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PicsArt Monthly | 1 Monthly Issue #09 | June 2014 A Photographer’s Guide to the USA 8 Killer Tips for Air Show Photography Add Flare to Your Photos

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Another awesome issue of PicsArt Monthly here to inspire you to create and learn! This issue brings you a dazzling array of amazing insight, eye-popping art, and fascinating articles. Here is a bird’s eye view of what to expect in our latest issue.

Transcript of PicsArt Monthly June Issue Art Magazine

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MonthlyIssue 09 | June 2014

A Photographerrsquos Guide to the USA

8 Killer Tips for Air Show

Photography

Add Flare to Your

Photos

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Pro Insight08 | The Many Facets of Travel Light

Inspiration14 | Sharing Moments by the Shore58 | PicsArtist Roxyrsquos Visceral Mobile Art

PicsArt In Action26 | Add Flare to Your Photos

Tutorials30 | 8 Killer Tips for Air Show Photography40 | Creative Edits A City on the Back of an Animal48 | How to Draw Amazing Anime Using PicsArt52 | Design a Summer Vacation Postcard

Whats New68 | PicsArts New amp Exciting Features 74 | A Brief Introduction to Photo History

Interview82 | Celebrity Photographer Jason Bell

Feature102 | Bewitched by Blight104 | A Photographerrsquos Guide to the USA116 | DIY Wall Decorations for Kids Room 118 | Danielrsquos Twisted Animal Crime Lineup

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Follow us

Meet our team

Editor-in-Chief | Arusiak Kanetsyan

Art Editor | Cristina Gevorg

Designer | Ina Sarko

Copy Editor | Arto Vaun Cameron Sheldon

Editorial Contributors | Arto Vaun

Satenig Mirzoyan Mark Gargarian Heather Parry

Special Contributors | Lou Jones Chris Corradino

In-House Photographer | ma_lina

Address PicsArt Inc 800 West El Camino Real Mountain View CA 94040

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Copyright of Socialln Inc ( PicsArt Photo Studio ) 2013 All rights reserved No part of this magazine may be re-used without the written permission of the publisher The content of this magazine is for informational purposes only and is to the best of our knowledge correct at the time of publication PicsArt Photo Studio does not claim any ownership right for the photos in the Magazine All photosif not mentioned otherwise are the property of respective PicsArt users The PicsArt username or photo owner is cited on each photo PicsArt Photo Studio has a non-exclusive royalty-free worldwide limited licence to use modify add to publicly perform publicly display and reproduce PicsArt usersrsquo photos including without limitation distributing part or all of the Magazine in any media formats through any media channels

Wersquore turning the corner into summerrsquos full blast which means sun fun and friends That energy is reflected in the June issue of PicsArt Magazine As you relax and enjoy the summer warmth check out what we have in store in this issuehellip

There are many talented budding artists in the our community In this issue we highlight the work of Roxy HArt who uses PicsArt to mix in photography and drawing resulting in unique works of art Her work is bold honest and well worth checking out

Whatrsquos the one image most people think of when they think of summer The beach We bring you a diverse collection of beach images from different perspectives and regions From industrial ports and desolate beauty to fun-filled party scenes beaches are poetic spaces where the sea meets the land and these photos capture that perfectly

Along with the warmth of summer come the unique shades of sunlight Many photographers strive to capture and play with light Often even pros capture flares and twinkling light by accident PicsArt offers some dazzlingly realistic lens flares that can be inserted during the editing process We provide a helpful article to illustrate the uses of lens flares

Jason Bell is one of the best known portrait photographers working today His work has appeared in magazines like Vanity Fair and Vogue and he has photographed everyone from the royal family to movie stars In this issue Bell talks about his background photos and life as a high profile photographer

Therersquos much more in the June issue of PicsArt Magazine so sit back enjoy the sunshine and check out all the useful entertaining articles and photos

Welcome

As always please give us your feedback at infopicsartcom

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The Many Facets of Travel Lights

By Lou Jones

Straphanging on an overcrowded Green Line subway squeezed between a too young mother with baby stroller and a hipster with a too big backpack I spotted someone carrying a tote bag with the most cryptic logo stenciled on the side TRAVEL LIGHT THINK SMART I was about to dismiss it until I realized how many ways that message might be interpreted I still have no idea what they were advertising but my mind raced

1 If you plan on venturing more than three zip codes away from home and donrsquot want the hassle you can enlist travel services By changing the spelling (Travel LITE) we derive another name for convenience-based travel This often is to made-up locales like Disneyland or Six Flags or household destinations like Paris and Cancun school vacation tours package deals with groups of like-minded tourists and fun-filled resorts as opposed to hard places with names that have no vowels or are necessary to look up in a dictionary

In lieu of hardcore immersion into a new location these excursions offer enjoyment from managed sightseeing where most of the amenities are provided They also scream for ldquoselfierdquo photographs to make your friends back home jealous

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Travel Lite is intended to reduce stress generate new experiences and maximize convenience The terminus may be secondary to the service

2 As an inveterate travel photographer I often tote everything but the kitchen sink Besides cameras and lenses (visas Lomotil GPS) the most obvious is lighting equipment for my assignments Over the past few years I have reduced the size and weight of everything I carry Using speedlights which are small and portable has lightened my burden substantially I suppose you could call the speedlights (Nikon) and speedlites (Canon)TRAVEL LIGHTS

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On the other hand you might also need a nightlight that dangles from the end of your key chain to find the bathroom outhouse or latrine in some one-star motel or campground in Albuquerque or Ayers Rock

3 Abusing the privilege of moving unencumbered across the far reaches of our planet tourists of all types scorch the earth with their expectations culture money politics etc Their mere presence changes things Tourists pollute steal antiquities burden the ecology and stereotype the natives We need to tread lightly or travel light in order to be responsible guests

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There is a famous quote ldquoLeave nothing but footprints take nothing but picturesrdquo It should be the photographerrsquos mantra

4 The most likely meaning for the above slogan is important too As a general rule people who only venture out once in a while carry too much stuff They pack for every contingency--that fancy ball gown--just in case The phrase ldquoPack Right Travel Lightrdquo advises to pack your bags paying attention only to what is absolutely necessary There is nothing more unnecessary than being trapped by heavy luggage It is expensive to get onto planes

Inertia It slows you down You can hurt yourself or others

I try to adhere to a rule donrsquot carry it if you canrsquot run with it I have spent years seeking better designed gear that shaves ounces off my kit Camera bags that give you scoliosis really slow you down unless you are attempting an assignment that requires an inordinate amount of preparation Catching a taxi train or bus overloaded with too much stuff diminishes reasons for traveling in the first place And they are the mark of the ldquougly touristrdquo

5 THINK SMART Well that goes without saying And I had to catch another subway anyway

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Sharing Moments by the ShorePicsArtists Share Their Snapshots of the Sand Sun amp Waves

Beaches are everywhere yet no two beaches are the same Similarly PicsArtists are everywhere yet no two have the same eye or photographic flair When we look at these photos of the seaside collected from a community as large and diverse as PicsArt we cant help but appreciate the experiences we share in common in addition to the idiosyncrasies that make us unique

These photos tell the story of where the water meets the land The beach is a place where people come to do anything and everything - build sandcastles surf go for a swim take a pensive stroll or just sit and enjoy the view As enormous freightliners move in and out of harbors with loads of cargo small groups of beachgoers paddle out in tiny kayaks Birds circle overhead in search of fish or seek refuge ashore only to get chased away by small children

This collection of photos convey the experiences and memories as seen by PicsArtists on various shores scattered around the world They are so vivid you can almost taste the salt or a cool ocean breeze whipping across your face

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Add Flare to Your PhotosMany photographers spend years trying to capture a glimmering lens flare They invest in expensive lenses and strain to catch the light at just the right angle

Historically and for many photographers lens flare is a vexing light that reflects off the glass of your lens ruining an otherwise brilliant shot However the twinkling beauty of lens flare has transformed it from purely accidental into an artform of its own with many pros spending months trying to perfect their lens flare technique

PicsArt eases this process for you by offering some dazzlingly realistic lens flares that can be inserted during the editing process PicsArt lens flares are also fully customizable so you can integrate them seamlessly into your favorite shots Here we demonstrate four of PicsArtrsquos lens flares in action over the same photo each one offering itrsquos own mesmerizing effect And the best part is all they require is one touch

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PICSART IN ACTION

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8 Killer Tips for Air Show Photography

by Chris Corradino

As temperatures warm up around most of the globe its time to once again welcome the return of Air Show season If youve never attended one before get ready for a thrilling event No matter how many times I photograph these high flying performances the power and precision of the pilots never fails to amaze me While they are an astonishing sight the raw speed of the passing jets can make for a challenging photo opportunity This article includes eight essential tips to help you capture the big event in your area

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TUTORIAL Shooting

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Beat the Crowds

Since much of the 2013 flying season was cancelled due to budget cuts this years shows are expected to smash previous attendance records With more than 150000 people jockeying for a good vantage point its essential you arrive 1-2 hours before the show starts This allows you to set up your gear in a prime location with unobstructed views of the action Before settling on a spot scan the horizon for any distractions that could block your lens The performers usually enter from the left and right with their stunts done at show center

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Lens Options

Air shows are usually several hours in duration and longer lenses can get quite heavy Image

stabilization is a nice feature but a tripod will give your arms a break and allow you to

create sharp images consistently While the majority of my aviation work

is shot with longer lenses I find that wide angle lenses are also

useful for performance teams that are spread out in wide

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Camera Settings

In order to freeze the flight of an aircraft travelling over 500 miles per hour youll need a very fast shutter speed For the best results I recommend at least 11000th of a second This is quick enough to stop even the fastest of aircrafts while also preventing camera shaking My exposure is typically around 11000 ISO 400 and f56 These settings are not meant to be exact but merely a starting point Depending on the weather conditions that day adjustments may be necessary

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Autofocus Techniques

Most DSLR cameras feature continuous focusing also known as AI Servo This mode will allow you to track moving subjects Keep your center focusing point over the aircraft with your shutter held halfway down As you follow the plane through your viewfinder the camera will automatically adjust the focus as the aircraft gets closer When you are ready to make an image simply press the shutter all the way down Air Show organizers often arrange photo passes where the pilot flies at a reduced speed Donrsquot get too comfortable though they return to full speed after just a few slow turns

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The Peak of Action

Smoke trails and afterburner effects are great additions to an aviation image Be ready for them as they happen quickly The trails of white smoke are actually created by pumping oil into the exhaust pipe This is particularly interesting when used by an entire formation of planes The patterns of smoke can be used to make for a more artistic composition In addition it adds a bit of contrast to the otherwise plain blue sky I also look to capture the interaction between two planes When pilots are flying side by side with their wings nearly touching a great deal of tension is introduced to the photo By freezing this moment in time you are also showcasing the precision and skill of the daring pilots

Enough Memory

With all of this fast-paced action you will likely burn through many memory cards rapidly I used to bring a portable hard drive with me and download the contents of the card while continuing to shoot This is no longer necessary as large capacity cards of 32GB are now very reasonably priced I like to shoot in RAW format whenever possible However if you are short on memory cards you may want to consider shooting in the LargeFine JPEG format This will allow you to fit more images on the card than RAW

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Capture The Local Color

For an up close look at some of these aircrafts check with your local airport or military base for static displays From the ground you can get a much better look at details like the paint scheme and propellers Depending on the venue you may even be able to climb inside the cockpit Since you will be very close a wide angle lens is the preferred choice here Walk around the entire plane to search for the best angle and create a strong composition

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Capture The Local Color

During the brief pauses in action turn your lens towards the people around you Spectators can often yield some interesting images Maybe its time for a quick selfie as well Pay special attention to any signs that may show the events name These can be used to start and end your gallery of images

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Creative Edits A City on a Back of an AnimalThe PicsArt editor makes really cool editing tricks easily available to anyone who has the will and imagination You can create some really amazing surreal images with PicsArt and to show you what we mean we have created a tutorial on how to raise an entire city on the back of an animal by combining photos and applying effects This tutorial also introduces users to our recently added feature for Android devices which lets users create their own custom clipart Follow these simple steps to become a photo wizard with PicsArt

TUTORIAL Editing

Step 1 Open Your Photo

Upload an animal photo from the Photo section of the main menu Make sure that your photo features a brightly lit animal in front of a dark background

Step 2 Apply the Cinerama Effect to the Main Photo

Select the Effects icon and choose the Cinerama effect from the Fx section of the Effects menu Save and confirm with checkmark

Step 3 Add a New Photo

Select the Add Photo icon and add a photo of the city you want to place on the back of the animal

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Step 4 Apply the Cinerama Effect

Select the top left icon (the Effect icon) from the menu that appears after you add a photo Apply the Cinerama effect just like you did with your main photo

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Step 5 Cut and Create Clipart

Select the Scissors icon from the top menu (ie the Free Crop option) Choose the Lasso option by clicking on the Brush icon Use the lasso to cut out the skyline of your city from the background Press the Save as Clipart button at the top of the screen to save your selection as a clipart image This will save your selection in My Clipart section allowing you to reuse it on any image whenever you need it

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Step 6 Place and Blend the Image

Adjust the size of your city and place it on the back of the animal Select and apply the Lighten blending mode from the menu

below Confirm the changes you have made

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Step 7 Shape Masks

Select the Shape Mask icon and choose a shape to frame your photo Reduce the opacity to around 30 to go with your shot Confirm and save your creation

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How to Draw Amazing Anime

Step by Step Tutorial

Anime has a unique style that has garnered global popularity even fanaticism This tutorial demonstrates how to make your very own anime using PicsArt Drawing Tools and your smart device

See how PicsArt Drawing Tools make drawing fun and easy and use this step by step tutorial to create your very own anime Who knows Maybe one day your anime will become the main character for your own cartoon or comics

TUTORIAL Drawing

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Step 1 Draw the Basic Outline

Draw a basic outline of your anime character using simple strokes in a light blue color so that you will be able to distinguish it from other outlines later on

Step 2 Refine your Outline

Add a new layer and use your previous layer as a guide to draw a more precise outline Delete the layer with the blue outline when finished

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Step 4 Add Color

Use thick colorful brushes to add the basic first layer of colors to your drawing

Step 3 Final Outline

Reduce the opacity and add a new layer for your final outline Trace a final outline using clean and deliberate strokes Make sure you get all of your details exactly right and correct previous mistakes Delete or hide previous outline layer when done

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Step 5 Add Shading

Add a new layer and outline the areas of your drawing you would like to shade Color this outline in black when you are ready

Step 6 Background Color

Reduce the opacity of your shade layer for a more subtle shade Use brighter tones to add lighting and reflection in your drawing Finish your drawing by using a translucent brush to add shading and texture to your background This creates ambiance and gives your anime character that final touch of realism it needs

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Design a Postcard that Encapsulates Summer VacationPicsArt has everything you need to create the perfect postcard using your summer photos With the right combination of masks texts and clipart you can create a professional card that perfectly captures the feelings and images of your fondest summer vacation memories

With this tutorial wersquoll show you an example of how to create a postcard step by step Yoursquoll be surprised at how easy it is to make something look so good in five easy steps

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Step 1 Upload a PhotoUpload a photo from the edit section of the main menu

TUTORIAL Design

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Step 2 Add Shape MaskSelect the Shape Mask icon from the menu bar and choose a shape mask that fits your photo best Customize the color size and opacity of the mask

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Step 3 2nd Shape MaskAdd a second Shape Mask with the same color and opacity as your previous one Reverse the mask by checking the box next to Inverse at the bottom right corner

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Step 4 Add TextPress the Text icon to add text to your postcard Add your text line by line to experiment with different fonts sizes and colors

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Step 5 Add ClipartPress the Clipart icon and choose clipart images to add that go with the theme of your postcard Customize the size and color to complete your postcard

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PicsArtist Roxyrsquos Visceral Mobile ArtThe series of abstract portraits created by PicsArtist Roxy HArt (roxyhart) are gripping Not only is her artwork raw and emotionally charged but it is rendered in a unique artistic fashion - all on her mobile phone

At times Roxy mixes her drawings with photography blending the two togehter with a variety of brush strokes and textures Roxy does not hold back when she faces inner anguish as an artist but rather injects this emotion into her work

Nevertheless some of her portraits are less jarring possessing a softer more poetic touch In these portraits her frustration gives way to melancholy as she tones down stark reds and peppers her portraits with faded yellows purples and blues

Not long ago terms like ldquomobile artrdquo were easily dismissed by the fine art mainstream but PicsArtists like Roxy prove that a tablet or smartphone can be just as powerful as a canvas and paintbrush The following collection of portraits by Roxy illustrate that even without the traditional tools mobile artwork retains emotion and authenticity

INSPIRATION Drawing

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WHATS NEW

PicsArtrsquos Exciting New Features for iOS and Android Devices

PicsArt recently released some exciting updates for Android and iOS Most of the new features were available for both platforms but they had their slight differences

The update included two new effects Dodger and Vintage Ivory The former softens your photo with pale colors and ambient lighting while the latter is inspired by vintage color palettes and resolutions but with a new whiter and brighter twist

PicsArt also gave users the ability to customize the colors of PicsArt Masks with a new Hue slider Shape masks offer the opportunity to choose from a variety of shapes to overlay on your photos and they have been made even better recently - by adding the option to customize them by texture in addition to the previously available color and opacity

For a quick fix and speedy share of an image we introduced the Auto Enhance tool which automatically brings you the basic best version of your image while still allowing you to customize in small ways

In addition to these commonly shared updates the two platforms have some differences as well iOS users can now customize their collages by adjusting the inner borders and can choose from a whole new variety of pre-made grids iOS users will also be excited about our updates in the Social Network as written tags and usernames written out in comments or photo descriptions now automatically become links to what they are referencing This will make it easier for users to discover each other as well as trending tags

Donrsquot worry Android users you have some cool stuff too We know that photo stealing has become an issue in our network so we have removed the save option for photos Now only photos that have freetoedit tag can be saved and reused by others If you do not tag your miages with that tag no one will be able to save them We hope that this will help prevent photo theft and preserve the artistic rights of our creative userbase

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A Brief Introduction to Photo History

Although photography as we know it is among the youngest of the major art forms its history can be traced back to ancient times Chinese philosopher Mo-Zi discussed the principles of a camera obscura in the 4th or 5th century BCE For two thousand years it was known as a small dark room (or box) with a tiny hole in one wall through which light shone and projected an inverted image

During the late 1500s Giambattista della Portia perfected its design by adding a convex lens to the hole making a sharper more detailed image Camera obscuras allowed artists to trace a scene in ink for a more faithful reproduction

The Early Days of Image Processing

The 18th and 19th centuries saw a multitude of methods for image processing and creation In 1727 Johann Schulze mixed chalk silver and nitric acid - a very early photosensitive compound - noting that one side of the flask darkened when exposed to sunlight In 1816 Joseph Niceacutephore Nieacutepce created the worlds first photograph by coating a metal plate in a silver chloride solution and exposing it to light for 8 hours However he did not discover a way of permanently fixing

the image for another decadeWilliam Henry Fox Talbot applied Nieacutepces recipe to paper in 1834 fixing the images with a salt solution and eventually patenting the first paper negative as the ldquoCalotyperdquo in 1841

Meanwhile Louis Daguerre was creating the Daguerrotype by coating copper sheets in silver iodide creating a metal negative which he developed in a solution of mercury These two inventions lead to the creation of photography To that end on August 19 1839 the French government publicly acknowledged the invention of photography

The first glass negative was made by Frederick Scott Archer in 1851 using a wet plate collodion process During the 1850s the tintype photograph emerged this made the negative image appear positive by exposing it onto a dark-coloured metal sheet coated with collodion which made the shadows appear light and the highlights dark

In 1861 James Clerk-Maxwell realized that he could photograph a scene three times through a red blue and green filter and project the images on top of each other to create a full-colour image

Finally in 1871 Richard Leach Maddox suspended the silver solution in gelatin creating the dry emulsion which sent photography skyrocketing It was applied first to glass negatives but would later find its way onto the thin plastic film that made photography possible for the public at large

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The Photographic Boom

By 1878 glass plate negatives were being manufactured commercially and in 1880 George Eastman opened what would become the Eastman-Kodak company Within ten years he was producing roll film and in 1900 released the first personal camera the Kodak Brownie In 1907 the Lumiegravere Brothers released the first commercial colour film

Oscar Barnack working for Leitz microscopes pushed camera invention forward in 1914 with the first 35mm camera which was improved upon and released in 1924 as the first Leica camera 1936 saw the introduction of the modern SLR (single-lens reflex camera) as well as the legendary Kodachrome film which finally made colour photography popular Polaroid would release instant black-and-white film in 1948 followed by the colour version in 1963

Students from the Emerson School for GirlsSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

Medium Daguerreotype

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Unidentified Woman in Nine Oval ViewsSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

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The Digital Takeover

The first digital camera was invented in 1975 by Steve Sasson of Kodak using CCD sensor technology invented by Willard Boyle and George Smith in 1969 The birth of auto focus came with Minoltas Maxxum in 1985 paving the way for the worlds first commercially-available digital SLR ndash Kodaks 13 megapixel DCS-100 which sold in 1991 for $30000 USD Eight years later Nikon would wrestle away Kodaks dominance of the photo industry with the release of the D1 a 27MP model which went for a comparatively modest $6000

In 2003 Canon released the Digital Rebel the first consumer-level DSLR with a price tag under $1000 followed two years later by the first full-frame digital camera the 5D

Adobe hopped on the digital wave with the creation of Photoshop in 1990

A decade later the first camera phone was developed by Sharp in the early years of the new millennium Kodak ceased all production of film cameras in 2004 and even though the variety has been pared down they continue to produce film for the die-hard analog market

In the past ten years the major camera companies have focused their research and development almost entirely on improving their digital technology which has now begun to plateau The possibilities for future ingenuity now lay wide open with endless photographic possibilities waiting just over the horizon

The Reading EstablishmentAttributed to William Henry Fox Talbot (British 1800ndash1877)

Medium Salted paper prints from paper negatives

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Lola MontezSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

Medium Daguerreotype

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Lemuel ShawSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

Medium Daguerreotype

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Louis-Jacques-Mandeacute DaguerreJohn Jabez Edwin Mayall (British Oldham Lancashire 1813ndash1901 West Sussex)

Medium Albumen silver print from glass negative

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View Down Brattle Street from the Southworth amp Hawes Studio at 5 12 Tremont Row Boston

Southworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)Medium Daguerreotype

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Interview with Celebrity Photographer Jason Bell Having shot for publications like Vanity Fair Vogue photographed royals and had some of his work submitted into Britainrsquos National Portrait Gallery Jason Bell has cemented his place as one of the foremost portrait photographers of his generation He has published four books and received more accolades than we have room to mention In any case Jasonrsquos work is the gold-standard when it comes to peering past the face and into the soul of subject model or celebrity His work has fascinated us for some time so we interviewed him to learn more about his work and career

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INERVIEW

All images by and copyright of Jason Bell

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How did you become a photographer

I just always was I took pictures a lot as a child and then when I was at school I was given the keys to the school dark room which I remember finding a magical place It just carried on from there

You actually studied Politics Philosophy and Economics at Oxford and as of today you have photographed some of the most powerful individuals on earth from presidents to royals Is there a correlation there

I am a strong believer in researching the people I photograph so I think it helps that my education has given me an understanding of what some of them do

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What was it like to take the official christening photographs of Prince George

It was an honour to be asked Everyone kept telling me beforehand how nervous I would be and that I must be so stressed But I actually felt very relaxed throughout They gave me all the time I needed to prepare and were very friendly and relaxed I enjoyed it

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Many of your photos are part of the permanent collection of the National Portrait Gallery the United Kingdomrsquos official gallery for portraits of historical British people Your work is national history How does this feel

I try not to think of it in those terms but more about what I want to say about the person Irsquom photographing or what I can encourage them to reveal

Are there any portraits of yours in the National Portrait Gallery that stand out as favourites

My favourites tend to be favourites because they are people I have felt a particular connection with or even become friends with I try to do that with everyone I photograph but obviously it happens with some people more than others

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Yoursquove captured a lot of artists and entertainers as well What is it like photographing celebrities

I am lucky in that I photographed some famous people very early on in my career so I got used to it very quickly and it is not something that I find difficult to deal with at all now They are just people like everybody else and usually enjoy being treated as such

You did the movie posters for modern British classic like Billy Elliot and Love Actually How is shooting a movie poster different from capturing a portrait

It tends to be much more art directed so I have less freedom to just do what I want and have to follow a brief more carefully In those instances I try to follow that brief and then give them something in addition that they maybe didnrsquot know they wanted

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Have you ever photographed someone who had maybe been a role model of some kind for you or maybe just admired greatly

Yes - very early on in my career I was sent to Iceland to photograph Bjork I had been listening to that first album of hers all summer and so was a bit of a fan It actually kind of got in the way initially me being a fan and I had to get past that as quickly as possible to find the person I wanted to photograph

What was the most surreal moment you ever experienced during a photography shoot

I was shooting a campaign for the Royal Opera House of a Chinese opera singer called Liping Zhang in a beautiful area near the Mongolian border We were assured the weather would be OK since it was late spring but a freak snowstorm came through so we were all freezing and inappropriately dressed and we had to bundle her up in Chinese army coats to keep her warm and at the last moment there was so much snow we couldnrsquot even drive her to the spot where I wanted to photograph her so in order to get her there we had to rent a camel to put her on

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What advice would you give to amatuer photographers

Many of the students and amateurs who come to see me show me a little bit of everything That is unlikely to get you commissioned when you are starting out So I think itrsquos better to concentrate on one thing and do it very well at the beginning and then when that goes well you can branch out

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Bewitched by BlightA building in ruins hangs together by what seems like threads One of the upper floors sags precariously just inches above the head of a young woman who strolls absent-mindedly with a teddy-bear in hand It seems possible that at any moment the whole structure could come crashing down Lady Luck we presume

Danny Aguirre (danny-aguirre-142) is the PicsArtist responsible for this Photo of the Month entitled Lady Luck Aguirre edited this image to perfection transplanting a young lively and vibrant woman into a world of decay In this manner the photo speaks to us through contrast

Darkly lit ruins once full of life now sit forgotten surrounded by sick yellow skies The deteriorating building bears down on an unwary and carefree youth (Lady Luck) ambling at the mercy of its behemonth broken structure In this peculiar and eerie scene Aguirre captivates his audience while conveying the promise of the unexpected

In an ever-changing world Aguirre has captured the aesthetic beauty of a building that has passed its prime However in its old age the building has become something else entirely a peculiar and curious space open to imaginative interpretation This is perhaps the luck that the young lady pictured in the image and Aguirres audience have stumbled upon an unexpected opportunity to reflect on the present in light of the past Through his creative vision Aguirre allows us to study ourselves and the physical structures we leave behind for future generations

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A Photographerrsquos Guide to the US

The most unique shots in America and where to get them

Kelso San Dunes Mojave Desert

If yoursquore looking for a unique photography opportunity head for the Kelso Sand Dunes - mountainous piles of sand that seem to spring up from nowhere in the middle of the Mojave Desert The tallest dunes can rise up to 650 feet above the surrounding terrain In this setting a well-timed hike might allow you photograph the sunset from a phenomenal vantage point A couple words of caution be sure to take a flashlight in order to get back to your car and never go alone

If you donrsquot make it to the sand dunes dont despair The spectacular darkness of the Mojave desert translates into spectacular nighttime photography With almost no ambient light (apart from the stars and the vague glow over the horizon coming from Las Vegas) the Mojave is the perfect place to experiment with time lapse night shots and double exposures This is a surefire way to snap some fantastic shots

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The Redwood Forests California

If you drive down the west coast of California on Route 1 yoursquoll suddenly find yourself in a magical landscape of trees so tall that you feel like a tiny critter The redwood forests in California are truly a sight to behold and the deep ochre of the tree barks is spectacular to see

Driving through this area is fantastic but make sure that you park up and go exploring with your camera This is one of the best places for nature photography The way the light streams through the canopy in the late afternoon is nothing short of breathtaking a must see for every photographer

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Tucson Arizona

Tucson may not seem like a photographerrsquos haven and if you visit in July when the temperatures soar to over 100 degrees Fahrenheit it certainly wonrsquot feel like it either However the landscape of this often-forgotten city makes for some truly breathtaking sunsets and sunrises where flat land gives way to gorgeous mountains ensconced by sunlight

If you visit Tucson youll also find that it is an unlikely hotbed of culture and art With a history that goes back much further than many of its neighbors in the south west Tucson boasts remarkable architecture historic neighborhoods and museums not to mention the Mission San Xavier del Bac an 18th-century mission that is still functioning Whats more the city has a distinctly Western flavor in light of pervasive Native American and Mexican influences After the sun goes down yoursquoll also find art events and bars alive with music and bonding in a comfy college-town atmosphere which means that you can capture some great shots of people simply being themselves

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DIY Wall Decorations for Kids Room

Artists start young so here we want to show how you can nurture art into a child by decorating his room so he starts seeing and valuing creativity from his early days

This DIY tutorial is so easy to do that if you have elder children you can involve them in the process of making these awsome wall hangings Make a collage in minutes that will be an impressive surprise for everyone and give you a proud piece of original artwork to hang on the wall in your kids room

For this project yoursquoll need a color printer markers scissors glue 2 pieces of ordinary cardboard and 4 equal-sized colorfull cardboards or canvas

Step 1 PrintFind some awesome characters online by either browsing clipart in the PicsArt Shop or googling cartoon images Also print out some basic colors or patterns to cut into shapes If you dont like the color of your background cardboards or canvases you can either color them with paint or print out patterns to make your backgrounds more colorful

Step 2 CutCut out your characters carefully and glue them on cardboard Now cut out the cardboard in the shape of your characters Be sure to cut out shapes for the scenery of your collage like clouds and trees There is no need to glue them on an additional cardboard if you do not want to make them look 3D

Step 3 Create 3D ElementsIdentify some parts of the animals you want to highlight like tails eyes or ears Cut out two of those parts from cardboard and glue one over the other so that the one with patterns stays on top

Step 4 GlueGlue your shapes onto 4 pieces of cardboard Start with the scenery (trees and clouds) then glue on your characters then glue on their cool colored double-layered body parts to make them stand out As a result you will have 3D-like animals or any other items you want

Step 6 Draw Parts and Write MessagesYou can draw some fine elements into your collage using ordinary colorful markers You can also write a message on your collage with a marker Your creations are now ready to make your child smile

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Danielrsquos Twisted Animal Crime LineupGreat artists know how to turn heads with their art and that is certainly the case with PicsArtist of the Month Daniel (n3cr0n0m1c0n) However when he turns heads he turns them into something else Daniel has recently unveiled a series of photos that replace the head of a human body with various animal heads - the only exception being an awesome Star Wars stormtrooper helmet

In each photo of the series Daniels body dons a different head Nevertheless he is shown wearing the same clothes - a leather jacket with a zipper that runs diagonally across his torso into the side of his collar The thing about Danielrsquos photos is that the details of their construction work really well together to create a dark artistic vision with grungy undertones

Despite this odd synergy each photo is posed with a nonchalance that seems to undermine the strangeness of it all every shot displaying the emotional expression of a criminal lineup or mugshot The body takes on a neutral stance and the animal heads stare with vacant expressions as if silently counting the seconds for the camera shutter to click so they can walk off and do something else The overall emotional effect is weird uneasy slightly comic and extremely captivating

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Pro Insight08 | The Many Facets of Travel Light

Inspiration14 | Sharing Moments by the Shore58 | PicsArtist Roxyrsquos Visceral Mobile Art

PicsArt In Action26 | Add Flare to Your Photos

Tutorials30 | 8 Killer Tips for Air Show Photography40 | Creative Edits A City on the Back of an Animal48 | How to Draw Amazing Anime Using PicsArt52 | Design a Summer Vacation Postcard

Whats New68 | PicsArts New amp Exciting Features 74 | A Brief Introduction to Photo History

Interview82 | Celebrity Photographer Jason Bell

Feature102 | Bewitched by Blight104 | A Photographerrsquos Guide to the USA116 | DIY Wall Decorations for Kids Room 118 | Danielrsquos Twisted Animal Crime Lineup

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Meet our team

Editor-in-Chief | Arusiak Kanetsyan

Art Editor | Cristina Gevorg

Designer | Ina Sarko

Copy Editor | Arto Vaun Cameron Sheldon

Editorial Contributors | Arto Vaun

Satenig Mirzoyan Mark Gargarian Heather Parry

Special Contributors | Lou Jones Chris Corradino

In-House Photographer | ma_lina

Address PicsArt Inc 800 West El Camino Real Mountain View CA 94040

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Copyright of Socialln Inc ( PicsArt Photo Studio ) 2013 All rights reserved No part of this magazine may be re-used without the written permission of the publisher The content of this magazine is for informational purposes only and is to the best of our knowledge correct at the time of publication PicsArt Photo Studio does not claim any ownership right for the photos in the Magazine All photosif not mentioned otherwise are the property of respective PicsArt users The PicsArt username or photo owner is cited on each photo PicsArt Photo Studio has a non-exclusive royalty-free worldwide limited licence to use modify add to publicly perform publicly display and reproduce PicsArt usersrsquo photos including without limitation distributing part or all of the Magazine in any media formats through any media channels

Wersquore turning the corner into summerrsquos full blast which means sun fun and friends That energy is reflected in the June issue of PicsArt Magazine As you relax and enjoy the summer warmth check out what we have in store in this issuehellip

There are many talented budding artists in the our community In this issue we highlight the work of Roxy HArt who uses PicsArt to mix in photography and drawing resulting in unique works of art Her work is bold honest and well worth checking out

Whatrsquos the one image most people think of when they think of summer The beach We bring you a diverse collection of beach images from different perspectives and regions From industrial ports and desolate beauty to fun-filled party scenes beaches are poetic spaces where the sea meets the land and these photos capture that perfectly

Along with the warmth of summer come the unique shades of sunlight Many photographers strive to capture and play with light Often even pros capture flares and twinkling light by accident PicsArt offers some dazzlingly realistic lens flares that can be inserted during the editing process We provide a helpful article to illustrate the uses of lens flares

Jason Bell is one of the best known portrait photographers working today His work has appeared in magazines like Vanity Fair and Vogue and he has photographed everyone from the royal family to movie stars In this issue Bell talks about his background photos and life as a high profile photographer

Therersquos much more in the June issue of PicsArt Magazine so sit back enjoy the sunshine and check out all the useful entertaining articles and photos

Welcome

As always please give us your feedback at infopicsartcom

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The Many Facets of Travel Lights

By Lou Jones

Straphanging on an overcrowded Green Line subway squeezed between a too young mother with baby stroller and a hipster with a too big backpack I spotted someone carrying a tote bag with the most cryptic logo stenciled on the side TRAVEL LIGHT THINK SMART I was about to dismiss it until I realized how many ways that message might be interpreted I still have no idea what they were advertising but my mind raced

1 If you plan on venturing more than three zip codes away from home and donrsquot want the hassle you can enlist travel services By changing the spelling (Travel LITE) we derive another name for convenience-based travel This often is to made-up locales like Disneyland or Six Flags or household destinations like Paris and Cancun school vacation tours package deals with groups of like-minded tourists and fun-filled resorts as opposed to hard places with names that have no vowels or are necessary to look up in a dictionary

In lieu of hardcore immersion into a new location these excursions offer enjoyment from managed sightseeing where most of the amenities are provided They also scream for ldquoselfierdquo photographs to make your friends back home jealous

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Travel Lite is intended to reduce stress generate new experiences and maximize convenience The terminus may be secondary to the service

2 As an inveterate travel photographer I often tote everything but the kitchen sink Besides cameras and lenses (visas Lomotil GPS) the most obvious is lighting equipment for my assignments Over the past few years I have reduced the size and weight of everything I carry Using speedlights which are small and portable has lightened my burden substantially I suppose you could call the speedlights (Nikon) and speedlites (Canon)TRAVEL LIGHTS

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On the other hand you might also need a nightlight that dangles from the end of your key chain to find the bathroom outhouse or latrine in some one-star motel or campground in Albuquerque or Ayers Rock

3 Abusing the privilege of moving unencumbered across the far reaches of our planet tourists of all types scorch the earth with their expectations culture money politics etc Their mere presence changes things Tourists pollute steal antiquities burden the ecology and stereotype the natives We need to tread lightly or travel light in order to be responsible guests

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There is a famous quote ldquoLeave nothing but footprints take nothing but picturesrdquo It should be the photographerrsquos mantra

4 The most likely meaning for the above slogan is important too As a general rule people who only venture out once in a while carry too much stuff They pack for every contingency--that fancy ball gown--just in case The phrase ldquoPack Right Travel Lightrdquo advises to pack your bags paying attention only to what is absolutely necessary There is nothing more unnecessary than being trapped by heavy luggage It is expensive to get onto planes

Inertia It slows you down You can hurt yourself or others

I try to adhere to a rule donrsquot carry it if you canrsquot run with it I have spent years seeking better designed gear that shaves ounces off my kit Camera bags that give you scoliosis really slow you down unless you are attempting an assignment that requires an inordinate amount of preparation Catching a taxi train or bus overloaded with too much stuff diminishes reasons for traveling in the first place And they are the mark of the ldquougly touristrdquo

5 THINK SMART Well that goes without saying And I had to catch another subway anyway

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Sharing Moments by the ShorePicsArtists Share Their Snapshots of the Sand Sun amp Waves

Beaches are everywhere yet no two beaches are the same Similarly PicsArtists are everywhere yet no two have the same eye or photographic flair When we look at these photos of the seaside collected from a community as large and diverse as PicsArt we cant help but appreciate the experiences we share in common in addition to the idiosyncrasies that make us unique

These photos tell the story of where the water meets the land The beach is a place where people come to do anything and everything - build sandcastles surf go for a swim take a pensive stroll or just sit and enjoy the view As enormous freightliners move in and out of harbors with loads of cargo small groups of beachgoers paddle out in tiny kayaks Birds circle overhead in search of fish or seek refuge ashore only to get chased away by small children

This collection of photos convey the experiences and memories as seen by PicsArtists on various shores scattered around the world They are so vivid you can almost taste the salt or a cool ocean breeze whipping across your face

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Add Flare to Your PhotosMany photographers spend years trying to capture a glimmering lens flare They invest in expensive lenses and strain to catch the light at just the right angle

Historically and for many photographers lens flare is a vexing light that reflects off the glass of your lens ruining an otherwise brilliant shot However the twinkling beauty of lens flare has transformed it from purely accidental into an artform of its own with many pros spending months trying to perfect their lens flare technique

PicsArt eases this process for you by offering some dazzlingly realistic lens flares that can be inserted during the editing process PicsArt lens flares are also fully customizable so you can integrate them seamlessly into your favorite shots Here we demonstrate four of PicsArtrsquos lens flares in action over the same photo each one offering itrsquos own mesmerizing effect And the best part is all they require is one touch

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8 Killer Tips for Air Show Photography

by Chris Corradino

As temperatures warm up around most of the globe its time to once again welcome the return of Air Show season If youve never attended one before get ready for a thrilling event No matter how many times I photograph these high flying performances the power and precision of the pilots never fails to amaze me While they are an astonishing sight the raw speed of the passing jets can make for a challenging photo opportunity This article includes eight essential tips to help you capture the big event in your area

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TUTORIAL Shooting

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Beat the Crowds

Since much of the 2013 flying season was cancelled due to budget cuts this years shows are expected to smash previous attendance records With more than 150000 people jockeying for a good vantage point its essential you arrive 1-2 hours before the show starts This allows you to set up your gear in a prime location with unobstructed views of the action Before settling on a spot scan the horizon for any distractions that could block your lens The performers usually enter from the left and right with their stunts done at show center

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Lens Options

Air shows are usually several hours in duration and longer lenses can get quite heavy Image

stabilization is a nice feature but a tripod will give your arms a break and allow you to

create sharp images consistently While the majority of my aviation work

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Camera Settings

In order to freeze the flight of an aircraft travelling over 500 miles per hour youll need a very fast shutter speed For the best results I recommend at least 11000th of a second This is quick enough to stop even the fastest of aircrafts while also preventing camera shaking My exposure is typically around 11000 ISO 400 and f56 These settings are not meant to be exact but merely a starting point Depending on the weather conditions that day adjustments may be necessary

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Autofocus Techniques

Most DSLR cameras feature continuous focusing also known as AI Servo This mode will allow you to track moving subjects Keep your center focusing point over the aircraft with your shutter held halfway down As you follow the plane through your viewfinder the camera will automatically adjust the focus as the aircraft gets closer When you are ready to make an image simply press the shutter all the way down Air Show organizers often arrange photo passes where the pilot flies at a reduced speed Donrsquot get too comfortable though they return to full speed after just a few slow turns

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The Peak of Action

Smoke trails and afterburner effects are great additions to an aviation image Be ready for them as they happen quickly The trails of white smoke are actually created by pumping oil into the exhaust pipe This is particularly interesting when used by an entire formation of planes The patterns of smoke can be used to make for a more artistic composition In addition it adds a bit of contrast to the otherwise plain blue sky I also look to capture the interaction between two planes When pilots are flying side by side with their wings nearly touching a great deal of tension is introduced to the photo By freezing this moment in time you are also showcasing the precision and skill of the daring pilots

Enough Memory

With all of this fast-paced action you will likely burn through many memory cards rapidly I used to bring a portable hard drive with me and download the contents of the card while continuing to shoot This is no longer necessary as large capacity cards of 32GB are now very reasonably priced I like to shoot in RAW format whenever possible However if you are short on memory cards you may want to consider shooting in the LargeFine JPEG format This will allow you to fit more images on the card than RAW

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Capture The Local Color

For an up close look at some of these aircrafts check with your local airport or military base for static displays From the ground you can get a much better look at details like the paint scheme and propellers Depending on the venue you may even be able to climb inside the cockpit Since you will be very close a wide angle lens is the preferred choice here Walk around the entire plane to search for the best angle and create a strong composition

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Capture The Local Color

During the brief pauses in action turn your lens towards the people around you Spectators can often yield some interesting images Maybe its time for a quick selfie as well Pay special attention to any signs that may show the events name These can be used to start and end your gallery of images

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Creative Edits A City on a Back of an AnimalThe PicsArt editor makes really cool editing tricks easily available to anyone who has the will and imagination You can create some really amazing surreal images with PicsArt and to show you what we mean we have created a tutorial on how to raise an entire city on the back of an animal by combining photos and applying effects This tutorial also introduces users to our recently added feature for Android devices which lets users create their own custom clipart Follow these simple steps to become a photo wizard with PicsArt

TUTORIAL Editing

Step 1 Open Your Photo

Upload an animal photo from the Photo section of the main menu Make sure that your photo features a brightly lit animal in front of a dark background

Step 2 Apply the Cinerama Effect to the Main Photo

Select the Effects icon and choose the Cinerama effect from the Fx section of the Effects menu Save and confirm with checkmark

Step 3 Add a New Photo

Select the Add Photo icon and add a photo of the city you want to place on the back of the animal

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Step 4 Apply the Cinerama Effect

Select the top left icon (the Effect icon) from the menu that appears after you add a photo Apply the Cinerama effect just like you did with your main photo

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Step 5 Cut and Create Clipart

Select the Scissors icon from the top menu (ie the Free Crop option) Choose the Lasso option by clicking on the Brush icon Use the lasso to cut out the skyline of your city from the background Press the Save as Clipart button at the top of the screen to save your selection as a clipart image This will save your selection in My Clipart section allowing you to reuse it on any image whenever you need it

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Step 6 Place and Blend the Image

Adjust the size of your city and place it on the back of the animal Select and apply the Lighten blending mode from the menu

below Confirm the changes you have made

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Step 7 Shape Masks

Select the Shape Mask icon and choose a shape to frame your photo Reduce the opacity to around 30 to go with your shot Confirm and save your creation

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How to Draw Amazing Anime

Step by Step Tutorial

Anime has a unique style that has garnered global popularity even fanaticism This tutorial demonstrates how to make your very own anime using PicsArt Drawing Tools and your smart device

See how PicsArt Drawing Tools make drawing fun and easy and use this step by step tutorial to create your very own anime Who knows Maybe one day your anime will become the main character for your own cartoon or comics

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Step 1 Draw the Basic Outline

Draw a basic outline of your anime character using simple strokes in a light blue color so that you will be able to distinguish it from other outlines later on

Step 2 Refine your Outline

Add a new layer and use your previous layer as a guide to draw a more precise outline Delete the layer with the blue outline when finished

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Step 4 Add Color

Use thick colorful brushes to add the basic first layer of colors to your drawing

Step 3 Final Outline

Reduce the opacity and add a new layer for your final outline Trace a final outline using clean and deliberate strokes Make sure you get all of your details exactly right and correct previous mistakes Delete or hide previous outline layer when done

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Step 5 Add Shading

Add a new layer and outline the areas of your drawing you would like to shade Color this outline in black when you are ready

Step 6 Background Color

Reduce the opacity of your shade layer for a more subtle shade Use brighter tones to add lighting and reflection in your drawing Finish your drawing by using a translucent brush to add shading and texture to your background This creates ambiance and gives your anime character that final touch of realism it needs

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Design a Postcard that Encapsulates Summer VacationPicsArt has everything you need to create the perfect postcard using your summer photos With the right combination of masks texts and clipart you can create a professional card that perfectly captures the feelings and images of your fondest summer vacation memories

With this tutorial wersquoll show you an example of how to create a postcard step by step Yoursquoll be surprised at how easy it is to make something look so good in five easy steps

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Step 1 Upload a PhotoUpload a photo from the edit section of the main menu

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Step 2 Add Shape MaskSelect the Shape Mask icon from the menu bar and choose a shape mask that fits your photo best Customize the color size and opacity of the mask

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Step 3 2nd Shape MaskAdd a second Shape Mask with the same color and opacity as your previous one Reverse the mask by checking the box next to Inverse at the bottom right corner

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Step 4 Add TextPress the Text icon to add text to your postcard Add your text line by line to experiment with different fonts sizes and colors

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Step 5 Add ClipartPress the Clipart icon and choose clipart images to add that go with the theme of your postcard Customize the size and color to complete your postcard

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PicsArtist Roxyrsquos Visceral Mobile ArtThe series of abstract portraits created by PicsArtist Roxy HArt (roxyhart) are gripping Not only is her artwork raw and emotionally charged but it is rendered in a unique artistic fashion - all on her mobile phone

At times Roxy mixes her drawings with photography blending the two togehter with a variety of brush strokes and textures Roxy does not hold back when she faces inner anguish as an artist but rather injects this emotion into her work

Nevertheless some of her portraits are less jarring possessing a softer more poetic touch In these portraits her frustration gives way to melancholy as she tones down stark reds and peppers her portraits with faded yellows purples and blues

Not long ago terms like ldquomobile artrdquo were easily dismissed by the fine art mainstream but PicsArtists like Roxy prove that a tablet or smartphone can be just as powerful as a canvas and paintbrush The following collection of portraits by Roxy illustrate that even without the traditional tools mobile artwork retains emotion and authenticity

INSPIRATION Drawing

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WHATS NEW

PicsArtrsquos Exciting New Features for iOS and Android Devices

PicsArt recently released some exciting updates for Android and iOS Most of the new features were available for both platforms but they had their slight differences

The update included two new effects Dodger and Vintage Ivory The former softens your photo with pale colors and ambient lighting while the latter is inspired by vintage color palettes and resolutions but with a new whiter and brighter twist

PicsArt also gave users the ability to customize the colors of PicsArt Masks with a new Hue slider Shape masks offer the opportunity to choose from a variety of shapes to overlay on your photos and they have been made even better recently - by adding the option to customize them by texture in addition to the previously available color and opacity

For a quick fix and speedy share of an image we introduced the Auto Enhance tool which automatically brings you the basic best version of your image while still allowing you to customize in small ways

In addition to these commonly shared updates the two platforms have some differences as well iOS users can now customize their collages by adjusting the inner borders and can choose from a whole new variety of pre-made grids iOS users will also be excited about our updates in the Social Network as written tags and usernames written out in comments or photo descriptions now automatically become links to what they are referencing This will make it easier for users to discover each other as well as trending tags

Donrsquot worry Android users you have some cool stuff too We know that photo stealing has become an issue in our network so we have removed the save option for photos Now only photos that have freetoedit tag can be saved and reused by others If you do not tag your miages with that tag no one will be able to save them We hope that this will help prevent photo theft and preserve the artistic rights of our creative userbase

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A Brief Introduction to Photo History

Although photography as we know it is among the youngest of the major art forms its history can be traced back to ancient times Chinese philosopher Mo-Zi discussed the principles of a camera obscura in the 4th or 5th century BCE For two thousand years it was known as a small dark room (or box) with a tiny hole in one wall through which light shone and projected an inverted image

During the late 1500s Giambattista della Portia perfected its design by adding a convex lens to the hole making a sharper more detailed image Camera obscuras allowed artists to trace a scene in ink for a more faithful reproduction

The Early Days of Image Processing

The 18th and 19th centuries saw a multitude of methods for image processing and creation In 1727 Johann Schulze mixed chalk silver and nitric acid - a very early photosensitive compound - noting that one side of the flask darkened when exposed to sunlight In 1816 Joseph Niceacutephore Nieacutepce created the worlds first photograph by coating a metal plate in a silver chloride solution and exposing it to light for 8 hours However he did not discover a way of permanently fixing

the image for another decadeWilliam Henry Fox Talbot applied Nieacutepces recipe to paper in 1834 fixing the images with a salt solution and eventually patenting the first paper negative as the ldquoCalotyperdquo in 1841

Meanwhile Louis Daguerre was creating the Daguerrotype by coating copper sheets in silver iodide creating a metal negative which he developed in a solution of mercury These two inventions lead to the creation of photography To that end on August 19 1839 the French government publicly acknowledged the invention of photography

The first glass negative was made by Frederick Scott Archer in 1851 using a wet plate collodion process During the 1850s the tintype photograph emerged this made the negative image appear positive by exposing it onto a dark-coloured metal sheet coated with collodion which made the shadows appear light and the highlights dark

In 1861 James Clerk-Maxwell realized that he could photograph a scene three times through a red blue and green filter and project the images on top of each other to create a full-colour image

Finally in 1871 Richard Leach Maddox suspended the silver solution in gelatin creating the dry emulsion which sent photography skyrocketing It was applied first to glass negatives but would later find its way onto the thin plastic film that made photography possible for the public at large

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The Photographic Boom

By 1878 glass plate negatives were being manufactured commercially and in 1880 George Eastman opened what would become the Eastman-Kodak company Within ten years he was producing roll film and in 1900 released the first personal camera the Kodak Brownie In 1907 the Lumiegravere Brothers released the first commercial colour film

Oscar Barnack working for Leitz microscopes pushed camera invention forward in 1914 with the first 35mm camera which was improved upon and released in 1924 as the first Leica camera 1936 saw the introduction of the modern SLR (single-lens reflex camera) as well as the legendary Kodachrome film which finally made colour photography popular Polaroid would release instant black-and-white film in 1948 followed by the colour version in 1963

Students from the Emerson School for GirlsSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

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Unidentified Woman in Nine Oval ViewsSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

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The Digital Takeover

The first digital camera was invented in 1975 by Steve Sasson of Kodak using CCD sensor technology invented by Willard Boyle and George Smith in 1969 The birth of auto focus came with Minoltas Maxxum in 1985 paving the way for the worlds first commercially-available digital SLR ndash Kodaks 13 megapixel DCS-100 which sold in 1991 for $30000 USD Eight years later Nikon would wrestle away Kodaks dominance of the photo industry with the release of the D1 a 27MP model which went for a comparatively modest $6000

In 2003 Canon released the Digital Rebel the first consumer-level DSLR with a price tag under $1000 followed two years later by the first full-frame digital camera the 5D

Adobe hopped on the digital wave with the creation of Photoshop in 1990

A decade later the first camera phone was developed by Sharp in the early years of the new millennium Kodak ceased all production of film cameras in 2004 and even though the variety has been pared down they continue to produce film for the die-hard analog market

In the past ten years the major camera companies have focused their research and development almost entirely on improving their digital technology which has now begun to plateau The possibilities for future ingenuity now lay wide open with endless photographic possibilities waiting just over the horizon

The Reading EstablishmentAttributed to William Henry Fox Talbot (British 1800ndash1877)

Medium Salted paper prints from paper negatives

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Lola MontezSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

Medium Daguerreotype

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Lemuel ShawSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

Medium Daguerreotype

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Louis-Jacques-Mandeacute DaguerreJohn Jabez Edwin Mayall (British Oldham Lancashire 1813ndash1901 West Sussex)

Medium Albumen silver print from glass negative

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View Down Brattle Street from the Southworth amp Hawes Studio at 5 12 Tremont Row Boston

Southworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)Medium Daguerreotype

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Interview with Celebrity Photographer Jason Bell Having shot for publications like Vanity Fair Vogue photographed royals and had some of his work submitted into Britainrsquos National Portrait Gallery Jason Bell has cemented his place as one of the foremost portrait photographers of his generation He has published four books and received more accolades than we have room to mention In any case Jasonrsquos work is the gold-standard when it comes to peering past the face and into the soul of subject model or celebrity His work has fascinated us for some time so we interviewed him to learn more about his work and career

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INERVIEW

All images by and copyright of Jason Bell

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How did you become a photographer

I just always was I took pictures a lot as a child and then when I was at school I was given the keys to the school dark room which I remember finding a magical place It just carried on from there

You actually studied Politics Philosophy and Economics at Oxford and as of today you have photographed some of the most powerful individuals on earth from presidents to royals Is there a correlation there

I am a strong believer in researching the people I photograph so I think it helps that my education has given me an understanding of what some of them do

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What was it like to take the official christening photographs of Prince George

It was an honour to be asked Everyone kept telling me beforehand how nervous I would be and that I must be so stressed But I actually felt very relaxed throughout They gave me all the time I needed to prepare and were very friendly and relaxed I enjoyed it

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Many of your photos are part of the permanent collection of the National Portrait Gallery the United Kingdomrsquos official gallery for portraits of historical British people Your work is national history How does this feel

I try not to think of it in those terms but more about what I want to say about the person Irsquom photographing or what I can encourage them to reveal

Are there any portraits of yours in the National Portrait Gallery that stand out as favourites

My favourites tend to be favourites because they are people I have felt a particular connection with or even become friends with I try to do that with everyone I photograph but obviously it happens with some people more than others

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Yoursquove captured a lot of artists and entertainers as well What is it like photographing celebrities

I am lucky in that I photographed some famous people very early on in my career so I got used to it very quickly and it is not something that I find difficult to deal with at all now They are just people like everybody else and usually enjoy being treated as such

You did the movie posters for modern British classic like Billy Elliot and Love Actually How is shooting a movie poster different from capturing a portrait

It tends to be much more art directed so I have less freedom to just do what I want and have to follow a brief more carefully In those instances I try to follow that brief and then give them something in addition that they maybe didnrsquot know they wanted

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Have you ever photographed someone who had maybe been a role model of some kind for you or maybe just admired greatly

Yes - very early on in my career I was sent to Iceland to photograph Bjork I had been listening to that first album of hers all summer and so was a bit of a fan It actually kind of got in the way initially me being a fan and I had to get past that as quickly as possible to find the person I wanted to photograph

What was the most surreal moment you ever experienced during a photography shoot

I was shooting a campaign for the Royal Opera House of a Chinese opera singer called Liping Zhang in a beautiful area near the Mongolian border We were assured the weather would be OK since it was late spring but a freak snowstorm came through so we were all freezing and inappropriately dressed and we had to bundle her up in Chinese army coats to keep her warm and at the last moment there was so much snow we couldnrsquot even drive her to the spot where I wanted to photograph her so in order to get her there we had to rent a camel to put her on

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What advice would you give to amatuer photographers

Many of the students and amateurs who come to see me show me a little bit of everything That is unlikely to get you commissioned when you are starting out So I think itrsquos better to concentrate on one thing and do it very well at the beginning and then when that goes well you can branch out

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Bewitched by BlightA building in ruins hangs together by what seems like threads One of the upper floors sags precariously just inches above the head of a young woman who strolls absent-mindedly with a teddy-bear in hand It seems possible that at any moment the whole structure could come crashing down Lady Luck we presume

Danny Aguirre (danny-aguirre-142) is the PicsArtist responsible for this Photo of the Month entitled Lady Luck Aguirre edited this image to perfection transplanting a young lively and vibrant woman into a world of decay In this manner the photo speaks to us through contrast

Darkly lit ruins once full of life now sit forgotten surrounded by sick yellow skies The deteriorating building bears down on an unwary and carefree youth (Lady Luck) ambling at the mercy of its behemonth broken structure In this peculiar and eerie scene Aguirre captivates his audience while conveying the promise of the unexpected

In an ever-changing world Aguirre has captured the aesthetic beauty of a building that has passed its prime However in its old age the building has become something else entirely a peculiar and curious space open to imaginative interpretation This is perhaps the luck that the young lady pictured in the image and Aguirres audience have stumbled upon an unexpected opportunity to reflect on the present in light of the past Through his creative vision Aguirre allows us to study ourselves and the physical structures we leave behind for future generations

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A Photographerrsquos Guide to the US

The most unique shots in America and where to get them

Kelso San Dunes Mojave Desert

If yoursquore looking for a unique photography opportunity head for the Kelso Sand Dunes - mountainous piles of sand that seem to spring up from nowhere in the middle of the Mojave Desert The tallest dunes can rise up to 650 feet above the surrounding terrain In this setting a well-timed hike might allow you photograph the sunset from a phenomenal vantage point A couple words of caution be sure to take a flashlight in order to get back to your car and never go alone

If you donrsquot make it to the sand dunes dont despair The spectacular darkness of the Mojave desert translates into spectacular nighttime photography With almost no ambient light (apart from the stars and the vague glow over the horizon coming from Las Vegas) the Mojave is the perfect place to experiment with time lapse night shots and double exposures This is a surefire way to snap some fantastic shots

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The Redwood Forests California

If you drive down the west coast of California on Route 1 yoursquoll suddenly find yourself in a magical landscape of trees so tall that you feel like a tiny critter The redwood forests in California are truly a sight to behold and the deep ochre of the tree barks is spectacular to see

Driving through this area is fantastic but make sure that you park up and go exploring with your camera This is one of the best places for nature photography The way the light streams through the canopy in the late afternoon is nothing short of breathtaking a must see for every photographer

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Tucson Arizona

Tucson may not seem like a photographerrsquos haven and if you visit in July when the temperatures soar to over 100 degrees Fahrenheit it certainly wonrsquot feel like it either However the landscape of this often-forgotten city makes for some truly breathtaking sunsets and sunrises where flat land gives way to gorgeous mountains ensconced by sunlight

If you visit Tucson youll also find that it is an unlikely hotbed of culture and art With a history that goes back much further than many of its neighbors in the south west Tucson boasts remarkable architecture historic neighborhoods and museums not to mention the Mission San Xavier del Bac an 18th-century mission that is still functioning Whats more the city has a distinctly Western flavor in light of pervasive Native American and Mexican influences After the sun goes down yoursquoll also find art events and bars alive with music and bonding in a comfy college-town atmosphere which means that you can capture some great shots of people simply being themselves

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DIY Wall Decorations for Kids Room

Artists start young so here we want to show how you can nurture art into a child by decorating his room so he starts seeing and valuing creativity from his early days

This DIY tutorial is so easy to do that if you have elder children you can involve them in the process of making these awsome wall hangings Make a collage in minutes that will be an impressive surprise for everyone and give you a proud piece of original artwork to hang on the wall in your kids room

For this project yoursquoll need a color printer markers scissors glue 2 pieces of ordinary cardboard and 4 equal-sized colorfull cardboards or canvas

Step 1 PrintFind some awesome characters online by either browsing clipart in the PicsArt Shop or googling cartoon images Also print out some basic colors or patterns to cut into shapes If you dont like the color of your background cardboards or canvases you can either color them with paint or print out patterns to make your backgrounds more colorful

Step 2 CutCut out your characters carefully and glue them on cardboard Now cut out the cardboard in the shape of your characters Be sure to cut out shapes for the scenery of your collage like clouds and trees There is no need to glue them on an additional cardboard if you do not want to make them look 3D

Step 3 Create 3D ElementsIdentify some parts of the animals you want to highlight like tails eyes or ears Cut out two of those parts from cardboard and glue one over the other so that the one with patterns stays on top

Step 4 GlueGlue your shapes onto 4 pieces of cardboard Start with the scenery (trees and clouds) then glue on your characters then glue on their cool colored double-layered body parts to make them stand out As a result you will have 3D-like animals or any other items you want

Step 6 Draw Parts and Write MessagesYou can draw some fine elements into your collage using ordinary colorful markers You can also write a message on your collage with a marker Your creations are now ready to make your child smile

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Danielrsquos Twisted Animal Crime LineupGreat artists know how to turn heads with their art and that is certainly the case with PicsArtist of the Month Daniel (n3cr0n0m1c0n) However when he turns heads he turns them into something else Daniel has recently unveiled a series of photos that replace the head of a human body with various animal heads - the only exception being an awesome Star Wars stormtrooper helmet

In each photo of the series Daniels body dons a different head Nevertheless he is shown wearing the same clothes - a leather jacket with a zipper that runs diagonally across his torso into the side of his collar The thing about Danielrsquos photos is that the details of their construction work really well together to create a dark artistic vision with grungy undertones

Despite this odd synergy each photo is posed with a nonchalance that seems to undermine the strangeness of it all every shot displaying the emotional expression of a criminal lineup or mugshot The body takes on a neutral stance and the animal heads stare with vacant expressions as if silently counting the seconds for the camera shutter to click so they can walk off and do something else The overall emotional effect is weird uneasy slightly comic and extremely captivating

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Pro Insight08 | The Many Facets of Travel Light

Inspiration14 | Sharing Moments by the Shore58 | PicsArtist Roxyrsquos Visceral Mobile Art

PicsArt In Action26 | Add Flare to Your Photos

Tutorials30 | 8 Killer Tips for Air Show Photography40 | Creative Edits A City on the Back of an Animal48 | How to Draw Amazing Anime Using PicsArt52 | Design a Summer Vacation Postcard

Whats New68 | PicsArts New amp Exciting Features 74 | A Brief Introduction to Photo History

Interview82 | Celebrity Photographer Jason Bell

Feature102 | Bewitched by Blight104 | A Photographerrsquos Guide to the USA116 | DIY Wall Decorations for Kids Room 118 | Danielrsquos Twisted Animal Crime Lineup

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Meet our team

Editor-in-Chief | Arusiak Kanetsyan

Art Editor | Cristina Gevorg

Designer | Ina Sarko

Copy Editor | Arto Vaun Cameron Sheldon

Editorial Contributors | Arto Vaun

Satenig Mirzoyan Mark Gargarian Heather Parry

Special Contributors | Lou Jones Chris Corradino

In-House Photographer | ma_lina

Address PicsArt Inc 800 West El Camino Real Mountain View CA 94040

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Copyright of Socialln Inc ( PicsArt Photo Studio ) 2013 All rights reserved No part of this magazine may be re-used without the written permission of the publisher The content of this magazine is for informational purposes only and is to the best of our knowledge correct at the time of publication PicsArt Photo Studio does not claim any ownership right for the photos in the Magazine All photosif not mentioned otherwise are the property of respective PicsArt users The PicsArt username or photo owner is cited on each photo PicsArt Photo Studio has a non-exclusive royalty-free worldwide limited licence to use modify add to publicly perform publicly display and reproduce PicsArt usersrsquo photos including without limitation distributing part or all of the Magazine in any media formats through any media channels

Wersquore turning the corner into summerrsquos full blast which means sun fun and friends That energy is reflected in the June issue of PicsArt Magazine As you relax and enjoy the summer warmth check out what we have in store in this issuehellip

There are many talented budding artists in the our community In this issue we highlight the work of Roxy HArt who uses PicsArt to mix in photography and drawing resulting in unique works of art Her work is bold honest and well worth checking out

Whatrsquos the one image most people think of when they think of summer The beach We bring you a diverse collection of beach images from different perspectives and regions From industrial ports and desolate beauty to fun-filled party scenes beaches are poetic spaces where the sea meets the land and these photos capture that perfectly

Along with the warmth of summer come the unique shades of sunlight Many photographers strive to capture and play with light Often even pros capture flares and twinkling light by accident PicsArt offers some dazzlingly realistic lens flares that can be inserted during the editing process We provide a helpful article to illustrate the uses of lens flares

Jason Bell is one of the best known portrait photographers working today His work has appeared in magazines like Vanity Fair and Vogue and he has photographed everyone from the royal family to movie stars In this issue Bell talks about his background photos and life as a high profile photographer

Therersquos much more in the June issue of PicsArt Magazine so sit back enjoy the sunshine and check out all the useful entertaining articles and photos

Welcome

As always please give us your feedback at infopicsartcom

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The Many Facets of Travel Lights

By Lou Jones

Straphanging on an overcrowded Green Line subway squeezed between a too young mother with baby stroller and a hipster with a too big backpack I spotted someone carrying a tote bag with the most cryptic logo stenciled on the side TRAVEL LIGHT THINK SMART I was about to dismiss it until I realized how many ways that message might be interpreted I still have no idea what they were advertising but my mind raced

1 If you plan on venturing more than three zip codes away from home and donrsquot want the hassle you can enlist travel services By changing the spelling (Travel LITE) we derive another name for convenience-based travel This often is to made-up locales like Disneyland or Six Flags or household destinations like Paris and Cancun school vacation tours package deals with groups of like-minded tourists and fun-filled resorts as opposed to hard places with names that have no vowels or are necessary to look up in a dictionary

In lieu of hardcore immersion into a new location these excursions offer enjoyment from managed sightseeing where most of the amenities are provided They also scream for ldquoselfierdquo photographs to make your friends back home jealous

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Travel Lite is intended to reduce stress generate new experiences and maximize convenience The terminus may be secondary to the service

2 As an inveterate travel photographer I often tote everything but the kitchen sink Besides cameras and lenses (visas Lomotil GPS) the most obvious is lighting equipment for my assignments Over the past few years I have reduced the size and weight of everything I carry Using speedlights which are small and portable has lightened my burden substantially I suppose you could call the speedlights (Nikon) and speedlites (Canon)TRAVEL LIGHTS

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On the other hand you might also need a nightlight that dangles from the end of your key chain to find the bathroom outhouse or latrine in some one-star motel or campground in Albuquerque or Ayers Rock

3 Abusing the privilege of moving unencumbered across the far reaches of our planet tourists of all types scorch the earth with their expectations culture money politics etc Their mere presence changes things Tourists pollute steal antiquities burden the ecology and stereotype the natives We need to tread lightly or travel light in order to be responsible guests

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There is a famous quote ldquoLeave nothing but footprints take nothing but picturesrdquo It should be the photographerrsquos mantra

4 The most likely meaning for the above slogan is important too As a general rule people who only venture out once in a while carry too much stuff They pack for every contingency--that fancy ball gown--just in case The phrase ldquoPack Right Travel Lightrdquo advises to pack your bags paying attention only to what is absolutely necessary There is nothing more unnecessary than being trapped by heavy luggage It is expensive to get onto planes

Inertia It slows you down You can hurt yourself or others

I try to adhere to a rule donrsquot carry it if you canrsquot run with it I have spent years seeking better designed gear that shaves ounces off my kit Camera bags that give you scoliosis really slow you down unless you are attempting an assignment that requires an inordinate amount of preparation Catching a taxi train or bus overloaded with too much stuff diminishes reasons for traveling in the first place And they are the mark of the ldquougly touristrdquo

5 THINK SMART Well that goes without saying And I had to catch another subway anyway

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Sharing Moments by the ShorePicsArtists Share Their Snapshots of the Sand Sun amp Waves

Beaches are everywhere yet no two beaches are the same Similarly PicsArtists are everywhere yet no two have the same eye or photographic flair When we look at these photos of the seaside collected from a community as large and diverse as PicsArt we cant help but appreciate the experiences we share in common in addition to the idiosyncrasies that make us unique

These photos tell the story of where the water meets the land The beach is a place where people come to do anything and everything - build sandcastles surf go for a swim take a pensive stroll or just sit and enjoy the view As enormous freightliners move in and out of harbors with loads of cargo small groups of beachgoers paddle out in tiny kayaks Birds circle overhead in search of fish or seek refuge ashore only to get chased away by small children

This collection of photos convey the experiences and memories as seen by PicsArtists on various shores scattered around the world They are so vivid you can almost taste the salt or a cool ocean breeze whipping across your face

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Add Flare to Your PhotosMany photographers spend years trying to capture a glimmering lens flare They invest in expensive lenses and strain to catch the light at just the right angle

Historically and for many photographers lens flare is a vexing light that reflects off the glass of your lens ruining an otherwise brilliant shot However the twinkling beauty of lens flare has transformed it from purely accidental into an artform of its own with many pros spending months trying to perfect their lens flare technique

PicsArt eases this process for you by offering some dazzlingly realistic lens flares that can be inserted during the editing process PicsArt lens flares are also fully customizable so you can integrate them seamlessly into your favorite shots Here we demonstrate four of PicsArtrsquos lens flares in action over the same photo each one offering itrsquos own mesmerizing effect And the best part is all they require is one touch

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8 Killer Tips for Air Show Photography

by Chris Corradino

As temperatures warm up around most of the globe its time to once again welcome the return of Air Show season If youve never attended one before get ready for a thrilling event No matter how many times I photograph these high flying performances the power and precision of the pilots never fails to amaze me While they are an astonishing sight the raw speed of the passing jets can make for a challenging photo opportunity This article includes eight essential tips to help you capture the big event in your area

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TUTORIAL Shooting

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Beat the Crowds

Since much of the 2013 flying season was cancelled due to budget cuts this years shows are expected to smash previous attendance records With more than 150000 people jockeying for a good vantage point its essential you arrive 1-2 hours before the show starts This allows you to set up your gear in a prime location with unobstructed views of the action Before settling on a spot scan the horizon for any distractions that could block your lens The performers usually enter from the left and right with their stunts done at show center

