INSPIRATIONAL PHOTO OF THE DAY From the photographer: “Sunset with the Grand Tetons Reflected in Schwabachers Landing Beaver Ponds in Grand Teton National Park in Wyoming” FEC Editor’s Notes: Randall Hodges does not alter his work. He considers himself an “All in Camera Shooter” as he waits for the right light and color. Using “Old School […]
INSPIRATIONAL PHOTO OF THE DAY From the photographer: “I’ve seen many pictures of Jellyfish taken at various aquariums but never had the opportunity to take one myself until a few weeks ago. This particular group swim around in a 12 foot high cylinder of water that is view-able from all sides. Ambient light comes from all […]
INSPIRATIONAL PHOTO OF THE DAY Notes from the Photographer: The Southern California Timing Association (SCTA) organizes Speed Week every year, they’re the officiating body for the land speed records set at Bonneville Speed Week. We have worked with them in years past, like the image above. In 2018, we again have the privilege to hold a […]
INSPIRATIONAL PHOTO OF THE DAY From the photographer: “I follow the ocean moods and try to capture special moments. I live locally and was a career lifeguard for 44 years on both coasts of the U.S. This is one of many in a series at the same location during different lighting and surf conditions. This […]
INSPIRATIONAL PHOTO OF THE DAY FEC Editor’s Notes: On a recent trip to Alaska, photographer Lyn Lindberg captured the path of a once-active glacier. Leaving a mineral-rich path, the brush has finally starting to grow and give back to the land where a glacier once made it’s way through. Fun fact about glaciers: they store […]
INSPIRATIONAL PHOTO OF THE DAY FEC Editor’s Notes: During a fitness shoot at the the Hilton Resort Swimming Pool in Dubai, Photographer Corey Matthews captured this great image! Great work on seeing the lighting and capturing it to create such a mood! Photo By Corey Matthews on FisheyeConnect.com Want to learn more?? Check out the podcast! Missed a […]
INSPIRATIONAL PHOTO OF THE DAY FEC Editor’s Notes: A lot of people think black and whites don’t belong in landscapes. Photographer Mark Maio is living proof this is not the case. A Few words from Mark, “Ranked as one of the most beautiful locations in Scotland – perfect for star gazing and northern lights, rugged […]
INSPIRATIONAL PHOTO OF THE DAY FEC Editor’s Notes:This image is from Arthur Meyerson’s sold out book, The Color of Light. Meyerson always amazes with how he not only views, but captures light. Taken in 1995 in White Sands new Mexico, it reminds us to slow down, and wait for the moment to click the shutter. […]
INSPIRATIONAL PHOTO OF THE DAY FEC Editor’s Notes: In conceptual portraiture there is a lot of planning involved. At one of her workshops, Lou Freeman discusses the importance of having everything planned out from building sets and wardrobe to lighting and hair and make-up. When all the planned components come together, you get a gorgeous […]
INSPIRATIONAL PHOTO OF THE DAY From the Photographer: Taken at 10,000′ in the mountains above Telluride, CO. Alta Lakes is a remote camping area tucked up against the Rockies. Once the sun tucked behind the tree line to the west, I set up my tripod and watched as the setting sun bathed the mountains in warm, […]
INSPIRATIONAL PHOTO OF THE DAY FEC Editor’s Notes: A lot of people say studio lighting is scary. But photographer Ian Spanier loves to emphasize how the sun is one light, therefore all you need is one light! This image is super successful using his one-light method. The combination of directional hard light and exaggerated shadows, […]
INSPIRATIONAL PHOTO OF THE DAY FEC Editor’s Notes: Underwater photography like all ‘categories’ of photography, is a whole different kind of beast with an extra magical flare. For this maternity image, it was important to show off mom’s belly, and to create a beautiful romantic image. Photographing people underwater adds elements of complications. While this […]
INSPIRATIONAL PHOTO OF THE DAY FEC Editor’s Notes: While hosting workshop focused on ruins and abandoned building, this photograph was taken by Keith French. Not part of the plan, Keith thought this was just an old barn. Driving around to the backside revealed its ironic sign, “Jesus Saves”. Keith says, “The irony was too powerful […]
INSPIRATIONAL PHOTO OF THE DAY Notes by the Photographer: My husband heard about this waterfall near Twin Falls, Idaho from a former supervisor. Unfortunately, the name didn’t stick in his head. This lead lay dormant for months because he couldn’t recall the name of the waterfall. Then I found one of those “Only in Your […]
INSPIRATIONAL PHOTO OF THE DAY Notes by the Photographer: This is a handheld photo taken about 15′ from our hummingbird feeder. I love the challenge of catching hummingbirds in-flight and have spent many hours and taken 1000s of shots to get a few photos that I consider worth sharing. This photo was taken last month […]
INSPIRATIONAL PHOTO OF THE DAY Notes by the Photographer: While touring Stockholm on a summer day I was struck by the people leisurely hanging out in Karlaplan, just soaking up the sun and the sounds of the water from the fountain. The scene reminded me of some of the pictures I had seen from the […]
INSPIRATIONAL PHOTO OF THE DAY FEC Editor’s Notes: On a recent journey to Iceland, photographer Christine wanted to capture a perspective that was more than ‘just a landscape.’ Her goal was to show the viewer the journey to the spot where she took the picture. Her timing is just right with the other hikers in […]
INSPIRATIONAL PHOTO OF THE DAY FEC Editor’s Notes: Photo By Nino Batista on FisheyeConnect.com Want to learn more?? Check out Nino’s interview on the podcast! Missed a previous Feature Photo of the Day? Check out the Photo of the Day Archives.
INSPIRATIONAL PHOTO OF THE DAY FEC Editor’s Notes: This image is all about waiting for the moment. Photography Flip Chalfant was in Utah, at a pretty popular spot, when some darker clouds started forming. All of the tourists and other photographers decided it was time to pack up and head up. Not Flip, he stuck […]
INSPIRATIONAL PHOTO OF THE DAY FEC Editor’s Notes: There is a lot going on behind the scenes in this image. Photographer Don Sparks did a lot of hands-on to get this image perfect. In 50 gallon aquarium Don is holding the glass outside the water. He had two lights with blue gels behind the […]
INSPIRATIONAL PHOTO OF THE DAY FEC Editor’s Notes: Before digital cameras, film photographers heavily relied on planning, and getting everything perfect in-camera. Like this non-photoshopped image for a Nike Ad in 1990, Arthur Meyerson took this picture on slide film. The richness of the design, and timing of the runner in the lighter clouds, […]
