http://www.tzplanet.com/words The World of photography in one place. Articles about the craft of photography, the meaning of capturing light. Reviews of equipment, use of digital cameras, relevant tips and tricks, tutorials, philosophy of photography. Photography as an art. Digital photography as craft. Mon, 28 Apr 2008 23:05:18 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en If you are interested in photography (and I'm assuming so if you are reading this), and specially if you are more of the tech savvy kind of person, you are probably aware of a high number of photography podcasts. I know I am, and there is a list of ... http://www.tzplanet.com/words/photonetcast-is-here/77 This time, I've invited Martin Gommel to share with us what photography is / means to him. Martin is a freelance photographer, based in Karlsruhe, Germany. You probably know Martin from his blog Kwerfeldein (in German), where he shares some of his knowledge on photography. If you're not ... http://www.tzplanet.com/words/what-photography-is-and-means-by-martin-gommel/76 A good photoblog is usually something that is pleasing to visit, not only as a visual treat but also as a good source of inspiration. When the photoblog gathers work not only from one good photographer but from seven of them, then it turns into a place that you ... http://www.tzplanet.com/words/for-fine-art-photography-lovers-the-fine-art-photoblog/75 Sometimes I'm asked where do I find inspiration. Where do I find inspiration for my blog posts, but mainly for my photography. I think I can speak for many photographers when I say that inspiration in photography (and probably in everything else) usually comes in bursts. There are moments when ... http://www.tzplanet.com/words/35-amazing-photoblogs-35-amazing-photographers/74 Another set of inspirational photos from great photographers. This week, all from Flickr. So, if you're a Flickr member, go there and leave your comments.       Five Stars of the Week http://www.tzplanet.com/words/pick-of-the-week-photo-edition-jan-31-2008/68 The layout of a blog is perceived as the personal brand not only of the blog but of the blogger. In the beginning... In the beginning, and my very first attempt at serious blogging, this blog was dedicated to more "personal discharges" than photography, although already inserted on ... http://www.tzplanet.com/words/a-new-look-what-will-it-be/73 It's been so long since I distributed some link love, and more importantly directed my readers to some great articles around the photography blogs world, that this edition will go a little back than a week. Nonetheless, these are all great reads and teach something of value. So, here we ... http://www.tzplanet.com/words/pick-of-the-week-link-edition-jan-22-2008/72 I first saw this at the Digital Photography School and I found it so beautifully simple and yet important that I had to share it with my readers. Thomas Hawk shares 10+1 basic tips for all those starting with dSLR photography. Hats off for Thomas.     Any ... http://www.tzplanet.com/words/thomas-hawk-shares-101-golden-tips-for-dslr-photography/71 Just a heads-up on three very interesting projects that are open on the photography blogs community.   "Shoot Yourself" at Epic Edits, in cooperation with Martin from Kwerfeldein - You and your camera in one frame. Deadline: Jan 9th.   "It Ain't What You Got" from Neil Creek ... http://www.tzplanet.com/words/projects-galore/70 I'm feeling a bit weird writing about underwater photography knowing that it's freezing cold outside. Nevertheless, there are so many places where, by this time of the year, it's warm and the water is inviting for a dive. For those of you lucky enough to live in such ... http://www.tzplanet.com/words/underwater-photography-the-basics/69 Yesterday, I wrote about my considerations on buying or not some geotagging equipment. Later, I was going through the feeds on my reader that I had neglected for the past few days and read a piece by Brian where he mentions, in a parody kind of way (yeah Brian, you ... http://www.tzplanet.com/words/still-on-geotagging/67 I've recently considered investing in some Geotagging equipment. But, besides the cost factor, I'm still not overly convinced about the general benefits for my photography of such capabilities. But first things first... What is Geotagging? Geotagging is simply the process of including geographical information to the photographs, such as ... http://www.tzplanet.com/words/geotagging-is-it-worth-it/66 If you've read my last post, you know that Jim at JMG-Galleries had a nice photo project going on where he asked us to photograph something that was related to the little places where we live. 15 entries were submitted and bellow you can find the links to them ... http://www.tzplanet.com/words/in-your-own-backyard-the-results-plus-my-favorite/65 Last week, Jim from JMG-Galleries opened a very interesting project, "In Your Own Backyard", asking his readers to submit photos of something that is seen everyday, something that doesn't attract the eye anymore because, well, it's just there and is so much part of the "furniture" that usually there is ... http://www.tzplanet.com/words/in-my-own-backyard-contour/64 "In my mind's eye, I visualize how a particular . . . sight and feeling will appear on a print. If it excites me, there is a good chance it will make a good photograph. It is an intuitive sense, an ability that comes from a lot of practice." Ansel ... http://www.tzplanet.com/words/pick-of-the-week-photo-edition-nov-13th-2007/63