While tripping around the web, I ran into this interesting article, worthy of a read, and more than that, a discussion on the FORUM.

30 Jan 2007 REUTERS/Susana Vera
The article comes from Reuters news agency and opens the door to many issues.
Click here for the full article.
It was started like this:
“Reuters.com asked Gary […]

Back in October, I was in NYC for a few events and one of my favorite things to do is visit with my sister.
And trip around the museums and galleries. Thankfully she is of like mind and we can do that together.

One of the exhibits we caught was Robert Polidori at the Metropolitan. Now they […]

This week we will be giving away another great book as we move into Feb., where we’ll start looking at more “how can you do that” along with ” wow, that is some amazing work”.
Simply put, in February, we’ll turn our attention, just a little, to gear and education. There have been some very […]

Now your DSLR camera is essentially a computer with a lens on it, right? And you protect your laptop with cases,sleeves, and keyboard protectors,etc.
Take a look at Camera Armor. These are the folks that make some of the best IPOD protectors with the SPECK division.
Basically, take the same silicon rubber used for those IPOD […]

Yes, welcome to the 90’s.
After more then a few requests , we are adding the BLOGS category to the RESOURCE page. As we’ve gone through quite a few of these, our goal is to separate the wheat from the chaff. In other words, what is of value to a large audience and what may be […]

Spanning the globe. We’re are trying to put out something for everyone. In a few places.
From the M+B Gallery in Los Angeles. Good folks, great space.
Matthew Pillsbury -Screen Lives
January 27-February 24th. 2007

©Matthew Pillsbury
Calum and Erica, Grey’s Anatomy and Solitaire , Friday, September 22, 2006, 9:48-10:58pm

©Matthew Pillsbury
Nathan Noland, Mario Kart DS, The […]

Wait…that’s Kibbles and Bits.
Sorry.
We have our winner for the Willy Ronis book……Deborah F. of Portland, Oregon will be sent this beauty.
AND……these folks will receive an official, unique, totally useful, high quality. Photoinduced.com lens cloth:
Mitchell E.- NYC
Sarah S. -NYC
Edward L. -Rancho Palos Verdes,CA
Helena R. Santa Monica, CA
Nancy K. - Baltimore, Mayland
So those are the winners
On […]

Partial overview but there was so much more.

Hitting the Stacks

NIce going,Paul Frank. (hmmm..possible weekly giveaway?)

Caption anyone?

M+B Gallery with crowd
It’s a start.
Next up: AIPAD
. Click to find out more.
Cheers!
Damon Webster

More coming on the PhotoLA wrap-up in the next few days.
Last day to sign up for the Willy Ronis book giveaway. Go to the NEWSLETTER sign up to the right.
Cheers!
DW

As we continue to go through the photographers honored by the Lucie Awards, this week we are giving away a book on Willy Ronis. A the Lifetime Achievement award winner, you can hear Mr.Ronis describe his life in photography in a video on our MEDIA page. Look at third player on the page.

© Willy Ronis […]

PhotoLA wrapped up today with a number of lectures and a collecting seminar by Mary Virginia Swanson. If you haven’t heard her talks before, log onto her site and check her itinerary . You won’t be disappointed.
As we sift through ALL of the material, imagery, information we saw,studied, ingested, the next few days will be […]

After a first solid walk-through at the event, there an amazing abundance of photographs and books to ponder a purchase.
Day 2 at PhotoLA , not only some new found artists, but 2nd and 3rd year exhibits showing a photographers growth.
We’ll be recapping more this week as we begin to absorb it all. One more […]

ACE Gallery
©Martin Schoeller, Jack Nicholson, 2002

Charlottte Jackson Fine Art
©Michael Eastman, Green Living Room, 1999

Charles Guice Contemporary
©Carrie Mae Weems, In De Sica’s Light, from the series Roaming, 2006

Weinstein Gallery
©Alec Soth, Misty, 2005, Chromogenic print
Yossi Milo Gallery
© Sze Tsung Leong , Seine II, 2006, From the Horizons Series
See these in person while you can.
Cheers!
Damon Webster

(winners in the weekly giveaway listed at the end of this article)
Starting with a charity event last night hosted by Graham Nash, the 16th annual PhotoLA has begun!

Stephen Cohen Gallery

Lisa Sette Gallery

Photo-Eye Gallery

Queensland Centre For Photography

Dealers from around the world, out of print and rare books, the finest in new publications, all in […]

Before we talk about our latest giveaway ,we’d like to take a moment and remind about PHOTOLA, the best photography event in Los Angeles. No Kidding.
And you can hear from Stephen Cohen, the founder, on our MEDIA page.
Graham Nash hosts the opening night charity event on Thursday the 19th.
A 3 day event with photography dealers […]

A story about a man who followed his passion, and the driving force behind it.

There is really a simple message, but one you can take to heart and actually use in your on life.
And…..a short video presentation by a young artist, Mia Torres.

Now when i say young, I am not assuming age, but the perceived […]

This spoke Peter Sellers character in “Being There”
And we hope you like to watch as well.
We have added a whole slew of new video on the MEDIA page.

From the archives of Leigh Wiener is a great episode of ” Talk About Pictures” ,an Emmy winning show he created, which aired from 1978-1981. Plus an […]

I’ll never forget being in photography school and getting exposed to the world of current art photographers of the time:Les Krims, Ralph Gibson, Robert Heinekin, Jerry Uselman, Judy Dater and this man-

Duane Michals was one that I always found intriguing for his style of sequential series.

