Astronomical light rail costs, teacher shortage, Joe Biden, Vivek Ramaswamy, photography

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Opinion editor’s note: Star Tribune Opinion publishes letters from readers online and in print each day. To contribute, click here.

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The front-page article in the Aug. 22 edition “Deal struck to cover light-rail shortfall” stirred boyhood memories of watching President John F. Kennedy address Congress in May 1961 to propose landing a man on the moon and safely returning him to Earth before the decade was out. Slightly more than eight years later, I watched Apollo 11 Commander Neil Armstrong step onto the moon’s surface in July 1969.

The Metropolitan Council’s version of Project Apollo, the Southwest light-rail line, seeks to transport persons safely between downtown Minneapolis and Eden Prairie, a distance of 14.5 miles. That is a much less daunting prospect than the average distance between the Earth and the moon of approximately 239,000 miles.

The line is now supposed to begin service in 2027, some 17 years after the Met Council assumed control of the project and twice as long as it took America to land a man on the moon. The Apollo 11 mission cost $355 million, which equates to an inflation-adjusted $2.95 billion. The latest cost estimate for the Southwest light rail project (a number which seems to be in a constant state of flux) is $2.7 billion.

Am I the only person who finds all of this remarkable?

Thomas Moore, Eden Prairie

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With an extension of the Blue Line light rail in early planning stages, now is the time to do what should have been done with the Green Line — elevate the tracks for the majority of the route. An “L” would have several advantages — the most important would be improved safety for pedestrians, bikes and cars. Also, shops along the route would benefit from street parking at near-current levels, and pedestrians able to get to the store without multi-block detours to the nearest sanctioned crossing. Light-rail drivers would be freed from having to stop for traffic lights or slow down for errant drivers and walkers, so the trains would be able to put on more speed between stops. If the “L” turns out to be the fastest way to get from A to B more people will ride it. Isn’t that sort of the point?

Rich Brown, Minneapolis

TEACHER SHORTAGE

I wish Mike Thompson had talked with a teacher before creating his political cartoon in Wednesday’s paper. He missed the point completely of why many teachers are leaving the profession. Certainly teachers are concerned about their students’ mental health and would like more support for disruptive students. But students are the reason teachers remain, not why they leave. Teachers have worked hard to gain knowledge in their subject matter and in methodology to teach all types of learners. The disrespect from politicians and others who think they are qualified to micromanage curriculum make the job nearly impossible. To top it off, teacher pay remains low while the bureaucracy expands and expands. Talk with teachers, please. They need community support.

Ruth Thorstad, Dresser, Wis.

The writer is a retired teacher.

JOE BIDEN

Regarding Ryan Winkler’s commentary “Skeptics like Phillips should count on Biden” (Opinion Exchange, Aug. 11), President Joe Biden certainly has had many accomplishments. But for some to dismiss or ignore the voices of others within the party at this point calling for alternate ideas, views, etc., is reckless.

Debate and competition during a primary season should be welcomed. Fresh voices and perspectives help us evolve and grow as a party. As Rep. Dean Phillips so clearly stated, it should be a competition, not a coronation.

But once the convention is held and the nomination completed next summer, we must turn out and support whoever the candidate is. Democrats should have learned in 2016 that unifying behind their candidate after nomination is crucial to victory.

Jeff Isaacson, Lino Lakes

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In the commentary “The 2024 primaries and your call to duty” the writer argues that Republicans “need to do the right thing” and vote what’s best for the country. That means not supporting the candidacy of Donald Trump.

I agree.

What’s confusing, however, is the writer goes on to say that Biden is too old to run again. That he plans to vote for a yet unnamed younger Democratic primary candidate without identifying their credentials.

Despite his age, Biden has had an extraordinarily successful first term with regard to the economy, civil rights and the environment. He is a kind and decent human being. Yes, he misspeaks. Stuttering has been a lifelong issue for him.

So far his Democratic primary opponents — authors Marianne Williamson and Robert F. Kennedy Jr. — have never won elected office anywhere. Who does this author intend to vote for exactly who is capable of beating either Donald Trump or Ron DeSantis in 2024? Running for president is extremely expensive. It would be extremely difficult for another Democrat to jump in at this point and run a national presidential campaign.

If Biden chose not to run, his logical successor would be Vice President Kamala Harris, whose national approval rating sits at 32%, according to a recent NBC News poll, and who polls well behind both Trump and DeSantis.

So the alternatives to Biden are an unpopular vice president and two authors whose far-left positions have limited national appeal. The hard reality is Biden is the strongest candidate for the Democratic Party in 2024.

I suggest the writer do the right thing and support him.

Jim Piga, Mendota Heights

VIVEK RAMASWAMY

The youthful voters whom Vivek Ramaswamy, the self-proclaimed leader of a “new generation,” attempted to reach out to at the Republican presidential candidate debate the other night probably are not aware that voting for him might be the last opportunity they get to cast a ballot for a while.

The 38-year-old wealthy entrepreneur, the youngest candidate, has proposed raising the voting age to 25 unless an individual volunteers for military service or passes some sort of civics test that he has described as the same as one given for naturalization for citizenship; in other words, treating them as mercenaries or immigrants.

Ramaswamy’s proposition is not an outlier. A few months ago, a Republican operative unveiled to party leaders and donors a multipronged strategy to curtail access to voting by younger people, particularly college students.

That approach, fleshed out by Ramaswamy, is part and parcel of the GOP’s voter suppression campaign, which has so far primarily been directed to Black people, other ethnic minorities and poorer people.

Now, Ramaswamy is making that concept a cornerstone of his party.

So, if younger voters are attracted to his fresh face and anti-politician rhetoric, they ought to be aware that voting for him may lead to their disenfranchisement.

Marshall H. Tanick, Minneapolis

PHOTOGRAPHY

A newspaper does many things but on Wednesday the Star Tribune did the impossible with its front-page picture: It made me 17 again, if only for a few minutes.

The picture of two young teenagers sitting on a downed tree limb over a cool stream has stayed with me more than any other newspaper image in a long time.

The portrayal of a respite of cool water on a scorching day was also a symbol of our need for a respite — if only for a moment — from the steady drumbeat of war, politics and crime, which dominate the daily paper.

A news organization’s job is to provide a snapshot of a day in the life of our collective existence: good, bad and ugly.

On Wednesday, the Star Tribune, thanks to photographer Renée Jones Schneider, did that magnificently.

