Fall 2017 / Vol. 39 / No. 4
Lynn Saville: Urban Nightscapes ”” Interview with Michael “Nick” Nichols ”” Profile: Stephanie Flack ”” Portfolios
After Hours With LYNN SAVILLE
“Ferris Wheel from the Tuileries.” Paris, France, 1999. From Acquainted with the Night. © LYNN SAVILLE Cities often take on an extra air of excitement and mystery at night. For years, Lynn Saville has explored the intrigue of places after dark with her camera. Her images have been published in three monographs. Acquainted with [...]
STEPHANIE FLACK: “WONDERLUST”
Votive Offering. India, 2001 © STEPHANIE FLACK They were holding signs in both Kashmiri and English, demonstrating for “Education for all,” their faces projecting the power of their intent, underscoring the message on their signs. “Knowledge is power.” “Education is success of life.” It was 2006 and photographer Stephanie Flack was in Kashmir, attending [...]
MICHAEL “NICK” NICHOLS: Photographing What No One Else Dares Try
Vumbi pride (robot-camera photograph), Serengeti National Park, Tanzania, 2011; from A Wild Life (Aperture, 2017) © MICHAEL NICHOLS / NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC CREATIVE Photojournalist Michael “Nick” Nichols is known as a photographer who takes on assignments no other photographer would consider. He began his career photographing deep caves for GEO magazine in 1979. Three years [...]
Updated Tamron Lens Offerings
Marycarmen Lopez. Image taken with the Tamron SP 70-200 F2.8 Di VC USD G2 lens. © HERNAN RODRIGUEZ Tamron is a leading optics manufacturer whose lenses are compatible with major camera brands. Their recently updated lineup of SP series lenses includes the SP 70-200mm f/2.8 Di VC USD G2 (Model A025), a telephoto zoom; [...]
Sigma 14mm and 135mm T2 Cine Prime Lenses
Two new cine lenses, the Sigma 14mm T2 FF and 135mm T2 FF, are now available. These high-speed cine prime lenses are available for EF, E and PL mounts. The Sigma 14mm T2 FF Cine Prime lens offers an incredibly fast T2 at this ultra-wide angle focal length for full frame sensors. The Sigma 135mm [...]
MindShift Gear’s Photocross Adventure Photography Bags
With rugged materials and faceted design, MindShift Gear's new PhotoCross sling bags are built to withstand the elements, yet are comfortable enough to wear on long days in the field. They stay out of the way when scrambling but offer quick camera access when ready to take the shot. Featuring weatherproof zippers and abrasion-resistant materials, [...]
Two New DSLR Cameras from Canon
The new Canon EOS 6D Mark II and EOS Rebel SL2 DSLR cameras are designed for advanced-amateur and entry level photographers, respectively. The EOS 6D Mark II is ideal for budding photographers looking to step up to Full- Frame DSLR cameras. Its benefits include a 26.2 Megapixel Full-frame CMOS sensor, DIGIC 7 Image Processor, ISO [...]
New Full-Frame Telephoto Zoom Lens from Nikon
Nikon's first full-frame AF-P lens, the AF-P NIKKOR 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6E ED VR, features enhanced Vibration Reduction (VR) image stabilization and integrates a stepping motor for fast and quiet AF performance. It's a versatile, compact telephoto option for intermediate FX and DX-format photographers looking to capture sports, wildlife, travel and other subjects at long distances, with [...]
Summer 2017 / Vol. 39 / No. 3
Conversation with Surf Photographer Chris Burkard ”” Ben Huff's Alaska: Another North ”” Paco Chuquiure Tells a Human Story ”” Winners: 37th Annual College & High School Photography Contest