One of the most difficult techniques in photography since the test of time is double-exposure photos. Back in the day when these type of photos were being done on film cameras, one could only hope, and wish that a double-exposure photo will come out exactly the way they want it to. With today's camera advancements, you can create a double-exposure photo in-camera (which is … [Read more...]
Fortress of the Sun by Jayant Neogy
CASTANETS IN THE COURTYARD The courtyard of the castle echoes to the sound of clacking castanets. Yet, the castle is neither in Granada nor in Cordoba! Actually, another edition of the Jodhpur Flamenco and Gypsy festival had begun. In early April 2015, Spanish and Rajasthani artists performed here together for 3 days, tastefully combining local folk music and Spanish Flamenco. … [Read more...]
Oh! Calcutta! by Jayant Neogy
Homing Instinct Can you really go back to your past? After all these years, the people you knew and the streets in which you grew up, have all changed except in your fond memories. So, when nostalgia directs your steps home after many a year, what do you really go back to? Surely, it is to memories made up of sights, smells and half remembered faces. But the real ones are all … [Read more...]
The Curse of Kalapani by Jayant Neogy
The Maharaja's Dilemma In 1902, Madho Singh, the Maharaja of Jaipur was losing sleep ever since he had been invited to the Coronation of King Edward VII, Emperor of British India. Usually an honor to be invited to England, he was faced with an epic dilemma. Not to attend would invite the Emperor's wrath, but to cross the ocean or Kalapani would lead to loss of caste, ostracism … [Read more...]
Could this be the ultimate photo bundle?
I know we've shared some photography bundles in the past, but look at this... Ultimate Bundles has put together such an amazing collection of photography products at a really attractive price. And there's multiple bundles you could pick up, instead of just one large one. Beginner Bundle All the resources have been provided by professional, world-renowned photographers who … [Read more...]