Bob Collins, Woodbury

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Top Innovative Assignment Formats That Foster Active Learning In Students

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In the rapidly evolving academic setting of the 21st century, the demand for innovative assignment formats is stronger than ever. Students are ever more engaged by dynamic, interactive learning methods that transcend the conventional and usher in the novel. As a result, educators must explore new and engaging assignment formats that foster active participation and stimulate curiosity and intellectual growth in students.

Top Innovative Assignment Formats

The Concept of Active Learning

Active learning is an instructive method that engages students in the learning process directly, often via problem-solving assignments, group discussions, or practical projects. The aim is to stimulate a higher level of thinking, leading to improved understanding and retention of information. This multifaceted approach allows students to apply knowledge, promote collaboration, boost confidence, and nurture critical thinking skills.

In the context of innovative assignments, active learning ensures assignments are more than mere completion tasks. Instead, they become engaging activities that stimulate critical thinking, independent research, collaboration, and problem-solving—laying foundations for lifelong learning.

Traditional Assignment Formats and Their Limitations

Traditional assignment formats range from tests, quizzes, and essay assignments to exams. While they play a crucial part in the learning process, they have been found to limit the full spectrum of learning, inhibiting creativity, critical thinking, and collaborative capabilities. Hence, the need for innovative assignment formats has become a central focus in modern educational philosophy.

Innovative Assignment Formats and How They Foster Active Learning

Several alternative assignment formats have emerged in the past decades that have proven effective in triggering student engagement and inspiring active learning. The following are some note-worthy examples:

Problem-Based Learning Assignments

Problem-based learning assignments present complex, real-world problems that students work to solve, leveraging their analytical skills and collaborative effort. This method places students in the active role of problem-solvers, promoting deep understanding and knowledge application in various contexts.

Flipped Classroom Assignments

The flipped classroom approach takes the traditional teaching model and turns it on its head. Students are tasked with learning new concepts independently, using technological resources like online lectures and educational videos. Later, classroom time is utilized for discussions, problem-solving, and teacher-guided activities to cement their understanding.

Top Innovative Assignment Formats

Collaborative or Group Assignments

Group assignments encourage cooperation among students, intensifying their practical understanding of the topic at hand. They help to improve students’ communication, teamwork, and leadership skills, fostering their ability to interact and function in a group setting.

Digital and Technology-Based Assignments

Education is continually evolving to keep up with the digital revolution we’re experiencing globally. Digital and technology-based assignments are now becoming an integral part of modern learning. These assignments leverage the power of technology, encouraging students to interact with various digital platforms to enhance their learning experience. They can involve activities such as participating in online forums, creating multimedia projects, or using educational apps specifically designed to boost comprehension and engagement in various subjects.

As Johannes Helmold, an expert at Academichelp, notes, these innovative assignments not only make learning more exciting and relevant but also equip students with indispensable digital skills for the future. Another significant advantage of such assignments is that they allow for a more personalized learning experience. For example, assignments posted at Academichelp’s site can be customized to each student’s unique learning pace and style, maximizing their potential for academic success.

Moreover, several educational platforms like Tutorbin.com are making it easier for teachers to incorporate digital and technology-based assignments in their curriculum. These platforms provide a wide range of resources and tools to facilitate interactive and engaging digital assignments, thus fostering a more immersive and dynamic learning environment.

Top Innovative Assignment Formats

Real-World Scenario Assignments

Real-world scenario assignments invite students to apply their knowledge and skills in practical scenarios, simulating real-life situations. This format can stimulate critical thinking, creativity, and innovation, helping students realize the relevance of their learning to their future career and life.

Practical Tips for Educators to Implement Innovative Assignment Formats

For educators to integrate innovative assignments successfully, they must adapt to the students’ needs, capabilities, and interests. Appropriation of technologies and resources is key, and providing a conducive active learning environment is paramount. Regular feedback and guidance motivate students and help them align their learning efforts effectively.

Case Studies and Examples of Successful Innovative Assignment Formats

Many case studies demonstrate the power of innovative assignments in fostering active learning. For instance, in schools employing the Flipped Classroom Model, researchers have found significant improvements in student comprehension and engagement. Similarly, the use of digital assignments has been linked to improved technical skills and increased student motivation.

Top Innovative Assignment Formats

Conclusion

Embracing innovative assignment formats is invaluable in fostering active learning among students. The inclusion of problem-based learning, flipped instruction, group assignments, digital projects, and real-world scenario tasks into curriculum design helps to create a more engaging, interactive, and enriching learning experience. As we celebrate the diversity and individuality of our classrooms, let us also diversify our teaching methods for the benefit of our future generations.


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India | Photography and the return of analogue

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In 2015, when I quit my job as the editor of a fashion magazine to study photography in Paris, I was a senior student. Very senior. Imagine my surprise then when my international classmates — aged mostly between 18 and 28 — were all shooting film, something I’d given up in 2006.

Like most photographers pre-digital era, however, I had shot slide, colour negative, and black and white film. I had push processed, cross processed, and even taken a course in film processing and printing. I thought I was stone age, except, as it turned out, that’s where the world now wanted to be.

Film processing at the Chennai Photo Biennale

Film processing at the Chennai Photo Biennale

As I was swept up in its wake — unearthing an old medium format twin lens reflex Yashica gifted by an uncle, its leather cover falling apart, and purchasing boxes of 120 Kodak Portra — I could see film photography take off.

There were many signs. First, the 25.5 million posts on Instagram under the hashtag #filmisnotdead. Then, the reissue of out-of-production film and film cameras such as Kodak Ektachrome and the Leica M6, respectively. There were also the soaring sales of Fuji Instax for instant photography and the 2017 return of Polaroid as Polaroid Originals, after its 2001 bankruptcy. And then, in 2022, Ricoh Pentax announced it was developing a new 35mm film camera.

In India, in 2016, by popular demand, Radhakrishnan Vijayakumar, Group CEO of Srishti Digilife, had started to import and sell film from Kodak, Ilford and Lomography, and develop chemicals for the film in the Indian market. Since then, Ilford’s revenues have grown from ₹50 lakh to ₹4.5 crore, while Kodak has shot up from ₹85 lakh to ₹4.8 crore last year.

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India has seen a boom, too. In the past three years, several WhatsApp and Facebook groups for enthusiasts and professionals have sprung up — to share resources, exchange ideas, and troubleshoot problems. Film photography workshops have become the order of the day as have film processing studios, such as Zhenwei in Mumbai (founded in 2020, it processes around 300 rolls of film every month).

