This is the second post about why I like the photographers I like and to see what insights I may find because of it. Again... read at your own peril.
Olaf Sztaba: Crafting and inspiring great imagery is the philosophy of Olaf Sztaba, and it shows. Among his tenets… concentrate on the visual and emotional quality of the photograph, use simple and unobtrusive equipment, and avoid the “I’ll fix it later” mentality. These are all things I have believed in since I began photography in the 80's... yes... I am THAT old! Michael Kenna: I have a history of sorts with Michael Kenna as he was one of my inspirations when I first began my photographic journey all those long years ago. I have posted my thoughts and experiences in an earlier post on my site, so please read and then take some time to view his work. Eric Kim: Eric Kim writes a lot, and not everyone seems to like what he writes. Of course, that means I like him and what he has to say. He talks about passion, promotion, photography and meditation. You don't have to agree with him (or me for that matter!), but he will make you think. He was most probably the biggest influence for me in regards to writing this journal in the first place. Anna Agoston: I enjoy the forms and shapes I see in the black-and-white macro photographs by Anna Agoston. I have always been interested in the details of objects, but have never explored the macro world as she does. The images seem simple but are strong and communicate more in their dark tonalities than most images do in full color. I feel a subtle fear when I look at her work, but also a depth of feeling that goes beyond the plant forms she captures. Erez Marom: A nature and travel photographer from Israel, Erez Marom works in color and astounds me with the images he captures. His work inspires me to take more time to think about the color in this world and to find ways to capture and communicate the power that it contains. Erik Wahlstrom: The newest on my list but most definitely not the least! A film photographer (large format no less!), Erik Wahlstrom has more depth in one little video blog than I could possibly contain in my entire website. Take the time to listen to him... he knows. So what does it all mean? What have I gleaned from writing it down? Not sure yet. One thing I can say is I seem to like photographers that have something to say, not just in their imagery, but in their own words. Of course, that may be the teacher in me who is always interested in how others communicate. Communication is what photography is all about. I also seem to be attracted to photography that may be similar, but is definitely not my own. To see another's vision is to expand your own horizons, and that is what life is all about. So go out and find those that inspire you, that challenge your preconceived notions... and then grow.
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