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(Untitled Photo) by HeaderJr

Simplicity and repetition is often all you need.  This untitled photo from Headerjr (I do not know his real name) is an example of that.  I do not know what we’re looking at here, I can only assume these are switches on some ancient piece of equipment, but that does not matter.  What do I [...]

“Awakening” by Brian Day

Lighting is incredibly powerful. Many emotions can be created by subtle tweaks of the light. Brian Day’s photo, “Awakening” demonstrates everything we love about creepy photos and lighting. Read on to be inspired.

Photo Collecting Inspires Creativity

In his book , Understanding Close-Up Photography, Bryan Peterson briefly discusses how he “collects” photos of the letters of the alphabet.  In his collection, he now has several full alphabets of letters.  Letters of interesting colors, textures or lighting.  It’s a challenge to isolate letters in a single photograph, but I would assume that’s part [...]

“Deep End” by Ken Cadel

This fine specimen is a photograph from Ken Cadel, titled Deep End.  Ken practices some of my favorite kind of photography:  The architectural photography of abandoned and dilapidated buildings.  I’ll admit, I have been following Ken’s work for a while now, and I invited him to share this photograph with the Shutter Photo @ Flickr [...]

“Appreciating the Journey” by Sharaff

From the Shutter Photo at Flickr Pool comes this wonder photo, “Appreciating the Journey” by Sharaff. Neutral Density Filters, Black and White and long-exposure photography abound, this is a great way to start the new year with some inspiration. Read on to hear our thoughts and commentary.

My Best Photos of 2009

Looking back, 2009 was filled with a lot of experiments and a lot of great photos. Since the year is over, I review some of my favorite shots and discuss some of the background behind each one. It’s a learning experience for myself and for the readers.

10 Most Interesting Photos of the SP@Flickr Pool (2009)

In only seven months, the SP@Flickr Pool garnered 240 photo submissions. I’m proud to say that our pool contains a great number of inspirational shots. In today’s year-end review of 2009, we highlight ten of the most interesting photos from the pool.

Follow These Year Long Photography Projects

As a follow-up to our query, we have compiled a list of the Photo 365 projects (and likewise) for the new year. For inspiration, read on to see all of the projects listed to date.

The Macro Photography of Chuck Wendig

What do writers do in their spare time? They do photography. In this Photographer Spotlight, we would like to introduce you to Chuck Wendig, an established writer who has quite an eye for Macro Photography. To see some examples of his fine work, and to learn why Chuck’s work is so special, read on.

“96th Street Subway Platform” by Stormdog

This week, we feature an urban photograph from Stormdog titled “96th Street Subway Platform” which exhibits a great use of repetition and vanishing points. Read on to see the photograph, our thoughts and learn what can be learned from Stormdog’s great photo.

The Industrial Photography of David Clark

David Clark has been lingering around the SP@Flickr Group almost since its inception.  You may even remember him from our review of his photo, Summer Chair. David’s gallery is a testament to the reach of his talents and skills – explorations in nature, landscape photography and close-up photography.  But of all his works, perhaps the [...]

SP@Flickr: “YIP 50.09″ by Kate Winslow

Kate Winslow’s photograph, YIP 50.09, is a great example of the use of chaotic pattern and texture in close-up photography. There is a lot to be commended in the shot, and there is certainly a lot to learn. Read on to learn more.

SP@Flickr: “Sepia” by Kika Clore-Gronenborn

When is a subject both transparent and right before your eyes at the same time? When is unorthodox lighting incredibly appealing? Read on to see why Kika Clore-Gronenborn’s photo, “Sepia”, breaks all the rules but remains inspirational.

SP@Flickr: “Mosaïque” by Jean-Baptiste (Jbeuh)

Is it possible to create a great photograph with no clearly discernable subject? Jean-Baptiste (Jebuh) of the SP@Flickr Pool demonstrates that it is possible. To see his photograph and read our thoughts, read on.

SP@Flickr: “Closing the Door” by Mark J. Sanders

This week, I share with you a photo by Mark J. Sanders who offers a new spin on the concept of silhouette photography. To see the photo and my thoughts, read on.