The quiet pursuit: Embracing life’s subtleties
To me, photography has always been a simple indulgence in a world overflowing with complex human experiences. From my earliest memories growing up in Macedonia, I’ve used photography to bottle up fragments of time, making each a tiny capsule of the things that mean to me the most. Writing about…
Freezing the Moment
IntroductionHi, I’m Ashish, a tech professional with 20 years of experience, based in New York City and have lived in the Bay Area for about 10 years. Outside of work, I enjoy playing tennis and golf, watching football, and listening to music—classic rock and pop are my favorites but I’m…
Exploring the world through the lens: An interview with James Cliburn
Thank you so much, James, for this opportunity to learn more about your work and the person behind your inspiring photographs. To start, could you give our readers a brief introduction to yourself?Hi, I’m James! I’m based in the Fraser Valley, British Columbia, where I have spent a decent chunk…
Premium/ Bokeh – Life Past F1.4
When I started photography, fast glass was something almost unobtainable. Voigtlander released a Leica M mount $1000 F1.1 “Nokton”, and that was about as entry-level as it got. For 0.95 the only affordable option was the Canon TV “Dream” lens, which was priced in the multiple of thousands. I made…
Six years with Fuji
I Wrote this article in September 2023 while I was on holiday in Puglia. I guessed right, and I didn’t finish it then, but it was ready when I got home and only my eye problems kept me from sending it to Hugo and Mauricio, instead writing about other things,…
Fuji X Passion Photography Magazine – December 2024
Hello everyone!The December issue has arrived. This edition features six fantastic and talented photographers and highlights their beautiful imagery, from portraits to landscapes. As always, each piece of work, each photograph, was made with a Fuji X camera.Contributors | SummaryLife in Frames: My cinematic diaryby Lukas SchmitzLe Chant du Monde…
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Top five Fujifilm mirrorless cameras
The camera world has been completely turned upside down in the last few years and though about 90% of the content we create is written to prospective brides or clients, every once in a while I feel like it’s really valuable to drop a little bit of info direct to…
INSIDE YOU CAMERA BAG: Matthew McCord
“I am a full time graduate student at Jacksonville State University in North Alabama. I’m pursuing my masters in secondary education. I have a very awesome little girl who will be 3 this summer. I do weddings on the side. However, I take great pride in my wedding work, and…
INSIDE YOUR CAMERA BAG: Christian Anders
Today we start the “What’s inside your camera bag” section. But we all know what’s inside… It’s a Fuji of course! In this case, 3 of them! Check this beautiful bag from Germany, with a small surprise inside, an Instax printer! And what about your bag, what’s inside? “Hi, my…
Leaving Nikon for Fujifilm
A BRIEF PREFACE: I’ve been photographing weddings all over the world since 1999. Prior to that, I was shooting for the Seattle weekly papers and doing portraits. In high school, I was the yearbook photographer and developed my own film for my high school newspaper and wrote record reviews. It…
The quintessential landscape photography lens: The Fujifilm XF10-24mm
My name is Geoffrey Giebelhaus, and I am a landscape photographer based in Vancouver, Canada. Born and raised in the prairies of Alberta, I made the move to Vancouver at the beginning of 2017 to start my career as an engineer. Having grown up near the Rocky Mountains, I have…
Fuji X-T family
I just love taking photos, and that is why I do it
Hi, my name is Lukáš Těžký, and I am in my early forties. I would like to thank you for the possibility to share my passion for photography with you. First, let me tell you a little bit about myself. I come from the Czech Republic, from a little town called Svoboda nad Úpou, lying […]
December issue
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Premium/ Exploring the Photographic Essence of Choupal: A Long-Term Project with Fujifilm Cameras (plus video)
In the heart of Portugal, nestled amid the picturesque landscapes of Coimbra, lies a hidden gem that beckons photographers and nature enthusiasts alike. This enchanting location, known as Choupal, has become the focal point of a captivating long-term project that aims to capture the essence of the seasons through the…
Premium/ Documentary Project | Module 0: Getting started (+video)
INDEX Module 0: Getting started Module 1 – Finding Stories: Starting Your Own Project Module 2 – Planning: All you need to do before you start shooting Module 3 – Equipment: Choosing the right gear for your project Module 4 – Accessories: The essential accessories you will need (to be…
Premium/ What makes a good photograph?
