This week, I wrapped up my first year of college, studying Digital Photography. Actually, that label is a bit of a misnomer: the first semester was digital photography, the second, most recent was digital video. I learned an incredible amount, even if I did struggle a bit to maintain my focus (pardon the pun) in this most recent semester. Continue reading “No More Pencils (Keyboards), No More Books (MacBooks)…”
Author: Nina_Kirienko
Owner of Old Girl Photography. Graduate in Digital Photography at Durham College. I am especially drawn to fine art, architectural, landscape and community event photography. The world is full of fascinating natural and man-made landmarks, many of which tell compelling stories of survival or imagination or both. My aim is to find and photograph as many of them as I can. When I do photograph people, I most enjoy portraying them in a place or situation that inspires them. I have an infinite curiosity about the world. I'm not happy unless I'm learning.
The Art of Photography Podcast
One of the joyous surprises for me in studying photography is the range of subjects invariably covered. Far from being a technical path where buttons are pushed and images printed, there is a history, culture, language, artistry and emotion to the subject. My study cannot be complete without all of it. Imagine my delight then when I discovered a single voice that does cover all of it.
Trolling online one day, I landed on a website called “The Art of Photography”, produced by a guy named Ted Forbes. Continue reading “The Art of Photography Podcast”
Portraits Anyone?
One of the most difficult tasks for any photographer is getting the perfect shot of a person who is staring back at you while you do it. It is so much easier to photograph a wildflower, a building, an artefact. Even what’s known as “street photography”, where unposed and candid photos of people are taken, presents less of a challenge.
Website Launch This Week
This website officially launched this week. Thanks to the great learning environment at Durham College, I was able to design, build and release this to you. It’s been a labour of love, as well as a way to start to connect with all of you. Hope you enjoy your visit and that you’ll return regularly. Thanks for your support.
Traces Exhibition at Hamilton Artists Inc.
Yesterday, I had the pleasure of attending my first art exhibition at Hamilton Artists Inc. It was the final day of an exhibition called Traces, featuring three McMaster University Alumni, including KJ (Jennifer) Bedford, one of my college professors and my friend.
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The Travelling Photographer
Do you like to travel? To experience the sights and sounds of far off places? My friend Emily does. She is a photographer and painter. She enjoys the excitement of being in a new, unfamiliar place each night and looks forward to using her camera to capture the moment.
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