Watch | A portrait session with chef-entrepreneur Eeshaan Kashyap at Sarang Sena Studio

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A film by Piyush More

Community dark rooms have also mushroomed across the country, from Siliguri to Goa, Delhi, Gurugram, Chennai, Bengaluru, and Puducherry. Many of these spaces, such as the Chennai Photo Biennale (CPB) and Zhenwei, sell their own respooled film (bought in bulk, cut, and spooled onto new canisters for very economical rates, given that film prices have increased dramatically year-on-year).

Artist and photographer Sasikanth Somu, 56, runs a community darkroom at the Centre d’Art in Auroville. Started during the pandemic, at the tail end of 2020, he holds workshops as well. One of the reasons film is back, he feels, lies in it being the antithesis of today’s instant culture — where you can shoot, upload and receive appreciation in less than a minute. “My students get hooked to that process of not seeing the image straight away, of waiting to process their film rolls, print photographs, and only then see the positive images.”

Sasikanth Somu

Sasikanth Somu
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Menty Jamir, a photo-artist and creative director based between Delhi and Shillong, started shooting film three years ago when friend and Magnum photographer Sohrab Hura gave her his medium format camera with 20 black-and-white rolls, as she was heading home to Shillong during the pandemic. In 2021, out of curiosity, she signed up for the Photo.South.Asia darkroom workshops, initiated and mentored by Delhi-based photographer Srinivas Kuruganti — to learn more about the analogue approach, print-making, and gain the confidence to shoot film. “The change in form itself can enhance one’s way of seeing and open a fresh perspective,” she says.

In short, like any self-respecting hero, film photography has risen victorious from the dead. Except that there’s a twist to the tale. It turns out the hero is not film photography as much as analogue photography. What’s the difference? The latter encompasses all the processes that were used to capture and create images from the 19th century onwards, well before the invention of the 35mm camera. Some of them, such as cyanotypes (a contact printing process that produces cyan blue prints), don’t even use a camera.

Alternative processes, or historic processes, as they are called, are having their moment in the sun. Popular filters on social media say something about the likeability of the medium. And as if to prove the point, the ongoing fourth anniversary celebrations of Museo Camera in Gurugram include exhibitions of historic cyanotype, gum bichromate, and albumen prints.

Alternative processes at Maze Collective Studio

Alternative processes at Maze Collective Studio
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Maze Collective Studio

For the love of the dark

For Varun Gupta, 41, analogue artist, director and co-founder of Chennai Photo Biennale — which has just moved into new premises that offers a community darkroom as well as workshops and kits for alternative processes — it is the element of chance that accounts for the appeal of alternative process. “With digital, everything has become so controlled that one finds it almost impossible to truly surrender. [With alternative process] you’re not really sure what you’re going to get; you modify and troubleshoot. It’s also very tactile.”

Varun Gupta of Chennai Photo Biennale

Varun Gupta of Chennai Photo Biennale
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Manoj Bishwas

The pandemic was a tipping point for alternative processes, he says. Gupta saw a global spike in interest in 2020. That was also the year CPB started doing cyanotype workshops. At the end of the first wave, the sessions, which took place in parks, attracted participants to the tune of a few hundred at a time; Gupta attributes it to digital revulsion. “We wake up in the morning and stare at a phone, before you sleep you stare at it. It’s this circle of consumption on screens that has made us collectively yearn for something analogue.”

In the past three years, they have taught the process to more than 2,000 people. CPB now sells two types of cyanotype kits (starting from ₹1,200) and has an e-learning course, too. Gupta also teaches salt printing and Van Dyke brown and is looking forward to learning the gum processes.

In the Chennai Photo Biennale dark room

In the Chennai Photo Biennale dark room
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CPB

Chennai Photo Biennale workshops

Chennai Photo Biennale workshops
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CPB

Another practitioner is Sarang Sena, 37. In early 2018, the Delhi-based visual artist decided to use the wet plate collodion (a 19th century process) for a personal project. He spent the good part of a year fine-tuning the chemistry for Indian weather. Then came the pandemic and a broken enlarger, which gave him one last step to complete: create his own enlarger. Once he had done that, he realised he could make his own large format view camera — big wooden boxes with bellows on a stand that most of us had last seen in movies from the 1940s and 50s.

Sarang Sena in his dark room

Sarang Sena in his dark room
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Pranoy Sarkar

Homemade 8x10 large format camera

Homemade 8×10 large format camera
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The culmination was a series titled Six Feet Apart, where he created portraits of people who visited his house. “With a view camera, there’s a lot more interaction with the subject or the space, and a big thought process before you even set up the camera,” he says. Another of his portrait series, Contributors — celebrating a diverse set of individuals for their contribution to a COVID-hit society — made around the same time appeared in Vogue Italia. A key factor that drew Sena to this process was that each image was one-off, “there’s no way to repeat that particular image”.

He has since set up a studio space called Class of Yesterday: CYStudios in Delhi, where anybody can book their own unique portrait. Footballer Sunil Chhetri is a client, as are actors Dipannita Sharma and Nasir Abdullah.

Blooming (a wet plate collodion work)

Blooming (a wet plate collodion work)
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Sarang Sena

MAP does its bit

Outside of workshops and analogue communities, spaces such as The Museum of Art & Photography (MAP) in Bengaluru are also playing a role in this revival. “One of the largest collections at MAP is photography that spans from the 1850s to the present. And a big part of it is based on film and alternative processes like albumen and bromide prints, woodburytype, and silver gelatin prints,” says Prachi Gupta, a senior archivist at the museum. Two ongoing exhibitions — Time and Time Again, a retrospective of artist Jyoti Bhatt, and With Great Ease, an exhibition of late photographer T.S. Satyan’s work — are all film. “The exhibitions show original silver gelatin prints and contact sheets; the Satyan exhibit also has his Six-20 Brownie C camera on display. And the response from all age groups has been spectacular. We see people spending time with the photographs, inspecting them closely, reading the inscriptions,” says Gupta, adding, “Through exhibitions, workshops and our digitised collection, the aim is to constantly expose and educate the audience.” MAP recently conducted a workshop on cyanotype and more are in the pipeline.

— Surya Praphulla Kumar

Making the alternative accessible

There are a few photographers whose work I’ve been obsessed with for a long time: Sarah Moon, Paolo Roversi, Jack Davison, all of whom shoot fashion, though they are not just fashion photographers. Their images are the result of a combination of shooting and printing, the latter as important as the former. Moon uses direct carbon printing for her super saturated hues and is happy to degrade her negative; Roversi, who has possibly the largest stock of the now discontinued 8×10 Polaroid film, does platinum palladium prints; and Davison recently did a series of photogravure from his digital work.

