Erick Espinosa Photography

of the desert, sea and sand.this was taken last 17th of May. a...

Wed, 22 May 2013 14:26:00 -0400

of the desert, sea and sand.

this was taken last 17th of May. a clear morning sky. a calm quiet sea. and an almost zero visibility sandstorm. all happened within a span of an hour.

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hullo Flickr. i love your new...

Tue, 21 May 2013 00:42:07 -0400

hullo Flickr. i love your new look.

http://www.flickr.com/photos/epfi/

Body ScapesThroughout the years, the human figure has been...

Sat, 18 May 2013 03:24:53 -0400

Body Scapes
Throughout the years, the human figure has been envisioned and represented in every medium imaginable. Much has been explored in different forms of art, especially in photography. Nudity is where most photographers would like to delve into, and it doesn’t come as a surprise for there is no limit to the beauty found in the human body. The owner of the body may get old, the human figure, as a subject, doesn’t.

They say that if we want to prove the existence of God, look at nature and witness the innumerable beauty of his creations. That same idea inspired me to try nude photography. One can search for beauty anywhere, but I need not go very far; I choose to seek beauty in the many facets of the human figure. That though there may be a thin line separating art and pornography, I want my images to go far beyond an interpretation of another graceful figure. Nudity is not something to be ashamed of, but it is not something to be exploited either.

I will try to move away from the stereotypical view that nudity can only mean sexuality. By using photography as a medium, there can be no shortage of imagination and vision. I want my photographs to be sensual, not sexual; to allure and not to titillate. Ultimately, I want them to exude surrealistic emotional response, of uncertainty and mystery. Let it baffle and intrigue. Let it evoke human imagination, so that what they look like will be more powerful than what they are. I want something that can challenge and startle the viewer’s eyes while allowing it to embrace the unfamiliar and ambiguous. Let this be a personal affair, a visual relationship between the subject and the viewers.

I know I’m a far cry from being an expert. I’m not here to give you pointers or discuss the benchmarks on how to consider a nude shot as a fine art because I have a lot more to learn myself, and a long way to go. But I believe—you’ll know it when you see it. This is my first take on bodyscapes. Let it be my tribute to the enduring beauty of the human form.

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http://erickespinosaphotography.com/?gallery=bodyscapes

Testing – Voigtlander 35mm 1.2 II I, for one, have to admit...

Thu, 16 May 2013 05:03:00 -0400

Testing – Voigtlander 35mm 1.2 II

I, for one, have to admit that one of the best reasons for buying a Leica Camera is the idea of pairing it with a Leica lens. And, after tinkering with the idea of selling all my other photography gears to buy a Leica M9, I know for a fact that I won’t able to buy a Leica lens (for now). And I would also have to settle for just one third-party lens (for now). Then the long debated question exists, “If I would have a Leica M9, what one lens would I use?”

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nationalgeographicdaily: Quarry Bay, Hong KongPhoto: Romain...

Tue, 14 May 2013 02:25:32 -0400

nationalgeographicdaily:

Quarry Bay, Hong Kong
Photo: Romain Jacquet-Lagreze

Long Exposure Test for Leica M9 all shots are SOOC. (except, of...

Thu, 09 May 2013 13:28:00 -0400

Long Exposure Test for Leica M9

all shots are SOOC. (except, of course, for watermark)

M9 does well on long exposures. ISO used was mainly ISO 80, but I tried some photos with ISO 400 and the noises were still acceptable.

The only thing I hate about this was the amount of time the M9 takes to “reduce the noise” during the processing of the photo. Since these were “long” exposures, around 16 secs for most of my night shots, the photo processing also took a “long” time.

Based on that night’s experience, the “photo processing” slash “reducing the noise” took the same amount of time as the exposure time. If I would expose my image for 16 secs, the M9 also takes the same amount of time to process that image. In my standard, and me being a patient man, that is TOO LONG. I don’t know if it’s about the type of SD card I’m using or because some of the images were in DNG files. But still, compared to most modern SLRs, that was like a snail’s pace.

But once again, after that; lo and behold, the images were sharp even at 100% crop. The noises were very minimal and the colors were alive and vivid. Yes, patience is a virtue.

photojojo: Teresa Franco’s Tips for Shooting Macros on Your...

Wed, 08 May 2013 02:11:28 -0400

photojojo:

Teresa Franco’s Tips for Shooting Macros on Your Phone

When Teresa’s not studying up for her nursing degree, she’s chasing grasshoppers and fungi to get the best macro photos ever.

We asked her what her favorite apps, lenses, and tips were for getting such great shots & she has so many good recs!

Check out her macro phoneography tips.

nationalgeographicdaily: Sadhu, IndiaPhoto: Massimiliano...

Wed, 08 May 2013 02:09:03 -0400

nationalgeographicdaily:

Sadhu, India
Photo: Massimiliano Sticca

THE TEST SHOTS on LEICA-M9 So last friday, I did a test shoot...

Sat, 04 May 2013 03:40:00 -0400

THE TEST SHOTS on LEICA-M9

So last friday, I did a test shoot (photowalk) using my Leica M9. It was my first time to use a rangefinder, a first time to use manual focusing, a first time to use an M.

It was difficult at first, but once you get the hang of it, it’s definitely worth it.

The images captured using M9 (even at F1.2) can also be achieved with most SLRs. The ISO was good, but not that great considering its worth. The LCD, compared to high end DSLR, left a lot to be desired . The aperture priority was such a tricky thing to control.

But what makes it more enjoyable than the common SLR is the way you use it. How you get back in control of everything. How fast can you make a shot (since it’s not auto-focusing). And how it seems like no one is noticing you taking pictures of them. I may sound like Kai (Wong), but trading my SLR for an M9 was a fucking good choice.

A car can get you from one point to another. But if you have a choice between a Peugeot and a Ferrari, don’t tell me that you won’t take the prancing horse.

matt-fry: River by matt fry •••the set consists of 7 individual...

Fri, 03 May 2013 03:00:21 -0400

matt-fry:

River by matt fry

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the set consists of 7 individual photos set to comprise a single portrait.
photographed with a Pentax 67.

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Sharon Johnstone - Macro (2012)

Wed, 01 May 2013 02:24:53 -0400

Sharon Johnstone - Macro (2012)

i’m no longer a canonista. my newest baby.Leica M9 with...

Sun, 28 Apr 2013 16:07:06 -0400

i’m no longer a canonista. my newest baby.
Leica M9 with Voigtlander 35mm F1.2

shot at Full 1.2 aperture

Shipwreck in the Red Sea

Mon, 22 Apr 2013 03:40:08 -0400

Shipwreck in the Red Sea

photojojo: Take a tour through the countryside of Burma with...

Sun, 31 Mar 2013 15:43:40 -0400

photojojo:

Take a tour through the countryside of Burma with American photographer Monica Denevan. Her perfectly composed black and white portraits are filled with emotion and sheer intensity. To put it bluntly, you won’t be disappointed.

Visit Burma’s Countryside in these Superb Photos

via Fubiz