What makes a good photo is one of the essential questions when talking about photography. No matter the degree of proficiency in understanding and feeling the visual arts (painting, sculpture, photography, etc.), we all have an inner compass which indicates (on a subjective level, of course), what photos are good,…
Visual Stories
Memories of Thailand
Like many people I suppose, I had in my head…
On the Tracks of the Krampus
If Santa Claus is a universal figure, in some alpine…
Tango is waiting for you
Talking about Tango, the first thing that comes to mind…
Slow Salento
Let’s try to explain Salento, and to try, we need…
Frozen Beauty – Taking a break from reality
When I was a child, I never really took much…
Two cups of coffee and natural light
I give thanks every day since, in this life of…
Tribute to Velvia – Interview with Daniel Acevedo
When I started working as a professional back in 1997, my greatest joy and peace of mind was knowing that Velvia film for slides/transparencies existed. It had been on the market for a short time, but just in time to be able to enjoy its results. At that time and…
The never-ending project
My name is Alessandra. I was born in Sicily, Italy, and moved to Denmark with my family when I was 9 years old. I am currently living in the suburbs of Århus, with my two children. As long as I remember, I have been fascinated by photography. When I still…
The In-Between Photographs…
Hello Samir! Would you like to start by introducing yourself? Hi Mauricio & Hugo, first of all thanks for having me… I am a commercial, corporate and editorial photographer based in Mumbai, the financial and film (movie) capital of India. My work has been featured by various magazines and newspapers…
Falling in love with a Fuji camera, by Bára Pitrová
My name is Bára Pitrova, I am 22 years old and I come from the Czech Republic. I studied University of Economic in Prague. These days I live in the United States, in Denver, Colorado and I work as an Au-pair. All my life I have been somehow around photographs.…
The beginning of our love
We met and fell in love as young people 21 years ago. We met on the train, and we saw each other every morning. That was the beginning of our love. We were both born in northern Germany, near the city of Greifswald and grew up near the baltic sea.…
A composer with a passion for cinematic themes
Hi Cosmo! Could you please introduce yourself? Where do you live, and what do you do? Also, what are your hobbies and passions?Hey dude! I’m based up in Walthamstow and am a professional composer, DIT in the making, and sometimes I go out and take photos. I enjoy hanging out…
Fuji X-Pro1: Still a viable choice in 2022?
Since we are just a few months away from the…
Stick or Go
Advertisers will always do their utmost to prize away your…
Inspirational portrait photography from Denmark
This interview was originally published on the 4th edition…
WE ARE WARRIORS – Fujifilm X Series
It’s been a long journey for me to get to…
Not the typical wedding photography assignment
Working as a wedding photographer can be one of the…
Preserving Memories One Click At A Time
Growing up in the suburbs of a small town in…
Shooting Digital or Film in 2023 – Replicate film vibe with digital cameras – Part I
This article is Part 1, and I will talk about…
Freezing Moments – Interview with Deniece Brouwer
Hello Deniece, and thank you for this opportunity to learn…
You just have to look to see it
My name is Lieke Vroomen, I am 32 years old…
Prio Setiawan: X-perience in Paris
It has been nearly 1.5 years owning Fuji X-Pro1 to…
Ashok Viswanathan: X-Pro1 and Varnasi on the Ganges, India
I have always wanted to visit Varnasi, a city I…
Leaving Nikon for Fujifilm
A BRIEF PREFACE: I’ve been photographing weddings all over the…
GRAIN Magazine stories
Rollei 35AF: A Modern Take on a Classic Camera
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PetaPixel A Los Angeles-based photographer has lost his family home in Altadena after the Eaton Fire tore through it and destroyed all of his gear.…
The Phoblographer The 1980s were a time of significant cultural change, characterized by the rise of iconic bands and pop culture, but also marked by…
Photofocus Embarking on a career as a freelance photographer is an exciting journey filled with creativity and flexibility. However, like any profession, there are several…
The Phoblographer Sports photography is one of the most challenging genres of the medium. It requires the same zest, talent, and hard work to nail…
The Phoblographer The history of the world has many instances where certain moments became a turning point for not just our collective future but also…
Photofocus When it comes to showcasing our photography, the first thing that comes to mind is sharing them online. We either make a portfolio website…
Fstoppers Wedding photography doesn’t require a mountain of gear. The key is knowing what’s essential to deliver great results while staying focused on capturing the…
PetaPixel Cosina announced that the Voigtlander Nokton 28mm f/1.5 that was unveiled for Sony E-mount in December will now also be coming to Nikon Z-mount.…
Fstoppers Traveling with camera gear can be stressful. Your equipment is expensive, and the photos you capture are irreplaceable. Without the right precautions, accidents and…