The Bogey Man
All images © Duane Michals
Ok maybe I […]

Did you catch it?
Well an hour and half of a loving and apparently honest documentary by Annie Leibowitz’s sister, Barbara.

© Annie Leibovitz/ Contact Press Images
This photograph of John Lennon and Yoko Ono was made hours before he was shot to death in front of his apartment building.
As you are taken back to the home […]

© Lauren Greenfield/VII (from Thin/Chronicle Books)
She is featured on the Apple Pro home page. Check it. And click the photo for a quick link to Ms. Greenfield’s site.
A good story on her process, of course including Mac.
Cheers!
DW

There is so much to learn, thankfully touchpoints open the hidden alleys and knowledge of others.

© James Fee - Bird on a Tree, 2006
While in a random discussion the other day, I was reminded of the passing of James Fee in September 2006.
The emotional overwhelming power of this photographers work, knowing that he was […]

We received a ton of replies on this one.
Monica M. From PA will be sent this great Marc Riboud book.
Congratulations!
These next folks will be sent the official Photoinduced.com lens cloth, our most popular promotional item. Made by Spudz, this is a perfect way to NOT deal with the usual lens cloths that you […]

This year we’ll be exploring different way photographs are presented. Your photographs.

This song is so powerful to me, the choice of images is critical. Check this out and see what you think.
We have added a ton of new videos to the MEDIA page for you. Enjoy!
Cheers!
Damon Webster

Sitting near your computer and feel the need to buy a new photograph that goes perfect right over…..there.?
Or now that the new year is here, you want to invest in a photograph, but can’t make it to a gallery ?
Ok, I’m just being a bit flippant.
Thanks to Paul M. for introducing me to Eyestorm, an […]

Many years ago ,I started as a photo assistant in New York City. The photographer I worked for, Steve Nichols, had been the 1st assistant (top dog) at a major studio in the city. Then he opened his own place.
Luckily for me I got the job as assistant..
At that time, I was loading Hasselblad […]

Well, I didn’t make to the Kopeikin Gallery . That will be tomorrow. The days are still filled, even after the holidays.

At the Russian Academy of Science, Russian President Vladimir Putin stands surrounded by scientists and bodyguards.
© Gerd Ludwig

© Ghadi Khunji
But I did have a chance to catch the last gasps at the opening Farmani […]

The Paul Kopeikin Gallery in Los Angeles has given exposure to artists you may not have seen before ,but who went on to huge attention in the art world.
Case in point is Jill Greenberg:

© Jill Greenberg
Revelations

Her controversial images were first introduced in a big way to the art world by Paul Kopeikin.
And […]

It will be showing through Jan 11th, if you missed it.

Click on the photo above for a link to the America Masters site. It will help you find showtimes in your zip code.
For our overseas readers, we’ll see what can be worked out. Stay tuned.
Cheers!
Damon Webster

The Tate Museum in London one of the finest collections on earth. In addition, the caliber of exhibits that originate from them are world class by any criteria.

While perusing their site ( yes I do just look around the web for things that may interest us) , I came across a collection of seminars/lectures […]

Marc Riboud

Read on for more on this master photographer and how you can get a copy of this book, gratis. Really.

Working as a photojournalist for over 50 years, this man’s life and photography was recently honored by the Lucie Awards.
This book was published to coincide with a major retrospective of Marc Riboud’s
work, this […]

Did you like Mr. Potato Head as a kid?
Here is a photographic version from the folks at MONO

It’s a bulky file, so your office computer should handle it.
They are a different kind of advertising/branding agency. You can trip through their site for more info.
And share with your friends. Seems folks are having a […]

Yep, our all time, don’t miss, top of every years list,event:

JANUARY 18-21, 2007
If you collect, are thinking about collecting, want to see what is happening in the world of fine art photography, could use a bit of education in the world of photography, think seeing some of the best images ever in one venue […]

Henri Cartier-Bresson’s Scrapbook
Photographs 1932-46 At International Center Of Photography

Henri Cartier-Bresson, Mexico, 1934, © Henri Cartier-Bresson/Magnum
January 19 through April 29, 2007
I first heard about this important exhibit in October. Now that it is so close to opening, you had to get a tip off.
Remember, Cartier-Bresson didn’t usually print his own work. Here is a huge […]

We had a WHOLE bunch of great giveaways in December.
From Wacom Tablets, books, DVDs, Pouches,Mini-Tripods, Card Readers, Movies, and photoinduced.com official SWAG.
We hope that all of you enjoyed your holidays, and the items won have arrived ( there are a few laggers, I have been told).
Just gathering a whole new slew of cool things to […]

And another way to wrap up the year is to check out all of the news services Year In Pictures.
You should understand though that some of the images are a bit rugged.
Some are truly great images on their own merit, some tell the story of the moment.
The best do both.
Here you go, all in one […]

One of the reasons we make photographs is to share our particular vision.
Whether you want to get more exposure to a wider audience, win an award, or finally get your photographs published, here are some contest for you to consider.
5th Annual PHOTOWORKSHOP.COM Digital Imaging Contest Sponsored by Adobe

Your Best Shot from Popular Photography

National […]

Happy New Year to all!

Check out all of the celebrations around the world in full 360° panoramic splendor.
New York, London,Taipei, Zurich, Amsterdam ,Lisbon, Dubai and more.
Very cool.
Cheers!
Damon Webster