menu szukaj
Weekly Online Magazine
ISSN 2544-5839

new articles each monday
zamknij
Work In Media

9.01.2002 Press photography

Photographing Art

Janusz Wójtowicz

This is a field of photography that requires great sensitivity and a solid equipment background from the photographer. Photos are taken practically in the absence of light that allows for a proper shot.

A particular branch of photojournalism is photographing art. When we talk about art, we mean theatrical performances, symphonic and rock concerts, various types of vernissages, exhibitions, etc.

This is a field of photography that requires great sensitivity and a solid equipment background from the photographer. Photos are taken under very difficult lighting conditions, practically in the absence of light that would allow for a correct photograph.

The inability to use a flash (firstly because it would ruin the atmosphere of the photo built by the stage lighting, and secondly, the use of a flash is often simply not allowed) encourages the search for other methods to achieve an interesting photo.

advertisement

  • Bright lenses with an aperture of f/1.4 to f/2.8 and good tolerance negative materials with high ISO sensitivity of 800 or 1600 are invaluable here.
  • It is very common to use forced development of negatives, where an ISO 800 film can be exposed as 1600, and in special cases even as 3200.
  • A tripod or monopod is often very helpful. A camera with automatic exposure control is already standard in this work.
  • Spot metering and autofocus are useful, as they can manage focusing in such difficult conditions.

We must remember that in this type of photography, we cannot plan anything in advance. For example, going to a concert, it is difficult to predict what the stage will look like, what the lighting will be, or where we will be standing.

It is also important to remember that we must not disturb the audience and the artists. We have to consider the fact that photographs taken in such difficult conditions will come at the cost of more grain, will often be blurred, and only a small portion of the photographs taken will be suitable for publication.

Share the article:

dodaj na Facebook prześlij przez Messenger dodaj na Twitter dodaj na LinkedIn

COMMERCIAL BREAK

See articles on a similar topic:

Trends in Mobile Photography. Huawei XMAGE Report

Marta Januszkiewicz
A team of experts, with the help of AI, analyzed photos and videos submitted to the latest edition of the HUAWEI NEXT IMAGE Awards mobile photography competition. The result is the HUAWEI XMAGE Trend Report 2023, a publication identifying key trends and themes in images generated by smartphone users.

How to Choose a Gimbal: Key Things to Consider Before Buying [GUIDE]

Krzysztof Fiedorek
A gimbal is a device that helps stabilize footage while recording video. It’s an essential tool for anyone looking to capture smooth and steady shots. There are many types of gimbals on the market, so choosing the right one can be challenging.

Photographing Official Ceremonies

Janusz Wójtowicz
Photographing official events is closely tied to the "decisive moment." A photojournalist must be able to intuitively anticipate events so that at that very moment (and not a fraction of a second before or after), they can capture it in the frame.

Press Photography - What Does It Mean?

Janusz Wójtowicz
According to Professor Władysław Tatarkiewicz, ART is a conscious activity that reproduces reality, shapes forms, or expresses experiences, and at the same time, its product - the work of art - is capable of delighting, moving, or shocking.

How to Choose a Drone. What to Consider When Buying a Flying Camera

KF
Photography and filmmaking are industries where civilian drones are now most commonly used. The global market for flying cameras was worth $10.2 billion in 2021 and is expected to grow annually by 15.6%. How do you choose the right drone for yourself from this rapidly expanding market? Here are some tips.

Photography, My Hobby

Janusz Wójtowicz
An old saying goes that "a photo is taken by a person, not a camera." There is much truth in this, but it cannot be denied that the equipment significantly affects the quality of the photos we obtain.

The Profile of Henri Cartier-Bresson

Janusz Wójtowicz
Henri Cartier-Bresson was born in France in 1908. In his youth, he was initially interested in painting and documentary filmmaking. A breakthrough came in 1932 when the twenty-four-year-old Cartier-Bresson purchased a small-format Leica camera, which he never parted with.

More in the section: Press photography

community

Facebook LinkedIn X Twitter Google RSS

Work in media

United States
New York • Washington DC • Los Angeles • Chicago • Houston • Phoenix • Philadelphia United Kingdom
London • Birmingham • Manchester • Liverpool • Glasgow • Edinburgh Canada
Toronto • Ottawa • Monstreal • Calgary Australia
Sydney • Melbourne • Brisbane • canberra Ireland, New Zealand, India

advertisement





Reporter shopping

Reporter shopping

Affordable laptops, notebooks and netbooks
Affordable laptops, notebooks and netbooks
for writing
Digital SLR and compact cameras
Digital SLR and compact cameras
for photographers
Books and e-books about media
Books and e-books about media
for reading
Video drones and flying cameras
Video drones and flying cameras
for pilots
Gimbals for stabilizing video
Gimbals for stabilizing video
for those on the move
Software and apps for creative work
Software and apps for creative work
for nerdy ones
More occasions

advertisement
Read books and e-books

Read books and e-books

Okładka Understanding Media: The Extensions of Man
Understanding Media: The Extensions of Man
Okładka Media Control. The Spectacular Achievements of Propaganda
Media Control. The Spectacular Achievements of Propaganda
Okładka Social Media Marketing All-in-One For Dummies
Social Media Marketing All-in-One For Dummies
Okładka Mass Communication: Living in a Media World
Mass Communication: Living in a Media World
Okładka Trust Me, I`m Lying: Confessions of a Media Manipulator
Trust Me, I`m Lying: Confessions of a Media Manipulator
Okładka Hate, Inc.: Why Today`s Media Makes Us Despise One Another
Hate, Inc.: Why Today`s Media Makes Us Despise One Another
more books and e-books

Reporterzy.info

More about us

Our tools and services

Contact


© Dwornik.pl Bartłomiej Dwornik 2oo1-2o24