Tag: Portraits
Shadow & Light Monthly #70
Shadow & Light is a list of curated photography stories, features, techniques, news and inspiration that I’ve come across this month.
In this edition we explore at how one photographer explores the lingering effects of war and look at life inside one of El Salvador’s notorious prisons. We see a project exploring girls on the cusp of adulthood and see Tina Turner as you’ve never seen her before.
New Video: Behind the Scenes – Author Portrait Shoot, Gabor Szaba
I’ve just published a new behind-the-scenes video from a recent studio portrait session with author Gabor Szabo.
This shoot was part of the promotional materials for Gabor’s new book North East of Eden. The goal was to create a clean, expressive portrait that reflected the thoughtful, introspective tone of the book. We kept things simple and focussed, using controlled lighting to highlight Gabor’s features and allow his character to come through in the final image.
Shadow & Light Monthly #69
Shadow & Light is a list of curated photography stories, features, techniques, news and inspiration that I’ve come across this month.
In this edition we celebrate the glitz of the Disco era and see how one photographer is sparking conversation around antidepressants. We celebrate 10 years of creative aerial photography and look at the prolific career of a street photography legend.
Shadow & Light Monthly #68
Shadow & Light is a list of curated photography stories, features, techniques, news and inspiration that I’ve come across this month.
In this edition we dive into the stunning street photography of Finnish photographer Tommi Viitala and photographs from film director Wim Wenders that capture the moody Americana themes of his iconic films. We see how a group of photographers have paid homage to David Lynch and explore the rebellious Japanese rockabilly subculture.
Shadow & Light Monthly #67
Shadow & Light is a list of curated photography stories, features, techniques, news and inspiration that I’ve come across this month.
In this edition we take an authentic look at life in Brooklyn and overlooked communities in America’s heartland. We visit a Maine fishing village being forced to modernise and meet a prolific photo backdrop artist.
Shadow & Light Monthly #66
Shadow & Light is a list of curated photography stories, features, techniques, news and inspiration that I’ve come across this month.
In this edition we uncover the world of crime and poverty in Sicily and celebrate National Geographic’s ‘Pictures of the Year’. We take a look at the photographic work of Julian Lennon and get up close and personal with a humpback whale.
Family Photography – Best of 2024
I’ve been hugely lucky to have had the opportunity to work with some fantastic families again this year.
For the last few years I’ve posted my favourite family images from the year. I always really enjoy looking back on the images I’ve captured during the year, so as 2024 draws to a close I wanted to take the opportunity to take a look back at some of my favourite shots from family shoots this year.
Shadow & Light Monthly #65
Shadow & Light is a list of curated photography stories, features, techniques, news and inspiration that I’ve come across this month.
In this final edition of 2024 we look at the quirky facades of Japan’s Love Hotels and discover a man who took a Polaroid photo every day. We look at the beautiful work of Alex Webb and some beautiful black and white photography from the streets of Havana.
Bringing Family Connections to Life: My Work with Niemann-Pick UK (NPUK)
At the core of every charitable organisation lies the human stories that inspire its mission.
For Niemann-Pick UK (NPUK), a charity dedicated to supporting individuals and families affected by Niemann-Pick diseases, these stories are not just about resilience but also about enduring relationships built over time.
Shadow & Light Monthly #64
Shadow & Light is a list of curated photography stories, features, techniques, news and inspiration that I’ve come across this month.
In this edition we go behind the scenes with rock band Radiohead and discover the beauty of minimalist ocean photography. We take a look at America through the lens of Robert Frank and see how one photographer has recreated famous artworks using everyday objects.
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I'm Simon Wiffen, an award-winning photographer, husband, dog owner, record collector and dad of three.
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