As somebody who was wondering how to even attempt any of these methods, learning that they are, for the most part, accessible in India, feels liberating. Three touchstones have emerged to learn alternative processes in the country: Maze Collective Studio in Delhi, Studio Goppo in Santiniketan, and Studio Kanike in Bengaluru.

At Maze Collective Studio

At Maze Collective Studio

Maze Collective Studio

Maze Collective Studio

Maze Collective, co-founded by Ashish Sahoo, 34, and Zahra Yazdani in 2020, offers one-month alternative process residencies and shorter film photography workshops. Sahoo has also created one of India’s cheapest large format view cameras, essential to some alternative processes, with his collaborator Himanshu Bablani, who runs a makerspace called Banana House in Delhi. “You can get some really cheap cameras abroad, but by the time they come to India with customs duties and all, they become expensive. Plus, if any problem arises with the camera, we can troubleshoot and send you the parts,” he says, explaining that most parts are 3D printed and the rest are laser cut with stainless steel.

Ashish Sahoo

Ashish Sahoo
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Sarang Sena

Santiniketan-based Arpan Mukherjee, 46, has been practising alternative processes the longest. He started in 2000-2001, not as a photographer but as an artist working with photosensitive materials in the form of silkscreen. “With alternate process, you can click an image, print it on your own, on leaves, on paper, on any surface,” he says. “And you have to print it with your hands. So the quality of the photography doesn’t depend on the camera, or the printer, but on your skill and craftsmanship.”

In 2015, the artist and associate professor in Santiniketan’s Department of Graphic Art, co-founded Studio Goppo with his partner Shreya to grow the alternative processes community. They offer two-week to two-month residencies to teach not only commonly known processes but also rarer ones such as calotype (where paper coated with silver chloride is exposed to light in a camera obscura) and colour gum bichromate (a process using salt of dichromate that produces painterly images).

Arpan Mukherjee

Arpan Mukherjee
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Trying hybrid methods

Interestingly, alternative processes aren’t about shunning modern technology. All the practitioners work with contemporary technology when required, and in fact, use hybrid methods to create something new. “You can click an image on your digital camera, create and print a digital negative,” Mukherjee explains.

Part of a series of photographs titled ‘Gola Vora Dhan’

Part of a series of photographs titled ‘Gola Vora Dhan’
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Arpan Mukherjee

With such processes also come more layered ways of storytelling. Vivek Muthuramalingam, photographer, artist, and founder of Studio Kanike in Bengaluru, talks about elevating his documentary photography practice. For a series that he did on Goa’s poders (bakers) a few years ago, he used seawater from nearby beaches to create salt prints — and as he described in a personal essay in the Dark ‘N’ Light zine, the “organic substances that came along with the sea water, like plankton and algae, imparted its own tonality and hue to the print”.

Vivek Muthuramalingam

Vivek Muthuramalingam
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Snigdha Rana

Muthuramalingam explains the versatility of the process to me with another example: “For instance, if I were doing a work that follows the Silk Route, and I go to Cambay to find nothing there [in the Travels of Ibn Battuta, the scholar-traveller wrote an entire chapter on the city that was once an important trading centre in Gujarat], I could pick up salt and create the whole series.” The choices are endless: maybe cyanotype for a theme of loss steeped in blue or Van Dyke brown for sepia-tinted memories?

Salted paper print

Salted paper print
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Vivek Muthuramalingam

A cyanotype postcard

A cyanotype postcard
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Vivek Muthuramalingam

A Van Dyke brown print

A Van Dyke brown print
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Vivek Muthuramalingam

These processes are not just curiosities anymore; they have started to be woven into mainstream photography and art, textile design, and even magazines and online. And the trend isn’t showing any sign of slowing down.

Print perfect

 Some common alternative processes

Albumen prints: Popular from 1855 to 1895, as the name suggests, paper is coated with egg white — which makes it smooth and shiny — and then silver nitrate. Images are contact printed and change hue over time.

Cyanotypes: Considered the gateway to alternative process, it’s a non-silver, contact printing method that gives a blue print (the architects’ blueprint takes its name from it) is easy to use on a variety of media including cloth.

Gum prints: Gum oil uses a mix of Gum Arabic and oil paint and the final result is black and white and looks like something drawn with charcoal. Gum bichromate is a process where you use watercolour and it can be colour or black and white. It has beautiful tones and colours.

Platinum palladium: Considered the acme of alternative prints for its ability to reproduce a large scale of tonalities, its soft grays, and its archival qualities. The price of platinum makes it an expensive and rare proposition.

Salt prints: A process that combines salt, silver nitrate, and a UV light to produce reddish brown images. In use till the 1850s.

Van Dyke brown: Named after Flemish painter Anthony Van Dyck who was famous for a particular hue of brown, it is also a contact printing process.

Wet plate collodion: It’s a 19th century photographic process that uses a glass or metal plate coated with collodion, immersed in silver nitrate to make it light sensitive, and inserted into a large format camera where an exposure lasts between 4-30 seconds, while the solution is still wet. The plate is then rushed to a dark room and covered with developer liquid, at which point you get a negative. A fixing bath turns the image positive. It’s called an ambrotype if it’s on glass and a tintype or ferrotype if it’s on metal. The result is an ethereal image as collodion renders tones differently from those of black and white photography. Dry Plate Collodion is where the plates are coated with a gelatin emulsion which creates long lasting negatives that can be easily stored and developed.

The writer is a fashion consultant and commentator based in New Delhi.

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A Beginner’s Guide To Photographic Composition

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When you take a picture, the first thing you decide on is what to include and exclude from your shot. Then, you arrange the placement of the objects in your frame. These actions in its simplicity are what we call photographic composition.

Photography Tips: A Beginners Guide

Some people would have a more complicated and highly intricate way of explaining how composition works in photography. But it all boils down to what and how various elements are placed in your frame. Composition dictates the proximity of the various elements. You decide what needs to be brighter, have more or less color and which should be larger or smaller.The strategy for the placement of these elements is mostly subjective. It does involve some rules but for the most part, it can be achieved organically.

