Mobile Photography

A lot of this week has been tracked down to personal photography projects, how one dad found his niche and then his photography took off. Although you may be taking photos out on the street, their are some things you should know before hand. From there have you heard all the news about "moment" lenses?

Moment Lenses:

http://www.theverge.com/2014/1/14/5305940/moment-lenses-smartphone-camera-iphone-galaxy-kickstarter

These lenses will make smartphones even better. According to reports the wide-angle telephoto lense which are designed to act and work like a professional handheld camera. WIll these improve and act as the new pro-cameras?

7 Secrets Every Aspiring Street Photograpy Should Know:

http://digital-photography-school.com/7-secrets-every-aspiring-street-photographer-should-know

You may be no stranger to street photography, although some secrets are meant to be shared with other aspiring street photographers. You are not only capturing the people, but their surroundings. Shooting at a reasonably high ISO will also be the best bet you can manage.

Start A Personal Photography Project:

http://digital-photography-school.com/start-a-personal-photography-project

From 365 Photo Projects to the Personal variety, Dave Engledow proves that taking something to heart or something from the heart, can act as your niche to your profession. Even if you don't expect it, which ever project you choose, it can lead to an adventure that could gain you national attention for your work.

Together these articles help bring out the best in you are a photographer. Moment lenses may replace actual DSLR's, to secrets for the aspiring photographer that could prove those images make it to the front of the Flickr page. And keep that personal project in mind, it may lead you in the right direction. Keep coming back for the latest in Mobile Photography.

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!

The question is, can today's photographs be considered art, or simply millions of 'captures' of the mundane?

Will billions of new photographers achieve artistic greatness?

The rise and popularity of smartphone apps like Instagram, Picstitch, and Twitpic have sparked the age-old debate surrounding the artist, the artwork, and the medium. If every individual who owns of iPhone can download photography apps, splash on a filter, and call if art, have we reached the pinnacle of photographic degradation. Alternatively, have we finally achieved the complete democratization of photography?

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To roundup this week iPhones have gained some serious recognition for becoming the self portrait type. If you needed some ideas for growing your photography business, you'll like this infographic that brings to light what you need to do. And we welcome you to the new video series "SmugMug."

Ladibird Aims To Turn iPhones Into Serious Portraits:

http://petapixel.com/2014/01/09/ladibird-aims-turn-iphone-serious-portrait-camera/

Acting as an iPhone slip case, Ladibird is now a fully activated camera as a cleverly designed add-on. This mass production will start in July of this year. This will solve all of those selfie portraits that look less than professional and blurry.

Infographic Gives You Nine Ways to Grow Your Photography Business:

http://petapixel.com/2014/01/10/infographic-offers-nine-ways-grow-photography-business-2014/

With the start of 2014, it's good to have some sort of battle plan. This is part of a Business Plan WorkBook that you can easily receive by just giving your email address and the PDF file will be sent to you. The straight forward approach will help you to fine tune your own business.

Ben Von Wong Kicks off Inspirational Video Series from SmugMug:

http://petapixel.com/2014/01/14/ben-von-wong-kicks-inspirational-video-series-smugmug-style/

Inspiration was the key word for SmugMug, a new video series that will capture the lives of fascinating photographers. The first line of the article is what kept us reading on. Stating that sometimes the itnernet can lack that motivational feel. Starting with Ben Von Wong, you will see your own inspirational streak grow from what Wong has to say.

Ending this week, you will be better prepaired for selfies that will make you a professional. Ways to grow your business and involve yourself in the flow of marketing. And SmugMug gives you the push you need to make sure you can do exactly what you've dreamed.

2014 has brought Mobile Photography up to date and even more realistic endeavors. With the 365 project being a hit to iPhone street photography techniques. And even better apps but for this year, instead of last.

Jumpstart your 365 Photography Project:

http://digital-photography-school.com/jumpstart-photography-start-365-project

Starting the year off with a Photography Project sounds like a pretty good idea. To keep up those skills, instead of setting down the camera. Or you can do the 365 project by using Instagram. Whichever you prefer, this documentive state will allow you to capture moments in a day that you may not want to miss.

