Irish Photographers Blog
Don’t mess with the news image
Posted on Wednesday, Dec 21st, 2011 in The IPWS Blog by Alan Murphy
A recent edition of Utah's Standard Examiner featured a page one photograph that was manipulated by the photographer. Often photographers, as appears in this case, aren't aware how simple manipulations undermine the value of photojournalism as bearing witness. As photographers, amateur or professional, we need to be aware of the difference between illustration and photojournalism. I am not necessarily against manipulation of images but in the area of news ... Read More »
Boards.ie Photobook 2012
Posted on Tuesday, Dec 6th, 2011 in Photography Ireland, The IPWS Blog by Alan Murphy
Just a quick note on the 2012 Boards.ie PhotoBook. For the fourth year members of the Boards.ie Photography Forum have gotten together to produce a photobook. The book can be previewed and purchased online with a donation to charity included in the price. More details about the book here
Interview with Lokofoto.com
Posted on Monday, Nov 28th, 2011 in Interviews, Photography News, The IPWS Blog by Alan Murphy
On Friday I had the pleasure of meeting with Daire Irwin of Lokofoto.com. We had chatted briefly at the web summit but I wanted to understand more what his new start up was all about. You can watch the brief interview below.
Dodgy Wedding Photographer
Posted on Saturday, Nov 12th, 2011 in The IPWS Blog by Alan Murphy
Came across this rather sad post on boards recently. It speaks for itself. Before committing to a photographer do take the time to read our previous posts on Hiring a photographer in Ireland.
Tell us what you like – and what you don’t like
Posted on Friday, Nov 11th, 2011 in The IPWS Blog by Alan Murphy | 4 Comments
It's that time again when we up the ante and challenge ourselves to deliver better things to photographers and those interested in learning more about professional photography. As part of the process, which will make this a more productive platform, what would you like to see us do? Post your comments and suggestions below or if you prefer email me directly.
Picture Power – Portraits of Five Leading Press Photographers
Posted on Wednesday, Nov 9th, 2011 in Interviews, The IPWS Blog by Alan Murphy
At the Open Coffee yesterday Martin Maher mentioned a very interesting programme he had come across on BBC 4. Entitled "Picture Power" it features five interviews with leading press photographers covering events like the Tottenham Riots, The Royal Wedding and the Tour de France. Check it out here
November Open Coffee
Posted on Tuesday, Nov 8th, 2011 in The IPWS Blog by Alan Murphy
We had another open coffee this morning. There was a lively discussion as usually with insurance, websites, drobos and copyright being some of the topics discussed. Thanks to all who came along and see you all next month on the 13th of December at 11oc.
Put it in your diary now.
For those interested tweet hashtag - #snapperchatdub
NOTE TO ALL - (Including myself) - Open Coffee talkes place the second Tuesday of each ... Read More »
Pose early for Christmas – An Ideal Present
Posted on Monday, Nov 7th, 2011 in The IPWS Blog by Alan Murphy
A family or child portrait is an ideal christmas present but don't leave it too late to organise. The sooner you can get the sitting booked the better. This will allow time for you to select your favourite image, decide on size and frames and give the photographer time to print and deliver all the images for placing under the Christmas Tree.
You can find a portrait photographer in your area ... Read More »
How “Big Foot” was captured
Posted on Saturday, Oct 29th, 2011 in Interviews, The IPWS Blog by Alan Murphy
I recently caught up with South African based Wicklow photographer Peter Delaney and recorded a short interview with him. Here is the section where he talks of how a day that started out poorly produced one of his most successful images to date.
Best Wedding Venue 2011
Posted on Tuesday, Oct 25th, 2011 in The IPWS Blog by Alan Murphy Comments Off
The Wedding Photographer is the one person who sees all at the wedding. From early on til late at night they document the day for generations to come. Because of this they are best placed to comment on which is the best wedding venue in Ireland. Over the coming weeks we will be looking for "Best Venue" suggestions from wedding photographers, the wedding industry and the public. From the nominations ... Read More »
Weddings – We keep it Real?
Posted on Thursday, Oct 13th, 2011 in The IPWS Blog, Working with Photographers, Your Wedding by Alan Murphy
I came across an interesting post recently. It is an open letter to Wedding Bloggers and is from a photographer. The basic issue raised in the article is that wedding bloggers only feature:
"brides sporting bird nests in their hair, or pretty, young Anthropologie-swathed bridesmaids, or meticulously stenciled miniature burlap dinosaurs holding up place cards made from the recycled issues of Rolling Stone, or weddings held in obscure meadows that ... Read More »
Do you take your image seriously?
Posted on Friday, Oct 7th, 2011 in The IPWS Blog by Alan Murphy
This week as I read reports in papers and online of Steve Jobs death I was struck by the clean and simple image that Apple used online to pay tribute to their visionary leader.
I also came across an interesting article on the image and how the photographer Albert Watson engaged with Jobs to get the image he wanted to show the world.
Shortly after reading the article I had ... Read More »
Wedding photography
Posted on Tuesday, Sep 27th, 2011 in The IPWS Blog by Alan Murphy
At photographers.ie we want to bring you the very best of wedding photography in Ireland. No matter what your budget or your taste we are confident you will find a photographer on our wedding directory. If you have any suggestions on how we might improve please do not hesitate to contact us.
Client Photographer Relationships
Posted on Thursday, Sep 22nd, 2011 in The IPWS Blog by Alan Murphy
It is important to build up a good - vendor relationship but sometimes clients do try it on. This video will assist you identify these situations. (Bookmark this page - you will need it in the future)
And the winner is…..
Posted on Thursday, Sep 22nd, 2011 in The IPWS Blog by Alan Murphy
Got an honourable mention from the team at You Report, Newstalk FM's new crowdsourcing website - but no phone. Nevermind we did what we set out to do.
