Tuesday, August 5, 2014

In Photos: National March on the White House – 8-2-2014


On Saturday August 2, 2014 approximately twenty five thousand people took to the streets of Washington D.C. to protest the latest round of Israeli military action in Gaza .
http://bit.ly/1qVhBcD

Wednesday, July 16, 2014

Tuesday, July 15, 2014

Featured Photographer: Paul Strand


Here’s a documentary video about Paul Strand, one of the top photographers of the 20th century, and an early street photographer. Paul Strand: Under the Dark Cloth
http://bit.ly/1jNVcer

Thursday, July 10, 2014

Nikon: ‘No Film Photography Allowed’


Yes, that’s right folks, according to the submission guidelines, film photographs are no longer accepted by Nikon!
http://bit.ly/1naFVi9

Sunday, July 6, 2014

Featured Photographer - Sam Abell |Chicago Street Photography


Need a little Sunday photographic inspiration? I enjoyed this presentation by National Geographic photographer Sam Abell.
http://bit.ly/1q8R7j7

Friday, July 4, 2014

Thoughts on God…


Chicago heroin addict, Punchie removes a chunk of rotten flesh from an abscess while discussing the existence of God and the problem of evil.
http://bit.ly/VmlNDX

Thursday, July 3, 2014

Street Photography and the Law


“I saw that the camera could be a weapon against poverty, against racism, against all sorts of social wrongs. I knew at that point I had to have a camera.” -Gordon Parks
http://bit.ly/1pPB9u7

Monday, June 30, 2014

Street Photography and the Law


“I saw that the camera could be a weapon against poverty, against racism, against all sorts of social wrongs. I knew at that point I had to have a camera.” -Gordon Parks
http://bit.ly/1pPB9u7

Friday, May 30, 2014

Profile of A Heroin Addict: Eve


When Eve was 18, she was introduced to the needle. It’s been a slow, downhill run ever since.
http://bit.ly/1mPi8I1

Tuesday, May 13, 2014

Voices From the Street - D's Love/Hate Relationship With Heroin

America is currently suffering through a horrific heroin crisis. From small rural towns, to large urban centers, dramatic increases in heroin overdoses are being reported. According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Administration, heroin use has nearly doubled since 2007, with an estimated 669,000 people reported to now be using this powerfully destructive drug. The following is an account by one of heroin's many victims. Voices From the Streets - D's Love/Hate Relationship With Heroin A Gritstreet Production
http://bit.ly/1mT22A7

How to Overcome Your Fear of Shooting Street Photography

Here is a short video with a few quick tips on how to overcome the fear of shooting candid street photography.
http://bit.ly/1nJLxn5

Chicago Photo of the Day 5-13-2014

Post your Chicago photos on our FaceBook group wall for possible selection as the “Chicago Photo of the Day”
http://bit.ly/1nIBxKW

Friday, May 2, 2014

Street Photography: Death Yard

Death Yard: Back of the Yards vacant lot next to the house where 14-year-old Endia Martin was murdered on Monday -
http://bit.ly/1lHDoPV

Thursday, May 1, 2014

Jay – The Ritual of Heroin Addiction

Jay is a 30 year old heroin addict who has been injecting for over 17 years. He first started using heroin back in the 8th grade, where he would sneak off into the bathroom while at school to first snort, and then later inject, heroin.
http://bit.ly/1fU5mmi

Sunday, April 27, 2014

Wednesday, April 23, 2014

Asking To Take Photos: Nope, That’s Not Really ‘Street Photography’

News flash… Walking up to someone and saying, “excuse me, you have an interesting face, can I take your photo?” and then cracking off a few shots while they stand there with that dull and meaningless look on their face (cheesy smiles included) – is NOT street photography.
http://bit.ly/RL74RE

Monday, April 21, 2014

Grit Street Photography Tip: Stand Development For B&W Film

I’ve had multiple requests for a video on my Gritstreet method for developing black and white film. In this video, I summarize the process for preforming a 120 minute “stand development” using Adox Adonal. This method is fantastic for street photographers who “push” their film. Stand development offers high contrast images that preserve shadow detail.
http://bit.ly/1i9D90i

Friday, April 18, 2014

How to clean a DSLR sensor

If your pictures have revealed fine black blurry dots, then you could have a problem with dust on your camera sensor. Cleaning your camera sensor can seem quite daunting, after all it is the most expensive part of the camera and susceptible to damage. This video shows how to clean a DSLR sensor.
http://centralcameratalk.blogspot.com/2014/04/how-to-clean-dslr-sensor.html

Tuesday, April 15, 2014

Time for some Jazz!

I just put two rolls of Tri-X in the tank. Time for some Jazz!
http://youtu.be/CxmOzYnXeBY

An Exhibition of Selected Vivian Maier Photographs

This exhibition puts Maier’s work in the context of her life during a highly creative period from the 1950s through the 1970s. In addition to her recognized street photography, the exhibit features a selection of images that show the artist’s relentless curiosity where she captured images that cover a vast range of subjects and styles.
http://chicagophotojournal.com/an-exhibition-of-selected-vivian-maier-photographs/

Featured Photographer: Mary Ellen Mark

In this video internationally renowned photographer, Mary Ellen Mark discusses her work and career.
http://chicagophotojournal.com/featured-photographer-mary-ellen-mark/

DSLR Sensor Cleaning Service In Chicago!

Are you a Chicago photographer looking for a camera shop that offers sensor cleaning service? Central Camera Company provides sensor cleaning service starting at only $30.00, depending on the camera and the severity of the problem. Bring your camera in today for an free inspection and quote!
http://centralcameracompany.com/2014/03/24/digital-camera-sensor-cleaning-service-in-chicago/

Gritstreet Photo of the Day by, Tone

Photo of the Day By Chicago Street Photography Group member, Tone
http://chicagophotojournal.com/gritstreet-photo-of-the-day-by-tone/

Chicago Street Photography Workshop

If you’re looking to achieve real results with your street photography, you will not want to pass up this opportunity to build your own unique street photography portfolio!
http://www.chuckjines.com/photography-workshops/chicago-street-photography-workshops/

Monday, April 14, 2014