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12 Tips for Self-Portrait Photography (+ Examples)

Self-portrait photography can be both a creative outlet and a challenge, focusing on equipment and techniques improves the quality of images.
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An Artist Whose Subjects Step Out of His Paintings

The pop-up exhibition 'Hello Stranger' showcases 32 oil portraits of eccentric New Yorkers, allowing commuters to interact with the subjects of the art.

Video. From Kosovo with love, mosaic artist honours Trump and Harris

Pozhegu uses beans and grains to create art, reflecting cultural themes between the US and Kosovo.

Van Gogh exhibitions coming up in 2025: the global programme revealed

Van Gogh exhibitions continue to thrive, offering audiences a deep connection with his work despite the challenge of sourcing loans.

Juxtapoz Magazine - Collins Obijiaku: Atlantic @ Roberts Projects, Los Angeles

The series 'Atlantic' by Collins Obijiaku encapsulates his profound first encounter with the ocean, merging human identity with its transformative essence.

Amy Sherald, Brazen Optimist

Amy Sherald directs her paintings like a filmmaker, inventing subjects to convey personal narratives, showcasing deep themes through her work.

Alberto Tandoi walked 400km across London and photographed all of the people who caught his eye

Alberto Tandoi's '400km' photobook showcases spontaneous portraits of London's diverse street style, emphasizing the silent stories behind each image.

An Artist Whose Subjects Step Out of His Paintings

The pop-up exhibition 'Hello Stranger' showcases 32 oil portraits of eccentric New Yorkers, allowing commuters to interact with the subjects of the art.

Video. From Kosovo with love, mosaic artist honours Trump and Harris

Pozhegu uses beans and grains to create art, reflecting cultural themes between the US and Kosovo.

Van Gogh exhibitions coming up in 2025: the global programme revealed

Van Gogh exhibitions continue to thrive, offering audiences a deep connection with his work despite the challenge of sourcing loans.

Juxtapoz Magazine - Collins Obijiaku: Atlantic @ Roberts Projects, Los Angeles

The series 'Atlantic' by Collins Obijiaku encapsulates his profound first encounter with the ocean, merging human identity with its transformative essence.

Amy Sherald, Brazen Optimist

Amy Sherald directs her paintings like a filmmaker, inventing subjects to convey personal narratives, showcasing deep themes through her work.

Alberto Tandoi walked 400km across London and photographed all of the people who caught his eye

Alberto Tandoi's '400km' photobook showcases spontaneous portraits of London's diverse street style, emphasizing the silent stories behind each image.
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Juliet Klottrup shines a light on the cultural heritage and collective strength of the UK's Travelling community

Juliet aims to document and celebrate the heritage of Travelling communities through contemporary photography and film.

Beauty Dish Photography: The Essential Guide (+ 5 Lighting Setups)

Beauty dishes are ideal for portrait photography, providing soft yet focused light that enhances facial features and textures.

Gritty Portraits of London's Queer Community

Photographer Evan Purdy captures his gender non-conforming community in large format darkroom prints, with proceeds going to LGBTQ+ charities.
Purdy's portraits bridge the gap between documentary and fashion photography, capturing an authentic version of his subjects.

8 Tips for Sharp Portrait Photography (+ Examples)

Using the correct shutter speed and focusing techniques can significantly improve your portrait photography.

Five tips for taking better photos with your cell phone

Change your point of view to make your photos more interesting.
Use portrait mode for people and pets to create a shallow depth of field.

A Decade-Spanning Portrait of the Chelsea Hotel Crowd

Tony Notarberardino lived in Chelsea Hotel for three decades, capturing over 100 images of people in his photographic series
His project features portraits taken on the same corner near his living room, showcasing a diverse range of individuals

Juliet Klottrup shines a light on the cultural heritage and collective strength of the UK's Travelling community

Juliet aims to document and celebrate the heritage of Travelling communities through contemporary photography and film.