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Lens Options

Air shows are usually several hours in duration and longer lenses can get quite heavy Image

stabilization is a nice feature but a tripod will give your arms a break and allow you to

create sharp images consistently While the majority of my aviation work

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Camera Settings

In order to freeze the flight of an aircraft travelling over 500 miles per hour youll need a very fast shutter speed For the best results I recommend at least 11000th of a second This is quick enough to stop even the fastest of aircrafts while also preventing camera shaking My exposure is typically around 11000 ISO 400 and f56 These settings are not meant to be exact but merely a starting point Depending on the weather conditions that day adjustments may be necessary

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Autofocus Techniques

Most DSLR cameras feature continuous focusing also known as AI Servo This mode will allow you to track moving subjects Keep your center focusing point over the aircraft with your shutter held halfway down As you follow the plane through your viewfinder the camera will automatically adjust the focus as the aircraft gets closer When you are ready to make an image simply press the shutter all the way down Air Show organizers often arrange photo passes where the pilot flies at a reduced speed Donrsquot get too comfortable though they return to full speed after just a few slow turns

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The Peak of Action

Smoke trails and afterburner effects are great additions to an aviation image Be ready for them as they happen quickly The trails of white smoke are actually created by pumping oil into the exhaust pipe This is particularly interesting when used by an entire formation of planes The patterns of smoke can be used to make for a more artistic composition In addition it adds a bit of contrast to the otherwise plain blue sky I also look to capture the interaction between two planes When pilots are flying side by side with their wings nearly touching a great deal of tension is introduced to the photo By freezing this moment in time you are also showcasing the precision and skill of the daring pilots

Enough Memory

With all of this fast-paced action you will likely burn through many memory cards rapidly I used to bring a portable hard drive with me and download the contents of the card while continuing to shoot This is no longer necessary as large capacity cards of 32GB are now very reasonably priced I like to shoot in RAW format whenever possible However if you are short on memory cards you may want to consider shooting in the LargeFine JPEG format This will allow you to fit more images on the card than RAW

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Capture The Local Color

For an up close look at some of these aircrafts check with your local airport or military base for static displays From the ground you can get a much better look at details like the paint scheme and propellers Depending on the venue you may even be able to climb inside the cockpit Since you will be very close a wide angle lens is the preferred choice here Walk around the entire plane to search for the best angle and create a strong composition

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Capture The Local Color

During the brief pauses in action turn your lens towards the people around you Spectators can often yield some interesting images Maybe its time for a quick selfie as well Pay special attention to any signs that may show the events name These can be used to start and end your gallery of images

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Creative Edits A City on a Back of an AnimalThe PicsArt editor makes really cool editing tricks easily available to anyone who has the will and imagination You can create some really amazing surreal images with PicsArt and to show you what we mean we have created a tutorial on how to raise an entire city on the back of an animal by combining photos and applying effects This tutorial also introduces users to our recently added feature for Android devices which lets users create their own custom clipart Follow these simple steps to become a photo wizard with PicsArt

TUTORIAL Editing

Step 1 Open Your Photo

Upload an animal photo from the Photo section of the main menu Make sure that your photo features a brightly lit animal in front of a dark background

Step 2 Apply the Cinerama Effect to the Main Photo

Select the Effects icon and choose the Cinerama effect from the Fx section of the Effects menu Save and confirm with checkmark

Step 3 Add a New Photo

Select the Add Photo icon and add a photo of the city you want to place on the back of the animal

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Step 4 Apply the Cinerama Effect

Select the top left icon (the Effect icon) from the menu that appears after you add a photo Apply the Cinerama effect just like you did with your main photo

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Step 5 Cut and Create Clipart

Select the Scissors icon from the top menu (ie the Free Crop option) Choose the Lasso option by clicking on the Brush icon Use the lasso to cut out the skyline of your city from the background Press the Save as Clipart button at the top of the screen to save your selection as a clipart image This will save your selection in My Clipart section allowing you to reuse it on any image whenever you need it

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Step 6 Place and Blend the Image

Adjust the size of your city and place it on the back of the animal Select and apply the Lighten blending mode from the menu

below Confirm the changes you have made

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Step 7 Shape Masks

Select the Shape Mask icon and choose a shape to frame your photo Reduce the opacity to around 30 to go with your shot Confirm and save your creation

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How to Draw Amazing Anime

Step by Step Tutorial

Anime has a unique style that has garnered global popularity even fanaticism This tutorial demonstrates how to make your very own anime using PicsArt Drawing Tools and your smart device

See how PicsArt Drawing Tools make drawing fun and easy and use this step by step tutorial to create your very own anime Who knows Maybe one day your anime will become the main character for your own cartoon or comics

TUTORIAL Drawing

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Step 1 Draw the Basic Outline

Draw a basic outline of your anime character using simple strokes in a light blue color so that you will be able to distinguish it from other outlines later on

Step 2 Refine your Outline

Add a new layer and use your previous layer as a guide to draw a more precise outline Delete the layer with the blue outline when finished

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Step 4 Add Color

Use thick colorful brushes to add the basic first layer of colors to your drawing

Step 3 Final Outline

Reduce the opacity and add a new layer for your final outline Trace a final outline using clean and deliberate strokes Make sure you get all of your details exactly right and correct previous mistakes Delete or hide previous outline layer when done

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Step 5 Add Shading

Add a new layer and outline the areas of your drawing you would like to shade Color this outline in black when you are ready

Step 6 Background Color

Reduce the opacity of your shade layer for a more subtle shade Use brighter tones to add lighting and reflection in your drawing Finish your drawing by using a translucent brush to add shading and texture to your background This creates ambiance and gives your anime character that final touch of realism it needs

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Design a Postcard that Encapsulates Summer VacationPicsArt has everything you need to create the perfect postcard using your summer photos With the right combination of masks texts and clipart you can create a professional card that perfectly captures the feelings and images of your fondest summer vacation memories

With this tutorial wersquoll show you an example of how to create a postcard step by step Yoursquoll be surprised at how easy it is to make something look so good in five easy steps

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Step 1 Upload a PhotoUpload a photo from the edit section of the main menu

TUTORIAL Design

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Step 2 Add Shape MaskSelect the Shape Mask icon from the menu bar and choose a shape mask that fits your photo best Customize the color size and opacity of the mask

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Step 3 2nd Shape MaskAdd a second Shape Mask with the same color and opacity as your previous one Reverse the mask by checking the box next to Inverse at the bottom right corner

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Step 4 Add TextPress the Text icon to add text to your postcard Add your text line by line to experiment with different fonts sizes and colors

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Step 5 Add ClipartPress the Clipart icon and choose clipart images to add that go with the theme of your postcard Customize the size and color to complete your postcard

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PicsArtist Roxyrsquos Visceral Mobile ArtThe series of abstract portraits created by PicsArtist Roxy HArt (roxyhart) are gripping Not only is her artwork raw and emotionally charged but it is rendered in a unique artistic fashion - all on her mobile phone

At times Roxy mixes her drawings with photography blending the two togehter with a variety of brush strokes and textures Roxy does not hold back when she faces inner anguish as an artist but rather injects this emotion into her work

Nevertheless some of her portraits are less jarring possessing a softer more poetic touch In these portraits her frustration gives way to melancholy as she tones down stark reds and peppers her portraits with faded yellows purples and blues

Not long ago terms like ldquomobile artrdquo were easily dismissed by the fine art mainstream but PicsArtists like Roxy prove that a tablet or smartphone can be just as powerful as a canvas and paintbrush The following collection of portraits by Roxy illustrate that even without the traditional tools mobile artwork retains emotion and authenticity

INSPIRATION Drawing

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WHATS NEW

PicsArtrsquos Exciting New Features for iOS and Android Devices

PicsArt recently released some exciting updates for Android and iOS Most of the new features were available for both platforms but they had their slight differences

The update included two new effects Dodger and Vintage Ivory The former softens your photo with pale colors and ambient lighting while the latter is inspired by vintage color palettes and resolutions but with a new whiter and brighter twist

PicsArt also gave users the ability to customize the colors of PicsArt Masks with a new Hue slider Shape masks offer the opportunity to choose from a variety of shapes to overlay on your photos and they have been made even better recently - by adding the option to customize them by texture in addition to the previously available color and opacity

For a quick fix and speedy share of an image we introduced the Auto Enhance tool which automatically brings you the basic best version of your image while still allowing you to customize in small ways

In addition to these commonly shared updates the two platforms have some differences as well iOS users can now customize their collages by adjusting the inner borders and can choose from a whole new variety of pre-made grids iOS users will also be excited about our updates in the Social Network as written tags and usernames written out in comments or photo descriptions now automatically become links to what they are referencing This will make it easier for users to discover each other as well as trending tags

Donrsquot worry Android users you have some cool stuff too We know that photo stealing has become an issue in our network so we have removed the save option for photos Now only photos that have freetoedit tag can be saved and reused by others If you do not tag your miages with that tag no one will be able to save them We hope that this will help prevent photo theft and preserve the artistic rights of our creative userbase

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A Brief Introduction to Photo History

Although photography as we know it is among the youngest of the major art forms its history can be traced back to ancient times Chinese philosopher Mo-Zi discussed the principles of a camera obscura in the 4th or 5th century BCE For two thousand years it was known as a small dark room (or box) with a tiny hole in one wall through which light shone and projected an inverted image

During the late 1500s Giambattista della Portia perfected its design by adding a convex lens to the hole making a sharper more detailed image Camera obscuras allowed artists to trace a scene in ink for a more faithful reproduction

The Early Days of Image Processing

The 18th and 19th centuries saw a multitude of methods for image processing and creation In 1727 Johann Schulze mixed chalk silver and nitric acid - a very early photosensitive compound - noting that one side of the flask darkened when exposed to sunlight In 1816 Joseph Niceacutephore Nieacutepce created the worlds first photograph by coating a metal plate in a silver chloride solution and exposing it to light for 8 hours However he did not discover a way of permanently fixing

the image for another decadeWilliam Henry Fox Talbot applied Nieacutepces recipe to paper in 1834 fixing the images with a salt solution and eventually patenting the first paper negative as the ldquoCalotyperdquo in 1841

Meanwhile Louis Daguerre was creating the Daguerrotype by coating copper sheets in silver iodide creating a metal negative which he developed in a solution of mercury These two inventions lead to the creation of photography To that end on August 19 1839 the French government publicly acknowledged the invention of photography

The first glass negative was made by Frederick Scott Archer in 1851 using a wet plate collodion process During the 1850s the tintype photograph emerged this made the negative image appear positive by exposing it onto a dark-coloured metal sheet coated with collodion which made the shadows appear light and the highlights dark

In 1861 James Clerk-Maxwell realized that he could photograph a scene three times through a red blue and green filter and project the images on top of each other to create a full-colour image

Finally in 1871 Richard Leach Maddox suspended the silver solution in gelatin creating the dry emulsion which sent photography skyrocketing It was applied first to glass negatives but would later find its way onto the thin plastic film that made photography possible for the public at large

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The Photographic Boom

By 1878 glass plate negatives were being manufactured commercially and in 1880 George Eastman opened what would become the Eastman-Kodak company Within ten years he was producing roll film and in 1900 released the first personal camera the Kodak Brownie In 1907 the Lumiegravere Brothers released the first commercial colour film

Oscar Barnack working for Leitz microscopes pushed camera invention forward in 1914 with the first 35mm camera which was improved upon and released in 1924 as the first Leica camera 1936 saw the introduction of the modern SLR (single-lens reflex camera) as well as the legendary Kodachrome film which finally made colour photography popular Polaroid would release instant black-and-white film in 1948 followed by the colour version in 1963

Students from the Emerson School for GirlsSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

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Unidentified Woman in Nine Oval ViewsSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

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The Digital Takeover

The first digital camera was invented in 1975 by Steve Sasson of Kodak using CCD sensor technology invented by Willard Boyle and George Smith in 1969 The birth of auto focus came with Minoltas Maxxum in 1985 paving the way for the worlds first commercially-available digital SLR ndash Kodaks 13 megapixel DCS-100 which sold in 1991 for $30000 USD Eight years later Nikon would wrestle away Kodaks dominance of the photo industry with the release of the D1 a 27MP model which went for a comparatively modest $6000

In 2003 Canon released the Digital Rebel the first consumer-level DSLR with a price tag under $1000 followed two years later by the first full-frame digital camera the 5D

Adobe hopped on the digital wave with the creation of Photoshop in 1990

A decade later the first camera phone was developed by Sharp in the early years of the new millennium Kodak ceased all production of film cameras in 2004 and even though the variety has been pared down they continue to produce film for the die-hard analog market

In the past ten years the major camera companies have focused their research and development almost entirely on improving their digital technology which has now begun to plateau The possibilities for future ingenuity now lay wide open with endless photographic possibilities waiting just over the horizon

The Reading EstablishmentAttributed to William Henry Fox Talbot (British 1800ndash1877)

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Lola MontezSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

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Lemuel ShawSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

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Louis-Jacques-Mandeacute DaguerreJohn Jabez Edwin Mayall (British Oldham Lancashire 1813ndash1901 West Sussex)

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View Down Brattle Street from the Southworth amp Hawes Studio at 5 12 Tremont Row Boston

Southworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)Medium Daguerreotype

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Interview with Celebrity Photographer Jason Bell Having shot for publications like Vanity Fair Vogue photographed royals and had some of his work submitted into Britainrsquos National Portrait Gallery Jason Bell has cemented his place as one of the foremost portrait photographers of his generation He has published four books and received more accolades than we have room to mention In any case Jasonrsquos work is the gold-standard when it comes to peering past the face and into the soul of subject model or celebrity His work has fascinated us for some time so we interviewed him to learn more about his work and career

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INERVIEW

All images by and copyright of Jason Bell

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How did you become a photographer

I just always was I took pictures a lot as a child and then when I was at school I was given the keys to the school dark room which I remember finding a magical place It just carried on from there

You actually studied Politics Philosophy and Economics at Oxford and as of today you have photographed some of the most powerful individuals on earth from presidents to royals Is there a correlation there

I am a strong believer in researching the people I photograph so I think it helps that my education has given me an understanding of what some of them do

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What was it like to take the official christening photographs of Prince George

It was an honour to be asked Everyone kept telling me beforehand how nervous I would be and that I must be so stressed But I actually felt very relaxed throughout They gave me all the time I needed to prepare and were very friendly and relaxed I enjoyed it

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Many of your photos are part of the permanent collection of the National Portrait Gallery the United Kingdomrsquos official gallery for portraits of historical British people Your work is national history How does this feel

I try not to think of it in those terms but more about what I want to say about the person Irsquom photographing or what I can encourage them to reveal

Are there any portraits of yours in the National Portrait Gallery that stand out as favourites

My favourites tend to be favourites because they are people I have felt a particular connection with or even become friends with I try to do that with everyone I photograph but obviously it happens with some people more than others

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Yoursquove captured a lot of artists and entertainers as well What is it like photographing celebrities

I am lucky in that I photographed some famous people very early on in my career so I got used to it very quickly and it is not something that I find difficult to deal with at all now They are just people like everybody else and usually enjoy being treated as such

You did the movie posters for modern British classic like Billy Elliot and Love Actually How is shooting a movie poster different from capturing a portrait

It tends to be much more art directed so I have less freedom to just do what I want and have to follow a brief more carefully In those instances I try to follow that brief and then give them something in addition that they maybe didnrsquot know they wanted

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Have you ever photographed someone who had maybe been a role model of some kind for you or maybe just admired greatly

Yes - very early on in my career I was sent to Iceland to photograph Bjork I had been listening to that first album of hers all summer and so was a bit of a fan It actually kind of got in the way initially me being a fan and I had to get past that as quickly as possible to find the person I wanted to photograph

What was the most surreal moment you ever experienced during a photography shoot

I was shooting a campaign for the Royal Opera House of a Chinese opera singer called Liping Zhang in a beautiful area near the Mongolian border We were assured the weather would be OK since it was late spring but a freak snowstorm came through so we were all freezing and inappropriately dressed and we had to bundle her up in Chinese army coats to keep her warm and at the last moment there was so much snow we couldnrsquot even drive her to the spot where I wanted to photograph her so in order to get her there we had to rent a camel to put her on

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What advice would you give to amatuer photographers

Many of the students and amateurs who come to see me show me a little bit of everything That is unlikely to get you commissioned when you are starting out So I think itrsquos better to concentrate on one thing and do it very well at the beginning and then when that goes well you can branch out

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Bewitched by BlightA building in ruins hangs together by what seems like threads One of the upper floors sags precariously just inches above the head of a young woman who strolls absent-mindedly with a teddy-bear in hand It seems possible that at any moment the whole structure could come crashing down Lady Luck we presume

Danny Aguirre (danny-aguirre-142) is the PicsArtist responsible for this Photo of the Month entitled Lady Luck Aguirre edited this image to perfection transplanting a young lively and vibrant woman into a world of decay In this manner the photo speaks to us through contrast

Darkly lit ruins once full of life now sit forgotten surrounded by sick yellow skies The deteriorating building bears down on an unwary and carefree youth (Lady Luck) ambling at the mercy of its behemonth broken structure In this peculiar and eerie scene Aguirre captivates his audience while conveying the promise of the unexpected

In an ever-changing world Aguirre has captured the aesthetic beauty of a building that has passed its prime However in its old age the building has become something else entirely a peculiar and curious space open to imaginative interpretation This is perhaps the luck that the young lady pictured in the image and Aguirres audience have stumbled upon an unexpected opportunity to reflect on the present in light of the past Through his creative vision Aguirre allows us to study ourselves and the physical structures we leave behind for future generations

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A Photographerrsquos Guide to the US

The most unique shots in America and where to get them

Kelso San Dunes Mojave Desert

If yoursquore looking for a unique photography opportunity head for the Kelso Sand Dunes - mountainous piles of sand that seem to spring up from nowhere in the middle of the Mojave Desert The tallest dunes can rise up to 650 feet above the surrounding terrain In this setting a well-timed hike might allow you photograph the sunset from a phenomenal vantage point A couple words of caution be sure to take a flashlight in order to get back to your car and never go alone

If you donrsquot make it to the sand dunes dont despair The spectacular darkness of the Mojave desert translates into spectacular nighttime photography With almost no ambient light (apart from the stars and the vague glow over the horizon coming from Las Vegas) the Mojave is the perfect place to experiment with time lapse night shots and double exposures This is a surefire way to snap some fantastic shots

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The Redwood Forests California

If you drive down the west coast of California on Route 1 yoursquoll suddenly find yourself in a magical landscape of trees so tall that you feel like a tiny critter The redwood forests in California are truly a sight to behold and the deep ochre of the tree barks is spectacular to see

Driving through this area is fantastic but make sure that you park up and go exploring with your camera This is one of the best places for nature photography The way the light streams through the canopy in the late afternoon is nothing short of breathtaking a must see for every photographer

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Tucson Arizona

Tucson may not seem like a photographerrsquos haven and if you visit in July when the temperatures soar to over 100 degrees Fahrenheit it certainly wonrsquot feel like it either However the landscape of this often-forgotten city makes for some truly breathtaking sunsets and sunrises where flat land gives way to gorgeous mountains ensconced by sunlight

If you visit Tucson youll also find that it is an unlikely hotbed of culture and art With a history that goes back much further than many of its neighbors in the south west Tucson boasts remarkable architecture historic neighborhoods and museums not to mention the Mission San Xavier del Bac an 18th-century mission that is still functioning Whats more the city has a distinctly Western flavor in light of pervasive Native American and Mexican influences After the sun goes down yoursquoll also find art events and bars alive with music and bonding in a comfy college-town atmosphere which means that you can capture some great shots of people simply being themselves

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DIY Wall Decorations for Kids Room

Artists start young so here we want to show how you can nurture art into a child by decorating his room so he starts seeing and valuing creativity from his early days

This DIY tutorial is so easy to do that if you have elder children you can involve them in the process of making these awsome wall hangings Make a collage in minutes that will be an impressive surprise for everyone and give you a proud piece of original artwork to hang on the wall in your kids room

For this project yoursquoll need a color printer markers scissors glue 2 pieces of ordinary cardboard and 4 equal-sized colorfull cardboards or canvas

Step 1 PrintFind some awesome characters online by either browsing clipart in the PicsArt Shop or googling cartoon images Also print out some basic colors or patterns to cut into shapes If you dont like the color of your background cardboards or canvases you can either color them with paint or print out patterns to make your backgrounds more colorful

Step 2 CutCut out your characters carefully and glue them on cardboard Now cut out the cardboard in the shape of your characters Be sure to cut out shapes for the scenery of your collage like clouds and trees There is no need to glue them on an additional cardboard if you do not want to make them look 3D

Step 3 Create 3D ElementsIdentify some parts of the animals you want to highlight like tails eyes or ears Cut out two of those parts from cardboard and glue one over the other so that the one with patterns stays on top

Step 4 GlueGlue your shapes onto 4 pieces of cardboard Start with the scenery (trees and clouds) then glue on your characters then glue on their cool colored double-layered body parts to make them stand out As a result you will have 3D-like animals or any other items you want

Step 6 Draw Parts and Write MessagesYou can draw some fine elements into your collage using ordinary colorful markers You can also write a message on your collage with a marker Your creations are now ready to make your child smile

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Danielrsquos Twisted Animal Crime LineupGreat artists know how to turn heads with their art and that is certainly the case with PicsArtist of the Month Daniel (n3cr0n0m1c0n) However when he turns heads he turns them into something else Daniel has recently unveiled a series of photos that replace the head of a human body with various animal heads - the only exception being an awesome Star Wars stormtrooper helmet

In each photo of the series Daniels body dons a different head Nevertheless he is shown wearing the same clothes - a leather jacket with a zipper that runs diagonally across his torso into the side of his collar The thing about Danielrsquos photos is that the details of their construction work really well together to create a dark artistic vision with grungy undertones

Despite this odd synergy each photo is posed with a nonchalance that seems to undermine the strangeness of it all every shot displaying the emotional expression of a criminal lineup or mugshot The body takes on a neutral stance and the animal heads stare with vacant expressions as if silently counting the seconds for the camera shutter to click so they can walk off and do something else The overall emotional effect is weird uneasy slightly comic and extremely captivating

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Pro Insight08 | The Many Facets of Travel Light

Inspiration14 | Sharing Moments by the Shore58 | PicsArtist Roxyrsquos Visceral Mobile Art

PicsArt In Action26 | Add Flare to Your Photos

Tutorials30 | 8 Killer Tips for Air Show Photography40 | Creative Edits A City on the Back of an Animal48 | How to Draw Amazing Anime Using PicsArt52 | Design a Summer Vacation Postcard

Whats New68 | PicsArts New amp Exciting Features 74 | A Brief Introduction to Photo History

Interview82 | Celebrity Photographer Jason Bell

Feature102 | Bewitched by Blight104 | A Photographerrsquos Guide to the USA116 | DIY Wall Decorations for Kids Room 118 | Danielrsquos Twisted Animal Crime Lineup

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Meet our team

Editor-in-Chief | Arusiak Kanetsyan

Art Editor | Cristina Gevorg

Designer | Ina Sarko

Copy Editor | Arto Vaun Cameron Sheldon

Editorial Contributors | Arto Vaun

Satenig Mirzoyan Mark Gargarian Heather Parry

Special Contributors | Lou Jones Chris Corradino

In-House Photographer | ma_lina

Address PicsArt Inc 800 West El Camino Real Mountain View CA 94040

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Copyright of Socialln Inc ( PicsArt Photo Studio ) 2013 All rights reserved No part of this magazine may be re-used without the written permission of the publisher The content of this magazine is for informational purposes only and is to the best of our knowledge correct at the time of publication PicsArt Photo Studio does not claim any ownership right for the photos in the Magazine All photosif not mentioned otherwise are the property of respective PicsArt users The PicsArt username or photo owner is cited on each photo PicsArt Photo Studio has a non-exclusive royalty-free worldwide limited licence to use modify add to publicly perform publicly display and reproduce PicsArt usersrsquo photos including without limitation distributing part or all of the Magazine in any media formats through any media channels

Wersquore turning the corner into summerrsquos full blast which means sun fun and friends That energy is reflected in the June issue of PicsArt Magazine As you relax and enjoy the summer warmth check out what we have in store in this issuehellip

There are many talented budding artists in the our community In this issue we highlight the work of Roxy HArt who uses PicsArt to mix in photography and drawing resulting in unique works of art Her work is bold honest and well worth checking out

Whatrsquos the one image most people think of when they think of summer The beach We bring you a diverse collection of beach images from different perspectives and regions From industrial ports and desolate beauty to fun-filled party scenes beaches are poetic spaces where the sea meets the land and these photos capture that perfectly

Along with the warmth of summer come the unique shades of sunlight Many photographers strive to capture and play with light Often even pros capture flares and twinkling light by accident PicsArt offers some dazzlingly realistic lens flares that can be inserted during the editing process We provide a helpful article to illustrate the uses of lens flares

Jason Bell is one of the best known portrait photographers working today His work has appeared in magazines like Vanity Fair and Vogue and he has photographed everyone from the royal family to movie stars In this issue Bell talks about his background photos and life as a high profile photographer

Therersquos much more in the June issue of PicsArt Magazine so sit back enjoy the sunshine and check out all the useful entertaining articles and photos

Welcome

As always please give us your feedback at infopicsartcom

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The Many Facets of Travel Lights

By Lou Jones

Straphanging on an overcrowded Green Line subway squeezed between a too young mother with baby stroller and a hipster with a too big backpack I spotted someone carrying a tote bag with the most cryptic logo stenciled on the side TRAVEL LIGHT THINK SMART I was about to dismiss it until I realized how many ways that message might be interpreted I still have no idea what they were advertising but my mind raced

1 If you plan on venturing more than three zip codes away from home and donrsquot want the hassle you can enlist travel services By changing the spelling (Travel LITE) we derive another name for convenience-based travel This often is to made-up locales like Disneyland or Six Flags or household destinations like Paris and Cancun school vacation tours package deals with groups of like-minded tourists and fun-filled resorts as opposed to hard places with names that have no vowels or are necessary to look up in a dictionary

In lieu of hardcore immersion into a new location these excursions offer enjoyment from managed sightseeing where most of the amenities are provided They also scream for ldquoselfierdquo photographs to make your friends back home jealous

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Travel Lite is intended to reduce stress generate new experiences and maximize convenience The terminus may be secondary to the service

2 As an inveterate travel photographer I often tote everything but the kitchen sink Besides cameras and lenses (visas Lomotil GPS) the most obvious is lighting equipment for my assignments Over the past few years I have reduced the size and weight of everything I carry Using speedlights which are small and portable has lightened my burden substantially I suppose you could call the speedlights (Nikon) and speedlites (Canon)TRAVEL LIGHTS

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On the other hand you might also need a nightlight that dangles from the end of your key chain to find the bathroom outhouse or latrine in some one-star motel or campground in Albuquerque or Ayers Rock

3 Abusing the privilege of moving unencumbered across the far reaches of our planet tourists of all types scorch the earth with their expectations culture money politics etc Their mere presence changes things Tourists pollute steal antiquities burden the ecology and stereotype the natives We need to tread lightly or travel light in order to be responsible guests

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There is a famous quote ldquoLeave nothing but footprints take nothing but picturesrdquo It should be the photographerrsquos mantra

4 The most likely meaning for the above slogan is important too As a general rule people who only venture out once in a while carry too much stuff They pack for every contingency--that fancy ball gown--just in case The phrase ldquoPack Right Travel Lightrdquo advises to pack your bags paying attention only to what is absolutely necessary There is nothing more unnecessary than being trapped by heavy luggage It is expensive to get onto planes

Inertia It slows you down You can hurt yourself or others

I try to adhere to a rule donrsquot carry it if you canrsquot run with it I have spent years seeking better designed gear that shaves ounces off my kit Camera bags that give you scoliosis really slow you down unless you are attempting an assignment that requires an inordinate amount of preparation Catching a taxi train or bus overloaded with too much stuff diminishes reasons for traveling in the first place And they are the mark of the ldquougly touristrdquo

5 THINK SMART Well that goes without saying And I had to catch another subway anyway

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Sharing Moments by the ShorePicsArtists Share Their Snapshots of the Sand Sun amp Waves

Beaches are everywhere yet no two beaches are the same Similarly PicsArtists are everywhere yet no two have the same eye or photographic flair When we look at these photos of the seaside collected from a community as large and diverse as PicsArt we cant help but appreciate the experiences we share in common in addition to the idiosyncrasies that make us unique

These photos tell the story of where the water meets the land The beach is a place where people come to do anything and everything - build sandcastles surf go for a swim take a pensive stroll or just sit and enjoy the view As enormous freightliners move in and out of harbors with loads of cargo small groups of beachgoers paddle out in tiny kayaks Birds circle overhead in search of fish or seek refuge ashore only to get chased away by small children

This collection of photos convey the experiences and memories as seen by PicsArtists on various shores scattered around the world They are so vivid you can almost taste the salt or a cool ocean breeze whipping across your face

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Add Flare to Your PhotosMany photographers spend years trying to capture a glimmering lens flare They invest in expensive lenses and strain to catch the light at just the right angle

Historically and for many photographers lens flare is a vexing light that reflects off the glass of your lens ruining an otherwise brilliant shot However the twinkling beauty of lens flare has transformed it from purely accidental into an artform of its own with many pros spending months trying to perfect their lens flare technique

PicsArt eases this process for you by offering some dazzlingly realistic lens flares that can be inserted during the editing process PicsArt lens flares are also fully customizable so you can integrate them seamlessly into your favorite shots Here we demonstrate four of PicsArtrsquos lens flares in action over the same photo each one offering itrsquos own mesmerizing effect And the best part is all they require is one touch

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8 Killer Tips for Air Show Photography

by Chris Corradino

As temperatures warm up around most of the globe its time to once again welcome the return of Air Show season If youve never attended one before get ready for a thrilling event No matter how many times I photograph these high flying performances the power and precision of the pilots never fails to amaze me While they are an astonishing sight the raw speed of the passing jets can make for a challenging photo opportunity This article includes eight essential tips to help you capture the big event in your area

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TUTORIAL Shooting

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Beat the Crowds

Since much of the 2013 flying season was cancelled due to budget cuts this years shows are expected to smash previous attendance records With more than 150000 people jockeying for a good vantage point its essential you arrive 1-2 hours before the show starts This allows you to set up your gear in a prime location with unobstructed views of the action Before settling on a spot scan the horizon for any distractions that could block your lens The performers usually enter from the left and right with their stunts done at show center

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Lens Options

Air shows are usually several hours in duration and longer lenses can get quite heavy Image

stabilization is a nice feature but a tripod will give your arms a break and allow you to

create sharp images consistently While the majority of my aviation work

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Camera Settings

In order to freeze the flight of an aircraft travelling over 500 miles per hour youll need a very fast shutter speed For the best results I recommend at least 11000th of a second This is quick enough to stop even the fastest of aircrafts while also preventing camera shaking My exposure is typically around 11000 ISO 400 and f56 These settings are not meant to be exact but merely a starting point Depending on the weather conditions that day adjustments may be necessary

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Autofocus Techniques

Most DSLR cameras feature continuous focusing also known as AI Servo This mode will allow you to track moving subjects Keep your center focusing point over the aircraft with your shutter held halfway down As you follow the plane through your viewfinder the camera will automatically adjust the focus as the aircraft gets closer When you are ready to make an image simply press the shutter all the way down Air Show organizers often arrange photo passes where the pilot flies at a reduced speed Donrsquot get too comfortable though they return to full speed after just a few slow turns

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The Peak of Action

Smoke trails and afterburner effects are great additions to an aviation image Be ready for them as they happen quickly The trails of white smoke are actually created by pumping oil into the exhaust pipe This is particularly interesting when used by an entire formation of planes The patterns of smoke can be used to make for a more artistic composition In addition it adds a bit of contrast to the otherwise plain blue sky I also look to capture the interaction between two planes When pilots are flying side by side with their wings nearly touching a great deal of tension is introduced to the photo By freezing this moment in time you are also showcasing the precision and skill of the daring pilots

Enough Memory

With all of this fast-paced action you will likely burn through many memory cards rapidly I used to bring a portable hard drive with me and download the contents of the card while continuing to shoot This is no longer necessary as large capacity cards of 32GB are now very reasonably priced I like to shoot in RAW format whenever possible However if you are short on memory cards you may want to consider shooting in the LargeFine JPEG format This will allow you to fit more images on the card than RAW

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Capture The Local Color

For an up close look at some of these aircrafts check with your local airport or military base for static displays From the ground you can get a much better look at details like the paint scheme and propellers Depending on the venue you may even be able to climb inside the cockpit Since you will be very close a wide angle lens is the preferred choice here Walk around the entire plane to search for the best angle and create a strong composition

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Capture The Local Color

During the brief pauses in action turn your lens towards the people around you Spectators can often yield some interesting images Maybe its time for a quick selfie as well Pay special attention to any signs that may show the events name These can be used to start and end your gallery of images

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Creative Edits A City on a Back of an AnimalThe PicsArt editor makes really cool editing tricks easily available to anyone who has the will and imagination You can create some really amazing surreal images with PicsArt and to show you what we mean we have created a tutorial on how to raise an entire city on the back of an animal by combining photos and applying effects This tutorial also introduces users to our recently added feature for Android devices which lets users create their own custom clipart Follow these simple steps to become a photo wizard with PicsArt

TUTORIAL Editing

Step 1 Open Your Photo

Upload an animal photo from the Photo section of the main menu Make sure that your photo features a brightly lit animal in front of a dark background

Step 2 Apply the Cinerama Effect to the Main Photo

Select the Effects icon and choose the Cinerama effect from the Fx section of the Effects menu Save and confirm with checkmark

Step 3 Add a New Photo

Select the Add Photo icon and add a photo of the city you want to place on the back of the animal

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Step 4 Apply the Cinerama Effect

Select the top left icon (the Effect icon) from the menu that appears after you add a photo Apply the Cinerama effect just like you did with your main photo

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Step 5 Cut and Create Clipart

Select the Scissors icon from the top menu (ie the Free Crop option) Choose the Lasso option by clicking on the Brush icon Use the lasso to cut out the skyline of your city from the background Press the Save as Clipart button at the top of the screen to save your selection as a clipart image This will save your selection in My Clipart section allowing you to reuse it on any image whenever you need it

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Step 6 Place and Blend the Image

Adjust the size of your city and place it on the back of the animal Select and apply the Lighten blending mode from the menu

below Confirm the changes you have made

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Step 7 Shape Masks

Select the Shape Mask icon and choose a shape to frame your photo Reduce the opacity to around 30 to go with your shot Confirm and save your creation

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How to Draw Amazing Anime

Step by Step Tutorial

Anime has a unique style that has garnered global popularity even fanaticism This tutorial demonstrates how to make your very own anime using PicsArt Drawing Tools and your smart device

See how PicsArt Drawing Tools make drawing fun and easy and use this step by step tutorial to create your very own anime Who knows Maybe one day your anime will become the main character for your own cartoon or comics

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Step 1 Draw the Basic Outline

Draw a basic outline of your anime character using simple strokes in a light blue color so that you will be able to distinguish it from other outlines later on

Step 2 Refine your Outline

Add a new layer and use your previous layer as a guide to draw a more precise outline Delete the layer with the blue outline when finished

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Step 4 Add Color

Use thick colorful brushes to add the basic first layer of colors to your drawing

Step 3 Final Outline

Reduce the opacity and add a new layer for your final outline Trace a final outline using clean and deliberate strokes Make sure you get all of your details exactly right and correct previous mistakes Delete or hide previous outline layer when done

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Step 5 Add Shading

Add a new layer and outline the areas of your drawing you would like to shade Color this outline in black when you are ready

Step 6 Background Color

Reduce the opacity of your shade layer for a more subtle shade Use brighter tones to add lighting and reflection in your drawing Finish your drawing by using a translucent brush to add shading and texture to your background This creates ambiance and gives your anime character that final touch of realism it needs

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Design a Postcard that Encapsulates Summer VacationPicsArt has everything you need to create the perfect postcard using your summer photos With the right combination of masks texts and clipart you can create a professional card that perfectly captures the feelings and images of your fondest summer vacation memories

With this tutorial wersquoll show you an example of how to create a postcard step by step Yoursquoll be surprised at how easy it is to make something look so good in five easy steps

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Step 1 Upload a PhotoUpload a photo from the edit section of the main menu

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Step 2 Add Shape MaskSelect the Shape Mask icon from the menu bar and choose a shape mask that fits your photo best Customize the color size and opacity of the mask

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Step 3 2nd Shape MaskAdd a second Shape Mask with the same color and opacity as your previous one Reverse the mask by checking the box next to Inverse at the bottom right corner

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Step 4 Add TextPress the Text icon to add text to your postcard Add your text line by line to experiment with different fonts sizes and colors

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Step 5 Add ClipartPress the Clipart icon and choose clipart images to add that go with the theme of your postcard Customize the size and color to complete your postcard

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PicsArtist Roxyrsquos Visceral Mobile ArtThe series of abstract portraits created by PicsArtist Roxy HArt (roxyhart) are gripping Not only is her artwork raw and emotionally charged but it is rendered in a unique artistic fashion - all on her mobile phone

At times Roxy mixes her drawings with photography blending the two togehter with a variety of brush strokes and textures Roxy does not hold back when she faces inner anguish as an artist but rather injects this emotion into her work

Nevertheless some of her portraits are less jarring possessing a softer more poetic touch In these portraits her frustration gives way to melancholy as she tones down stark reds and peppers her portraits with faded yellows purples and blues

Not long ago terms like ldquomobile artrdquo were easily dismissed by the fine art mainstream but PicsArtists like Roxy prove that a tablet or smartphone can be just as powerful as a canvas and paintbrush The following collection of portraits by Roxy illustrate that even without the traditional tools mobile artwork retains emotion and authenticity

INSPIRATION Drawing

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WHATS NEW

PicsArtrsquos Exciting New Features for iOS and Android Devices

PicsArt recently released some exciting updates for Android and iOS Most of the new features were available for both platforms but they had their slight differences

The update included two new effects Dodger and Vintage Ivory The former softens your photo with pale colors and ambient lighting while the latter is inspired by vintage color palettes and resolutions but with a new whiter and brighter twist

PicsArt also gave users the ability to customize the colors of PicsArt Masks with a new Hue slider Shape masks offer the opportunity to choose from a variety of shapes to overlay on your photos and they have been made even better recently - by adding the option to customize them by texture in addition to the previously available color and opacity

For a quick fix and speedy share of an image we introduced the Auto Enhance tool which automatically brings you the basic best version of your image while still allowing you to customize in small ways

In addition to these commonly shared updates the two platforms have some differences as well iOS users can now customize their collages by adjusting the inner borders and can choose from a whole new variety of pre-made grids iOS users will also be excited about our updates in the Social Network as written tags and usernames written out in comments or photo descriptions now automatically become links to what they are referencing This will make it easier for users to discover each other as well as trending tags

Donrsquot worry Android users you have some cool stuff too We know that photo stealing has become an issue in our network so we have removed the save option for photos Now only photos that have freetoedit tag can be saved and reused by others If you do not tag your miages with that tag no one will be able to save them We hope that this will help prevent photo theft and preserve the artistic rights of our creative userbase

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A Brief Introduction to Photo History

Although photography as we know it is among the youngest of the major art forms its history can be traced back to ancient times Chinese philosopher Mo-Zi discussed the principles of a camera obscura in the 4th or 5th century BCE For two thousand years it was known as a small dark room (or box) with a tiny hole in one wall through which light shone and projected an inverted image

During the late 1500s Giambattista della Portia perfected its design by adding a convex lens to the hole making a sharper more detailed image Camera obscuras allowed artists to trace a scene in ink for a more faithful reproduction

The Early Days of Image Processing

The 18th and 19th centuries saw a multitude of methods for image processing and creation In 1727 Johann Schulze mixed chalk silver and nitric acid - a very early photosensitive compound - noting that one side of the flask darkened when exposed to sunlight In 1816 Joseph Niceacutephore Nieacutepce created the worlds first photograph by coating a metal plate in a silver chloride solution and exposing it to light for 8 hours However he did not discover a way of permanently fixing

the image for another decadeWilliam Henry Fox Talbot applied Nieacutepces recipe to paper in 1834 fixing the images with a salt solution and eventually patenting the first paper negative as the ldquoCalotyperdquo in 1841

Meanwhile Louis Daguerre was creating the Daguerrotype by coating copper sheets in silver iodide creating a metal negative which he developed in a solution of mercury These two inventions lead to the creation of photography To that end on August 19 1839 the French government publicly acknowledged the invention of photography

The first glass negative was made by Frederick Scott Archer in 1851 using a wet plate collodion process During the 1850s the tintype photograph emerged this made the negative image appear positive by exposing it onto a dark-coloured metal sheet coated with collodion which made the shadows appear light and the highlights dark

In 1861 James Clerk-Maxwell realized that he could photograph a scene three times through a red blue and green filter and project the images on top of each other to create a full-colour image

Finally in 1871 Richard Leach Maddox suspended the silver solution in gelatin creating the dry emulsion which sent photography skyrocketing It was applied first to glass negatives but would later find its way onto the thin plastic film that made photography possible for the public at large

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The Photographic Boom

By 1878 glass plate negatives were being manufactured commercially and in 1880 George Eastman opened what would become the Eastman-Kodak company Within ten years he was producing roll film and in 1900 released the first personal camera the Kodak Brownie In 1907 the Lumiegravere Brothers released the first commercial colour film

Oscar Barnack working for Leitz microscopes pushed camera invention forward in 1914 with the first 35mm camera which was improved upon and released in 1924 as the first Leica camera 1936 saw the introduction of the modern SLR (single-lens reflex camera) as well as the legendary Kodachrome film which finally made colour photography popular Polaroid would release instant black-and-white film in 1948 followed by the colour version in 1963

Students from the Emerson School for GirlsSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

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Unidentified Woman in Nine Oval ViewsSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

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The Digital Takeover

The first digital camera was invented in 1975 by Steve Sasson of Kodak using CCD sensor technology invented by Willard Boyle and George Smith in 1969 The birth of auto focus came with Minoltas Maxxum in 1985 paving the way for the worlds first commercially-available digital SLR ndash Kodaks 13 megapixel DCS-100 which sold in 1991 for $30000 USD Eight years later Nikon would wrestle away Kodaks dominance of the photo industry with the release of the D1 a 27MP model which went for a comparatively modest $6000

In 2003 Canon released the Digital Rebel the first consumer-level DSLR with a price tag under $1000 followed two years later by the first full-frame digital camera the 5D

Adobe hopped on the digital wave with the creation of Photoshop in 1990

A decade later the first camera phone was developed by Sharp in the early years of the new millennium Kodak ceased all production of film cameras in 2004 and even though the variety has been pared down they continue to produce film for the die-hard analog market

In the past ten years the major camera companies have focused their research and development almost entirely on improving their digital technology which has now begun to plateau The possibilities for future ingenuity now lay wide open with endless photographic possibilities waiting just over the horizon

The Reading EstablishmentAttributed to William Henry Fox Talbot (British 1800ndash1877)

Medium Salted paper prints from paper negatives

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Lola MontezSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

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Lemuel ShawSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

Medium Daguerreotype

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Louis-Jacques-Mandeacute DaguerreJohn Jabez Edwin Mayall (British Oldham Lancashire 1813ndash1901 West Sussex)

Medium Albumen silver print from glass negative

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View Down Brattle Street from the Southworth amp Hawes Studio at 5 12 Tremont Row Boston

Southworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)Medium Daguerreotype

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Interview with Celebrity Photographer Jason Bell Having shot for publications like Vanity Fair Vogue photographed royals and had some of his work submitted into Britainrsquos National Portrait Gallery Jason Bell has cemented his place as one of the foremost portrait photographers of his generation He has published four books and received more accolades than we have room to mention In any case Jasonrsquos work is the gold-standard when it comes to peering past the face and into the soul of subject model or celebrity His work has fascinated us for some time so we interviewed him to learn more about his work and career

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INERVIEW

All images by and copyright of Jason Bell

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How did you become a photographer

I just always was I took pictures a lot as a child and then when I was at school I was given the keys to the school dark room which I remember finding a magical place It just carried on from there

You actually studied Politics Philosophy and Economics at Oxford and as of today you have photographed some of the most powerful individuals on earth from presidents to royals Is there a correlation there

I am a strong believer in researching the people I photograph so I think it helps that my education has given me an understanding of what some of them do

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What was it like to take the official christening photographs of Prince George

It was an honour to be asked Everyone kept telling me beforehand how nervous I would be and that I must be so stressed But I actually felt very relaxed throughout They gave me all the time I needed to prepare and were very friendly and relaxed I enjoyed it

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Many of your photos are part of the permanent collection of the National Portrait Gallery the United Kingdomrsquos official gallery for portraits of historical British people Your work is national history How does this feel

I try not to think of it in those terms but more about what I want to say about the person Irsquom photographing or what I can encourage them to reveal

Are there any portraits of yours in the National Portrait Gallery that stand out as favourites

My favourites tend to be favourites because they are people I have felt a particular connection with or even become friends with I try to do that with everyone I photograph but obviously it happens with some people more than others

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Yoursquove captured a lot of artists and entertainers as well What is it like photographing celebrities

I am lucky in that I photographed some famous people very early on in my career so I got used to it very quickly and it is not something that I find difficult to deal with at all now They are just people like everybody else and usually enjoy being treated as such

You did the movie posters for modern British classic like Billy Elliot and Love Actually How is shooting a movie poster different from capturing a portrait

It tends to be much more art directed so I have less freedom to just do what I want and have to follow a brief more carefully In those instances I try to follow that brief and then give them something in addition that they maybe didnrsquot know they wanted

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Have you ever photographed someone who had maybe been a role model of some kind for you or maybe just admired greatly

Yes - very early on in my career I was sent to Iceland to photograph Bjork I had been listening to that first album of hers all summer and so was a bit of a fan It actually kind of got in the way initially me being a fan and I had to get past that as quickly as possible to find the person I wanted to photograph

What was the most surreal moment you ever experienced during a photography shoot

I was shooting a campaign for the Royal Opera House of a Chinese opera singer called Liping Zhang in a beautiful area near the Mongolian border We were assured the weather would be OK since it was late spring but a freak snowstorm came through so we were all freezing and inappropriately dressed and we had to bundle her up in Chinese army coats to keep her warm and at the last moment there was so much snow we couldnrsquot even drive her to the spot where I wanted to photograph her so in order to get her there we had to rent a camel to put her on

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What advice would you give to amatuer photographers

Many of the students and amateurs who come to see me show me a little bit of everything That is unlikely to get you commissioned when you are starting out So I think itrsquos better to concentrate on one thing and do it very well at the beginning and then when that goes well you can branch out

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Bewitched by BlightA building in ruins hangs together by what seems like threads One of the upper floors sags precariously just inches above the head of a young woman who strolls absent-mindedly with a teddy-bear in hand It seems possible that at any moment the whole structure could come crashing down Lady Luck we presume

Danny Aguirre (danny-aguirre-142) is the PicsArtist responsible for this Photo of the Month entitled Lady Luck Aguirre edited this image to perfection transplanting a young lively and vibrant woman into a world of decay In this manner the photo speaks to us through contrast

Darkly lit ruins once full of life now sit forgotten surrounded by sick yellow skies The deteriorating building bears down on an unwary and carefree youth (Lady Luck) ambling at the mercy of its behemonth broken structure In this peculiar and eerie scene Aguirre captivates his audience while conveying the promise of the unexpected

In an ever-changing world Aguirre has captured the aesthetic beauty of a building that has passed its prime However in its old age the building has become something else entirely a peculiar and curious space open to imaginative interpretation This is perhaps the luck that the young lady pictured in the image and Aguirres audience have stumbled upon an unexpected opportunity to reflect on the present in light of the past Through his creative vision Aguirre allows us to study ourselves and the physical structures we leave behind for future generations

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A Photographerrsquos Guide to the US

The most unique shots in America and where to get them

Kelso San Dunes Mojave Desert

If yoursquore looking for a unique photography opportunity head for the Kelso Sand Dunes - mountainous piles of sand that seem to spring up from nowhere in the middle of the Mojave Desert The tallest dunes can rise up to 650 feet above the surrounding terrain In this setting a well-timed hike might allow you photograph the sunset from a phenomenal vantage point A couple words of caution be sure to take a flashlight in order to get back to your car and never go alone

If you donrsquot make it to the sand dunes dont despair The spectacular darkness of the Mojave desert translates into spectacular nighttime photography With almost no ambient light (apart from the stars and the vague glow over the horizon coming from Las Vegas) the Mojave is the perfect place to experiment with time lapse night shots and double exposures This is a surefire way to snap some fantastic shots

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The Redwood Forests California

If you drive down the west coast of California on Route 1 yoursquoll suddenly find yourself in a magical landscape of trees so tall that you feel like a tiny critter The redwood forests in California are truly a sight to behold and the deep ochre of the tree barks is spectacular to see

Driving through this area is fantastic but make sure that you park up and go exploring with your camera This is one of the best places for nature photography The way the light streams through the canopy in the late afternoon is nothing short of breathtaking a must see for every photographer

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Tucson Arizona

Tucson may not seem like a photographerrsquos haven and if you visit in July when the temperatures soar to over 100 degrees Fahrenheit it certainly wonrsquot feel like it either However the landscape of this often-forgotten city makes for some truly breathtaking sunsets and sunrises where flat land gives way to gorgeous mountains ensconced by sunlight

If you visit Tucson youll also find that it is an unlikely hotbed of culture and art With a history that goes back much further than many of its neighbors in the south west Tucson boasts remarkable architecture historic neighborhoods and museums not to mention the Mission San Xavier del Bac an 18th-century mission that is still functioning Whats more the city has a distinctly Western flavor in light of pervasive Native American and Mexican influences After the sun goes down yoursquoll also find art events and bars alive with music and bonding in a comfy college-town atmosphere which means that you can capture some great shots of people simply being themselves

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DIY Wall Decorations for Kids Room

Artists start young so here we want to show how you can nurture art into a child by decorating his room so he starts seeing and valuing creativity from his early days

This DIY tutorial is so easy to do that if you have elder children you can involve them in the process of making these awsome wall hangings Make a collage in minutes that will be an impressive surprise for everyone and give you a proud piece of original artwork to hang on the wall in your kids room

For this project yoursquoll need a color printer markers scissors glue 2 pieces of ordinary cardboard and 4 equal-sized colorfull cardboards or canvas

Step 1 PrintFind some awesome characters online by either browsing clipart in the PicsArt Shop or googling cartoon images Also print out some basic colors or patterns to cut into shapes If you dont like the color of your background cardboards or canvases you can either color them with paint or print out patterns to make your backgrounds more colorful

Step 2 CutCut out your characters carefully and glue them on cardboard Now cut out the cardboard in the shape of your characters Be sure to cut out shapes for the scenery of your collage like clouds and trees There is no need to glue them on an additional cardboard if you do not want to make them look 3D

Step 3 Create 3D ElementsIdentify some parts of the animals you want to highlight like tails eyes or ears Cut out two of those parts from cardboard and glue one over the other so that the one with patterns stays on top

Step 4 GlueGlue your shapes onto 4 pieces of cardboard Start with the scenery (trees and clouds) then glue on your characters then glue on their cool colored double-layered body parts to make them stand out As a result you will have 3D-like animals or any other items you want

Step 6 Draw Parts and Write MessagesYou can draw some fine elements into your collage using ordinary colorful markers You can also write a message on your collage with a marker Your creations are now ready to make your child smile

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Danielrsquos Twisted Animal Crime LineupGreat artists know how to turn heads with their art and that is certainly the case with PicsArtist of the Month Daniel (n3cr0n0m1c0n) However when he turns heads he turns them into something else Daniel has recently unveiled a series of photos that replace the head of a human body with various animal heads - the only exception being an awesome Star Wars stormtrooper helmet

In each photo of the series Daniels body dons a different head Nevertheless he is shown wearing the same clothes - a leather jacket with a zipper that runs diagonally across his torso into the side of his collar The thing about Danielrsquos photos is that the details of their construction work really well together to create a dark artistic vision with grungy undertones

Despite this odd synergy each photo is posed with a nonchalance that seems to undermine the strangeness of it all every shot displaying the emotional expression of a criminal lineup or mugshot The body takes on a neutral stance and the animal heads stare with vacant expressions as if silently counting the seconds for the camera shutter to click so they can walk off and do something else The overall emotional effect is weird uneasy slightly comic and extremely captivating

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Meet our team

Editor-in-Chief | Arusiak Kanetsyan

Art Editor | Cristina Gevorg

Designer | Ina Sarko

Copy Editor | Arto Vaun Cameron Sheldon

Editorial Contributors | Arto Vaun

Satenig Mirzoyan Mark Gargarian Heather Parry

Special Contributors | Lou Jones Chris Corradino

In-House Photographer | ma_lina

Address PicsArt Inc 800 West El Camino Real Mountain View CA 94040

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Copyright of Socialln Inc ( PicsArt Photo Studio ) 2013 All rights reserved No part of this magazine may be re-used without the written permission of the publisher The content of this magazine is for informational purposes only and is to the best of our knowledge correct at the time of publication PicsArt Photo Studio does not claim any ownership right for the photos in the Magazine All photosif not mentioned otherwise are the property of respective PicsArt users The PicsArt username or photo owner is cited on each photo PicsArt Photo Studio has a non-exclusive royalty-free worldwide limited licence to use modify add to publicly perform publicly display and reproduce PicsArt usersrsquo photos including without limitation distributing part or all of the Magazine in any media formats through any media channels

Wersquore turning the corner into summerrsquos full blast which means sun fun and friends That energy is reflected in the June issue of PicsArt Magazine As you relax and enjoy the summer warmth check out what we have in store in this issuehellip

There are many talented budding artists in the our community In this issue we highlight the work of Roxy HArt who uses PicsArt to mix in photography and drawing resulting in unique works of art Her work is bold honest and well worth checking out

Whatrsquos the one image most people think of when they think of summer The beach We bring you a diverse collection of beach images from different perspectives and regions From industrial ports and desolate beauty to fun-filled party scenes beaches are poetic spaces where the sea meets the land and these photos capture that perfectly

Along with the warmth of summer come the unique shades of sunlight Many photographers strive to capture and play with light Often even pros capture flares and twinkling light by accident PicsArt offers some dazzlingly realistic lens flares that can be inserted during the editing process We provide a helpful article to illustrate the uses of lens flares

Jason Bell is one of the best known portrait photographers working today His work has appeared in magazines like Vanity Fair and Vogue and he has photographed everyone from the royal family to movie stars In this issue Bell talks about his background photos and life as a high profile photographer

Therersquos much more in the June issue of PicsArt Magazine so sit back enjoy the sunshine and check out all the useful entertaining articles and photos

Welcome

As always please give us your feedback at infopicsartcom

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The Many Facets of Travel Lights

By Lou Jones

Straphanging on an overcrowded Green Line subway squeezed between a too young mother with baby stroller and a hipster with a too big backpack I spotted someone carrying a tote bag with the most cryptic logo stenciled on the side TRAVEL LIGHT THINK SMART I was about to dismiss it until I realized how many ways that message might be interpreted I still have no idea what they were advertising but my mind raced

1 If you plan on venturing more than three zip codes away from home and donrsquot want the hassle you can enlist travel services By changing the spelling (Travel LITE) we derive another name for convenience-based travel This often is to made-up locales like Disneyland or Six Flags or household destinations like Paris and Cancun school vacation tours package deals with groups of like-minded tourists and fun-filled resorts as opposed to hard places with names that have no vowels or are necessary to look up in a dictionary

In lieu of hardcore immersion into a new location these excursions offer enjoyment from managed sightseeing where most of the amenities are provided They also scream for ldquoselfierdquo photographs to make your friends back home jealous

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Travel Lite is intended to reduce stress generate new experiences and maximize convenience The terminus may be secondary to the service

2 As an inveterate travel photographer I often tote everything but the kitchen sink Besides cameras and lenses (visas Lomotil GPS) the most obvious is lighting equipment for my assignments Over the past few years I have reduced the size and weight of everything I carry Using speedlights which are small and portable has lightened my burden substantially I suppose you could call the speedlights (Nikon) and speedlites (Canon)TRAVEL LIGHTS

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On the other hand you might also need a nightlight that dangles from the end of your key chain to find the bathroom outhouse or latrine in some one-star motel or campground in Albuquerque or Ayers Rock

3 Abusing the privilege of moving unencumbered across the far reaches of our planet tourists of all types scorch the earth with their expectations culture money politics etc Their mere presence changes things Tourists pollute steal antiquities burden the ecology and stereotype the natives We need to tread lightly or travel light in order to be responsible guests

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There is a famous quote ldquoLeave nothing but footprints take nothing but picturesrdquo It should be the photographerrsquos mantra

4 The most likely meaning for the above slogan is important too As a general rule people who only venture out once in a while carry too much stuff They pack for every contingency--that fancy ball gown--just in case The phrase ldquoPack Right Travel Lightrdquo advises to pack your bags paying attention only to what is absolutely necessary There is nothing more unnecessary than being trapped by heavy luggage It is expensive to get onto planes

Inertia It slows you down You can hurt yourself or others

I try to adhere to a rule donrsquot carry it if you canrsquot run with it I have spent years seeking better designed gear that shaves ounces off my kit Camera bags that give you scoliosis really slow you down unless you are attempting an assignment that requires an inordinate amount of preparation Catching a taxi train or bus overloaded with too much stuff diminishes reasons for traveling in the first place And they are the mark of the ldquougly touristrdquo

5 THINK SMART Well that goes without saying And I had to catch another subway anyway

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Sharing Moments by the ShorePicsArtists Share Their Snapshots of the Sand Sun amp Waves

Beaches are everywhere yet no two beaches are the same Similarly PicsArtists are everywhere yet no two have the same eye or photographic flair When we look at these photos of the seaside collected from a community as large and diverse as PicsArt we cant help but appreciate the experiences we share in common in addition to the idiosyncrasies that make us unique

These photos tell the story of where the water meets the land The beach is a place where people come to do anything and everything - build sandcastles surf go for a swim take a pensive stroll or just sit and enjoy the view As enormous freightliners move in and out of harbors with loads of cargo small groups of beachgoers paddle out in tiny kayaks Birds circle overhead in search of fish or seek refuge ashore only to get chased away by small children

This collection of photos convey the experiences and memories as seen by PicsArtists on various shores scattered around the world They are so vivid you can almost taste the salt or a cool ocean breeze whipping across your face

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Add Flare to Your PhotosMany photographers spend years trying to capture a glimmering lens flare They invest in expensive lenses and strain to catch the light at just the right angle

Historically and for many photographers lens flare is a vexing light that reflects off the glass of your lens ruining an otherwise brilliant shot However the twinkling beauty of lens flare has transformed it from purely accidental into an artform of its own with many pros spending months trying to perfect their lens flare technique

PicsArt eases this process for you by offering some dazzlingly realistic lens flares that can be inserted during the editing process PicsArt lens flares are also fully customizable so you can integrate them seamlessly into your favorite shots Here we demonstrate four of PicsArtrsquos lens flares in action over the same photo each one offering itrsquos own mesmerizing effect And the best part is all they require is one touch

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PICSART IN ACTION

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8 Killer Tips for Air Show Photography

by Chris Corradino

As temperatures warm up around most of the globe its time to once again welcome the return of Air Show season If youve never attended one before get ready for a thrilling event No matter how many times I photograph these high flying performances the power and precision of the pilots never fails to amaze me While they are an astonishing sight the raw speed of the passing jets can make for a challenging photo opportunity This article includes eight essential tips to help you capture the big event in your area

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TUTORIAL Shooting

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Beat the Crowds

Since much of the 2013 flying season was cancelled due to budget cuts this years shows are expected to smash previous attendance records With more than 150000 people jockeying for a good vantage point its essential you arrive 1-2 hours before the show starts This allows you to set up your gear in a prime location with unobstructed views of the action Before settling on a spot scan the horizon for any distractions that could block your lens The performers usually enter from the left and right with their stunts done at show center

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Lens Options

Air shows are usually several hours in duration and longer lenses can get quite heavy Image

stabilization is a nice feature but a tripod will give your arms a break and allow you to

create sharp images consistently While the majority of my aviation work

is shot with longer lenses I find that wide angle lenses are also

useful for performance teams that are spread out in wide

formations By utilizing a few different options

you can capture more of the action and

come home with a diverse collection

of images

Camera Settings

In order to freeze the flight of an aircraft travelling over 500 miles per hour youll need a very fast shutter speed For the best results I recommend at least 11000th of a second This is quick enough to stop even the fastest of aircrafts while also preventing camera shaking My exposure is typically around 11000 ISO 400 and f56 These settings are not meant to be exact but merely a starting point Depending on the weather conditions that day adjustments may be necessary

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Autofocus Techniques

Most DSLR cameras feature continuous focusing also known as AI Servo This mode will allow you to track moving subjects Keep your center focusing point over the aircraft with your shutter held halfway down As you follow the plane through your viewfinder the camera will automatically adjust the focus as the aircraft gets closer When you are ready to make an image simply press the shutter all the way down Air Show organizers often arrange photo passes where the pilot flies at a reduced speed Donrsquot get too comfortable though they return to full speed after just a few slow turns

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The Peak of Action

Smoke trails and afterburner effects are great additions to an aviation image Be ready for them as they happen quickly The trails of white smoke are actually created by pumping oil into the exhaust pipe This is particularly interesting when used by an entire formation of planes The patterns of smoke can be used to make for a more artistic composition In addition it adds a bit of contrast to the otherwise plain blue sky I also look to capture the interaction between two planes When pilots are flying side by side with their wings nearly touching a great deal of tension is introduced to the photo By freezing this moment in time you are also showcasing the precision and skill of the daring pilots

Enough Memory

With all of this fast-paced action you will likely burn through many memory cards rapidly I used to bring a portable hard drive with me and download the contents of the card while continuing to shoot This is no longer necessary as large capacity cards of 32GB are now very reasonably priced I like to shoot in RAW format whenever possible However if you are short on memory cards you may want to consider shooting in the LargeFine JPEG format This will allow you to fit more images on the card than RAW

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Capture The Local Color

For an up close look at some of these aircrafts check with your local airport or military base for static displays From the ground you can get a much better look at details like the paint scheme and propellers Depending on the venue you may even be able to climb inside the cockpit Since you will be very close a wide angle lens is the preferred choice here Walk around the entire plane to search for the best angle and create a strong composition

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Capture The Local Color

During the brief pauses in action turn your lens towards the people around you Spectators can often yield some interesting images Maybe its time for a quick selfie as well Pay special attention to any signs that may show the events name These can be used to start and end your gallery of images

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Creative Edits A City on a Back of an AnimalThe PicsArt editor makes really cool editing tricks easily available to anyone who has the will and imagination You can create some really amazing surreal images with PicsArt and to show you what we mean we have created a tutorial on how to raise an entire city on the back of an animal by combining photos and applying effects This tutorial also introduces users to our recently added feature for Android devices which lets users create their own custom clipart Follow these simple steps to become a photo wizard with PicsArt

TUTORIAL Editing

Step 1 Open Your Photo

Upload an animal photo from the Photo section of the main menu Make sure that your photo features a brightly lit animal in front of a dark background

Step 2 Apply the Cinerama Effect to the Main Photo

Select the Effects icon and choose the Cinerama effect from the Fx section of the Effects menu Save and confirm with checkmark

Step 3 Add a New Photo

Select the Add Photo icon and add a photo of the city you want to place on the back of the animal

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Step 4 Apply the Cinerama Effect

Select the top left icon (the Effect icon) from the menu that appears after you add a photo Apply the Cinerama effect just like you did with your main photo

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Step 5 Cut and Create Clipart

Select the Scissors icon from the top menu (ie the Free Crop option) Choose the Lasso option by clicking on the Brush icon Use the lasso to cut out the skyline of your city from the background Press the Save as Clipart button at the top of the screen to save your selection as a clipart image This will save your selection in My Clipart section allowing you to reuse it on any image whenever you need it

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Step 6 Place and Blend the Image

Adjust the size of your city and place it on the back of the animal Select and apply the Lighten blending mode from the menu

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Step 7 Shape Masks

Select the Shape Mask icon and choose a shape to frame your photo Reduce the opacity to around 30 to go with your shot Confirm and save your creation

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How to Draw Amazing Anime

Step by Step Tutorial

Anime has a unique style that has garnered global popularity even fanaticism This tutorial demonstrates how to make your very own anime using PicsArt Drawing Tools and your smart device

See how PicsArt Drawing Tools make drawing fun and easy and use this step by step tutorial to create your very own anime Who knows Maybe one day your anime will become the main character for your own cartoon or comics

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Step 1 Draw the Basic Outline

Draw a basic outline of your anime character using simple strokes in a light blue color so that you will be able to distinguish it from other outlines later on

Step 2 Refine your Outline

Add a new layer and use your previous layer as a guide to draw a more precise outline Delete the layer with the blue outline when finished

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Step 4 Add Color

Use thick colorful brushes to add the basic first layer of colors to your drawing

Step 3 Final Outline

Reduce the opacity and add a new layer for your final outline Trace a final outline using clean and deliberate strokes Make sure you get all of your details exactly right and correct previous mistakes Delete or hide previous outline layer when done

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Step 5 Add Shading

Add a new layer and outline the areas of your drawing you would like to shade Color this outline in black when you are ready

Step 6 Background Color

Reduce the opacity of your shade layer for a more subtle shade Use brighter tones to add lighting and reflection in your drawing Finish your drawing by using a translucent brush to add shading and texture to your background This creates ambiance and gives your anime character that final touch of realism it needs

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Design a Postcard that Encapsulates Summer VacationPicsArt has everything you need to create the perfect postcard using your summer photos With the right combination of masks texts and clipart you can create a professional card that perfectly captures the feelings and images of your fondest summer vacation memories

With this tutorial wersquoll show you an example of how to create a postcard step by step Yoursquoll be surprised at how easy it is to make something look so good in five easy steps

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Step 1 Upload a PhotoUpload a photo from the edit section of the main menu

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Step 2 Add Shape MaskSelect the Shape Mask icon from the menu bar and choose a shape mask that fits your photo best Customize the color size and opacity of the mask

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Step 3 2nd Shape MaskAdd a second Shape Mask with the same color and opacity as your previous one Reverse the mask by checking the box next to Inverse at the bottom right corner

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Step 4 Add TextPress the Text icon to add text to your postcard Add your text line by line to experiment with different fonts sizes and colors

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Step 5 Add ClipartPress the Clipart icon and choose clipart images to add that go with the theme of your postcard Customize the size and color to complete your postcard

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PicsArtist Roxyrsquos Visceral Mobile ArtThe series of abstract portraits created by PicsArtist Roxy HArt (roxyhart) are gripping Not only is her artwork raw and emotionally charged but it is rendered in a unique artistic fashion - all on her mobile phone

At times Roxy mixes her drawings with photography blending the two togehter with a variety of brush strokes and textures Roxy does not hold back when she faces inner anguish as an artist but rather injects this emotion into her work

Nevertheless some of her portraits are less jarring possessing a softer more poetic touch In these portraits her frustration gives way to melancholy as she tones down stark reds and peppers her portraits with faded yellows purples and blues

Not long ago terms like ldquomobile artrdquo were easily dismissed by the fine art mainstream but PicsArtists like Roxy prove that a tablet or smartphone can be just as powerful as a canvas and paintbrush The following collection of portraits by Roxy illustrate that even without the traditional tools mobile artwork retains emotion and authenticity

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WHATS NEW

PicsArtrsquos Exciting New Features for iOS and Android Devices

PicsArt recently released some exciting updates for Android and iOS Most of the new features were available for both platforms but they had their slight differences

The update included two new effects Dodger and Vintage Ivory The former softens your photo with pale colors and ambient lighting while the latter is inspired by vintage color palettes and resolutions but with a new whiter and brighter twist

PicsArt also gave users the ability to customize the colors of PicsArt Masks with a new Hue slider Shape masks offer the opportunity to choose from a variety of shapes to overlay on your photos and they have been made even better recently - by adding the option to customize them by texture in addition to the previously available color and opacity

For a quick fix and speedy share of an image we introduced the Auto Enhance tool which automatically brings you the basic best version of your image while still allowing you to customize in small ways

In addition to these commonly shared updates the two platforms have some differences as well iOS users can now customize their collages by adjusting the inner borders and can choose from a whole new variety of pre-made grids iOS users will also be excited about our updates in the Social Network as written tags and usernames written out in comments or photo descriptions now automatically become links to what they are referencing This will make it easier for users to discover each other as well as trending tags

Donrsquot worry Android users you have some cool stuff too We know that photo stealing has become an issue in our network so we have removed the save option for photos Now only photos that have freetoedit tag can be saved and reused by others If you do not tag your miages with that tag no one will be able to save them We hope that this will help prevent photo theft and preserve the artistic rights of our creative userbase

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A Brief Introduction to Photo History

Although photography as we know it is among the youngest of the major art forms its history can be traced back to ancient times Chinese philosopher Mo-Zi discussed the principles of a camera obscura in the 4th or 5th century BCE For two thousand years it was known as a small dark room (or box) with a tiny hole in one wall through which light shone and projected an inverted image

During the late 1500s Giambattista della Portia perfected its design by adding a convex lens to the hole making a sharper more detailed image Camera obscuras allowed artists to trace a scene in ink for a more faithful reproduction

The Early Days of Image Processing

The 18th and 19th centuries saw a multitude of methods for image processing and creation In 1727 Johann Schulze mixed chalk silver and nitric acid - a very early photosensitive compound - noting that one side of the flask darkened when exposed to sunlight In 1816 Joseph Niceacutephore Nieacutepce created the worlds first photograph by coating a metal plate in a silver chloride solution and exposing it to light for 8 hours However he did not discover a way of permanently fixing

the image for another decadeWilliam Henry Fox Talbot applied Nieacutepces recipe to paper in 1834 fixing the images with a salt solution and eventually patenting the first paper negative as the ldquoCalotyperdquo in 1841

