Misery Is Photogenic

This article might raise a few eyebrows. I am just wondering: do we need the spectacularization of pain? Film production company Duck Rabbit just published an article on their blog criticizing Magnum Photo and Lens Culture for advertising a photo contest using an image of an underage sex worker having sex with a client. She is recognizable, he is not. Sure the impact is strong, but do we really need that picture?...

March 27, 2023 · 5 min · 971 words · Kimberly Kline

Nasa Celebrates Hubble S 32Nd Birthday With A Stunning Photo Of Five Galaxies

It’s been 32 years since NASA launched Hubble Space Telescope into orbit. And just like every year, the anniversary is marked by a photo that Hubble captured on duty. To celebrate Hubble’s 32nd birthday, NASA has shared yet another remarkable image. It shows an unusual close-knit collection of five galaxies, called The Hickson Compact Group 40. In the photo, you can see three spiral-shaped galaxies, an elliptical galaxy, and a lenticular (lens-like) galaxy....

March 27, 2023 · 2 min · 351 words · Keith Pruitt

Nikon Launches Compact Retro Styled Nikkor Z 28Mm F 2 8 Lens

Nikon has added a new lens to its Z-mount line. The Nikkor Z 28mm f/2.8 is a compact and affordable wide-angle prime, offering you all the perks of a modern lens. But what it stands out for is its nostalgic design, as it was made to resemble the Nikon lenses we used with film SLR cameras. The Nikkor Z 28mm f/2.8 is designed for Nikon Z full-frame cameras. Of course, you can also use it on a crop body where it will give you 42mm equivalent focal length....

March 27, 2023 · 2 min · 297 words · Gabriel Henderson

Olympus Announces The Om D E M5 Mark Iii With Up To 6 5 Stops Of Stabilisation And Ipx1 Waterproof Rating

It’s been a while since Olympus announced the OM-D E-M5 Mark II, which was already a pretty solid little camera. But now, Olympus has announced its successor, the 20-megapixel Olympus OM-D E-M5 Mark III, with improved stabilisation, 4K UHD and DCI video, a new EVF and improved weather sealing. Like the Mark II, the Mark III is available in black or silver. There’s no word on whether we’ll see a Titanium version yet....

March 27, 2023 · 2 min · 423 words · Douglas Thompson

Photographer Banned From Facebook Because Of Naked Mannequin Photos Nsfw

Canadian photographer Julia Busato had her profile banned from Facebook because of a photography project she’s been running. Some Facebook users criticized her photos of naked women posing behind a mannequin, and reported her. As a result, Facebook banned her and she’s unable to access her personal profile and page. A post shared by JuliaBusatoPhotography (@juliabusatophotography) Julia started the project over a year ago. It features women posing naked behind the mannequin, sharing the message that we are all different and we don’t fit the same mold that society has imposed on us....

March 27, 2023 · 3 min · 576 words · Aaron Turner
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