You arrange your elements in a way to bring out their meaning. A picture is not just a picture. There is always a story or a message you wanted your audience to see. For example, you always place the birthday celebrant in the middle of the picture with the other attendees on either side. This is to tell your audience that the celebrant is the most important person in the room. With travel photos, you tend to pose near a well-known landmark for your audience to know which place you are in. You could be standard in your presentation or have a more artistic flair. Your meaning or message could also be much deeper or more complex.

Composition affects viewing behavior. You tell your audience where the focal point is in the photo.This is to show them the main subject and its relationship with the other elements in the frame. It is responsible for the narrative of a photograph. And like anything in a visual platform, there is an emotional resonance.

It also brings balance and order. However abstract you’d want your work to be. There will always be consideration of how much your elements weigh. This is because each element affects the weights of other surrounding elements. Lights and tones need to also be in balance also because the atmosphere they create may increase or decrease the weight of the elements.

If composition is done right, you’ll end up with a visually appealing photo that clearly states its meaning or message.

Here are some photography tips to help you out perfecting your photographic composition.

Photography Tips: A Beginners Guide

The Basics

We start with the basics. Having a good foundation is important if you want to improve your skills. Because your foundation dictates your core values. And, these core values will serve as your support as you grow into your own skills.

The first thing any beginner photographer has to master is their equipment. Know your camera.

In 2022, there were 8 million units in total shipment of digital cameras. The global digital market was valued at $7.5 billion. This means that a lot of people are acquiring the latest and greatest camera available.

But, you may have the most expensive and most advanced camera in the world. But if you don’t know how to use the menus and various controls, it is as good as a piece of rock in your hand. Read the manual and practice using the camera with the various controls. Discover all the advantages that your camera offers and see to it that you are thoroughly proficient in controlling them.

Shutter Speed

Photography Tips: A Beginners Guide

Also called exposure time. It is the length of time when the shutter is open wherein light can enter the image sensor inside the camera. By modifying the amount of light, you can change the way the subject’s movement is captured.In essence, it is a way to “control” how the movement is shown in photos.

If you want to capture a subject’s fast-moving action and make them look frozen, have a faster shutter speed. Be mindful of your lighting because a faster shutter speed needs adequate light for a clear image. Use speeds 1/1000 second or faster.

Slower shutter speeds are best for indoors. In dimly lit places, you’ll need as much light as possible to reach the sensor. Shutter speeds of 1/100 second or lower are adequate. But, you’ll have to lower it if the lighting conditions are not good. Also, use a tripod or any stable surface because the lower the shutter speed the higher the chance of blurring.

ISO

Photography Tips: A Beginners Guide

This is the ability of the image sensors to sense light. The higher the ISO speed the more sensitive your camera is to light. This also translates to your shutter speed. By modifying your ISO, you can take photos from dark environments and still make a brighter picture. This also helps in preventing blurry images from motion blur or camera shake.

Aperture

Photography Tips: A Beginners Guide

Aperture controls the amount of light intensity. The different sizes of lens opening mainly control this. If you widen an aperture more light can enter, and when narrowed less light can enter the lens. The standard f-numbers Are f/1.4, f/2, f/2.8, f/4, f5.6.., etc. The smaller the f-number the larger the aperture is.

Adjusting the aperture in your camera can add dimensions to your photos by controlling the depth of field. You can have a shallow depth of field and have your background completely out of focus in sharp contrast to the foreground. The large aperture creates a level of separation between your subject and their background. This makes the subject more prominent and directs the attention of your audience.

A smaller aperture is best for landscape photography as it needs little to no background blur as both foreground and background need to be sharp.

White Balance

Photography Tips: A Beginners Guide

The availability of presets on your camera for white balance will help you a great deal in making white appear white in your photo.

Usually, when you take a photo of a white object, it may take in a color cast. Your photos may have a bluish or a warmer tone. You may not see it as you take a photo of the white object because your brain auto-corrects the color regardless of the light source. You still see white as white. The camera doesn’t pick up on this and depicts photos different from what you see.

Your camera will have Auto White Balance mode. Keep it on. This will help in making the appropriate corrections. You can use a variety of white balance settings if you find yourself in a different lighting situation where “Auto” is not enough. The settings would be “Daylight”, “Cloudy”, and “Tungsten Light”. “Shade” and so on.

Rules of Composition

There are a lot of rules in photographic composition that you will encounter as you grow into your photography journey. Here is one of many photography tips in this article.

Learn the rules but not be constricted by them.

The rules are there as a guide to help you focus and not be all over the place. There may be beauty in chaos but not everyone can find it. And in visual art, eye-strain does happen.

The following are a few that you can start with;

1. Fill the Frame

Photography Tips: A Beginners Guide

Too much-unused space or negative space in a photo might not look good. This could make your subject appear lonely and desolate. Get closer to fill the frame.

For your photoshoot ideas, make sure to bring zoom lenses to help out in filling the frame.

2. Different perspectives

Photography Tips: A Beginners Guide

Shoot from a high place or crouch low. It is good to see something from a different perspective. This creates a dynamic effect in your photography. It can also sharpen your skills in capturing a photo from any position or situation.

Always include different perspectives in your photoshoot ideas as it gives you more options to choose from.

3. Rule of Thirds

Photography Tips: A Beginners Guide

This is one rule that breaks one rule. Or, should I say “ amends” a rule? To create balance, the subject is usually placed in the middle of the frame. But instead of that, use the rule of thirds. This will help you balance empty space and make visually appealing photographs.

Most digital cameras have a preset where a grid will appear on your viewfinder or screen. If you are shooting in analog. Imagine a grid formed by two horizontal lines and two vertical lines, splitting the frame into thirds. You position your subject in one of the intersecting points and avoid the center box as much as possible.

4. Leading Lines

Photography Tips: A Beginners Guide

These are natural lines that we see in the world. Examples are lines formed by mountain edges, building structures, staircases, roads, etc. Including these lines in your photos, creates dynamism and a sense of depth when these lines meet or crossover.

5. Figure to ground

Photography Tips: A Beginners Guide

Adjust the contrast of your subject in reference to its background. The more contrast the more dramatic your shot will be. Your subject will stand out more from the background if that is your intent.

Achieve these by contrast lighting. Make sure that your subject gets more light than the background.

Photo editing software can be used if you want a particular background. A remove bg tool will make your editing much easier and more effective.

Tips and Tricks

Photography Tips: A Beginners Guide

Nowadays, It is so much easier to advance your skills with photography. You can have a multitude of resources online from amateur to professional photographers. You can learn a lot from their experience and their process. The best thing is that all their photos are viewable, so you can have an actual visual reference. Here are some photography tips we found;

1. Frame within a frame

This is a great way to add more depth to your photos. Find something that can create a natural frame to focus the attention of the viewer on your subject. It could be a door frame, trees, arches, walls, or anything that creates a border or partial borders around the subject of the photograph.