Meanwhile Louis Daguerre was creating the Daguerrotype by coating copper sheets in silver iodide creating a metal negative which he developed in a solution of mercury These two inventions lead to the creation of photography To that end on August 19 1839 the French government publicly acknowledged the invention of photography

The first glass negative was made by Frederick Scott Archer in 1851 using a wet plate collodion process During the 1850s the tintype photograph emerged this made the negative image appear positive by exposing it onto a dark-coloured metal sheet coated with collodion which made the shadows appear light and the highlights dark

In 1861 James Clerk-Maxwell realized that he could photograph a scene three times through a red blue and green filter and project the images on top of each other to create a full-colour image

Finally in 1871 Richard Leach Maddox suspended the silver solution in gelatin creating the dry emulsion which sent photography skyrocketing It was applied first to glass negatives but would later find its way onto the thin plastic film that made photography possible for the public at large

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The Photographic Boom

By 1878 glass plate negatives were being manufactured commercially and in 1880 George Eastman opened what would become the Eastman-Kodak company Within ten years he was producing roll film and in 1900 released the first personal camera the Kodak Brownie In 1907 the Lumiegravere Brothers released the first commercial colour film

Oscar Barnack working for Leitz microscopes pushed camera invention forward in 1914 with the first 35mm camera which was improved upon and released in 1924 as the first Leica camera 1936 saw the introduction of the modern SLR (single-lens reflex camera) as well as the legendary Kodachrome film which finally made colour photography popular Polaroid would release instant black-and-white film in 1948 followed by the colour version in 1963

Students from the Emerson School for GirlsSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

Medium Daguerreotype

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Unidentified Woman in Nine Oval ViewsSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

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The Digital Takeover

The first digital camera was invented in 1975 by Steve Sasson of Kodak using CCD sensor technology invented by Willard Boyle and George Smith in 1969 The birth of auto focus came with Minoltas Maxxum in 1985 paving the way for the worlds first commercially-available digital SLR ndash Kodaks 13 megapixel DCS-100 which sold in 1991 for $30000 USD Eight years later Nikon would wrestle away Kodaks dominance of the photo industry with the release of the D1 a 27MP model which went for a comparatively modest $6000

In 2003 Canon released the Digital Rebel the first consumer-level DSLR with a price tag under $1000 followed two years later by the first full-frame digital camera the 5D

Adobe hopped on the digital wave with the creation of Photoshop in 1990

A decade later the first camera phone was developed by Sharp in the early years of the new millennium Kodak ceased all production of film cameras in 2004 and even though the variety has been pared down they continue to produce film for the die-hard analog market

In the past ten years the major camera companies have focused their research and development almost entirely on improving their digital technology which has now begun to plateau The possibilities for future ingenuity now lay wide open with endless photographic possibilities waiting just over the horizon

The Reading EstablishmentAttributed to William Henry Fox Talbot (British 1800ndash1877)

Medium Salted paper prints from paper negatives

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Lola MontezSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

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Lemuel ShawSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

Medium Daguerreotype

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Louis-Jacques-Mandeacute DaguerreJohn Jabez Edwin Mayall (British Oldham Lancashire 1813ndash1901 West Sussex)

Medium Albumen silver print from glass negative

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View Down Brattle Street from the Southworth amp Hawes Studio at 5 12 Tremont Row Boston

Southworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)Medium Daguerreotype

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Interview with Celebrity Photographer Jason Bell Having shot for publications like Vanity Fair Vogue photographed royals and had some of his work submitted into Britainrsquos National Portrait Gallery Jason Bell has cemented his place as one of the foremost portrait photographers of his generation He has published four books and received more accolades than we have room to mention In any case Jasonrsquos work is the gold-standard when it comes to peering past the face and into the soul of subject model or celebrity His work has fascinated us for some time so we interviewed him to learn more about his work and career

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INERVIEW

All images by and copyright of Jason Bell

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How did you become a photographer

I just always was I took pictures a lot as a child and then when I was at school I was given the keys to the school dark room which I remember finding a magical place It just carried on from there

You actually studied Politics Philosophy and Economics at Oxford and as of today you have photographed some of the most powerful individuals on earth from presidents to royals Is there a correlation there

I am a strong believer in researching the people I photograph so I think it helps that my education has given me an understanding of what some of them do

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What was it like to take the official christening photographs of Prince George

It was an honour to be asked Everyone kept telling me beforehand how nervous I would be and that I must be so stressed But I actually felt very relaxed throughout They gave me all the time I needed to prepare and were very friendly and relaxed I enjoyed it

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Many of your photos are part of the permanent collection of the National Portrait Gallery the United Kingdomrsquos official gallery for portraits of historical British people Your work is national history How does this feel

I try not to think of it in those terms but more about what I want to say about the person Irsquom photographing or what I can encourage them to reveal

Are there any portraits of yours in the National Portrait Gallery that stand out as favourites

My favourites tend to be favourites because they are people I have felt a particular connection with or even become friends with I try to do that with everyone I photograph but obviously it happens with some people more than others

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Yoursquove captured a lot of artists and entertainers as well What is it like photographing celebrities

I am lucky in that I photographed some famous people very early on in my career so I got used to it very quickly and it is not something that I find difficult to deal with at all now They are just people like everybody else and usually enjoy being treated as such

You did the movie posters for modern British classic like Billy Elliot and Love Actually How is shooting a movie poster different from capturing a portrait

It tends to be much more art directed so I have less freedom to just do what I want and have to follow a brief more carefully In those instances I try to follow that brief and then give them something in addition that they maybe didnrsquot know they wanted

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Have you ever photographed someone who had maybe been a role model of some kind for you or maybe just admired greatly

Yes - very early on in my career I was sent to Iceland to photograph Bjork I had been listening to that first album of hers all summer and so was a bit of a fan It actually kind of got in the way initially me being a fan and I had to get past that as quickly as possible to find the person I wanted to photograph

What was the most surreal moment you ever experienced during a photography shoot

I was shooting a campaign for the Royal Opera House of a Chinese opera singer called Liping Zhang in a beautiful area near the Mongolian border We were assured the weather would be OK since it was late spring but a freak snowstorm came through so we were all freezing and inappropriately dressed and we had to bundle her up in Chinese army coats to keep her warm and at the last moment there was so much snow we couldnrsquot even drive her to the spot where I wanted to photograph her so in order to get her there we had to rent a camel to put her on

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What advice would you give to amatuer photographers

Many of the students and amateurs who come to see me show me a little bit of everything That is unlikely to get you commissioned when you are starting out So I think itrsquos better to concentrate on one thing and do it very well at the beginning and then when that goes well you can branch out

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Bewitched by BlightA building in ruins hangs together by what seems like threads One of the upper floors sags precariously just inches above the head of a young woman who strolls absent-mindedly with a teddy-bear in hand It seems possible that at any moment the whole structure could come crashing down Lady Luck we presume

Danny Aguirre (danny-aguirre-142) is the PicsArtist responsible for this Photo of the Month entitled Lady Luck Aguirre edited this image to perfection transplanting a young lively and vibrant woman into a world of decay In this manner the photo speaks to us through contrast

Darkly lit ruins once full of life now sit forgotten surrounded by sick yellow skies The deteriorating building bears down on an unwary and carefree youth (Lady Luck) ambling at the mercy of its behemonth broken structure In this peculiar and eerie scene Aguirre captivates his audience while conveying the promise of the unexpected

In an ever-changing world Aguirre has captured the aesthetic beauty of a building that has passed its prime However in its old age the building has become something else entirely a peculiar and curious space open to imaginative interpretation This is perhaps the luck that the young lady pictured in the image and Aguirres audience have stumbled upon an unexpected opportunity to reflect on the present in light of the past Through his creative vision Aguirre allows us to study ourselves and the physical structures we leave behind for future generations

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A Photographerrsquos Guide to the US

The most unique shots in America and where to get them

Kelso San Dunes Mojave Desert

If yoursquore looking for a unique photography opportunity head for the Kelso Sand Dunes - mountainous piles of sand that seem to spring up from nowhere in the middle of the Mojave Desert The tallest dunes can rise up to 650 feet above the surrounding terrain In this setting a well-timed hike might allow you photograph the sunset from a phenomenal vantage point A couple words of caution be sure to take a flashlight in order to get back to your car and never go alone

If you donrsquot make it to the sand dunes dont despair The spectacular darkness of the Mojave desert translates into spectacular nighttime photography With almost no ambient light (apart from the stars and the vague glow over the horizon coming from Las Vegas) the Mojave is the perfect place to experiment with time lapse night shots and double exposures This is a surefire way to snap some fantastic shots

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The Redwood Forests California

If you drive down the west coast of California on Route 1 yoursquoll suddenly find yourself in a magical landscape of trees so tall that you feel like a tiny critter The redwood forests in California are truly a sight to behold and the deep ochre of the tree barks is spectacular to see

Driving through this area is fantastic but make sure that you park up and go exploring with your camera This is one of the best places for nature photography The way the light streams through the canopy in the late afternoon is nothing short of breathtaking a must see for every photographer

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Tucson Arizona

Tucson may not seem like a photographerrsquos haven and if you visit in July when the temperatures soar to over 100 degrees Fahrenheit it certainly wonrsquot feel like it either However the landscape of this often-forgotten city makes for some truly breathtaking sunsets and sunrises where flat land gives way to gorgeous mountains ensconced by sunlight

If you visit Tucson youll also find that it is an unlikely hotbed of culture and art With a history that goes back much further than many of its neighbors in the south west Tucson boasts remarkable architecture historic neighborhoods and museums not to mention the Mission San Xavier del Bac an 18th-century mission that is still functioning Whats more the city has a distinctly Western flavor in light of pervasive Native American and Mexican influences After the sun goes down yoursquoll also find art events and bars alive with music and bonding in a comfy college-town atmosphere which means that you can capture some great shots of people simply being themselves

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DIY Wall Decorations for Kids Room

Artists start young so here we want to show how you can nurture art into a child by decorating his room so he starts seeing and valuing creativity from his early days

This DIY tutorial is so easy to do that if you have elder children you can involve them in the process of making these awsome wall hangings Make a collage in minutes that will be an impressive surprise for everyone and give you a proud piece of original artwork to hang on the wall in your kids room

For this project yoursquoll need a color printer markers scissors glue 2 pieces of ordinary cardboard and 4 equal-sized colorfull cardboards or canvas

Step 1 PrintFind some awesome characters online by either browsing clipart in the PicsArt Shop or googling cartoon images Also print out some basic colors or patterns to cut into shapes If you dont like the color of your background cardboards or canvases you can either color them with paint or print out patterns to make your backgrounds more colorful

Step 2 CutCut out your characters carefully and glue them on cardboard Now cut out the cardboard in the shape of your characters Be sure to cut out shapes for the scenery of your collage like clouds and trees There is no need to glue them on an additional cardboard if you do not want to make them look 3D

Step 3 Create 3D ElementsIdentify some parts of the animals you want to highlight like tails eyes or ears Cut out two of those parts from cardboard and glue one over the other so that the one with patterns stays on top

Step 4 GlueGlue your shapes onto 4 pieces of cardboard Start with the scenery (trees and clouds) then glue on your characters then glue on their cool colored double-layered body parts to make them stand out As a result you will have 3D-like animals or any other items you want

Step 6 Draw Parts and Write MessagesYou can draw some fine elements into your collage using ordinary colorful markers You can also write a message on your collage with a marker Your creations are now ready to make your child smile

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Danielrsquos Twisted Animal Crime LineupGreat artists know how to turn heads with their art and that is certainly the case with PicsArtist of the Month Daniel (n3cr0n0m1c0n) However when he turns heads he turns them into something else Daniel has recently unveiled a series of photos that replace the head of a human body with various animal heads - the only exception being an awesome Star Wars stormtrooper helmet

In each photo of the series Daniels body dons a different head Nevertheless he is shown wearing the same clothes - a leather jacket with a zipper that runs diagonally across his torso into the side of his collar The thing about Danielrsquos photos is that the details of their construction work really well together to create a dark artistic vision with grungy undertones

Despite this odd synergy each photo is posed with a nonchalance that seems to undermine the strangeness of it all every shot displaying the emotional expression of a criminal lineup or mugshot The body takes on a neutral stance and the animal heads stare with vacant expressions as if silently counting the seconds for the camera shutter to click so they can walk off and do something else The overall emotional effect is weird uneasy slightly comic and extremely captivating

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Copyright of Socialln Inc ( PicsArt Photo Studio ) 2013 All rights reserved No part of this magazine may be re-used without the written permission of the publisher The content of this magazine is for informational purposes only and is to the best of our knowledge correct at the time of publication PicsArt Photo Studio does not claim any ownership right for the photos in the Magazine All photosif not mentioned otherwise are the property of respective PicsArt users The PicsArt username or photo owner is cited on each photo PicsArt Photo Studio has a non-exclusive royalty-free worldwide limited licence to use modify add to publicly perform publicly display and reproduce PicsArt usersrsquo photos including without limitation distributing part or all of the Magazine in any media formats through any media channels

Wersquore turning the corner into summerrsquos full blast which means sun fun and friends That energy is reflected in the June issue of PicsArt Magazine As you relax and enjoy the summer warmth check out what we have in store in this issuehellip

There are many talented budding artists in the our community In this issue we highlight the work of Roxy HArt who uses PicsArt to mix in photography and drawing resulting in unique works of art Her work is bold honest and well worth checking out

Whatrsquos the one image most people think of when they think of summer The beach We bring you a diverse collection of beach images from different perspectives and regions From industrial ports and desolate beauty to fun-filled party scenes beaches are poetic spaces where the sea meets the land and these photos capture that perfectly

Along with the warmth of summer come the unique shades of sunlight Many photographers strive to capture and play with light Often even pros capture flares and twinkling light by accident PicsArt offers some dazzlingly realistic lens flares that can be inserted during the editing process We provide a helpful article to illustrate the uses of lens flares

Jason Bell is one of the best known portrait photographers working today His work has appeared in magazines like Vanity Fair and Vogue and he has photographed everyone from the royal family to movie stars In this issue Bell talks about his background photos and life as a high profile photographer

Therersquos much more in the June issue of PicsArt Magazine so sit back enjoy the sunshine and check out all the useful entertaining articles and photos

Welcome

As always please give us your feedback at infopicsartcom

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The Many Facets of Travel Lights

By Lou Jones

Straphanging on an overcrowded Green Line subway squeezed between a too young mother with baby stroller and a hipster with a too big backpack I spotted someone carrying a tote bag with the most cryptic logo stenciled on the side TRAVEL LIGHT THINK SMART I was about to dismiss it until I realized how many ways that message might be interpreted I still have no idea what they were advertising but my mind raced

1 If you plan on venturing more than three zip codes away from home and donrsquot want the hassle you can enlist travel services By changing the spelling (Travel LITE) we derive another name for convenience-based travel This often is to made-up locales like Disneyland or Six Flags or household destinations like Paris and Cancun school vacation tours package deals with groups of like-minded tourists and fun-filled resorts as opposed to hard places with names that have no vowels or are necessary to look up in a dictionary

In lieu of hardcore immersion into a new location these excursions offer enjoyment from managed sightseeing where most of the amenities are provided They also scream for ldquoselfierdquo photographs to make your friends back home jealous

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Travel Lite is intended to reduce stress generate new experiences and maximize convenience The terminus may be secondary to the service

2 As an inveterate travel photographer I often tote everything but the kitchen sink Besides cameras and lenses (visas Lomotil GPS) the most obvious is lighting equipment for my assignments Over the past few years I have reduced the size and weight of everything I carry Using speedlights which are small and portable has lightened my burden substantially I suppose you could call the speedlights (Nikon) and speedlites (Canon)TRAVEL LIGHTS

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On the other hand you might also need a nightlight that dangles from the end of your key chain to find the bathroom outhouse or latrine in some one-star motel or campground in Albuquerque or Ayers Rock

3 Abusing the privilege of moving unencumbered across the far reaches of our planet tourists of all types scorch the earth with their expectations culture money politics etc Their mere presence changes things Tourists pollute steal antiquities burden the ecology and stereotype the natives We need to tread lightly or travel light in order to be responsible guests

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There is a famous quote ldquoLeave nothing but footprints take nothing but picturesrdquo It should be the photographerrsquos mantra

4 The most likely meaning for the above slogan is important too As a general rule people who only venture out once in a while carry too much stuff They pack for every contingency--that fancy ball gown--just in case The phrase ldquoPack Right Travel Lightrdquo advises to pack your bags paying attention only to what is absolutely necessary There is nothing more unnecessary than being trapped by heavy luggage It is expensive to get onto planes

Inertia It slows you down You can hurt yourself or others

I try to adhere to a rule donrsquot carry it if you canrsquot run with it I have spent years seeking better designed gear that shaves ounces off my kit Camera bags that give you scoliosis really slow you down unless you are attempting an assignment that requires an inordinate amount of preparation Catching a taxi train or bus overloaded with too much stuff diminishes reasons for traveling in the first place And they are the mark of the ldquougly touristrdquo

5 THINK SMART Well that goes without saying And I had to catch another subway anyway

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Sharing Moments by the ShorePicsArtists Share Their Snapshots of the Sand Sun amp Waves

Beaches are everywhere yet no two beaches are the same Similarly PicsArtists are everywhere yet no two have the same eye or photographic flair When we look at these photos of the seaside collected from a community as large and diverse as PicsArt we cant help but appreciate the experiences we share in common in addition to the idiosyncrasies that make us unique

These photos tell the story of where the water meets the land The beach is a place where people come to do anything and everything - build sandcastles surf go for a swim take a pensive stroll or just sit and enjoy the view As enormous freightliners move in and out of harbors with loads of cargo small groups of beachgoers paddle out in tiny kayaks Birds circle overhead in search of fish or seek refuge ashore only to get chased away by small children

This collection of photos convey the experiences and memories as seen by PicsArtists on various shores scattered around the world They are so vivid you can almost taste the salt or a cool ocean breeze whipping across your face

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Add Flare to Your PhotosMany photographers spend years trying to capture a glimmering lens flare They invest in expensive lenses and strain to catch the light at just the right angle

Historically and for many photographers lens flare is a vexing light that reflects off the glass of your lens ruining an otherwise brilliant shot However the twinkling beauty of lens flare has transformed it from purely accidental into an artform of its own with many pros spending months trying to perfect their lens flare technique

PicsArt eases this process for you by offering some dazzlingly realistic lens flares that can be inserted during the editing process PicsArt lens flares are also fully customizable so you can integrate them seamlessly into your favorite shots Here we demonstrate four of PicsArtrsquos lens flares in action over the same photo each one offering itrsquos own mesmerizing effect And the best part is all they require is one touch

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8 Killer Tips for Air Show Photography

by Chris Corradino

As temperatures warm up around most of the globe its time to once again welcome the return of Air Show season If youve never attended one before get ready for a thrilling event No matter how many times I photograph these high flying performances the power and precision of the pilots never fails to amaze me While they are an astonishing sight the raw speed of the passing jets can make for a challenging photo opportunity This article includes eight essential tips to help you capture the big event in your area

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TUTORIAL Shooting

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Beat the Crowds

Since much of the 2013 flying season was cancelled due to budget cuts this years shows are expected to smash previous attendance records With more than 150000 people jockeying for a good vantage point its essential you arrive 1-2 hours before the show starts This allows you to set up your gear in a prime location with unobstructed views of the action Before settling on a spot scan the horizon for any distractions that could block your lens The performers usually enter from the left and right with their stunts done at show center

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Lens Options

Air shows are usually several hours in duration and longer lenses can get quite heavy Image

stabilization is a nice feature but a tripod will give your arms a break and allow you to

create sharp images consistently While the majority of my aviation work

is shot with longer lenses I find that wide angle lenses are also

useful for performance teams that are spread out in wide

formations By utilizing a few different options

you can capture more of the action and

come home with a diverse collection

of images

Camera Settings

In order to freeze the flight of an aircraft travelling over 500 miles per hour youll need a very fast shutter speed For the best results I recommend at least 11000th of a second This is quick enough to stop even the fastest of aircrafts while also preventing camera shaking My exposure is typically around 11000 ISO 400 and f56 These settings are not meant to be exact but merely a starting point Depending on the weather conditions that day adjustments may be necessary

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Autofocus Techniques

Most DSLR cameras feature continuous focusing also known as AI Servo This mode will allow you to track moving subjects Keep your center focusing point over the aircraft with your shutter held halfway down As you follow the plane through your viewfinder the camera will automatically adjust the focus as the aircraft gets closer When you are ready to make an image simply press the shutter all the way down Air Show organizers often arrange photo passes where the pilot flies at a reduced speed Donrsquot get too comfortable though they return to full speed after just a few slow turns

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The Peak of Action

Smoke trails and afterburner effects are great additions to an aviation image Be ready for them as they happen quickly The trails of white smoke are actually created by pumping oil into the exhaust pipe This is particularly interesting when used by an entire formation of planes The patterns of smoke can be used to make for a more artistic composition In addition it adds a bit of contrast to the otherwise plain blue sky I also look to capture the interaction between two planes When pilots are flying side by side with their wings nearly touching a great deal of tension is introduced to the photo By freezing this moment in time you are also showcasing the precision and skill of the daring pilots

Enough Memory

With all of this fast-paced action you will likely burn through many memory cards rapidly I used to bring a portable hard drive with me and download the contents of the card while continuing to shoot This is no longer necessary as large capacity cards of 32GB are now very reasonably priced I like to shoot in RAW format whenever possible However if you are short on memory cards you may want to consider shooting in the LargeFine JPEG format This will allow you to fit more images on the card than RAW

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Capture The Local Color

For an up close look at some of these aircrafts check with your local airport or military base for static displays From the ground you can get a much better look at details like the paint scheme and propellers Depending on the venue you may even be able to climb inside the cockpit Since you will be very close a wide angle lens is the preferred choice here Walk around the entire plane to search for the best angle and create a strong composition

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Capture The Local Color

During the brief pauses in action turn your lens towards the people around you Spectators can often yield some interesting images Maybe its time for a quick selfie as well Pay special attention to any signs that may show the events name These can be used to start and end your gallery of images

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Creative Edits A City on a Back of an AnimalThe PicsArt editor makes really cool editing tricks easily available to anyone who has the will and imagination You can create some really amazing surreal images with PicsArt and to show you what we mean we have created a tutorial on how to raise an entire city on the back of an animal by combining photos and applying effects This tutorial also introduces users to our recently added feature for Android devices which lets users create their own custom clipart Follow these simple steps to become a photo wizard with PicsArt

TUTORIAL Editing

Step 1 Open Your Photo

Upload an animal photo from the Photo section of the main menu Make sure that your photo features a brightly lit animal in front of a dark background

Step 2 Apply the Cinerama Effect to the Main Photo

Select the Effects icon and choose the Cinerama effect from the Fx section of the Effects menu Save and confirm with checkmark

Step 3 Add a New Photo

Select the Add Photo icon and add a photo of the city you want to place on the back of the animal

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Step 4 Apply the Cinerama Effect

Select the top left icon (the Effect icon) from the menu that appears after you add a photo Apply the Cinerama effect just like you did with your main photo

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Step 5 Cut and Create Clipart

Select the Scissors icon from the top menu (ie the Free Crop option) Choose the Lasso option by clicking on the Brush icon Use the lasso to cut out the skyline of your city from the background Press the Save as Clipart button at the top of the screen to save your selection as a clipart image This will save your selection in My Clipart section allowing you to reuse it on any image whenever you need it

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Step 6 Place and Blend the Image

Adjust the size of your city and place it on the back of the animal Select and apply the Lighten blending mode from the menu

below Confirm the changes you have made

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Step 7 Shape Masks

Select the Shape Mask icon and choose a shape to frame your photo Reduce the opacity to around 30 to go with your shot Confirm and save your creation

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How to Draw Amazing Anime

Step by Step Tutorial

Anime has a unique style that has garnered global popularity even fanaticism This tutorial demonstrates how to make your very own anime using PicsArt Drawing Tools and your smart device

See how PicsArt Drawing Tools make drawing fun and easy and use this step by step tutorial to create your very own anime Who knows Maybe one day your anime will become the main character for your own cartoon or comics

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Step 1 Draw the Basic Outline

Draw a basic outline of your anime character using simple strokes in a light blue color so that you will be able to distinguish it from other outlines later on

Step 2 Refine your Outline

Add a new layer and use your previous layer as a guide to draw a more precise outline Delete the layer with the blue outline when finished

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Step 4 Add Color

Use thick colorful brushes to add the basic first layer of colors to your drawing

Step 3 Final Outline

Reduce the opacity and add a new layer for your final outline Trace a final outline using clean and deliberate strokes Make sure you get all of your details exactly right and correct previous mistakes Delete or hide previous outline layer when done

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Step 5 Add Shading

Add a new layer and outline the areas of your drawing you would like to shade Color this outline in black when you are ready

Step 6 Background Color

Reduce the opacity of your shade layer for a more subtle shade Use brighter tones to add lighting and reflection in your drawing Finish your drawing by using a translucent brush to add shading and texture to your background This creates ambiance and gives your anime character that final touch of realism it needs

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Design a Postcard that Encapsulates Summer VacationPicsArt has everything you need to create the perfect postcard using your summer photos With the right combination of masks texts and clipart you can create a professional card that perfectly captures the feelings and images of your fondest summer vacation memories

With this tutorial wersquoll show you an example of how to create a postcard step by step Yoursquoll be surprised at how easy it is to make something look so good in five easy steps

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Step 1 Upload a PhotoUpload a photo from the edit section of the main menu

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Step 2 Add Shape MaskSelect the Shape Mask icon from the menu bar and choose a shape mask that fits your photo best Customize the color size and opacity of the mask

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Step 3 2nd Shape MaskAdd a second Shape Mask with the same color and opacity as your previous one Reverse the mask by checking the box next to Inverse at the bottom right corner

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Step 4 Add TextPress the Text icon to add text to your postcard Add your text line by line to experiment with different fonts sizes and colors

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Step 5 Add ClipartPress the Clipart icon and choose clipart images to add that go with the theme of your postcard Customize the size and color to complete your postcard

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PicsArtist Roxyrsquos Visceral Mobile ArtThe series of abstract portraits created by PicsArtist Roxy HArt (roxyhart) are gripping Not only is her artwork raw and emotionally charged but it is rendered in a unique artistic fashion - all on her mobile phone

At times Roxy mixes her drawings with photography blending the two togehter with a variety of brush strokes and textures Roxy does not hold back when she faces inner anguish as an artist but rather injects this emotion into her work

Nevertheless some of her portraits are less jarring possessing a softer more poetic touch In these portraits her frustration gives way to melancholy as she tones down stark reds and peppers her portraits with faded yellows purples and blues

Not long ago terms like ldquomobile artrdquo were easily dismissed by the fine art mainstream but PicsArtists like Roxy prove that a tablet or smartphone can be just as powerful as a canvas and paintbrush The following collection of portraits by Roxy illustrate that even without the traditional tools mobile artwork retains emotion and authenticity

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WHATS NEW

PicsArtrsquos Exciting New Features for iOS and Android Devices

PicsArt recently released some exciting updates for Android and iOS Most of the new features were available for both platforms but they had their slight differences

The update included two new effects Dodger and Vintage Ivory The former softens your photo with pale colors and ambient lighting while the latter is inspired by vintage color palettes and resolutions but with a new whiter and brighter twist

PicsArt also gave users the ability to customize the colors of PicsArt Masks with a new Hue slider Shape masks offer the opportunity to choose from a variety of shapes to overlay on your photos and they have been made even better recently - by adding the option to customize them by texture in addition to the previously available color and opacity

For a quick fix and speedy share of an image we introduced the Auto Enhance tool which automatically brings you the basic best version of your image while still allowing you to customize in small ways

In addition to these commonly shared updates the two platforms have some differences as well iOS users can now customize their collages by adjusting the inner borders and can choose from a whole new variety of pre-made grids iOS users will also be excited about our updates in the Social Network as written tags and usernames written out in comments or photo descriptions now automatically become links to what they are referencing This will make it easier for users to discover each other as well as trending tags

Donrsquot worry Android users you have some cool stuff too We know that photo stealing has become an issue in our network so we have removed the save option for photos Now only photos that have freetoedit tag can be saved and reused by others If you do not tag your miages with that tag no one will be able to save them We hope that this will help prevent photo theft and preserve the artistic rights of our creative userbase

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A Brief Introduction to Photo History

Although photography as we know it is among the youngest of the major art forms its history can be traced back to ancient times Chinese philosopher Mo-Zi discussed the principles of a camera obscura in the 4th or 5th century BCE For two thousand years it was known as a small dark room (or box) with a tiny hole in one wall through which light shone and projected an inverted image

During the late 1500s Giambattista della Portia perfected its design by adding a convex lens to the hole making a sharper more detailed image Camera obscuras allowed artists to trace a scene in ink for a more faithful reproduction

The Early Days of Image Processing

The 18th and 19th centuries saw a multitude of methods for image processing and creation In 1727 Johann Schulze mixed chalk silver and nitric acid - a very early photosensitive compound - noting that one side of the flask darkened when exposed to sunlight In 1816 Joseph Niceacutephore Nieacutepce created the worlds first photograph by coating a metal plate in a silver chloride solution and exposing it to light for 8 hours However he did not discover a way of permanently fixing

the image for another decadeWilliam Henry Fox Talbot applied Nieacutepces recipe to paper in 1834 fixing the images with a salt solution and eventually patenting the first paper negative as the ldquoCalotyperdquo in 1841

Meanwhile Louis Daguerre was creating the Daguerrotype by coating copper sheets in silver iodide creating a metal negative which he developed in a solution of mercury These two inventions lead to the creation of photography To that end on August 19 1839 the French government publicly acknowledged the invention of photography

The first glass negative was made by Frederick Scott Archer in 1851 using a wet plate collodion process During the 1850s the tintype photograph emerged this made the negative image appear positive by exposing it onto a dark-coloured metal sheet coated with collodion which made the shadows appear light and the highlights dark

In 1861 James Clerk-Maxwell realized that he could photograph a scene three times through a red blue and green filter and project the images on top of each other to create a full-colour image

Finally in 1871 Richard Leach Maddox suspended the silver solution in gelatin creating the dry emulsion which sent photography skyrocketing It was applied first to glass negatives but would later find its way onto the thin plastic film that made photography possible for the public at large

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The Photographic Boom

By 1878 glass plate negatives were being manufactured commercially and in 1880 George Eastman opened what would become the Eastman-Kodak company Within ten years he was producing roll film and in 1900 released the first personal camera the Kodak Brownie In 1907 the Lumiegravere Brothers released the first commercial colour film

Oscar Barnack working for Leitz microscopes pushed camera invention forward in 1914 with the first 35mm camera which was improved upon and released in 1924 as the first Leica camera 1936 saw the introduction of the modern SLR (single-lens reflex camera) as well as the legendary Kodachrome film which finally made colour photography popular Polaroid would release instant black-and-white film in 1948 followed by the colour version in 1963

Students from the Emerson School for GirlsSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

Medium Daguerreotype

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Unidentified Woman in Nine Oval ViewsSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

Medium Daguerreotype

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The Digital Takeover

The first digital camera was invented in 1975 by Steve Sasson of Kodak using CCD sensor technology invented by Willard Boyle and George Smith in 1969 The birth of auto focus came with Minoltas Maxxum in 1985 paving the way for the worlds first commercially-available digital SLR ndash Kodaks 13 megapixel DCS-100 which sold in 1991 for $30000 USD Eight years later Nikon would wrestle away Kodaks dominance of the photo industry with the release of the D1 a 27MP model which went for a comparatively modest $6000

In 2003 Canon released the Digital Rebel the first consumer-level DSLR with a price tag under $1000 followed two years later by the first full-frame digital camera the 5D

Adobe hopped on the digital wave with the creation of Photoshop in 1990

A decade later the first camera phone was developed by Sharp in the early years of the new millennium Kodak ceased all production of film cameras in 2004 and even though the variety has been pared down they continue to produce film for the die-hard analog market

In the past ten years the major camera companies have focused their research and development almost entirely on improving their digital technology which has now begun to plateau The possibilities for future ingenuity now lay wide open with endless photographic possibilities waiting just over the horizon

The Reading EstablishmentAttributed to William Henry Fox Talbot (British 1800ndash1877)

Medium Salted paper prints from paper negatives

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Lola MontezSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

Medium Daguerreotype

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Lemuel ShawSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

Medium Daguerreotype

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Louis-Jacques-Mandeacute DaguerreJohn Jabez Edwin Mayall (British Oldham Lancashire 1813ndash1901 West Sussex)

Medium Albumen silver print from glass negative

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View Down Brattle Street from the Southworth amp Hawes Studio at 5 12 Tremont Row Boston

Southworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)Medium Daguerreotype

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Interview with Celebrity Photographer Jason Bell Having shot for publications like Vanity Fair Vogue photographed royals and had some of his work submitted into Britainrsquos National Portrait Gallery Jason Bell has cemented his place as one of the foremost portrait photographers of his generation He has published four books and received more accolades than we have room to mention In any case Jasonrsquos work is the gold-standard when it comes to peering past the face and into the soul of subject model or celebrity His work has fascinated us for some time so we interviewed him to learn more about his work and career

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INERVIEW

All images by and copyright of Jason Bell

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How did you become a photographer

I just always was I took pictures a lot as a child and then when I was at school I was given the keys to the school dark room which I remember finding a magical place It just carried on from there

You actually studied Politics Philosophy and Economics at Oxford and as of today you have photographed some of the most powerful individuals on earth from presidents to royals Is there a correlation there

I am a strong believer in researching the people I photograph so I think it helps that my education has given me an understanding of what some of them do

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What was it like to take the official christening photographs of Prince George

It was an honour to be asked Everyone kept telling me beforehand how nervous I would be and that I must be so stressed But I actually felt very relaxed throughout They gave me all the time I needed to prepare and were very friendly and relaxed I enjoyed it

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Many of your photos are part of the permanent collection of the National Portrait Gallery the United Kingdomrsquos official gallery for portraits of historical British people Your work is national history How does this feel

I try not to think of it in those terms but more about what I want to say about the person Irsquom photographing or what I can encourage them to reveal

Are there any portraits of yours in the National Portrait Gallery that stand out as favourites

My favourites tend to be favourites because they are people I have felt a particular connection with or even become friends with I try to do that with everyone I photograph but obviously it happens with some people more than others

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Yoursquove captured a lot of artists and entertainers as well What is it like photographing celebrities

I am lucky in that I photographed some famous people very early on in my career so I got used to it very quickly and it is not something that I find difficult to deal with at all now They are just people like everybody else and usually enjoy being treated as such

You did the movie posters for modern British classic like Billy Elliot and Love Actually How is shooting a movie poster different from capturing a portrait

It tends to be much more art directed so I have less freedom to just do what I want and have to follow a brief more carefully In those instances I try to follow that brief and then give them something in addition that they maybe didnrsquot know they wanted

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Have you ever photographed someone who had maybe been a role model of some kind for you or maybe just admired greatly

Yes - very early on in my career I was sent to Iceland to photograph Bjork I had been listening to that first album of hers all summer and so was a bit of a fan It actually kind of got in the way initially me being a fan and I had to get past that as quickly as possible to find the person I wanted to photograph

What was the most surreal moment you ever experienced during a photography shoot

I was shooting a campaign for the Royal Opera House of a Chinese opera singer called Liping Zhang in a beautiful area near the Mongolian border We were assured the weather would be OK since it was late spring but a freak snowstorm came through so we were all freezing and inappropriately dressed and we had to bundle her up in Chinese army coats to keep her warm and at the last moment there was so much snow we couldnrsquot even drive her to the spot where I wanted to photograph her so in order to get her there we had to rent a camel to put her on

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What advice would you give to amatuer photographers

Many of the students and amateurs who come to see me show me a little bit of everything That is unlikely to get you commissioned when you are starting out So I think itrsquos better to concentrate on one thing and do it very well at the beginning and then when that goes well you can branch out

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Bewitched by BlightA building in ruins hangs together by what seems like threads One of the upper floors sags precariously just inches above the head of a young woman who strolls absent-mindedly with a teddy-bear in hand It seems possible that at any moment the whole structure could come crashing down Lady Luck we presume

Danny Aguirre (danny-aguirre-142) is the PicsArtist responsible for this Photo of the Month entitled Lady Luck Aguirre edited this image to perfection transplanting a young lively and vibrant woman into a world of decay In this manner the photo speaks to us through contrast

Darkly lit ruins once full of life now sit forgotten surrounded by sick yellow skies The deteriorating building bears down on an unwary and carefree youth (Lady Luck) ambling at the mercy of its behemonth broken structure In this peculiar and eerie scene Aguirre captivates his audience while conveying the promise of the unexpected

In an ever-changing world Aguirre has captured the aesthetic beauty of a building that has passed its prime However in its old age the building has become something else entirely a peculiar and curious space open to imaginative interpretation This is perhaps the luck that the young lady pictured in the image and Aguirres audience have stumbled upon an unexpected opportunity to reflect on the present in light of the past Through his creative vision Aguirre allows us to study ourselves and the physical structures we leave behind for future generations

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A Photographerrsquos Guide to the US

The most unique shots in America and where to get them

Kelso San Dunes Mojave Desert

If yoursquore looking for a unique photography opportunity head for the Kelso Sand Dunes - mountainous piles of sand that seem to spring up from nowhere in the middle of the Mojave Desert The tallest dunes can rise up to 650 feet above the surrounding terrain In this setting a well-timed hike might allow you photograph the sunset from a phenomenal vantage point A couple words of caution be sure to take a flashlight in order to get back to your car and never go alone

If you donrsquot make it to the sand dunes dont despair The spectacular darkness of the Mojave desert translates into spectacular nighttime photography With almost no ambient light (apart from the stars and the vague glow over the horizon coming from Las Vegas) the Mojave is the perfect place to experiment with time lapse night shots and double exposures This is a surefire way to snap some fantastic shots

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The Redwood Forests California

If you drive down the west coast of California on Route 1 yoursquoll suddenly find yourself in a magical landscape of trees so tall that you feel like a tiny critter The redwood forests in California are truly a sight to behold and the deep ochre of the tree barks is spectacular to see

Driving through this area is fantastic but make sure that you park up and go exploring with your camera This is one of the best places for nature photography The way the light streams through the canopy in the late afternoon is nothing short of breathtaking a must see for every photographer

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Tucson Arizona

Tucson may not seem like a photographerrsquos haven and if you visit in July when the temperatures soar to over 100 degrees Fahrenheit it certainly wonrsquot feel like it either However the landscape of this often-forgotten city makes for some truly breathtaking sunsets and sunrises where flat land gives way to gorgeous mountains ensconced by sunlight

If you visit Tucson youll also find that it is an unlikely hotbed of culture and art With a history that goes back much further than many of its neighbors in the south west Tucson boasts remarkable architecture historic neighborhoods and museums not to mention the Mission San Xavier del Bac an 18th-century mission that is still functioning Whats more the city has a distinctly Western flavor in light of pervasive Native American and Mexican influences After the sun goes down yoursquoll also find art events and bars alive with music and bonding in a comfy college-town atmosphere which means that you can capture some great shots of people simply being themselves

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DIY Wall Decorations for Kids Room

Artists start young so here we want to show how you can nurture art into a child by decorating his room so he starts seeing and valuing creativity from his early days

This DIY tutorial is so easy to do that if you have elder children you can involve them in the process of making these awsome wall hangings Make a collage in minutes that will be an impressive surprise for everyone and give you a proud piece of original artwork to hang on the wall in your kids room

For this project yoursquoll need a color printer markers scissors glue 2 pieces of ordinary cardboard and 4 equal-sized colorfull cardboards or canvas

Step 1 PrintFind some awesome characters online by either browsing clipart in the PicsArt Shop or googling cartoon images Also print out some basic colors or patterns to cut into shapes If you dont like the color of your background cardboards or canvases you can either color them with paint or print out patterns to make your backgrounds more colorful

Step 2 CutCut out your characters carefully and glue them on cardboard Now cut out the cardboard in the shape of your characters Be sure to cut out shapes for the scenery of your collage like clouds and trees There is no need to glue them on an additional cardboard if you do not want to make them look 3D

Step 3 Create 3D ElementsIdentify some parts of the animals you want to highlight like tails eyes or ears Cut out two of those parts from cardboard and glue one over the other so that the one with patterns stays on top

Step 4 GlueGlue your shapes onto 4 pieces of cardboard Start with the scenery (trees and clouds) then glue on your characters then glue on their cool colored double-layered body parts to make them stand out As a result you will have 3D-like animals or any other items you want

Step 6 Draw Parts and Write MessagesYou can draw some fine elements into your collage using ordinary colorful markers You can also write a message on your collage with a marker Your creations are now ready to make your child smile

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Danielrsquos Twisted Animal Crime LineupGreat artists know how to turn heads with their art and that is certainly the case with PicsArtist of the Month Daniel (n3cr0n0m1c0n) However when he turns heads he turns them into something else Daniel has recently unveiled a series of photos that replace the head of a human body with various animal heads - the only exception being an awesome Star Wars stormtrooper helmet

In each photo of the series Daniels body dons a different head Nevertheless he is shown wearing the same clothes - a leather jacket with a zipper that runs diagonally across his torso into the side of his collar The thing about Danielrsquos photos is that the details of their construction work really well together to create a dark artistic vision with grungy undertones

Despite this odd synergy each photo is posed with a nonchalance that seems to undermine the strangeness of it all every shot displaying the emotional expression of a criminal lineup or mugshot The body takes on a neutral stance and the animal heads stare with vacant expressions as if silently counting the seconds for the camera shutter to click so they can walk off and do something else The overall emotional effect is weird uneasy slightly comic and extremely captivating

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The Many Facets of Travel Lights

By Lou Jones

Straphanging on an overcrowded Green Line subway squeezed between a too young mother with baby stroller and a hipster with a too big backpack I spotted someone carrying a tote bag with the most cryptic logo stenciled on the side TRAVEL LIGHT THINK SMART I was about to dismiss it until I realized how many ways that message might be interpreted I still have no idea what they were advertising but my mind raced

1 If you plan on venturing more than three zip codes away from home and donrsquot want the hassle you can enlist travel services By changing the spelling (Travel LITE) we derive another name for convenience-based travel This often is to made-up locales like Disneyland or Six Flags or household destinations like Paris and Cancun school vacation tours package deals with groups of like-minded tourists and fun-filled resorts as opposed to hard places with names that have no vowels or are necessary to look up in a dictionary

In lieu of hardcore immersion into a new location these excursions offer enjoyment from managed sightseeing where most of the amenities are provided They also scream for ldquoselfierdquo photographs to make your friends back home jealous

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Travel Lite is intended to reduce stress generate new experiences and maximize convenience The terminus may be secondary to the service

2 As an inveterate travel photographer I often tote everything but the kitchen sink Besides cameras and lenses (visas Lomotil GPS) the most obvious is lighting equipment for my assignments Over the past few years I have reduced the size and weight of everything I carry Using speedlights which are small and portable has lightened my burden substantially I suppose you could call the speedlights (Nikon) and speedlites (Canon)TRAVEL LIGHTS

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On the other hand you might also need a nightlight that dangles from the end of your key chain to find the bathroom outhouse or latrine in some one-star motel or campground in Albuquerque or Ayers Rock

3 Abusing the privilege of moving unencumbered across the far reaches of our planet tourists of all types scorch the earth with their expectations culture money politics etc Their mere presence changes things Tourists pollute steal antiquities burden the ecology and stereotype the natives We need to tread lightly or travel light in order to be responsible guests

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There is a famous quote ldquoLeave nothing but footprints take nothing but picturesrdquo It should be the photographerrsquos mantra

4 The most likely meaning for the above slogan is important too As a general rule people who only venture out once in a while carry too much stuff They pack for every contingency--that fancy ball gown--just in case The phrase ldquoPack Right Travel Lightrdquo advises to pack your bags paying attention only to what is absolutely necessary There is nothing more unnecessary than being trapped by heavy luggage It is expensive to get onto planes

Inertia It slows you down You can hurt yourself or others

I try to adhere to a rule donrsquot carry it if you canrsquot run with it I have spent years seeking better designed gear that shaves ounces off my kit Camera bags that give you scoliosis really slow you down unless you are attempting an assignment that requires an inordinate amount of preparation Catching a taxi train or bus overloaded with too much stuff diminishes reasons for traveling in the first place And they are the mark of the ldquougly touristrdquo

5 THINK SMART Well that goes without saying And I had to catch another subway anyway

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Sharing Moments by the ShorePicsArtists Share Their Snapshots of the Sand Sun amp Waves

Beaches are everywhere yet no two beaches are the same Similarly PicsArtists are everywhere yet no two have the same eye or photographic flair When we look at these photos of the seaside collected from a community as large and diverse as PicsArt we cant help but appreciate the experiences we share in common in addition to the idiosyncrasies that make us unique

These photos tell the story of where the water meets the land The beach is a place where people come to do anything and everything - build sandcastles surf go for a swim take a pensive stroll or just sit and enjoy the view As enormous freightliners move in and out of harbors with loads of cargo small groups of beachgoers paddle out in tiny kayaks Birds circle overhead in search of fish or seek refuge ashore only to get chased away by small children

This collection of photos convey the experiences and memories as seen by PicsArtists on various shores scattered around the world They are so vivid you can almost taste the salt or a cool ocean breeze whipping across your face

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Add Flare to Your PhotosMany photographers spend years trying to capture a glimmering lens flare They invest in expensive lenses and strain to catch the light at just the right angle

Historically and for many photographers lens flare is a vexing light that reflects off the glass of your lens ruining an otherwise brilliant shot However the twinkling beauty of lens flare has transformed it from purely accidental into an artform of its own with many pros spending months trying to perfect their lens flare technique

PicsArt eases this process for you by offering some dazzlingly realistic lens flares that can be inserted during the editing process PicsArt lens flares are also fully customizable so you can integrate them seamlessly into your favorite shots Here we demonstrate four of PicsArtrsquos lens flares in action over the same photo each one offering itrsquos own mesmerizing effect And the best part is all they require is one touch

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PICSART IN ACTION

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8 Killer Tips for Air Show Photography

by Chris Corradino

As temperatures warm up around most of the globe its time to once again welcome the return of Air Show season If youve never attended one before get ready for a thrilling event No matter how many times I photograph these high flying performances the power and precision of the pilots never fails to amaze me While they are an astonishing sight the raw speed of the passing jets can make for a challenging photo opportunity This article includes eight essential tips to help you capture the big event in your area

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TUTORIAL Shooting

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Beat the Crowds

Since much of the 2013 flying season was cancelled due to budget cuts this years shows are expected to smash previous attendance records With more than 150000 people jockeying for a good vantage point its essential you arrive 1-2 hours before the show starts This allows you to set up your gear in a prime location with unobstructed views of the action Before settling on a spot scan the horizon for any distractions that could block your lens The performers usually enter from the left and right with their stunts done at show center

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Lens Options

Air shows are usually several hours in duration and longer lenses can get quite heavy Image

stabilization is a nice feature but a tripod will give your arms a break and allow you to

create sharp images consistently While the majority of my aviation work

is shot with longer lenses I find that wide angle lenses are also

useful for performance teams that are spread out in wide

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of images

Camera Settings

In order to freeze the flight of an aircraft travelling over 500 miles per hour youll need a very fast shutter speed For the best results I recommend at least 11000th of a second This is quick enough to stop even the fastest of aircrafts while also preventing camera shaking My exposure is typically around 11000 ISO 400 and f56 These settings are not meant to be exact but merely a starting point Depending on the weather conditions that day adjustments may be necessary

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Autofocus Techniques

Most DSLR cameras feature continuous focusing also known as AI Servo This mode will allow you to track moving subjects Keep your center focusing point over the aircraft with your shutter held halfway down As you follow the plane through your viewfinder the camera will automatically adjust the focus as the aircraft gets closer When you are ready to make an image simply press the shutter all the way down Air Show organizers often arrange photo passes where the pilot flies at a reduced speed Donrsquot get too comfortable though they return to full speed after just a few slow turns

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The Peak of Action

Smoke trails and afterburner effects are great additions to an aviation image Be ready for them as they happen quickly The trails of white smoke are actually created by pumping oil into the exhaust pipe This is particularly interesting when used by an entire formation of planes The patterns of smoke can be used to make for a more artistic composition In addition it adds a bit of contrast to the otherwise plain blue sky I also look to capture the interaction between two planes When pilots are flying side by side with their wings nearly touching a great deal of tension is introduced to the photo By freezing this moment in time you are also showcasing the precision and skill of the daring pilots

Enough Memory

With all of this fast-paced action you will likely burn through many memory cards rapidly I used to bring a portable hard drive with me and download the contents of the card while continuing to shoot This is no longer necessary as large capacity cards of 32GB are now very reasonably priced I like to shoot in RAW format whenever possible However if you are short on memory cards you may want to consider shooting in the LargeFine JPEG format This will allow you to fit more images on the card than RAW

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Capture The Local Color

For an up close look at some of these aircrafts check with your local airport or military base for static displays From the ground you can get a much better look at details like the paint scheme and propellers Depending on the venue you may even be able to climb inside the cockpit Since you will be very close a wide angle lens is the preferred choice here Walk around the entire plane to search for the best angle and create a strong composition

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Capture The Local Color

During the brief pauses in action turn your lens towards the people around you Spectators can often yield some interesting images Maybe its time for a quick selfie as well Pay special attention to any signs that may show the events name These can be used to start and end your gallery of images

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Creative Edits A City on a Back of an AnimalThe PicsArt editor makes really cool editing tricks easily available to anyone who has the will and imagination You can create some really amazing surreal images with PicsArt and to show you what we mean we have created a tutorial on how to raise an entire city on the back of an animal by combining photos and applying effects This tutorial also introduces users to our recently added feature for Android devices which lets users create their own custom clipart Follow these simple steps to become a photo wizard with PicsArt

TUTORIAL Editing

Step 1 Open Your Photo

Upload an animal photo from the Photo section of the main menu Make sure that your photo features a brightly lit animal in front of a dark background

Step 2 Apply the Cinerama Effect to the Main Photo

Select the Effects icon and choose the Cinerama effect from the Fx section of the Effects menu Save and confirm with checkmark

Step 3 Add a New Photo

Select the Add Photo icon and add a photo of the city you want to place on the back of the animal

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Step 4 Apply the Cinerama Effect

Select the top left icon (the Effect icon) from the menu that appears after you add a photo Apply the Cinerama effect just like you did with your main photo

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Step 5 Cut and Create Clipart

Select the Scissors icon from the top menu (ie the Free Crop option) Choose the Lasso option by clicking on the Brush icon Use the lasso to cut out the skyline of your city from the background Press the Save as Clipart button at the top of the screen to save your selection as a clipart image This will save your selection in My Clipart section allowing you to reuse it on any image whenever you need it

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Step 6 Place and Blend the Image

Adjust the size of your city and place it on the back of the animal Select and apply the Lighten blending mode from the menu

below Confirm the changes you have made

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Step 7 Shape Masks

Select the Shape Mask icon and choose a shape to frame your photo Reduce the opacity to around 30 to go with your shot Confirm and save your creation

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How to Draw Amazing Anime

Step by Step Tutorial

Anime has a unique style that has garnered global popularity even fanaticism This tutorial demonstrates how to make your very own anime using PicsArt Drawing Tools and your smart device

See how PicsArt Drawing Tools make drawing fun and easy and use this step by step tutorial to create your very own anime Who knows Maybe one day your anime will become the main character for your own cartoon or comics

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Step 1 Draw the Basic Outline

Draw a basic outline of your anime character using simple strokes in a light blue color so that you will be able to distinguish it from other outlines later on

Step 2 Refine your Outline

Add a new layer and use your previous layer as a guide to draw a more precise outline Delete the layer with the blue outline when finished

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Step 4 Add Color

Use thick colorful brushes to add the basic first layer of colors to your drawing

Step 3 Final Outline

Reduce the opacity and add a new layer for your final outline Trace a final outline using clean and deliberate strokes Make sure you get all of your details exactly right and correct previous mistakes Delete or hide previous outline layer when done

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Step 5 Add Shading

Add a new layer and outline the areas of your drawing you would like to shade Color this outline in black when you are ready

Step 6 Background Color

Reduce the opacity of your shade layer for a more subtle shade Use brighter tones to add lighting and reflection in your drawing Finish your drawing by using a translucent brush to add shading and texture to your background This creates ambiance and gives your anime character that final touch of realism it needs

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Design a Postcard that Encapsulates Summer VacationPicsArt has everything you need to create the perfect postcard using your summer photos With the right combination of masks texts and clipart you can create a professional card that perfectly captures the feelings and images of your fondest summer vacation memories

With this tutorial wersquoll show you an example of how to create a postcard step by step Yoursquoll be surprised at how easy it is to make something look so good in five easy steps

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Step 1 Upload a PhotoUpload a photo from the edit section of the main menu

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Step 2 Add Shape MaskSelect the Shape Mask icon from the menu bar and choose a shape mask that fits your photo best Customize the color size and opacity of the mask

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Step 3 2nd Shape MaskAdd a second Shape Mask with the same color and opacity as your previous one Reverse the mask by checking the box next to Inverse at the bottom right corner

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Step 4 Add TextPress the Text icon to add text to your postcard Add your text line by line to experiment with different fonts sizes and colors

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Step 5 Add ClipartPress the Clipart icon and choose clipart images to add that go with the theme of your postcard Customize the size and color to complete your postcard

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PicsArtist Roxyrsquos Visceral Mobile ArtThe series of abstract portraits created by PicsArtist Roxy HArt (roxyhart) are gripping Not only is her artwork raw and emotionally charged but it is rendered in a unique artistic fashion - all on her mobile phone

At times Roxy mixes her drawings with photography blending the two togehter with a variety of brush strokes and textures Roxy does not hold back when she faces inner anguish as an artist but rather injects this emotion into her work

Nevertheless some of her portraits are less jarring possessing a softer more poetic touch In these portraits her frustration gives way to melancholy as she tones down stark reds and peppers her portraits with faded yellows purples and blues

Not long ago terms like ldquomobile artrdquo were easily dismissed by the fine art mainstream but PicsArtists like Roxy prove that a tablet or smartphone can be just as powerful as a canvas and paintbrush The following collection of portraits by Roxy illustrate that even without the traditional tools mobile artwork retains emotion and authenticity

INSPIRATION Drawing

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WHATS NEW

PicsArtrsquos Exciting New Features for iOS and Android Devices

PicsArt recently released some exciting updates for Android and iOS Most of the new features were available for both platforms but they had their slight differences

The update included two new effects Dodger and Vintage Ivory The former softens your photo with pale colors and ambient lighting while the latter is inspired by vintage color palettes and resolutions but with a new whiter and brighter twist

PicsArt also gave users the ability to customize the colors of PicsArt Masks with a new Hue slider Shape masks offer the opportunity to choose from a variety of shapes to overlay on your photos and they have been made even better recently - by adding the option to customize them by texture in addition to the previously available color and opacity

For a quick fix and speedy share of an image we introduced the Auto Enhance tool which automatically brings you the basic best version of your image while still allowing you to customize in small ways

In addition to these commonly shared updates the two platforms have some differences as well iOS users can now customize their collages by adjusting the inner borders and can choose from a whole new variety of pre-made grids iOS users will also be excited about our updates in the Social Network as written tags and usernames written out in comments or photo descriptions now automatically become links to what they are referencing This will make it easier for users to discover each other as well as trending tags

Donrsquot worry Android users you have some cool stuff too We know that photo stealing has become an issue in our network so we have removed the save option for photos Now only photos that have freetoedit tag can be saved and reused by others If you do not tag your miages with that tag no one will be able to save them We hope that this will help prevent photo theft and preserve the artistic rights of our creative userbase

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A Brief Introduction to Photo History

Although photography as we know it is among the youngest of the major art forms its history can be traced back to ancient times Chinese philosopher Mo-Zi discussed the principles of a camera obscura in the 4th or 5th century BCE For two thousand years it was known as a small dark room (or box) with a tiny hole in one wall through which light shone and projected an inverted image

During the late 1500s Giambattista della Portia perfected its design by adding a convex lens to the hole making a sharper more detailed image Camera obscuras allowed artists to trace a scene in ink for a more faithful reproduction

The Early Days of Image Processing

The 18th and 19th centuries saw a multitude of methods for image processing and creation In 1727 Johann Schulze mixed chalk silver and nitric acid - a very early photosensitive compound - noting that one side of the flask darkened when exposed to sunlight In 1816 Joseph Niceacutephore Nieacutepce created the worlds first photograph by coating a metal plate in a silver chloride solution and exposing it to light for 8 hours However he did not discover a way of permanently fixing

the image for another decadeWilliam Henry Fox Talbot applied Nieacutepces recipe to paper in 1834 fixing the images with a salt solution and eventually patenting the first paper negative as the ldquoCalotyperdquo in 1841

Meanwhile Louis Daguerre was creating the Daguerrotype by coating copper sheets in silver iodide creating a metal negative which he developed in a solution of mercury These two inventions lead to the creation of photography To that end on August 19 1839 the French government publicly acknowledged the invention of photography

The first glass negative was made by Frederick Scott Archer in 1851 using a wet plate collodion process During the 1850s the tintype photograph emerged this made the negative image appear positive by exposing it onto a dark-coloured metal sheet coated with collodion which made the shadows appear light and the highlights dark

In 1861 James Clerk-Maxwell realized that he could photograph a scene three times through a red blue and green filter and project the images on top of each other to create a full-colour image

Finally in 1871 Richard Leach Maddox suspended the silver solution in gelatin creating the dry emulsion which sent photography skyrocketing It was applied first to glass negatives but would later find its way onto the thin plastic film that made photography possible for the public at large

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The Photographic Boom

By 1878 glass plate negatives were being manufactured commercially and in 1880 George Eastman opened what would become the Eastman-Kodak company Within ten years he was producing roll film and in 1900 released the first personal camera the Kodak Brownie In 1907 the Lumiegravere Brothers released the first commercial colour film

Oscar Barnack working for Leitz microscopes pushed camera invention forward in 1914 with the first 35mm camera which was improved upon and released in 1924 as the first Leica camera 1936 saw the introduction of the modern SLR (single-lens reflex camera) as well as the legendary Kodachrome film which finally made colour photography popular Polaroid would release instant black-and-white film in 1948 followed by the colour version in 1963

Students from the Emerson School for GirlsSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

Medium Daguerreotype

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Unidentified Woman in Nine Oval ViewsSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

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The Digital Takeover

The first digital camera was invented in 1975 by Steve Sasson of Kodak using CCD sensor technology invented by Willard Boyle and George Smith in 1969 The birth of auto focus came with Minoltas Maxxum in 1985 paving the way for the worlds first commercially-available digital SLR ndash Kodaks 13 megapixel DCS-100 which sold in 1991 for $30000 USD Eight years later Nikon would wrestle away Kodaks dominance of the photo industry with the release of the D1 a 27MP model which went for a comparatively modest $6000

In 2003 Canon released the Digital Rebel the first consumer-level DSLR with a price tag under $1000 followed two years later by the first full-frame digital camera the 5D

Adobe hopped on the digital wave with the creation of Photoshop in 1990

A decade later the first camera phone was developed by Sharp in the early years of the new millennium Kodak ceased all production of film cameras in 2004 and even though the variety has been pared down they continue to produce film for the die-hard analog market

In the past ten years the major camera companies have focused their research and development almost entirely on improving their digital technology which has now begun to plateau The possibilities for future ingenuity now lay wide open with endless photographic possibilities waiting just over the horizon

The Reading EstablishmentAttributed to William Henry Fox Talbot (British 1800ndash1877)

Medium Salted paper prints from paper negatives

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Lola MontezSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

Medium Daguerreotype

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Lemuel ShawSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

Medium Daguerreotype

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Louis-Jacques-Mandeacute DaguerreJohn Jabez Edwin Mayall (British Oldham Lancashire 1813ndash1901 West Sussex)

Medium Albumen silver print from glass negative

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View Down Brattle Street from the Southworth amp Hawes Studio at 5 12 Tremont Row Boston

Southworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)Medium Daguerreotype

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Interview with Celebrity Photographer Jason Bell Having shot for publications like Vanity Fair Vogue photographed royals and had some of his work submitted into Britainrsquos National Portrait Gallery Jason Bell has cemented his place as one of the foremost portrait photographers of his generation He has published four books and received more accolades than we have room to mention In any case Jasonrsquos work is the gold-standard when it comes to peering past the face and into the soul of subject model or celebrity His work has fascinated us for some time so we interviewed him to learn more about his work and career

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INERVIEW

All images by and copyright of Jason Bell

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How did you become a photographer

I just always was I took pictures a lot as a child and then when I was at school I was given the keys to the school dark room which I remember finding a magical place It just carried on from there

You actually studied Politics Philosophy and Economics at Oxford and as of today you have photographed some of the most powerful individuals on earth from presidents to royals Is there a correlation there

I am a strong believer in researching the people I photograph so I think it helps that my education has given me an understanding of what some of them do

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What was it like to take the official christening photographs of Prince George

It was an honour to be asked Everyone kept telling me beforehand how nervous I would be and that I must be so stressed But I actually felt very relaxed throughout They gave me all the time I needed to prepare and were very friendly and relaxed I enjoyed it

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Many of your photos are part of the permanent collection of the National Portrait Gallery the United Kingdomrsquos official gallery for portraits of historical British people Your work is national history How does this feel

I try not to think of it in those terms but more about what I want to say about the person Irsquom photographing or what I can encourage them to reveal

Are there any portraits of yours in the National Portrait Gallery that stand out as favourites

My favourites tend to be favourites because they are people I have felt a particular connection with or even become friends with I try to do that with everyone I photograph but obviously it happens with some people more than others

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Yoursquove captured a lot of artists and entertainers as well What is it like photographing celebrities

I am lucky in that I photographed some famous people very early on in my career so I got used to it very quickly and it is not something that I find difficult to deal with at all now They are just people like everybody else and usually enjoy being treated as such

You did the movie posters for modern British classic like Billy Elliot and Love Actually How is shooting a movie poster different from capturing a portrait

It tends to be much more art directed so I have less freedom to just do what I want and have to follow a brief more carefully In those instances I try to follow that brief and then give them something in addition that they maybe didnrsquot know they wanted

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Have you ever photographed someone who had maybe been a role model of some kind for you or maybe just admired greatly

Yes - very early on in my career I was sent to Iceland to photograph Bjork I had been listening to that first album of hers all summer and so was a bit of a fan It actually kind of got in the way initially me being a fan and I had to get past that as quickly as possible to find the person I wanted to photograph

What was the most surreal moment you ever experienced during a photography shoot

I was shooting a campaign for the Royal Opera House of a Chinese opera singer called Liping Zhang in a beautiful area near the Mongolian border We were assured the weather would be OK since it was late spring but a freak snowstorm came through so we were all freezing and inappropriately dressed and we had to bundle her up in Chinese army coats to keep her warm and at the last moment there was so much snow we couldnrsquot even drive her to the spot where I wanted to photograph her so in order to get her there we had to rent a camel to put her on

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What advice would you give to amatuer photographers

Many of the students and amateurs who come to see me show me a little bit of everything That is unlikely to get you commissioned when you are starting out So I think itrsquos better to concentrate on one thing and do it very well at the beginning and then when that goes well you can branch out

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Bewitched by BlightA building in ruins hangs together by what seems like threads One of the upper floors sags precariously just inches above the head of a young woman who strolls absent-mindedly with a teddy-bear in hand It seems possible that at any moment the whole structure could come crashing down Lady Luck we presume

Danny Aguirre (danny-aguirre-142) is the PicsArtist responsible for this Photo of the Month entitled Lady Luck Aguirre edited this image to perfection transplanting a young lively and vibrant woman into a world of decay In this manner the photo speaks to us through contrast

Darkly lit ruins once full of life now sit forgotten surrounded by sick yellow skies The deteriorating building bears down on an unwary and carefree youth (Lady Luck) ambling at the mercy of its behemonth broken structure In this peculiar and eerie scene Aguirre captivates his audience while conveying the promise of the unexpected

In an ever-changing world Aguirre has captured the aesthetic beauty of a building that has passed its prime However in its old age the building has become something else entirely a peculiar and curious space open to imaginative interpretation This is perhaps the luck that the young lady pictured in the image and Aguirres audience have stumbled upon an unexpected opportunity to reflect on the present in light of the past Through his creative vision Aguirre allows us to study ourselves and the physical structures we leave behind for future generations

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A Photographerrsquos Guide to the US

The most unique shots in America and where to get them

Kelso San Dunes Mojave Desert

If yoursquore looking for a unique photography opportunity head for the Kelso Sand Dunes - mountainous piles of sand that seem to spring up from nowhere in the middle of the Mojave Desert The tallest dunes can rise up to 650 feet above the surrounding terrain In this setting a well-timed hike might allow you photograph the sunset from a phenomenal vantage point A couple words of caution be sure to take a flashlight in order to get back to your car and never go alone

If you donrsquot make it to the sand dunes dont despair The spectacular darkness of the Mojave desert translates into spectacular nighttime photography With almost no ambient light (apart from the stars and the vague glow over the horizon coming from Las Vegas) the Mojave is the perfect place to experiment with time lapse night shots and double exposures This is a surefire way to snap some fantastic shots

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The Redwood Forests California

If you drive down the west coast of California on Route 1 yoursquoll suddenly find yourself in a magical landscape of trees so tall that you feel like a tiny critter The redwood forests in California are truly a sight to behold and the deep ochre of the tree barks is spectacular to see

Driving through this area is fantastic but make sure that you park up and go exploring with your camera This is one of the best places for nature photography The way the light streams through the canopy in the late afternoon is nothing short of breathtaking a must see for every photographer

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Tucson Arizona

Tucson may not seem like a photographerrsquos haven and if you visit in July when the temperatures soar to over 100 degrees Fahrenheit it certainly wonrsquot feel like it either However the landscape of this often-forgotten city makes for some truly breathtaking sunsets and sunrises where flat land gives way to gorgeous mountains ensconced by sunlight

If you visit Tucson youll also find that it is an unlikely hotbed of culture and art With a history that goes back much further than many of its neighbors in the south west Tucson boasts remarkable architecture historic neighborhoods and museums not to mention the Mission San Xavier del Bac an 18th-century mission that is still functioning Whats more the city has a distinctly Western flavor in light of pervasive Native American and Mexican influences After the sun goes down yoursquoll also find art events and bars alive with music and bonding in a comfy college-town atmosphere which means that you can capture some great shots of people simply being themselves

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DIY Wall Decorations for Kids Room

Artists start young so here we want to show how you can nurture art into a child by decorating his room so he starts seeing and valuing creativity from his early days

This DIY tutorial is so easy to do that if you have elder children you can involve them in the process of making these awsome wall hangings Make a collage in minutes that will be an impressive surprise for everyone and give you a proud piece of original artwork to hang on the wall in your kids room

For this project yoursquoll need a color printer markers scissors glue 2 pieces of ordinary cardboard and 4 equal-sized colorfull cardboards or canvas

Step 1 PrintFind some awesome characters online by either browsing clipart in the PicsArt Shop or googling cartoon images Also print out some basic colors or patterns to cut into shapes If you dont like the color of your background cardboards or canvases you can either color them with paint or print out patterns to make your backgrounds more colorful

Step 2 CutCut out your characters carefully and glue them on cardboard Now cut out the cardboard in the shape of your characters Be sure to cut out shapes for the scenery of your collage like clouds and trees There is no need to glue them on an additional cardboard if you do not want to make them look 3D

Step 3 Create 3D ElementsIdentify some parts of the animals you want to highlight like tails eyes or ears Cut out two of those parts from cardboard and glue one over the other so that the one with patterns stays on top

Step 4 GlueGlue your shapes onto 4 pieces of cardboard Start with the scenery (trees and clouds) then glue on your characters then glue on their cool colored double-layered body parts to make them stand out As a result you will have 3D-like animals or any other items you want

Step 6 Draw Parts and Write MessagesYou can draw some fine elements into your collage using ordinary colorful markers You can also write a message on your collage with a marker Your creations are now ready to make your child smile

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Danielrsquos Twisted Animal Crime LineupGreat artists know how to turn heads with their art and that is certainly the case with PicsArtist of the Month Daniel (n3cr0n0m1c0n) However when he turns heads he turns them into something else Daniel has recently unveiled a series of photos that replace the head of a human body with various animal heads - the only exception being an awesome Star Wars stormtrooper helmet

In each photo of the series Daniels body dons a different head Nevertheless he is shown wearing the same clothes - a leather jacket with a zipper that runs diagonally across his torso into the side of his collar The thing about Danielrsquos photos is that the details of their construction work really well together to create a dark artistic vision with grungy undertones

Despite this odd synergy each photo is posed with a nonchalance that seems to undermine the strangeness of it all every shot displaying the emotional expression of a criminal lineup or mugshot The body takes on a neutral stance and the animal heads stare with vacant expressions as if silently counting the seconds for the camera shutter to click so they can walk off and do something else The overall emotional effect is weird uneasy slightly comic and extremely captivating

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Travel Lite is intended to reduce stress generate new experiences and maximize convenience The terminus may be secondary to the service

2 As an inveterate travel photographer I often tote everything but the kitchen sink Besides cameras and lenses (visas Lomotil GPS) the most obvious is lighting equipment for my assignments Over the past few years I have reduced the size and weight of everything I carry Using speedlights which are small and portable has lightened my burden substantially I suppose you could call the speedlights (Nikon) and speedlites (Canon)TRAVEL LIGHTS

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On the other hand you might also need a nightlight that dangles from the end of your key chain to find the bathroom outhouse or latrine in some one-star motel or campground in Albuquerque or Ayers Rock

3 Abusing the privilege of moving unencumbered across the far reaches of our planet tourists of all types scorch the earth with their expectations culture money politics etc Their mere presence changes things Tourists pollute steal antiquities burden the ecology and stereotype the natives We need to tread lightly or travel light in order to be responsible guests

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There is a famous quote ldquoLeave nothing but footprints take nothing but picturesrdquo It should be the photographerrsquos mantra