The Best Photography Apps: 2014 Edition

http://lifehacker.com/the-best-photography-apps-for-iphone-2014-edition-1496689753

Aviary and VSCO are the obvious leaders for the best some far, for 2014. Dropbox has been doing fairly well with the mobile world. If you need a list to point you in the right direction when it comes to apps. Check out these contenders.

iPhone Street Photography Techniques:

http://www.picturecorrect.com/tips/iphone-street-photography-techniques/

It's better now than ever to use street photography on your iPhone. Better yet, it is because of the iPhone that anyone can capture a moment at a second's notice. These tips will ensure that if you want to touch up the photo.

Rounding up this week, a photography project that would keep you on track for the whole year. Apps that you need to know and street photography techniques for your iPhone. Come back next week to see what we have for you.

This weekly round up has ended up with a few networking sites that allow you to send images through direct messaging. While on top of that, you have a holiday approaching just as quick, as the season that followed in pursuit. A Winter tutorial that will surely help you on your cold adventures.

Instagram has introduced something that will make many people happy. Without the embarrassing trend of photos, whether they are family or friends (and most likely you just want to show one person) popping up on your Instagram feed. You can now send that one horrifitic photo of some Uncle swimming in nothing but a speedo, to a few select people. Having the right to choose who you send what to, will ease a lot of minds.

http://venturebeat.com/2013/12/12/instagram-launches-instagram-direct-a-way-to-send-media-right-to-your-friends-instead-of-everyone/

It seems that Twitter and Snapchat may have had a bit of a battle. But Twitter swung back with its newest feature. Where you too can send pictures through a direct message. Take that Snapchat, what else do you have up your sleeve. With that in mind, maybe these direct messages will cut down on the majority of celebrity scandels that flourish on the networking site.

http://petapixel.com/2013/12/11/twitter-takes-aim-snapchats-market-now-lets-send-photos-direct-messages/#more-126877

And certainly it can help knowing a bit more about Winter Photography. Or at least a tutorial, that involves the season. Because coping with contrast will be your biggest venture, all that brightness with a sudden shock of shadow, may make your head spin. But if you can at least get a handle on that, you'll be good to go. So here are ten tips on what to look for...

http://www.ephotozine.com/article/ten-top-winter-photography-tutorials-20236

As we close out this round up, networking sites have started a trend with sending images via direct message. Saving a lot of us the hassle of seeing that one photo...really no one wants to see. So maybe this will help clean up the feed a bit. Then if you don't mind the chill, trekking out into wintery abyss, you'll have the tips you need to capture that winter wonderland moment. Come back for more next week!

While this year comes to a steady end the next has already so many promises in the Mobile world. This week has offered us a clear representation of what 2013 held for us, how Gifs can now be an image we hold in our hands. And how VSCO made Android come alive...more than ever.

If we look but at this year, we can clearly state that it was the year of camera's that where built inside of our mobile phones. How our pockets became a holder for this machine and how the images we've captured could be the ultimate scrapbook. What was so interesting was even how journalism has been renamed Mobile Journalism, Time Magazine issued that the people they sent out in the field. That during Hurricane Sandy, one of the moble images made the front cover and they constantly kept everyone updated by posting straight to the web. Take a look at what this year has built with the use of Mobile Photography.

http://www.istockphoto.com/article_view.php?ID=1501

Gifpop has gone live, after starting a race on Kickstarter, it has the components to be a reality. All the while hitting the Kickstarter deadline...which hasn't been achieved before. This lenticular printing, which you may think looks familiar. Because these "holograms" made for children's cards and toys. The cost will depend on the size of the image you want it to be, but this physical card could make for a unique Christmas gift.

http://www.popphoto.com/news/2013/12/gifpop-goes-live-will-print-your-gifs

The Play Store has released the VSCO Cam for you Android users. If you thought about taking your photography to the next level, by all means test this app out. Your photography may gain ground by becoming professional within no time. VSCO was invented for photo editing, with its close relationship with Lightroom and Aperture, so the excitement of this app has not been stretched too far about what it is all about.

http://www.popphoto.com/news/2013/12/gifpop-goes-live-will-print-your-gifs

As this weekly round up has your gears rotating. The information about how 2013 could simply be one of the most innovative years...what does 2014 have in store? Along with Gifpop being one of the more out of this world's coolest ideas, what will you Gifpop to immortalization? And for the finale...(just for this week that is) VSCO may make you cry by how wonderful your camera phone responds to it. Stay tuned for what next week will bring us.