As the first week of the New Year wraps up, it almost seems as if the year is flying by too fast. Well if you feel the same way, hopefully the images from around the world, once the New Year rung in...will ease your mind. But all the while if you have any problem with scouting out locations for a portrait shot or even if you decide to take your photography an edge further. Keep reading to see what we have in store for you!
Amazing New Year's Images From Around the World:
http://www.huffingtonpost.ca/2013/12/31/2014-new-years-photos_n_4526099.html
2014 came in like an explosion. Every year brings some new interesting images but this year takes the cake. Maybe with the recent issue's in these past 12 months, it really seems that everyone decided to take a vacation and photograph everything, while in the process. Kiev, Ukraine shows a massive crowd that would make anyone's jaw drop. Have you shared your New Year's photos to the world, yet?
How to Scout Out Locations for a Portrait Shot:
http://digital-photography-school.com/how-to-scout-for-portrait-shooting-locations
Having a traditional white background or a soild colored background, is easy to say the least. The hard part is if you want to shoot a portrait in a location, opened to the wild. Where should you go? What kind of available light will I need? Will this fit the personality of the person? Check this article to narrow down exactly what you'll need.
Taking Photography to the Extreme:
www.globaltimes.cn/content/835251.shtml
Rock Climbing Photography, this isn't exactly a big hit but you do have to have nerves of steal. Extreme Photography may be the newest idea for this year, maybe everyone has become tired of all those Instagram shots of foods or even the selfie. Zhao Jungang, who combined two of his loves (photography and rock climbing) has taught us one lesson: That stepping out of the box is not only exhilarating but it should be done more often.
Wrapping up this week is far from over, take these weekly roundups as a guide or even a project to get out there and accomplish what you want to show in your images. Be bold in Zhao Jungang's opinion, search for a great location and share with the world your traditions and celebrations. Come back next week for more!