4 The most likely meaning for the above slogan is important too As a general rule people who only venture out once in a while carry too much stuff They pack for every contingency--that fancy ball gown--just in case The phrase ldquoPack Right Travel Lightrdquo advises to pack your bags paying attention only to what is absolutely necessary There is nothing more unnecessary than being trapped by heavy luggage It is expensive to get onto planes

Inertia It slows you down You can hurt yourself or others

I try to adhere to a rule donrsquot carry it if you canrsquot run with it I have spent years seeking better designed gear that shaves ounces off my kit Camera bags that give you scoliosis really slow you down unless you are attempting an assignment that requires an inordinate amount of preparation Catching a taxi train or bus overloaded with too much stuff diminishes reasons for traveling in the first place And they are the mark of the ldquougly touristrdquo

5 THINK SMART Well that goes without saying And I had to catch another subway anyway

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Sharing Moments by the ShorePicsArtists Share Their Snapshots of the Sand Sun amp Waves

Beaches are everywhere yet no two beaches are the same Similarly PicsArtists are everywhere yet no two have the same eye or photographic flair When we look at these photos of the seaside collected from a community as large and diverse as PicsArt we cant help but appreciate the experiences we share in common in addition to the idiosyncrasies that make us unique

These photos tell the story of where the water meets the land The beach is a place where people come to do anything and everything - build sandcastles surf go for a swim take a pensive stroll or just sit and enjoy the view As enormous freightliners move in and out of harbors with loads of cargo small groups of beachgoers paddle out in tiny kayaks Birds circle overhead in search of fish or seek refuge ashore only to get chased away by small children

This collection of photos convey the experiences and memories as seen by PicsArtists on various shores scattered around the world They are so vivid you can almost taste the salt or a cool ocean breeze whipping across your face

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Add Flare to Your PhotosMany photographers spend years trying to capture a glimmering lens flare They invest in expensive lenses and strain to catch the light at just the right angle

Historically and for many photographers lens flare is a vexing light that reflects off the glass of your lens ruining an otherwise brilliant shot However the twinkling beauty of lens flare has transformed it from purely accidental into an artform of its own with many pros spending months trying to perfect their lens flare technique

PicsArt eases this process for you by offering some dazzlingly realistic lens flares that can be inserted during the editing process PicsArt lens flares are also fully customizable so you can integrate them seamlessly into your favorite shots Here we demonstrate four of PicsArtrsquos lens flares in action over the same photo each one offering itrsquos own mesmerizing effect And the best part is all they require is one touch

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8 Killer Tips for Air Show Photography

by Chris Corradino

As temperatures warm up around most of the globe its time to once again welcome the return of Air Show season If youve never attended one before get ready for a thrilling event No matter how many times I photograph these high flying performances the power and precision of the pilots never fails to amaze me While they are an astonishing sight the raw speed of the passing jets can make for a challenging photo opportunity This article includes eight essential tips to help you capture the big event in your area

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TUTORIAL Shooting

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Beat the Crowds

Since much of the 2013 flying season was cancelled due to budget cuts this years shows are expected to smash previous attendance records With more than 150000 people jockeying for a good vantage point its essential you arrive 1-2 hours before the show starts This allows you to set up your gear in a prime location with unobstructed views of the action Before settling on a spot scan the horizon for any distractions that could block your lens The performers usually enter from the left and right with their stunts done at show center

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Lens Options

Air shows are usually several hours in duration and longer lenses can get quite heavy Image

stabilization is a nice feature but a tripod will give your arms a break and allow you to

create sharp images consistently While the majority of my aviation work

is shot with longer lenses I find that wide angle lenses are also

useful for performance teams that are spread out in wide

formations By utilizing a few different options

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of images

Camera Settings

In order to freeze the flight of an aircraft travelling over 500 miles per hour youll need a very fast shutter speed For the best results I recommend at least 11000th of a second This is quick enough to stop even the fastest of aircrafts while also preventing camera shaking My exposure is typically around 11000 ISO 400 and f56 These settings are not meant to be exact but merely a starting point Depending on the weather conditions that day adjustments may be necessary

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Autofocus Techniques

Most DSLR cameras feature continuous focusing also known as AI Servo This mode will allow you to track moving subjects Keep your center focusing point over the aircraft with your shutter held halfway down As you follow the plane through your viewfinder the camera will automatically adjust the focus as the aircraft gets closer When you are ready to make an image simply press the shutter all the way down Air Show organizers often arrange photo passes where the pilot flies at a reduced speed Donrsquot get too comfortable though they return to full speed after just a few slow turns

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The Peak of Action

Smoke trails and afterburner effects are great additions to an aviation image Be ready for them as they happen quickly The trails of white smoke are actually created by pumping oil into the exhaust pipe This is particularly interesting when used by an entire formation of planes The patterns of smoke can be used to make for a more artistic composition In addition it adds a bit of contrast to the otherwise plain blue sky I also look to capture the interaction between two planes When pilots are flying side by side with their wings nearly touching a great deal of tension is introduced to the photo By freezing this moment in time you are also showcasing the precision and skill of the daring pilots

Enough Memory

With all of this fast-paced action you will likely burn through many memory cards rapidly I used to bring a portable hard drive with me and download the contents of the card while continuing to shoot This is no longer necessary as large capacity cards of 32GB are now very reasonably priced I like to shoot in RAW format whenever possible However if you are short on memory cards you may want to consider shooting in the LargeFine JPEG format This will allow you to fit more images on the card than RAW

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Capture The Local Color

For an up close look at some of these aircrafts check with your local airport or military base for static displays From the ground you can get a much better look at details like the paint scheme and propellers Depending on the venue you may even be able to climb inside the cockpit Since you will be very close a wide angle lens is the preferred choice here Walk around the entire plane to search for the best angle and create a strong composition

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Capture The Local Color

During the brief pauses in action turn your lens towards the people around you Spectators can often yield some interesting images Maybe its time for a quick selfie as well Pay special attention to any signs that may show the events name These can be used to start and end your gallery of images

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Creative Edits A City on a Back of an AnimalThe PicsArt editor makes really cool editing tricks easily available to anyone who has the will and imagination You can create some really amazing surreal images with PicsArt and to show you what we mean we have created a tutorial on how to raise an entire city on the back of an animal by combining photos and applying effects This tutorial also introduces users to our recently added feature for Android devices which lets users create their own custom clipart Follow these simple steps to become a photo wizard with PicsArt

TUTORIAL Editing

Step 1 Open Your Photo

Upload an animal photo from the Photo section of the main menu Make sure that your photo features a brightly lit animal in front of a dark background

Step 2 Apply the Cinerama Effect to the Main Photo

Select the Effects icon and choose the Cinerama effect from the Fx section of the Effects menu Save and confirm with checkmark

Step 3 Add a New Photo

Select the Add Photo icon and add a photo of the city you want to place on the back of the animal

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Step 4 Apply the Cinerama Effect

Select the top left icon (the Effect icon) from the menu that appears after you add a photo Apply the Cinerama effect just like you did with your main photo

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Step 5 Cut and Create Clipart

Select the Scissors icon from the top menu (ie the Free Crop option) Choose the Lasso option by clicking on the Brush icon Use the lasso to cut out the skyline of your city from the background Press the Save as Clipart button at the top of the screen to save your selection as a clipart image This will save your selection in My Clipart section allowing you to reuse it on any image whenever you need it

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Step 6 Place and Blend the Image

Adjust the size of your city and place it on the back of the animal Select and apply the Lighten blending mode from the menu

below Confirm the changes you have made

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Step 7 Shape Masks

Select the Shape Mask icon and choose a shape to frame your photo Reduce the opacity to around 30 to go with your shot Confirm and save your creation

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How to Draw Amazing Anime

Step by Step Tutorial

Anime has a unique style that has garnered global popularity even fanaticism This tutorial demonstrates how to make your very own anime using PicsArt Drawing Tools and your smart device

See how PicsArt Drawing Tools make drawing fun and easy and use this step by step tutorial to create your very own anime Who knows Maybe one day your anime will become the main character for your own cartoon or comics

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Step 1 Draw the Basic Outline

Draw a basic outline of your anime character using simple strokes in a light blue color so that you will be able to distinguish it from other outlines later on

Step 2 Refine your Outline

Add a new layer and use your previous layer as a guide to draw a more precise outline Delete the layer with the blue outline when finished

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Step 4 Add Color

Use thick colorful brushes to add the basic first layer of colors to your drawing

Step 3 Final Outline

Reduce the opacity and add a new layer for your final outline Trace a final outline using clean and deliberate strokes Make sure you get all of your details exactly right and correct previous mistakes Delete or hide previous outline layer when done

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Step 5 Add Shading

Add a new layer and outline the areas of your drawing you would like to shade Color this outline in black when you are ready

Step 6 Background Color

Reduce the opacity of your shade layer for a more subtle shade Use brighter tones to add lighting and reflection in your drawing Finish your drawing by using a translucent brush to add shading and texture to your background This creates ambiance and gives your anime character that final touch of realism it needs

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Design a Postcard that Encapsulates Summer VacationPicsArt has everything you need to create the perfect postcard using your summer photos With the right combination of masks texts and clipart you can create a professional card that perfectly captures the feelings and images of your fondest summer vacation memories

With this tutorial wersquoll show you an example of how to create a postcard step by step Yoursquoll be surprised at how easy it is to make something look so good in five easy steps

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Step 1 Upload a PhotoUpload a photo from the edit section of the main menu

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Step 2 Add Shape MaskSelect the Shape Mask icon from the menu bar and choose a shape mask that fits your photo best Customize the color size and opacity of the mask

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Step 3 2nd Shape MaskAdd a second Shape Mask with the same color and opacity as your previous one Reverse the mask by checking the box next to Inverse at the bottom right corner

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Step 4 Add TextPress the Text icon to add text to your postcard Add your text line by line to experiment with different fonts sizes and colors

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Step 5 Add ClipartPress the Clipart icon and choose clipart images to add that go with the theme of your postcard Customize the size and color to complete your postcard

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PicsArtist Roxyrsquos Visceral Mobile ArtThe series of abstract portraits created by PicsArtist Roxy HArt (roxyhart) are gripping Not only is her artwork raw and emotionally charged but it is rendered in a unique artistic fashion - all on her mobile phone

At times Roxy mixes her drawings with photography blending the two togehter with a variety of brush strokes and textures Roxy does not hold back when she faces inner anguish as an artist but rather injects this emotion into her work

Nevertheless some of her portraits are less jarring possessing a softer more poetic touch In these portraits her frustration gives way to melancholy as she tones down stark reds and peppers her portraits with faded yellows purples and blues

Not long ago terms like ldquomobile artrdquo were easily dismissed by the fine art mainstream but PicsArtists like Roxy prove that a tablet or smartphone can be just as powerful as a canvas and paintbrush The following collection of portraits by Roxy illustrate that even without the traditional tools mobile artwork retains emotion and authenticity

INSPIRATION Drawing

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WHATS NEW

PicsArtrsquos Exciting New Features for iOS and Android Devices

PicsArt recently released some exciting updates for Android and iOS Most of the new features were available for both platforms but they had their slight differences

The update included two new effects Dodger and Vintage Ivory The former softens your photo with pale colors and ambient lighting while the latter is inspired by vintage color palettes and resolutions but with a new whiter and brighter twist

PicsArt also gave users the ability to customize the colors of PicsArt Masks with a new Hue slider Shape masks offer the opportunity to choose from a variety of shapes to overlay on your photos and they have been made even better recently - by adding the option to customize them by texture in addition to the previously available color and opacity

For a quick fix and speedy share of an image we introduced the Auto Enhance tool which automatically brings you the basic best version of your image while still allowing you to customize in small ways

In addition to these commonly shared updates the two platforms have some differences as well iOS users can now customize their collages by adjusting the inner borders and can choose from a whole new variety of pre-made grids iOS users will also be excited about our updates in the Social Network as written tags and usernames written out in comments or photo descriptions now automatically become links to what they are referencing This will make it easier for users to discover each other as well as trending tags

Donrsquot worry Android users you have some cool stuff too We know that photo stealing has become an issue in our network so we have removed the save option for photos Now only photos that have freetoedit tag can be saved and reused by others If you do not tag your miages with that tag no one will be able to save them We hope that this will help prevent photo theft and preserve the artistic rights of our creative userbase

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A Brief Introduction to Photo History

Although photography as we know it is among the youngest of the major art forms its history can be traced back to ancient times Chinese philosopher Mo-Zi discussed the principles of a camera obscura in the 4th or 5th century BCE For two thousand years it was known as a small dark room (or box) with a tiny hole in one wall through which light shone and projected an inverted image

During the late 1500s Giambattista della Portia perfected its design by adding a convex lens to the hole making a sharper more detailed image Camera obscuras allowed artists to trace a scene in ink for a more faithful reproduction

The Early Days of Image Processing

The 18th and 19th centuries saw a multitude of methods for image processing and creation In 1727 Johann Schulze mixed chalk silver and nitric acid - a very early photosensitive compound - noting that one side of the flask darkened when exposed to sunlight In 1816 Joseph Niceacutephore Nieacutepce created the worlds first photograph by coating a metal plate in a silver chloride solution and exposing it to light for 8 hours However he did not discover a way of permanently fixing

the image for another decadeWilliam Henry Fox Talbot applied Nieacutepces recipe to paper in 1834 fixing the images with a salt solution and eventually patenting the first paper negative as the ldquoCalotyperdquo in 1841

Meanwhile Louis Daguerre was creating the Daguerrotype by coating copper sheets in silver iodide creating a metal negative which he developed in a solution of mercury These two inventions lead to the creation of photography To that end on August 19 1839 the French government publicly acknowledged the invention of photography

The first glass negative was made by Frederick Scott Archer in 1851 using a wet plate collodion process During the 1850s the tintype photograph emerged this made the negative image appear positive by exposing it onto a dark-coloured metal sheet coated with collodion which made the shadows appear light and the highlights dark

In 1861 James Clerk-Maxwell realized that he could photograph a scene three times through a red blue and green filter and project the images on top of each other to create a full-colour image

Finally in 1871 Richard Leach Maddox suspended the silver solution in gelatin creating the dry emulsion which sent photography skyrocketing It was applied first to glass negatives but would later find its way onto the thin plastic film that made photography possible for the public at large

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The Photographic Boom

By 1878 glass plate negatives were being manufactured commercially and in 1880 George Eastman opened what would become the Eastman-Kodak company Within ten years he was producing roll film and in 1900 released the first personal camera the Kodak Brownie In 1907 the Lumiegravere Brothers released the first commercial colour film

Oscar Barnack working for Leitz microscopes pushed camera invention forward in 1914 with the first 35mm camera which was improved upon and released in 1924 as the first Leica camera 1936 saw the introduction of the modern SLR (single-lens reflex camera) as well as the legendary Kodachrome film which finally made colour photography popular Polaroid would release instant black-and-white film in 1948 followed by the colour version in 1963

Students from the Emerson School for GirlsSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

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Unidentified Woman in Nine Oval ViewsSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

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The Digital Takeover

The first digital camera was invented in 1975 by Steve Sasson of Kodak using CCD sensor technology invented by Willard Boyle and George Smith in 1969 The birth of auto focus came with Minoltas Maxxum in 1985 paving the way for the worlds first commercially-available digital SLR ndash Kodaks 13 megapixel DCS-100 which sold in 1991 for $30000 USD Eight years later Nikon would wrestle away Kodaks dominance of the photo industry with the release of the D1 a 27MP model which went for a comparatively modest $6000

In 2003 Canon released the Digital Rebel the first consumer-level DSLR with a price tag under $1000 followed two years later by the first full-frame digital camera the 5D

Adobe hopped on the digital wave with the creation of Photoshop in 1990

A decade later the first camera phone was developed by Sharp in the early years of the new millennium Kodak ceased all production of film cameras in 2004 and even though the variety has been pared down they continue to produce film for the die-hard analog market

In the past ten years the major camera companies have focused their research and development almost entirely on improving their digital technology which has now begun to plateau The possibilities for future ingenuity now lay wide open with endless photographic possibilities waiting just over the horizon

The Reading EstablishmentAttributed to William Henry Fox Talbot (British 1800ndash1877)

Medium Salted paper prints from paper negatives

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Lola MontezSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

Medium Daguerreotype

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Lemuel ShawSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

Medium Daguerreotype

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Louis-Jacques-Mandeacute DaguerreJohn Jabez Edwin Mayall (British Oldham Lancashire 1813ndash1901 West Sussex)

Medium Albumen silver print from glass negative

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View Down Brattle Street from the Southworth amp Hawes Studio at 5 12 Tremont Row Boston

Southworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)Medium Daguerreotype

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Interview with Celebrity Photographer Jason Bell Having shot for publications like Vanity Fair Vogue photographed royals and had some of his work submitted into Britainrsquos National Portrait Gallery Jason Bell has cemented his place as one of the foremost portrait photographers of his generation He has published four books and received more accolades than we have room to mention In any case Jasonrsquos work is the gold-standard when it comes to peering past the face and into the soul of subject model or celebrity His work has fascinated us for some time so we interviewed him to learn more about his work and career

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INERVIEW

All images by and copyright of Jason Bell

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How did you become a photographer

I just always was I took pictures a lot as a child and then when I was at school I was given the keys to the school dark room which I remember finding a magical place It just carried on from there

You actually studied Politics Philosophy and Economics at Oxford and as of today you have photographed some of the most powerful individuals on earth from presidents to royals Is there a correlation there

I am a strong believer in researching the people I photograph so I think it helps that my education has given me an understanding of what some of them do

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What was it like to take the official christening photographs of Prince George

It was an honour to be asked Everyone kept telling me beforehand how nervous I would be and that I must be so stressed But I actually felt very relaxed throughout They gave me all the time I needed to prepare and were very friendly and relaxed I enjoyed it

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Many of your photos are part of the permanent collection of the National Portrait Gallery the United Kingdomrsquos official gallery for portraits of historical British people Your work is national history How does this feel

I try not to think of it in those terms but more about what I want to say about the person Irsquom photographing or what I can encourage them to reveal

Are there any portraits of yours in the National Portrait Gallery that stand out as favourites

My favourites tend to be favourites because they are people I have felt a particular connection with or even become friends with I try to do that with everyone I photograph but obviously it happens with some people more than others

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Yoursquove captured a lot of artists and entertainers as well What is it like photographing celebrities

I am lucky in that I photographed some famous people very early on in my career so I got used to it very quickly and it is not something that I find difficult to deal with at all now They are just people like everybody else and usually enjoy being treated as such

You did the movie posters for modern British classic like Billy Elliot and Love Actually How is shooting a movie poster different from capturing a portrait

It tends to be much more art directed so I have less freedom to just do what I want and have to follow a brief more carefully In those instances I try to follow that brief and then give them something in addition that they maybe didnrsquot know they wanted

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Have you ever photographed someone who had maybe been a role model of some kind for you or maybe just admired greatly

Yes - very early on in my career I was sent to Iceland to photograph Bjork I had been listening to that first album of hers all summer and so was a bit of a fan It actually kind of got in the way initially me being a fan and I had to get past that as quickly as possible to find the person I wanted to photograph

What was the most surreal moment you ever experienced during a photography shoot

I was shooting a campaign for the Royal Opera House of a Chinese opera singer called Liping Zhang in a beautiful area near the Mongolian border We were assured the weather would be OK since it was late spring but a freak snowstorm came through so we were all freezing and inappropriately dressed and we had to bundle her up in Chinese army coats to keep her warm and at the last moment there was so much snow we couldnrsquot even drive her to the spot where I wanted to photograph her so in order to get her there we had to rent a camel to put her on

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What advice would you give to amatuer photographers

Many of the students and amateurs who come to see me show me a little bit of everything That is unlikely to get you commissioned when you are starting out So I think itrsquos better to concentrate on one thing and do it very well at the beginning and then when that goes well you can branch out

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Bewitched by BlightA building in ruins hangs together by what seems like threads One of the upper floors sags precariously just inches above the head of a young woman who strolls absent-mindedly with a teddy-bear in hand It seems possible that at any moment the whole structure could come crashing down Lady Luck we presume

Danny Aguirre (danny-aguirre-142) is the PicsArtist responsible for this Photo of the Month entitled Lady Luck Aguirre edited this image to perfection transplanting a young lively and vibrant woman into a world of decay In this manner the photo speaks to us through contrast

Darkly lit ruins once full of life now sit forgotten surrounded by sick yellow skies The deteriorating building bears down on an unwary and carefree youth (Lady Luck) ambling at the mercy of its behemonth broken structure In this peculiar and eerie scene Aguirre captivates his audience while conveying the promise of the unexpected

In an ever-changing world Aguirre has captured the aesthetic beauty of a building that has passed its prime However in its old age the building has become something else entirely a peculiar and curious space open to imaginative interpretation This is perhaps the luck that the young lady pictured in the image and Aguirres audience have stumbled upon an unexpected opportunity to reflect on the present in light of the past Through his creative vision Aguirre allows us to study ourselves and the physical structures we leave behind for future generations

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A Photographerrsquos Guide to the US

The most unique shots in America and where to get them

Kelso San Dunes Mojave Desert

If yoursquore looking for a unique photography opportunity head for the Kelso Sand Dunes - mountainous piles of sand that seem to spring up from nowhere in the middle of the Mojave Desert The tallest dunes can rise up to 650 feet above the surrounding terrain In this setting a well-timed hike might allow you photograph the sunset from a phenomenal vantage point A couple words of caution be sure to take a flashlight in order to get back to your car and never go alone

If you donrsquot make it to the sand dunes dont despair The spectacular darkness of the Mojave desert translates into spectacular nighttime photography With almost no ambient light (apart from the stars and the vague glow over the horizon coming from Las Vegas) the Mojave is the perfect place to experiment with time lapse night shots and double exposures This is a surefire way to snap some fantastic shots

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The Redwood Forests California

If you drive down the west coast of California on Route 1 yoursquoll suddenly find yourself in a magical landscape of trees so tall that you feel like a tiny critter The redwood forests in California are truly a sight to behold and the deep ochre of the tree barks is spectacular to see

Driving through this area is fantastic but make sure that you park up and go exploring with your camera This is one of the best places for nature photography The way the light streams through the canopy in the late afternoon is nothing short of breathtaking a must see for every photographer

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Tucson Arizona

Tucson may not seem like a photographerrsquos haven and if you visit in July when the temperatures soar to over 100 degrees Fahrenheit it certainly wonrsquot feel like it either However the landscape of this often-forgotten city makes for some truly breathtaking sunsets and sunrises where flat land gives way to gorgeous mountains ensconced by sunlight

If you visit Tucson youll also find that it is an unlikely hotbed of culture and art With a history that goes back much further than many of its neighbors in the south west Tucson boasts remarkable architecture historic neighborhoods and museums not to mention the Mission San Xavier del Bac an 18th-century mission that is still functioning Whats more the city has a distinctly Western flavor in light of pervasive Native American and Mexican influences After the sun goes down yoursquoll also find art events and bars alive with music and bonding in a comfy college-town atmosphere which means that you can capture some great shots of people simply being themselves

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DIY Wall Decorations for Kids Room

Artists start young so here we want to show how you can nurture art into a child by decorating his room so he starts seeing and valuing creativity from his early days

This DIY tutorial is so easy to do that if you have elder children you can involve them in the process of making these awsome wall hangings Make a collage in minutes that will be an impressive surprise for everyone and give you a proud piece of original artwork to hang on the wall in your kids room

For this project yoursquoll need a color printer markers scissors glue 2 pieces of ordinary cardboard and 4 equal-sized colorfull cardboards or canvas

Step 1 PrintFind some awesome characters online by either browsing clipart in the PicsArt Shop or googling cartoon images Also print out some basic colors or patterns to cut into shapes If you dont like the color of your background cardboards or canvases you can either color them with paint or print out patterns to make your backgrounds more colorful

Step 2 CutCut out your characters carefully and glue them on cardboard Now cut out the cardboard in the shape of your characters Be sure to cut out shapes for the scenery of your collage like clouds and trees There is no need to glue them on an additional cardboard if you do not want to make them look 3D

Step 3 Create 3D ElementsIdentify some parts of the animals you want to highlight like tails eyes or ears Cut out two of those parts from cardboard and glue one over the other so that the one with patterns stays on top

Step 4 GlueGlue your shapes onto 4 pieces of cardboard Start with the scenery (trees and clouds) then glue on your characters then glue on their cool colored double-layered body parts to make them stand out As a result you will have 3D-like animals or any other items you want

Step 6 Draw Parts and Write MessagesYou can draw some fine elements into your collage using ordinary colorful markers You can also write a message on your collage with a marker Your creations are now ready to make your child smile

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Danielrsquos Twisted Animal Crime LineupGreat artists know how to turn heads with their art and that is certainly the case with PicsArtist of the Month Daniel (n3cr0n0m1c0n) However when he turns heads he turns them into something else Daniel has recently unveiled a series of photos that replace the head of a human body with various animal heads - the only exception being an awesome Star Wars stormtrooper helmet

In each photo of the series Daniels body dons a different head Nevertheless he is shown wearing the same clothes - a leather jacket with a zipper that runs diagonally across his torso into the side of his collar The thing about Danielrsquos photos is that the details of their construction work really well together to create a dark artistic vision with grungy undertones

Despite this odd synergy each photo is posed with a nonchalance that seems to undermine the strangeness of it all every shot displaying the emotional expression of a criminal lineup or mugshot The body takes on a neutral stance and the animal heads stare with vacant expressions as if silently counting the seconds for the camera shutter to click so they can walk off and do something else The overall emotional effect is weird uneasy slightly comic and extremely captivating

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On the other hand you might also need a nightlight that dangles from the end of your key chain to find the bathroom outhouse or latrine in some one-star motel or campground in Albuquerque or Ayers Rock

3 Abusing the privilege of moving unencumbered across the far reaches of our planet tourists of all types scorch the earth with their expectations culture money politics etc Their mere presence changes things Tourists pollute steal antiquities burden the ecology and stereotype the natives We need to tread lightly or travel light in order to be responsible guests

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There is a famous quote ldquoLeave nothing but footprints take nothing but picturesrdquo It should be the photographerrsquos mantra

4 The most likely meaning for the above slogan is important too As a general rule people who only venture out once in a while carry too much stuff They pack for every contingency--that fancy ball gown--just in case The phrase ldquoPack Right Travel Lightrdquo advises to pack your bags paying attention only to what is absolutely necessary There is nothing more unnecessary than being trapped by heavy luggage It is expensive to get onto planes

Inertia It slows you down You can hurt yourself or others

I try to adhere to a rule donrsquot carry it if you canrsquot run with it I have spent years seeking better designed gear that shaves ounces off my kit Camera bags that give you scoliosis really slow you down unless you are attempting an assignment that requires an inordinate amount of preparation Catching a taxi train or bus overloaded with too much stuff diminishes reasons for traveling in the first place And they are the mark of the ldquougly touristrdquo

5 THINK SMART Well that goes without saying And I had to catch another subway anyway

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Sharing Moments by the ShorePicsArtists Share Their Snapshots of the Sand Sun amp Waves

Beaches are everywhere yet no two beaches are the same Similarly PicsArtists are everywhere yet no two have the same eye or photographic flair When we look at these photos of the seaside collected from a community as large and diverse as PicsArt we cant help but appreciate the experiences we share in common in addition to the idiosyncrasies that make us unique

These photos tell the story of where the water meets the land The beach is a place where people come to do anything and everything - build sandcastles surf go for a swim take a pensive stroll or just sit and enjoy the view As enormous freightliners move in and out of harbors with loads of cargo small groups of beachgoers paddle out in tiny kayaks Birds circle overhead in search of fish or seek refuge ashore only to get chased away by small children

This collection of photos convey the experiences and memories as seen by PicsArtists on various shores scattered around the world They are so vivid you can almost taste the salt or a cool ocean breeze whipping across your face

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Add Flare to Your PhotosMany photographers spend years trying to capture a glimmering lens flare They invest in expensive lenses and strain to catch the light at just the right angle

Historically and for many photographers lens flare is a vexing light that reflects off the glass of your lens ruining an otherwise brilliant shot However the twinkling beauty of lens flare has transformed it from purely accidental into an artform of its own with many pros spending months trying to perfect their lens flare technique

PicsArt eases this process for you by offering some dazzlingly realistic lens flares that can be inserted during the editing process PicsArt lens flares are also fully customizable so you can integrate them seamlessly into your favorite shots Here we demonstrate four of PicsArtrsquos lens flares in action over the same photo each one offering itrsquos own mesmerizing effect And the best part is all they require is one touch

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PICSART IN ACTION

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8 Killer Tips for Air Show Photography

by Chris Corradino

As temperatures warm up around most of the globe its time to once again welcome the return of Air Show season If youve never attended one before get ready for a thrilling event No matter how many times I photograph these high flying performances the power and precision of the pilots never fails to amaze me While they are an astonishing sight the raw speed of the passing jets can make for a challenging photo opportunity This article includes eight essential tips to help you capture the big event in your area

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TUTORIAL Shooting

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Beat the Crowds

Since much of the 2013 flying season was cancelled due to budget cuts this years shows are expected to smash previous attendance records With more than 150000 people jockeying for a good vantage point its essential you arrive 1-2 hours before the show starts This allows you to set up your gear in a prime location with unobstructed views of the action Before settling on a spot scan the horizon for any distractions that could block your lens The performers usually enter from the left and right with their stunts done at show center

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Lens Options

Air shows are usually several hours in duration and longer lenses can get quite heavy Image

stabilization is a nice feature but a tripod will give your arms a break and allow you to

create sharp images consistently While the majority of my aviation work

is shot with longer lenses I find that wide angle lenses are also

useful for performance teams that are spread out in wide

formations By utilizing a few different options

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Camera Settings

In order to freeze the flight of an aircraft travelling over 500 miles per hour youll need a very fast shutter speed For the best results I recommend at least 11000th of a second This is quick enough to stop even the fastest of aircrafts while also preventing camera shaking My exposure is typically around 11000 ISO 400 and f56 These settings are not meant to be exact but merely a starting point Depending on the weather conditions that day adjustments may be necessary

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Autofocus Techniques

Most DSLR cameras feature continuous focusing also known as AI Servo This mode will allow you to track moving subjects Keep your center focusing point over the aircraft with your shutter held halfway down As you follow the plane through your viewfinder the camera will automatically adjust the focus as the aircraft gets closer When you are ready to make an image simply press the shutter all the way down Air Show organizers often arrange photo passes where the pilot flies at a reduced speed Donrsquot get too comfortable though they return to full speed after just a few slow turns

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The Peak of Action

Smoke trails and afterburner effects are great additions to an aviation image Be ready for them as they happen quickly The trails of white smoke are actually created by pumping oil into the exhaust pipe This is particularly interesting when used by an entire formation of planes The patterns of smoke can be used to make for a more artistic composition In addition it adds a bit of contrast to the otherwise plain blue sky I also look to capture the interaction between two planes When pilots are flying side by side with their wings nearly touching a great deal of tension is introduced to the photo By freezing this moment in time you are also showcasing the precision and skill of the daring pilots

Enough Memory

With all of this fast-paced action you will likely burn through many memory cards rapidly I used to bring a portable hard drive with me and download the contents of the card while continuing to shoot This is no longer necessary as large capacity cards of 32GB are now very reasonably priced I like to shoot in RAW format whenever possible However if you are short on memory cards you may want to consider shooting in the LargeFine JPEG format This will allow you to fit more images on the card than RAW

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Capture The Local Color

For an up close look at some of these aircrafts check with your local airport or military base for static displays From the ground you can get a much better look at details like the paint scheme and propellers Depending on the venue you may even be able to climb inside the cockpit Since you will be very close a wide angle lens is the preferred choice here Walk around the entire plane to search for the best angle and create a strong composition

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Capture The Local Color

During the brief pauses in action turn your lens towards the people around you Spectators can often yield some interesting images Maybe its time for a quick selfie as well Pay special attention to any signs that may show the events name These can be used to start and end your gallery of images

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Creative Edits A City on a Back of an AnimalThe PicsArt editor makes really cool editing tricks easily available to anyone who has the will and imagination You can create some really amazing surreal images with PicsArt and to show you what we mean we have created a tutorial on how to raise an entire city on the back of an animal by combining photos and applying effects This tutorial also introduces users to our recently added feature for Android devices which lets users create their own custom clipart Follow these simple steps to become a photo wizard with PicsArt

TUTORIAL Editing

Step 1 Open Your Photo

Upload an animal photo from the Photo section of the main menu Make sure that your photo features a brightly lit animal in front of a dark background

Step 2 Apply the Cinerama Effect to the Main Photo

Select the Effects icon and choose the Cinerama effect from the Fx section of the Effects menu Save and confirm with checkmark

Step 3 Add a New Photo

Select the Add Photo icon and add a photo of the city you want to place on the back of the animal

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Step 4 Apply the Cinerama Effect

Select the top left icon (the Effect icon) from the menu that appears after you add a photo Apply the Cinerama effect just like you did with your main photo

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Step 5 Cut and Create Clipart

Select the Scissors icon from the top menu (ie the Free Crop option) Choose the Lasso option by clicking on the Brush icon Use the lasso to cut out the skyline of your city from the background Press the Save as Clipart button at the top of the screen to save your selection as a clipart image This will save your selection in My Clipart section allowing you to reuse it on any image whenever you need it

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Step 6 Place and Blend the Image

Adjust the size of your city and place it on the back of the animal Select and apply the Lighten blending mode from the menu

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Step 7 Shape Masks

Select the Shape Mask icon and choose a shape to frame your photo Reduce the opacity to around 30 to go with your shot Confirm and save your creation

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How to Draw Amazing Anime

Step by Step Tutorial

Anime has a unique style that has garnered global popularity even fanaticism This tutorial demonstrates how to make your very own anime using PicsArt Drawing Tools and your smart device

See how PicsArt Drawing Tools make drawing fun and easy and use this step by step tutorial to create your very own anime Who knows Maybe one day your anime will become the main character for your own cartoon or comics

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Step 1 Draw the Basic Outline

Draw a basic outline of your anime character using simple strokes in a light blue color so that you will be able to distinguish it from other outlines later on

Step 2 Refine your Outline

Add a new layer and use your previous layer as a guide to draw a more precise outline Delete the layer with the blue outline when finished

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Step 4 Add Color

Use thick colorful brushes to add the basic first layer of colors to your drawing

Step 3 Final Outline

Reduce the opacity and add a new layer for your final outline Trace a final outline using clean and deliberate strokes Make sure you get all of your details exactly right and correct previous mistakes Delete or hide previous outline layer when done

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Step 5 Add Shading

Add a new layer and outline the areas of your drawing you would like to shade Color this outline in black when you are ready

Step 6 Background Color

Reduce the opacity of your shade layer for a more subtle shade Use brighter tones to add lighting and reflection in your drawing Finish your drawing by using a translucent brush to add shading and texture to your background This creates ambiance and gives your anime character that final touch of realism it needs

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Design a Postcard that Encapsulates Summer VacationPicsArt has everything you need to create the perfect postcard using your summer photos With the right combination of masks texts and clipart you can create a professional card that perfectly captures the feelings and images of your fondest summer vacation memories

With this tutorial wersquoll show you an example of how to create a postcard step by step Yoursquoll be surprised at how easy it is to make something look so good in five easy steps

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Step 1 Upload a PhotoUpload a photo from the edit section of the main menu

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Step 2 Add Shape MaskSelect the Shape Mask icon from the menu bar and choose a shape mask that fits your photo best Customize the color size and opacity of the mask

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Step 3 2nd Shape MaskAdd a second Shape Mask with the same color and opacity as your previous one Reverse the mask by checking the box next to Inverse at the bottom right corner

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Step 4 Add TextPress the Text icon to add text to your postcard Add your text line by line to experiment with different fonts sizes and colors

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Step 5 Add ClipartPress the Clipart icon and choose clipart images to add that go with the theme of your postcard Customize the size and color to complete your postcard

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PicsArtist Roxyrsquos Visceral Mobile ArtThe series of abstract portraits created by PicsArtist Roxy HArt (roxyhart) are gripping Not only is her artwork raw and emotionally charged but it is rendered in a unique artistic fashion - all on her mobile phone

At times Roxy mixes her drawings with photography blending the two togehter with a variety of brush strokes and textures Roxy does not hold back when she faces inner anguish as an artist but rather injects this emotion into her work

Nevertheless some of her portraits are less jarring possessing a softer more poetic touch In these portraits her frustration gives way to melancholy as she tones down stark reds and peppers her portraits with faded yellows purples and blues

Not long ago terms like ldquomobile artrdquo were easily dismissed by the fine art mainstream but PicsArtists like Roxy prove that a tablet or smartphone can be just as powerful as a canvas and paintbrush The following collection of portraits by Roxy illustrate that even without the traditional tools mobile artwork retains emotion and authenticity

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WHATS NEW

PicsArtrsquos Exciting New Features for iOS and Android Devices

PicsArt recently released some exciting updates for Android and iOS Most of the new features were available for both platforms but they had their slight differences

The update included two new effects Dodger and Vintage Ivory The former softens your photo with pale colors and ambient lighting while the latter is inspired by vintage color palettes and resolutions but with a new whiter and brighter twist

PicsArt also gave users the ability to customize the colors of PicsArt Masks with a new Hue slider Shape masks offer the opportunity to choose from a variety of shapes to overlay on your photos and they have been made even better recently - by adding the option to customize them by texture in addition to the previously available color and opacity

For a quick fix and speedy share of an image we introduced the Auto Enhance tool which automatically brings you the basic best version of your image while still allowing you to customize in small ways

In addition to these commonly shared updates the two platforms have some differences as well iOS users can now customize their collages by adjusting the inner borders and can choose from a whole new variety of pre-made grids iOS users will also be excited about our updates in the Social Network as written tags and usernames written out in comments or photo descriptions now automatically become links to what they are referencing This will make it easier for users to discover each other as well as trending tags

Donrsquot worry Android users you have some cool stuff too We know that photo stealing has become an issue in our network so we have removed the save option for photos Now only photos that have freetoedit tag can be saved and reused by others If you do not tag your miages with that tag no one will be able to save them We hope that this will help prevent photo theft and preserve the artistic rights of our creative userbase

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A Brief Introduction to Photo History

Although photography as we know it is among the youngest of the major art forms its history can be traced back to ancient times Chinese philosopher Mo-Zi discussed the principles of a camera obscura in the 4th or 5th century BCE For two thousand years it was known as a small dark room (or box) with a tiny hole in one wall through which light shone and projected an inverted image

During the late 1500s Giambattista della Portia perfected its design by adding a convex lens to the hole making a sharper more detailed image Camera obscuras allowed artists to trace a scene in ink for a more faithful reproduction

The Early Days of Image Processing

The 18th and 19th centuries saw a multitude of methods for image processing and creation In 1727 Johann Schulze mixed chalk silver and nitric acid - a very early photosensitive compound - noting that one side of the flask darkened when exposed to sunlight In 1816 Joseph Niceacutephore Nieacutepce created the worlds first photograph by coating a metal plate in a silver chloride solution and exposing it to light for 8 hours However he did not discover a way of permanently fixing

the image for another decadeWilliam Henry Fox Talbot applied Nieacutepces recipe to paper in 1834 fixing the images with a salt solution and eventually patenting the first paper negative as the ldquoCalotyperdquo in 1841

Meanwhile Louis Daguerre was creating the Daguerrotype by coating copper sheets in silver iodide creating a metal negative which he developed in a solution of mercury These two inventions lead to the creation of photography To that end on August 19 1839 the French government publicly acknowledged the invention of photography

The first glass negative was made by Frederick Scott Archer in 1851 using a wet plate collodion process During the 1850s the tintype photograph emerged this made the negative image appear positive by exposing it onto a dark-coloured metal sheet coated with collodion which made the shadows appear light and the highlights dark

In 1861 James Clerk-Maxwell realized that he could photograph a scene three times through a red blue and green filter and project the images on top of each other to create a full-colour image

Finally in 1871 Richard Leach Maddox suspended the silver solution in gelatin creating the dry emulsion which sent photography skyrocketing It was applied first to glass negatives but would later find its way onto the thin plastic film that made photography possible for the public at large

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The Photographic Boom

By 1878 glass plate negatives were being manufactured commercially and in 1880 George Eastman opened what would become the Eastman-Kodak company Within ten years he was producing roll film and in 1900 released the first personal camera the Kodak Brownie In 1907 the Lumiegravere Brothers released the first commercial colour film

Oscar Barnack working for Leitz microscopes pushed camera invention forward in 1914 with the first 35mm camera which was improved upon and released in 1924 as the first Leica camera 1936 saw the introduction of the modern SLR (single-lens reflex camera) as well as the legendary Kodachrome film which finally made colour photography popular Polaroid would release instant black-and-white film in 1948 followed by the colour version in 1963

Students from the Emerson School for GirlsSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

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Unidentified Woman in Nine Oval ViewsSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

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The Digital Takeover

The first digital camera was invented in 1975 by Steve Sasson of Kodak using CCD sensor technology invented by Willard Boyle and George Smith in 1969 The birth of auto focus came with Minoltas Maxxum in 1985 paving the way for the worlds first commercially-available digital SLR ndash Kodaks 13 megapixel DCS-100 which sold in 1991 for $30000 USD Eight years later Nikon would wrestle away Kodaks dominance of the photo industry with the release of the D1 a 27MP model which went for a comparatively modest $6000

In 2003 Canon released the Digital Rebel the first consumer-level DSLR with a price tag under $1000 followed two years later by the first full-frame digital camera the 5D

Adobe hopped on the digital wave with the creation of Photoshop in 1990

A decade later the first camera phone was developed by Sharp in the early years of the new millennium Kodak ceased all production of film cameras in 2004 and even though the variety has been pared down they continue to produce film for the die-hard analog market

In the past ten years the major camera companies have focused their research and development almost entirely on improving their digital technology which has now begun to plateau The possibilities for future ingenuity now lay wide open with endless photographic possibilities waiting just over the horizon

The Reading EstablishmentAttributed to William Henry Fox Talbot (British 1800ndash1877)

Medium Salted paper prints from paper negatives

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Lola MontezSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

Medium Daguerreotype

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Lemuel ShawSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

Medium Daguerreotype

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Louis-Jacques-Mandeacute DaguerreJohn Jabez Edwin Mayall (British Oldham Lancashire 1813ndash1901 West Sussex)

Medium Albumen silver print from glass negative

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View Down Brattle Street from the Southworth amp Hawes Studio at 5 12 Tremont Row Boston

Southworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)Medium Daguerreotype

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Interview with Celebrity Photographer Jason Bell Having shot for publications like Vanity Fair Vogue photographed royals and had some of his work submitted into Britainrsquos National Portrait Gallery Jason Bell has cemented his place as one of the foremost portrait photographers of his generation He has published four books and received more accolades than we have room to mention In any case Jasonrsquos work is the gold-standard when it comes to peering past the face and into the soul of subject model or celebrity His work has fascinated us for some time so we interviewed him to learn more about his work and career

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INERVIEW

All images by and copyright of Jason Bell

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How did you become a photographer

I just always was I took pictures a lot as a child and then when I was at school I was given the keys to the school dark room which I remember finding a magical place It just carried on from there

You actually studied Politics Philosophy and Economics at Oxford and as of today you have photographed some of the most powerful individuals on earth from presidents to royals Is there a correlation there

I am a strong believer in researching the people I photograph so I think it helps that my education has given me an understanding of what some of them do

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What was it like to take the official christening photographs of Prince George

It was an honour to be asked Everyone kept telling me beforehand how nervous I would be and that I must be so stressed But I actually felt very relaxed throughout They gave me all the time I needed to prepare and were very friendly and relaxed I enjoyed it

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Many of your photos are part of the permanent collection of the National Portrait Gallery the United Kingdomrsquos official gallery for portraits of historical British people Your work is national history How does this feel

I try not to think of it in those terms but more about what I want to say about the person Irsquom photographing or what I can encourage them to reveal

Are there any portraits of yours in the National Portrait Gallery that stand out as favourites

My favourites tend to be favourites because they are people I have felt a particular connection with or even become friends with I try to do that with everyone I photograph but obviously it happens with some people more than others

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Yoursquove captured a lot of artists and entertainers as well What is it like photographing celebrities

I am lucky in that I photographed some famous people very early on in my career so I got used to it very quickly and it is not something that I find difficult to deal with at all now They are just people like everybody else and usually enjoy being treated as such

You did the movie posters for modern British classic like Billy Elliot and Love Actually How is shooting a movie poster different from capturing a portrait

It tends to be much more art directed so I have less freedom to just do what I want and have to follow a brief more carefully In those instances I try to follow that brief and then give them something in addition that they maybe didnrsquot know they wanted

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Have you ever photographed someone who had maybe been a role model of some kind for you or maybe just admired greatly

Yes - very early on in my career I was sent to Iceland to photograph Bjork I had been listening to that first album of hers all summer and so was a bit of a fan It actually kind of got in the way initially me being a fan and I had to get past that as quickly as possible to find the person I wanted to photograph

What was the most surreal moment you ever experienced during a photography shoot

I was shooting a campaign for the Royal Opera House of a Chinese opera singer called Liping Zhang in a beautiful area near the Mongolian border We were assured the weather would be OK since it was late spring but a freak snowstorm came through so we were all freezing and inappropriately dressed and we had to bundle her up in Chinese army coats to keep her warm and at the last moment there was so much snow we couldnrsquot even drive her to the spot where I wanted to photograph her so in order to get her there we had to rent a camel to put her on

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What advice would you give to amatuer photographers

Many of the students and amateurs who come to see me show me a little bit of everything That is unlikely to get you commissioned when you are starting out So I think itrsquos better to concentrate on one thing and do it very well at the beginning and then when that goes well you can branch out

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Bewitched by BlightA building in ruins hangs together by what seems like threads One of the upper floors sags precariously just inches above the head of a young woman who strolls absent-mindedly with a teddy-bear in hand It seems possible that at any moment the whole structure could come crashing down Lady Luck we presume

Danny Aguirre (danny-aguirre-142) is the PicsArtist responsible for this Photo of the Month entitled Lady Luck Aguirre edited this image to perfection transplanting a young lively and vibrant woman into a world of decay In this manner the photo speaks to us through contrast

Darkly lit ruins once full of life now sit forgotten surrounded by sick yellow skies The deteriorating building bears down on an unwary and carefree youth (Lady Luck) ambling at the mercy of its behemonth broken structure In this peculiar and eerie scene Aguirre captivates his audience while conveying the promise of the unexpected

In an ever-changing world Aguirre has captured the aesthetic beauty of a building that has passed its prime However in its old age the building has become something else entirely a peculiar and curious space open to imaginative interpretation This is perhaps the luck that the young lady pictured in the image and Aguirres audience have stumbled upon an unexpected opportunity to reflect on the present in light of the past Through his creative vision Aguirre allows us to study ourselves and the physical structures we leave behind for future generations

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A Photographerrsquos Guide to the US

The most unique shots in America and where to get them

Kelso San Dunes Mojave Desert

If yoursquore looking for a unique photography opportunity head for the Kelso Sand Dunes - mountainous piles of sand that seem to spring up from nowhere in the middle of the Mojave Desert The tallest dunes can rise up to 650 feet above the surrounding terrain In this setting a well-timed hike might allow you photograph the sunset from a phenomenal vantage point A couple words of caution be sure to take a flashlight in order to get back to your car and never go alone

If you donrsquot make it to the sand dunes dont despair The spectacular darkness of the Mojave desert translates into spectacular nighttime photography With almost no ambient light (apart from the stars and the vague glow over the horizon coming from Las Vegas) the Mojave is the perfect place to experiment with time lapse night shots and double exposures This is a surefire way to snap some fantastic shots

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The Redwood Forests California

If you drive down the west coast of California on Route 1 yoursquoll suddenly find yourself in a magical landscape of trees so tall that you feel like a tiny critter The redwood forests in California are truly a sight to behold and the deep ochre of the tree barks is spectacular to see

Driving through this area is fantastic but make sure that you park up and go exploring with your camera This is one of the best places for nature photography The way the light streams through the canopy in the late afternoon is nothing short of breathtaking a must see for every photographer

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Tucson Arizona

Tucson may not seem like a photographerrsquos haven and if you visit in July when the temperatures soar to over 100 degrees Fahrenheit it certainly wonrsquot feel like it either However the landscape of this often-forgotten city makes for some truly breathtaking sunsets and sunrises where flat land gives way to gorgeous mountains ensconced by sunlight

If you visit Tucson youll also find that it is an unlikely hotbed of culture and art With a history that goes back much further than many of its neighbors in the south west Tucson boasts remarkable architecture historic neighborhoods and museums not to mention the Mission San Xavier del Bac an 18th-century mission that is still functioning Whats more the city has a distinctly Western flavor in light of pervasive Native American and Mexican influences After the sun goes down yoursquoll also find art events and bars alive with music and bonding in a comfy college-town atmosphere which means that you can capture some great shots of people simply being themselves

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DIY Wall Decorations for Kids Room

Artists start young so here we want to show how you can nurture art into a child by decorating his room so he starts seeing and valuing creativity from his early days

This DIY tutorial is so easy to do that if you have elder children you can involve them in the process of making these awsome wall hangings Make a collage in minutes that will be an impressive surprise for everyone and give you a proud piece of original artwork to hang on the wall in your kids room

For this project yoursquoll need a color printer markers scissors glue 2 pieces of ordinary cardboard and 4 equal-sized colorfull cardboards or canvas

Step 1 PrintFind some awesome characters online by either browsing clipart in the PicsArt Shop or googling cartoon images Also print out some basic colors or patterns to cut into shapes If you dont like the color of your background cardboards or canvases you can either color them with paint or print out patterns to make your backgrounds more colorful

Step 2 CutCut out your characters carefully and glue them on cardboard Now cut out the cardboard in the shape of your characters Be sure to cut out shapes for the scenery of your collage like clouds and trees There is no need to glue them on an additional cardboard if you do not want to make them look 3D

Step 3 Create 3D ElementsIdentify some parts of the animals you want to highlight like tails eyes or ears Cut out two of those parts from cardboard and glue one over the other so that the one with patterns stays on top

Step 4 GlueGlue your shapes onto 4 pieces of cardboard Start with the scenery (trees and clouds) then glue on your characters then glue on their cool colored double-layered body parts to make them stand out As a result you will have 3D-like animals or any other items you want

Step 6 Draw Parts and Write MessagesYou can draw some fine elements into your collage using ordinary colorful markers You can also write a message on your collage with a marker Your creations are now ready to make your child smile

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Danielrsquos Twisted Animal Crime LineupGreat artists know how to turn heads with their art and that is certainly the case with PicsArtist of the Month Daniel (n3cr0n0m1c0n) However when he turns heads he turns them into something else Daniel has recently unveiled a series of photos that replace the head of a human body with various animal heads - the only exception being an awesome Star Wars stormtrooper helmet

In each photo of the series Daniels body dons a different head Nevertheless he is shown wearing the same clothes - a leather jacket with a zipper that runs diagonally across his torso into the side of his collar The thing about Danielrsquos photos is that the details of their construction work really well together to create a dark artistic vision with grungy undertones

Despite this odd synergy each photo is posed with a nonchalance that seems to undermine the strangeness of it all every shot displaying the emotional expression of a criminal lineup or mugshot The body takes on a neutral stance and the animal heads stare with vacant expressions as if silently counting the seconds for the camera shutter to click so they can walk off and do something else The overall emotional effect is weird uneasy slightly comic and extremely captivating

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There is a famous quote ldquoLeave nothing but footprints take nothing but picturesrdquo It should be the photographerrsquos mantra

4 The most likely meaning for the above slogan is important too As a general rule people who only venture out once in a while carry too much stuff They pack for every contingency--that fancy ball gown--just in case The phrase ldquoPack Right Travel Lightrdquo advises to pack your bags paying attention only to what is absolutely necessary There is nothing more unnecessary than being trapped by heavy luggage It is expensive to get onto planes

Inertia It slows you down You can hurt yourself or others

I try to adhere to a rule donrsquot carry it if you canrsquot run with it I have spent years seeking better designed gear that shaves ounces off my kit Camera bags that give you scoliosis really slow you down unless you are attempting an assignment that requires an inordinate amount of preparation Catching a taxi train or bus overloaded with too much stuff diminishes reasons for traveling in the first place And they are the mark of the ldquougly touristrdquo

5 THINK SMART Well that goes without saying And I had to catch another subway anyway

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Sharing Moments by the ShorePicsArtists Share Their Snapshots of the Sand Sun amp Waves

Beaches are everywhere yet no two beaches are the same Similarly PicsArtists are everywhere yet no two have the same eye or photographic flair When we look at these photos of the seaside collected from a community as large and diverse as PicsArt we cant help but appreciate the experiences we share in common in addition to the idiosyncrasies that make us unique

These photos tell the story of where the water meets the land The beach is a place where people come to do anything and everything - build sandcastles surf go for a swim take a pensive stroll or just sit and enjoy the view As enormous freightliners move in and out of harbors with loads of cargo small groups of beachgoers paddle out in tiny kayaks Birds circle overhead in search of fish or seek refuge ashore only to get chased away by small children

This collection of photos convey the experiences and memories as seen by PicsArtists on various shores scattered around the world They are so vivid you can almost taste the salt or a cool ocean breeze whipping across your face

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Add Flare to Your PhotosMany photographers spend years trying to capture a glimmering lens flare They invest in expensive lenses and strain to catch the light at just the right angle

Historically and for many photographers lens flare is a vexing light that reflects off the glass of your lens ruining an otherwise brilliant shot However the twinkling beauty of lens flare has transformed it from purely accidental into an artform of its own with many pros spending months trying to perfect their lens flare technique

PicsArt eases this process for you by offering some dazzlingly realistic lens flares that can be inserted during the editing process PicsArt lens flares are also fully customizable so you can integrate them seamlessly into your favorite shots Here we demonstrate four of PicsArtrsquos lens flares in action over the same photo each one offering itrsquos own mesmerizing effect And the best part is all they require is one touch

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PICSART IN ACTION

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8 Killer Tips for Air Show Photography

by Chris Corradino

As temperatures warm up around most of the globe its time to once again welcome the return of Air Show season If youve never attended one before get ready for a thrilling event No matter how many times I photograph these high flying performances the power and precision of the pilots never fails to amaze me While they are an astonishing sight the raw speed of the passing jets can make for a challenging photo opportunity This article includes eight essential tips to help you capture the big event in your area

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TUTORIAL Shooting

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Beat the Crowds

Since much of the 2013 flying season was cancelled due to budget cuts this years shows are expected to smash previous attendance records With more than 150000 people jockeying for a good vantage point its essential you arrive 1-2 hours before the show starts This allows you to set up your gear in a prime location with unobstructed views of the action Before settling on a spot scan the horizon for any distractions that could block your lens The performers usually enter from the left and right with their stunts done at show center

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Lens Options

Air shows are usually several hours in duration and longer lenses can get quite heavy Image

stabilization is a nice feature but a tripod will give your arms a break and allow you to

create sharp images consistently While the majority of my aviation work

is shot with longer lenses I find that wide angle lenses are also

useful for performance teams that are spread out in wide

formations By utilizing a few different options

you can capture more of the action and

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of images

Camera Settings

In order to freeze the flight of an aircraft travelling over 500 miles per hour youll need a very fast shutter speed For the best results I recommend at least 11000th of a second This is quick enough to stop even the fastest of aircrafts while also preventing camera shaking My exposure is typically around 11000 ISO 400 and f56 These settings are not meant to be exact but merely a starting point Depending on the weather conditions that day adjustments may be necessary

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Autofocus Techniques

Most DSLR cameras feature continuous focusing also known as AI Servo This mode will allow you to track moving subjects Keep your center focusing point over the aircraft with your shutter held halfway down As you follow the plane through your viewfinder the camera will automatically adjust the focus as the aircraft gets closer When you are ready to make an image simply press the shutter all the way down Air Show organizers often arrange photo passes where the pilot flies at a reduced speed Donrsquot get too comfortable though they return to full speed after just a few slow turns

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The Peak of Action

Smoke trails and afterburner effects are great additions to an aviation image Be ready for them as they happen quickly The trails of white smoke are actually created by pumping oil into the exhaust pipe This is particularly interesting when used by an entire formation of planes The patterns of smoke can be used to make for a more artistic composition In addition it adds a bit of contrast to the otherwise plain blue sky I also look to capture the interaction between two planes When pilots are flying side by side with their wings nearly touching a great deal of tension is introduced to the photo By freezing this moment in time you are also showcasing the precision and skill of the daring pilots

Enough Memory

With all of this fast-paced action you will likely burn through many memory cards rapidly I used to bring a portable hard drive with me and download the contents of the card while continuing to shoot This is no longer necessary as large capacity cards of 32GB are now very reasonably priced I like to shoot in RAW format whenever possible However if you are short on memory cards you may want to consider shooting in the LargeFine JPEG format This will allow you to fit more images on the card than RAW

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Capture The Local Color

For an up close look at some of these aircrafts check with your local airport or military base for static displays From the ground you can get a much better look at details like the paint scheme and propellers Depending on the venue you may even be able to climb inside the cockpit Since you will be very close a wide angle lens is the preferred choice here Walk around the entire plane to search for the best angle and create a strong composition

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Capture The Local Color

During the brief pauses in action turn your lens towards the people around you Spectators can often yield some interesting images Maybe its time for a quick selfie as well Pay special attention to any signs that may show the events name These can be used to start and end your gallery of images

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Creative Edits A City on a Back of an AnimalThe PicsArt editor makes really cool editing tricks easily available to anyone who has the will and imagination You can create some really amazing surreal images with PicsArt and to show you what we mean we have created a tutorial on how to raise an entire city on the back of an animal by combining photos and applying effects This tutorial also introduces users to our recently added feature for Android devices which lets users create their own custom clipart Follow these simple steps to become a photo wizard with PicsArt

TUTORIAL Editing

Step 1 Open Your Photo

Upload an animal photo from the Photo section of the main menu Make sure that your photo features a brightly lit animal in front of a dark background

Step 2 Apply the Cinerama Effect to the Main Photo

Select the Effects icon and choose the Cinerama effect from the Fx section of the Effects menu Save and confirm with checkmark

Step 3 Add a New Photo

Select the Add Photo icon and add a photo of the city you want to place on the back of the animal

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Step 4 Apply the Cinerama Effect

Select the top left icon (the Effect icon) from the menu that appears after you add a photo Apply the Cinerama effect just like you did with your main photo

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Step 5 Cut and Create Clipart

Select the Scissors icon from the top menu (ie the Free Crop option) Choose the Lasso option by clicking on the Brush icon Use the lasso to cut out the skyline of your city from the background Press the Save as Clipart button at the top of the screen to save your selection as a clipart image This will save your selection in My Clipart section allowing you to reuse it on any image whenever you need it

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Step 6 Place and Blend the Image

Adjust the size of your city and place it on the back of the animal Select and apply the Lighten blending mode from the menu

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Step 7 Shape Masks

Select the Shape Mask icon and choose a shape to frame your photo Reduce the opacity to around 30 to go with your shot Confirm and save your creation

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How to Draw Amazing Anime

Step by Step Tutorial

Anime has a unique style that has garnered global popularity even fanaticism This tutorial demonstrates how to make your very own anime using PicsArt Drawing Tools and your smart device

See how PicsArt Drawing Tools make drawing fun and easy and use this step by step tutorial to create your very own anime Who knows Maybe one day your anime will become the main character for your own cartoon or comics

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Step 1 Draw the Basic Outline

Draw a basic outline of your anime character using simple strokes in a light blue color so that you will be able to distinguish it from other outlines later on

Step 2 Refine your Outline

Add a new layer and use your previous layer as a guide to draw a more precise outline Delete the layer with the blue outline when finished

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Step 4 Add Color

Use thick colorful brushes to add the basic first layer of colors to your drawing

Step 3 Final Outline

Reduce the opacity and add a new layer for your final outline Trace a final outline using clean and deliberate strokes Make sure you get all of your details exactly right and correct previous mistakes Delete or hide previous outline layer when done

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Step 5 Add Shading

Add a new layer and outline the areas of your drawing you would like to shade Color this outline in black when you are ready

Step 6 Background Color

Reduce the opacity of your shade layer for a more subtle shade Use brighter tones to add lighting and reflection in your drawing Finish your drawing by using a translucent brush to add shading and texture to your background This creates ambiance and gives your anime character that final touch of realism it needs

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Design a Postcard that Encapsulates Summer VacationPicsArt has everything you need to create the perfect postcard using your summer photos With the right combination of masks texts and clipart you can create a professional card that perfectly captures the feelings and images of your fondest summer vacation memories

With this tutorial wersquoll show you an example of how to create a postcard step by step Yoursquoll be surprised at how easy it is to make something look so good in five easy steps

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Step 1 Upload a PhotoUpload a photo from the edit section of the main menu

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Step 2 Add Shape MaskSelect the Shape Mask icon from the menu bar and choose a shape mask that fits your photo best Customize the color size and opacity of the mask

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Step 3 2nd Shape MaskAdd a second Shape Mask with the same color and opacity as your previous one Reverse the mask by checking the box next to Inverse at the bottom right corner

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Step 4 Add TextPress the Text icon to add text to your postcard Add your text line by line to experiment with different fonts sizes and colors

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Step 5 Add ClipartPress the Clipart icon and choose clipart images to add that go with the theme of your postcard Customize the size and color to complete your postcard

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PicsArtist Roxyrsquos Visceral Mobile ArtThe series of abstract portraits created by PicsArtist Roxy HArt (roxyhart) are gripping Not only is her artwork raw and emotionally charged but it is rendered in a unique artistic fashion - all on her mobile phone

At times Roxy mixes her drawings with photography blending the two togehter with a variety of brush strokes and textures Roxy does not hold back when she faces inner anguish as an artist but rather injects this emotion into her work

Nevertheless some of her portraits are less jarring possessing a softer more poetic touch In these portraits her frustration gives way to melancholy as she tones down stark reds and peppers her portraits with faded yellows purples and blues

Not long ago terms like ldquomobile artrdquo were easily dismissed by the fine art mainstream but PicsArtists like Roxy prove that a tablet or smartphone can be just as powerful as a canvas and paintbrush The following collection of portraits by Roxy illustrate that even without the traditional tools mobile artwork retains emotion and authenticity

INSPIRATION Drawing

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WHATS NEW

PicsArtrsquos Exciting New Features for iOS and Android Devices

PicsArt recently released some exciting updates for Android and iOS Most of the new features were available for both platforms but they had their slight differences

The update included two new effects Dodger and Vintage Ivory The former softens your photo with pale colors and ambient lighting while the latter is inspired by vintage color palettes and resolutions but with a new whiter and brighter twist

PicsArt also gave users the ability to customize the colors of PicsArt Masks with a new Hue slider Shape masks offer the opportunity to choose from a variety of shapes to overlay on your photos and they have been made even better recently - by adding the option to customize them by texture in addition to the previously available color and opacity

For a quick fix and speedy share of an image we introduced the Auto Enhance tool which automatically brings you the basic best version of your image while still allowing you to customize in small ways

In addition to these commonly shared updates the two platforms have some differences as well iOS users can now customize their collages by adjusting the inner borders and can choose from a whole new variety of pre-made grids iOS users will also be excited about our updates in the Social Network as written tags and usernames written out in comments or photo descriptions now automatically become links to what they are referencing This will make it easier for users to discover each other as well as trending tags

Donrsquot worry Android users you have some cool stuff too We know that photo stealing has become an issue in our network so we have removed the save option for photos Now only photos that have freetoedit tag can be saved and reused by others If you do not tag your miages with that tag no one will be able to save them We hope that this will help prevent photo theft and preserve the artistic rights of our creative userbase

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A Brief Introduction to Photo History

Although photography as we know it is among the youngest of the major art forms its history can be traced back to ancient times Chinese philosopher Mo-Zi discussed the principles of a camera obscura in the 4th or 5th century BCE For two thousand years it was known as a small dark room (or box) with a tiny hole in one wall through which light shone and projected an inverted image

During the late 1500s Giambattista della Portia perfected its design by adding a convex lens to the hole making a sharper more detailed image Camera obscuras allowed artists to trace a scene in ink for a more faithful reproduction

The Early Days of Image Processing

The 18th and 19th centuries saw a multitude of methods for image processing and creation In 1727 Johann Schulze mixed chalk silver and nitric acid - a very early photosensitive compound - noting that one side of the flask darkened when exposed to sunlight In 1816 Joseph Niceacutephore Nieacutepce created the worlds first photograph by coating a metal plate in a silver chloride solution and exposing it to light for 8 hours However he did not discover a way of permanently fixing

the image for another decadeWilliam Henry Fox Talbot applied Nieacutepces recipe to paper in 1834 fixing the images with a salt solution and eventually patenting the first paper negative as the ldquoCalotyperdquo in 1841

Meanwhile Louis Daguerre was creating the Daguerrotype by coating copper sheets in silver iodide creating a metal negative which he developed in a solution of mercury These two inventions lead to the creation of photography To that end on August 19 1839 the French government publicly acknowledged the invention of photography

The first glass negative was made by Frederick Scott Archer in 1851 using a wet plate collodion process During the 1850s the tintype photograph emerged this made the negative image appear positive by exposing it onto a dark-coloured metal sheet coated with collodion which made the shadows appear light and the highlights dark

In 1861 James Clerk-Maxwell realized that he could photograph a scene three times through a red blue and green filter and project the images on top of each other to create a full-colour image

Finally in 1871 Richard Leach Maddox suspended the silver solution in gelatin creating the dry emulsion which sent photography skyrocketing It was applied first to glass negatives but would later find its way onto the thin plastic film that made photography possible for the public at large

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The Photographic Boom

By 1878 glass plate negatives were being manufactured commercially and in 1880 George Eastman opened what would become the Eastman-Kodak company Within ten years he was producing roll film and in 1900 released the first personal camera the Kodak Brownie In 1907 the Lumiegravere Brothers released the first commercial colour film

Oscar Barnack working for Leitz microscopes pushed camera invention forward in 1914 with the first 35mm camera which was improved upon and released in 1924 as the first Leica camera 1936 saw the introduction of the modern SLR (single-lens reflex camera) as well as the legendary Kodachrome film which finally made colour photography popular Polaroid would release instant black-and-white film in 1948 followed by the colour version in 1963

Students from the Emerson School for GirlsSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

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Unidentified Woman in Nine Oval ViewsSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

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The Digital Takeover

The first digital camera was invented in 1975 by Steve Sasson of Kodak using CCD sensor technology invented by Willard Boyle and George Smith in 1969 The birth of auto focus came with Minoltas Maxxum in 1985 paving the way for the worlds first commercially-available digital SLR ndash Kodaks 13 megapixel DCS-100 which sold in 1991 for $30000 USD Eight years later Nikon would wrestle away Kodaks dominance of the photo industry with the release of the D1 a 27MP model which went for a comparatively modest $6000

In 2003 Canon released the Digital Rebel the first consumer-level DSLR with a price tag under $1000 followed two years later by the first full-frame digital camera the 5D

Adobe hopped on the digital wave with the creation of Photoshop in 1990

A decade later the first camera phone was developed by Sharp in the early years of the new millennium Kodak ceased all production of film cameras in 2004 and even though the variety has been pared down they continue to produce film for the die-hard analog market

In the past ten years the major camera companies have focused their research and development almost entirely on improving their digital technology which has now begun to plateau The possibilities for future ingenuity now lay wide open with endless photographic possibilities waiting just over the horizon

The Reading EstablishmentAttributed to William Henry Fox Talbot (British 1800ndash1877)

Medium Salted paper prints from paper negatives

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Lola MontezSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

Medium Daguerreotype

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Lemuel ShawSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

Medium Daguerreotype

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Louis-Jacques-Mandeacute DaguerreJohn Jabez Edwin Mayall (British Oldham Lancashire 1813ndash1901 West Sussex)

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View Down Brattle Street from the Southworth amp Hawes Studio at 5 12 Tremont Row Boston

Southworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)Medium Daguerreotype

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Interview with Celebrity Photographer Jason Bell Having shot for publications like Vanity Fair Vogue photographed royals and had some of his work submitted into Britainrsquos National Portrait Gallery Jason Bell has cemented his place as one of the foremost portrait photographers of his generation He has published four books and received more accolades than we have room to mention In any case Jasonrsquos work is the gold-standard when it comes to peering past the face and into the soul of subject model or celebrity His work has fascinated us for some time so we interviewed him to learn more about his work and career

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INERVIEW

All images by and copyright of Jason Bell

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How did you become a photographer

I just always was I took pictures a lot as a child and then when I was at school I was given the keys to the school dark room which I remember finding a magical place It just carried on from there

You actually studied Politics Philosophy and Economics at Oxford and as of today you have photographed some of the most powerful individuals on earth from presidents to royals Is there a correlation there

I am a strong believer in researching the people I photograph so I think it helps that my education has given me an understanding of what some of them do

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What was it like to take the official christening photographs of Prince George

It was an honour to be asked Everyone kept telling me beforehand how nervous I would be and that I must be so stressed But I actually felt very relaxed throughout They gave me all the time I needed to prepare and were very friendly and relaxed I enjoyed it

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Many of your photos are part of the permanent collection of the National Portrait Gallery the United Kingdomrsquos official gallery for portraits of historical British people Your work is national history How does this feel

I try not to think of it in those terms but more about what I want to say about the person Irsquom photographing or what I can encourage them to reveal

Are there any portraits of yours in the National Portrait Gallery that stand out as favourites

My favourites tend to be favourites because they are people I have felt a particular connection with or even become friends with I try to do that with everyone I photograph but obviously it happens with some people more than others

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Yoursquove captured a lot of artists and entertainers as well What is it like photographing celebrities

I am lucky in that I photographed some famous people very early on in my career so I got used to it very quickly and it is not something that I find difficult to deal with at all now They are just people like everybody else and usually enjoy being treated as such

You did the movie posters for modern British classic like Billy Elliot and Love Actually How is shooting a movie poster different from capturing a portrait

It tends to be much more art directed so I have less freedom to just do what I want and have to follow a brief more carefully In those instances I try to follow that brief and then give them something in addition that they maybe didnrsquot know they wanted

