance art, digital production, and filmmaking. Their works span a broad spectrum, from intimate portraits and evocative landscapes to dynamic representations of collective memory and contemporary Indigenous life. This diversity of approaches facilitates a rich dialogue within the exhibition, inviting viewers to engage with the complexities of Indigenous identity and resilience in the modern world. Moreover, the museum’s commitment to presenting the artists’ own words alongside their works ensures that their voices and artistic intentions remain at the forefront, fostering a more authentic and impactful viewer experience.

Engagement Beyond the Exhibition

In addition to the exhibition itself, the Gorman Museum has organized a series of artist talks and events designed to deepen public engagement with the themes and artists featured in “Reflecting Lenses.” These complementary activities, sponsored by The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation Art Museum Futures Fund and the UC Davis College of Letters and Science, offer valuable opportunities for dialogue and learning. Visitors are encouraged to explore the Gorman website and Facebook page for more details on these events, further enriching their understanding of the exhibition’s significance within the broader context of Indigenous art and visual sovereignty.

As “Reflecting Lenses: Twenty Years of Photography at the Gorman Museum” unfolds, it not only celebrates the achievements of Indigenous photographers but also challenges visitors to confront and reconsider their own perceptions of Indigenous peoples and cultures. Through the lens of contemporary Indigenous art, the exhibition offers a profound exploration of identity, resilience, and autonomy, inviting a reevaluation of what it means to see and be seen in today’s world. As such, the Gorman Museum’s latest offering stands as a testament to the enduring power of photography as a medium for social change and cultural expression.

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CNN speaks to Palestinian photographer Motaz Azaiza who captured the war in Gaza

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For 108 days, Palestinian photographer Motaz Azaiza risked his life in Gaza to tell the story of the war to millions of followers on Instagram, as friends and family members were killed around him. But he has now left his native Gaza, feeling dismayed. CNN’s Becky Anderson speaks to him in an extensive interview about the toll it’s taken on him, and what he intends to do next.

World’s Largest Spoonbridge and Cherry Sculpture, world record in Minneapolis, Minnesota

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Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States–Spoonbridge and Cherry, a sculptural fountain designed by Claes Oldenburg and Coosje van Bruggen, funded by a $500,000 donation from art collector Frederick R. Weisman is located in the Minneapolis Sculpture Garden in Minneapolis, Minnesota; Spoonbridge and Cherry measures 30 by 52 by 13 feet (9 m × 15.7 m × 4.1 m) and sets the world record for the World’s Largest Spoonbridge and Cherry Sculpture, according to the WORLD RECORD ACADEMY.

Tokyo Wants to Stop ‘Paparazzi’ Tourists Taking Photos of Geishas

Tokyo Wants to Stop ‘Paparazzi’ Tourists Taking Photos of Geishas

The city of Kyoto wants to stop tourists taking photos of Geishas — with tensions over the issue reaching boiling point.

Geisha, who are women who perform Japanese traditional arts in traditional kimonos and make-up, mostly work and reside in the Gion neighborhood of Kyoto.

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However, when these iconic Japanese women commute between work and home, they have to walk through the picturesque streets of Gion.

In recent years, these geishas’ commutes have become a tourist attraction, with throngs of visitors trying to take photos of these women during their walk to work.

‘Geisha Paparazzi’

In 2019, there were reports of tourists and street photographers — who have earned the name “geisha paparazzi” — chasing down geishas with cameras and smartphones, entering private property without permission, and pulling on their kimonos and hair ornaments (kanzashi) to get a photo.

According to a report by CNN, Isokazu Ota, representative secretary of the Gion-town South Side District Council, says that “geisha paparazzi” is still a huge problem.

Ota tells CNN that tourists and street photographers have gotten more brazen in trying to shoot images of geishas and their “maiko” apprentices since the return of mass tourism to Japan after the pandemic.

‘Unenforceable’

In Gion, there are signs in three languages that explain that geisha photography is not allowed without a permit, and that violators could be charged up to ¥10,000 ($67). However, Ota says that this fine is unenforceable.

Amid growing concern, the local council in Gion hopes to make narrow alleys completely closed off to tourists by April 2024. But photography on the main thoroughfare of Gion cannot be banned since they are public streets.

Most maikos and geishas use this road, making it the prime spot for “paparazzi” to gather.

“The people taking pictures of the streets of Gion on the main street and the tourists taking pictures of maiko from afar are probably unaware of the rule against photography,” says Ota.

“But I think the foreign tourists waiting for maiko to come out in the alleys of Gion’s photography-prohibited areas know the rules but are ignoring them.

“Even if we warn tourists, it is difficult to get through to them at this point.”

According to CNN, Ota and other Gion residents are looking for ways to curb the “geisha paparazzi” issues. He has suggested requiring all tourists to the neighborhood be required to have a Japanese tour guide who can educate them about etiquette.


 
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Update 3/1: On publication, Kyoto was incorrectly described as being in Tokyo. This has since been updated.