Folk Photography: Postcards from American History
The postcard is losing its luster. As a medium of communication, and as a picture-letter showcasing one's home or travels abroad, it has fallen victim to the advancements in technology that allow us to send
Chris Burkard’s Tips for Taking Great Outdoor Photos
Photograph © Chris Burkard 2009. All Rights Reserved The latest episode of Advancing Your Photography (AYP) finds the Silber Studios team interviewing surf photography phenom Chris Burkard. At just 23, Burkard has had more success
How Music Can Save Your Photos: Tips by Matthew Jordan Smith
Matthew Jordan Smith has worked with some of the top names in entertainment including Halle Berry, Mandy Moore, and Oprah Winfrey. His love of photography and people goes beyond the studio and into projects including a book, Lost and
Documentary Photography: Behind Teru Kuwayama's Iraq and Afghanistan Photos
[photopress:022.jpg,full,centered] Photograph © Teru Kuwayama 2009. All Rights Reserved. In the latest episode of Advancing Your Photography (AYP), I interview photographer Teru Kuwayama, a veteran, well-traveled photographer who has made a name for himself as
The Quality of Light: an Interview with Photographer Camille Seaman
Photograph above © Camille Seaman 2009. All Rights Reserved. In the latest episode of Advancing Your Photography (AYP), I had the chance to interview artist and photographer Camille Seaman. Aside from having her work featured
Capturing Magic: an Interview with Photographer RJ Muna
[photopress:RJmuna_screen_shot.jpg,full,centered] In the latest episode of Marc Silber’s Photography Show, I interview accomplished dance and commercial photographer RJ Muna, who has made a career out of crafting innovative art. Aside from being a regular in
Tell A Story: An Interview with Photographer Baldomero Fernandez
Photograph © Baldomero Fernandez 2009. All Rights Reserved. In the latest episode of Marc Silber’s Photography Show, I interview famed fashion and portrait photographer Baldomero Fernandez. Baldomero's work has been featured in numerous magazines and
Defining a Word with an Image: Introducing the Photographic Dictionary
[photopress:ascent_joshmurfitt.jpg,full,centered] Submitted for the definition of 'Ascent.' Photo by Josh Murfitt If you could use images to define words, how would you communicate their meanings? That's the question behind a fascinating new experiment called The
Camera Concepts: the Nova DSLR
Image by Google Erin Fong's Nova DSLR Left-handed folks have long been passed-over when it comes to converting everyday devices to suit their needs, especially when it comes to cameras. But with photographer
National Geographic Photography Contest Showcases Images from Around the World
[photopress:ht_Elephant_Driver_091124_ssh.jpg,full,centered] An elephant driver goes for a swim. Photo courtesy of Cesare Naldi/National Geographic The National Geographic Society is one of the world's leading non-profit scientific and educational organizations in the world, whose general purpose