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Have you ever photographed someone who had maybe been a role model of some kind for you or maybe just admired greatly

Yes - very early on in my career I was sent to Iceland to photograph Bjork I had been listening to that first album of hers all summer and so was a bit of a fan It actually kind of got in the way initially me being a fan and I had to get past that as quickly as possible to find the person I wanted to photograph

What was the most surreal moment you ever experienced during a photography shoot

I was shooting a campaign for the Royal Opera House of a Chinese opera singer called Liping Zhang in a beautiful area near the Mongolian border We were assured the weather would be OK since it was late spring but a freak snowstorm came through so we were all freezing and inappropriately dressed and we had to bundle her up in Chinese army coats to keep her warm and at the last moment there was so much snow we couldnrsquot even drive her to the spot where I wanted to photograph her so in order to get her there we had to rent a camel to put her on

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What advice would you give to amatuer photographers

Many of the students and amateurs who come to see me show me a little bit of everything That is unlikely to get you commissioned when you are starting out So I think itrsquos better to concentrate on one thing and do it very well at the beginning and then when that goes well you can branch out

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Bewitched by BlightA building in ruins hangs together by what seems like threads One of the upper floors sags precariously just inches above the head of a young woman who strolls absent-mindedly with a teddy-bear in hand It seems possible that at any moment the whole structure could come crashing down Lady Luck we presume

Danny Aguirre (danny-aguirre-142) is the PicsArtist responsible for this Photo of the Month entitled Lady Luck Aguirre edited this image to perfection transplanting a young lively and vibrant woman into a world of decay In this manner the photo speaks to us through contrast

Darkly lit ruins once full of life now sit forgotten surrounded by sick yellow skies The deteriorating building bears down on an unwary and carefree youth (Lady Luck) ambling at the mercy of its behemonth broken structure In this peculiar and eerie scene Aguirre captivates his audience while conveying the promise of the unexpected

In an ever-changing world Aguirre has captured the aesthetic beauty of a building that has passed its prime However in its old age the building has become something else entirely a peculiar and curious space open to imaginative interpretation This is perhaps the luck that the young lady pictured in the image and Aguirres audience have stumbled upon an unexpected opportunity to reflect on the present in light of the past Through his creative vision Aguirre allows us to study ourselves and the physical structures we leave behind for future generations

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A Photographerrsquos Guide to the US

The most unique shots in America and where to get them

Kelso San Dunes Mojave Desert

If yoursquore looking for a unique photography opportunity head for the Kelso Sand Dunes - mountainous piles of sand that seem to spring up from nowhere in the middle of the Mojave Desert The tallest dunes can rise up to 650 feet above the surrounding terrain In this setting a well-timed hike might allow you photograph the sunset from a phenomenal vantage point A couple words of caution be sure to take a flashlight in order to get back to your car and never go alone

If you donrsquot make it to the sand dunes dont despair The spectacular darkness of the Mojave desert translates into spectacular nighttime photography With almost no ambient light (apart from the stars and the vague glow over the horizon coming from Las Vegas) the Mojave is the perfect place to experiment with time lapse night shots and double exposures This is a surefire way to snap some fantastic shots

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The Redwood Forests California

If you drive down the west coast of California on Route 1 yoursquoll suddenly find yourself in a magical landscape of trees so tall that you feel like a tiny critter The redwood forests in California are truly a sight to behold and the deep ochre of the tree barks is spectacular to see

Driving through this area is fantastic but make sure that you park up and go exploring with your camera This is one of the best places for nature photography The way the light streams through the canopy in the late afternoon is nothing short of breathtaking a must see for every photographer

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Tucson Arizona

Tucson may not seem like a photographerrsquos haven and if you visit in July when the temperatures soar to over 100 degrees Fahrenheit it certainly wonrsquot feel like it either However the landscape of this often-forgotten city makes for some truly breathtaking sunsets and sunrises where flat land gives way to gorgeous mountains ensconced by sunlight

If you visit Tucson youll also find that it is an unlikely hotbed of culture and art With a history that goes back much further than many of its neighbors in the south west Tucson boasts remarkable architecture historic neighborhoods and museums not to mention the Mission San Xavier del Bac an 18th-century mission that is still functioning Whats more the city has a distinctly Western flavor in light of pervasive Native American and Mexican influences After the sun goes down yoursquoll also find art events and bars alive with music and bonding in a comfy college-town atmosphere which means that you can capture some great shots of people simply being themselves

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DIY Wall Decorations for Kids Room

Artists start young so here we want to show how you can nurture art into a child by decorating his room so he starts seeing and valuing creativity from his early days

This DIY tutorial is so easy to do that if you have elder children you can involve them in the process of making these awsome wall hangings Make a collage in minutes that will be an impressive surprise for everyone and give you a proud piece of original artwork to hang on the wall in your kids room

For this project yoursquoll need a color printer markers scissors glue 2 pieces of ordinary cardboard and 4 equal-sized colorfull cardboards or canvas

Step 1 PrintFind some awesome characters online by either browsing clipart in the PicsArt Shop or googling cartoon images Also print out some basic colors or patterns to cut into shapes If you dont like the color of your background cardboards or canvases you can either color them with paint or print out patterns to make your backgrounds more colorful

Step 2 CutCut out your characters carefully and glue them on cardboard Now cut out the cardboard in the shape of your characters Be sure to cut out shapes for the scenery of your collage like clouds and trees There is no need to glue them on an additional cardboard if you do not want to make them look 3D

Step 3 Create 3D ElementsIdentify some parts of the animals you want to highlight like tails eyes or ears Cut out two of those parts from cardboard and glue one over the other so that the one with patterns stays on top

Step 4 GlueGlue your shapes onto 4 pieces of cardboard Start with the scenery (trees and clouds) then glue on your characters then glue on their cool colored double-layered body parts to make them stand out As a result you will have 3D-like animals or any other items you want

Step 6 Draw Parts and Write MessagesYou can draw some fine elements into your collage using ordinary colorful markers You can also write a message on your collage with a marker Your creations are now ready to make your child smile

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Danielrsquos Twisted Animal Crime LineupGreat artists know how to turn heads with their art and that is certainly the case with PicsArtist of the Month Daniel (n3cr0n0m1c0n) However when he turns heads he turns them into something else Daniel has recently unveiled a series of photos that replace the head of a human body with various animal heads - the only exception being an awesome Star Wars stormtrooper helmet

In each photo of the series Daniels body dons a different head Nevertheless he is shown wearing the same clothes - a leather jacket with a zipper that runs diagonally across his torso into the side of his collar The thing about Danielrsquos photos is that the details of their construction work really well together to create a dark artistic vision with grungy undertones

Despite this odd synergy each photo is posed with a nonchalance that seems to undermine the strangeness of it all every shot displaying the emotional expression of a criminal lineup or mugshot The body takes on a neutral stance and the animal heads stare with vacant expressions as if silently counting the seconds for the camera shutter to click so they can walk off and do something else The overall emotional effect is weird uneasy slightly comic and extremely captivating

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There is a famous quote ldquoLeave nothing but footprints take nothing but picturesrdquo It should be the photographerrsquos mantra

4 The most likely meaning for the above slogan is important too As a general rule people who only venture out once in a while carry too much stuff They pack for every contingency--that fancy ball gown--just in case The phrase ldquoPack Right Travel Lightrdquo advises to pack your bags paying attention only to what is absolutely necessary There is nothing more unnecessary than being trapped by heavy luggage It is expensive to get onto planes

Inertia It slows you down You can hurt yourself or others

I try to adhere to a rule donrsquot carry it if you canrsquot run with it I have spent years seeking better designed gear that shaves ounces off my kit Camera bags that give you scoliosis really slow you down unless you are attempting an assignment that requires an inordinate amount of preparation Catching a taxi train or bus overloaded with too much stuff diminishes reasons for traveling in the first place And they are the mark of the ldquougly touristrdquo

5 THINK SMART Well that goes without saying And I had to catch another subway anyway

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Sharing Moments by the ShorePicsArtists Share Their Snapshots of the Sand Sun amp Waves

Beaches are everywhere yet no two beaches are the same Similarly PicsArtists are everywhere yet no two have the same eye or photographic flair When we look at these photos of the seaside collected from a community as large and diverse as PicsArt we cant help but appreciate the experiences we share in common in addition to the idiosyncrasies that make us unique

These photos tell the story of where the water meets the land The beach is a place where people come to do anything and everything - build sandcastles surf go for a swim take a pensive stroll or just sit and enjoy the view As enormous freightliners move in and out of harbors with loads of cargo small groups of beachgoers paddle out in tiny kayaks Birds circle overhead in search of fish or seek refuge ashore only to get chased away by small children

This collection of photos convey the experiences and memories as seen by PicsArtists on various shores scattered around the world They are so vivid you can almost taste the salt or a cool ocean breeze whipping across your face

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Add Flare to Your PhotosMany photographers spend years trying to capture a glimmering lens flare They invest in expensive lenses and strain to catch the light at just the right angle

Historically and for many photographers lens flare is a vexing light that reflects off the glass of your lens ruining an otherwise brilliant shot However the twinkling beauty of lens flare has transformed it from purely accidental into an artform of its own with many pros spending months trying to perfect their lens flare technique

PicsArt eases this process for you by offering some dazzlingly realistic lens flares that can be inserted during the editing process PicsArt lens flares are also fully customizable so you can integrate them seamlessly into your favorite shots Here we demonstrate four of PicsArtrsquos lens flares in action over the same photo each one offering itrsquos own mesmerizing effect And the best part is all they require is one touch

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PICSART IN ACTION

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8 Killer Tips for Air Show Photography

by Chris Corradino

As temperatures warm up around most of the globe its time to once again welcome the return of Air Show season If youve never attended one before get ready for a thrilling event No matter how many times I photograph these high flying performances the power and precision of the pilots never fails to amaze me While they are an astonishing sight the raw speed of the passing jets can make for a challenging photo opportunity This article includes eight essential tips to help you capture the big event in your area

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TUTORIAL Shooting

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Beat the Crowds

Since much of the 2013 flying season was cancelled due to budget cuts this years shows are expected to smash previous attendance records With more than 150000 people jockeying for a good vantage point its essential you arrive 1-2 hours before the show starts This allows you to set up your gear in a prime location with unobstructed views of the action Before settling on a spot scan the horizon for any distractions that could block your lens The performers usually enter from the left and right with their stunts done at show center

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Lens Options

Air shows are usually several hours in duration and longer lenses can get quite heavy Image

stabilization is a nice feature but a tripod will give your arms a break and allow you to

create sharp images consistently While the majority of my aviation work

is shot with longer lenses I find that wide angle lenses are also

useful for performance teams that are spread out in wide

formations By utilizing a few different options

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of images

Camera Settings

In order to freeze the flight of an aircraft travelling over 500 miles per hour youll need a very fast shutter speed For the best results I recommend at least 11000th of a second This is quick enough to stop even the fastest of aircrafts while also preventing camera shaking My exposure is typically around 11000 ISO 400 and f56 These settings are not meant to be exact but merely a starting point Depending on the weather conditions that day adjustments may be necessary

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Autofocus Techniques

Most DSLR cameras feature continuous focusing also known as AI Servo This mode will allow you to track moving subjects Keep your center focusing point over the aircraft with your shutter held halfway down As you follow the plane through your viewfinder the camera will automatically adjust the focus as the aircraft gets closer When you are ready to make an image simply press the shutter all the way down Air Show organizers often arrange photo passes where the pilot flies at a reduced speed Donrsquot get too comfortable though they return to full speed after just a few slow turns

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The Peak of Action

Smoke trails and afterburner effects are great additions to an aviation image Be ready for them as they happen quickly The trails of white smoke are actually created by pumping oil into the exhaust pipe This is particularly interesting when used by an entire formation of planes The patterns of smoke can be used to make for a more artistic composition In addition it adds a bit of contrast to the otherwise plain blue sky I also look to capture the interaction between two planes When pilots are flying side by side with their wings nearly touching a great deal of tension is introduced to the photo By freezing this moment in time you are also showcasing the precision and skill of the daring pilots

Enough Memory

With all of this fast-paced action you will likely burn through many memory cards rapidly I used to bring a portable hard drive with me and download the contents of the card while continuing to shoot This is no longer necessary as large capacity cards of 32GB are now very reasonably priced I like to shoot in RAW format whenever possible However if you are short on memory cards you may want to consider shooting in the LargeFine JPEG format This will allow you to fit more images on the card than RAW

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Capture The Local Color

For an up close look at some of these aircrafts check with your local airport or military base for static displays From the ground you can get a much better look at details like the paint scheme and propellers Depending on the venue you may even be able to climb inside the cockpit Since you will be very close a wide angle lens is the preferred choice here Walk around the entire plane to search for the best angle and create a strong composition

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Capture The Local Color

During the brief pauses in action turn your lens towards the people around you Spectators can often yield some interesting images Maybe its time for a quick selfie as well Pay special attention to any signs that may show the events name These can be used to start and end your gallery of images

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Creative Edits A City on a Back of an AnimalThe PicsArt editor makes really cool editing tricks easily available to anyone who has the will and imagination You can create some really amazing surreal images with PicsArt and to show you what we mean we have created a tutorial on how to raise an entire city on the back of an animal by combining photos and applying effects This tutorial also introduces users to our recently added feature for Android devices which lets users create their own custom clipart Follow these simple steps to become a photo wizard with PicsArt

TUTORIAL Editing

Step 1 Open Your Photo

Upload an animal photo from the Photo section of the main menu Make sure that your photo features a brightly lit animal in front of a dark background

Step 2 Apply the Cinerama Effect to the Main Photo

Select the Effects icon and choose the Cinerama effect from the Fx section of the Effects menu Save and confirm with checkmark

Step 3 Add a New Photo

Select the Add Photo icon and add a photo of the city you want to place on the back of the animal

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Step 4 Apply the Cinerama Effect

Select the top left icon (the Effect icon) from the menu that appears after you add a photo Apply the Cinerama effect just like you did with your main photo

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Step 5 Cut and Create Clipart

Select the Scissors icon from the top menu (ie the Free Crop option) Choose the Lasso option by clicking on the Brush icon Use the lasso to cut out the skyline of your city from the background Press the Save as Clipart button at the top of the screen to save your selection as a clipart image This will save your selection in My Clipart section allowing you to reuse it on any image whenever you need it

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Step 6 Place and Blend the Image

Adjust the size of your city and place it on the back of the animal Select and apply the Lighten blending mode from the menu

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Step 7 Shape Masks

Select the Shape Mask icon and choose a shape to frame your photo Reduce the opacity to around 30 to go with your shot Confirm and save your creation

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How to Draw Amazing Anime

Step by Step Tutorial

Anime has a unique style that has garnered global popularity even fanaticism This tutorial demonstrates how to make your very own anime using PicsArt Drawing Tools and your smart device

See how PicsArt Drawing Tools make drawing fun and easy and use this step by step tutorial to create your very own anime Who knows Maybe one day your anime will become the main character for your own cartoon or comics

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Step 1 Draw the Basic Outline

Draw a basic outline of your anime character using simple strokes in a light blue color so that you will be able to distinguish it from other outlines later on

Step 2 Refine your Outline

Add a new layer and use your previous layer as a guide to draw a more precise outline Delete the layer with the blue outline when finished

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Step 4 Add Color

Use thick colorful brushes to add the basic first layer of colors to your drawing

Step 3 Final Outline

Reduce the opacity and add a new layer for your final outline Trace a final outline using clean and deliberate strokes Make sure you get all of your details exactly right and correct previous mistakes Delete or hide previous outline layer when done

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Step 5 Add Shading

Add a new layer and outline the areas of your drawing you would like to shade Color this outline in black when you are ready

Step 6 Background Color

Reduce the opacity of your shade layer for a more subtle shade Use brighter tones to add lighting and reflection in your drawing Finish your drawing by using a translucent brush to add shading and texture to your background This creates ambiance and gives your anime character that final touch of realism it needs

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Design a Postcard that Encapsulates Summer VacationPicsArt has everything you need to create the perfect postcard using your summer photos With the right combination of masks texts and clipart you can create a professional card that perfectly captures the feelings and images of your fondest summer vacation memories

With this tutorial wersquoll show you an example of how to create a postcard step by step Yoursquoll be surprised at how easy it is to make something look so good in five easy steps

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Step 1 Upload a PhotoUpload a photo from the edit section of the main menu

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Step 2 Add Shape MaskSelect the Shape Mask icon from the menu bar and choose a shape mask that fits your photo best Customize the color size and opacity of the mask

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Step 3 2nd Shape MaskAdd a second Shape Mask with the same color and opacity as your previous one Reverse the mask by checking the box next to Inverse at the bottom right corner

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Step 4 Add TextPress the Text icon to add text to your postcard Add your text line by line to experiment with different fonts sizes and colors

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Step 5 Add ClipartPress the Clipart icon and choose clipart images to add that go with the theme of your postcard Customize the size and color to complete your postcard

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PicsArtist Roxyrsquos Visceral Mobile ArtThe series of abstract portraits created by PicsArtist Roxy HArt (roxyhart) are gripping Not only is her artwork raw and emotionally charged but it is rendered in a unique artistic fashion - all on her mobile phone

At times Roxy mixes her drawings with photography blending the two togehter with a variety of brush strokes and textures Roxy does not hold back when she faces inner anguish as an artist but rather injects this emotion into her work

Nevertheless some of her portraits are less jarring possessing a softer more poetic touch In these portraits her frustration gives way to melancholy as she tones down stark reds and peppers her portraits with faded yellows purples and blues

Not long ago terms like ldquomobile artrdquo were easily dismissed by the fine art mainstream but PicsArtists like Roxy prove that a tablet or smartphone can be just as powerful as a canvas and paintbrush The following collection of portraits by Roxy illustrate that even without the traditional tools mobile artwork retains emotion and authenticity

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WHATS NEW

PicsArtrsquos Exciting New Features for iOS and Android Devices

PicsArt recently released some exciting updates for Android and iOS Most of the new features were available for both platforms but they had their slight differences

The update included two new effects Dodger and Vintage Ivory The former softens your photo with pale colors and ambient lighting while the latter is inspired by vintage color palettes and resolutions but with a new whiter and brighter twist

PicsArt also gave users the ability to customize the colors of PicsArt Masks with a new Hue slider Shape masks offer the opportunity to choose from a variety of shapes to overlay on your photos and they have been made even better recently - by adding the option to customize them by texture in addition to the previously available color and opacity

For a quick fix and speedy share of an image we introduced the Auto Enhance tool which automatically brings you the basic best version of your image while still allowing you to customize in small ways

In addition to these commonly shared updates the two platforms have some differences as well iOS users can now customize their collages by adjusting the inner borders and can choose from a whole new variety of pre-made grids iOS users will also be excited about our updates in the Social Network as written tags and usernames written out in comments or photo descriptions now automatically become links to what they are referencing This will make it easier for users to discover each other as well as trending tags

Donrsquot worry Android users you have some cool stuff too We know that photo stealing has become an issue in our network so we have removed the save option for photos Now only photos that have freetoedit tag can be saved and reused by others If you do not tag your miages with that tag no one will be able to save them We hope that this will help prevent photo theft and preserve the artistic rights of our creative userbase

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A Brief Introduction to Photo History

Although photography as we know it is among the youngest of the major art forms its history can be traced back to ancient times Chinese philosopher Mo-Zi discussed the principles of a camera obscura in the 4th or 5th century BCE For two thousand years it was known as a small dark room (or box) with a tiny hole in one wall through which light shone and projected an inverted image

During the late 1500s Giambattista della Portia perfected its design by adding a convex lens to the hole making a sharper more detailed image Camera obscuras allowed artists to trace a scene in ink for a more faithful reproduction

The Early Days of Image Processing

The 18th and 19th centuries saw a multitude of methods for image processing and creation In 1727 Johann Schulze mixed chalk silver and nitric acid - a very early photosensitive compound - noting that one side of the flask darkened when exposed to sunlight In 1816 Joseph Niceacutephore Nieacutepce created the worlds first photograph by coating a metal plate in a silver chloride solution and exposing it to light for 8 hours However he did not discover a way of permanently fixing

the image for another decadeWilliam Henry Fox Talbot applied Nieacutepces recipe to paper in 1834 fixing the images with a salt solution and eventually patenting the first paper negative as the ldquoCalotyperdquo in 1841

Meanwhile Louis Daguerre was creating the Daguerrotype by coating copper sheets in silver iodide creating a metal negative which he developed in a solution of mercury These two inventions lead to the creation of photography To that end on August 19 1839 the French government publicly acknowledged the invention of photography

The first glass negative was made by Frederick Scott Archer in 1851 using a wet plate collodion process During the 1850s the tintype photograph emerged this made the negative image appear positive by exposing it onto a dark-coloured metal sheet coated with collodion which made the shadows appear light and the highlights dark

In 1861 James Clerk-Maxwell realized that he could photograph a scene three times through a red blue and green filter and project the images on top of each other to create a full-colour image

Finally in 1871 Richard Leach Maddox suspended the silver solution in gelatin creating the dry emulsion which sent photography skyrocketing It was applied first to glass negatives but would later find its way onto the thin plastic film that made photography possible for the public at large

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The Photographic Boom

By 1878 glass plate negatives were being manufactured commercially and in 1880 George Eastman opened what would become the Eastman-Kodak company Within ten years he was producing roll film and in 1900 released the first personal camera the Kodak Brownie In 1907 the Lumiegravere Brothers released the first commercial colour film

Oscar Barnack working for Leitz microscopes pushed camera invention forward in 1914 with the first 35mm camera which was improved upon and released in 1924 as the first Leica camera 1936 saw the introduction of the modern SLR (single-lens reflex camera) as well as the legendary Kodachrome film which finally made colour photography popular Polaroid would release instant black-and-white film in 1948 followed by the colour version in 1963

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The Digital Takeover

The first digital camera was invented in 1975 by Steve Sasson of Kodak using CCD sensor technology invented by Willard Boyle and George Smith in 1969 The birth of auto focus came with Minoltas Maxxum in 1985 paving the way for the worlds first commercially-available digital SLR ndash Kodaks 13 megapixel DCS-100 which sold in 1991 for $30000 USD Eight years later Nikon would wrestle away Kodaks dominance of the photo industry with the release of the D1 a 27MP model which went for a comparatively modest $6000

In 2003 Canon released the Digital Rebel the first consumer-level DSLR with a price tag under $1000 followed two years later by the first full-frame digital camera the 5D

Adobe hopped on the digital wave with the creation of Photoshop in 1990

A decade later the first camera phone was developed by Sharp in the early years of the new millennium Kodak ceased all production of film cameras in 2004 and even though the variety has been pared down they continue to produce film for the die-hard analog market

In the past ten years the major camera companies have focused their research and development almost entirely on improving their digital technology which has now begun to plateau The possibilities for future ingenuity now lay wide open with endless photographic possibilities waiting just over the horizon

The Reading EstablishmentAttributed to William Henry Fox Talbot (British 1800ndash1877)

Medium Salted paper prints from paper negatives

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Lola MontezSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

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Lemuel ShawSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

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Louis-Jacques-Mandeacute DaguerreJohn Jabez Edwin Mayall (British Oldham Lancashire 1813ndash1901 West Sussex)

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View Down Brattle Street from the Southworth amp Hawes Studio at 5 12 Tremont Row Boston

Southworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)Medium Daguerreotype

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Interview with Celebrity Photographer Jason Bell Having shot for publications like Vanity Fair Vogue photographed royals and had some of his work submitted into Britainrsquos National Portrait Gallery Jason Bell has cemented his place as one of the foremost portrait photographers of his generation He has published four books and received more accolades than we have room to mention In any case Jasonrsquos work is the gold-standard when it comes to peering past the face and into the soul of subject model or celebrity His work has fascinated us for some time so we interviewed him to learn more about his work and career

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INERVIEW

All images by and copyright of Jason Bell

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How did you become a photographer

I just always was I took pictures a lot as a child and then when I was at school I was given the keys to the school dark room which I remember finding a magical place It just carried on from there

You actually studied Politics Philosophy and Economics at Oxford and as of today you have photographed some of the most powerful individuals on earth from presidents to royals Is there a correlation there

I am a strong believer in researching the people I photograph so I think it helps that my education has given me an understanding of what some of them do

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What was it like to take the official christening photographs of Prince George

It was an honour to be asked Everyone kept telling me beforehand how nervous I would be and that I must be so stressed But I actually felt very relaxed throughout They gave me all the time I needed to prepare and were very friendly and relaxed I enjoyed it

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Many of your photos are part of the permanent collection of the National Portrait Gallery the United Kingdomrsquos official gallery for portraits of historical British people Your work is national history How does this feel

I try not to think of it in those terms but more about what I want to say about the person Irsquom photographing or what I can encourage them to reveal

Are there any portraits of yours in the National Portrait Gallery that stand out as favourites

My favourites tend to be favourites because they are people I have felt a particular connection with or even become friends with I try to do that with everyone I photograph but obviously it happens with some people more than others

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Yoursquove captured a lot of artists and entertainers as well What is it like photographing celebrities

I am lucky in that I photographed some famous people very early on in my career so I got used to it very quickly and it is not something that I find difficult to deal with at all now They are just people like everybody else and usually enjoy being treated as such

You did the movie posters for modern British classic like Billy Elliot and Love Actually How is shooting a movie poster different from capturing a portrait

It tends to be much more art directed so I have less freedom to just do what I want and have to follow a brief more carefully In those instances I try to follow that brief and then give them something in addition that they maybe didnrsquot know they wanted

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Have you ever photographed someone who had maybe been a role model of some kind for you or maybe just admired greatly

Yes - very early on in my career I was sent to Iceland to photograph Bjork I had been listening to that first album of hers all summer and so was a bit of a fan It actually kind of got in the way initially me being a fan and I had to get past that as quickly as possible to find the person I wanted to photograph

What was the most surreal moment you ever experienced during a photography shoot

I was shooting a campaign for the Royal Opera House of a Chinese opera singer called Liping Zhang in a beautiful area near the Mongolian border We were assured the weather would be OK since it was late spring but a freak snowstorm came through so we were all freezing and inappropriately dressed and we had to bundle her up in Chinese army coats to keep her warm and at the last moment there was so much snow we couldnrsquot even drive her to the spot where I wanted to photograph her so in order to get her there we had to rent a camel to put her on

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What advice would you give to amatuer photographers

Many of the students and amateurs who come to see me show me a little bit of everything That is unlikely to get you commissioned when you are starting out So I think itrsquos better to concentrate on one thing and do it very well at the beginning and then when that goes well you can branch out

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Bewitched by BlightA building in ruins hangs together by what seems like threads One of the upper floors sags precariously just inches above the head of a young woman who strolls absent-mindedly with a teddy-bear in hand It seems possible that at any moment the whole structure could come crashing down Lady Luck we presume

Danny Aguirre (danny-aguirre-142) is the PicsArtist responsible for this Photo of the Month entitled Lady Luck Aguirre edited this image to perfection transplanting a young lively and vibrant woman into a world of decay In this manner the photo speaks to us through contrast

Darkly lit ruins once full of life now sit forgotten surrounded by sick yellow skies The deteriorating building bears down on an unwary and carefree youth (Lady Luck) ambling at the mercy of its behemonth broken structure In this peculiar and eerie scene Aguirre captivates his audience while conveying the promise of the unexpected

In an ever-changing world Aguirre has captured the aesthetic beauty of a building that has passed its prime However in its old age the building has become something else entirely a peculiar and curious space open to imaginative interpretation This is perhaps the luck that the young lady pictured in the image and Aguirres audience have stumbled upon an unexpected opportunity to reflect on the present in light of the past Through his creative vision Aguirre allows us to study ourselves and the physical structures we leave behind for future generations

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A Photographerrsquos Guide to the US

The most unique shots in America and where to get them

Kelso San Dunes Mojave Desert

If yoursquore looking for a unique photography opportunity head for the Kelso Sand Dunes - mountainous piles of sand that seem to spring up from nowhere in the middle of the Mojave Desert The tallest dunes can rise up to 650 feet above the surrounding terrain In this setting a well-timed hike might allow you photograph the sunset from a phenomenal vantage point A couple words of caution be sure to take a flashlight in order to get back to your car and never go alone

If you donrsquot make it to the sand dunes dont despair The spectacular darkness of the Mojave desert translates into spectacular nighttime photography With almost no ambient light (apart from the stars and the vague glow over the horizon coming from Las Vegas) the Mojave is the perfect place to experiment with time lapse night shots and double exposures This is a surefire way to snap some fantastic shots

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The Redwood Forests California

If you drive down the west coast of California on Route 1 yoursquoll suddenly find yourself in a magical landscape of trees so tall that you feel like a tiny critter The redwood forests in California are truly a sight to behold and the deep ochre of the tree barks is spectacular to see

Driving through this area is fantastic but make sure that you park up and go exploring with your camera This is one of the best places for nature photography The way the light streams through the canopy in the late afternoon is nothing short of breathtaking a must see for every photographer

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Tucson Arizona

Tucson may not seem like a photographerrsquos haven and if you visit in July when the temperatures soar to over 100 degrees Fahrenheit it certainly wonrsquot feel like it either However the landscape of this often-forgotten city makes for some truly breathtaking sunsets and sunrises where flat land gives way to gorgeous mountains ensconced by sunlight

If you visit Tucson youll also find that it is an unlikely hotbed of culture and art With a history that goes back much further than many of its neighbors in the south west Tucson boasts remarkable architecture historic neighborhoods and museums not to mention the Mission San Xavier del Bac an 18th-century mission that is still functioning Whats more the city has a distinctly Western flavor in light of pervasive Native American and Mexican influences After the sun goes down yoursquoll also find art events and bars alive with music and bonding in a comfy college-town atmosphere which means that you can capture some great shots of people simply being themselves

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DIY Wall Decorations for Kids Room

Artists start young so here we want to show how you can nurture art into a child by decorating his room so he starts seeing and valuing creativity from his early days

This DIY tutorial is so easy to do that if you have elder children you can involve them in the process of making these awsome wall hangings Make a collage in minutes that will be an impressive surprise for everyone and give you a proud piece of original artwork to hang on the wall in your kids room

For this project yoursquoll need a color printer markers scissors glue 2 pieces of ordinary cardboard and 4 equal-sized colorfull cardboards or canvas

Step 1 PrintFind some awesome characters online by either browsing clipart in the PicsArt Shop or googling cartoon images Also print out some basic colors or patterns to cut into shapes If you dont like the color of your background cardboards or canvases you can either color them with paint or print out patterns to make your backgrounds more colorful

Step 2 CutCut out your characters carefully and glue them on cardboard Now cut out the cardboard in the shape of your characters Be sure to cut out shapes for the scenery of your collage like clouds and trees There is no need to glue them on an additional cardboard if you do not want to make them look 3D

Step 3 Create 3D ElementsIdentify some parts of the animals you want to highlight like tails eyes or ears Cut out two of those parts from cardboard and glue one over the other so that the one with patterns stays on top

Step 4 GlueGlue your shapes onto 4 pieces of cardboard Start with the scenery (trees and clouds) then glue on your characters then glue on their cool colored double-layered body parts to make them stand out As a result you will have 3D-like animals or any other items you want

Step 6 Draw Parts and Write MessagesYou can draw some fine elements into your collage using ordinary colorful markers You can also write a message on your collage with a marker Your creations are now ready to make your child smile

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Danielrsquos Twisted Animal Crime LineupGreat artists know how to turn heads with their art and that is certainly the case with PicsArtist of the Month Daniel (n3cr0n0m1c0n) However when he turns heads he turns them into something else Daniel has recently unveiled a series of photos that replace the head of a human body with various animal heads - the only exception being an awesome Star Wars stormtrooper helmet

In each photo of the series Daniels body dons a different head Nevertheless he is shown wearing the same clothes - a leather jacket with a zipper that runs diagonally across his torso into the side of his collar The thing about Danielrsquos photos is that the details of their construction work really well together to create a dark artistic vision with grungy undertones

Despite this odd synergy each photo is posed with a nonchalance that seems to undermine the strangeness of it all every shot displaying the emotional expression of a criminal lineup or mugshot The body takes on a neutral stance and the animal heads stare with vacant expressions as if silently counting the seconds for the camera shutter to click so they can walk off and do something else The overall emotional effect is weird uneasy slightly comic and extremely captivating

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Sharing Moments by the ShorePicsArtists Share Their Snapshots of the Sand Sun amp Waves

Beaches are everywhere yet no two beaches are the same Similarly PicsArtists are everywhere yet no two have the same eye or photographic flair When we look at these photos of the seaside collected from a community as large and diverse as PicsArt we cant help but appreciate the experiences we share in common in addition to the idiosyncrasies that make us unique

These photos tell the story of where the water meets the land The beach is a place where people come to do anything and everything - build sandcastles surf go for a swim take a pensive stroll or just sit and enjoy the view As enormous freightliners move in and out of harbors with loads of cargo small groups of beachgoers paddle out in tiny kayaks Birds circle overhead in search of fish or seek refuge ashore only to get chased away by small children

This collection of photos convey the experiences and memories as seen by PicsArtists on various shores scattered around the world They are so vivid you can almost taste the salt or a cool ocean breeze whipping across your face

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Add Flare to Your PhotosMany photographers spend years trying to capture a glimmering lens flare They invest in expensive lenses and strain to catch the light at just the right angle

Historically and for many photographers lens flare is a vexing light that reflects off the glass of your lens ruining an otherwise brilliant shot However the twinkling beauty of lens flare has transformed it from purely accidental into an artform of its own with many pros spending months trying to perfect their lens flare technique

PicsArt eases this process for you by offering some dazzlingly realistic lens flares that can be inserted during the editing process PicsArt lens flares are also fully customizable so you can integrate them seamlessly into your favorite shots Here we demonstrate four of PicsArtrsquos lens flares in action over the same photo each one offering itrsquos own mesmerizing effect And the best part is all they require is one touch

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8 Killer Tips for Air Show Photography

by Chris Corradino

As temperatures warm up around most of the globe its time to once again welcome the return of Air Show season If youve never attended one before get ready for a thrilling event No matter how many times I photograph these high flying performances the power and precision of the pilots never fails to amaze me While they are an astonishing sight the raw speed of the passing jets can make for a challenging photo opportunity This article includes eight essential tips to help you capture the big event in your area

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TUTORIAL Shooting

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Beat the Crowds

Since much of the 2013 flying season was cancelled due to budget cuts this years shows are expected to smash previous attendance records With more than 150000 people jockeying for a good vantage point its essential you arrive 1-2 hours before the show starts This allows you to set up your gear in a prime location with unobstructed views of the action Before settling on a spot scan the horizon for any distractions that could block your lens The performers usually enter from the left and right with their stunts done at show center

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Lens Options

Air shows are usually several hours in duration and longer lenses can get quite heavy Image

stabilization is a nice feature but a tripod will give your arms a break and allow you to

create sharp images consistently While the majority of my aviation work

is shot with longer lenses I find that wide angle lenses are also

useful for performance teams that are spread out in wide

formations By utilizing a few different options

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of images

Camera Settings

In order to freeze the flight of an aircraft travelling over 500 miles per hour youll need a very fast shutter speed For the best results I recommend at least 11000th of a second This is quick enough to stop even the fastest of aircrafts while also preventing camera shaking My exposure is typically around 11000 ISO 400 and f56 These settings are not meant to be exact but merely a starting point Depending on the weather conditions that day adjustments may be necessary

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Autofocus Techniques

Most DSLR cameras feature continuous focusing also known as AI Servo This mode will allow you to track moving subjects Keep your center focusing point over the aircraft with your shutter held halfway down As you follow the plane through your viewfinder the camera will automatically adjust the focus as the aircraft gets closer When you are ready to make an image simply press the shutter all the way down Air Show organizers often arrange photo passes where the pilot flies at a reduced speed Donrsquot get too comfortable though they return to full speed after just a few slow turns

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The Peak of Action

Smoke trails and afterburner effects are great additions to an aviation image Be ready for them as they happen quickly The trails of white smoke are actually created by pumping oil into the exhaust pipe This is particularly interesting when used by an entire formation of planes The patterns of smoke can be used to make for a more artistic composition In addition it adds a bit of contrast to the otherwise plain blue sky I also look to capture the interaction between two planes When pilots are flying side by side with their wings nearly touching a great deal of tension is introduced to the photo By freezing this moment in time you are also showcasing the precision and skill of the daring pilots

Enough Memory

With all of this fast-paced action you will likely burn through many memory cards rapidly I used to bring a portable hard drive with me and download the contents of the card while continuing to shoot This is no longer necessary as large capacity cards of 32GB are now very reasonably priced I like to shoot in RAW format whenever possible However if you are short on memory cards you may want to consider shooting in the LargeFine JPEG format This will allow you to fit more images on the card than RAW

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Capture The Local Color

For an up close look at some of these aircrafts check with your local airport or military base for static displays From the ground you can get a much better look at details like the paint scheme and propellers Depending on the venue you may even be able to climb inside the cockpit Since you will be very close a wide angle lens is the preferred choice here Walk around the entire plane to search for the best angle and create a strong composition

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Capture The Local Color

During the brief pauses in action turn your lens towards the people around you Spectators can often yield some interesting images Maybe its time for a quick selfie as well Pay special attention to any signs that may show the events name These can be used to start and end your gallery of images

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Creative Edits A City on a Back of an AnimalThe PicsArt editor makes really cool editing tricks easily available to anyone who has the will and imagination You can create some really amazing surreal images with PicsArt and to show you what we mean we have created a tutorial on how to raise an entire city on the back of an animal by combining photos and applying effects This tutorial also introduces users to our recently added feature for Android devices which lets users create their own custom clipart Follow these simple steps to become a photo wizard with PicsArt

TUTORIAL Editing

Step 1 Open Your Photo

Upload an animal photo from the Photo section of the main menu Make sure that your photo features a brightly lit animal in front of a dark background

Step 2 Apply the Cinerama Effect to the Main Photo

Select the Effects icon and choose the Cinerama effect from the Fx section of the Effects menu Save and confirm with checkmark

Step 3 Add a New Photo

Select the Add Photo icon and add a photo of the city you want to place on the back of the animal

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Step 4 Apply the Cinerama Effect

Select the top left icon (the Effect icon) from the menu that appears after you add a photo Apply the Cinerama effect just like you did with your main photo

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Step 5 Cut and Create Clipart

Select the Scissors icon from the top menu (ie the Free Crop option) Choose the Lasso option by clicking on the Brush icon Use the lasso to cut out the skyline of your city from the background Press the Save as Clipart button at the top of the screen to save your selection as a clipart image This will save your selection in My Clipart section allowing you to reuse it on any image whenever you need it

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Step 6 Place and Blend the Image

Adjust the size of your city and place it on the back of the animal Select and apply the Lighten blending mode from the menu

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Step 7 Shape Masks

Select the Shape Mask icon and choose a shape to frame your photo Reduce the opacity to around 30 to go with your shot Confirm and save your creation

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How to Draw Amazing Anime

Step by Step Tutorial

Anime has a unique style that has garnered global popularity even fanaticism This tutorial demonstrates how to make your very own anime using PicsArt Drawing Tools and your smart device

See how PicsArt Drawing Tools make drawing fun and easy and use this step by step tutorial to create your very own anime Who knows Maybe one day your anime will become the main character for your own cartoon or comics

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Step 1 Draw the Basic Outline

Draw a basic outline of your anime character using simple strokes in a light blue color so that you will be able to distinguish it from other outlines later on

Step 2 Refine your Outline

Add a new layer and use your previous layer as a guide to draw a more precise outline Delete the layer with the blue outline when finished

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Step 4 Add Color

Use thick colorful brushes to add the basic first layer of colors to your drawing

Step 3 Final Outline

Reduce the opacity and add a new layer for your final outline Trace a final outline using clean and deliberate strokes Make sure you get all of your details exactly right and correct previous mistakes Delete or hide previous outline layer when done

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Step 5 Add Shading

Add a new layer and outline the areas of your drawing you would like to shade Color this outline in black when you are ready

Step 6 Background Color

Reduce the opacity of your shade layer for a more subtle shade Use brighter tones to add lighting and reflection in your drawing Finish your drawing by using a translucent brush to add shading and texture to your background This creates ambiance and gives your anime character that final touch of realism it needs

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Design a Postcard that Encapsulates Summer VacationPicsArt has everything you need to create the perfect postcard using your summer photos With the right combination of masks texts and clipart you can create a professional card that perfectly captures the feelings and images of your fondest summer vacation memories

With this tutorial wersquoll show you an example of how to create a postcard step by step Yoursquoll be surprised at how easy it is to make something look so good in five easy steps

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Step 1 Upload a PhotoUpload a photo from the edit section of the main menu

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Step 2 Add Shape MaskSelect the Shape Mask icon from the menu bar and choose a shape mask that fits your photo best Customize the color size and opacity of the mask

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Step 3 2nd Shape MaskAdd a second Shape Mask with the same color and opacity as your previous one Reverse the mask by checking the box next to Inverse at the bottom right corner

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Step 4 Add TextPress the Text icon to add text to your postcard Add your text line by line to experiment with different fonts sizes and colors

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Step 5 Add ClipartPress the Clipart icon and choose clipart images to add that go with the theme of your postcard Customize the size and color to complete your postcard

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PicsArtist Roxyrsquos Visceral Mobile ArtThe series of abstract portraits created by PicsArtist Roxy HArt (roxyhart) are gripping Not only is her artwork raw and emotionally charged but it is rendered in a unique artistic fashion - all on her mobile phone

At times Roxy mixes her drawings with photography blending the two togehter with a variety of brush strokes and textures Roxy does not hold back when she faces inner anguish as an artist but rather injects this emotion into her work

Nevertheless some of her portraits are less jarring possessing a softer more poetic touch In these portraits her frustration gives way to melancholy as she tones down stark reds and peppers her portraits with faded yellows purples and blues

Not long ago terms like ldquomobile artrdquo were easily dismissed by the fine art mainstream but PicsArtists like Roxy prove that a tablet or smartphone can be just as powerful as a canvas and paintbrush The following collection of portraits by Roxy illustrate that even without the traditional tools mobile artwork retains emotion and authenticity

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WHATS NEW

PicsArtrsquos Exciting New Features for iOS and Android Devices

PicsArt recently released some exciting updates for Android and iOS Most of the new features were available for both platforms but they had their slight differences

The update included two new effects Dodger and Vintage Ivory The former softens your photo with pale colors and ambient lighting while the latter is inspired by vintage color palettes and resolutions but with a new whiter and brighter twist

PicsArt also gave users the ability to customize the colors of PicsArt Masks with a new Hue slider Shape masks offer the opportunity to choose from a variety of shapes to overlay on your photos and they have been made even better recently - by adding the option to customize them by texture in addition to the previously available color and opacity

For a quick fix and speedy share of an image we introduced the Auto Enhance tool which automatically brings you the basic best version of your image while still allowing you to customize in small ways

In addition to these commonly shared updates the two platforms have some differences as well iOS users can now customize their collages by adjusting the inner borders and can choose from a whole new variety of pre-made grids iOS users will also be excited about our updates in the Social Network as written tags and usernames written out in comments or photo descriptions now automatically become links to what they are referencing This will make it easier for users to discover each other as well as trending tags

Donrsquot worry Android users you have some cool stuff too We know that photo stealing has become an issue in our network so we have removed the save option for photos Now only photos that have freetoedit tag can be saved and reused by others If you do not tag your miages with that tag no one will be able to save them We hope that this will help prevent photo theft and preserve the artistic rights of our creative userbase

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A Brief Introduction to Photo History

Although photography as we know it is among the youngest of the major art forms its history can be traced back to ancient times Chinese philosopher Mo-Zi discussed the principles of a camera obscura in the 4th or 5th century BCE For two thousand years it was known as a small dark room (or box) with a tiny hole in one wall through which light shone and projected an inverted image

During the late 1500s Giambattista della Portia perfected its design by adding a convex lens to the hole making a sharper more detailed image Camera obscuras allowed artists to trace a scene in ink for a more faithful reproduction

The Early Days of Image Processing

The 18th and 19th centuries saw a multitude of methods for image processing and creation In 1727 Johann Schulze mixed chalk silver and nitric acid - a very early photosensitive compound - noting that one side of the flask darkened when exposed to sunlight In 1816 Joseph Niceacutephore Nieacutepce created the worlds first photograph by coating a metal plate in a silver chloride solution and exposing it to light for 8 hours However he did not discover a way of permanently fixing

the image for another decadeWilliam Henry Fox Talbot applied Nieacutepces recipe to paper in 1834 fixing the images with a salt solution and eventually patenting the first paper negative as the ldquoCalotyperdquo in 1841

Meanwhile Louis Daguerre was creating the Daguerrotype by coating copper sheets in silver iodide creating a metal negative which he developed in a solution of mercury These two inventions lead to the creation of photography To that end on August 19 1839 the French government publicly acknowledged the invention of photography

The first glass negative was made by Frederick Scott Archer in 1851 using a wet plate collodion process During the 1850s the tintype photograph emerged this made the negative image appear positive by exposing it onto a dark-coloured metal sheet coated with collodion which made the shadows appear light and the highlights dark

In 1861 James Clerk-Maxwell realized that he could photograph a scene three times through a red blue and green filter and project the images on top of each other to create a full-colour image

Finally in 1871 Richard Leach Maddox suspended the silver solution in gelatin creating the dry emulsion which sent photography skyrocketing It was applied first to glass negatives but would later find its way onto the thin plastic film that made photography possible for the public at large

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The Photographic Boom

By 1878 glass plate negatives were being manufactured commercially and in 1880 George Eastman opened what would become the Eastman-Kodak company Within ten years he was producing roll film and in 1900 released the first personal camera the Kodak Brownie In 1907 the Lumiegravere Brothers released the first commercial colour film

Oscar Barnack working for Leitz microscopes pushed camera invention forward in 1914 with the first 35mm camera which was improved upon and released in 1924 as the first Leica camera 1936 saw the introduction of the modern SLR (single-lens reflex camera) as well as the legendary Kodachrome film which finally made colour photography popular Polaroid would release instant black-and-white film in 1948 followed by the colour version in 1963

Students from the Emerson School for GirlsSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

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The Digital Takeover

The first digital camera was invented in 1975 by Steve Sasson of Kodak using CCD sensor technology invented by Willard Boyle and George Smith in 1969 The birth of auto focus came with Minoltas Maxxum in 1985 paving the way for the worlds first commercially-available digital SLR ndash Kodaks 13 megapixel DCS-100 which sold in 1991 for $30000 USD Eight years later Nikon would wrestle away Kodaks dominance of the photo industry with the release of the D1 a 27MP model which went for a comparatively modest $6000

In 2003 Canon released the Digital Rebel the first consumer-level DSLR with a price tag under $1000 followed two years later by the first full-frame digital camera the 5D

Adobe hopped on the digital wave with the creation of Photoshop in 1990

A decade later the first camera phone was developed by Sharp in the early years of the new millennium Kodak ceased all production of film cameras in 2004 and even though the variety has been pared down they continue to produce film for the die-hard analog market

In the past ten years the major camera companies have focused their research and development almost entirely on improving their digital technology which has now begun to plateau The possibilities for future ingenuity now lay wide open with endless photographic possibilities waiting just over the horizon

The Reading EstablishmentAttributed to William Henry Fox Talbot (British 1800ndash1877)

Medium Salted paper prints from paper negatives

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Lola MontezSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

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Lemuel ShawSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

Medium Daguerreotype

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Louis-Jacques-Mandeacute DaguerreJohn Jabez Edwin Mayall (British Oldham Lancashire 1813ndash1901 West Sussex)

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View Down Brattle Street from the Southworth amp Hawes Studio at 5 12 Tremont Row Boston

Southworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)Medium Daguerreotype

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Interview with Celebrity Photographer Jason Bell Having shot for publications like Vanity Fair Vogue photographed royals and had some of his work submitted into Britainrsquos National Portrait Gallery Jason Bell has cemented his place as one of the foremost portrait photographers of his generation He has published four books and received more accolades than we have room to mention In any case Jasonrsquos work is the gold-standard when it comes to peering past the face and into the soul of subject model or celebrity His work has fascinated us for some time so we interviewed him to learn more about his work and career

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INERVIEW

All images by and copyright of Jason Bell

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How did you become a photographer

I just always was I took pictures a lot as a child and then when I was at school I was given the keys to the school dark room which I remember finding a magical place It just carried on from there

You actually studied Politics Philosophy and Economics at Oxford and as of today you have photographed some of the most powerful individuals on earth from presidents to royals Is there a correlation there

I am a strong believer in researching the people I photograph so I think it helps that my education has given me an understanding of what some of them do

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What was it like to take the official christening photographs of Prince George

It was an honour to be asked Everyone kept telling me beforehand how nervous I would be and that I must be so stressed But I actually felt very relaxed throughout They gave me all the time I needed to prepare and were very friendly and relaxed I enjoyed it

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Many of your photos are part of the permanent collection of the National Portrait Gallery the United Kingdomrsquos official gallery for portraits of historical British people Your work is national history How does this feel

I try not to think of it in those terms but more about what I want to say about the person Irsquom photographing or what I can encourage them to reveal

Are there any portraits of yours in the National Portrait Gallery that stand out as favourites

My favourites tend to be favourites because they are people I have felt a particular connection with or even become friends with I try to do that with everyone I photograph but obviously it happens with some people more than others

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Yoursquove captured a lot of artists and entertainers as well What is it like photographing celebrities

I am lucky in that I photographed some famous people very early on in my career so I got used to it very quickly and it is not something that I find difficult to deal with at all now They are just people like everybody else and usually enjoy being treated as such

You did the movie posters for modern British classic like Billy Elliot and Love Actually How is shooting a movie poster different from capturing a portrait

It tends to be much more art directed so I have less freedom to just do what I want and have to follow a brief more carefully In those instances I try to follow that brief and then give them something in addition that they maybe didnrsquot know they wanted

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Have you ever photographed someone who had maybe been a role model of some kind for you or maybe just admired greatly

Yes - very early on in my career I was sent to Iceland to photograph Bjork I had been listening to that first album of hers all summer and so was a bit of a fan It actually kind of got in the way initially me being a fan and I had to get past that as quickly as possible to find the person I wanted to photograph

What was the most surreal moment you ever experienced during a photography shoot

I was shooting a campaign for the Royal Opera House of a Chinese opera singer called Liping Zhang in a beautiful area near the Mongolian border We were assured the weather would be OK since it was late spring but a freak snowstorm came through so we were all freezing and inappropriately dressed and we had to bundle her up in Chinese army coats to keep her warm and at the last moment there was so much snow we couldnrsquot even drive her to the spot where I wanted to photograph her so in order to get her there we had to rent a camel to put her on

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What advice would you give to amatuer photographers

Many of the students and amateurs who come to see me show me a little bit of everything That is unlikely to get you commissioned when you are starting out So I think itrsquos better to concentrate on one thing and do it very well at the beginning and then when that goes well you can branch out

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Bewitched by BlightA building in ruins hangs together by what seems like threads One of the upper floors sags precariously just inches above the head of a young woman who strolls absent-mindedly with a teddy-bear in hand It seems possible that at any moment the whole structure could come crashing down Lady Luck we presume

Danny Aguirre (danny-aguirre-142) is the PicsArtist responsible for this Photo of the Month entitled Lady Luck Aguirre edited this image to perfection transplanting a young lively and vibrant woman into a world of decay In this manner the photo speaks to us through contrast

Darkly lit ruins once full of life now sit forgotten surrounded by sick yellow skies The deteriorating building bears down on an unwary and carefree youth (Lady Luck) ambling at the mercy of its behemonth broken structure In this peculiar and eerie scene Aguirre captivates his audience while conveying the promise of the unexpected

In an ever-changing world Aguirre has captured the aesthetic beauty of a building that has passed its prime However in its old age the building has become something else entirely a peculiar and curious space open to imaginative interpretation This is perhaps the luck that the young lady pictured in the image and Aguirres audience have stumbled upon an unexpected opportunity to reflect on the present in light of the past Through his creative vision Aguirre allows us to study ourselves and the physical structures we leave behind for future generations

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A Photographerrsquos Guide to the US

The most unique shots in America and where to get them

Kelso San Dunes Mojave Desert

If yoursquore looking for a unique photography opportunity head for the Kelso Sand Dunes - mountainous piles of sand that seem to spring up from nowhere in the middle of the Mojave Desert The tallest dunes can rise up to 650 feet above the surrounding terrain In this setting a well-timed hike might allow you photograph the sunset from a phenomenal vantage point A couple words of caution be sure to take a flashlight in order to get back to your car and never go alone

If you donrsquot make it to the sand dunes dont despair The spectacular darkness of the Mojave desert translates into spectacular nighttime photography With almost no ambient light (apart from the stars and the vague glow over the horizon coming from Las Vegas) the Mojave is the perfect place to experiment with time lapse night shots and double exposures This is a surefire way to snap some fantastic shots

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The Redwood Forests California

If you drive down the west coast of California on Route 1 yoursquoll suddenly find yourself in a magical landscape of trees so tall that you feel like a tiny critter The redwood forests in California are truly a sight to behold and the deep ochre of the tree barks is spectacular to see

Driving through this area is fantastic but make sure that you park up and go exploring with your camera This is one of the best places for nature photography The way the light streams through the canopy in the late afternoon is nothing short of breathtaking a must see for every photographer

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Tucson Arizona

Tucson may not seem like a photographerrsquos haven and if you visit in July when the temperatures soar to over 100 degrees Fahrenheit it certainly wonrsquot feel like it either However the landscape of this often-forgotten city makes for some truly breathtaking sunsets and sunrises where flat land gives way to gorgeous mountains ensconced by sunlight

If you visit Tucson youll also find that it is an unlikely hotbed of culture and art With a history that goes back much further than many of its neighbors in the south west Tucson boasts remarkable architecture historic neighborhoods and museums not to mention the Mission San Xavier del Bac an 18th-century mission that is still functioning Whats more the city has a distinctly Western flavor in light of pervasive Native American and Mexican influences After the sun goes down yoursquoll also find art events and bars alive with music and bonding in a comfy college-town atmosphere which means that you can capture some great shots of people simply being themselves

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DIY Wall Decorations for Kids Room

Artists start young so here we want to show how you can nurture art into a child by decorating his room so he starts seeing and valuing creativity from his early days

This DIY tutorial is so easy to do that if you have elder children you can involve them in the process of making these awsome wall hangings Make a collage in minutes that will be an impressive surprise for everyone and give you a proud piece of original artwork to hang on the wall in your kids room

For this project yoursquoll need a color printer markers scissors glue 2 pieces of ordinary cardboard and 4 equal-sized colorfull cardboards or canvas

Step 1 PrintFind some awesome characters online by either browsing clipart in the PicsArt Shop or googling cartoon images Also print out some basic colors or patterns to cut into shapes If you dont like the color of your background cardboards or canvases you can either color them with paint or print out patterns to make your backgrounds more colorful

Step 2 CutCut out your characters carefully and glue them on cardboard Now cut out the cardboard in the shape of your characters Be sure to cut out shapes for the scenery of your collage like clouds and trees There is no need to glue them on an additional cardboard if you do not want to make them look 3D

Step 3 Create 3D ElementsIdentify some parts of the animals you want to highlight like tails eyes or ears Cut out two of those parts from cardboard and glue one over the other so that the one with patterns stays on top

Step 4 GlueGlue your shapes onto 4 pieces of cardboard Start with the scenery (trees and clouds) then glue on your characters then glue on their cool colored double-layered body parts to make them stand out As a result you will have 3D-like animals or any other items you want

Step 6 Draw Parts and Write MessagesYou can draw some fine elements into your collage using ordinary colorful markers You can also write a message on your collage with a marker Your creations are now ready to make your child smile

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Danielrsquos Twisted Animal Crime LineupGreat artists know how to turn heads with their art and that is certainly the case with PicsArtist of the Month Daniel (n3cr0n0m1c0n) However when he turns heads he turns them into something else Daniel has recently unveiled a series of photos that replace the head of a human body with various animal heads - the only exception being an awesome Star Wars stormtrooper helmet

In each photo of the series Daniels body dons a different head Nevertheless he is shown wearing the same clothes - a leather jacket with a zipper that runs diagonally across his torso into the side of his collar The thing about Danielrsquos photos is that the details of their construction work really well together to create a dark artistic vision with grungy undertones

Despite this odd synergy each photo is posed with a nonchalance that seems to undermine the strangeness of it all every shot displaying the emotional expression of a criminal lineup or mugshot The body takes on a neutral stance and the animal heads stare with vacant expressions as if silently counting the seconds for the camera shutter to click so they can walk off and do something else The overall emotional effect is weird uneasy slightly comic and extremely captivating

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Sharing Moments by the ShorePicsArtists Share Their Snapshots of the Sand Sun amp Waves

Beaches are everywhere yet no two beaches are the same Similarly PicsArtists are everywhere yet no two have the same eye or photographic flair When we look at these photos of the seaside collected from a community as large and diverse as PicsArt we cant help but appreciate the experiences we share in common in addition to the idiosyncrasies that make us unique

These photos tell the story of where the water meets the land The beach is a place where people come to do anything and everything - build sandcastles surf go for a swim take a pensive stroll or just sit and enjoy the view As enormous freightliners move in and out of harbors with loads of cargo small groups of beachgoers paddle out in tiny kayaks Birds circle overhead in search of fish or seek refuge ashore only to get chased away by small children

This collection of photos convey the experiences and memories as seen by PicsArtists on various shores scattered around the world They are so vivid you can almost taste the salt or a cool ocean breeze whipping across your face

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Add Flare to Your PhotosMany photographers spend years trying to capture a glimmering lens flare They invest in expensive lenses and strain to catch the light at just the right angle

Historically and for many photographers lens flare is a vexing light that reflects off the glass of your lens ruining an otherwise brilliant shot However the twinkling beauty of lens flare has transformed it from purely accidental into an artform of its own with many pros spending months trying to perfect their lens flare technique

PicsArt eases this process for you by offering some dazzlingly realistic lens flares that can be inserted during the editing process PicsArt lens flares are also fully customizable so you can integrate them seamlessly into your favorite shots Here we demonstrate four of PicsArtrsquos lens flares in action over the same photo each one offering itrsquos own mesmerizing effect And the best part is all they require is one touch

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PICSART IN ACTION

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8 Killer Tips for Air Show Photography

by Chris Corradino

As temperatures warm up around most of the globe its time to once again welcome the return of Air Show season If youve never attended one before get ready for a thrilling event No matter how many times I photograph these high flying performances the power and precision of the pilots never fails to amaze me While they are an astonishing sight the raw speed of the passing jets can make for a challenging photo opportunity This article includes eight essential tips to help you capture the big event in your area

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TUTORIAL Shooting

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Beat the Crowds

Since much of the 2013 flying season was cancelled due to budget cuts this years shows are expected to smash previous attendance records With more than 150000 people jockeying for a good vantage point its essential you arrive 1-2 hours before the show starts This allows you to set up your gear in a prime location with unobstructed views of the action Before settling on a spot scan the horizon for any distractions that could block your lens The performers usually enter from the left and right with their stunts done at show center

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Lens Options

Air shows are usually several hours in duration and longer lenses can get quite heavy Image

stabilization is a nice feature but a tripod will give your arms a break and allow you to

create sharp images consistently While the majority of my aviation work

is shot with longer lenses I find that wide angle lenses are also

useful for performance teams that are spread out in wide

formations By utilizing a few different options

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of images

Camera Settings

In order to freeze the flight of an aircraft travelling over 500 miles per hour youll need a very fast shutter speed For the best results I recommend at least 11000th of a second This is quick enough to stop even the fastest of aircrafts while also preventing camera shaking My exposure is typically around 11000 ISO 400 and f56 These settings are not meant to be exact but merely a starting point Depending on the weather conditions that day adjustments may be necessary

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Autofocus Techniques

Most DSLR cameras feature continuous focusing also known as AI Servo This mode will allow you to track moving subjects Keep your center focusing point over the aircraft with your shutter held halfway down As you follow the plane through your viewfinder the camera will automatically adjust the focus as the aircraft gets closer When you are ready to make an image simply press the shutter all the way down Air Show organizers often arrange photo passes where the pilot flies at a reduced speed Donrsquot get too comfortable though they return to full speed after just a few slow turns

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The Peak of Action

Smoke trails and afterburner effects are great additions to an aviation image Be ready for them as they happen quickly The trails of white smoke are actually created by pumping oil into the exhaust pipe This is particularly interesting when used by an entire formation of planes The patterns of smoke can be used to make for a more artistic composition In addition it adds a bit of contrast to the otherwise plain blue sky I also look to capture the interaction between two planes When pilots are flying side by side with their wings nearly touching a great deal of tension is introduced to the photo By freezing this moment in time you are also showcasing the precision and skill of the daring pilots

Enough Memory

With all of this fast-paced action you will likely burn through many memory cards rapidly I used to bring a portable hard drive with me and download the contents of the card while continuing to shoot This is no longer necessary as large capacity cards of 32GB are now very reasonably priced I like to shoot in RAW format whenever possible However if you are short on memory cards you may want to consider shooting in the LargeFine JPEG format This will allow you to fit more images on the card than RAW

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Capture The Local Color

For an up close look at some of these aircrafts check with your local airport or military base for static displays From the ground you can get a much better look at details like the paint scheme and propellers Depending on the venue you may even be able to climb inside the cockpit Since you will be very close a wide angle lens is the preferred choice here Walk around the entire plane to search for the best angle and create a strong composition

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Capture The Local Color

During the brief pauses in action turn your lens towards the people around you Spectators can often yield some interesting images Maybe its time for a quick selfie as well Pay special attention to any signs that may show the events name These can be used to start and end your gallery of images

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Creative Edits A City on a Back of an AnimalThe PicsArt editor makes really cool editing tricks easily available to anyone who has the will and imagination You can create some really amazing surreal images with PicsArt and to show you what we mean we have created a tutorial on how to raise an entire city on the back of an animal by combining photos and applying effects This tutorial also introduces users to our recently added feature for Android devices which lets users create their own custom clipart Follow these simple steps to become a photo wizard with PicsArt

TUTORIAL Editing

Step 1 Open Your Photo

Upload an animal photo from the Photo section of the main menu Make sure that your photo features a brightly lit animal in front of a dark background

Step 2 Apply the Cinerama Effect to the Main Photo

Select the Effects icon and choose the Cinerama effect from the Fx section of the Effects menu Save and confirm with checkmark

Step 3 Add a New Photo

Select the Add Photo icon and add a photo of the city you want to place on the back of the animal

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Step 4 Apply the Cinerama Effect

Select the top left icon (the Effect icon) from the menu that appears after you add a photo Apply the Cinerama effect just like you did with your main photo

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Step 5 Cut and Create Clipart

Select the Scissors icon from the top menu (ie the Free Crop option) Choose the Lasso option by clicking on the Brush icon Use the lasso to cut out the skyline of your city from the background Press the Save as Clipart button at the top of the screen to save your selection as a clipart image This will save your selection in My Clipart section allowing you to reuse it on any image whenever you need it

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Step 6 Place and Blend the Image

Adjust the size of your city and place it on the back of the animal Select and apply the Lighten blending mode from the menu

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Step 7 Shape Masks

Select the Shape Mask icon and choose a shape to frame your photo Reduce the opacity to around 30 to go with your shot Confirm and save your creation

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How to Draw Amazing Anime

Step by Step Tutorial

Anime has a unique style that has garnered global popularity even fanaticism This tutorial demonstrates how to make your very own anime using PicsArt Drawing Tools and your smart device

See how PicsArt Drawing Tools make drawing fun and easy and use this step by step tutorial to create your very own anime Who knows Maybe one day your anime will become the main character for your own cartoon or comics

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Step 1 Draw the Basic Outline

Draw a basic outline of your anime character using simple strokes in a light blue color so that you will be able to distinguish it from other outlines later on

Step 2 Refine your Outline

Add a new layer and use your previous layer as a guide to draw a more precise outline Delete the layer with the blue outline when finished

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Step 4 Add Color

Use thick colorful brushes to add the basic first layer of colors to your drawing

Step 3 Final Outline

Reduce the opacity and add a new layer for your final outline Trace a final outline using clean and deliberate strokes Make sure you get all of your details exactly right and correct previous mistakes Delete or hide previous outline layer when done

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Step 5 Add Shading

Add a new layer and outline the areas of your drawing you would like to shade Color this outline in black when you are ready

Step 6 Background Color

Reduce the opacity of your shade layer for a more subtle shade Use brighter tones to add lighting and reflection in your drawing Finish your drawing by using a translucent brush to add shading and texture to your background This creates ambiance and gives your anime character that final touch of realism it needs

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Design a Postcard that Encapsulates Summer VacationPicsArt has everything you need to create the perfect postcard using your summer photos With the right combination of masks texts and clipart you can create a professional card that perfectly captures the feelings and images of your fondest summer vacation memories

With this tutorial wersquoll show you an example of how to create a postcard step by step Yoursquoll be surprised at how easy it is to make something look so good in five easy steps

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Step 1 Upload a PhotoUpload a photo from the edit section of the main menu

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Step 2 Add Shape MaskSelect the Shape Mask icon from the menu bar and choose a shape mask that fits your photo best Customize the color size and opacity of the mask

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Step 3 2nd Shape MaskAdd a second Shape Mask with the same color and opacity as your previous one Reverse the mask by checking the box next to Inverse at the bottom right corner

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Step 4 Add TextPress the Text icon to add text to your postcard Add your text line by line to experiment with different fonts sizes and colors

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Step 5 Add ClipartPress the Clipart icon and choose clipart images to add that go with the theme of your postcard Customize the size and color to complete your postcard

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PicsArtist Roxyrsquos Visceral Mobile ArtThe series of abstract portraits created by PicsArtist Roxy HArt (roxyhart) are gripping Not only is her artwork raw and emotionally charged but it is rendered in a unique artistic fashion - all on her mobile phone

At times Roxy mixes her drawings with photography blending the two togehter with a variety of brush strokes and textures Roxy does not hold back when she faces inner anguish as an artist but rather injects this emotion into her work

Nevertheless some of her portraits are less jarring possessing a softer more poetic touch In these portraits her frustration gives way to melancholy as she tones down stark reds and peppers her portraits with faded yellows purples and blues

Not long ago terms like ldquomobile artrdquo were easily dismissed by the fine art mainstream but PicsArtists like Roxy prove that a tablet or smartphone can be just as powerful as a canvas and paintbrush The following collection of portraits by Roxy illustrate that even without the traditional tools mobile artwork retains emotion and authenticity

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WHATS NEW

PicsArtrsquos Exciting New Features for iOS and Android Devices

PicsArt recently released some exciting updates for Android and iOS Most of the new features were available for both platforms but they had their slight differences

The update included two new effects Dodger and Vintage Ivory The former softens your photo with pale colors and ambient lighting while the latter is inspired by vintage color palettes and resolutions but with a new whiter and brighter twist

PicsArt also gave users the ability to customize the colors of PicsArt Masks with a new Hue slider Shape masks offer the opportunity to choose from a variety of shapes to overlay on your photos and they have been made even better recently - by adding the option to customize them by texture in addition to the previously available color and opacity

For a quick fix and speedy share of an image we introduced the Auto Enhance tool which automatically brings you the basic best version of your image while still allowing you to customize in small ways

In addition to these commonly shared updates the two platforms have some differences as well iOS users can now customize their collages by adjusting the inner borders and can choose from a whole new variety of pre-made grids iOS users will also be excited about our updates in the Social Network as written tags and usernames written out in comments or photo descriptions now automatically become links to what they are referencing This will make it easier for users to discover each other as well as trending tags

Donrsquot worry Android users you have some cool stuff too We know that photo stealing has become an issue in our network so we have removed the save option for photos Now only photos that have freetoedit tag can be saved and reused by others If you do not tag your miages with that tag no one will be able to save them We hope that this will help prevent photo theft and preserve the artistic rights of our creative userbase

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A Brief Introduction to Photo History

Although photography as we know it is among the youngest of the major art forms its history can be traced back to ancient times Chinese philosopher Mo-Zi discussed the principles of a camera obscura in the 4th or 5th century BCE For two thousand years it was known as a small dark room (or box) with a tiny hole in one wall through which light shone and projected an inverted image

During the late 1500s Giambattista della Portia perfected its design by adding a convex lens to the hole making a sharper more detailed image Camera obscuras allowed artists to trace a scene in ink for a more faithful reproduction

The Early Days of Image Processing

The 18th and 19th centuries saw a multitude of methods for image processing and creation In 1727 Johann Schulze mixed chalk silver and nitric acid - a very early photosensitive compound - noting that one side of the flask darkened when exposed to sunlight In 1816 Joseph Niceacutephore Nieacutepce created the worlds first photograph by coating a metal plate in a silver chloride solution and exposing it to light for 8 hours However he did not discover a way of permanently fixing

the image for another decadeWilliam Henry Fox Talbot applied Nieacutepces recipe to paper in 1834 fixing the images with a salt solution and eventually patenting the first paper negative as the ldquoCalotyperdquo in 1841

Meanwhile Louis Daguerre was creating the Daguerrotype by coating copper sheets in silver iodide creating a metal negative which he developed in a solution of mercury These two inventions lead to the creation of photography To that end on August 19 1839 the French government publicly acknowledged the invention of photography

The first glass negative was made by Frederick Scott Archer in 1851 using a wet plate collodion process During the 1850s the tintype photograph emerged this made the negative image appear positive by exposing it onto a dark-coloured metal sheet coated with collodion which made the shadows appear light and the highlights dark

In 1861 James Clerk-Maxwell realized that he could photograph a scene three times through a red blue and green filter and project the images on top of each other to create a full-colour image

Finally in 1871 Richard Leach Maddox suspended the silver solution in gelatin creating the dry emulsion which sent photography skyrocketing It was applied first to glass negatives but would later find its way onto the thin plastic film that made photography possible for the public at large

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The Photographic Boom

By 1878 glass plate negatives were being manufactured commercially and in 1880 George Eastman opened what would become the Eastman-Kodak company Within ten years he was producing roll film and in 1900 released the first personal camera the Kodak Brownie In 1907 the Lumiegravere Brothers released the first commercial colour film

