M Magazine Issue 2 has been released in print as well as the free online and app editions. M Magazine is an ad-free publication that showcases the work of Leica photographers with images and thought provoking interviews. Hit the jump for more information!
Street Photography News
Interview: Jeffrey Goldstein On Why He’s Suing Vivian Maier’s Estate
The Vivian Maier story has taken another ironic turn as Jeffrey Goldstein (who once owned the second largest collection of Vivian Maier negatives) has filed suit against the Vivian Maier Estate. The lawsuit is puts a dollar value on the work he has done if he’s forced to turn over his remaining assets to the estate. We talked to Jeffrey to find out why he filed the suit and what he sees coming next in the Vivian Maier story. Hit the jump for the interview!
New Leica Monochrom (Typ 246) DNG Files Will Break Apple Photos App
Leica has issued a service advisory for a compatibility issue between the new Monochrom (Typ 246) and Apple’s Photos App. Attempting to load any DNG files from the new Leica Monochrom into the Photos App will cause the library to crash continually with the potential loss of all files! Hit the jump for more info.
Magnum MasterClass At Contact 2015 – UPDATED!
Single images are great for conveying the moment but true story tellers look to groups of images to deliver a stronger message. The Magnum Photos Editing Masterclass in Toronto will take your sequencing and story telling skills to the next level with with the help of acclaimed Magnum photographers Michael Christopher Brown, Mark Power, and Larry Towell. Hit the jump for more information on this once in a lifetime opportunity.
Leica Sale – US Customers Save 12% On Most Leica Gear
Hot on the heels of the Leica Monochrom announcement, Leica USA has announced a 12% savings on virtually everything they sell until May 31, 2015. The Leica sale is for US customers only and does not include the new Monochrom or special edition cameras and lenses. Hit the jump for more info.
New Leica Monochrom Is Basically An M-P Only Black And Whitier
The new Leica Monochrom (Typ 246) has been announced and will be available in stores on May 7, 2015 for $7450 USD. By the look of things it’s just a black chrome version of the Leica M-P with a black and white only sensor. Is this Leica’s next classic rangefinder that every street shooter will want to own? Hit the jump for more details.
VSCO Tri-X Preset Now Free In VSCO Film 00 Starter Pack
The VSCO Tri-X preset is widely regarded as one of the best ways to simulate the classic Kodak black and white film and now it’s free! Visual Supply Co. is giving away their two most popular presets (Tri-X and Kodak Gold 100) in the new VSCO Film 00 Starter Pack. Did I mention it’s free? Hit the jump for more info.
Swedish Photographer Lars Tunbjörk Passes Away At Age 59
The photography world lost one of its greats this week when Swedish photographer Lars Tunbjörk passed away at the age of 59. His seminal book Office perfectly captured the chaos and alienation of modern office life while his images ride the delicate line between documentary and street photography. Hit the jump for more.
Eric Kim Street Photography Workshop Changes One Student’s Life
When Francis Fan registered for the Eric Kim workshop in Toronto, Canada he was looking forward to a weekend of shooting and critiques to help him improve his photography. But he had no idea how this workshop would change his life. Hit the jump to see the video!
Governor Vetoes Arkansas Privacy Bill, Street Photography Still Legal In State
Arkansas Governeor Asa Hutchinson vetoed the state’s controversial “Personal Rights Protection Act” that would force street photographers to get written permission from strangers they photograph. The photography world reacted swiftly in condemning the bill and it’s good to see the governor did the right thing. Hit the jump for more details.