Style & Technique

@jorgebscomm for @empowervmedia * W elcome back to exploring the limitless landscapes of "Style and Technique Photography Genres"! Today, we turn our lenses towards a realm where technical mastery dances with artistic vision, where emotions whisper through captured moments, and where the very act of creation transcends mere documentation. We step into the captivating world of Fine Art Photography. Edward Steichen: Gloria Swanson (1924) A Brushstroke with Light Fine art photography boasts a rich history intertwined with the evolution of the medium itself. Early pioneers like Alfred Stieglitz and Edward Steichen challenged the utilitarian view of photography, imbuing their images with depth of emotion and symbolic power. They experimented with composition, lighting, and printing techniques, blurring the lines between photography and other art forms like painting and sculpture. Contemporary Expressions The tapestry of fine art photography flourishes with diverse contemporary ...

@jorgebscomm for @empowervmedia * W elcome to the world of Style and Technique Photography Genres , a realm where artistic vision transcends mere documentation. Here, we embark on a journey to explore the diverse landscape of photographic expression, venturing beyond genre boundaries to discover the unique ways photographers use style and technique to shape their vision and tell their stories. "Layers and Light".  📷:  Jorge Oliveira Defining the Scope Style and Technique encompass the myriad choices photographers make beyond subject matter. These choices include composition, lighting, colour and contrast, texture and depth, and abstraction (Barthes, 1981; Sontag, 1977) . Mastering these elements allows photographers to create visually compelling images that evoke emotions and tell stories. Delving into the History The exploration of style and technique in photography has intertwined with the medium's own evolution. Early pioneers like the Pictorialists used soft focus...