Oscar Barnack working for Leitz microscopes pushed camera invention forward in 1914 with the first 35mm camera which was improved upon and released in 1924 as the first Leica camera 1936 saw the introduction of the modern SLR (single-lens reflex camera) as well as the legendary Kodachrome film which finally made colour photography popular Polaroid would release instant black-and-white film in 1948 followed by the colour version in 1963

Students from the Emerson School for GirlsSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

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The Digital Takeover

The first digital camera was invented in 1975 by Steve Sasson of Kodak using CCD sensor technology invented by Willard Boyle and George Smith in 1969 The birth of auto focus came with Minoltas Maxxum in 1985 paving the way for the worlds first commercially-available digital SLR ndash Kodaks 13 megapixel DCS-100 which sold in 1991 for $30000 USD Eight years later Nikon would wrestle away Kodaks dominance of the photo industry with the release of the D1 a 27MP model which went for a comparatively modest $6000

In 2003 Canon released the Digital Rebel the first consumer-level DSLR with a price tag under $1000 followed two years later by the first full-frame digital camera the 5D

Adobe hopped on the digital wave with the creation of Photoshop in 1990

A decade later the first camera phone was developed by Sharp in the early years of the new millennium Kodak ceased all production of film cameras in 2004 and even though the variety has been pared down they continue to produce film for the die-hard analog market

In the past ten years the major camera companies have focused their research and development almost entirely on improving their digital technology which has now begun to plateau The possibilities for future ingenuity now lay wide open with endless photographic possibilities waiting just over the horizon

The Reading EstablishmentAttributed to William Henry Fox Talbot (British 1800ndash1877)

Medium Salted paper prints from paper negatives

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Lola MontezSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

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Lemuel ShawSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

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Louis-Jacques-Mandeacute DaguerreJohn Jabez Edwin Mayall (British Oldham Lancashire 1813ndash1901 West Sussex)

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View Down Brattle Street from the Southworth amp Hawes Studio at 5 12 Tremont Row Boston

Southworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)Medium Daguerreotype

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Interview with Celebrity Photographer Jason Bell Having shot for publications like Vanity Fair Vogue photographed royals and had some of his work submitted into Britainrsquos National Portrait Gallery Jason Bell has cemented his place as one of the foremost portrait photographers of his generation He has published four books and received more accolades than we have room to mention In any case Jasonrsquos work is the gold-standard when it comes to peering past the face and into the soul of subject model or celebrity His work has fascinated us for some time so we interviewed him to learn more about his work and career

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INERVIEW

All images by and copyright of Jason Bell

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How did you become a photographer

I just always was I took pictures a lot as a child and then when I was at school I was given the keys to the school dark room which I remember finding a magical place It just carried on from there

You actually studied Politics Philosophy and Economics at Oxford and as of today you have photographed some of the most powerful individuals on earth from presidents to royals Is there a correlation there

I am a strong believer in researching the people I photograph so I think it helps that my education has given me an understanding of what some of them do

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What was it like to take the official christening photographs of Prince George

It was an honour to be asked Everyone kept telling me beforehand how nervous I would be and that I must be so stressed But I actually felt very relaxed throughout They gave me all the time I needed to prepare and were very friendly and relaxed I enjoyed it

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Many of your photos are part of the permanent collection of the National Portrait Gallery the United Kingdomrsquos official gallery for portraits of historical British people Your work is national history How does this feel

I try not to think of it in those terms but more about what I want to say about the person Irsquom photographing or what I can encourage them to reveal

Are there any portraits of yours in the National Portrait Gallery that stand out as favourites

My favourites tend to be favourites because they are people I have felt a particular connection with or even become friends with I try to do that with everyone I photograph but obviously it happens with some people more than others

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Yoursquove captured a lot of artists and entertainers as well What is it like photographing celebrities

I am lucky in that I photographed some famous people very early on in my career so I got used to it very quickly and it is not something that I find difficult to deal with at all now They are just people like everybody else and usually enjoy being treated as such

You did the movie posters for modern British classic like Billy Elliot and Love Actually How is shooting a movie poster different from capturing a portrait

It tends to be much more art directed so I have less freedom to just do what I want and have to follow a brief more carefully In those instances I try to follow that brief and then give them something in addition that they maybe didnrsquot know they wanted

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Have you ever photographed someone who had maybe been a role model of some kind for you or maybe just admired greatly

Yes - very early on in my career I was sent to Iceland to photograph Bjork I had been listening to that first album of hers all summer and so was a bit of a fan It actually kind of got in the way initially me being a fan and I had to get past that as quickly as possible to find the person I wanted to photograph

What was the most surreal moment you ever experienced during a photography shoot

I was shooting a campaign for the Royal Opera House of a Chinese opera singer called Liping Zhang in a beautiful area near the Mongolian border We were assured the weather would be OK since it was late spring but a freak snowstorm came through so we were all freezing and inappropriately dressed and we had to bundle her up in Chinese army coats to keep her warm and at the last moment there was so much snow we couldnrsquot even drive her to the spot where I wanted to photograph her so in order to get her there we had to rent a camel to put her on

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What advice would you give to amatuer photographers

Many of the students and amateurs who come to see me show me a little bit of everything That is unlikely to get you commissioned when you are starting out So I think itrsquos better to concentrate on one thing and do it very well at the beginning and then when that goes well you can branch out

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Bewitched by BlightA building in ruins hangs together by what seems like threads One of the upper floors sags precariously just inches above the head of a young woman who strolls absent-mindedly with a teddy-bear in hand It seems possible that at any moment the whole structure could come crashing down Lady Luck we presume

Danny Aguirre (danny-aguirre-142) is the PicsArtist responsible for this Photo of the Month entitled Lady Luck Aguirre edited this image to perfection transplanting a young lively and vibrant woman into a world of decay In this manner the photo speaks to us through contrast

Darkly lit ruins once full of life now sit forgotten surrounded by sick yellow skies The deteriorating building bears down on an unwary and carefree youth (Lady Luck) ambling at the mercy of its behemonth broken structure In this peculiar and eerie scene Aguirre captivates his audience while conveying the promise of the unexpected

In an ever-changing world Aguirre has captured the aesthetic beauty of a building that has passed its prime However in its old age the building has become something else entirely a peculiar and curious space open to imaginative interpretation This is perhaps the luck that the young lady pictured in the image and Aguirres audience have stumbled upon an unexpected opportunity to reflect on the present in light of the past Through his creative vision Aguirre allows us to study ourselves and the physical structures we leave behind for future generations

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A Photographerrsquos Guide to the US

The most unique shots in America and where to get them

Kelso San Dunes Mojave Desert

If yoursquore looking for a unique photography opportunity head for the Kelso Sand Dunes - mountainous piles of sand that seem to spring up from nowhere in the middle of the Mojave Desert The tallest dunes can rise up to 650 feet above the surrounding terrain In this setting a well-timed hike might allow you photograph the sunset from a phenomenal vantage point A couple words of caution be sure to take a flashlight in order to get back to your car and never go alone

If you donrsquot make it to the sand dunes dont despair The spectacular darkness of the Mojave desert translates into spectacular nighttime photography With almost no ambient light (apart from the stars and the vague glow over the horizon coming from Las Vegas) the Mojave is the perfect place to experiment with time lapse night shots and double exposures This is a surefire way to snap some fantastic shots

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The Redwood Forests California

If you drive down the west coast of California on Route 1 yoursquoll suddenly find yourself in a magical landscape of trees so tall that you feel like a tiny critter The redwood forests in California are truly a sight to behold and the deep ochre of the tree barks is spectacular to see

Driving through this area is fantastic but make sure that you park up and go exploring with your camera This is one of the best places for nature photography The way the light streams through the canopy in the late afternoon is nothing short of breathtaking a must see for every photographer

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Tucson Arizona

Tucson may not seem like a photographerrsquos haven and if you visit in July when the temperatures soar to over 100 degrees Fahrenheit it certainly wonrsquot feel like it either However the landscape of this often-forgotten city makes for some truly breathtaking sunsets and sunrises where flat land gives way to gorgeous mountains ensconced by sunlight

If you visit Tucson youll also find that it is an unlikely hotbed of culture and art With a history that goes back much further than many of its neighbors in the south west Tucson boasts remarkable architecture historic neighborhoods and museums not to mention the Mission San Xavier del Bac an 18th-century mission that is still functioning Whats more the city has a distinctly Western flavor in light of pervasive Native American and Mexican influences After the sun goes down yoursquoll also find art events and bars alive with music and bonding in a comfy college-town atmosphere which means that you can capture some great shots of people simply being themselves

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DIY Wall Decorations for Kids Room

Artists start young so here we want to show how you can nurture art into a child by decorating his room so he starts seeing and valuing creativity from his early days

This DIY tutorial is so easy to do that if you have elder children you can involve them in the process of making these awsome wall hangings Make a collage in minutes that will be an impressive surprise for everyone and give you a proud piece of original artwork to hang on the wall in your kids room

For this project yoursquoll need a color printer markers scissors glue 2 pieces of ordinary cardboard and 4 equal-sized colorfull cardboards or canvas

Step 1 PrintFind some awesome characters online by either browsing clipart in the PicsArt Shop or googling cartoon images Also print out some basic colors or patterns to cut into shapes If you dont like the color of your background cardboards or canvases you can either color them with paint or print out patterns to make your backgrounds more colorful

Step 2 CutCut out your characters carefully and glue them on cardboard Now cut out the cardboard in the shape of your characters Be sure to cut out shapes for the scenery of your collage like clouds and trees There is no need to glue them on an additional cardboard if you do not want to make them look 3D

Step 3 Create 3D ElementsIdentify some parts of the animals you want to highlight like tails eyes or ears Cut out two of those parts from cardboard and glue one over the other so that the one with patterns stays on top

Step 4 GlueGlue your shapes onto 4 pieces of cardboard Start with the scenery (trees and clouds) then glue on your characters then glue on their cool colored double-layered body parts to make them stand out As a result you will have 3D-like animals or any other items you want

Step 6 Draw Parts and Write MessagesYou can draw some fine elements into your collage using ordinary colorful markers You can also write a message on your collage with a marker Your creations are now ready to make your child smile

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Danielrsquos Twisted Animal Crime LineupGreat artists know how to turn heads with their art and that is certainly the case with PicsArtist of the Month Daniel (n3cr0n0m1c0n) However when he turns heads he turns them into something else Daniel has recently unveiled a series of photos that replace the head of a human body with various animal heads - the only exception being an awesome Star Wars stormtrooper helmet

In each photo of the series Daniels body dons a different head Nevertheless he is shown wearing the same clothes - a leather jacket with a zipper that runs diagonally across his torso into the side of his collar The thing about Danielrsquos photos is that the details of their construction work really well together to create a dark artistic vision with grungy undertones

Despite this odd synergy each photo is posed with a nonchalance that seems to undermine the strangeness of it all every shot displaying the emotional expression of a criminal lineup or mugshot The body takes on a neutral stance and the animal heads stare with vacant expressions as if silently counting the seconds for the camera shutter to click so they can walk off and do something else The overall emotional effect is weird uneasy slightly comic and extremely captivating

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Add Flare to Your PhotosMany photographers spend years trying to capture a glimmering lens flare They invest in expensive lenses and strain to catch the light at just the right angle

Historically and for many photographers lens flare is a vexing light that reflects off the glass of your lens ruining an otherwise brilliant shot However the twinkling beauty of lens flare has transformed it from purely accidental into an artform of its own with many pros spending months trying to perfect their lens flare technique

PicsArt eases this process for you by offering some dazzlingly realistic lens flares that can be inserted during the editing process PicsArt lens flares are also fully customizable so you can integrate them seamlessly into your favorite shots Here we demonstrate four of PicsArtrsquos lens flares in action over the same photo each one offering itrsquos own mesmerizing effect And the best part is all they require is one touch

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PICSART IN ACTION

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8 Killer Tips for Air Show Photography

by Chris Corradino

As temperatures warm up around most of the globe its time to once again welcome the return of Air Show season If youve never attended one before get ready for a thrilling event No matter how many times I photograph these high flying performances the power and precision of the pilots never fails to amaze me While they are an astonishing sight the raw speed of the passing jets can make for a challenging photo opportunity This article includes eight essential tips to help you capture the big event in your area

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TUTORIAL Shooting

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Beat the Crowds

Since much of the 2013 flying season was cancelled due to budget cuts this years shows are expected to smash previous attendance records With more than 150000 people jockeying for a good vantage point its essential you arrive 1-2 hours before the show starts This allows you to set up your gear in a prime location with unobstructed views of the action Before settling on a spot scan the horizon for any distractions that could block your lens The performers usually enter from the left and right with their stunts done at show center

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Lens Options

Air shows are usually several hours in duration and longer lenses can get quite heavy Image

stabilization is a nice feature but a tripod will give your arms a break and allow you to

create sharp images consistently While the majority of my aviation work

is shot with longer lenses I find that wide angle lenses are also

useful for performance teams that are spread out in wide

formations By utilizing a few different options

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Camera Settings

In order to freeze the flight of an aircraft travelling over 500 miles per hour youll need a very fast shutter speed For the best results I recommend at least 11000th of a second This is quick enough to stop even the fastest of aircrafts while also preventing camera shaking My exposure is typically around 11000 ISO 400 and f56 These settings are not meant to be exact but merely a starting point Depending on the weather conditions that day adjustments may be necessary

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Autofocus Techniques

Most DSLR cameras feature continuous focusing also known as AI Servo This mode will allow you to track moving subjects Keep your center focusing point over the aircraft with your shutter held halfway down As you follow the plane through your viewfinder the camera will automatically adjust the focus as the aircraft gets closer When you are ready to make an image simply press the shutter all the way down Air Show organizers often arrange photo passes where the pilot flies at a reduced speed Donrsquot get too comfortable though they return to full speed after just a few slow turns

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The Peak of Action

Smoke trails and afterburner effects are great additions to an aviation image Be ready for them as they happen quickly The trails of white smoke are actually created by pumping oil into the exhaust pipe This is particularly interesting when used by an entire formation of planes The patterns of smoke can be used to make for a more artistic composition In addition it adds a bit of contrast to the otherwise plain blue sky I also look to capture the interaction between two planes When pilots are flying side by side with their wings nearly touching a great deal of tension is introduced to the photo By freezing this moment in time you are also showcasing the precision and skill of the daring pilots

Enough Memory

With all of this fast-paced action you will likely burn through many memory cards rapidly I used to bring a portable hard drive with me and download the contents of the card while continuing to shoot This is no longer necessary as large capacity cards of 32GB are now very reasonably priced I like to shoot in RAW format whenever possible However if you are short on memory cards you may want to consider shooting in the LargeFine JPEG format This will allow you to fit more images on the card than RAW

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Capture The Local Color

For an up close look at some of these aircrafts check with your local airport or military base for static displays From the ground you can get a much better look at details like the paint scheme and propellers Depending on the venue you may even be able to climb inside the cockpit Since you will be very close a wide angle lens is the preferred choice here Walk around the entire plane to search for the best angle and create a strong composition

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Capture The Local Color

During the brief pauses in action turn your lens towards the people around you Spectators can often yield some interesting images Maybe its time for a quick selfie as well Pay special attention to any signs that may show the events name These can be used to start and end your gallery of images

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Creative Edits A City on a Back of an AnimalThe PicsArt editor makes really cool editing tricks easily available to anyone who has the will and imagination You can create some really amazing surreal images with PicsArt and to show you what we mean we have created a tutorial on how to raise an entire city on the back of an animal by combining photos and applying effects This tutorial also introduces users to our recently added feature for Android devices which lets users create their own custom clipart Follow these simple steps to become a photo wizard with PicsArt

TUTORIAL Editing

Step 1 Open Your Photo

Upload an animal photo from the Photo section of the main menu Make sure that your photo features a brightly lit animal in front of a dark background

Step 2 Apply the Cinerama Effect to the Main Photo

Select the Effects icon and choose the Cinerama effect from the Fx section of the Effects menu Save and confirm with checkmark

Step 3 Add a New Photo

Select the Add Photo icon and add a photo of the city you want to place on the back of the animal

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Step 4 Apply the Cinerama Effect

Select the top left icon (the Effect icon) from the menu that appears after you add a photo Apply the Cinerama effect just like you did with your main photo

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Step 5 Cut and Create Clipart

Select the Scissors icon from the top menu (ie the Free Crop option) Choose the Lasso option by clicking on the Brush icon Use the lasso to cut out the skyline of your city from the background Press the Save as Clipart button at the top of the screen to save your selection as a clipart image This will save your selection in My Clipart section allowing you to reuse it on any image whenever you need it

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Step 6 Place and Blend the Image

Adjust the size of your city and place it on the back of the animal Select and apply the Lighten blending mode from the menu

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Step 7 Shape Masks

Select the Shape Mask icon and choose a shape to frame your photo Reduce the opacity to around 30 to go with your shot Confirm and save your creation

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How to Draw Amazing Anime

Step by Step Tutorial

Anime has a unique style that has garnered global popularity even fanaticism This tutorial demonstrates how to make your very own anime using PicsArt Drawing Tools and your smart device

See how PicsArt Drawing Tools make drawing fun and easy and use this step by step tutorial to create your very own anime Who knows Maybe one day your anime will become the main character for your own cartoon or comics

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Step 1 Draw the Basic Outline

Draw a basic outline of your anime character using simple strokes in a light blue color so that you will be able to distinguish it from other outlines later on

Step 2 Refine your Outline

Add a new layer and use your previous layer as a guide to draw a more precise outline Delete the layer with the blue outline when finished

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Step 4 Add Color

Use thick colorful brushes to add the basic first layer of colors to your drawing

Step 3 Final Outline

Reduce the opacity and add a new layer for your final outline Trace a final outline using clean and deliberate strokes Make sure you get all of your details exactly right and correct previous mistakes Delete or hide previous outline layer when done

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Step 5 Add Shading

Add a new layer and outline the areas of your drawing you would like to shade Color this outline in black when you are ready

Step 6 Background Color

Reduce the opacity of your shade layer for a more subtle shade Use brighter tones to add lighting and reflection in your drawing Finish your drawing by using a translucent brush to add shading and texture to your background This creates ambiance and gives your anime character that final touch of realism it needs

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Design a Postcard that Encapsulates Summer VacationPicsArt has everything you need to create the perfect postcard using your summer photos With the right combination of masks texts and clipart you can create a professional card that perfectly captures the feelings and images of your fondest summer vacation memories

With this tutorial wersquoll show you an example of how to create a postcard step by step Yoursquoll be surprised at how easy it is to make something look so good in five easy steps

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Step 1 Upload a PhotoUpload a photo from the edit section of the main menu

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Step 2 Add Shape MaskSelect the Shape Mask icon from the menu bar and choose a shape mask that fits your photo best Customize the color size and opacity of the mask

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Step 3 2nd Shape MaskAdd a second Shape Mask with the same color and opacity as your previous one Reverse the mask by checking the box next to Inverse at the bottom right corner

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Step 4 Add TextPress the Text icon to add text to your postcard Add your text line by line to experiment with different fonts sizes and colors

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Step 5 Add ClipartPress the Clipart icon and choose clipart images to add that go with the theme of your postcard Customize the size and color to complete your postcard

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PicsArtist Roxyrsquos Visceral Mobile ArtThe series of abstract portraits created by PicsArtist Roxy HArt (roxyhart) are gripping Not only is her artwork raw and emotionally charged but it is rendered in a unique artistic fashion - all on her mobile phone

At times Roxy mixes her drawings with photography blending the two togehter with a variety of brush strokes and textures Roxy does not hold back when she faces inner anguish as an artist but rather injects this emotion into her work

Nevertheless some of her portraits are less jarring possessing a softer more poetic touch In these portraits her frustration gives way to melancholy as she tones down stark reds and peppers her portraits with faded yellows purples and blues

Not long ago terms like ldquomobile artrdquo were easily dismissed by the fine art mainstream but PicsArtists like Roxy prove that a tablet or smartphone can be just as powerful as a canvas and paintbrush The following collection of portraits by Roxy illustrate that even without the traditional tools mobile artwork retains emotion and authenticity

INSPIRATION Drawing

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WHATS NEW

PicsArtrsquos Exciting New Features for iOS and Android Devices

PicsArt recently released some exciting updates for Android and iOS Most of the new features were available for both platforms but they had their slight differences

The update included two new effects Dodger and Vintage Ivory The former softens your photo with pale colors and ambient lighting while the latter is inspired by vintage color palettes and resolutions but with a new whiter and brighter twist

PicsArt also gave users the ability to customize the colors of PicsArt Masks with a new Hue slider Shape masks offer the opportunity to choose from a variety of shapes to overlay on your photos and they have been made even better recently - by adding the option to customize them by texture in addition to the previously available color and opacity

For a quick fix and speedy share of an image we introduced the Auto Enhance tool which automatically brings you the basic best version of your image while still allowing you to customize in small ways

In addition to these commonly shared updates the two platforms have some differences as well iOS users can now customize their collages by adjusting the inner borders and can choose from a whole new variety of pre-made grids iOS users will also be excited about our updates in the Social Network as written tags and usernames written out in comments or photo descriptions now automatically become links to what they are referencing This will make it easier for users to discover each other as well as trending tags

Donrsquot worry Android users you have some cool stuff too We know that photo stealing has become an issue in our network so we have removed the save option for photos Now only photos that have freetoedit tag can be saved and reused by others If you do not tag your miages with that tag no one will be able to save them We hope that this will help prevent photo theft and preserve the artistic rights of our creative userbase

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A Brief Introduction to Photo History

Although photography as we know it is among the youngest of the major art forms its history can be traced back to ancient times Chinese philosopher Mo-Zi discussed the principles of a camera obscura in the 4th or 5th century BCE For two thousand years it was known as a small dark room (or box) with a tiny hole in one wall through which light shone and projected an inverted image

During the late 1500s Giambattista della Portia perfected its design by adding a convex lens to the hole making a sharper more detailed image Camera obscuras allowed artists to trace a scene in ink for a more faithful reproduction

The Early Days of Image Processing

The 18th and 19th centuries saw a multitude of methods for image processing and creation In 1727 Johann Schulze mixed chalk silver and nitric acid - a very early photosensitive compound - noting that one side of the flask darkened when exposed to sunlight In 1816 Joseph Niceacutephore Nieacutepce created the worlds first photograph by coating a metal plate in a silver chloride solution and exposing it to light for 8 hours However he did not discover a way of permanently fixing

the image for another decadeWilliam Henry Fox Talbot applied Nieacutepces recipe to paper in 1834 fixing the images with a salt solution and eventually patenting the first paper negative as the ldquoCalotyperdquo in 1841

Meanwhile Louis Daguerre was creating the Daguerrotype by coating copper sheets in silver iodide creating a metal negative which he developed in a solution of mercury These two inventions lead to the creation of photography To that end on August 19 1839 the French government publicly acknowledged the invention of photography

The first glass negative was made by Frederick Scott Archer in 1851 using a wet plate collodion process During the 1850s the tintype photograph emerged this made the negative image appear positive by exposing it onto a dark-coloured metal sheet coated with collodion which made the shadows appear light and the highlights dark

In 1861 James Clerk-Maxwell realized that he could photograph a scene three times through a red blue and green filter and project the images on top of each other to create a full-colour image

Finally in 1871 Richard Leach Maddox suspended the silver solution in gelatin creating the dry emulsion which sent photography skyrocketing It was applied first to glass negatives but would later find its way onto the thin plastic film that made photography possible for the public at large

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The Photographic Boom

By 1878 glass plate negatives were being manufactured commercially and in 1880 George Eastman opened what would become the Eastman-Kodak company Within ten years he was producing roll film and in 1900 released the first personal camera the Kodak Brownie In 1907 the Lumiegravere Brothers released the first commercial colour film

Oscar Barnack working for Leitz microscopes pushed camera invention forward in 1914 with the first 35mm camera which was improved upon and released in 1924 as the first Leica camera 1936 saw the introduction of the modern SLR (single-lens reflex camera) as well as the legendary Kodachrome film which finally made colour photography popular Polaroid would release instant black-and-white film in 1948 followed by the colour version in 1963

Students from the Emerson School for GirlsSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

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The Digital Takeover

The first digital camera was invented in 1975 by Steve Sasson of Kodak using CCD sensor technology invented by Willard Boyle and George Smith in 1969 The birth of auto focus came with Minoltas Maxxum in 1985 paving the way for the worlds first commercially-available digital SLR ndash Kodaks 13 megapixel DCS-100 which sold in 1991 for $30000 USD Eight years later Nikon would wrestle away Kodaks dominance of the photo industry with the release of the D1 a 27MP model which went for a comparatively modest $6000

In 2003 Canon released the Digital Rebel the first consumer-level DSLR with a price tag under $1000 followed two years later by the first full-frame digital camera the 5D

Adobe hopped on the digital wave with the creation of Photoshop in 1990

A decade later the first camera phone was developed by Sharp in the early years of the new millennium Kodak ceased all production of film cameras in 2004 and even though the variety has been pared down they continue to produce film for the die-hard analog market

In the past ten years the major camera companies have focused their research and development almost entirely on improving their digital technology which has now begun to plateau The possibilities for future ingenuity now lay wide open with endless photographic possibilities waiting just over the horizon

The Reading EstablishmentAttributed to William Henry Fox Talbot (British 1800ndash1877)

Medium Salted paper prints from paper negatives

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Lola MontezSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

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Lemuel ShawSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

Medium Daguerreotype

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Louis-Jacques-Mandeacute DaguerreJohn Jabez Edwin Mayall (British Oldham Lancashire 1813ndash1901 West Sussex)

Medium Albumen silver print from glass negative

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View Down Brattle Street from the Southworth amp Hawes Studio at 5 12 Tremont Row Boston

Southworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)Medium Daguerreotype

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Interview with Celebrity Photographer Jason Bell Having shot for publications like Vanity Fair Vogue photographed royals and had some of his work submitted into Britainrsquos National Portrait Gallery Jason Bell has cemented his place as one of the foremost portrait photographers of his generation He has published four books and received more accolades than we have room to mention In any case Jasonrsquos work is the gold-standard when it comes to peering past the face and into the soul of subject model or celebrity His work has fascinated us for some time so we interviewed him to learn more about his work and career

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INERVIEW

All images by and copyright of Jason Bell

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How did you become a photographer

I just always was I took pictures a lot as a child and then when I was at school I was given the keys to the school dark room which I remember finding a magical place It just carried on from there

You actually studied Politics Philosophy and Economics at Oxford and as of today you have photographed some of the most powerful individuals on earth from presidents to royals Is there a correlation there

I am a strong believer in researching the people I photograph so I think it helps that my education has given me an understanding of what some of them do

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What was it like to take the official christening photographs of Prince George

It was an honour to be asked Everyone kept telling me beforehand how nervous I would be and that I must be so stressed But I actually felt very relaxed throughout They gave me all the time I needed to prepare and were very friendly and relaxed I enjoyed it

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Many of your photos are part of the permanent collection of the National Portrait Gallery the United Kingdomrsquos official gallery for portraits of historical British people Your work is national history How does this feel

I try not to think of it in those terms but more about what I want to say about the person Irsquom photographing or what I can encourage them to reveal

Are there any portraits of yours in the National Portrait Gallery that stand out as favourites

My favourites tend to be favourites because they are people I have felt a particular connection with or even become friends with I try to do that with everyone I photograph but obviously it happens with some people more than others

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Yoursquove captured a lot of artists and entertainers as well What is it like photographing celebrities

I am lucky in that I photographed some famous people very early on in my career so I got used to it very quickly and it is not something that I find difficult to deal with at all now They are just people like everybody else and usually enjoy being treated as such

You did the movie posters for modern British classic like Billy Elliot and Love Actually How is shooting a movie poster different from capturing a portrait

It tends to be much more art directed so I have less freedom to just do what I want and have to follow a brief more carefully In those instances I try to follow that brief and then give them something in addition that they maybe didnrsquot know they wanted

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Have you ever photographed someone who had maybe been a role model of some kind for you or maybe just admired greatly

Yes - very early on in my career I was sent to Iceland to photograph Bjork I had been listening to that first album of hers all summer and so was a bit of a fan It actually kind of got in the way initially me being a fan and I had to get past that as quickly as possible to find the person I wanted to photograph

What was the most surreal moment you ever experienced during a photography shoot

I was shooting a campaign for the Royal Opera House of a Chinese opera singer called Liping Zhang in a beautiful area near the Mongolian border We were assured the weather would be OK since it was late spring but a freak snowstorm came through so we were all freezing and inappropriately dressed and we had to bundle her up in Chinese army coats to keep her warm and at the last moment there was so much snow we couldnrsquot even drive her to the spot where I wanted to photograph her so in order to get her there we had to rent a camel to put her on

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What advice would you give to amatuer photographers

Many of the students and amateurs who come to see me show me a little bit of everything That is unlikely to get you commissioned when you are starting out So I think itrsquos better to concentrate on one thing and do it very well at the beginning and then when that goes well you can branch out

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Bewitched by BlightA building in ruins hangs together by what seems like threads One of the upper floors sags precariously just inches above the head of a young woman who strolls absent-mindedly with a teddy-bear in hand It seems possible that at any moment the whole structure could come crashing down Lady Luck we presume

Danny Aguirre (danny-aguirre-142) is the PicsArtist responsible for this Photo of the Month entitled Lady Luck Aguirre edited this image to perfection transplanting a young lively and vibrant woman into a world of decay In this manner the photo speaks to us through contrast

Darkly lit ruins once full of life now sit forgotten surrounded by sick yellow skies The deteriorating building bears down on an unwary and carefree youth (Lady Luck) ambling at the mercy of its behemonth broken structure In this peculiar and eerie scene Aguirre captivates his audience while conveying the promise of the unexpected

In an ever-changing world Aguirre has captured the aesthetic beauty of a building that has passed its prime However in its old age the building has become something else entirely a peculiar and curious space open to imaginative interpretation This is perhaps the luck that the young lady pictured in the image and Aguirres audience have stumbled upon an unexpected opportunity to reflect on the present in light of the past Through his creative vision Aguirre allows us to study ourselves and the physical structures we leave behind for future generations

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A Photographerrsquos Guide to the US

The most unique shots in America and where to get them

Kelso San Dunes Mojave Desert

If yoursquore looking for a unique photography opportunity head for the Kelso Sand Dunes - mountainous piles of sand that seem to spring up from nowhere in the middle of the Mojave Desert The tallest dunes can rise up to 650 feet above the surrounding terrain In this setting a well-timed hike might allow you photograph the sunset from a phenomenal vantage point A couple words of caution be sure to take a flashlight in order to get back to your car and never go alone

If you donrsquot make it to the sand dunes dont despair The spectacular darkness of the Mojave desert translates into spectacular nighttime photography With almost no ambient light (apart from the stars and the vague glow over the horizon coming from Las Vegas) the Mojave is the perfect place to experiment with time lapse night shots and double exposures This is a surefire way to snap some fantastic shots

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The Redwood Forests California

If you drive down the west coast of California on Route 1 yoursquoll suddenly find yourself in a magical landscape of trees so tall that you feel like a tiny critter The redwood forests in California are truly a sight to behold and the deep ochre of the tree barks is spectacular to see

Driving through this area is fantastic but make sure that you park up and go exploring with your camera This is one of the best places for nature photography The way the light streams through the canopy in the late afternoon is nothing short of breathtaking a must see for every photographer

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Tucson Arizona

Tucson may not seem like a photographerrsquos haven and if you visit in July when the temperatures soar to over 100 degrees Fahrenheit it certainly wonrsquot feel like it either However the landscape of this often-forgotten city makes for some truly breathtaking sunsets and sunrises where flat land gives way to gorgeous mountains ensconced by sunlight

If you visit Tucson youll also find that it is an unlikely hotbed of culture and art With a history that goes back much further than many of its neighbors in the south west Tucson boasts remarkable architecture historic neighborhoods and museums not to mention the Mission San Xavier del Bac an 18th-century mission that is still functioning Whats more the city has a distinctly Western flavor in light of pervasive Native American and Mexican influences After the sun goes down yoursquoll also find art events and bars alive with music and bonding in a comfy college-town atmosphere which means that you can capture some great shots of people simply being themselves

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DIY Wall Decorations for Kids Room

Artists start young so here we want to show how you can nurture art into a child by decorating his room so he starts seeing and valuing creativity from his early days

This DIY tutorial is so easy to do that if you have elder children you can involve them in the process of making these awsome wall hangings Make a collage in minutes that will be an impressive surprise for everyone and give you a proud piece of original artwork to hang on the wall in your kids room

For this project yoursquoll need a color printer markers scissors glue 2 pieces of ordinary cardboard and 4 equal-sized colorfull cardboards or canvas

Step 1 PrintFind some awesome characters online by either browsing clipart in the PicsArt Shop or googling cartoon images Also print out some basic colors or patterns to cut into shapes If you dont like the color of your background cardboards or canvases you can either color them with paint or print out patterns to make your backgrounds more colorful

Step 2 CutCut out your characters carefully and glue them on cardboard Now cut out the cardboard in the shape of your characters Be sure to cut out shapes for the scenery of your collage like clouds and trees There is no need to glue them on an additional cardboard if you do not want to make them look 3D

Step 3 Create 3D ElementsIdentify some parts of the animals you want to highlight like tails eyes or ears Cut out two of those parts from cardboard and glue one over the other so that the one with patterns stays on top

Step 4 GlueGlue your shapes onto 4 pieces of cardboard Start with the scenery (trees and clouds) then glue on your characters then glue on their cool colored double-layered body parts to make them stand out As a result you will have 3D-like animals or any other items you want

Step 6 Draw Parts and Write MessagesYou can draw some fine elements into your collage using ordinary colorful markers You can also write a message on your collage with a marker Your creations are now ready to make your child smile

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Danielrsquos Twisted Animal Crime LineupGreat artists know how to turn heads with their art and that is certainly the case with PicsArtist of the Month Daniel (n3cr0n0m1c0n) However when he turns heads he turns them into something else Daniel has recently unveiled a series of photos that replace the head of a human body with various animal heads - the only exception being an awesome Star Wars stormtrooper helmet

In each photo of the series Daniels body dons a different head Nevertheless he is shown wearing the same clothes - a leather jacket with a zipper that runs diagonally across his torso into the side of his collar The thing about Danielrsquos photos is that the details of their construction work really well together to create a dark artistic vision with grungy undertones

Despite this odd synergy each photo is posed with a nonchalance that seems to undermine the strangeness of it all every shot displaying the emotional expression of a criminal lineup or mugshot The body takes on a neutral stance and the animal heads stare with vacant expressions as if silently counting the seconds for the camera shutter to click so they can walk off and do something else The overall emotional effect is weird uneasy slightly comic and extremely captivating

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Add Flare to Your PhotosMany photographers spend years trying to capture a glimmering lens flare They invest in expensive lenses and strain to catch the light at just the right angle

Historically and for many photographers lens flare is a vexing light that reflects off the glass of your lens ruining an otherwise brilliant shot However the twinkling beauty of lens flare has transformed it from purely accidental into an artform of its own with many pros spending months trying to perfect their lens flare technique

PicsArt eases this process for you by offering some dazzlingly realistic lens flares that can be inserted during the editing process PicsArt lens flares are also fully customizable so you can integrate them seamlessly into your favorite shots Here we demonstrate four of PicsArtrsquos lens flares in action over the same photo each one offering itrsquos own mesmerizing effect And the best part is all they require is one touch

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8 Killer Tips for Air Show Photography

by Chris Corradino

As temperatures warm up around most of the globe its time to once again welcome the return of Air Show season If youve never attended one before get ready for a thrilling event No matter how many times I photograph these high flying performances the power and precision of the pilots never fails to amaze me While they are an astonishing sight the raw speed of the passing jets can make for a challenging photo opportunity This article includes eight essential tips to help you capture the big event in your area

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TUTORIAL Shooting

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Beat the Crowds

Since much of the 2013 flying season was cancelled due to budget cuts this years shows are expected to smash previous attendance records With more than 150000 people jockeying for a good vantage point its essential you arrive 1-2 hours before the show starts This allows you to set up your gear in a prime location with unobstructed views of the action Before settling on a spot scan the horizon for any distractions that could block your lens The performers usually enter from the left and right with their stunts done at show center

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Lens Options

Air shows are usually several hours in duration and longer lenses can get quite heavy Image

stabilization is a nice feature but a tripod will give your arms a break and allow you to

create sharp images consistently While the majority of my aviation work

is shot with longer lenses I find that wide angle lenses are also

useful for performance teams that are spread out in wide

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Camera Settings

In order to freeze the flight of an aircraft travelling over 500 miles per hour youll need a very fast shutter speed For the best results I recommend at least 11000th of a second This is quick enough to stop even the fastest of aircrafts while also preventing camera shaking My exposure is typically around 11000 ISO 400 and f56 These settings are not meant to be exact but merely a starting point Depending on the weather conditions that day adjustments may be necessary

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Autofocus Techniques

Most DSLR cameras feature continuous focusing also known as AI Servo This mode will allow you to track moving subjects Keep your center focusing point over the aircraft with your shutter held halfway down As you follow the plane through your viewfinder the camera will automatically adjust the focus as the aircraft gets closer When you are ready to make an image simply press the shutter all the way down Air Show organizers often arrange photo passes where the pilot flies at a reduced speed Donrsquot get too comfortable though they return to full speed after just a few slow turns

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The Peak of Action

Smoke trails and afterburner effects are great additions to an aviation image Be ready for them as they happen quickly The trails of white smoke are actually created by pumping oil into the exhaust pipe This is particularly interesting when used by an entire formation of planes The patterns of smoke can be used to make for a more artistic composition In addition it adds a bit of contrast to the otherwise plain blue sky I also look to capture the interaction between two planes When pilots are flying side by side with their wings nearly touching a great deal of tension is introduced to the photo By freezing this moment in time you are also showcasing the precision and skill of the daring pilots

Enough Memory

With all of this fast-paced action you will likely burn through many memory cards rapidly I used to bring a portable hard drive with me and download the contents of the card while continuing to shoot This is no longer necessary as large capacity cards of 32GB are now very reasonably priced I like to shoot in RAW format whenever possible However if you are short on memory cards you may want to consider shooting in the LargeFine JPEG format This will allow you to fit more images on the card than RAW

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Capture The Local Color

For an up close look at some of these aircrafts check with your local airport or military base for static displays From the ground you can get a much better look at details like the paint scheme and propellers Depending on the venue you may even be able to climb inside the cockpit Since you will be very close a wide angle lens is the preferred choice here Walk around the entire plane to search for the best angle and create a strong composition

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Capture The Local Color

During the brief pauses in action turn your lens towards the people around you Spectators can often yield some interesting images Maybe its time for a quick selfie as well Pay special attention to any signs that may show the events name These can be used to start and end your gallery of images

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Creative Edits A City on a Back of an AnimalThe PicsArt editor makes really cool editing tricks easily available to anyone who has the will and imagination You can create some really amazing surreal images with PicsArt and to show you what we mean we have created a tutorial on how to raise an entire city on the back of an animal by combining photos and applying effects This tutorial also introduces users to our recently added feature for Android devices which lets users create their own custom clipart Follow these simple steps to become a photo wizard with PicsArt

TUTORIAL Editing

Step 1 Open Your Photo

Upload an animal photo from the Photo section of the main menu Make sure that your photo features a brightly lit animal in front of a dark background

Step 2 Apply the Cinerama Effect to the Main Photo

Select the Effects icon and choose the Cinerama effect from the Fx section of the Effects menu Save and confirm with checkmark

Step 3 Add a New Photo

Select the Add Photo icon and add a photo of the city you want to place on the back of the animal

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Step 4 Apply the Cinerama Effect

Select the top left icon (the Effect icon) from the menu that appears after you add a photo Apply the Cinerama effect just like you did with your main photo

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Step 5 Cut and Create Clipart

Select the Scissors icon from the top menu (ie the Free Crop option) Choose the Lasso option by clicking on the Brush icon Use the lasso to cut out the skyline of your city from the background Press the Save as Clipart button at the top of the screen to save your selection as a clipart image This will save your selection in My Clipart section allowing you to reuse it on any image whenever you need it

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Step 6 Place and Blend the Image

Adjust the size of your city and place it on the back of the animal Select and apply the Lighten blending mode from the menu

below Confirm the changes you have made

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Step 7 Shape Masks

Select the Shape Mask icon and choose a shape to frame your photo Reduce the opacity to around 30 to go with your shot Confirm and save your creation

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How to Draw Amazing Anime

Step by Step Tutorial

Anime has a unique style that has garnered global popularity even fanaticism This tutorial demonstrates how to make your very own anime using PicsArt Drawing Tools and your smart device

See how PicsArt Drawing Tools make drawing fun and easy and use this step by step tutorial to create your very own anime Who knows Maybe one day your anime will become the main character for your own cartoon or comics

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Step 1 Draw the Basic Outline

Draw a basic outline of your anime character using simple strokes in a light blue color so that you will be able to distinguish it from other outlines later on

Step 2 Refine your Outline

Add a new layer and use your previous layer as a guide to draw a more precise outline Delete the layer with the blue outline when finished

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Step 4 Add Color

Use thick colorful brushes to add the basic first layer of colors to your drawing

Step 3 Final Outline

Reduce the opacity and add a new layer for your final outline Trace a final outline using clean and deliberate strokes Make sure you get all of your details exactly right and correct previous mistakes Delete or hide previous outline layer when done

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Step 5 Add Shading

Add a new layer and outline the areas of your drawing you would like to shade Color this outline in black when you are ready

Step 6 Background Color

Reduce the opacity of your shade layer for a more subtle shade Use brighter tones to add lighting and reflection in your drawing Finish your drawing by using a translucent brush to add shading and texture to your background This creates ambiance and gives your anime character that final touch of realism it needs

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Design a Postcard that Encapsulates Summer VacationPicsArt has everything you need to create the perfect postcard using your summer photos With the right combination of masks texts and clipart you can create a professional card that perfectly captures the feelings and images of your fondest summer vacation memories

With this tutorial wersquoll show you an example of how to create a postcard step by step Yoursquoll be surprised at how easy it is to make something look so good in five easy steps

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Step 1 Upload a PhotoUpload a photo from the edit section of the main menu

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Step 2 Add Shape MaskSelect the Shape Mask icon from the menu bar and choose a shape mask that fits your photo best Customize the color size and opacity of the mask

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Step 3 2nd Shape MaskAdd a second Shape Mask with the same color and opacity as your previous one Reverse the mask by checking the box next to Inverse at the bottom right corner

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Step 4 Add TextPress the Text icon to add text to your postcard Add your text line by line to experiment with different fonts sizes and colors

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Step 5 Add ClipartPress the Clipart icon and choose clipart images to add that go with the theme of your postcard Customize the size and color to complete your postcard

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PicsArtist Roxyrsquos Visceral Mobile ArtThe series of abstract portraits created by PicsArtist Roxy HArt (roxyhart) are gripping Not only is her artwork raw and emotionally charged but it is rendered in a unique artistic fashion - all on her mobile phone

At times Roxy mixes her drawings with photography blending the two togehter with a variety of brush strokes and textures Roxy does not hold back when she faces inner anguish as an artist but rather injects this emotion into her work

Nevertheless some of her portraits are less jarring possessing a softer more poetic touch In these portraits her frustration gives way to melancholy as she tones down stark reds and peppers her portraits with faded yellows purples and blues

Not long ago terms like ldquomobile artrdquo were easily dismissed by the fine art mainstream but PicsArtists like Roxy prove that a tablet or smartphone can be just as powerful as a canvas and paintbrush The following collection of portraits by Roxy illustrate that even without the traditional tools mobile artwork retains emotion and authenticity

INSPIRATION Drawing

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WHATS NEW

PicsArtrsquos Exciting New Features for iOS and Android Devices

PicsArt recently released some exciting updates for Android and iOS Most of the new features were available for both platforms but they had their slight differences

The update included two new effects Dodger and Vintage Ivory The former softens your photo with pale colors and ambient lighting while the latter is inspired by vintage color palettes and resolutions but with a new whiter and brighter twist

PicsArt also gave users the ability to customize the colors of PicsArt Masks with a new Hue slider Shape masks offer the opportunity to choose from a variety of shapes to overlay on your photos and they have been made even better recently - by adding the option to customize them by texture in addition to the previously available color and opacity

For a quick fix and speedy share of an image we introduced the Auto Enhance tool which automatically brings you the basic best version of your image while still allowing you to customize in small ways

In addition to these commonly shared updates the two platforms have some differences as well iOS users can now customize their collages by adjusting the inner borders and can choose from a whole new variety of pre-made grids iOS users will also be excited about our updates in the Social Network as written tags and usernames written out in comments or photo descriptions now automatically become links to what they are referencing This will make it easier for users to discover each other as well as trending tags

Donrsquot worry Android users you have some cool stuff too We know that photo stealing has become an issue in our network so we have removed the save option for photos Now only photos that have freetoedit tag can be saved and reused by others If you do not tag your miages with that tag no one will be able to save them We hope that this will help prevent photo theft and preserve the artistic rights of our creative userbase

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A Brief Introduction to Photo History

Although photography as we know it is among the youngest of the major art forms its history can be traced back to ancient times Chinese philosopher Mo-Zi discussed the principles of a camera obscura in the 4th or 5th century BCE For two thousand years it was known as a small dark room (or box) with a tiny hole in one wall through which light shone and projected an inverted image

During the late 1500s Giambattista della Portia perfected its design by adding a convex lens to the hole making a sharper more detailed image Camera obscuras allowed artists to trace a scene in ink for a more faithful reproduction

The Early Days of Image Processing

The 18th and 19th centuries saw a multitude of methods for image processing and creation In 1727 Johann Schulze mixed chalk silver and nitric acid - a very early photosensitive compound - noting that one side of the flask darkened when exposed to sunlight In 1816 Joseph Niceacutephore Nieacutepce created the worlds first photograph by coating a metal plate in a silver chloride solution and exposing it to light for 8 hours However he did not discover a way of permanently fixing

the image for another decadeWilliam Henry Fox Talbot applied Nieacutepces recipe to paper in 1834 fixing the images with a salt solution and eventually patenting the first paper negative as the ldquoCalotyperdquo in 1841

Meanwhile Louis Daguerre was creating the Daguerrotype by coating copper sheets in silver iodide creating a metal negative which he developed in a solution of mercury These two inventions lead to the creation of photography To that end on August 19 1839 the French government publicly acknowledged the invention of photography

The first glass negative was made by Frederick Scott Archer in 1851 using a wet plate collodion process During the 1850s the tintype photograph emerged this made the negative image appear positive by exposing it onto a dark-coloured metal sheet coated with collodion which made the shadows appear light and the highlights dark

In 1861 James Clerk-Maxwell realized that he could photograph a scene three times through a red blue and green filter and project the images on top of each other to create a full-colour image

Finally in 1871 Richard Leach Maddox suspended the silver solution in gelatin creating the dry emulsion which sent photography skyrocketing It was applied first to glass negatives but would later find its way onto the thin plastic film that made photography possible for the public at large

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The Photographic Boom

By 1878 glass plate negatives were being manufactured commercially and in 1880 George Eastman opened what would become the Eastman-Kodak company Within ten years he was producing roll film and in 1900 released the first personal camera the Kodak Brownie In 1907 the Lumiegravere Brothers released the first commercial colour film

Oscar Barnack working for Leitz microscopes pushed camera invention forward in 1914 with the first 35mm camera which was improved upon and released in 1924 as the first Leica camera 1936 saw the introduction of the modern SLR (single-lens reflex camera) as well as the legendary Kodachrome film which finally made colour photography popular Polaroid would release instant black-and-white film in 1948 followed by the colour version in 1963

Students from the Emerson School for GirlsSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

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Unidentified Woman in Nine Oval ViewsSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

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The Digital Takeover

The first digital camera was invented in 1975 by Steve Sasson of Kodak using CCD sensor technology invented by Willard Boyle and George Smith in 1969 The birth of auto focus came with Minoltas Maxxum in 1985 paving the way for the worlds first commercially-available digital SLR ndash Kodaks 13 megapixel DCS-100 which sold in 1991 for $30000 USD Eight years later Nikon would wrestle away Kodaks dominance of the photo industry with the release of the D1 a 27MP model which went for a comparatively modest $6000

In 2003 Canon released the Digital Rebel the first consumer-level DSLR with a price tag under $1000 followed two years later by the first full-frame digital camera the 5D

Adobe hopped on the digital wave with the creation of Photoshop in 1990

A decade later the first camera phone was developed by Sharp in the early years of the new millennium Kodak ceased all production of film cameras in 2004 and even though the variety has been pared down they continue to produce film for the die-hard analog market

In the past ten years the major camera companies have focused their research and development almost entirely on improving their digital technology which has now begun to plateau The possibilities for future ingenuity now lay wide open with endless photographic possibilities waiting just over the horizon

The Reading EstablishmentAttributed to William Henry Fox Talbot (British 1800ndash1877)

Medium Salted paper prints from paper negatives

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Lola MontezSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

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Lemuel ShawSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

Medium Daguerreotype

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Louis-Jacques-Mandeacute DaguerreJohn Jabez Edwin Mayall (British Oldham Lancashire 1813ndash1901 West Sussex)

Medium Albumen silver print from glass negative

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View Down Brattle Street from the Southworth amp Hawes Studio at 5 12 Tremont Row Boston

Southworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)Medium Daguerreotype

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Interview with Celebrity Photographer Jason Bell Having shot for publications like Vanity Fair Vogue photographed royals and had some of his work submitted into Britainrsquos National Portrait Gallery Jason Bell has cemented his place as one of the foremost portrait photographers of his generation He has published four books and received more accolades than we have room to mention In any case Jasonrsquos work is the gold-standard when it comes to peering past the face and into the soul of subject model or celebrity His work has fascinated us for some time so we interviewed him to learn more about his work and career

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INERVIEW

All images by and copyright of Jason Bell

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How did you become a photographer

I just always was I took pictures a lot as a child and then when I was at school I was given the keys to the school dark room which I remember finding a magical place It just carried on from there

You actually studied Politics Philosophy and Economics at Oxford and as of today you have photographed some of the most powerful individuals on earth from presidents to royals Is there a correlation there

I am a strong believer in researching the people I photograph so I think it helps that my education has given me an understanding of what some of them do

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What was it like to take the official christening photographs of Prince George

It was an honour to be asked Everyone kept telling me beforehand how nervous I would be and that I must be so stressed But I actually felt very relaxed throughout They gave me all the time I needed to prepare and were very friendly and relaxed I enjoyed it

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Many of your photos are part of the permanent collection of the National Portrait Gallery the United Kingdomrsquos official gallery for portraits of historical British people Your work is national history How does this feel

I try not to think of it in those terms but more about what I want to say about the person Irsquom photographing or what I can encourage them to reveal

Are there any portraits of yours in the National Portrait Gallery that stand out as favourites

My favourites tend to be favourites because they are people I have felt a particular connection with or even become friends with I try to do that with everyone I photograph but obviously it happens with some people more than others

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Yoursquove captured a lot of artists and entertainers as well What is it like photographing celebrities

I am lucky in that I photographed some famous people very early on in my career so I got used to it very quickly and it is not something that I find difficult to deal with at all now They are just people like everybody else and usually enjoy being treated as such

You did the movie posters for modern British classic like Billy Elliot and Love Actually How is shooting a movie poster different from capturing a portrait

It tends to be much more art directed so I have less freedom to just do what I want and have to follow a brief more carefully In those instances I try to follow that brief and then give them something in addition that they maybe didnrsquot know they wanted

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Have you ever photographed someone who had maybe been a role model of some kind for you or maybe just admired greatly

Yes - very early on in my career I was sent to Iceland to photograph Bjork I had been listening to that first album of hers all summer and so was a bit of a fan It actually kind of got in the way initially me being a fan and I had to get past that as quickly as possible to find the person I wanted to photograph

What was the most surreal moment you ever experienced during a photography shoot

I was shooting a campaign for the Royal Opera House of a Chinese opera singer called Liping Zhang in a beautiful area near the Mongolian border We were assured the weather would be OK since it was late spring but a freak snowstorm came through so we were all freezing and inappropriately dressed and we had to bundle her up in Chinese army coats to keep her warm and at the last moment there was so much snow we couldnrsquot even drive her to the spot where I wanted to photograph her so in order to get her there we had to rent a camel to put her on

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What advice would you give to amatuer photographers

Many of the students and amateurs who come to see me show me a little bit of everything That is unlikely to get you commissioned when you are starting out So I think itrsquos better to concentrate on one thing and do it very well at the beginning and then when that goes well you can branch out

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Bewitched by BlightA building in ruins hangs together by what seems like threads One of the upper floors sags precariously just inches above the head of a young woman who strolls absent-mindedly with a teddy-bear in hand It seems possible that at any moment the whole structure could come crashing down Lady Luck we presume

Danny Aguirre (danny-aguirre-142) is the PicsArtist responsible for this Photo of the Month entitled Lady Luck Aguirre edited this image to perfection transplanting a young lively and vibrant woman into a world of decay In this manner the photo speaks to us through contrast

Darkly lit ruins once full of life now sit forgotten surrounded by sick yellow skies The deteriorating building bears down on an unwary and carefree youth (Lady Luck) ambling at the mercy of its behemonth broken structure In this peculiar and eerie scene Aguirre captivates his audience while conveying the promise of the unexpected

In an ever-changing world Aguirre has captured the aesthetic beauty of a building that has passed its prime However in its old age the building has become something else entirely a peculiar and curious space open to imaginative interpretation This is perhaps the luck that the young lady pictured in the image and Aguirres audience have stumbled upon an unexpected opportunity to reflect on the present in light of the past Through his creative vision Aguirre allows us to study ourselves and the physical structures we leave behind for future generations

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A Photographerrsquos Guide to the US

The most unique shots in America and where to get them

Kelso San Dunes Mojave Desert

If yoursquore looking for a unique photography opportunity head for the Kelso Sand Dunes - mountainous piles of sand that seem to spring up from nowhere in the middle of the Mojave Desert The tallest dunes can rise up to 650 feet above the surrounding terrain In this setting a well-timed hike might allow you photograph the sunset from a phenomenal vantage point A couple words of caution be sure to take a flashlight in order to get back to your car and never go alone

If you donrsquot make it to the sand dunes dont despair The spectacular darkness of the Mojave desert translates into spectacular nighttime photography With almost no ambient light (apart from the stars and the vague glow over the horizon coming from Las Vegas) the Mojave is the perfect place to experiment with time lapse night shots and double exposures This is a surefire way to snap some fantastic shots

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The Redwood Forests California

If you drive down the west coast of California on Route 1 yoursquoll suddenly find yourself in a magical landscape of trees so tall that you feel like a tiny critter The redwood forests in California are truly a sight to behold and the deep ochre of the tree barks is spectacular to see

Driving through this area is fantastic but make sure that you park up and go exploring with your camera This is one of the best places for nature photography The way the light streams through the canopy in the late afternoon is nothing short of breathtaking a must see for every photographer

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Tucson Arizona

Tucson may not seem like a photographerrsquos haven and if you visit in July when the temperatures soar to over 100 degrees Fahrenheit it certainly wonrsquot feel like it either However the landscape of this often-forgotten city makes for some truly breathtaking sunsets and sunrises where flat land gives way to gorgeous mountains ensconced by sunlight

If you visit Tucson youll also find that it is an unlikely hotbed of culture and art With a history that goes back much further than many of its neighbors in the south west Tucson boasts remarkable architecture historic neighborhoods and museums not to mention the Mission San Xavier del Bac an 18th-century mission that is still functioning Whats more the city has a distinctly Western flavor in light of pervasive Native American and Mexican influences After the sun goes down yoursquoll also find art events and bars alive with music and bonding in a comfy college-town atmosphere which means that you can capture some great shots of people simply being themselves

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DIY Wall Decorations for Kids Room

Artists start young so here we want to show how you can nurture art into a child by decorating his room so he starts seeing and valuing creativity from his early days

This DIY tutorial is so easy to do that if you have elder children you can involve them in the process of making these awsome wall hangings Make a collage in minutes that will be an impressive surprise for everyone and give you a proud piece of original artwork to hang on the wall in your kids room

For this project yoursquoll need a color printer markers scissors glue 2 pieces of ordinary cardboard and 4 equal-sized colorfull cardboards or canvas

Step 1 PrintFind some awesome characters online by either browsing clipart in the PicsArt Shop or googling cartoon images Also print out some basic colors or patterns to cut into shapes If you dont like the color of your background cardboards or canvases you can either color them with paint or print out patterns to make your backgrounds more colorful

Step 2 CutCut out your characters carefully and glue them on cardboard Now cut out the cardboard in the shape of your characters Be sure to cut out shapes for the scenery of your collage like clouds and trees There is no need to glue them on an additional cardboard if you do not want to make them look 3D

Step 3 Create 3D ElementsIdentify some parts of the animals you want to highlight like tails eyes or ears Cut out two of those parts from cardboard and glue one over the other so that the one with patterns stays on top

Step 4 GlueGlue your shapes onto 4 pieces of cardboard Start with the scenery (trees and clouds) then glue on your characters then glue on their cool colored double-layered body parts to make them stand out As a result you will have 3D-like animals or any other items you want

Step 6 Draw Parts and Write MessagesYou can draw some fine elements into your collage using ordinary colorful markers You can also write a message on your collage with a marker Your creations are now ready to make your child smile

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Danielrsquos Twisted Animal Crime LineupGreat artists know how to turn heads with their art and that is certainly the case with PicsArtist of the Month Daniel (n3cr0n0m1c0n) However when he turns heads he turns them into something else Daniel has recently unveiled a series of photos that replace the head of a human body with various animal heads - the only exception being an awesome Star Wars stormtrooper helmet

In each photo of the series Daniels body dons a different head Nevertheless he is shown wearing the same clothes - a leather jacket with a zipper that runs diagonally across his torso into the side of his collar The thing about Danielrsquos photos is that the details of their construction work really well together to create a dark artistic vision with grungy undertones

Despite this odd synergy each photo is posed with a nonchalance that seems to undermine the strangeness of it all every shot displaying the emotional expression of a criminal lineup or mugshot The body takes on a neutral stance and the animal heads stare with vacant expressions as if silently counting the seconds for the camera shutter to click so they can walk off and do something else The overall emotional effect is weird uneasy slightly comic and extremely captivating

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Add Flare to Your PhotosMany photographers spend years trying to capture a glimmering lens flare They invest in expensive lenses and strain to catch the light at just the right angle

Historically and for many photographers lens flare is a vexing light that reflects off the glass of your lens ruining an otherwise brilliant shot However the twinkling beauty of lens flare has transformed it from purely accidental into an artform of its own with many pros spending months trying to perfect their lens flare technique

PicsArt eases this process for you by offering some dazzlingly realistic lens flares that can be inserted during the editing process PicsArt lens flares are also fully customizable so you can integrate them seamlessly into your favorite shots Here we demonstrate four of PicsArtrsquos lens flares in action over the same photo each one offering itrsquos own mesmerizing effect And the best part is all they require is one touch

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8 Killer Tips for Air Show Photography

by Chris Corradino

As temperatures warm up around most of the globe its time to once again welcome the return of Air Show season If youve never attended one before get ready for a thrilling event No matter how many times I photograph these high flying performances the power and precision of the pilots never fails to amaze me While they are an astonishing sight the raw speed of the passing jets can make for a challenging photo opportunity This article includes eight essential tips to help you capture the big event in your area

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TUTORIAL Shooting

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Beat the Crowds

Since much of the 2013 flying season was cancelled due to budget cuts this years shows are expected to smash previous attendance records With more than 150000 people jockeying for a good vantage point its essential you arrive 1-2 hours before the show starts This allows you to set up your gear in a prime location with unobstructed views of the action Before settling on a spot scan the horizon for any distractions that could block your lens The performers usually enter from the left and right with their stunts done at show center

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Lens Options

Air shows are usually several hours in duration and longer lenses can get quite heavy Image

stabilization is a nice feature but a tripod will give your arms a break and allow you to

create sharp images consistently While the majority of my aviation work

is shot with longer lenses I find that wide angle lenses are also

useful for performance teams that are spread out in wide

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Camera Settings

In order to freeze the flight of an aircraft travelling over 500 miles per hour youll need a very fast shutter speed For the best results I recommend at least 11000th of a second This is quick enough to stop even the fastest of aircrafts while also preventing camera shaking My exposure is typically around 11000 ISO 400 and f56 These settings are not meant to be exact but merely a starting point Depending on the weather conditions that day adjustments may be necessary

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Autofocus Techniques

Most DSLR cameras feature continuous focusing also known as AI Servo This mode will allow you to track moving subjects Keep your center focusing point over the aircraft with your shutter held halfway down As you follow the plane through your viewfinder the camera will automatically adjust the focus as the aircraft gets closer When you are ready to make an image simply press the shutter all the way down Air Show organizers often arrange photo passes where the pilot flies at a reduced speed Donrsquot get too comfortable though they return to full speed after just a few slow turns

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The Peak of Action

Smoke trails and afterburner effects are great additions to an aviation image Be ready for them as they happen quickly The trails of white smoke are actually created by pumping oil into the exhaust pipe This is particularly interesting when used by an entire formation of planes The patterns of smoke can be used to make for a more artistic composition In addition it adds a bit of contrast to the otherwise plain blue sky I also look to capture the interaction between two planes When pilots are flying side by side with their wings nearly touching a great deal of tension is introduced to the photo By freezing this moment in time you are also showcasing the precision and skill of the daring pilots

Enough Memory

With all of this fast-paced action you will likely burn through many memory cards rapidly I used to bring a portable hard drive with me and download the contents of the card while continuing to shoot This is no longer necessary as large capacity cards of 32GB are now very reasonably priced I like to shoot in RAW format whenever possible However if you are short on memory cards you may want to consider shooting in the LargeFine JPEG format This will allow you to fit more images on the card than RAW

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Capture The Local Color

For an up close look at some of these aircrafts check with your local airport or military base for static displays From the ground you can get a much better look at details like the paint scheme and propellers Depending on the venue you may even be able to climb inside the cockpit Since you will be very close a wide angle lens is the preferred choice here Walk around the entire plane to search for the best angle and create a strong composition

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Capture The Local Color

During the brief pauses in action turn your lens towards the people around you Spectators can often yield some interesting images Maybe its time for a quick selfie as well Pay special attention to any signs that may show the events name These can be used to start and end your gallery of images

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Creative Edits A City on a Back of an AnimalThe PicsArt editor makes really cool editing tricks easily available to anyone who has the will and imagination You can create some really amazing surreal images with PicsArt and to show you what we mean we have created a tutorial on how to raise an entire city on the back of an animal by combining photos and applying effects This tutorial also introduces users to our recently added feature for Android devices which lets users create their own custom clipart Follow these simple steps to become a photo wizard with PicsArt

TUTORIAL Editing

Step 1 Open Your Photo

Upload an animal photo from the Photo section of the main menu Make sure that your photo features a brightly lit animal in front of a dark background

Step 2 Apply the Cinerama Effect to the Main Photo

Select the Effects icon and choose the Cinerama effect from the Fx section of the Effects menu Save and confirm with checkmark

Step 3 Add a New Photo

Select the Add Photo icon and add a photo of the city you want to place on the back of the animal

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Step 4 Apply the Cinerama Effect

Select the top left icon (the Effect icon) from the menu that appears after you add a photo Apply the Cinerama effect just like you did with your main photo

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Step 5 Cut and Create Clipart

Select the Scissors icon from the top menu (ie the Free Crop option) Choose the Lasso option by clicking on the Brush icon Use the lasso to cut out the skyline of your city from the background Press the Save as Clipart button at the top of the screen to save your selection as a clipart image This will save your selection in My Clipart section allowing you to reuse it on any image whenever you need it

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Step 6 Place and Blend the Image

Adjust the size of your city and place it on the back of the animal Select and apply the Lighten blending mode from the menu

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Step 7 Shape Masks

Select the Shape Mask icon and choose a shape to frame your photo Reduce the opacity to around 30 to go with your shot Confirm and save your creation

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How to Draw Amazing Anime

Step by Step Tutorial

Anime has a unique style that has garnered global popularity even fanaticism This tutorial demonstrates how to make your very own anime using PicsArt Drawing Tools and your smart device

See how PicsArt Drawing Tools make drawing fun and easy and use this step by step tutorial to create your very own anime Who knows Maybe one day your anime will become the main character for your own cartoon or comics

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Step 1 Draw the Basic Outline

Draw a basic outline of your anime character using simple strokes in a light blue color so that you will be able to distinguish it from other outlines later on

Step 2 Refine your Outline

Add a new layer and use your previous layer as a guide to draw a more precise outline Delete the layer with the blue outline when finished

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Step 4 Add Color

Use thick colorful brushes to add the basic first layer of colors to your drawing

Step 3 Final Outline

Reduce the opacity and add a new layer for your final outline Trace a final outline using clean and deliberate strokes Make sure you get all of your details exactly right and correct previous mistakes Delete or hide previous outline layer when done

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Step 5 Add Shading

Add a new layer and outline the areas of your drawing you would like to shade Color this outline in black when you are ready

Step 6 Background Color

Reduce the opacity of your shade layer for a more subtle shade Use brighter tones to add lighting and reflection in your drawing Finish your drawing by using a translucent brush to add shading and texture to your background This creates ambiance and gives your anime character that final touch of realism it needs

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Design a Postcard that Encapsulates Summer VacationPicsArt has everything you need to create the perfect postcard using your summer photos With the right combination of masks texts and clipart you can create a professional card that perfectly captures the feelings and images of your fondest summer vacation memories

With this tutorial wersquoll show you an example of how to create a postcard step by step Yoursquoll be surprised at how easy it is to make something look so good in five easy steps

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Step 1 Upload a PhotoUpload a photo from the edit section of the main menu

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Step 2 Add Shape MaskSelect the Shape Mask icon from the menu bar and choose a shape mask that fits your photo best Customize the color size and opacity of the mask

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Step 3 2nd Shape MaskAdd a second Shape Mask with the same color and opacity as your previous one Reverse the mask by checking the box next to Inverse at the bottom right corner

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Step 4 Add TextPress the Text icon to add text to your postcard Add your text line by line to experiment with different fonts sizes and colors

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Step 5 Add ClipartPress the Clipart icon and choose clipart images to add that go with the theme of your postcard Customize the size and color to complete your postcard

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PicsArtist Roxyrsquos Visceral Mobile ArtThe series of abstract portraits created by PicsArtist Roxy HArt (roxyhart) are gripping Not only is her artwork raw and emotionally charged but it is rendered in a unique artistic fashion - all on her mobile phone

At times Roxy mixes her drawings with photography blending the two togehter with a variety of brush strokes and textures Roxy does not hold back when she faces inner anguish as an artist but rather injects this emotion into her work

Nevertheless some of her portraits are less jarring possessing a softer more poetic touch In these portraits her frustration gives way to melancholy as she tones down stark reds and peppers her portraits with faded yellows purples and blues

Not long ago terms like ldquomobile artrdquo were easily dismissed by the fine art mainstream but PicsArtists like Roxy prove that a tablet or smartphone can be just as powerful as a canvas and paintbrush The following collection of portraits by Roxy illustrate that even without the traditional tools mobile artwork retains emotion and authenticity

INSPIRATION Drawing

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WHATS NEW

PicsArtrsquos Exciting New Features for iOS and Android Devices

PicsArt recently released some exciting updates for Android and iOS Most of the new features were available for both platforms but they had their slight differences

The update included two new effects Dodger and Vintage Ivory The former softens your photo with pale colors and ambient lighting while the latter is inspired by vintage color palettes and resolutions but with a new whiter and brighter twist

PicsArt also gave users the ability to customize the colors of PicsArt Masks with a new Hue slider Shape masks offer the opportunity to choose from a variety of shapes to overlay on your photos and they have been made even better recently - by adding the option to customize them by texture in addition to the previously available color and opacity

For a quick fix and speedy share of an image we introduced the Auto Enhance tool which automatically brings you the basic best version of your image while still allowing you to customize in small ways

In addition to these commonly shared updates the two platforms have some differences as well iOS users can now customize their collages by adjusting the inner borders and can choose from a whole new variety of pre-made grids iOS users will also be excited about our updates in the Social Network as written tags and usernames written out in comments or photo descriptions now automatically become links to what they are referencing This will make it easier for users to discover each other as well as trending tags

Donrsquot worry Android users you have some cool stuff too We know that photo stealing has become an issue in our network so we have removed the save option for photos Now only photos that have freetoedit tag can be saved and reused by others If you do not tag your miages with that tag no one will be able to save them We hope that this will help prevent photo theft and preserve the artistic rights of our creative userbase

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A Brief Introduction to Photo History

Although photography as we know it is among the youngest of the major art forms its history can be traced back to ancient times Chinese philosopher Mo-Zi discussed the principles of a camera obscura in the 4th or 5th century BCE For two thousand years it was known as a small dark room (or box) with a tiny hole in one wall through which light shone and projected an inverted image

During the late 1500s Giambattista della Portia perfected its design by adding a convex lens to the hole making a sharper more detailed image Camera obscuras allowed artists to trace a scene in ink for a more faithful reproduction

The Early Days of Image Processing

The 18th and 19th centuries saw a multitude of methods for image processing and creation In 1727 Johann Schulze mixed chalk silver and nitric acid - a very early photosensitive compound - noting that one side of the flask darkened when exposed to sunlight In 1816 Joseph Niceacutephore Nieacutepce created the worlds first photograph by coating a metal plate in a silver chloride solution and exposing it to light for 8 hours However he did not discover a way of permanently fixing

the image for another decadeWilliam Henry Fox Talbot applied Nieacutepces recipe to paper in 1834 fixing the images with a salt solution and eventually patenting the first paper negative as the ldquoCalotyperdquo in 1841

Meanwhile Louis Daguerre was creating the Daguerrotype by coating copper sheets in silver iodide creating a metal negative which he developed in a solution of mercury These two inventions lead to the creation of photography To that end on August 19 1839 the French government publicly acknowledged the invention of photography

