candids & portraits

Diving into the mind of Bennett Johnson, our Get Pushed Round 31 wrap-up explores this multiplicity self-portrait.

Wrapping up round 30 of Get Pushed, we take a look at the works and technical mind of Matt Lincoln. We interview Matt about the creation of his composite photograph.

Photography is ultimately about capturing and freezing moments in time. Sometimes we forget that. This week, we feature the work of Glen Grover who turns personal moments into works of beauty.

Featuring the mesmerizing emotive portraits of Rey Mangouta, we discuss how a story can be painfully obvious to the viewer. Using a blend of setting, subject and post-process styling, Rey captivates us all.

The face is a powerful, emotive subject. But we need not always focus on the eyes. In fact, this month’s Common Photo Theme avoids them entirely. Read on to see how much can be learned about our subjects without looking them in the eye.

Get Pushed Group Moderator, Rachel Melton, looks back at 2012 to discuss how the popular Flickr Group has helped to challenge and improve her photography. It’s a story not unlike that of the many members of the group.

In this month’s Get Pushed summary, Diana Sussellman discusses her contribution, a Film Noir photograph featuring a Dutch Tilt. Read on to learn about the Dutch Tilt, Diana’s inspiration and personal editing.

Photography is very personal and can expose things about yourself. This week, we learn from the work of Alexandra Iordachescu about how revealing photography can be about oneself, and why we shouldn’t be afraid.

Wrapping up round 25 of the Get Pushed Flickr Group, we feature three great and inspiring photos from the likes of Diana Sussellman, Rich Levine and Sue F. Read on for our monthly wrap-up.

A camera is a phenomenal tool that can be used to make a serious statement. Photographer Ross Abraham does just that with his photo, “Sun, Sea and Cellphones”; social commentary, if you will. Read on to see how his use of the medium strengthens the statement being made.