The iPhone X camera takes amazing quality pictures

Apple prides it's newest iPhone's 12 mp cameras, saying "The art of photography, simplified". Though a heavy statement, I would have to agree that the camera and photo effects on this iPhone and stunning in both quality and ease of use. Apple has cornered the cellphone competition, and is now apparently coming for the camera …

3 careers a degree in photography will get you

We've all been told "You'll never make any money in the arts". Well, I am here to assure you that that is not necessarily true. Here are five careers you can have IN THE ARTS that will pay the bills. Wedding Photographer As long as people keep getting married, wedding photographers will be needed. 2. …

The app VSCO shares photos in a great way

  Everybody knows the app VSCO. You can find a link to most people's account in their Instagram or Twitter bio. This app never really received a major hype on social media, it was never a necessity, yet people continue to use it. Here's why: VSCO is free, for the most part. You can pay …

How does darkroom photography even work?

Throughout my high school experience, the one class I was most intrigued by was my film photography class. Going into this class, I had absolutely no idea how film turned into pictures. Not many people get the chance to do darkroom photography, as it is expensive to get the amount of supplies necessary. I personally …

Photographer Spotlight: Joel Meyerowitz

Recently posted about on both Buzzfeed and The New York Times, Joel Meyerowitz, age 80, continues to be an icon for street photography. I first discovered Meyerowitz when I was taking a color photography class in 11th grade, and instantly fell in love with his collection titled "Cape Light". I thought these pictures perfectly captured …

Instagram Photography

Once only a social media site, Instagram has taken off as a way businesses can promote their products. This It is not only important for photographers to show case their work on social media, but Instagram has actually made it significantly easier for them to do so (and make money). Photographers can advertise their work …

The Tang art museum provide students and public with a learning experience

An art museum in Saratoga, New York prides itself as a "teaching museum". The Frances Young Tang Teaching Museum and Art gallery (often just called The Tang) is a great place to learn and get inspired. The Tang is a part of Skidmore College (though it is still open to the public), and it gives …

Top 3 places to take pictures in NYC

New York is a pretty large state with many different geographical areas. The urban climate of New York City amasses to a photographers playland. Here is a list of the Top 3 places in New York City to take pictures (photographs are not mine).   Top of the Rock This was the one you were …

Retro-Style photos are popular among teens

A trend in casual photo taking and social media posting that I’ve noticed over the past few months is the favoring of retro style photographs. Possibly in relation to the rise in 90s style clothes that became prevalent over the past couple years, teens are photographing in ways that are reminiscent of when they were …

Welcome

  Hey! I’m Shannon and I’m an 18 year old student with about two months left in high school. Viewing this blog, expect to see my opinions/updates on art and photography that I stumble upon. Growing up in a digital world, we are exposed to visual media constantly every day. I want to document this …