2. Ideal lighting

Natural light is still the best lighting for high-quality photos. Photos are great when shot in the morning as they are clear but not too harsh. For a more dramatic effect, shots done on sunsets are breathtaking.

If you are able to buy artificial lighting, choose lighting products where you can adjust the brightness to your preference. This will give you more flexibility in arranging your shots.

Get inspired by photography ideas like using flash gels to light your subjects. They’ll give your photos unusual but interesting colors.

3. Simple is still the best.

Make sure that the background is not too cluttered. It could overcome the subject of your photograph. You must only keep the elements that are absolutely necessary. Your audience’s attention must be focused on the subject and what meaning it is conveying. Simple is easier to understand and to remember.

4. Show scale

To add on your bag of photography tips, use a person or an object to illustrate the size and scope of the image. For example, in order to show the span of a desert landscape, take a bird’s eye view of a lone camel in a desert. Not only are you showing the expanse of the surroundings but letting your audience feel the desolateness of the desert.

5. Beyond the Face

Portrait shots are mainly focused on the face of the subject as they stare at the camera. This could appear flat at most. So, make it more interesting by focusing on more details other than the face.

It would still be a close-up shot but some details could be included. Hand placements near or on the face would be ideal. There are also the positions of the head and where they’d be looking. Small facial movements like a subtle smile or a raised eyebrow. Have details that show the personality of your subject for the audience to have a better sense of them.

Practice Makes Perfect

Photography Tips: A Beginners Guide

Like in all things, you need practice to achieve proficiency. Because through trial and error, you will be able to find out what you are capable of.

Sure, it could be intimidating and confusing at first. There are a lot of things and techniques to learn and master. But, you need to not stress yourself out. Everyone, even the most gifted photographer started out like you.

Start with the things that are comfortable for you. Do you like animals? Take pictures of your pet then. Do you like taking portraits? Family and friends are always free and are much more forgivable for less-than-pleasing photos.

Practice taking photos during family events, they’d already be taking photos so you’ll not be sticking out. Also, the experience is less stressful and much more fun and enjoyable. Big bonus – willing participants.

Take photos of the same subject from different perspectives and at different times. Pets are perfect for these. Not only is your model free, they are also available to you whenever you want to take a photo. Take photos of them from your second-floor window while they play in the yard. Crouch down into their level and capture their sleeping face. Not only are you getting practice, you are also creating fond memories with your pet. You’ll also have the photo albums to prove it.

This might seem pretentious, but bring your camera everywhere. Just make sure that you are using the camera to take actual photos. It is not a fashion accessory. By bringing it with you, you’ll be able to practice by taking photos of things that you find appealing. You’ll be in various surroundings and environments where you’ll be constantly adjusting your camera’s presets. There is also the constant change of lighting since you are mainly using natural lights. You’ll be adjusting for that as well.

For more photography tips and photography ideas, learn from the professionals. Most of them conduct workshops and seminars. Attend them if you can. Ask questions and learn their process and adapt them to your work.

Final Thoughts

Photography Tips: A Beginners Guide

Photography is an art. And, art is all about passion. Passion is a strong driving force for success. But, success is all about hard work.

Your love for photography must translate to loving learning about photography. Be fascinated with its history and achievements. Be aware of the various people who spearheaded the technology behind the camera.

Your camera is an extension of your arm. Know what your camera is capable of. Be proficient in all of its technology, settings, and menus. You must be able to fully master all the controls. Because if not, it is dead weight.

You must have knowledge of the various techniques. Learn from all the available sources you can find. Visit galleries, leaf through coffee table books or picture books, ask professionals, or watch videos. You can learn a lot of these online in the comfort of your home. Most of these are even free for everyone.

Lastly, practice. Everything that we have discussed and you have learned will be for nothing if you don’t practice. Because with practice, you’ll be able to apply what you have learned. You can adjust and adapt these techniques to your own working process and transform it into your own style.
So, grab your camera and start taking photos. The world is your oyster, after all. Better yet, it’s your very own photo gallery.

Author’s Bio

Jacqueline Aguilar, Removal.AI

Jacqueline Aguilar has a degree in Communication Arts and is an avid reader. Writing comes second in her list of passions. She has an interest in Photography, Film, Music, and Tech. Currently holding a desk job and is writing content marketing as a creative outlet.


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Join the “Same Tree, Different Day” project with 3 Peaks Photography

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Mike Pach, owner of 3 Peaks Photography, appeared on Loving Living Local today to share imagery from his “Same Tree, Different Day” project.

Pach took a photo of the same tree everyday for one year.

Pach said, “The project wasn’t planned, and I think that’s one of the most interesting things about it. I photographed the tree one day during my lunch break while it was covered in ice and snow, and the idea came to me later that afternoon to photograph it every day for a year.”

He believes the project brought him mindfulness and healing, and he hopes it with do the same for community members who join in.

“The original goal was an exercise in creativity. Having been diagnosed with fibromyalgia, I wondered what would happen if I could no longer go on hikes, and I wanted to prove that I could still be creative while confined to a small space by creating an unique photo of the same subject from the same vantage point every day for a year,” Pach said.

Join the workshop on September 6, 2023 Same Tree, Different Day – Use creativity & goals to manage mental health Tickets, Wed, Sep 6, 2023 at 7:00 PM | Eventbrite.

Learn more at www.3peaksphoto.com.

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Venus Optics expands its Nanomorph Series with two new anamorphic lenses

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Venus Optics has announced the latest additions to its “Nanomorph” series, with the new 65mm T2.4 and 80mm T2.4 lenses, as well as a 1.33X Front Anamorphic Adapter, set to debut on the crowdfunding platform Indiegogo.

Both the Laowa Nanomorph 65mm and 80mm lenses hold an unvarying 1.5X squeeze ratio across all focusing distances. They also come with a trio of flare options: Blue, Amber, and Silver.

These new focal lengths join the series’ previous optics, the 27mm, 35mm, and 50mm, in delivering an extremely compact design. This design feat ensures their compatibility with a vast array of setups, whether that be handheld shooting, gimbal-mounted scenes, slider-based operations or even drone flights.

The 1.33X Front Anamorphic Adapter, when paired with the Nanomorph, transforms it into a 2X anamorphic lens. What’s more, it can be combined with other spherical lenses, thereby broadening the cinematic horizon for photographers and filmmakers alike.