The first glass negative was made by Frederick Scott Archer in 1851 using a wet plate collodion process During the 1850s the tintype photograph emerged this made the negative image appear positive by exposing it onto a dark-coloured metal sheet coated with collodion which made the shadows appear light and the highlights dark

In 1861 James Clerk-Maxwell realized that he could photograph a scene three times through a red blue and green filter and project the images on top of each other to create a full-colour image

Finally in 1871 Richard Leach Maddox suspended the silver solution in gelatin creating the dry emulsion which sent photography skyrocketing It was applied first to glass negatives but would later find its way onto the thin plastic film that made photography possible for the public at large

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The Photographic Boom

By 1878 glass plate negatives were being manufactured commercially and in 1880 George Eastman opened what would become the Eastman-Kodak company Within ten years he was producing roll film and in 1900 released the first personal camera the Kodak Brownie In 1907 the Lumiegravere Brothers released the first commercial colour film

Oscar Barnack working for Leitz microscopes pushed camera invention forward in 1914 with the first 35mm camera which was improved upon and released in 1924 as the first Leica camera 1936 saw the introduction of the modern SLR (single-lens reflex camera) as well as the legendary Kodachrome film which finally made colour photography popular Polaroid would release instant black-and-white film in 1948 followed by the colour version in 1963

Students from the Emerson School for GirlsSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

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Unidentified Woman in Nine Oval ViewsSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

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The Digital Takeover

The first digital camera was invented in 1975 by Steve Sasson of Kodak using CCD sensor technology invented by Willard Boyle and George Smith in 1969 The birth of auto focus came with Minoltas Maxxum in 1985 paving the way for the worlds first commercially-available digital SLR ndash Kodaks 13 megapixel DCS-100 which sold in 1991 for $30000 USD Eight years later Nikon would wrestle away Kodaks dominance of the photo industry with the release of the D1 a 27MP model which went for a comparatively modest $6000

In 2003 Canon released the Digital Rebel the first consumer-level DSLR with a price tag under $1000 followed two years later by the first full-frame digital camera the 5D

Adobe hopped on the digital wave with the creation of Photoshop in 1990

A decade later the first camera phone was developed by Sharp in the early years of the new millennium Kodak ceased all production of film cameras in 2004 and even though the variety has been pared down they continue to produce film for the die-hard analog market

In the past ten years the major camera companies have focused their research and development almost entirely on improving their digital technology which has now begun to plateau The possibilities for future ingenuity now lay wide open with endless photographic possibilities waiting just over the horizon

The Reading EstablishmentAttributed to William Henry Fox Talbot (British 1800ndash1877)

Medium Salted paper prints from paper negatives

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Lola MontezSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

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Lemuel ShawSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

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Louis-Jacques-Mandeacute DaguerreJohn Jabez Edwin Mayall (British Oldham Lancashire 1813ndash1901 West Sussex)

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View Down Brattle Street from the Southworth amp Hawes Studio at 5 12 Tremont Row Boston

Southworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)Medium Daguerreotype

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Interview with Celebrity Photographer Jason Bell Having shot for publications like Vanity Fair Vogue photographed royals and had some of his work submitted into Britainrsquos National Portrait Gallery Jason Bell has cemented his place as one of the foremost portrait photographers of his generation He has published four books and received more accolades than we have room to mention In any case Jasonrsquos work is the gold-standard when it comes to peering past the face and into the soul of subject model or celebrity His work has fascinated us for some time so we interviewed him to learn more about his work and career

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INERVIEW

All images by and copyright of Jason Bell

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How did you become a photographer

I just always was I took pictures a lot as a child and then when I was at school I was given the keys to the school dark room which I remember finding a magical place It just carried on from there

You actually studied Politics Philosophy and Economics at Oxford and as of today you have photographed some of the most powerful individuals on earth from presidents to royals Is there a correlation there

I am a strong believer in researching the people I photograph so I think it helps that my education has given me an understanding of what some of them do

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What was it like to take the official christening photographs of Prince George

It was an honour to be asked Everyone kept telling me beforehand how nervous I would be and that I must be so stressed But I actually felt very relaxed throughout They gave me all the time I needed to prepare and were very friendly and relaxed I enjoyed it

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Many of your photos are part of the permanent collection of the National Portrait Gallery the United Kingdomrsquos official gallery for portraits of historical British people Your work is national history How does this feel

I try not to think of it in those terms but more about what I want to say about the person Irsquom photographing or what I can encourage them to reveal

Are there any portraits of yours in the National Portrait Gallery that stand out as favourites

My favourites tend to be favourites because they are people I have felt a particular connection with or even become friends with I try to do that with everyone I photograph but obviously it happens with some people more than others

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Yoursquove captured a lot of artists and entertainers as well What is it like photographing celebrities

I am lucky in that I photographed some famous people very early on in my career so I got used to it very quickly and it is not something that I find difficult to deal with at all now They are just people like everybody else and usually enjoy being treated as such

You did the movie posters for modern British classic like Billy Elliot and Love Actually How is shooting a movie poster different from capturing a portrait

It tends to be much more art directed so I have less freedom to just do what I want and have to follow a brief more carefully In those instances I try to follow that brief and then give them something in addition that they maybe didnrsquot know they wanted

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Have you ever photographed someone who had maybe been a role model of some kind for you or maybe just admired greatly

Yes - very early on in my career I was sent to Iceland to photograph Bjork I had been listening to that first album of hers all summer and so was a bit of a fan It actually kind of got in the way initially me being a fan and I had to get past that as quickly as possible to find the person I wanted to photograph

What was the most surreal moment you ever experienced during a photography shoot

I was shooting a campaign for the Royal Opera House of a Chinese opera singer called Liping Zhang in a beautiful area near the Mongolian border We were assured the weather would be OK since it was late spring but a freak snowstorm came through so we were all freezing and inappropriately dressed and we had to bundle her up in Chinese army coats to keep her warm and at the last moment there was so much snow we couldnrsquot even drive her to the spot where I wanted to photograph her so in order to get her there we had to rent a camel to put her on

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What advice would you give to amatuer photographers

Many of the students and amateurs who come to see me show me a little bit of everything That is unlikely to get you commissioned when you are starting out So I think itrsquos better to concentrate on one thing and do it very well at the beginning and then when that goes well you can branch out

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Bewitched by BlightA building in ruins hangs together by what seems like threads One of the upper floors sags precariously just inches above the head of a young woman who strolls absent-mindedly with a teddy-bear in hand It seems possible that at any moment the whole structure could come crashing down Lady Luck we presume

Danny Aguirre (danny-aguirre-142) is the PicsArtist responsible for this Photo of the Month entitled Lady Luck Aguirre edited this image to perfection transplanting a young lively and vibrant woman into a world of decay In this manner the photo speaks to us through contrast

Darkly lit ruins once full of life now sit forgotten surrounded by sick yellow skies The deteriorating building bears down on an unwary and carefree youth (Lady Luck) ambling at the mercy of its behemonth broken structure In this peculiar and eerie scene Aguirre captivates his audience while conveying the promise of the unexpected

In an ever-changing world Aguirre has captured the aesthetic beauty of a building that has passed its prime However in its old age the building has become something else entirely a peculiar and curious space open to imaginative interpretation This is perhaps the luck that the young lady pictured in the image and Aguirres audience have stumbled upon an unexpected opportunity to reflect on the present in light of the past Through his creative vision Aguirre allows us to study ourselves and the physical structures we leave behind for future generations

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A Photographerrsquos Guide to the US

The most unique shots in America and where to get them

Kelso San Dunes Mojave Desert

If yoursquore looking for a unique photography opportunity head for the Kelso Sand Dunes - mountainous piles of sand that seem to spring up from nowhere in the middle of the Mojave Desert The tallest dunes can rise up to 650 feet above the surrounding terrain In this setting a well-timed hike might allow you photograph the sunset from a phenomenal vantage point A couple words of caution be sure to take a flashlight in order to get back to your car and never go alone

If you donrsquot make it to the sand dunes dont despair The spectacular darkness of the Mojave desert translates into spectacular nighttime photography With almost no ambient light (apart from the stars and the vague glow over the horizon coming from Las Vegas) the Mojave is the perfect place to experiment with time lapse night shots and double exposures This is a surefire way to snap some fantastic shots

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The Redwood Forests California

If you drive down the west coast of California on Route 1 yoursquoll suddenly find yourself in a magical landscape of trees so tall that you feel like a tiny critter The redwood forests in California are truly a sight to behold and the deep ochre of the tree barks is spectacular to see

Driving through this area is fantastic but make sure that you park up and go exploring with your camera This is one of the best places for nature photography The way the light streams through the canopy in the late afternoon is nothing short of breathtaking a must see for every photographer

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Tucson Arizona

Tucson may not seem like a photographerrsquos haven and if you visit in July when the temperatures soar to over 100 degrees Fahrenheit it certainly wonrsquot feel like it either However the landscape of this often-forgotten city makes for some truly breathtaking sunsets and sunrises where flat land gives way to gorgeous mountains ensconced by sunlight

If you visit Tucson youll also find that it is an unlikely hotbed of culture and art With a history that goes back much further than many of its neighbors in the south west Tucson boasts remarkable architecture historic neighborhoods and museums not to mention the Mission San Xavier del Bac an 18th-century mission that is still functioning Whats more the city has a distinctly Western flavor in light of pervasive Native American and Mexican influences After the sun goes down yoursquoll also find art events and bars alive with music and bonding in a comfy college-town atmosphere which means that you can capture some great shots of people simply being themselves

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DIY Wall Decorations for Kids Room

Artists start young so here we want to show how you can nurture art into a child by decorating his room so he starts seeing and valuing creativity from his early days

This DIY tutorial is so easy to do that if you have elder children you can involve them in the process of making these awsome wall hangings Make a collage in minutes that will be an impressive surprise for everyone and give you a proud piece of original artwork to hang on the wall in your kids room

For this project yoursquoll need a color printer markers scissors glue 2 pieces of ordinary cardboard and 4 equal-sized colorfull cardboards or canvas

Step 1 PrintFind some awesome characters online by either browsing clipart in the PicsArt Shop or googling cartoon images Also print out some basic colors or patterns to cut into shapes If you dont like the color of your background cardboards or canvases you can either color them with paint or print out patterns to make your backgrounds more colorful

Step 2 CutCut out your characters carefully and glue them on cardboard Now cut out the cardboard in the shape of your characters Be sure to cut out shapes for the scenery of your collage like clouds and trees There is no need to glue them on an additional cardboard if you do not want to make them look 3D

Step 3 Create 3D ElementsIdentify some parts of the animals you want to highlight like tails eyes or ears Cut out two of those parts from cardboard and glue one over the other so that the one with patterns stays on top

Step 4 GlueGlue your shapes onto 4 pieces of cardboard Start with the scenery (trees and clouds) then glue on your characters then glue on their cool colored double-layered body parts to make them stand out As a result you will have 3D-like animals or any other items you want

Step 6 Draw Parts and Write MessagesYou can draw some fine elements into your collage using ordinary colorful markers You can also write a message on your collage with a marker Your creations are now ready to make your child smile

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Danielrsquos Twisted Animal Crime LineupGreat artists know how to turn heads with their art and that is certainly the case with PicsArtist of the Month Daniel (n3cr0n0m1c0n) However when he turns heads he turns them into something else Daniel has recently unveiled a series of photos that replace the head of a human body with various animal heads - the only exception being an awesome Star Wars stormtrooper helmet

In each photo of the series Daniels body dons a different head Nevertheless he is shown wearing the same clothes - a leather jacket with a zipper that runs diagonally across his torso into the side of his collar The thing about Danielrsquos photos is that the details of their construction work really well together to create a dark artistic vision with grungy undertones

Despite this odd synergy each photo is posed with a nonchalance that seems to undermine the strangeness of it all every shot displaying the emotional expression of a criminal lineup or mugshot The body takes on a neutral stance and the animal heads stare with vacant expressions as if silently counting the seconds for the camera shutter to click so they can walk off and do something else The overall emotional effect is weird uneasy slightly comic and extremely captivating

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Add Flare to Your PhotosMany photographers spend years trying to capture a glimmering lens flare They invest in expensive lenses and strain to catch the light at just the right angle

Historically and for many photographers lens flare is a vexing light that reflects off the glass of your lens ruining an otherwise brilliant shot However the twinkling beauty of lens flare has transformed it from purely accidental into an artform of its own with many pros spending months trying to perfect their lens flare technique

PicsArt eases this process for you by offering some dazzlingly realistic lens flares that can be inserted during the editing process PicsArt lens flares are also fully customizable so you can integrate them seamlessly into your favorite shots Here we demonstrate four of PicsArtrsquos lens flares in action over the same photo each one offering itrsquos own mesmerizing effect And the best part is all they require is one touch

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8 Killer Tips for Air Show Photography

by Chris Corradino

As temperatures warm up around most of the globe its time to once again welcome the return of Air Show season If youve never attended one before get ready for a thrilling event No matter how many times I photograph these high flying performances the power and precision of the pilots never fails to amaze me While they are an astonishing sight the raw speed of the passing jets can make for a challenging photo opportunity This article includes eight essential tips to help you capture the big event in your area

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TUTORIAL Shooting

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Beat the Crowds

Since much of the 2013 flying season was cancelled due to budget cuts this years shows are expected to smash previous attendance records With more than 150000 people jockeying for a good vantage point its essential you arrive 1-2 hours before the show starts This allows you to set up your gear in a prime location with unobstructed views of the action Before settling on a spot scan the horizon for any distractions that could block your lens The performers usually enter from the left and right with their stunts done at show center

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Lens Options

Air shows are usually several hours in duration and longer lenses can get quite heavy Image

stabilization is a nice feature but a tripod will give your arms a break and allow you to

create sharp images consistently While the majority of my aviation work

is shot with longer lenses I find that wide angle lenses are also

useful for performance teams that are spread out in wide

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of images

Camera Settings

In order to freeze the flight of an aircraft travelling over 500 miles per hour youll need a very fast shutter speed For the best results I recommend at least 11000th of a second This is quick enough to stop even the fastest of aircrafts while also preventing camera shaking My exposure is typically around 11000 ISO 400 and f56 These settings are not meant to be exact but merely a starting point Depending on the weather conditions that day adjustments may be necessary

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Autofocus Techniques

Most DSLR cameras feature continuous focusing also known as AI Servo This mode will allow you to track moving subjects Keep your center focusing point over the aircraft with your shutter held halfway down As you follow the plane through your viewfinder the camera will automatically adjust the focus as the aircraft gets closer When you are ready to make an image simply press the shutter all the way down Air Show organizers often arrange photo passes where the pilot flies at a reduced speed Donrsquot get too comfortable though they return to full speed after just a few slow turns

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The Peak of Action

Smoke trails and afterburner effects are great additions to an aviation image Be ready for them as they happen quickly The trails of white smoke are actually created by pumping oil into the exhaust pipe This is particularly interesting when used by an entire formation of planes The patterns of smoke can be used to make for a more artistic composition In addition it adds a bit of contrast to the otherwise plain blue sky I also look to capture the interaction between two planes When pilots are flying side by side with their wings nearly touching a great deal of tension is introduced to the photo By freezing this moment in time you are also showcasing the precision and skill of the daring pilots

Enough Memory

With all of this fast-paced action you will likely burn through many memory cards rapidly I used to bring a portable hard drive with me and download the contents of the card while continuing to shoot This is no longer necessary as large capacity cards of 32GB are now very reasonably priced I like to shoot in RAW format whenever possible However if you are short on memory cards you may want to consider shooting in the LargeFine JPEG format This will allow you to fit more images on the card than RAW

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Capture The Local Color

For an up close look at some of these aircrafts check with your local airport or military base for static displays From the ground you can get a much better look at details like the paint scheme and propellers Depending on the venue you may even be able to climb inside the cockpit Since you will be very close a wide angle lens is the preferred choice here Walk around the entire plane to search for the best angle and create a strong composition

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Capture The Local Color

During the brief pauses in action turn your lens towards the people around you Spectators can often yield some interesting images Maybe its time for a quick selfie as well Pay special attention to any signs that may show the events name These can be used to start and end your gallery of images

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Creative Edits A City on a Back of an AnimalThe PicsArt editor makes really cool editing tricks easily available to anyone who has the will and imagination You can create some really amazing surreal images with PicsArt and to show you what we mean we have created a tutorial on how to raise an entire city on the back of an animal by combining photos and applying effects This tutorial also introduces users to our recently added feature for Android devices which lets users create their own custom clipart Follow these simple steps to become a photo wizard with PicsArt

TUTORIAL Editing

Step 1 Open Your Photo

Upload an animal photo from the Photo section of the main menu Make sure that your photo features a brightly lit animal in front of a dark background

Step 2 Apply the Cinerama Effect to the Main Photo

Select the Effects icon and choose the Cinerama effect from the Fx section of the Effects menu Save and confirm with checkmark

Step 3 Add a New Photo

Select the Add Photo icon and add a photo of the city you want to place on the back of the animal

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Step 4 Apply the Cinerama Effect

Select the top left icon (the Effect icon) from the menu that appears after you add a photo Apply the Cinerama effect just like you did with your main photo

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Step 5 Cut and Create Clipart

Select the Scissors icon from the top menu (ie the Free Crop option) Choose the Lasso option by clicking on the Brush icon Use the lasso to cut out the skyline of your city from the background Press the Save as Clipart button at the top of the screen to save your selection as a clipart image This will save your selection in My Clipart section allowing you to reuse it on any image whenever you need it

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Step 6 Place and Blend the Image

Adjust the size of your city and place it on the back of the animal Select and apply the Lighten blending mode from the menu

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Step 7 Shape Masks

Select the Shape Mask icon and choose a shape to frame your photo Reduce the opacity to around 30 to go with your shot Confirm and save your creation

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How to Draw Amazing Anime

Step by Step Tutorial

Anime has a unique style that has garnered global popularity even fanaticism This tutorial demonstrates how to make your very own anime using PicsArt Drawing Tools and your smart device

See how PicsArt Drawing Tools make drawing fun and easy and use this step by step tutorial to create your very own anime Who knows Maybe one day your anime will become the main character for your own cartoon or comics

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Step 1 Draw the Basic Outline

Draw a basic outline of your anime character using simple strokes in a light blue color so that you will be able to distinguish it from other outlines later on

Step 2 Refine your Outline

Add a new layer and use your previous layer as a guide to draw a more precise outline Delete the layer with the blue outline when finished

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Step 4 Add Color

Use thick colorful brushes to add the basic first layer of colors to your drawing

Step 3 Final Outline

Reduce the opacity and add a new layer for your final outline Trace a final outline using clean and deliberate strokes Make sure you get all of your details exactly right and correct previous mistakes Delete or hide previous outline layer when done

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Step 5 Add Shading

Add a new layer and outline the areas of your drawing you would like to shade Color this outline in black when you are ready

Step 6 Background Color

Reduce the opacity of your shade layer for a more subtle shade Use brighter tones to add lighting and reflection in your drawing Finish your drawing by using a translucent brush to add shading and texture to your background This creates ambiance and gives your anime character that final touch of realism it needs

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Design a Postcard that Encapsulates Summer VacationPicsArt has everything you need to create the perfect postcard using your summer photos With the right combination of masks texts and clipart you can create a professional card that perfectly captures the feelings and images of your fondest summer vacation memories

With this tutorial wersquoll show you an example of how to create a postcard step by step Yoursquoll be surprised at how easy it is to make something look so good in five easy steps

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Step 1 Upload a PhotoUpload a photo from the edit section of the main menu

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Step 2 Add Shape MaskSelect the Shape Mask icon from the menu bar and choose a shape mask that fits your photo best Customize the color size and opacity of the mask

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Step 3 2nd Shape MaskAdd a second Shape Mask with the same color and opacity as your previous one Reverse the mask by checking the box next to Inverse at the bottom right corner

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Step 4 Add TextPress the Text icon to add text to your postcard Add your text line by line to experiment with different fonts sizes and colors

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Step 5 Add ClipartPress the Clipart icon and choose clipart images to add that go with the theme of your postcard Customize the size and color to complete your postcard

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PicsArtist Roxyrsquos Visceral Mobile ArtThe series of abstract portraits created by PicsArtist Roxy HArt (roxyhart) are gripping Not only is her artwork raw and emotionally charged but it is rendered in a unique artistic fashion - all on her mobile phone

At times Roxy mixes her drawings with photography blending the two togehter with a variety of brush strokes and textures Roxy does not hold back when she faces inner anguish as an artist but rather injects this emotion into her work

Nevertheless some of her portraits are less jarring possessing a softer more poetic touch In these portraits her frustration gives way to melancholy as she tones down stark reds and peppers her portraits with faded yellows purples and blues

Not long ago terms like ldquomobile artrdquo were easily dismissed by the fine art mainstream but PicsArtists like Roxy prove that a tablet or smartphone can be just as powerful as a canvas and paintbrush The following collection of portraits by Roxy illustrate that even without the traditional tools mobile artwork retains emotion and authenticity

INSPIRATION Drawing

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WHATS NEW

PicsArtrsquos Exciting New Features for iOS and Android Devices

PicsArt recently released some exciting updates for Android and iOS Most of the new features were available for both platforms but they had their slight differences

The update included two new effects Dodger and Vintage Ivory The former softens your photo with pale colors and ambient lighting while the latter is inspired by vintage color palettes and resolutions but with a new whiter and brighter twist

PicsArt also gave users the ability to customize the colors of PicsArt Masks with a new Hue slider Shape masks offer the opportunity to choose from a variety of shapes to overlay on your photos and they have been made even better recently - by adding the option to customize them by texture in addition to the previously available color and opacity

For a quick fix and speedy share of an image we introduced the Auto Enhance tool which automatically brings you the basic best version of your image while still allowing you to customize in small ways

In addition to these commonly shared updates the two platforms have some differences as well iOS users can now customize their collages by adjusting the inner borders and can choose from a whole new variety of pre-made grids iOS users will also be excited about our updates in the Social Network as written tags and usernames written out in comments or photo descriptions now automatically become links to what they are referencing This will make it easier for users to discover each other as well as trending tags

Donrsquot worry Android users you have some cool stuff too We know that photo stealing has become an issue in our network so we have removed the save option for photos Now only photos that have freetoedit tag can be saved and reused by others If you do not tag your miages with that tag no one will be able to save them We hope that this will help prevent photo theft and preserve the artistic rights of our creative userbase

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A Brief Introduction to Photo History

Although photography as we know it is among the youngest of the major art forms its history can be traced back to ancient times Chinese philosopher Mo-Zi discussed the principles of a camera obscura in the 4th or 5th century BCE For two thousand years it was known as a small dark room (or box) with a tiny hole in one wall through which light shone and projected an inverted image

During the late 1500s Giambattista della Portia perfected its design by adding a convex lens to the hole making a sharper more detailed image Camera obscuras allowed artists to trace a scene in ink for a more faithful reproduction

The Early Days of Image Processing

The 18th and 19th centuries saw a multitude of methods for image processing and creation In 1727 Johann Schulze mixed chalk silver and nitric acid - a very early photosensitive compound - noting that one side of the flask darkened when exposed to sunlight In 1816 Joseph Niceacutephore Nieacutepce created the worlds first photograph by coating a metal plate in a silver chloride solution and exposing it to light for 8 hours However he did not discover a way of permanently fixing

the image for another decadeWilliam Henry Fox Talbot applied Nieacutepces recipe to paper in 1834 fixing the images with a salt solution and eventually patenting the first paper negative as the ldquoCalotyperdquo in 1841

Meanwhile Louis Daguerre was creating the Daguerrotype by coating copper sheets in silver iodide creating a metal negative which he developed in a solution of mercury These two inventions lead to the creation of photography To that end on August 19 1839 the French government publicly acknowledged the invention of photography

The first glass negative was made by Frederick Scott Archer in 1851 using a wet plate collodion process During the 1850s the tintype photograph emerged this made the negative image appear positive by exposing it onto a dark-coloured metal sheet coated with collodion which made the shadows appear light and the highlights dark

In 1861 James Clerk-Maxwell realized that he could photograph a scene three times through a red blue and green filter and project the images on top of each other to create a full-colour image

Finally in 1871 Richard Leach Maddox suspended the silver solution in gelatin creating the dry emulsion which sent photography skyrocketing It was applied first to glass negatives but would later find its way onto the thin plastic film that made photography possible for the public at large

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The Photographic Boom

By 1878 glass plate negatives were being manufactured commercially and in 1880 George Eastman opened what would become the Eastman-Kodak company Within ten years he was producing roll film and in 1900 released the first personal camera the Kodak Brownie In 1907 the Lumiegravere Brothers released the first commercial colour film

Oscar Barnack working for Leitz microscopes pushed camera invention forward in 1914 with the first 35mm camera which was improved upon and released in 1924 as the first Leica camera 1936 saw the introduction of the modern SLR (single-lens reflex camera) as well as the legendary Kodachrome film which finally made colour photography popular Polaroid would release instant black-and-white film in 1948 followed by the colour version in 1963

Students from the Emerson School for GirlsSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

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Unidentified Woman in Nine Oval ViewsSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

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The Digital Takeover

The first digital camera was invented in 1975 by Steve Sasson of Kodak using CCD sensor technology invented by Willard Boyle and George Smith in 1969 The birth of auto focus came with Minoltas Maxxum in 1985 paving the way for the worlds first commercially-available digital SLR ndash Kodaks 13 megapixel DCS-100 which sold in 1991 for $30000 USD Eight years later Nikon would wrestle away Kodaks dominance of the photo industry with the release of the D1 a 27MP model which went for a comparatively modest $6000

In 2003 Canon released the Digital Rebel the first consumer-level DSLR with a price tag under $1000 followed two years later by the first full-frame digital camera the 5D

Adobe hopped on the digital wave with the creation of Photoshop in 1990

A decade later the first camera phone was developed by Sharp in the early years of the new millennium Kodak ceased all production of film cameras in 2004 and even though the variety has been pared down they continue to produce film for the die-hard analog market

In the past ten years the major camera companies have focused their research and development almost entirely on improving their digital technology which has now begun to plateau The possibilities for future ingenuity now lay wide open with endless photographic possibilities waiting just over the horizon

The Reading EstablishmentAttributed to William Henry Fox Talbot (British 1800ndash1877)

Medium Salted paper prints from paper negatives

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Lola MontezSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

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Lemuel ShawSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

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Louis-Jacques-Mandeacute DaguerreJohn Jabez Edwin Mayall (British Oldham Lancashire 1813ndash1901 West Sussex)

Medium Albumen silver print from glass negative

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View Down Brattle Street from the Southworth amp Hawes Studio at 5 12 Tremont Row Boston

Southworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)Medium Daguerreotype

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Interview with Celebrity Photographer Jason Bell Having shot for publications like Vanity Fair Vogue photographed royals and had some of his work submitted into Britainrsquos National Portrait Gallery Jason Bell has cemented his place as one of the foremost portrait photographers of his generation He has published four books and received more accolades than we have room to mention In any case Jasonrsquos work is the gold-standard when it comes to peering past the face and into the soul of subject model or celebrity His work has fascinated us for some time so we interviewed him to learn more about his work and career

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INERVIEW

All images by and copyright of Jason Bell

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How did you become a photographer

I just always was I took pictures a lot as a child and then when I was at school I was given the keys to the school dark room which I remember finding a magical place It just carried on from there

You actually studied Politics Philosophy and Economics at Oxford and as of today you have photographed some of the most powerful individuals on earth from presidents to royals Is there a correlation there

I am a strong believer in researching the people I photograph so I think it helps that my education has given me an understanding of what some of them do

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What was it like to take the official christening photographs of Prince George

It was an honour to be asked Everyone kept telling me beforehand how nervous I would be and that I must be so stressed But I actually felt very relaxed throughout They gave me all the time I needed to prepare and were very friendly and relaxed I enjoyed it

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Many of your photos are part of the permanent collection of the National Portrait Gallery the United Kingdomrsquos official gallery for portraits of historical British people Your work is national history How does this feel

I try not to think of it in those terms but more about what I want to say about the person Irsquom photographing or what I can encourage them to reveal

Are there any portraits of yours in the National Portrait Gallery that stand out as favourites

My favourites tend to be favourites because they are people I have felt a particular connection with or even become friends with I try to do that with everyone I photograph but obviously it happens with some people more than others

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Yoursquove captured a lot of artists and entertainers as well What is it like photographing celebrities

I am lucky in that I photographed some famous people very early on in my career so I got used to it very quickly and it is not something that I find difficult to deal with at all now They are just people like everybody else and usually enjoy being treated as such

You did the movie posters for modern British classic like Billy Elliot and Love Actually How is shooting a movie poster different from capturing a portrait

It tends to be much more art directed so I have less freedom to just do what I want and have to follow a brief more carefully In those instances I try to follow that brief and then give them something in addition that they maybe didnrsquot know they wanted

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Have you ever photographed someone who had maybe been a role model of some kind for you or maybe just admired greatly

Yes - very early on in my career I was sent to Iceland to photograph Bjork I had been listening to that first album of hers all summer and so was a bit of a fan It actually kind of got in the way initially me being a fan and I had to get past that as quickly as possible to find the person I wanted to photograph

What was the most surreal moment you ever experienced during a photography shoot

I was shooting a campaign for the Royal Opera House of a Chinese opera singer called Liping Zhang in a beautiful area near the Mongolian border We were assured the weather would be OK since it was late spring but a freak snowstorm came through so we were all freezing and inappropriately dressed and we had to bundle her up in Chinese army coats to keep her warm and at the last moment there was so much snow we couldnrsquot even drive her to the spot where I wanted to photograph her so in order to get her there we had to rent a camel to put her on

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What advice would you give to amatuer photographers

Many of the students and amateurs who come to see me show me a little bit of everything That is unlikely to get you commissioned when you are starting out So I think itrsquos better to concentrate on one thing and do it very well at the beginning and then when that goes well you can branch out

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Bewitched by BlightA building in ruins hangs together by what seems like threads One of the upper floors sags precariously just inches above the head of a young woman who strolls absent-mindedly with a teddy-bear in hand It seems possible that at any moment the whole structure could come crashing down Lady Luck we presume

Danny Aguirre (danny-aguirre-142) is the PicsArtist responsible for this Photo of the Month entitled Lady Luck Aguirre edited this image to perfection transplanting a young lively and vibrant woman into a world of decay In this manner the photo speaks to us through contrast

Darkly lit ruins once full of life now sit forgotten surrounded by sick yellow skies The deteriorating building bears down on an unwary and carefree youth (Lady Luck) ambling at the mercy of its behemonth broken structure In this peculiar and eerie scene Aguirre captivates his audience while conveying the promise of the unexpected

In an ever-changing world Aguirre has captured the aesthetic beauty of a building that has passed its prime However in its old age the building has become something else entirely a peculiar and curious space open to imaginative interpretation This is perhaps the luck that the young lady pictured in the image and Aguirres audience have stumbled upon an unexpected opportunity to reflect on the present in light of the past Through his creative vision Aguirre allows us to study ourselves and the physical structures we leave behind for future generations

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A Photographerrsquos Guide to the US

The most unique shots in America and where to get them

Kelso San Dunes Mojave Desert

If yoursquore looking for a unique photography opportunity head for the Kelso Sand Dunes - mountainous piles of sand that seem to spring up from nowhere in the middle of the Mojave Desert The tallest dunes can rise up to 650 feet above the surrounding terrain In this setting a well-timed hike might allow you photograph the sunset from a phenomenal vantage point A couple words of caution be sure to take a flashlight in order to get back to your car and never go alone

If you donrsquot make it to the sand dunes dont despair The spectacular darkness of the Mojave desert translates into spectacular nighttime photography With almost no ambient light (apart from the stars and the vague glow over the horizon coming from Las Vegas) the Mojave is the perfect place to experiment with time lapse night shots and double exposures This is a surefire way to snap some fantastic shots

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The Redwood Forests California

If you drive down the west coast of California on Route 1 yoursquoll suddenly find yourself in a magical landscape of trees so tall that you feel like a tiny critter The redwood forests in California are truly a sight to behold and the deep ochre of the tree barks is spectacular to see

Driving through this area is fantastic but make sure that you park up and go exploring with your camera This is one of the best places for nature photography The way the light streams through the canopy in the late afternoon is nothing short of breathtaking a must see for every photographer

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Tucson Arizona

Tucson may not seem like a photographerrsquos haven and if you visit in July when the temperatures soar to over 100 degrees Fahrenheit it certainly wonrsquot feel like it either However the landscape of this often-forgotten city makes for some truly breathtaking sunsets and sunrises where flat land gives way to gorgeous mountains ensconced by sunlight

If you visit Tucson youll also find that it is an unlikely hotbed of culture and art With a history that goes back much further than many of its neighbors in the south west Tucson boasts remarkable architecture historic neighborhoods and museums not to mention the Mission San Xavier del Bac an 18th-century mission that is still functioning Whats more the city has a distinctly Western flavor in light of pervasive Native American and Mexican influences After the sun goes down yoursquoll also find art events and bars alive with music and bonding in a comfy college-town atmosphere which means that you can capture some great shots of people simply being themselves

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DIY Wall Decorations for Kids Room

Artists start young so here we want to show how you can nurture art into a child by decorating his room so he starts seeing and valuing creativity from his early days

This DIY tutorial is so easy to do that if you have elder children you can involve them in the process of making these awsome wall hangings Make a collage in minutes that will be an impressive surprise for everyone and give you a proud piece of original artwork to hang on the wall in your kids room

For this project yoursquoll need a color printer markers scissors glue 2 pieces of ordinary cardboard and 4 equal-sized colorfull cardboards or canvas

Step 1 PrintFind some awesome characters online by either browsing clipart in the PicsArt Shop or googling cartoon images Also print out some basic colors or patterns to cut into shapes If you dont like the color of your background cardboards or canvases you can either color them with paint or print out patterns to make your backgrounds more colorful

Step 2 CutCut out your characters carefully and glue them on cardboard Now cut out the cardboard in the shape of your characters Be sure to cut out shapes for the scenery of your collage like clouds and trees There is no need to glue them on an additional cardboard if you do not want to make them look 3D

Step 3 Create 3D ElementsIdentify some parts of the animals you want to highlight like tails eyes or ears Cut out two of those parts from cardboard and glue one over the other so that the one with patterns stays on top

Step 4 GlueGlue your shapes onto 4 pieces of cardboard Start with the scenery (trees and clouds) then glue on your characters then glue on their cool colored double-layered body parts to make them stand out As a result you will have 3D-like animals or any other items you want

Step 6 Draw Parts and Write MessagesYou can draw some fine elements into your collage using ordinary colorful markers You can also write a message on your collage with a marker Your creations are now ready to make your child smile

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Danielrsquos Twisted Animal Crime LineupGreat artists know how to turn heads with their art and that is certainly the case with PicsArtist of the Month Daniel (n3cr0n0m1c0n) However when he turns heads he turns them into something else Daniel has recently unveiled a series of photos that replace the head of a human body with various animal heads - the only exception being an awesome Star Wars stormtrooper helmet

In each photo of the series Daniels body dons a different head Nevertheless he is shown wearing the same clothes - a leather jacket with a zipper that runs diagonally across his torso into the side of his collar The thing about Danielrsquos photos is that the details of their construction work really well together to create a dark artistic vision with grungy undertones

Despite this odd synergy each photo is posed with a nonchalance that seems to undermine the strangeness of it all every shot displaying the emotional expression of a criminal lineup or mugshot The body takes on a neutral stance and the animal heads stare with vacant expressions as if silently counting the seconds for the camera shutter to click so they can walk off and do something else The overall emotional effect is weird uneasy slightly comic and extremely captivating

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Add Flare to Your PhotosMany photographers spend years trying to capture a glimmering lens flare They invest in expensive lenses and strain to catch the light at just the right angle

Historically and for many photographers lens flare is a vexing light that reflects off the glass of your lens ruining an otherwise brilliant shot However the twinkling beauty of lens flare has transformed it from purely accidental into an artform of its own with many pros spending months trying to perfect their lens flare technique

PicsArt eases this process for you by offering some dazzlingly realistic lens flares that can be inserted during the editing process PicsArt lens flares are also fully customizable so you can integrate them seamlessly into your favorite shots Here we demonstrate four of PicsArtrsquos lens flares in action over the same photo each one offering itrsquos own mesmerizing effect And the best part is all they require is one touch

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8 Killer Tips for Air Show Photography

by Chris Corradino

As temperatures warm up around most of the globe its time to once again welcome the return of Air Show season If youve never attended one before get ready for a thrilling event No matter how many times I photograph these high flying performances the power and precision of the pilots never fails to amaze me While they are an astonishing sight the raw speed of the passing jets can make for a challenging photo opportunity This article includes eight essential tips to help you capture the big event in your area

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TUTORIAL Shooting

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Beat the Crowds

Since much of the 2013 flying season was cancelled due to budget cuts this years shows are expected to smash previous attendance records With more than 150000 people jockeying for a good vantage point its essential you arrive 1-2 hours before the show starts This allows you to set up your gear in a prime location with unobstructed views of the action Before settling on a spot scan the horizon for any distractions that could block your lens The performers usually enter from the left and right with their stunts done at show center

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Lens Options

Air shows are usually several hours in duration and longer lenses can get quite heavy Image

stabilization is a nice feature but a tripod will give your arms a break and allow you to

create sharp images consistently While the majority of my aviation work

is shot with longer lenses I find that wide angle lenses are also

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Camera Settings

In order to freeze the flight of an aircraft travelling over 500 miles per hour youll need a very fast shutter speed For the best results I recommend at least 11000th of a second This is quick enough to stop even the fastest of aircrafts while also preventing camera shaking My exposure is typically around 11000 ISO 400 and f56 These settings are not meant to be exact but merely a starting point Depending on the weather conditions that day adjustments may be necessary

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Autofocus Techniques

Most DSLR cameras feature continuous focusing also known as AI Servo This mode will allow you to track moving subjects Keep your center focusing point over the aircraft with your shutter held halfway down As you follow the plane through your viewfinder the camera will automatically adjust the focus as the aircraft gets closer When you are ready to make an image simply press the shutter all the way down Air Show organizers often arrange photo passes where the pilot flies at a reduced speed Donrsquot get too comfortable though they return to full speed after just a few slow turns

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The Peak of Action

Smoke trails and afterburner effects are great additions to an aviation image Be ready for them as they happen quickly The trails of white smoke are actually created by pumping oil into the exhaust pipe This is particularly interesting when used by an entire formation of planes The patterns of smoke can be used to make for a more artistic composition In addition it adds a bit of contrast to the otherwise plain blue sky I also look to capture the interaction between two planes When pilots are flying side by side with their wings nearly touching a great deal of tension is introduced to the photo By freezing this moment in time you are also showcasing the precision and skill of the daring pilots

Enough Memory

With all of this fast-paced action you will likely burn through many memory cards rapidly I used to bring a portable hard drive with me and download the contents of the card while continuing to shoot This is no longer necessary as large capacity cards of 32GB are now very reasonably priced I like to shoot in RAW format whenever possible However if you are short on memory cards you may want to consider shooting in the LargeFine JPEG format This will allow you to fit more images on the card than RAW

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Capture The Local Color

For an up close look at some of these aircrafts check with your local airport or military base for static displays From the ground you can get a much better look at details like the paint scheme and propellers Depending on the venue you may even be able to climb inside the cockpit Since you will be very close a wide angle lens is the preferred choice here Walk around the entire plane to search for the best angle and create a strong composition

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Capture The Local Color

During the brief pauses in action turn your lens towards the people around you Spectators can often yield some interesting images Maybe its time for a quick selfie as well Pay special attention to any signs that may show the events name These can be used to start and end your gallery of images

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Creative Edits A City on a Back of an AnimalThe PicsArt editor makes really cool editing tricks easily available to anyone who has the will and imagination You can create some really amazing surreal images with PicsArt and to show you what we mean we have created a tutorial on how to raise an entire city on the back of an animal by combining photos and applying effects This tutorial also introduces users to our recently added feature for Android devices which lets users create their own custom clipart Follow these simple steps to become a photo wizard with PicsArt

TUTORIAL Editing

Step 1 Open Your Photo

Upload an animal photo from the Photo section of the main menu Make sure that your photo features a brightly lit animal in front of a dark background

Step 2 Apply the Cinerama Effect to the Main Photo

Select the Effects icon and choose the Cinerama effect from the Fx section of the Effects menu Save and confirm with checkmark

Step 3 Add a New Photo

Select the Add Photo icon and add a photo of the city you want to place on the back of the animal

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Step 4 Apply the Cinerama Effect

Select the top left icon (the Effect icon) from the menu that appears after you add a photo Apply the Cinerama effect just like you did with your main photo

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Step 5 Cut and Create Clipart

Select the Scissors icon from the top menu (ie the Free Crop option) Choose the Lasso option by clicking on the Brush icon Use the lasso to cut out the skyline of your city from the background Press the Save as Clipart button at the top of the screen to save your selection as a clipart image This will save your selection in My Clipart section allowing you to reuse it on any image whenever you need it

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Step 6 Place and Blend the Image

Adjust the size of your city and place it on the back of the animal Select and apply the Lighten blending mode from the menu

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Step 7 Shape Masks

Select the Shape Mask icon and choose a shape to frame your photo Reduce the opacity to around 30 to go with your shot Confirm and save your creation

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How to Draw Amazing Anime

Step by Step Tutorial

Anime has a unique style that has garnered global popularity even fanaticism This tutorial demonstrates how to make your very own anime using PicsArt Drawing Tools and your smart device

See how PicsArt Drawing Tools make drawing fun and easy and use this step by step tutorial to create your very own anime Who knows Maybe one day your anime will become the main character for your own cartoon or comics

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Step 1 Draw the Basic Outline

Draw a basic outline of your anime character using simple strokes in a light blue color so that you will be able to distinguish it from other outlines later on

Step 2 Refine your Outline

Add a new layer and use your previous layer as a guide to draw a more precise outline Delete the layer with the blue outline when finished

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Step 4 Add Color

Use thick colorful brushes to add the basic first layer of colors to your drawing

Step 3 Final Outline

Reduce the opacity and add a new layer for your final outline Trace a final outline using clean and deliberate strokes Make sure you get all of your details exactly right and correct previous mistakes Delete or hide previous outline layer when done

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Step 5 Add Shading

Add a new layer and outline the areas of your drawing you would like to shade Color this outline in black when you are ready

Step 6 Background Color

Reduce the opacity of your shade layer for a more subtle shade Use brighter tones to add lighting and reflection in your drawing Finish your drawing by using a translucent brush to add shading and texture to your background This creates ambiance and gives your anime character that final touch of realism it needs

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Design a Postcard that Encapsulates Summer VacationPicsArt has everything you need to create the perfect postcard using your summer photos With the right combination of masks texts and clipart you can create a professional card that perfectly captures the feelings and images of your fondest summer vacation memories

With this tutorial wersquoll show you an example of how to create a postcard step by step Yoursquoll be surprised at how easy it is to make something look so good in five easy steps

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Step 1 Upload a PhotoUpload a photo from the edit section of the main menu

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Step 2 Add Shape MaskSelect the Shape Mask icon from the menu bar and choose a shape mask that fits your photo best Customize the color size and opacity of the mask

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Step 3 2nd Shape MaskAdd a second Shape Mask with the same color and opacity as your previous one Reverse the mask by checking the box next to Inverse at the bottom right corner

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Step 4 Add TextPress the Text icon to add text to your postcard Add your text line by line to experiment with different fonts sizes and colors

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Step 5 Add ClipartPress the Clipart icon and choose clipart images to add that go with the theme of your postcard Customize the size and color to complete your postcard

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PicsArtist Roxyrsquos Visceral Mobile ArtThe series of abstract portraits created by PicsArtist Roxy HArt (roxyhart) are gripping Not only is her artwork raw and emotionally charged but it is rendered in a unique artistic fashion - all on her mobile phone

At times Roxy mixes her drawings with photography blending the two togehter with a variety of brush strokes and textures Roxy does not hold back when she faces inner anguish as an artist but rather injects this emotion into her work

Nevertheless some of her portraits are less jarring possessing a softer more poetic touch In these portraits her frustration gives way to melancholy as she tones down stark reds and peppers her portraits with faded yellows purples and blues

Not long ago terms like ldquomobile artrdquo were easily dismissed by the fine art mainstream but PicsArtists like Roxy prove that a tablet or smartphone can be just as powerful as a canvas and paintbrush The following collection of portraits by Roxy illustrate that even without the traditional tools mobile artwork retains emotion and authenticity

INSPIRATION Drawing

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WHATS NEW

PicsArtrsquos Exciting New Features for iOS and Android Devices

PicsArt recently released some exciting updates for Android and iOS Most of the new features were available for both platforms but they had their slight differences

The update included two new effects Dodger and Vintage Ivory The former softens your photo with pale colors and ambient lighting while the latter is inspired by vintage color palettes and resolutions but with a new whiter and brighter twist

PicsArt also gave users the ability to customize the colors of PicsArt Masks with a new Hue slider Shape masks offer the opportunity to choose from a variety of shapes to overlay on your photos and they have been made even better recently - by adding the option to customize them by texture in addition to the previously available color and opacity

For a quick fix and speedy share of an image we introduced the Auto Enhance tool which automatically brings you the basic best version of your image while still allowing you to customize in small ways

In addition to these commonly shared updates the two platforms have some differences as well iOS users can now customize their collages by adjusting the inner borders and can choose from a whole new variety of pre-made grids iOS users will also be excited about our updates in the Social Network as written tags and usernames written out in comments or photo descriptions now automatically become links to what they are referencing This will make it easier for users to discover each other as well as trending tags

Donrsquot worry Android users you have some cool stuff too We know that photo stealing has become an issue in our network so we have removed the save option for photos Now only photos that have freetoedit tag can be saved and reused by others If you do not tag your miages with that tag no one will be able to save them We hope that this will help prevent photo theft and preserve the artistic rights of our creative userbase

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A Brief Introduction to Photo History

Although photography as we know it is among the youngest of the major art forms its history can be traced back to ancient times Chinese philosopher Mo-Zi discussed the principles of a camera obscura in the 4th or 5th century BCE For two thousand years it was known as a small dark room (or box) with a tiny hole in one wall through which light shone and projected an inverted image

During the late 1500s Giambattista della Portia perfected its design by adding a convex lens to the hole making a sharper more detailed image Camera obscuras allowed artists to trace a scene in ink for a more faithful reproduction

The Early Days of Image Processing

The 18th and 19th centuries saw a multitude of methods for image processing and creation In 1727 Johann Schulze mixed chalk silver and nitric acid - a very early photosensitive compound - noting that one side of the flask darkened when exposed to sunlight In 1816 Joseph Niceacutephore Nieacutepce created the worlds first photograph by coating a metal plate in a silver chloride solution and exposing it to light for 8 hours However he did not discover a way of permanently fixing

the image for another decadeWilliam Henry Fox Talbot applied Nieacutepces recipe to paper in 1834 fixing the images with a salt solution and eventually patenting the first paper negative as the ldquoCalotyperdquo in 1841

Meanwhile Louis Daguerre was creating the Daguerrotype by coating copper sheets in silver iodide creating a metal negative which he developed in a solution of mercury These two inventions lead to the creation of photography To that end on August 19 1839 the French government publicly acknowledged the invention of photography

The first glass negative was made by Frederick Scott Archer in 1851 using a wet plate collodion process During the 1850s the tintype photograph emerged this made the negative image appear positive by exposing it onto a dark-coloured metal sheet coated with collodion which made the shadows appear light and the highlights dark

In 1861 James Clerk-Maxwell realized that he could photograph a scene three times through a red blue and green filter and project the images on top of each other to create a full-colour image

Finally in 1871 Richard Leach Maddox suspended the silver solution in gelatin creating the dry emulsion which sent photography skyrocketing It was applied first to glass negatives but would later find its way onto the thin plastic film that made photography possible for the public at large

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The Photographic Boom

By 1878 glass plate negatives were being manufactured commercially and in 1880 George Eastman opened what would become the Eastman-Kodak company Within ten years he was producing roll film and in 1900 released the first personal camera the Kodak Brownie In 1907 the Lumiegravere Brothers released the first commercial colour film

Oscar Barnack working for Leitz microscopes pushed camera invention forward in 1914 with the first 35mm camera which was improved upon and released in 1924 as the first Leica camera 1936 saw the introduction of the modern SLR (single-lens reflex camera) as well as the legendary Kodachrome film which finally made colour photography popular Polaroid would release instant black-and-white film in 1948 followed by the colour version in 1963

Students from the Emerson School for GirlsSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

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Unidentified Woman in Nine Oval ViewsSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

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The Digital Takeover

The first digital camera was invented in 1975 by Steve Sasson of Kodak using CCD sensor technology invented by Willard Boyle and George Smith in 1969 The birth of auto focus came with Minoltas Maxxum in 1985 paving the way for the worlds first commercially-available digital SLR ndash Kodaks 13 megapixel DCS-100 which sold in 1991 for $30000 USD Eight years later Nikon would wrestle away Kodaks dominance of the photo industry with the release of the D1 a 27MP model which went for a comparatively modest $6000

In 2003 Canon released the Digital Rebel the first consumer-level DSLR with a price tag under $1000 followed two years later by the first full-frame digital camera the 5D

Adobe hopped on the digital wave with the creation of Photoshop in 1990

A decade later the first camera phone was developed by Sharp in the early years of the new millennium Kodak ceased all production of film cameras in 2004 and even though the variety has been pared down they continue to produce film for the die-hard analog market

In the past ten years the major camera companies have focused their research and development almost entirely on improving their digital technology which has now begun to plateau The possibilities for future ingenuity now lay wide open with endless photographic possibilities waiting just over the horizon

The Reading EstablishmentAttributed to William Henry Fox Talbot (British 1800ndash1877)

Medium Salted paper prints from paper negatives

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Lola MontezSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

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Lemuel ShawSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

Medium Daguerreotype

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Louis-Jacques-Mandeacute DaguerreJohn Jabez Edwin Mayall (British Oldham Lancashire 1813ndash1901 West Sussex)

Medium Albumen silver print from glass negative

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View Down Brattle Street from the Southworth amp Hawes Studio at 5 12 Tremont Row Boston

Southworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)Medium Daguerreotype

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Interview with Celebrity Photographer Jason Bell Having shot for publications like Vanity Fair Vogue photographed royals and had some of his work submitted into Britainrsquos National Portrait Gallery Jason Bell has cemented his place as one of the foremost portrait photographers of his generation He has published four books and received more accolades than we have room to mention In any case Jasonrsquos work is the gold-standard when it comes to peering past the face and into the soul of subject model or celebrity His work has fascinated us for some time so we interviewed him to learn more about his work and career

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INERVIEW

All images by and copyright of Jason Bell

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How did you become a photographer

I just always was I took pictures a lot as a child and then when I was at school I was given the keys to the school dark room which I remember finding a magical place It just carried on from there

You actually studied Politics Philosophy and Economics at Oxford and as of today you have photographed some of the most powerful individuals on earth from presidents to royals Is there a correlation there

I am a strong believer in researching the people I photograph so I think it helps that my education has given me an understanding of what some of them do

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What was it like to take the official christening photographs of Prince George

It was an honour to be asked Everyone kept telling me beforehand how nervous I would be and that I must be so stressed But I actually felt very relaxed throughout They gave me all the time I needed to prepare and were very friendly and relaxed I enjoyed it

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Many of your photos are part of the permanent collection of the National Portrait Gallery the United Kingdomrsquos official gallery for portraits of historical British people Your work is national history How does this feel

I try not to think of it in those terms but more about what I want to say about the person Irsquom photographing or what I can encourage them to reveal

Are there any portraits of yours in the National Portrait Gallery that stand out as favourites

My favourites tend to be favourites because they are people I have felt a particular connection with or even become friends with I try to do that with everyone I photograph but obviously it happens with some people more than others

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Yoursquove captured a lot of artists and entertainers as well What is it like photographing celebrities

I am lucky in that I photographed some famous people very early on in my career so I got used to it very quickly and it is not something that I find difficult to deal with at all now They are just people like everybody else and usually enjoy being treated as such

You did the movie posters for modern British classic like Billy Elliot and Love Actually How is shooting a movie poster different from capturing a portrait

It tends to be much more art directed so I have less freedom to just do what I want and have to follow a brief more carefully In those instances I try to follow that brief and then give them something in addition that they maybe didnrsquot know they wanted

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Have you ever photographed someone who had maybe been a role model of some kind for you or maybe just admired greatly

Yes - very early on in my career I was sent to Iceland to photograph Bjork I had been listening to that first album of hers all summer and so was a bit of a fan It actually kind of got in the way initially me being a fan and I had to get past that as quickly as possible to find the person I wanted to photograph

What was the most surreal moment you ever experienced during a photography shoot

I was shooting a campaign for the Royal Opera House of a Chinese opera singer called Liping Zhang in a beautiful area near the Mongolian border We were assured the weather would be OK since it was late spring but a freak snowstorm came through so we were all freezing and inappropriately dressed and we had to bundle her up in Chinese army coats to keep her warm and at the last moment there was so much snow we couldnrsquot even drive her to the spot where I wanted to photograph her so in order to get her there we had to rent a camel to put her on

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What advice would you give to amatuer photographers

Many of the students and amateurs who come to see me show me a little bit of everything That is unlikely to get you commissioned when you are starting out So I think itrsquos better to concentrate on one thing and do it very well at the beginning and then when that goes well you can branch out

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Bewitched by BlightA building in ruins hangs together by what seems like threads One of the upper floors sags precariously just inches above the head of a young woman who strolls absent-mindedly with a teddy-bear in hand It seems possible that at any moment the whole structure could come crashing down Lady Luck we presume

Danny Aguirre (danny-aguirre-142) is the PicsArtist responsible for this Photo of the Month entitled Lady Luck Aguirre edited this image to perfection transplanting a young lively and vibrant woman into a world of decay In this manner the photo speaks to us through contrast

Darkly lit ruins once full of life now sit forgotten surrounded by sick yellow skies The deteriorating building bears down on an unwary and carefree youth (Lady Luck) ambling at the mercy of its behemonth broken structure In this peculiar and eerie scene Aguirre captivates his audience while conveying the promise of the unexpected

In an ever-changing world Aguirre has captured the aesthetic beauty of a building that has passed its prime However in its old age the building has become something else entirely a peculiar and curious space open to imaginative interpretation This is perhaps the luck that the young lady pictured in the image and Aguirres audience have stumbled upon an unexpected opportunity to reflect on the present in light of the past Through his creative vision Aguirre allows us to study ourselves and the physical structures we leave behind for future generations

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A Photographerrsquos Guide to the US

The most unique shots in America and where to get them

Kelso San Dunes Mojave Desert

If yoursquore looking for a unique photography opportunity head for the Kelso Sand Dunes - mountainous piles of sand that seem to spring up from nowhere in the middle of the Mojave Desert The tallest dunes can rise up to 650 feet above the surrounding terrain In this setting a well-timed hike might allow you photograph the sunset from a phenomenal vantage point A couple words of caution be sure to take a flashlight in order to get back to your car and never go alone

If you donrsquot make it to the sand dunes dont despair The spectacular darkness of the Mojave desert translates into spectacular nighttime photography With almost no ambient light (apart from the stars and the vague glow over the horizon coming from Las Vegas) the Mojave is the perfect place to experiment with time lapse night shots and double exposures This is a surefire way to snap some fantastic shots

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The Redwood Forests California

If you drive down the west coast of California on Route 1 yoursquoll suddenly find yourself in a magical landscape of trees so tall that you feel like a tiny critter The redwood forests in California are truly a sight to behold and the deep ochre of the tree barks is spectacular to see

Driving through this area is fantastic but make sure that you park up and go exploring with your camera This is one of the best places for nature photography The way the light streams through the canopy in the late afternoon is nothing short of breathtaking a must see for every photographer

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Tucson Arizona

Tucson may not seem like a photographerrsquos haven and if you visit in July when the temperatures soar to over 100 degrees Fahrenheit it certainly wonrsquot feel like it either However the landscape of this often-forgotten city makes for some truly breathtaking sunsets and sunrises where flat land gives way to gorgeous mountains ensconced by sunlight

If you visit Tucson youll also find that it is an unlikely hotbed of culture and art With a history that goes back much further than many of its neighbors in the south west Tucson boasts remarkable architecture historic neighborhoods and museums not to mention the Mission San Xavier del Bac an 18th-century mission that is still functioning Whats more the city has a distinctly Western flavor in light of pervasive Native American and Mexican influences After the sun goes down yoursquoll also find art events and bars alive with music and bonding in a comfy college-town atmosphere which means that you can capture some great shots of people simply being themselves

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DIY Wall Decorations for Kids Room

Artists start young so here we want to show how you can nurture art into a child by decorating his room so he starts seeing and valuing creativity from his early days

This DIY tutorial is so easy to do that if you have elder children you can involve them in the process of making these awsome wall hangings Make a collage in minutes that will be an impressive surprise for everyone and give you a proud piece of original artwork to hang on the wall in your kids room

For this project yoursquoll need a color printer markers scissors glue 2 pieces of ordinary cardboard and 4 equal-sized colorfull cardboards or canvas

Step 1 PrintFind some awesome characters online by either browsing clipart in the PicsArt Shop or googling cartoon images Also print out some basic colors or patterns to cut into shapes If you dont like the color of your background cardboards or canvases you can either color them with paint or print out patterns to make your backgrounds more colorful

Step 2 CutCut out your characters carefully and glue them on cardboard Now cut out the cardboard in the shape of your characters Be sure to cut out shapes for the scenery of your collage like clouds and trees There is no need to glue them on an additional cardboard if you do not want to make them look 3D

Step 3 Create 3D ElementsIdentify some parts of the animals you want to highlight like tails eyes or ears Cut out two of those parts from cardboard and glue one over the other so that the one with patterns stays on top

Step 4 GlueGlue your shapes onto 4 pieces of cardboard Start with the scenery (trees and clouds) then glue on your characters then glue on their cool colored double-layered body parts to make them stand out As a result you will have 3D-like animals or any other items you want

Step 6 Draw Parts and Write MessagesYou can draw some fine elements into your collage using ordinary colorful markers You can also write a message on your collage with a marker Your creations are now ready to make your child smile

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Danielrsquos Twisted Animal Crime LineupGreat artists know how to turn heads with their art and that is certainly the case with PicsArtist of the Month Daniel (n3cr0n0m1c0n) However when he turns heads he turns them into something else Daniel has recently unveiled a series of photos that replace the head of a human body with various animal heads - the only exception being an awesome Star Wars stormtrooper helmet

In each photo of the series Daniels body dons a different head Nevertheless he is shown wearing the same clothes - a leather jacket with a zipper that runs diagonally across his torso into the side of his collar The thing about Danielrsquos photos is that the details of their construction work really well together to create a dark artistic vision with grungy undertones

Despite this odd synergy each photo is posed with a nonchalance that seems to undermine the strangeness of it all every shot displaying the emotional expression of a criminal lineup or mugshot The body takes on a neutral stance and the animal heads stare with vacant expressions as if silently counting the seconds for the camera shutter to click so they can walk off and do something else The overall emotional effect is weird uneasy slightly comic and extremely captivating

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Add Flare to Your PhotosMany photographers spend years trying to capture a glimmering lens flare They invest in expensive lenses and strain to catch the light at just the right angle

Historically and for many photographers lens flare is a vexing light that reflects off the glass of your lens ruining an otherwise brilliant shot However the twinkling beauty of lens flare has transformed it from purely accidental into an artform of its own with many pros spending months trying to perfect their lens flare technique

PicsArt eases this process for you by offering some dazzlingly realistic lens flares that can be inserted during the editing process PicsArt lens flares are also fully customizable so you can integrate them seamlessly into your favorite shots Here we demonstrate four of PicsArtrsquos lens flares in action over the same photo each one offering itrsquos own mesmerizing effect And the best part is all they require is one touch

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PICSART IN ACTION

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8 Killer Tips for Air Show Photography

by Chris Corradino

As temperatures warm up around most of the globe its time to once again welcome the return of Air Show season If youve never attended one before get ready for a thrilling event No matter how many times I photograph these high flying performances the power and precision of the pilots never fails to amaze me While they are an astonishing sight the raw speed of the passing jets can make for a challenging photo opportunity This article includes eight essential tips to help you capture the big event in your area

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TUTORIAL Shooting

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Beat the Crowds

Since much of the 2013 flying season was cancelled due to budget cuts this years shows are expected to smash previous attendance records With more than 150000 people jockeying for a good vantage point its essential you arrive 1-2 hours before the show starts This allows you to set up your gear in a prime location with unobstructed views of the action Before settling on a spot scan the horizon for any distractions that could block your lens The performers usually enter from the left and right with their stunts done at show center

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Lens Options

Air shows are usually several hours in duration and longer lenses can get quite heavy Image

stabilization is a nice feature but a tripod will give your arms a break and allow you to

create sharp images consistently While the majority of my aviation work

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Camera Settings

In order to freeze the flight of an aircraft travelling over 500 miles per hour youll need a very fast shutter speed For the best results I recommend at least 11000th of a second This is quick enough to stop even the fastest of aircrafts while also preventing camera shaking My exposure is typically around 11000 ISO 400 and f56 These settings are not meant to be exact but merely a starting point Depending on the weather conditions that day adjustments may be necessary

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Autofocus Techniques

Most DSLR cameras feature continuous focusing also known as AI Servo This mode will allow you to track moving subjects Keep your center focusing point over the aircraft with your shutter held halfway down As you follow the plane through your viewfinder the camera will automatically adjust the focus as the aircraft gets closer When you are ready to make an image simply press the shutter all the way down Air Show organizers often arrange photo passes where the pilot flies at a reduced speed Donrsquot get too comfortable though they return to full speed after just a few slow turns

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The Peak of Action

Smoke trails and afterburner effects are great additions to an aviation image Be ready for them as they happen quickly The trails of white smoke are actually created by pumping oil into the exhaust pipe This is particularly interesting when used by an entire formation of planes The patterns of smoke can be used to make for a more artistic composition In addition it adds a bit of contrast to the otherwise plain blue sky I also look to capture the interaction between two planes When pilots are flying side by side with their wings nearly touching a great deal of tension is introduced to the photo By freezing this moment in time you are also showcasing the precision and skill of the daring pilots

Enough Memory

With all of this fast-paced action you will likely burn through many memory cards rapidly I used to bring a portable hard drive with me and download the contents of the card while continuing to shoot This is no longer necessary as large capacity cards of 32GB are now very reasonably priced I like to shoot in RAW format whenever possible However if you are short on memory cards you may want to consider shooting in the LargeFine JPEG format This will allow you to fit more images on the card than RAW

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Capture The Local Color

For an up close look at some of these aircrafts check with your local airport or military base for static displays From the ground you can get a much better look at details like the paint scheme and propellers Depending on the venue you may even be able to climb inside the cockpit Since you will be very close a wide angle lens is the preferred choice here Walk around the entire plane to search for the best angle and create a strong composition

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Capture The Local Color

During the brief pauses in action turn your lens towards the people around you Spectators can often yield some interesting images Maybe its time for a quick selfie as well Pay special attention to any signs that may show the events name These can be used to start and end your gallery of images

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Creative Edits A City on a Back of an AnimalThe PicsArt editor makes really cool editing tricks easily available to anyone who has the will and imagination You can create some really amazing surreal images with PicsArt and to show you what we mean we have created a tutorial on how to raise an entire city on the back of an animal by combining photos and applying effects This tutorial also introduces users to our recently added feature for Android devices which lets users create their own custom clipart Follow these simple steps to become a photo wizard with PicsArt

TUTORIAL Editing

Step 1 Open Your Photo

Upload an animal photo from the Photo section of the main menu Make sure that your photo features a brightly lit animal in front of a dark background

Step 2 Apply the Cinerama Effect to the Main Photo

Select the Effects icon and choose the Cinerama effect from the Fx section of the Effects menu Save and confirm with checkmark

Step 3 Add a New Photo

Select the Add Photo icon and add a photo of the city you want to place on the back of the animal

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Step 4 Apply the Cinerama Effect

Select the top left icon (the Effect icon) from the menu that appears after you add a photo Apply the Cinerama effect just like you did with your main photo

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Step 5 Cut and Create Clipart

Select the Scissors icon from the top menu (ie the Free Crop option) Choose the Lasso option by clicking on the Brush icon Use the lasso to cut out the skyline of your city from the background Press the Save as Clipart button at the top of the screen to save your selection as a clipart image This will save your selection in My Clipart section allowing you to reuse it on any image whenever you need it

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Step 6 Place and Blend the Image

Adjust the size of your city and place it on the back of the animal Select and apply the Lighten blending mode from the menu

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Step 7 Shape Masks

Select the Shape Mask icon and choose a shape to frame your photo Reduce the opacity to around 30 to go with your shot Confirm and save your creation

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How to Draw Amazing Anime

Step by Step Tutorial

Anime has a unique style that has garnered global popularity even fanaticism This tutorial demonstrates how to make your very own anime using PicsArt Drawing Tools and your smart device

See how PicsArt Drawing Tools make drawing fun and easy and use this step by step tutorial to create your very own anime Who knows Maybe one day your anime will become the main character for your own cartoon or comics

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Step 1 Draw the Basic Outline

Draw a basic outline of your anime character using simple strokes in a light blue color so that you will be able to distinguish it from other outlines later on

Step 2 Refine your Outline

Add a new layer and use your previous layer as a guide to draw a more precise outline Delete the layer with the blue outline when finished

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Step 4 Add Color

Use thick colorful brushes to add the basic first layer of colors to your drawing

Step 3 Final Outline

Reduce the opacity and add a new layer for your final outline Trace a final outline using clean and deliberate strokes Make sure you get all of your details exactly right and correct previous mistakes Delete or hide previous outline layer when done

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Step 5 Add Shading

Add a new layer and outline the areas of your drawing you would like to shade Color this outline in black when you are ready

Step 6 Background Color

Reduce the opacity of your shade layer for a more subtle shade Use brighter tones to add lighting and reflection in your drawing Finish your drawing by using a translucent brush to add shading and texture to your background This creates ambiance and gives your anime character that final touch of realism it needs

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Design a Postcard that Encapsulates Summer VacationPicsArt has everything you need to create the perfect postcard using your summer photos With the right combination of masks texts and clipart you can create a professional card that perfectly captures the feelings and images of your fondest summer vacation memories

With this tutorial wersquoll show you an example of how to create a postcard step by step Yoursquoll be surprised at how easy it is to make something look so good in five easy steps

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Step 1 Upload a PhotoUpload a photo from the edit section of the main menu

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Step 2 Add Shape MaskSelect the Shape Mask icon from the menu bar and choose a shape mask that fits your photo best Customize the color size and opacity of the mask

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Step 3 2nd Shape MaskAdd a second Shape Mask with the same color and opacity as your previous one Reverse the mask by checking the box next to Inverse at the bottom right corner

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Step 4 Add TextPress the Text icon to add text to your postcard Add your text line by line to experiment with different fonts sizes and colors

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Step 5 Add ClipartPress the Clipart icon and choose clipart images to add that go with the theme of your postcard Customize the size and color to complete your postcard

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PicsArtist Roxyrsquos Visceral Mobile ArtThe series of abstract portraits created by PicsArtist Roxy HArt (roxyhart) are gripping Not only is her artwork raw and emotionally charged but it is rendered in a unique artistic fashion - all on her mobile phone

At times Roxy mixes her drawings with photography blending the two togehter with a variety of brush strokes and textures Roxy does not hold back when she faces inner anguish as an artist but rather injects this emotion into her work

Nevertheless some of her portraits are less jarring possessing a softer more poetic touch In these portraits her frustration gives way to melancholy as she tones down stark reds and peppers her portraits with faded yellows purples and blues

Not long ago terms like ldquomobile artrdquo were easily dismissed by the fine art mainstream but PicsArtists like Roxy prove that a tablet or smartphone can be just as powerful as a canvas and paintbrush The following collection of portraits by Roxy illustrate that even without the traditional tools mobile artwork retains emotion and authenticity

INSPIRATION Drawing

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WHATS NEW

PicsArtrsquos Exciting New Features for iOS and Android Devices

PicsArt recently released some exciting updates for Android and iOS Most of the new features were available for both platforms but they had their slight differences

The update included two new effects Dodger and Vintage Ivory The former softens your photo with pale colors and ambient lighting while the latter is inspired by vintage color palettes and resolutions but with a new whiter and brighter twist

PicsArt also gave users the ability to customize the colors of PicsArt Masks with a new Hue slider Shape masks offer the opportunity to choose from a variety of shapes to overlay on your photos and they have been made even better recently - by adding the option to customize them by texture in addition to the previously available color and opacity

For a quick fix and speedy share of an image we introduced the Auto Enhance tool which automatically brings you the basic best version of your image while still allowing you to customize in small ways

In addition to these commonly shared updates the two platforms have some differences as well iOS users can now customize their collages by adjusting the inner borders and can choose from a whole new variety of pre-made grids iOS users will also be excited about our updates in the Social Network as written tags and usernames written out in comments or photo descriptions now automatically become links to what they are referencing This will make it easier for users to discover each other as well as trending tags

Donrsquot worry Android users you have some cool stuff too We know that photo stealing has become an issue in our network so we have removed the save option for photos Now only photos that have freetoedit tag can be saved and reused by others If you do not tag your miages with that tag no one will be able to save them We hope that this will help prevent photo theft and preserve the artistic rights of our creative userbase

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A Brief Introduction to Photo History

Although photography as we know it is among the youngest of the major art forms its history can be traced back to ancient times Chinese philosopher Mo-Zi discussed the principles of a camera obscura in the 4th or 5th century BCE For two thousand years it was known as a small dark room (or box) with a tiny hole in one wall through which light shone and projected an inverted image

During the late 1500s Giambattista della Portia perfected its design by adding a convex lens to the hole making a sharper more detailed image Camera obscuras allowed artists to trace a scene in ink for a more faithful reproduction