Beauty Dish Photography: The Essential Guide (+ 5 Lighting Setups)

Beauty dishes are ideal for portrait photography, providing soft yet focused light that enhances facial features and textures.

Gritty Portraits of London's Queer Community

Photographer Evan Purdy captures his gender non-conforming community in large format darkroom prints, with proceeds going to LGBTQ+ charities.
Purdy's portraits bridge the gap between documentary and fashion photography, capturing an authentic version of his subjects.

8 Tips for Sharp Portrait Photography (+ Examples)

Using the correct shutter speed and focusing techniques can significantly improve your portrait photography.

Five tips for taking better photos with your cell phone

Change your point of view to make your photos more interesting.
Use portrait mode for people and pets to create a shallow depth of field.

A Decade-Spanning Portrait of the Chelsea Hotel Crowd

Tony Notarberardino lived in Chelsea Hotel for three decades, capturing over 100 images of people in his photographic series
His project features portraits taken on the same corner near his living room, showcasing a diverse range of individuals
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Van Gogh's postman: the artist's favourite portrait subject to be explored in Boston and Amsterdam shows

Van Gogh painted 23 portraits of Joseph Roulin and his family, signifying their deep friendship and Roulin's importance in the artist's life.

Van Gogh: Poets and Lovers review a riveting rollercoaster ride from Arles to the stars

Van Gogh's extraordinary art transcends ordinary observation, capturing the romantic essence of his subjects rather than the prosaic truth of their lives.

Juxtapoz Magazine - Reginald O'Neal: Souled Out

O'Neal's exhibition critiques the objectification of Black culture through painted portraits of altered porcelain figurines, illuminating themes of commodification and exploitation.

Van Gogh's postman: the artist's favourite portrait subject to be explored in Boston and Amsterdam shows

Van Gogh painted 23 portraits of Joseph Roulin and his family, signifying their deep friendship and Roulin's importance in the artist's life.

Van Gogh: Poets and Lovers review a riveting rollercoaster ride from Arles to the stars

Van Gogh's extraordinary art transcends ordinary observation, capturing the romantic essence of his subjects rather than the prosaic truth of their lives.

Juxtapoz Magazine - Reginald O'Neal: Souled Out

O'Neal's exhibition critiques the objectification of Black culture through painted portraits of altered porcelain figurines, illuminating themes of commodification and exploitation.
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Stunning Photographs British Punks in the 1980s by Shirley Baker

Shirley Baker captured portraits of punks in the 1980s, focusing on everyday life over the famous.

Rankin's 8-step process for smartphone photography success

Use the best camera phone for creative portraits. Rankin recommends the Honor 200 Pro with powerful AI and filters for studio-quality results.

Sensual and Intricate Portraits by Irina Nikolaeva

Irina Nikolaeva (Irina Nart) is a talented freelance illustrator known for creating beautiful and engaging portraits.

Too bald, too mad, too red How royal portraits get it so wrong

Portraits of influential figures symbolize power and mortality, creating a ceremonial and somewhat morbid atmosphere.

Black and White Photography: A Beginner's Guide to Getting Started

Black and white photography is an art form that can help photographers become better at seeing key elements like contrast, texture, and shape.
Subjects that work well in black and white include landscapes and portraits.

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Anthropics PortraitPro review: Photoshop editing tools on steroids

PortraitPro uses AI for advanced photo editing tasks with easy-to-use sliders, especially suitable for retouching portraits.
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'Viscerally real': a Caravaggio painting provides inspiration for a newly translated novel

Caravaggio's detailed portraits captured realistic features without preparatory drawings, making his subjects unforgettable.

Katherine Parr: power, patronage and the first full-length portrait of an English queen

Six Lives: The Stories of Henry VIII's Queens gives a broader cultural viewpoint on Henry VIII's wives beyond their tragic ends.

Bogart, Dietrich, Keaton: faces from Hollywood's golden years in pictures

Bringing together Hollywood portraits from 1920 to 1960 showcasing iconic stars and moments.
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