Venus Optics has opened a pre-launch page on Indiegogo where subscribers can get the latest news from the campaig and get access to a range of early-bird perks and exclusive offers. The campaign will officially commence on August 29, 2023, at GMT 14:00 (EDT 10:00).

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The Art Of Making Money With Your Camera: Photography Business Insights

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In an era dominated by visual content, the demand for skilled photographers has never been higher. The rise of social media, using pay stub online, e-commerce, and digital marketing has led to a thriving market for captivating imagery, presenting photographers with a golden opportunity to turn their passion into a profitable business.

However, the road to success in the world of photography is not solely paved with beautiful snapshots. To truly flourish as a photography entrepreneur, one must master both the art of capturing moments and the business acumen required to thrive in a competitive industry.

The Art Of Making Money With Your Camera

Skill Refinement and Niche Selection

Before embarking on a photography business journey, it’s essential to hone your craft. Photography is not just about owning a high-end camera; it’s about understanding composition, lighting, and storytelling. Take the time to develop your technical skills and artistic eye. Experiment with different styles and genres to discover what resonates with you the most.

Choosing a niche is equally important. Specializing in a specific area, such as portraits, weddings, landscapes, food, or fashion, allows you to focus your efforts and build a recognizable brand. Your chosen niche should align with your passion and strengths, but also consider its market demand and growth potential.

Building a Strong Portfolio and Online Presence

Your portfolio is your visual resume. It showcases your best work and serves as a testament to your skills. Assemble a diverse collection of images that demonstrate your expertise in your chosen niche. Quality trumps quantity, so only include your most exceptional shots.

In today’s digital age, an online presence is non-negotiable. Create a professional website to showcase your portfolio, services, pricing, and contact information. Utilize social media platforms like Instagram, Facebook, and Pinterest to share your work, connect with potential clients, and engage with a broader audience.

Pricing Strategies and Packages

Determining how to price your photography services can be challenging. Research your competitors’ pricing within your niche and region to gain insights into the market rates. Consider factors like your skill level, experience, overhead costs, and the value you provide to clients.

Offering well-defined packages simplifies the decision-making process for potential clients. Each package should clearly outline what’s included, such as shooting hours, editing, prints, and digital files. Providing a range of packages allows clients to choose one that aligns with their needs and budget.

The Art Of Making Money With Your Camera

Client Experience and Communication

Exceptional client experience can set you apart in a competitive landscape. From the initial inquiry to the final delivery of images, maintain clear and open communication. Understand your clients’ expectations, answer their questions promptly, and manage their concerns professionally.

During photoshoots, create a comfortable and relaxed environment to bring out genuine expressions and emotions. Personalize your approach by getting to know your clients, which can lead to more authentic and meaningful photographs.

Marketing and Networking

Marketing is the engine that drives your photography business. Utilize both online and offline strategies to reach your target audience. Social media advertising, content marketing through blogging, and search engine optimization (SEO) are powerful tools to enhance your online visibility.

Networking within your local community and industry circles can open doors to collaborations, referrals, and partnerships. Attend events, workshops, and photography meetups to connect with fellow photographers and potential clients.

Continuous Learning and Adaptation

The photography industry evolves rapidly due to technological advancements and changing trends. To stay ahead, commit to lifelong learning. Invest time in enhancing your skills, staying updated on industry trends, and mastering new editing techniques and software.

Adaptability is key. Be open to trying new approaches, exploring different styles, and experimenting with innovative ideas. A willingness to adapt will not only keep your work fresh but also attract a diverse clientele.

Legalities and Business Essentials

Running a photography business involves legal and financial considerations. Register your business, obtain any necessary licenses, and secure insurance coverage to protect yourself and your clients. Draft clear contracts that outline the terms of your services, including payment, usage rights, and deliverables.

Consistency and Persistence

Building a successful photography business takes time. It’s essential to remain patient, persistent, and consistent in your efforts. Success rarely happens overnight, but with dedication and a passion for both photography and entrepreneurship, you can achieve your goals.

The Art Of Making Money With Your Camera

Conclusion

In conclusion, turning your passion for photography into a thriving business requires a blend of artistic talent and entrepreneurial skills. By refining your craft, establishing a strong online presence, providing an exceptional client experience, and continually adapting to industry changes, you can navigate the dynamic world of photography and transform your hobby into a lucrative profession. Remember, the art of making money with your camera is a journey that combines creativity with strategic thinking, resulting in a fulfilling and prosperous career.


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26 Emmy-Nominated Directors of Photography Explain How They Shot Their Series

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As we have in the past, IndieWire reached out to this year’s nominees for Outstanding Cinematography for a Single-Camera Series (One Hour), Single-Camera Series (Half-Hour), and Limited or Anthology Series or Movie and asked them which cameras and lenses they used — but even more important: Why were these the right tools to bring these series to life?

This year, we also reached out to the nominees for Outstanding Cinematography for a Nonfiction Program and Reality Program. The demands of documentary and reality television shows are often wildly different from their scripted counterparts, but the considerations that go into visually emphasizing setting and emotion, of creating a sense of immersion alongside the characters for the audience, are quite similar.

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In the list below, discover everything from which lenses can keep a sci-fi series grounded to why specific cameras are never asked to leave the tribe.

The nominees’ answers are organized alphabetically by series title. 

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5 Tips For Great Headshots

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Human beings are highly visual creatures, so it should come as no major revelation that we usually make assumptions and decisions about businesses, places and individuals based on their visual appearance first.In fact, a recent study found that it takes just one hundred milliseconds of seeing someone to form an opinion on them.

Talk about the importance of creating an excellent first impression.So, what if you could get that first impression over withbefore meeting your customers?

A Short Guide To Headshot Photography

The great news is you can, with a headshot. If you’re a business owner wanting to make a great first impression, here are some of our top tips for taking great headshots that your customers will love:

#1. Hire a Professional for Great Quality Prints

As mentioned above, your executive headshots define others’ perceptions of you. Because of this, you want your headshots to look amazing. However, taking headshots is much more complicated than it sounds.

If you’ve never taken a headshot before and are unsure what you’re doing, hiring a professional headshot photographer might be an idea. Professional photographers will be able to produce better quality photographs.

