Rochester Area Officials Association honors KTTC Chief Photographer

Apr 21, 2024 By Admin in Photography

ROCHESTER, Minn. (KTTC) – On Sunday, Rochester Area Officials Association (RAOA) awarded an honor to KTTC Chief Photographer Charles (Chuck) Sibley for his contributions to youth sports as part of media.

Chuck Sibley joined KTTC in 1972 as a part time Studio Camera Operator. 2024 is his 51st year as a staff member of the station.

“He is very well known and he’s done exceptional work. Chuck goes back a long ways. I know he’s been doing this for over 50 years now with KTTC and we just felt like we needed to take the time to acknowledge, recognize, and bring Charlie to the forefront for one day at least.”

RAOA hosted its Southeast Minnesota All Sports Reunion event this afternoon at Charlie’s Eatery and Pub. Along with Sibley, the organization honored five individuals in recognition of their work as a coach, athletic director, sports official, and site staff.

RAOA’s committee member, Greg Rathbun, stated media is a new category of honor for the event and Sibley is the first person to be recognized with it. He said, “We felt we needed to exemplify the media and give some recognition to the media. Chuck was the first name that popped up that all of us on the committee said, ‘He’s got to be recognized.’”

The reunion was the RAOA’s third event honoring past and present community members who contributed significantly to local youth athletics.

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AP photographer gets in the right spot for a big swing at the Masters

Apr 21, 2024 By Admin in Photography

AUGUSTA, Ga. (AP) — AP photographer Matt Slocum knows his way around the bucolic Augusta National Golf Club during the week of the Masters — it’s a difficult task with all the regulations that help preserve the aura of the tournament. So, when he saw the light and clouds combining for a perfect backdrop, he knew exactly where he should go to take some tee shots. He also knew how to stay ahead of the patrons to get to his perfect spot. Here’s what he had to say about making this extraordinary image.

WHY THIS PHOTO

Demystifying Three-Point Lighting: A Practical Guide for

Apr 21, 2024 By Admin in Photography

Understanding and effectively utilizing light is fundamental to creating compelling and impactful portraits. This is where the concept of three-point lighting comes into play, offering a versatile and powerful technique for achieving professional-looking results.

Coming to you from Gavin Hoey with Adorama, this informative video provides a comprehensive breakdown of the three-point lighting setup and its various applications. Hoey, a renowned photographer and educator, guides you through the process of setting up and adjusting each light source – the key light, fill light, and backlight – to achieve different effects. He emphasizes the importance of understanding the interplay between these lights and how their positioning and intensity can shape the shadows, highlights, and overall tone of your images. By demonstrating different configurations and explaining the rationale behind each choice, Hoey empowers you to experiment and develop your own lighting style.

Hoey’s approach to teaching three-point lighting is both practical and insightful. He debunks the myth of rigid rules, encouraging you to adapt the technique to your specific needs and preferences. He also highlights the importance of observing the subtle nuances of light and shadow, demonstrating how even minor adjustments can significantly impact the final image. His emphasis on understanding the purpose of each light and its contribution to the overall composition provides a valuable framework for approaching any lighting scenario.

Beyond the technical aspects, Hoey’s video underscores the importance of experimentation and creative exploration. He encourages you to try different lighting setups, modifiers, and power ratios to discover what works best for your vision. By embracing this spirit of experimentation, you can develop a deeper understanding of light and its behavior. Remember, there’s no single “correct” way to use three-point lighting; the key is to adapt the principles to your unique style and subject matter. Check out the video above for the full rundown from Hoey,

If you would like to continue learning about how to light a portrait, be sure to check out “Illuminating The Face: Lighting for Headshots and Portraits With Peter Hurley!”

Watch: Non-Jewish Photographer’s Description of a Farbrengen

Apr 21, 2024 By Admin in Photography

Amongst the many thousands packed into 770 to celebrate the Rebbe’s 80th birthday, Donal Holway, a photographer for the Washington Post, didn’t quite know what to expect. In an interview, he recalls his reaction upon entering the room, the overwhelming emotion, and how he positioned himself for the best pictures.

Amongst the many thousands of people packed into 770 to celebrate the Rebbe’s 80th birthday, one of them was there on a special assignment.

Donal Holway, then a photographer for the Washington Post, was assigned to cover the event in Brooklyn, not quite knowing what to expect.

In a 2007 interview, he recalls his reaction upon entering the room, the overwhelming emotion, and how he positioned himself for the best pictures of the historic event.

