Studio Induction Session

If you wish to use the Photographic Studio in C18 sign up for a Studio Induction with Mary Weinberger on Wednesday lunchtimes.

Capturing Americans through a lens

For decades, Robert Bergman has travelled around America with his camera capturing what he describes as: "The humanity of the people he meets."

The result has been an impressive body of work that is now on display in three solo exhibits.

In this first person account, he talks about his career and the people he has captured through his camera lens.

http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/programmes/world_news_america/8415342.stm

New project run by The Photographers Gallery - for all budding street photographers.

Get set a mission each week - and upload your image to take part in the challenge.

For more information - click here.

Exhibition at Snow Hill, Birmingham

September 30 - 21 November 2010

For more info - click here.

Digital Photography 1 on 1: Episode 3

Tutorial Video
The first in a 3 episode series to help answer the question, "What should I buy?" Basic principles of light are discussed in this episode.



Extension Activity

If you are interested in using studio lighting then watch the following episodes.
NOTE: We are not suggesting that you need to buy any equipment - however these videos give you a very good low-down on studio equipment.

Henri Cartier Bresson's lens on the world

Peter Galassi, chief curator of photography at New York's Museum of Modern Art, talks about Henri Cartier Bresson, the man whose camera left such an enduring mark.

For decades, Bresson travelled the globe capturing different cultures through his camera lens, and his iconic photos established him as one of the 20th century's great photojournalists.

http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/programmes/world_news_america/8679164.stm

How to take stunning photographs
TV series on Channel 5
Tuesday nights at 7.30pm

For more about the programme and the featured photographers - click here.

Missed an episode - watch online - click here

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Studio Inductions

Start Wednesday 22 September
In C18
1.35pm - 2.35pm
See Mary for details.

Remember you must complete a studio induction before you can use the studio.

Eadweard Muybridge

Tate Britain 8 September 2010 – 16 January 2011

At Tate Britain

Entrance fee applies

For more info - click here.

Digital Photography 1 on 1: Episode 2

Tutorial Video
In this episode Mark describes the two types of light meters. He answers the questions, "What meter should I buy?" and "How do I use a light meter?"

The pioneer of photography

During the early days of photography, Eadweard Muybridge used multiple cameras to capture motion, changing the way we see movement forever.

http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/programmes/world_news_america/8695128.stm

How to Take Stunning Pictures

New series on Channel 5

Tuesday nights at 7.30pm

Photography masterclass presented by Suzi Perry. Celebrity photographer Harry Borden instructs two budding snappers in how to turn simple snapshots of friends and family into stunning portraits. Harry's students are then put to the test with assignments that include producing a heroic portrait for the Help for Heroes charity.

Wanted - Year 13 Photography Students to be paparazzi photographers for the evening.

A new local business needs photographers for Friday 17th September 2010 between 8pm - 10pm to photograph clients at a local nightclub.

If you are interested let Andrea know asap.

NB Long Road Photography is not responsible for any negotations regarding payment for this work.

Digital Photography 1 on 1: Episode 1

Tutorial video
In this episode Mark explains how the shutter works, shutter sync, and how to control the ambient light exposure while using a flash. Visit us online at: www.snapfactory.com

Saudi women photograph their world

Until a few years ago, taking photographs in public was banned in Saudi Arabia.

Now a group of women Saudi photographers have released a new book and staged an exhibition in Washington, offering a unique glimpse inside their culture.

http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/programmes/world_news_america/8899583.stm

Welcome to all our new Year 12 students.

Hope you had a fantastic summer break and are looking forward to studying Photography with us.

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The Photo Team

Edward Weston Exhibition at Chris Beetles Art Gallery 8 & 10 Ryder St
St James's
London SW1Y 6QB

8th September - 25th September 2010

For more info click here.