Follow these tips to find a good headshot photographer near you:

  • Search online – the first thing you need to do is search for professional headshot photographers near you. For example, if you live in London, you should search for professional headshot services in London. This will help you to find a headshot photographer London that is located near you.
  • Look at their previous work – the next step is to look at examples of their professional headshots London. This will give you an idea of the type of work they do and how good they are.
  • Read reviews – before booking your headshots London, it’s important to read past customer reviews to see what they thought of the company’s services.
  • Arrange a meeting – the final thing you must do is arrange a meeting with the photographer. During this meeting, you not only need to discuss your requirements, but also things like costs.

A Short Guide To Headshot Photography

# 2. Choose the Correct Camera Lens

If you’ve decided to go it alone, one of the best tips we can give you to get a good headshot is to choose the correct camera lens. The lens you choose can have an enormous impact on the quality of your photograph. These are some of the best lenses for headshot photography:

  • 70-200mm zoom
  • 24-79mm zoom
  • 135mm fixed
  • 80mm fixed
  • 50mm fixed

A Short Guide To Headshot Photography

#3. Set Your Camera Up in Advance

Another great tip is to set your camera up in advance. This tip can save a great deal of time. Some of the things you need to do include:

  • Check to make sure the batteries are fully charged.
  • Make sure you’ve installed the memory card.
  • Make sure there is enough space on the memory card.
  • Check the camera settings, including exposure, white balance and shooting mode.
  • Ensure you have the right equipment,e.g., a tripod.

A Short Guide To Headshot Photography

# 4. Carefully Choose the Location

How many times have you seen headshots like this:the person is looking straight ahead into the camera. Directly behind them is a blank grey background. While these types of photographs are acceptable, they’re pretty boring. This makes itessential to consider your location before taking a headshot. And remember, a headshot doesn’t have to be taken in front of a blank background.

#5. Take Multiple Shots

It’s almost impossible to get a perfect picture on your first take. This means you must take multiple shots to find one with which you are happy.

As you can see, taking headshots isn’t as easy as it sounds. There’s so much to consider, from the location to the lighting, that it can feel overwhelming. Thankfully, there are people out there who can help. If you’ve tried the tips above but you’re still struggling to get a great photo, contact a professional headshot photographer. Although this will cost money, it will be worth it in the long run.


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Stunning sea life photos of whales, manatees and sharks shortlisted for ocean photography award

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STUNNING underwater snaps go further than the eye can sea – as they go up for gongs at a prestigious photo award.

Judges have been gushing over the aquatic art, which has been shortlisted for Oceanographic Magazine’s 2023 Ocean Photographer of the Year award.

The shortlist for Oceanographic Magazine’s 2023 Ocean Photographer of the Year award has been released - pictured here a deep sea diver

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The shortlist for Oceanographic Magazine’s 2023 Ocean Photographer of the Year award has been released – pictured here a deep sea diverCredit: Capture Media Agency
An inqusitive manatee perfectly positioned in front of the sun’s rays

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An inqusitive manatee perfectly positioned in front of the sun’s raysCredit: Capture Media Agency

The shots show the full spectrum of ocean life – from whales and manatees to a deep sea diver.

Finalist Sylvie Ayer, who captured a jaw-dropping close-up of a manatee, said: “It came close to look at me and was suddenly perfectly positioned in front of the sun’s rays.

“I hope this photo helps raise awareness of the need to protect these mammals.”

Divided across categories such as ‘Wildlife’, ‘Adventure’ and ‘Human Connection’, the overall winners of the contest are set to be announced in September.

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In 2020, more than 5,500 photos from dozens of countries were entered into the competition, capturing ravenous sharks, swimming dragons and even an octopus playing football.

Judge Alex Mustard said the entries featured “a real diversity of photos taken in waters from the polar oceans to the swimming pool.”

Frenchman Greg Lecouer bagged the “best of show” award with his snap of four crabeater seals dancing around a drifting iceberg.

Greg said of the image: “Massive and mysterious habitats, icebergs are dynamic kingdoms that support marine life.

“During an expedition in Antarctica Peninsula, we explored and documented the hidden face of this iceberg where crab-eater seals have taken up residence.”

Other shots commended by judges included a snap of Lemon shark pups lurking in mangroves and a tragic shot of a tuna fish tangled in a fishing net.

A snap snowing one fish eating another has been nominated for Oceanographic Magazine’s 2023 Ocean photographer of the year

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A snap snowing one fish eating another has been nominated for Oceanographic Magazine’s 2023 Ocean photographer of the yearCredit: Capture Media Agency
A picture of divers surrounding a whale shark has also been nominated

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A picture of divers surrounding a whale shark has also been nominatedCredit: Capture Media Agency
A photo of a mother and baby turtle walking along a sandy beach is also in the running

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A photo of a mother and baby turtle walking along a sandy beach is also in the runningCredit: Capture Media Agency
This picture of a lemon shark is among the nominees, too

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This picture of a lemon shark is among the nominees, tooCredit: Capture Media Agency
Could this picture of swirling sharks be the winner?

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Could this picture of swirling sharks be the winner?Credit: Capture Media Agency
This picture of a pair of penguins has been nominated for Oceanographic Magazine’s 2023 Ocean photographer of the year

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This picture of a pair of penguins has been nominated for Oceanographic Magazine’s 2023 Ocean photographer of the yearCredit: Capture Media Agency
A majestic turtle framed against the sun's rays from above

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A majestic turtle framed against the sun’s rays from aboveCredit: Capture Media Agency
Fishermen bring a shark they have snared ashore

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Fishermen bring a shark they have snared ashoreCredit: Capture Media Agency
This eerie snap shows a diver discovering human remains

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This eerie snap shows a diver discovering human remainsCredit: Capture Media Agency
This perfect capture of an undersea hunt has been nominated for Oceanographic Magazine’s 2023 Ocean photographer of the year

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This perfect capture of an undersea hunt has been nominated for Oceanographic Magazine’s 2023 Ocean photographer of the yearCredit: Capture Media Agency
A dancing whale

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A dancing whaleCredit: Capture Media Agency
A polar bear marches across an Arctic glacier

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A polar bear marches across an Arctic glacierCredit: Capture Media Agency
A sea bird bags a fish in an incredible underwater snap

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A sea bird bags a fish in an incredible underwater snapCredit: Capture Media Agency
A walrus enjoys a pier in the Netherlands

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A walrus enjoys a pier in the NetherlandsCredit: Capture Media Agency
A rare picture of a penguin 'in flight'

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A rare picture of a penguin ‘in flight’Credit: Capture Media Agency
A squad of turtles

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A squad of turtlesCredit: Capture Media Agency



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