Hallmark introduced its first Valentine’s Day card in 1913 and started producing them in 1916. In 1948, De Beers unveiled its iconic “A diamond is forever” slogan. In 1986, Hersey’s released Valentine’s Day “kisses” with pink and red foil. By 2004, estimates suggest that consumers bought more than 35 million heart-shaped boxes of candy annually.… Continue reading Six ways to capture Valentine’s Day
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500px Global Photography Awards 2021 Winner Reveal
In December, we launched the first annual 500px Global Photography Awards, an initiative created to recognize and highlight the amazing talent within the community. Our Editors came up with four overarching categories that represent the 500px community. Photographers of all skill levels were challenged to submit their best photos to the categories that best suited… Continue reading 500px Global Photography Awards 2021 Winner Reveal
The photographer’s guide to blogging
For years, we’ve found inspiration in blogs created by photographers of all genres. Tristan Zhou has shared gear guides for beginners, while Tanner Wendell Stewart has transported us to the breathtaking landscapes of the Faroe Islands. Through his blog, Benjamin Von Wong shares behind-the-scenes stories from his epic and surreal conservation-themed photoshoots (for this shoot… Continue reading The photographer’s guide to blogging
Are NFTs disrupting the fine art world?
In the past year, contemporary art auctions soared to $2.7 billion, according to research from Artprice, reaching an all-time high after the initial collapse of sales in the early days of the Covid crisis. The rebound can be attributed to a number of factors, including the emergence of NFTs, or “non-fungible tokens.” In March, 22… Continue reading Are NFTs disrupting the fine art world?
Five tips for finding locations for your commercial photoshoots
According to research from Getty Images, home interiors account for almost 10% of popular visuals, further underscoring the importance of finding the right location in commercial lifestyle photography. With many of us spending more time at home than ever over the last two years, we’ve seen new trends emerge, from the rise in home offices… Continue reading Five tips for finding locations for your commercial photoshoots
The importance of community in the NFT space
“I think ‘Fine Art’ is going to become an outdated term,” curator Iris Nevins tells us. “In many ways, it’s used to denote the difference between art that has been ‘approved’ by elitist institutions and art that is not. In the world of NFTs, institutional opinions don’t have the same level of power anymore. It’s… Continue reading The importance of community in the NFT space
How to talk about your work: Eight tips for photographers
When we asked the New York City gallerist Michael Foley to share his advice for aspiring photographers, his answer was simple: “Tell me why you make the work you do.” With that being said, you don’t have to use fancy words or have your thoughts perfectly organized from the get-go. “Leave that up to me… Continue reading How to talk about your work: Eight tips for photographers
How to take your drone photography to the next level
In March of 2021, an 87-second video made by a drone operator, Jay Christensen, went viral, amassing hundreds of thousands of views on social media. Christensen created the video to promote a Minneapolis bowling alley, Bryant Lake Bowl & Theater. In one continuous take, he took us from a bird’s eye view of the exterior,… Continue reading How to take your drone photography to the next level
What to consider when collecting NFTs: Appraisals and investments
In October 2020, an art collector named Pablo Rodriguez-Fraile bought a 10-second video art piece for $66,666.66. In February of 2021, he resold it for $6.6 million. You might not have heard of the artist who created the video a year ago, but chances are, you’ve heard of him since. By March, Mike Winkelmann, known… Continue reading What to consider when collecting NFTs: Appraisals and investments
How NFTs protect artists
In 2005, Dave Roth, an amateur photographer, snapped a picture of Zoë Roth, his four-year-old daughter, during a controlled fire in their neighborhood. In the background, a house was in flames; in the foreground was Zoë, a mischievous smile on her face. Dave entered the photo in a competition, and it won, but it would… Continue reading How NFTs protect artists