There’s a lot of hype about the Leica Q (Typ 116) but when In Public’s Jesse Marlow takes it for a spin it’s worth a look. Jesse hits the Melbourne streets and talks about his love for street photography and how the Leica Q fits his shooting style. Hit the jump for the video and more.
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Garry Winogrand Is Not A Street Photographer
He’s one of the most prolific and well respected street shooters in history but Garry Winogrand hated the term “street photography” because it didn’t tell you anything about the photographer or their work. Garry talks about his methods and philosophy in this short video from 1982 and it’s a great way to get to know this enigmatic and polarizing figure. Hit the jump for the video and more on Garry Winogrand.
Hands-On With The Leica Q – It’s Not Horrible
I was pretty critical of the hype surrounding the Leica Q when it was announced yesterday. I mean, come on! The camera can’t be that good! Well, I got to record a hands-on first impression video with one today and I can safely say… It’s not horrible. Hit the jump for the video and my thoughts on Leica’s new wonder cam.
Video: Martin Parr On The Need For More Bad Photos
Legendary Magnum photographer Martin Parr took a break from documenting the curious habits of humans at play to talk with The Photography Show at NEC in Birmingham. His charming outlook is infectious and he talks about everything from the need for more bad photographs to propaganda and shooting with a telephoto lens. Hit the jump for the video!
David Alan Harvey TED Talk: Life Is Art
David Alan Harvey’s inspiring TED Talk touches on aspects of his childhood that led him towards a life of photography and it’s a candid look behind the viewfinder of one of the world’s greatest documentary photographers. His conversational speaking style makes his message approachable and endearing and it’d definitely worth a watch. Hit the jump for the full video.
Video: 3 Minutes Of Leica Porn (SFW)
Spring has sprung, the grass has riz. And here’s three minutes of unadulterated Leica porn from Magazine <B>. Totally SFW. Unless you work for Canon. Then you’re on your own. Hit the jump to watch the video.
Video: In Public’s Matt Stuart On Shooting With A Leica M
To mark the 60th anniversary of their iconic M camera system, Leica asked a number of photographers why they shoot with a Leica M. The most recent entry features In Public’s Matt Stuart and it’s interesting to hear this soft spoken man’s perspective on what many Leica shooters already know. Hit the jump to watch the video.
Observe Collective Slide Show From The Miami Street Photography Festival
Observe was the featured collective at this year’s Miami Street Photography Festival and members Chris Farling and Danielle Houghton were judges for the photo competition. The Observe Collective slide show was released as part of the festival and it’s a great introduction to this excellent group of street photographers. Hit the jump for the video.
Video: Magnum Photographer David Alan Harvey Takes A Picture Of His Cat
Magnum photographer David Alan Harvey stops in his driveway to share an important photo tip while taking a picture of his cat. It’s a tongue in cheek video but his tip is an important one for street photographers with or without a cat on hand. Hit the jump for the video.
Video: Mary Ellen Mark On Creating Iconic Photographs
Living legend Mary Ellen Mark talks about what it takes to create iconic photographs. The spot was created for Profoto and os am amazing opportunity to hear directly from one of the greatest documentary photographers of our era. Hit the jump for the video.