FWA photo of the day award

My photograph of power lifter Matt Kroczaleski has been awarded photo of the day for March 30th at FWAphoto in the UK.
http://www.fwaphoto.com/#/2011-03-30/

21st Century Muscle

Bodybuilders of the 21st century are bigger and bolder than ever. These photographs made between the years 2007-2010 showcase the extreme dimensions of some of bodybuildings' most heroic figures.

Photos of Powerlifter Matt Kroczaleski

...Just wanted to share a couple of photographs made of world record holder, Powerlifter Matt Kroczaleski, as he prepared for his first ever bodybuilding show. These images were made in Dallas Texas in August 2010.

STEPHEN SHORE

"I discovered that this camera was the technical means in photography of communicating what the world looks like in a state of heightened awareness. And it’s that awareness of really looking at the everyday world with clear and focused attention that I’m interested in." - Stephen Shore

See Stephen Shore's work:
http://masters-of-photography.com/S/shore/shore.html

What Remains: The Life and Work of Sally Mann

"What Remains: The Life and Work of Sally Mann" is a documentary film where Sally Mann, one of Americas most well known fine art photographers, discusses her work, process and why she's decided to make a career of focusing on the subject matter closest to her. Mann has photographed her children, her local landscape and now, as showcased in depth in this film, the theme of death and decay. A worthwhile watch for all photography enthusiasts! A six part series available on youtube, begins with the one attached here.

Julia Margaret Cameron

Nineteenth century British photographer, Julia Margaret Cameron, remains one of the most important portrait photographers since the creation of the medium. She tirelessly photographed many of the celebrities of the time with her unique style. Cameron's photographs also show a certain spontaneity which was not common in the work of other photographers of the time.This video pays tribute to one of the true masters of photography.

Inspirational Master photographer talk - Sarah Moon

I came across this fantastic youtube video today that I just had to share...
Sarah Moon, an amazing fashion photographer that has produced such unique fashion pictures of a dreamlike quality, speaks of her thinking process when making photographs while showcasing her incredible images on the screen. I hope you enjoy it!