This is the story behind a collection of ninety special pictures of Yud Alef Nissan 5742, now published by JEM for the first time.

With gratitude to Rabbis Mendel Gourarie, Eli Sapochkinsky, Motti Hazan and Memkeh Schmukler of the JEM team.

Click here for the newly released pictures: https://jemphotos.page.link/Gx3J

Street Photographer Tony Van Le Captures Beauty in Brevity

Apr 21, 2024 By Admin in Art World News

“The Magic Number.” All images © Tony Van Le, shared with permission

As John Koening writes in The Dictionary of Obscure Sorrows, the term sonder refers to “the realization that each random passerby is living a life as vivid and complex as your own—an epic story that continues invisibly around you.” This profound feeling reveals itself in Tony Van Le’s street photography, circling around the meaningful coincidences that he captures instantaneously.

Le is fueled by serendipity and strangeness. Having originally explored these grounds through music production, the artist has since moved toward manifesting a similar ethos through photography. Impassioned by the transient work of Vivian Maier, Le has spent years cultivating this calling, becoming more confident with focusing his lens on strangers over time. Purely candid and wondrously ephemeral, the artist approaches each street scene with a clear mind.

He explains, “When I’m out on the street, my mindset combines looking for the out-of-the-ordinary with trying to be a blank slate. By being fully attuned to the moment, I’m more open to the photographic potential of what I encounter.” Although fleeting, each snapshot is a reminder of the wonder that comes from being fully present and deeply sensitive toward life’s mundane charm.

Le has a number of ongoing projects, which you can find on his website. He will also be exhibiting at Gallery-O-Rama in July, so follow along on Instagram for updates.

A small girl frolics across a city bridge, a large cloud of fog shrouding the distance in front of her.

“Into the Unknown”

“Man and Iguana”

A figure walks carrying a mannequin's head.

“Metacognition”

A woman riding a motorbike on a crowded street carries a mannequin.

“Woman with Mannequin on Motorbike”

Two women dressed in niqab walk along the sidewalk with a stroller and child. A mural behind them depicts figures walking in the opposite direction.

“Diverse Pathways”

A bicyclist rides through a cloud of steam.

“Bicyclist and Steam”

“Among Us”

A police officer grimaces. He stands in front of an art gallery while a bird on the sidewalk stands on top of a rodent.

“Police Officer, Red-Tailed Hawk, and Rodent”

As a figure walks along the sidewalk, a tree lines up with the photographer's field of vision, making the shrubbery look like hair.

“Nature’s Crown”

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Black Hills Indian Artist Market showcases unique Native American artwork

Apr 21, 2024 By Admin in Native

RAPID CITY, S.D. (KEVN) – The Black Hills Indian Artist Market returned to Rapid City’s Dahl Arts Center for the fourth consecutive year.

Paintings, photography, and more were on display, but the market featured more than just visual art. In addition, the market included live music, a fashion show, and more. The artwork included at the market often utilized vibrant colors and traditional themes, which artists and organizers attributed to the unique styles of tribes in and around the Black Hills.

“If you go on any South Dakota Reservation, art is a huge industry,” Mike Two Bulls, one of the market’s organizers and a member of the Indian Art Committee, said.

Two Bulls also said the market began as Native Americans had experienced economic hardships during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Now that things have improved, the market helps them to showcase their creativity, network with other artists, and gain recognition for their craft.

Texas SandFest fills Port Aransas with impressive sand sculptures

Apr 21, 2024 By Admin in Sculpture

The country’s largest sand sculpting competition has transformed Mustang Island into a…

Art Dirt: Talking Art, Architecture & Photography with Paul Hester

Apr 21, 2024 By Admin in Photography

Paul Hester, ” Fannin’s Men”

Brandon Zech talks with Texas artist Paul Hester about his over 50-year career taking photographs.

“There are photographs that I look at and say ‘that just feels right,’ but there are others that bug the hell out of me, and those are the ones that stick with me.”

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Photography Month, 7am

Apr 21, 2024 By Admin in Photography

Photography Month, 7am – Good Day Sacramento

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Sacramento area museums are proud to participate in the 6th Annual Photography Month Sacramento happening in April 2024. SMUD Museum of Science & Curiosity (MOSAC) is displaying a special “Celebration of Student Photography” in the museum lobby that is presented in partnership with the photography department at the California State University Sacramento.