The Early Days of Image Processing

The 18th and 19th centuries saw a multitude of methods for image processing and creation In 1727 Johann Schulze mixed chalk silver and nitric acid - a very early photosensitive compound - noting that one side of the flask darkened when exposed to sunlight In 1816 Joseph Niceacutephore Nieacutepce created the worlds first photograph by coating a metal plate in a silver chloride solution and exposing it to light for 8 hours However he did not discover a way of permanently fixing

the image for another decadeWilliam Henry Fox Talbot applied Nieacutepces recipe to paper in 1834 fixing the images with a salt solution and eventually patenting the first paper negative as the ldquoCalotyperdquo in 1841

Meanwhile Louis Daguerre was creating the Daguerrotype by coating copper sheets in silver iodide creating a metal negative which he developed in a solution of mercury These two inventions lead to the creation of photography To that end on August 19 1839 the French government publicly acknowledged the invention of photography

The first glass negative was made by Frederick Scott Archer in 1851 using a wet plate collodion process During the 1850s the tintype photograph emerged this made the negative image appear positive by exposing it onto a dark-coloured metal sheet coated with collodion which made the shadows appear light and the highlights dark

In 1861 James Clerk-Maxwell realized that he could photograph a scene three times through a red blue and green filter and project the images on top of each other to create a full-colour image

Finally in 1871 Richard Leach Maddox suspended the silver solution in gelatin creating the dry emulsion which sent photography skyrocketing It was applied first to glass negatives but would later find its way onto the thin plastic film that made photography possible for the public at large

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The Photographic Boom

By 1878 glass plate negatives were being manufactured commercially and in 1880 George Eastman opened what would become the Eastman-Kodak company Within ten years he was producing roll film and in 1900 released the first personal camera the Kodak Brownie In 1907 the Lumiegravere Brothers released the first commercial colour film

Oscar Barnack working for Leitz microscopes pushed camera invention forward in 1914 with the first 35mm camera which was improved upon and released in 1924 as the first Leica camera 1936 saw the introduction of the modern SLR (single-lens reflex camera) as well as the legendary Kodachrome film which finally made colour photography popular Polaroid would release instant black-and-white film in 1948 followed by the colour version in 1963

Students from the Emerson School for GirlsSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

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Unidentified Woman in Nine Oval ViewsSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

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The Digital Takeover

The first digital camera was invented in 1975 by Steve Sasson of Kodak using CCD sensor technology invented by Willard Boyle and George Smith in 1969 The birth of auto focus came with Minoltas Maxxum in 1985 paving the way for the worlds first commercially-available digital SLR ndash Kodaks 13 megapixel DCS-100 which sold in 1991 for $30000 USD Eight years later Nikon would wrestle away Kodaks dominance of the photo industry with the release of the D1 a 27MP model which went for a comparatively modest $6000

In 2003 Canon released the Digital Rebel the first consumer-level DSLR with a price tag under $1000 followed two years later by the first full-frame digital camera the 5D

Adobe hopped on the digital wave with the creation of Photoshop in 1990

A decade later the first camera phone was developed by Sharp in the early years of the new millennium Kodak ceased all production of film cameras in 2004 and even though the variety has been pared down they continue to produce film for the die-hard analog market

In the past ten years the major camera companies have focused their research and development almost entirely on improving their digital technology which has now begun to plateau The possibilities for future ingenuity now lay wide open with endless photographic possibilities waiting just over the horizon

The Reading EstablishmentAttributed to William Henry Fox Talbot (British 1800ndash1877)

Medium Salted paper prints from paper negatives

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Lola MontezSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

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Lemuel ShawSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

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Louis-Jacques-Mandeacute DaguerreJohn Jabez Edwin Mayall (British Oldham Lancashire 1813ndash1901 West Sussex)

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View Down Brattle Street from the Southworth amp Hawes Studio at 5 12 Tremont Row Boston

Southworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)Medium Daguerreotype

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Interview with Celebrity Photographer Jason Bell Having shot for publications like Vanity Fair Vogue photographed royals and had some of his work submitted into Britainrsquos National Portrait Gallery Jason Bell has cemented his place as one of the foremost portrait photographers of his generation He has published four books and received more accolades than we have room to mention In any case Jasonrsquos work is the gold-standard when it comes to peering past the face and into the soul of subject model or celebrity His work has fascinated us for some time so we interviewed him to learn more about his work and career

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INERVIEW

All images by and copyright of Jason Bell

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How did you become a photographer

I just always was I took pictures a lot as a child and then when I was at school I was given the keys to the school dark room which I remember finding a magical place It just carried on from there

You actually studied Politics Philosophy and Economics at Oxford and as of today you have photographed some of the most powerful individuals on earth from presidents to royals Is there a correlation there

I am a strong believer in researching the people I photograph so I think it helps that my education has given me an understanding of what some of them do

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What was it like to take the official christening photographs of Prince George

It was an honour to be asked Everyone kept telling me beforehand how nervous I would be and that I must be so stressed But I actually felt very relaxed throughout They gave me all the time I needed to prepare and were very friendly and relaxed I enjoyed it

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Many of your photos are part of the permanent collection of the National Portrait Gallery the United Kingdomrsquos official gallery for portraits of historical British people Your work is national history How does this feel

I try not to think of it in those terms but more about what I want to say about the person Irsquom photographing or what I can encourage them to reveal

Are there any portraits of yours in the National Portrait Gallery that stand out as favourites

My favourites tend to be favourites because they are people I have felt a particular connection with or even become friends with I try to do that with everyone I photograph but obviously it happens with some people more than others

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Yoursquove captured a lot of artists and entertainers as well What is it like photographing celebrities

I am lucky in that I photographed some famous people very early on in my career so I got used to it very quickly and it is not something that I find difficult to deal with at all now They are just people like everybody else and usually enjoy being treated as such

You did the movie posters for modern British classic like Billy Elliot and Love Actually How is shooting a movie poster different from capturing a portrait

It tends to be much more art directed so I have less freedom to just do what I want and have to follow a brief more carefully In those instances I try to follow that brief and then give them something in addition that they maybe didnrsquot know they wanted

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Have you ever photographed someone who had maybe been a role model of some kind for you or maybe just admired greatly

Yes - very early on in my career I was sent to Iceland to photograph Bjork I had been listening to that first album of hers all summer and so was a bit of a fan It actually kind of got in the way initially me being a fan and I had to get past that as quickly as possible to find the person I wanted to photograph

What was the most surreal moment you ever experienced during a photography shoot

I was shooting a campaign for the Royal Opera House of a Chinese opera singer called Liping Zhang in a beautiful area near the Mongolian border We were assured the weather would be OK since it was late spring but a freak snowstorm came through so we were all freezing and inappropriately dressed and we had to bundle her up in Chinese army coats to keep her warm and at the last moment there was so much snow we couldnrsquot even drive her to the spot where I wanted to photograph her so in order to get her there we had to rent a camel to put her on

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What advice would you give to amatuer photographers

Many of the students and amateurs who come to see me show me a little bit of everything That is unlikely to get you commissioned when you are starting out So I think itrsquos better to concentrate on one thing and do it very well at the beginning and then when that goes well you can branch out

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Bewitched by BlightA building in ruins hangs together by what seems like threads One of the upper floors sags precariously just inches above the head of a young woman who strolls absent-mindedly with a teddy-bear in hand It seems possible that at any moment the whole structure could come crashing down Lady Luck we presume

Danny Aguirre (danny-aguirre-142) is the PicsArtist responsible for this Photo of the Month entitled Lady Luck Aguirre edited this image to perfection transplanting a young lively and vibrant woman into a world of decay In this manner the photo speaks to us through contrast

Darkly lit ruins once full of life now sit forgotten surrounded by sick yellow skies The deteriorating building bears down on an unwary and carefree youth (Lady Luck) ambling at the mercy of its behemonth broken structure In this peculiar and eerie scene Aguirre captivates his audience while conveying the promise of the unexpected

In an ever-changing world Aguirre has captured the aesthetic beauty of a building that has passed its prime However in its old age the building has become something else entirely a peculiar and curious space open to imaginative interpretation This is perhaps the luck that the young lady pictured in the image and Aguirres audience have stumbled upon an unexpected opportunity to reflect on the present in light of the past Through his creative vision Aguirre allows us to study ourselves and the physical structures we leave behind for future generations

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A Photographerrsquos Guide to the US

The most unique shots in America and where to get them

Kelso San Dunes Mojave Desert

If yoursquore looking for a unique photography opportunity head for the Kelso Sand Dunes - mountainous piles of sand that seem to spring up from nowhere in the middle of the Mojave Desert The tallest dunes can rise up to 650 feet above the surrounding terrain In this setting a well-timed hike might allow you photograph the sunset from a phenomenal vantage point A couple words of caution be sure to take a flashlight in order to get back to your car and never go alone

If you donrsquot make it to the sand dunes dont despair The spectacular darkness of the Mojave desert translates into spectacular nighttime photography With almost no ambient light (apart from the stars and the vague glow over the horizon coming from Las Vegas) the Mojave is the perfect place to experiment with time lapse night shots and double exposures This is a surefire way to snap some fantastic shots

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The Redwood Forests California

If you drive down the west coast of California on Route 1 yoursquoll suddenly find yourself in a magical landscape of trees so tall that you feel like a tiny critter The redwood forests in California are truly a sight to behold and the deep ochre of the tree barks is spectacular to see

Driving through this area is fantastic but make sure that you park up and go exploring with your camera This is one of the best places for nature photography The way the light streams through the canopy in the late afternoon is nothing short of breathtaking a must see for every photographer

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Tucson Arizona

Tucson may not seem like a photographerrsquos haven and if you visit in July when the temperatures soar to over 100 degrees Fahrenheit it certainly wonrsquot feel like it either However the landscape of this often-forgotten city makes for some truly breathtaking sunsets and sunrises where flat land gives way to gorgeous mountains ensconced by sunlight

If you visit Tucson youll also find that it is an unlikely hotbed of culture and art With a history that goes back much further than many of its neighbors in the south west Tucson boasts remarkable architecture historic neighborhoods and museums not to mention the Mission San Xavier del Bac an 18th-century mission that is still functioning Whats more the city has a distinctly Western flavor in light of pervasive Native American and Mexican influences After the sun goes down yoursquoll also find art events and bars alive with music and bonding in a comfy college-town atmosphere which means that you can capture some great shots of people simply being themselves

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DIY Wall Decorations for Kids Room

Artists start young so here we want to show how you can nurture art into a child by decorating his room so he starts seeing and valuing creativity from his early days

This DIY tutorial is so easy to do that if you have elder children you can involve them in the process of making these awsome wall hangings Make a collage in minutes that will be an impressive surprise for everyone and give you a proud piece of original artwork to hang on the wall in your kids room

For this project yoursquoll need a color printer markers scissors glue 2 pieces of ordinary cardboard and 4 equal-sized colorfull cardboards or canvas

Step 1 PrintFind some awesome characters online by either browsing clipart in the PicsArt Shop or googling cartoon images Also print out some basic colors or patterns to cut into shapes If you dont like the color of your background cardboards or canvases you can either color them with paint or print out patterns to make your backgrounds more colorful

Step 2 CutCut out your characters carefully and glue them on cardboard Now cut out the cardboard in the shape of your characters Be sure to cut out shapes for the scenery of your collage like clouds and trees There is no need to glue them on an additional cardboard if you do not want to make them look 3D

Step 3 Create 3D ElementsIdentify some parts of the animals you want to highlight like tails eyes or ears Cut out two of those parts from cardboard and glue one over the other so that the one with patterns stays on top

Step 4 GlueGlue your shapes onto 4 pieces of cardboard Start with the scenery (trees and clouds) then glue on your characters then glue on their cool colored double-layered body parts to make them stand out As a result you will have 3D-like animals or any other items you want

Step 6 Draw Parts and Write MessagesYou can draw some fine elements into your collage using ordinary colorful markers You can also write a message on your collage with a marker Your creations are now ready to make your child smile

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Danielrsquos Twisted Animal Crime LineupGreat artists know how to turn heads with their art and that is certainly the case with PicsArtist of the Month Daniel (n3cr0n0m1c0n) However when he turns heads he turns them into something else Daniel has recently unveiled a series of photos that replace the head of a human body with various animal heads - the only exception being an awesome Star Wars stormtrooper helmet

In each photo of the series Daniels body dons a different head Nevertheless he is shown wearing the same clothes - a leather jacket with a zipper that runs diagonally across his torso into the side of his collar The thing about Danielrsquos photos is that the details of their construction work really well together to create a dark artistic vision with grungy undertones

Despite this odd synergy each photo is posed with a nonchalance that seems to undermine the strangeness of it all every shot displaying the emotional expression of a criminal lineup or mugshot The body takes on a neutral stance and the animal heads stare with vacant expressions as if silently counting the seconds for the camera shutter to click so they can walk off and do something else The overall emotional effect is weird uneasy slightly comic and extremely captivating

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Add Flare to Your PhotosMany photographers spend years trying to capture a glimmering lens flare They invest in expensive lenses and strain to catch the light at just the right angle

Historically and for many photographers lens flare is a vexing light that reflects off the glass of your lens ruining an otherwise brilliant shot However the twinkling beauty of lens flare has transformed it from purely accidental into an artform of its own with many pros spending months trying to perfect their lens flare technique

PicsArt eases this process for you by offering some dazzlingly realistic lens flares that can be inserted during the editing process PicsArt lens flares are also fully customizable so you can integrate them seamlessly into your favorite shots Here we demonstrate four of PicsArtrsquos lens flares in action over the same photo each one offering itrsquos own mesmerizing effect And the best part is all they require is one touch

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PICSART IN ACTION

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8 Killer Tips for Air Show Photography

by Chris Corradino

As temperatures warm up around most of the globe its time to once again welcome the return of Air Show season If youve never attended one before get ready for a thrilling event No matter how many times I photograph these high flying performances the power and precision of the pilots never fails to amaze me While they are an astonishing sight the raw speed of the passing jets can make for a challenging photo opportunity This article includes eight essential tips to help you capture the big event in your area

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TUTORIAL Shooting

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Beat the Crowds

Since much of the 2013 flying season was cancelled due to budget cuts this years shows are expected to smash previous attendance records With more than 150000 people jockeying for a good vantage point its essential you arrive 1-2 hours before the show starts This allows you to set up your gear in a prime location with unobstructed views of the action Before settling on a spot scan the horizon for any distractions that could block your lens The performers usually enter from the left and right with their stunts done at show center

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Lens Options

Air shows are usually several hours in duration and longer lenses can get quite heavy Image

stabilization is a nice feature but a tripod will give your arms a break and allow you to

create sharp images consistently While the majority of my aviation work

is shot with longer lenses I find that wide angle lenses are also

useful for performance teams that are spread out in wide

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Camera Settings

In order to freeze the flight of an aircraft travelling over 500 miles per hour youll need a very fast shutter speed For the best results I recommend at least 11000th of a second This is quick enough to stop even the fastest of aircrafts while also preventing camera shaking My exposure is typically around 11000 ISO 400 and f56 These settings are not meant to be exact but merely a starting point Depending on the weather conditions that day adjustments may be necessary

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Autofocus Techniques

Most DSLR cameras feature continuous focusing also known as AI Servo This mode will allow you to track moving subjects Keep your center focusing point over the aircraft with your shutter held halfway down As you follow the plane through your viewfinder the camera will automatically adjust the focus as the aircraft gets closer When you are ready to make an image simply press the shutter all the way down Air Show organizers often arrange photo passes where the pilot flies at a reduced speed Donrsquot get too comfortable though they return to full speed after just a few slow turns

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The Peak of Action

Smoke trails and afterburner effects are great additions to an aviation image Be ready for them as they happen quickly The trails of white smoke are actually created by pumping oil into the exhaust pipe This is particularly interesting when used by an entire formation of planes The patterns of smoke can be used to make for a more artistic composition In addition it adds a bit of contrast to the otherwise plain blue sky I also look to capture the interaction between two planes When pilots are flying side by side with their wings nearly touching a great deal of tension is introduced to the photo By freezing this moment in time you are also showcasing the precision and skill of the daring pilots

Enough Memory

With all of this fast-paced action you will likely burn through many memory cards rapidly I used to bring a portable hard drive with me and download the contents of the card while continuing to shoot This is no longer necessary as large capacity cards of 32GB are now very reasonably priced I like to shoot in RAW format whenever possible However if you are short on memory cards you may want to consider shooting in the LargeFine JPEG format This will allow you to fit more images on the card than RAW

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Capture The Local Color

For an up close look at some of these aircrafts check with your local airport or military base for static displays From the ground you can get a much better look at details like the paint scheme and propellers Depending on the venue you may even be able to climb inside the cockpit Since you will be very close a wide angle lens is the preferred choice here Walk around the entire plane to search for the best angle and create a strong composition

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Capture The Local Color

During the brief pauses in action turn your lens towards the people around you Spectators can often yield some interesting images Maybe its time for a quick selfie as well Pay special attention to any signs that may show the events name These can be used to start and end your gallery of images

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Creative Edits A City on a Back of an AnimalThe PicsArt editor makes really cool editing tricks easily available to anyone who has the will and imagination You can create some really amazing surreal images with PicsArt and to show you what we mean we have created a tutorial on how to raise an entire city on the back of an animal by combining photos and applying effects This tutorial also introduces users to our recently added feature for Android devices which lets users create their own custom clipart Follow these simple steps to become a photo wizard with PicsArt

TUTORIAL Editing

Step 1 Open Your Photo

Upload an animal photo from the Photo section of the main menu Make sure that your photo features a brightly lit animal in front of a dark background

Step 2 Apply the Cinerama Effect to the Main Photo

Select the Effects icon and choose the Cinerama effect from the Fx section of the Effects menu Save and confirm with checkmark

Step 3 Add a New Photo

Select the Add Photo icon and add a photo of the city you want to place on the back of the animal

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Step 4 Apply the Cinerama Effect

Select the top left icon (the Effect icon) from the menu that appears after you add a photo Apply the Cinerama effect just like you did with your main photo

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Step 5 Cut and Create Clipart

Select the Scissors icon from the top menu (ie the Free Crop option) Choose the Lasso option by clicking on the Brush icon Use the lasso to cut out the skyline of your city from the background Press the Save as Clipart button at the top of the screen to save your selection as a clipart image This will save your selection in My Clipart section allowing you to reuse it on any image whenever you need it

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Step 6 Place and Blend the Image

Adjust the size of your city and place it on the back of the animal Select and apply the Lighten blending mode from the menu

below Confirm the changes you have made

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Step 7 Shape Masks

Select the Shape Mask icon and choose a shape to frame your photo Reduce the opacity to around 30 to go with your shot Confirm and save your creation

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How to Draw Amazing Anime

Step by Step Tutorial

Anime has a unique style that has garnered global popularity even fanaticism This tutorial demonstrates how to make your very own anime using PicsArt Drawing Tools and your smart device

See how PicsArt Drawing Tools make drawing fun and easy and use this step by step tutorial to create your very own anime Who knows Maybe one day your anime will become the main character for your own cartoon or comics

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Step 1 Draw the Basic Outline

Draw a basic outline of your anime character using simple strokes in a light blue color so that you will be able to distinguish it from other outlines later on

Step 2 Refine your Outline

Add a new layer and use your previous layer as a guide to draw a more precise outline Delete the layer with the blue outline when finished

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Step 4 Add Color

Use thick colorful brushes to add the basic first layer of colors to your drawing

Step 3 Final Outline

Reduce the opacity and add a new layer for your final outline Trace a final outline using clean and deliberate strokes Make sure you get all of your details exactly right and correct previous mistakes Delete or hide previous outline layer when done

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Step 5 Add Shading

Add a new layer and outline the areas of your drawing you would like to shade Color this outline in black when you are ready

Step 6 Background Color

Reduce the opacity of your shade layer for a more subtle shade Use brighter tones to add lighting and reflection in your drawing Finish your drawing by using a translucent brush to add shading and texture to your background This creates ambiance and gives your anime character that final touch of realism it needs

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Design a Postcard that Encapsulates Summer VacationPicsArt has everything you need to create the perfect postcard using your summer photos With the right combination of masks texts and clipart you can create a professional card that perfectly captures the feelings and images of your fondest summer vacation memories

With this tutorial wersquoll show you an example of how to create a postcard step by step Yoursquoll be surprised at how easy it is to make something look so good in five easy steps

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Step 1 Upload a PhotoUpload a photo from the edit section of the main menu

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Step 2 Add Shape MaskSelect the Shape Mask icon from the menu bar and choose a shape mask that fits your photo best Customize the color size and opacity of the mask

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Step 3 2nd Shape MaskAdd a second Shape Mask with the same color and opacity as your previous one Reverse the mask by checking the box next to Inverse at the bottom right corner

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Step 4 Add TextPress the Text icon to add text to your postcard Add your text line by line to experiment with different fonts sizes and colors

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Step 5 Add ClipartPress the Clipart icon and choose clipart images to add that go with the theme of your postcard Customize the size and color to complete your postcard

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PicsArtist Roxyrsquos Visceral Mobile ArtThe series of abstract portraits created by PicsArtist Roxy HArt (roxyhart) are gripping Not only is her artwork raw and emotionally charged but it is rendered in a unique artistic fashion - all on her mobile phone

At times Roxy mixes her drawings with photography blending the two togehter with a variety of brush strokes and textures Roxy does not hold back when she faces inner anguish as an artist but rather injects this emotion into her work

Nevertheless some of her portraits are less jarring possessing a softer more poetic touch In these portraits her frustration gives way to melancholy as she tones down stark reds and peppers her portraits with faded yellows purples and blues

Not long ago terms like ldquomobile artrdquo were easily dismissed by the fine art mainstream but PicsArtists like Roxy prove that a tablet or smartphone can be just as powerful as a canvas and paintbrush The following collection of portraits by Roxy illustrate that even without the traditional tools mobile artwork retains emotion and authenticity

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WHATS NEW

PicsArtrsquos Exciting New Features for iOS and Android Devices

PicsArt recently released some exciting updates for Android and iOS Most of the new features were available for both platforms but they had their slight differences

The update included two new effects Dodger and Vintage Ivory The former softens your photo with pale colors and ambient lighting while the latter is inspired by vintage color palettes and resolutions but with a new whiter and brighter twist

PicsArt also gave users the ability to customize the colors of PicsArt Masks with a new Hue slider Shape masks offer the opportunity to choose from a variety of shapes to overlay on your photos and they have been made even better recently - by adding the option to customize them by texture in addition to the previously available color and opacity

For a quick fix and speedy share of an image we introduced the Auto Enhance tool which automatically brings you the basic best version of your image while still allowing you to customize in small ways

In addition to these commonly shared updates the two platforms have some differences as well iOS users can now customize their collages by adjusting the inner borders and can choose from a whole new variety of pre-made grids iOS users will also be excited about our updates in the Social Network as written tags and usernames written out in comments or photo descriptions now automatically become links to what they are referencing This will make it easier for users to discover each other as well as trending tags

Donrsquot worry Android users you have some cool stuff too We know that photo stealing has become an issue in our network so we have removed the save option for photos Now only photos that have freetoedit tag can be saved and reused by others If you do not tag your miages with that tag no one will be able to save them We hope that this will help prevent photo theft and preserve the artistic rights of our creative userbase

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A Brief Introduction to Photo History

Although photography as we know it is among the youngest of the major art forms its history can be traced back to ancient times Chinese philosopher Mo-Zi discussed the principles of a camera obscura in the 4th or 5th century BCE For two thousand years it was known as a small dark room (or box) with a tiny hole in one wall through which light shone and projected an inverted image

During the late 1500s Giambattista della Portia perfected its design by adding a convex lens to the hole making a sharper more detailed image Camera obscuras allowed artists to trace a scene in ink for a more faithful reproduction

The Early Days of Image Processing

The 18th and 19th centuries saw a multitude of methods for image processing and creation In 1727 Johann Schulze mixed chalk silver and nitric acid - a very early photosensitive compound - noting that one side of the flask darkened when exposed to sunlight In 1816 Joseph Niceacutephore Nieacutepce created the worlds first photograph by coating a metal plate in a silver chloride solution and exposing it to light for 8 hours However he did not discover a way of permanently fixing

the image for another decadeWilliam Henry Fox Talbot applied Nieacutepces recipe to paper in 1834 fixing the images with a salt solution and eventually patenting the first paper negative as the ldquoCalotyperdquo in 1841

Meanwhile Louis Daguerre was creating the Daguerrotype by coating copper sheets in silver iodide creating a metal negative which he developed in a solution of mercury These two inventions lead to the creation of photography To that end on August 19 1839 the French government publicly acknowledged the invention of photography

The first glass negative was made by Frederick Scott Archer in 1851 using a wet plate collodion process During the 1850s the tintype photograph emerged this made the negative image appear positive by exposing it onto a dark-coloured metal sheet coated with collodion which made the shadows appear light and the highlights dark

In 1861 James Clerk-Maxwell realized that he could photograph a scene three times through a red blue and green filter and project the images on top of each other to create a full-colour image

Finally in 1871 Richard Leach Maddox suspended the silver solution in gelatin creating the dry emulsion which sent photography skyrocketing It was applied first to glass negatives but would later find its way onto the thin plastic film that made photography possible for the public at large

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The Photographic Boom

By 1878 glass plate negatives were being manufactured commercially and in 1880 George Eastman opened what would become the Eastman-Kodak company Within ten years he was producing roll film and in 1900 released the first personal camera the Kodak Brownie In 1907 the Lumiegravere Brothers released the first commercial colour film

Oscar Barnack working for Leitz microscopes pushed camera invention forward in 1914 with the first 35mm camera which was improved upon and released in 1924 as the first Leica camera 1936 saw the introduction of the modern SLR (single-lens reflex camera) as well as the legendary Kodachrome film which finally made colour photography popular Polaroid would release instant black-and-white film in 1948 followed by the colour version in 1963

Students from the Emerson School for GirlsSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

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Unidentified Woman in Nine Oval ViewsSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

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The Digital Takeover

The first digital camera was invented in 1975 by Steve Sasson of Kodak using CCD sensor technology invented by Willard Boyle and George Smith in 1969 The birth of auto focus came with Minoltas Maxxum in 1985 paving the way for the worlds first commercially-available digital SLR ndash Kodaks 13 megapixel DCS-100 which sold in 1991 for $30000 USD Eight years later Nikon would wrestle away Kodaks dominance of the photo industry with the release of the D1 a 27MP model which went for a comparatively modest $6000

In 2003 Canon released the Digital Rebel the first consumer-level DSLR with a price tag under $1000 followed two years later by the first full-frame digital camera the 5D

Adobe hopped on the digital wave with the creation of Photoshop in 1990

A decade later the first camera phone was developed by Sharp in the early years of the new millennium Kodak ceased all production of film cameras in 2004 and even though the variety has been pared down they continue to produce film for the die-hard analog market

In the past ten years the major camera companies have focused their research and development almost entirely on improving their digital technology which has now begun to plateau The possibilities for future ingenuity now lay wide open with endless photographic possibilities waiting just over the horizon

The Reading EstablishmentAttributed to William Henry Fox Talbot (British 1800ndash1877)

Medium Salted paper prints from paper negatives

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Lola MontezSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

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Lemuel ShawSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

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Louis-Jacques-Mandeacute DaguerreJohn Jabez Edwin Mayall (British Oldham Lancashire 1813ndash1901 West Sussex)

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View Down Brattle Street from the Southworth amp Hawes Studio at 5 12 Tremont Row Boston

Southworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)Medium Daguerreotype

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Interview with Celebrity Photographer Jason Bell Having shot for publications like Vanity Fair Vogue photographed royals and had some of his work submitted into Britainrsquos National Portrait Gallery Jason Bell has cemented his place as one of the foremost portrait photographers of his generation He has published four books and received more accolades than we have room to mention In any case Jasonrsquos work is the gold-standard when it comes to peering past the face and into the soul of subject model or celebrity His work has fascinated us for some time so we interviewed him to learn more about his work and career

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INERVIEW

All images by and copyright of Jason Bell

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How did you become a photographer

I just always was I took pictures a lot as a child and then when I was at school I was given the keys to the school dark room which I remember finding a magical place It just carried on from there

You actually studied Politics Philosophy and Economics at Oxford and as of today you have photographed some of the most powerful individuals on earth from presidents to royals Is there a correlation there

I am a strong believer in researching the people I photograph so I think it helps that my education has given me an understanding of what some of them do

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What was it like to take the official christening photographs of Prince George

It was an honour to be asked Everyone kept telling me beforehand how nervous I would be and that I must be so stressed But I actually felt very relaxed throughout They gave me all the time I needed to prepare and were very friendly and relaxed I enjoyed it

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Many of your photos are part of the permanent collection of the National Portrait Gallery the United Kingdomrsquos official gallery for portraits of historical British people Your work is national history How does this feel

I try not to think of it in those terms but more about what I want to say about the person Irsquom photographing or what I can encourage them to reveal

Are there any portraits of yours in the National Portrait Gallery that stand out as favourites

My favourites tend to be favourites because they are people I have felt a particular connection with or even become friends with I try to do that with everyone I photograph but obviously it happens with some people more than others

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Yoursquove captured a lot of artists and entertainers as well What is it like photographing celebrities

I am lucky in that I photographed some famous people very early on in my career so I got used to it very quickly and it is not something that I find difficult to deal with at all now They are just people like everybody else and usually enjoy being treated as such

You did the movie posters for modern British classic like Billy Elliot and Love Actually How is shooting a movie poster different from capturing a portrait

It tends to be much more art directed so I have less freedom to just do what I want and have to follow a brief more carefully In those instances I try to follow that brief and then give them something in addition that they maybe didnrsquot know they wanted

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Have you ever photographed someone who had maybe been a role model of some kind for you or maybe just admired greatly

Yes - very early on in my career I was sent to Iceland to photograph Bjork I had been listening to that first album of hers all summer and so was a bit of a fan It actually kind of got in the way initially me being a fan and I had to get past that as quickly as possible to find the person I wanted to photograph

What was the most surreal moment you ever experienced during a photography shoot

I was shooting a campaign for the Royal Opera House of a Chinese opera singer called Liping Zhang in a beautiful area near the Mongolian border We were assured the weather would be OK since it was late spring but a freak snowstorm came through so we were all freezing and inappropriately dressed and we had to bundle her up in Chinese army coats to keep her warm and at the last moment there was so much snow we couldnrsquot even drive her to the spot where I wanted to photograph her so in order to get her there we had to rent a camel to put her on

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What advice would you give to amatuer photographers

Many of the students and amateurs who come to see me show me a little bit of everything That is unlikely to get you commissioned when you are starting out So I think itrsquos better to concentrate on one thing and do it very well at the beginning and then when that goes well you can branch out

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Bewitched by BlightA building in ruins hangs together by what seems like threads One of the upper floors sags precariously just inches above the head of a young woman who strolls absent-mindedly with a teddy-bear in hand It seems possible that at any moment the whole structure could come crashing down Lady Luck we presume

Danny Aguirre (danny-aguirre-142) is the PicsArtist responsible for this Photo of the Month entitled Lady Luck Aguirre edited this image to perfection transplanting a young lively and vibrant woman into a world of decay In this manner the photo speaks to us through contrast

Darkly lit ruins once full of life now sit forgotten surrounded by sick yellow skies The deteriorating building bears down on an unwary and carefree youth (Lady Luck) ambling at the mercy of its behemonth broken structure In this peculiar and eerie scene Aguirre captivates his audience while conveying the promise of the unexpected

In an ever-changing world Aguirre has captured the aesthetic beauty of a building that has passed its prime However in its old age the building has become something else entirely a peculiar and curious space open to imaginative interpretation This is perhaps the luck that the young lady pictured in the image and Aguirres audience have stumbled upon an unexpected opportunity to reflect on the present in light of the past Through his creative vision Aguirre allows us to study ourselves and the physical structures we leave behind for future generations

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A Photographerrsquos Guide to the US

The most unique shots in America and where to get them

Kelso San Dunes Mojave Desert

If yoursquore looking for a unique photography opportunity head for the Kelso Sand Dunes - mountainous piles of sand that seem to spring up from nowhere in the middle of the Mojave Desert The tallest dunes can rise up to 650 feet above the surrounding terrain In this setting a well-timed hike might allow you photograph the sunset from a phenomenal vantage point A couple words of caution be sure to take a flashlight in order to get back to your car and never go alone

If you donrsquot make it to the sand dunes dont despair The spectacular darkness of the Mojave desert translates into spectacular nighttime photography With almost no ambient light (apart from the stars and the vague glow over the horizon coming from Las Vegas) the Mojave is the perfect place to experiment with time lapse night shots and double exposures This is a surefire way to snap some fantastic shots

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The Redwood Forests California

If you drive down the west coast of California on Route 1 yoursquoll suddenly find yourself in a magical landscape of trees so tall that you feel like a tiny critter The redwood forests in California are truly a sight to behold and the deep ochre of the tree barks is spectacular to see

Driving through this area is fantastic but make sure that you park up and go exploring with your camera This is one of the best places for nature photography The way the light streams through the canopy in the late afternoon is nothing short of breathtaking a must see for every photographer

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Tucson Arizona

Tucson may not seem like a photographerrsquos haven and if you visit in July when the temperatures soar to over 100 degrees Fahrenheit it certainly wonrsquot feel like it either However the landscape of this often-forgotten city makes for some truly breathtaking sunsets and sunrises where flat land gives way to gorgeous mountains ensconced by sunlight

If you visit Tucson youll also find that it is an unlikely hotbed of culture and art With a history that goes back much further than many of its neighbors in the south west Tucson boasts remarkable architecture historic neighborhoods and museums not to mention the Mission San Xavier del Bac an 18th-century mission that is still functioning Whats more the city has a distinctly Western flavor in light of pervasive Native American and Mexican influences After the sun goes down yoursquoll also find art events and bars alive with music and bonding in a comfy college-town atmosphere which means that you can capture some great shots of people simply being themselves

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DIY Wall Decorations for Kids Room

Artists start young so here we want to show how you can nurture art into a child by decorating his room so he starts seeing and valuing creativity from his early days

This DIY tutorial is so easy to do that if you have elder children you can involve them in the process of making these awsome wall hangings Make a collage in minutes that will be an impressive surprise for everyone and give you a proud piece of original artwork to hang on the wall in your kids room

For this project yoursquoll need a color printer markers scissors glue 2 pieces of ordinary cardboard and 4 equal-sized colorfull cardboards or canvas

Step 1 PrintFind some awesome characters online by either browsing clipart in the PicsArt Shop or googling cartoon images Also print out some basic colors or patterns to cut into shapes If you dont like the color of your background cardboards or canvases you can either color them with paint or print out patterns to make your backgrounds more colorful

Step 2 CutCut out your characters carefully and glue them on cardboard Now cut out the cardboard in the shape of your characters Be sure to cut out shapes for the scenery of your collage like clouds and trees There is no need to glue them on an additional cardboard if you do not want to make them look 3D

Step 3 Create 3D ElementsIdentify some parts of the animals you want to highlight like tails eyes or ears Cut out two of those parts from cardboard and glue one over the other so that the one with patterns stays on top

Step 4 GlueGlue your shapes onto 4 pieces of cardboard Start with the scenery (trees and clouds) then glue on your characters then glue on their cool colored double-layered body parts to make them stand out As a result you will have 3D-like animals or any other items you want

Step 6 Draw Parts and Write MessagesYou can draw some fine elements into your collage using ordinary colorful markers You can also write a message on your collage with a marker Your creations are now ready to make your child smile

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Danielrsquos Twisted Animal Crime LineupGreat artists know how to turn heads with their art and that is certainly the case with PicsArtist of the Month Daniel (n3cr0n0m1c0n) However when he turns heads he turns them into something else Daniel has recently unveiled a series of photos that replace the head of a human body with various animal heads - the only exception being an awesome Star Wars stormtrooper helmet

In each photo of the series Daniels body dons a different head Nevertheless he is shown wearing the same clothes - a leather jacket with a zipper that runs diagonally across his torso into the side of his collar The thing about Danielrsquos photos is that the details of their construction work really well together to create a dark artistic vision with grungy undertones

Despite this odd synergy each photo is posed with a nonchalance that seems to undermine the strangeness of it all every shot displaying the emotional expression of a criminal lineup or mugshot The body takes on a neutral stance and the animal heads stare with vacant expressions as if silently counting the seconds for the camera shutter to click so they can walk off and do something else The overall emotional effect is weird uneasy slightly comic and extremely captivating

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Add Flare to Your PhotosMany photographers spend years trying to capture a glimmering lens flare They invest in expensive lenses and strain to catch the light at just the right angle

Historically and for many photographers lens flare is a vexing light that reflects off the glass of your lens ruining an otherwise brilliant shot However the twinkling beauty of lens flare has transformed it from purely accidental into an artform of its own with many pros spending months trying to perfect their lens flare technique

PicsArt eases this process for you by offering some dazzlingly realistic lens flares that can be inserted during the editing process PicsArt lens flares are also fully customizable so you can integrate them seamlessly into your favorite shots Here we demonstrate four of PicsArtrsquos lens flares in action over the same photo each one offering itrsquos own mesmerizing effect And the best part is all they require is one touch

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PICSART IN ACTION

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8 Killer Tips for Air Show Photography

by Chris Corradino

As temperatures warm up around most of the globe its time to once again welcome the return of Air Show season If youve never attended one before get ready for a thrilling event No matter how many times I photograph these high flying performances the power and precision of the pilots never fails to amaze me While they are an astonishing sight the raw speed of the passing jets can make for a challenging photo opportunity This article includes eight essential tips to help you capture the big event in your area

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TUTORIAL Shooting

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Beat the Crowds

Since much of the 2013 flying season was cancelled due to budget cuts this years shows are expected to smash previous attendance records With more than 150000 people jockeying for a good vantage point its essential you arrive 1-2 hours before the show starts This allows you to set up your gear in a prime location with unobstructed views of the action Before settling on a spot scan the horizon for any distractions that could block your lens The performers usually enter from the left and right with their stunts done at show center

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Lens Options

Air shows are usually several hours in duration and longer lenses can get quite heavy Image

stabilization is a nice feature but a tripod will give your arms a break and allow you to

create sharp images consistently While the majority of my aviation work

is shot with longer lenses I find that wide angle lenses are also

useful for performance teams that are spread out in wide

formations By utilizing a few different options

you can capture more of the action and

come home with a diverse collection

of images

Camera Settings

In order to freeze the flight of an aircraft travelling over 500 miles per hour youll need a very fast shutter speed For the best results I recommend at least 11000th of a second This is quick enough to stop even the fastest of aircrafts while also preventing camera shaking My exposure is typically around 11000 ISO 400 and f56 These settings are not meant to be exact but merely a starting point Depending on the weather conditions that day adjustments may be necessary

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Autofocus Techniques

Most DSLR cameras feature continuous focusing also known as AI Servo This mode will allow you to track moving subjects Keep your center focusing point over the aircraft with your shutter held halfway down As you follow the plane through your viewfinder the camera will automatically adjust the focus as the aircraft gets closer When you are ready to make an image simply press the shutter all the way down Air Show organizers often arrange photo passes where the pilot flies at a reduced speed Donrsquot get too comfortable though they return to full speed after just a few slow turns

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The Peak of Action

Smoke trails and afterburner effects are great additions to an aviation image Be ready for them as they happen quickly The trails of white smoke are actually created by pumping oil into the exhaust pipe This is particularly interesting when used by an entire formation of planes The patterns of smoke can be used to make for a more artistic composition In addition it adds a bit of contrast to the otherwise plain blue sky I also look to capture the interaction between two planes When pilots are flying side by side with their wings nearly touching a great deal of tension is introduced to the photo By freezing this moment in time you are also showcasing the precision and skill of the daring pilots

Enough Memory

With all of this fast-paced action you will likely burn through many memory cards rapidly I used to bring a portable hard drive with me and download the contents of the card while continuing to shoot This is no longer necessary as large capacity cards of 32GB are now very reasonably priced I like to shoot in RAW format whenever possible However if you are short on memory cards you may want to consider shooting in the LargeFine JPEG format This will allow you to fit more images on the card than RAW

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Capture The Local Color

For an up close look at some of these aircrafts check with your local airport or military base for static displays From the ground you can get a much better look at details like the paint scheme and propellers Depending on the venue you may even be able to climb inside the cockpit Since you will be very close a wide angle lens is the preferred choice here Walk around the entire plane to search for the best angle and create a strong composition

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Capture The Local Color

During the brief pauses in action turn your lens towards the people around you Spectators can often yield some interesting images Maybe its time for a quick selfie as well Pay special attention to any signs that may show the events name These can be used to start and end your gallery of images

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Creative Edits A City on a Back of an AnimalThe PicsArt editor makes really cool editing tricks easily available to anyone who has the will and imagination You can create some really amazing surreal images with PicsArt and to show you what we mean we have created a tutorial on how to raise an entire city on the back of an animal by combining photos and applying effects This tutorial also introduces users to our recently added feature for Android devices which lets users create their own custom clipart Follow these simple steps to become a photo wizard with PicsArt

TUTORIAL Editing

Step 1 Open Your Photo

Upload an animal photo from the Photo section of the main menu Make sure that your photo features a brightly lit animal in front of a dark background

Step 2 Apply the Cinerama Effect to the Main Photo

Select the Effects icon and choose the Cinerama effect from the Fx section of the Effects menu Save and confirm with checkmark

Step 3 Add a New Photo

Select the Add Photo icon and add a photo of the city you want to place on the back of the animal

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Step 4 Apply the Cinerama Effect

Select the top left icon (the Effect icon) from the menu that appears after you add a photo Apply the Cinerama effect just like you did with your main photo

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Step 5 Cut and Create Clipart

Select the Scissors icon from the top menu (ie the Free Crop option) Choose the Lasso option by clicking on the Brush icon Use the lasso to cut out the skyline of your city from the background Press the Save as Clipart button at the top of the screen to save your selection as a clipart image This will save your selection in My Clipart section allowing you to reuse it on any image whenever you need it

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Step 6 Place and Blend the Image

Adjust the size of your city and place it on the back of the animal Select and apply the Lighten blending mode from the menu

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Step 7 Shape Masks

Select the Shape Mask icon and choose a shape to frame your photo Reduce the opacity to around 30 to go with your shot Confirm and save your creation

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How to Draw Amazing Anime

Step by Step Tutorial

Anime has a unique style that has garnered global popularity even fanaticism This tutorial demonstrates how to make your very own anime using PicsArt Drawing Tools and your smart device

See how PicsArt Drawing Tools make drawing fun and easy and use this step by step tutorial to create your very own anime Who knows Maybe one day your anime will become the main character for your own cartoon or comics

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Step 1 Draw the Basic Outline

Draw a basic outline of your anime character using simple strokes in a light blue color so that you will be able to distinguish it from other outlines later on

Step 2 Refine your Outline

Add a new layer and use your previous layer as a guide to draw a more precise outline Delete the layer with the blue outline when finished

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Step 4 Add Color

Use thick colorful brushes to add the basic first layer of colors to your drawing

Step 3 Final Outline

Reduce the opacity and add a new layer for your final outline Trace a final outline using clean and deliberate strokes Make sure you get all of your details exactly right and correct previous mistakes Delete or hide previous outline layer when done

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Step 5 Add Shading

Add a new layer and outline the areas of your drawing you would like to shade Color this outline in black when you are ready

Step 6 Background Color

Reduce the opacity of your shade layer for a more subtle shade Use brighter tones to add lighting and reflection in your drawing Finish your drawing by using a translucent brush to add shading and texture to your background This creates ambiance and gives your anime character that final touch of realism it needs

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Design a Postcard that Encapsulates Summer VacationPicsArt has everything you need to create the perfect postcard using your summer photos With the right combination of masks texts and clipart you can create a professional card that perfectly captures the feelings and images of your fondest summer vacation memories

With this tutorial wersquoll show you an example of how to create a postcard step by step Yoursquoll be surprised at how easy it is to make something look so good in five easy steps

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Step 1 Upload a PhotoUpload a photo from the edit section of the main menu

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Step 2 Add Shape MaskSelect the Shape Mask icon from the menu bar and choose a shape mask that fits your photo best Customize the color size and opacity of the mask

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Step 3 2nd Shape MaskAdd a second Shape Mask with the same color and opacity as your previous one Reverse the mask by checking the box next to Inverse at the bottom right corner

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Step 4 Add TextPress the Text icon to add text to your postcard Add your text line by line to experiment with different fonts sizes and colors

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Step 5 Add ClipartPress the Clipart icon and choose clipart images to add that go with the theme of your postcard Customize the size and color to complete your postcard

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PicsArtist Roxyrsquos Visceral Mobile ArtThe series of abstract portraits created by PicsArtist Roxy HArt (roxyhart) are gripping Not only is her artwork raw and emotionally charged but it is rendered in a unique artistic fashion - all on her mobile phone

At times Roxy mixes her drawings with photography blending the two togehter with a variety of brush strokes and textures Roxy does not hold back when she faces inner anguish as an artist but rather injects this emotion into her work

Nevertheless some of her portraits are less jarring possessing a softer more poetic touch In these portraits her frustration gives way to melancholy as she tones down stark reds and peppers her portraits with faded yellows purples and blues

Not long ago terms like ldquomobile artrdquo were easily dismissed by the fine art mainstream but PicsArtists like Roxy prove that a tablet or smartphone can be just as powerful as a canvas and paintbrush The following collection of portraits by Roxy illustrate that even without the traditional tools mobile artwork retains emotion and authenticity

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WHATS NEW

PicsArtrsquos Exciting New Features for iOS and Android Devices

PicsArt recently released some exciting updates for Android and iOS Most of the new features were available for both platforms but they had their slight differences

The update included two new effects Dodger and Vintage Ivory The former softens your photo with pale colors and ambient lighting while the latter is inspired by vintage color palettes and resolutions but with a new whiter and brighter twist

PicsArt also gave users the ability to customize the colors of PicsArt Masks with a new Hue slider Shape masks offer the opportunity to choose from a variety of shapes to overlay on your photos and they have been made even better recently - by adding the option to customize them by texture in addition to the previously available color and opacity

For a quick fix and speedy share of an image we introduced the Auto Enhance tool which automatically brings you the basic best version of your image while still allowing you to customize in small ways

In addition to these commonly shared updates the two platforms have some differences as well iOS users can now customize their collages by adjusting the inner borders and can choose from a whole new variety of pre-made grids iOS users will also be excited about our updates in the Social Network as written tags and usernames written out in comments or photo descriptions now automatically become links to what they are referencing This will make it easier for users to discover each other as well as trending tags

Donrsquot worry Android users you have some cool stuff too We know that photo stealing has become an issue in our network so we have removed the save option for photos Now only photos that have freetoedit tag can be saved and reused by others If you do not tag your miages with that tag no one will be able to save them We hope that this will help prevent photo theft and preserve the artistic rights of our creative userbase

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A Brief Introduction to Photo History

Although photography as we know it is among the youngest of the major art forms its history can be traced back to ancient times Chinese philosopher Mo-Zi discussed the principles of a camera obscura in the 4th or 5th century BCE For two thousand years it was known as a small dark room (or box) with a tiny hole in one wall through which light shone and projected an inverted image

During the late 1500s Giambattista della Portia perfected its design by adding a convex lens to the hole making a sharper more detailed image Camera obscuras allowed artists to trace a scene in ink for a more faithful reproduction

The Early Days of Image Processing

The 18th and 19th centuries saw a multitude of methods for image processing and creation In 1727 Johann Schulze mixed chalk silver and nitric acid - a very early photosensitive compound - noting that one side of the flask darkened when exposed to sunlight In 1816 Joseph Niceacutephore Nieacutepce created the worlds first photograph by coating a metal plate in a silver chloride solution and exposing it to light for 8 hours However he did not discover a way of permanently fixing

the image for another decadeWilliam Henry Fox Talbot applied Nieacutepces recipe to paper in 1834 fixing the images with a salt solution and eventually patenting the first paper negative as the ldquoCalotyperdquo in 1841

Meanwhile Louis Daguerre was creating the Daguerrotype by coating copper sheets in silver iodide creating a metal negative which he developed in a solution of mercury These two inventions lead to the creation of photography To that end on August 19 1839 the French government publicly acknowledged the invention of photography

The first glass negative was made by Frederick Scott Archer in 1851 using a wet plate collodion process During the 1850s the tintype photograph emerged this made the negative image appear positive by exposing it onto a dark-coloured metal sheet coated with collodion which made the shadows appear light and the highlights dark

In 1861 James Clerk-Maxwell realized that he could photograph a scene three times through a red blue and green filter and project the images on top of each other to create a full-colour image

Finally in 1871 Richard Leach Maddox suspended the silver solution in gelatin creating the dry emulsion which sent photography skyrocketing It was applied first to glass negatives but would later find its way onto the thin plastic film that made photography possible for the public at large

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The Photographic Boom

By 1878 glass plate negatives were being manufactured commercially and in 1880 George Eastman opened what would become the Eastman-Kodak company Within ten years he was producing roll film and in 1900 released the first personal camera the Kodak Brownie In 1907 the Lumiegravere Brothers released the first commercial colour film

Oscar Barnack working for Leitz microscopes pushed camera invention forward in 1914 with the first 35mm camera which was improved upon and released in 1924 as the first Leica camera 1936 saw the introduction of the modern SLR (single-lens reflex camera) as well as the legendary Kodachrome film which finally made colour photography popular Polaroid would release instant black-and-white film in 1948 followed by the colour version in 1963

Students from the Emerson School for GirlsSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

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Unidentified Woman in Nine Oval ViewsSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

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The Digital Takeover

The first digital camera was invented in 1975 by Steve Sasson of Kodak using CCD sensor technology invented by Willard Boyle and George Smith in 1969 The birth of auto focus came with Minoltas Maxxum in 1985 paving the way for the worlds first commercially-available digital SLR ndash Kodaks 13 megapixel DCS-100 which sold in 1991 for $30000 USD Eight years later Nikon would wrestle away Kodaks dominance of the photo industry with the release of the D1 a 27MP model which went for a comparatively modest $6000

In 2003 Canon released the Digital Rebel the first consumer-level DSLR with a price tag under $1000 followed two years later by the first full-frame digital camera the 5D

Adobe hopped on the digital wave with the creation of Photoshop in 1990

A decade later the first camera phone was developed by Sharp in the early years of the new millennium Kodak ceased all production of film cameras in 2004 and even though the variety has been pared down they continue to produce film for the die-hard analog market

In the past ten years the major camera companies have focused their research and development almost entirely on improving their digital technology which has now begun to plateau The possibilities for future ingenuity now lay wide open with endless photographic possibilities waiting just over the horizon

The Reading EstablishmentAttributed to William Henry Fox Talbot (British 1800ndash1877)

Medium Salted paper prints from paper negatives

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Lola MontezSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

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Lemuel ShawSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

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Louis-Jacques-Mandeacute DaguerreJohn Jabez Edwin Mayall (British Oldham Lancashire 1813ndash1901 West Sussex)

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View Down Brattle Street from the Southworth amp Hawes Studio at 5 12 Tremont Row Boston

Southworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)Medium Daguerreotype

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Interview with Celebrity Photographer Jason Bell Having shot for publications like Vanity Fair Vogue photographed royals and had some of his work submitted into Britainrsquos National Portrait Gallery Jason Bell has cemented his place as one of the foremost portrait photographers of his generation He has published four books and received more accolades than we have room to mention In any case Jasonrsquos work is the gold-standard when it comes to peering past the face and into the soul of subject model or celebrity His work has fascinated us for some time so we interviewed him to learn more about his work and career

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INERVIEW

All images by and copyright of Jason Bell

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How did you become a photographer

I just always was I took pictures a lot as a child and then when I was at school I was given the keys to the school dark room which I remember finding a magical place It just carried on from there

You actually studied Politics Philosophy and Economics at Oxford and as of today you have photographed some of the most powerful individuals on earth from presidents to royals Is there a correlation there

I am a strong believer in researching the people I photograph so I think it helps that my education has given me an understanding of what some of them do

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What was it like to take the official christening photographs of Prince George

It was an honour to be asked Everyone kept telling me beforehand how nervous I would be and that I must be so stressed But I actually felt very relaxed throughout They gave me all the time I needed to prepare and were very friendly and relaxed I enjoyed it

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Many of your photos are part of the permanent collection of the National Portrait Gallery the United Kingdomrsquos official gallery for portraits of historical British people Your work is national history How does this feel

I try not to think of it in those terms but more about what I want to say about the person Irsquom photographing or what I can encourage them to reveal

Are there any portraits of yours in the National Portrait Gallery that stand out as favourites

My favourites tend to be favourites because they are people I have felt a particular connection with or even become friends with I try to do that with everyone I photograph but obviously it happens with some people more than others

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Yoursquove captured a lot of artists and entertainers as well What is it like photographing celebrities

I am lucky in that I photographed some famous people very early on in my career so I got used to it very quickly and it is not something that I find difficult to deal with at all now They are just people like everybody else and usually enjoy being treated as such

You did the movie posters for modern British classic like Billy Elliot and Love Actually How is shooting a movie poster different from capturing a portrait

It tends to be much more art directed so I have less freedom to just do what I want and have to follow a brief more carefully In those instances I try to follow that brief and then give them something in addition that they maybe didnrsquot know they wanted

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Have you ever photographed someone who had maybe been a role model of some kind for you or maybe just admired greatly

Yes - very early on in my career I was sent to Iceland to photograph Bjork I had been listening to that first album of hers all summer and so was a bit of a fan It actually kind of got in the way initially me being a fan and I had to get past that as quickly as possible to find the person I wanted to photograph

What was the most surreal moment you ever experienced during a photography shoot

I was shooting a campaign for the Royal Opera House of a Chinese opera singer called Liping Zhang in a beautiful area near the Mongolian border We were assured the weather would be OK since it was late spring but a freak snowstorm came through so we were all freezing and inappropriately dressed and we had to bundle her up in Chinese army coats to keep her warm and at the last moment there was so much snow we couldnrsquot even drive her to the spot where I wanted to photograph her so in order to get her there we had to rent a camel to put her on

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What advice would you give to amatuer photographers

Many of the students and amateurs who come to see me show me a little bit of everything That is unlikely to get you commissioned when you are starting out So I think itrsquos better to concentrate on one thing and do it very well at the beginning and then when that goes well you can branch out

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Bewitched by BlightA building in ruins hangs together by what seems like threads One of the upper floors sags precariously just inches above the head of a young woman who strolls absent-mindedly with a teddy-bear in hand It seems possible that at any moment the whole structure could come crashing down Lady Luck we presume

Danny Aguirre (danny-aguirre-142) is the PicsArtist responsible for this Photo of the Month entitled Lady Luck Aguirre edited this image to perfection transplanting a young lively and vibrant woman into a world of decay In this manner the photo speaks to us through contrast

Darkly lit ruins once full of life now sit forgotten surrounded by sick yellow skies The deteriorating building bears down on an unwary and carefree youth (Lady Luck) ambling at the mercy of its behemonth broken structure In this peculiar and eerie scene Aguirre captivates his audience while conveying the promise of the unexpected

In an ever-changing world Aguirre has captured the aesthetic beauty of a building that has passed its prime However in its old age the building has become something else entirely a peculiar and curious space open to imaginative interpretation This is perhaps the luck that the young lady pictured in the image and Aguirres audience have stumbled upon an unexpected opportunity to reflect on the present in light of the past Through his creative vision Aguirre allows us to study ourselves and the physical structures we leave behind for future generations

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A Photographerrsquos Guide to the US

The most unique shots in America and where to get them

Kelso San Dunes Mojave Desert

If yoursquore looking for a unique photography opportunity head for the Kelso Sand Dunes - mountainous piles of sand that seem to spring up from nowhere in the middle of the Mojave Desert The tallest dunes can rise up to 650 feet above the surrounding terrain In this setting a well-timed hike might allow you photograph the sunset from a phenomenal vantage point A couple words of caution be sure to take a flashlight in order to get back to your car and never go alone

If you donrsquot make it to the sand dunes dont despair The spectacular darkness of the Mojave desert translates into spectacular nighttime photography With almost no ambient light (apart from the stars and the vague glow over the horizon coming from Las Vegas) the Mojave is the perfect place to experiment with time lapse night shots and double exposures This is a surefire way to snap some fantastic shots

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The Redwood Forests California

If you drive down the west coast of California on Route 1 yoursquoll suddenly find yourself in a magical landscape of trees so tall that you feel like a tiny critter The redwood forests in California are truly a sight to behold and the deep ochre of the tree barks is spectacular to see

Driving through this area is fantastic but make sure that you park up and go exploring with your camera This is one of the best places for nature photography The way the light streams through the canopy in the late afternoon is nothing short of breathtaking a must see for every photographer

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Tucson Arizona

Tucson may not seem like a photographerrsquos haven and if you visit in July when the temperatures soar to over 100 degrees Fahrenheit it certainly wonrsquot feel like it either However the landscape of this often-forgotten city makes for some truly breathtaking sunsets and sunrises where flat land gives way to gorgeous mountains ensconced by sunlight

If you visit Tucson youll also find that it is an unlikely hotbed of culture and art With a history that goes back much further than many of its neighbors in the south west Tucson boasts remarkable architecture historic neighborhoods and museums not to mention the Mission San Xavier del Bac an 18th-century mission that is still functioning Whats more the city has a distinctly Western flavor in light of pervasive Native American and Mexican influences After the sun goes down yoursquoll also find art events and bars alive with music and bonding in a comfy college-town atmosphere which means that you can capture some great shots of people simply being themselves

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DIY Wall Decorations for Kids Room

Artists start young so here we want to show how you can nurture art into a child by decorating his room so he starts seeing and valuing creativity from his early days

This DIY tutorial is so easy to do that if you have elder children you can involve them in the process of making these awsome wall hangings Make a collage in minutes that will be an impressive surprise for everyone and give you a proud piece of original artwork to hang on the wall in your kids room

For this project yoursquoll need a color printer markers scissors glue 2 pieces of ordinary cardboard and 4 equal-sized colorfull cardboards or canvas

Step 1 PrintFind some awesome characters online by either browsing clipart in the PicsArt Shop or googling cartoon images Also print out some basic colors or patterns to cut into shapes If you dont like the color of your background cardboards or canvases you can either color them with paint or print out patterns to make your backgrounds more colorful

Step 2 CutCut out your characters carefully and glue them on cardboard Now cut out the cardboard in the shape of your characters Be sure to cut out shapes for the scenery of your collage like clouds and trees There is no need to glue them on an additional cardboard if you do not want to make them look 3D

Step 3 Create 3D ElementsIdentify some parts of the animals you want to highlight like tails eyes or ears Cut out two of those parts from cardboard and glue one over the other so that the one with patterns stays on top

Step 4 GlueGlue your shapes onto 4 pieces of cardboard Start with the scenery (trees and clouds) then glue on your characters then glue on their cool colored double-layered body parts to make them stand out As a result you will have 3D-like animals or any other items you want

Step 6 Draw Parts and Write MessagesYou can draw some fine elements into your collage using ordinary colorful markers You can also write a message on your collage with a marker Your creations are now ready to make your child smile

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Danielrsquos Twisted Animal Crime LineupGreat artists know how to turn heads with their art and that is certainly the case with PicsArtist of the Month Daniel (n3cr0n0m1c0n) However when he turns heads he turns them into something else Daniel has recently unveiled a series of photos that replace the head of a human body with various animal heads - the only exception being an awesome Star Wars stormtrooper helmet

In each photo of the series Daniels body dons a different head Nevertheless he is shown wearing the same clothes - a leather jacket with a zipper that runs diagonally across his torso into the side of his collar The thing about Danielrsquos photos is that the details of their construction work really well together to create a dark artistic vision with grungy undertones

Despite this odd synergy each photo is posed with a nonchalance that seems to undermine the strangeness of it all every shot displaying the emotional expression of a criminal lineup or mugshot The body takes on a neutral stance and the animal heads stare with vacant expressions as if silently counting the seconds for the camera shutter to click so they can walk off and do something else The overall emotional effect is weird uneasy slightly comic and extremely captivating

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Add Flare to Your PhotosMany photographers spend years trying to capture a glimmering lens flare They invest in expensive lenses and strain to catch the light at just the right angle

Historically and for many photographers lens flare is a vexing light that reflects off the glass of your lens ruining an otherwise brilliant shot However the twinkling beauty of lens flare has transformed it from purely accidental into an artform of its own with many pros spending months trying to perfect their lens flare technique

PicsArt eases this process for you by offering some dazzlingly realistic lens flares that can be inserted during the editing process PicsArt lens flares are also fully customizable so you can integrate them seamlessly into your favorite shots Here we demonstrate four of PicsArtrsquos lens flares in action over the same photo each one offering itrsquos own mesmerizing effect And the best part is all they require is one touch

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PICSART IN ACTION

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8 Killer Tips for Air Show Photography

by Chris Corradino

As temperatures warm up around most of the globe its time to once again welcome the return of Air Show season If youve never attended one before get ready for a thrilling event No matter how many times I photograph these high flying performances the power and precision of the pilots never fails to amaze me While they are an astonishing sight the raw speed of the passing jets can make for a challenging photo opportunity This article includes eight essential tips to help you capture the big event in your area

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TUTORIAL Shooting

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Beat the Crowds

Since much of the 2013 flying season was cancelled due to budget cuts this years shows are expected to smash previous attendance records With more than 150000 people jockeying for a good vantage point its essential you arrive 1-2 hours before the show starts This allows you to set up your gear in a prime location with unobstructed views of the action Before settling on a spot scan the horizon for any distractions that could block your lens The performers usually enter from the left and right with their stunts done at show center

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Lens Options

Air shows are usually several hours in duration and longer lenses can get quite heavy Image

stabilization is a nice feature but a tripod will give your arms a break and allow you to

create sharp images consistently While the majority of my aviation work

is shot with longer lenses I find that wide angle lenses are also

useful for performance teams that are spread out in wide

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of images

Camera Settings

In order to freeze the flight of an aircraft travelling over 500 miles per hour youll need a very fast shutter speed For the best results I recommend at least 11000th of a second This is quick enough to stop even the fastest of aircrafts while also preventing camera shaking My exposure is typically around 11000 ISO 400 and f56 These settings are not meant to be exact but merely a starting point Depending on the weather conditions that day adjustments may be necessary

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Autofocus Techniques

Most DSLR cameras feature continuous focusing also known as AI Servo This mode will allow you to track moving subjects Keep your center focusing point over the aircraft with your shutter held halfway down As you follow the plane through your viewfinder the camera will automatically adjust the focus as the aircraft gets closer When you are ready to make an image simply press the shutter all the way down Air Show organizers often arrange photo passes where the pilot flies at a reduced speed Donrsquot get too comfortable though they return to full speed after just a few slow turns

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The Peak of Action

Smoke trails and afterburner effects are great additions to an aviation image Be ready for them as they happen quickly The trails of white smoke are actually created by pumping oil into the exhaust pipe This is particularly interesting when used by an entire formation of planes The patterns of smoke can be used to make for a more artistic composition In addition it adds a bit of contrast to the otherwise plain blue sky I also look to capture the interaction between two planes When pilots are flying side by side with their wings nearly touching a great deal of tension is introduced to the photo By freezing this moment in time you are also showcasing the precision and skill of the daring pilots

Enough Memory

With all of this fast-paced action you will likely burn through many memory cards rapidly I used to bring a portable hard drive with me and download the contents of the card while continuing to shoot This is no longer necessary as large capacity cards of 32GB are now very reasonably priced I like to shoot in RAW format whenever possible However if you are short on memory cards you may want to consider shooting in the LargeFine JPEG format This will allow you to fit more images on the card than RAW

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Capture The Local Color

For an up close look at some of these aircrafts check with your local airport or military base for static displays From the ground you can get a much better look at details like the paint scheme and propellers Depending on the venue you may even be able to climb inside the cockpit Since you will be very close a wide angle lens is the preferred choice here Walk around the entire plane to search for the best angle and create a strong composition

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Capture The Local Color

During the brief pauses in action turn your lens towards the people around you Spectators can often yield some interesting images Maybe its time for a quick selfie as well Pay special attention to any signs that may show the events name These can be used to start and end your gallery of images

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Creative Edits A City on a Back of an AnimalThe PicsArt editor makes really cool editing tricks easily available to anyone who has the will and imagination You can create some really amazing surreal images with PicsArt and to show you what we mean we have created a tutorial on how to raise an entire city on the back of an animal by combining photos and applying effects This tutorial also introduces users to our recently added feature for Android devices which lets users create their own custom clipart Follow these simple steps to become a photo wizard with PicsArt

TUTORIAL Editing

Step 1 Open Your Photo

Upload an animal photo from the Photo section of the main menu Make sure that your photo features a brightly lit animal in front of a dark background

Step 2 Apply the Cinerama Effect to the Main Photo

Select the Effects icon and choose the Cinerama effect from the Fx section of the Effects menu Save and confirm with checkmark

Step 3 Add a New Photo

Select the Add Photo icon and add a photo of the city you want to place on the back of the animal

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Step 4 Apply the Cinerama Effect

Select the top left icon (the Effect icon) from the menu that appears after you add a photo Apply the Cinerama effect just like you did with your main photo

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Step 5 Cut and Create Clipart

Select the Scissors icon from the top menu (ie the Free Crop option) Choose the Lasso option by clicking on the Brush icon Use the lasso to cut out the skyline of your city from the background Press the Save as Clipart button at the top of the screen to save your selection as a clipart image This will save your selection in My Clipart section allowing you to reuse it on any image whenever you need it

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Step 6 Place and Blend the Image

Adjust the size of your city and place it on the back of the animal Select and apply the Lighten blending mode from the menu

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Step 7 Shape Masks

Select the Shape Mask icon and choose a shape to frame your photo Reduce the opacity to around 30 to go with your shot Confirm and save your creation

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How to Draw Amazing Anime

Step by Step Tutorial

Anime has a unique style that has garnered global popularity even fanaticism This tutorial demonstrates how to make your very own anime using PicsArt Drawing Tools and your smart device

See how PicsArt Drawing Tools make drawing fun and easy and use this step by step tutorial to create your very own anime Who knows Maybe one day your anime will become the main character for your own cartoon or comics

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Step 1 Draw the Basic Outline

Draw a basic outline of your anime character using simple strokes in a light blue color so that you will be able to distinguish it from other outlines later on

Step 2 Refine your Outline

Add a new layer and use your previous layer as a guide to draw a more precise outline Delete the layer with the blue outline when finished

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Step 4 Add Color

Use thick colorful brushes to add the basic first layer of colors to your drawing

Step 3 Final Outline

Reduce the opacity and add a new layer for your final outline Trace a final outline using clean and deliberate strokes Make sure you get all of your details exactly right and correct previous mistakes Delete or hide previous outline layer when done

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Step 5 Add Shading

Add a new layer and outline the areas of your drawing you would like to shade Color this outline in black when you are ready

Step 6 Background Color

Reduce the opacity of your shade layer for a more subtle shade Use brighter tones to add lighting and reflection in your drawing Finish your drawing by using a translucent brush to add shading and texture to your background This creates ambiance and gives your anime character that final touch of realism it needs

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Design a Postcard that Encapsulates Summer VacationPicsArt has everything you need to create the perfect postcard using your summer photos With the right combination of masks texts and clipart you can create a professional card that perfectly captures the feelings and images of your fondest summer vacation memories

With this tutorial wersquoll show you an example of how to create a postcard step by step Yoursquoll be surprised at how easy it is to make something look so good in five easy steps

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Step 1 Upload a PhotoUpload a photo from the edit section of the main menu

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Step 2 Add Shape MaskSelect the Shape Mask icon from the menu bar and choose a shape mask that fits your photo best Customize the color size and opacity of the mask

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Step 3 2nd Shape MaskAdd a second Shape Mask with the same color and opacity as your previous one Reverse the mask by checking the box next to Inverse at the bottom right corner

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Step 4 Add TextPress the Text icon to add text to your postcard Add your text line by line to experiment with different fonts sizes and colors

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Step 5 Add ClipartPress the Clipart icon and choose clipart images to add that go with the theme of your postcard Customize the size and color to complete your postcard

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PicsArtist Roxyrsquos Visceral Mobile ArtThe series of abstract portraits created by PicsArtist Roxy HArt (roxyhart) are gripping Not only is her artwork raw and emotionally charged but it is rendered in a unique artistic fashion - all on her mobile phone

At times Roxy mixes her drawings with photography blending the two togehter with a variety of brush strokes and textures Roxy does not hold back when she faces inner anguish as an artist but rather injects this emotion into her work

Nevertheless some of her portraits are less jarring possessing a softer more poetic touch In these portraits her frustration gives way to melancholy as she tones down stark reds and peppers her portraits with faded yellows purples and blues

Not long ago terms like ldquomobile artrdquo were easily dismissed by the fine art mainstream but PicsArtists like Roxy prove that a tablet or smartphone can be just as powerful as a canvas and paintbrush The following collection of portraits by Roxy illustrate that even without the traditional tools mobile artwork retains emotion and authenticity

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WHATS NEW

PicsArtrsquos Exciting New Features for iOS and Android Devices

PicsArt recently released some exciting updates for Android and iOS Most of the new features were available for both platforms but they had their slight differences

The update included two new effects Dodger and Vintage Ivory The former softens your photo with pale colors and ambient lighting while the latter is inspired by vintage color palettes and resolutions but with a new whiter and brighter twist

PicsArt also gave users the ability to customize the colors of PicsArt Masks with a new Hue slider Shape masks offer the opportunity to choose from a variety of shapes to overlay on your photos and they have been made even better recently - by adding the option to customize them by texture in addition to the previously available color and opacity

For a quick fix and speedy share of an image we introduced the Auto Enhance tool which automatically brings you the basic best version of your image while still allowing you to customize in small ways

In addition to these commonly shared updates the two platforms have some differences as well iOS users can now customize their collages by adjusting the inner borders and can choose from a whole new variety of pre-made grids iOS users will also be excited about our updates in the Social Network as written tags and usernames written out in comments or photo descriptions now automatically become links to what they are referencing This will make it easier for users to discover each other as well as trending tags

Donrsquot worry Android users you have some cool stuff too We know that photo stealing has become an issue in our network so we have removed the save option for photos Now only photos that have freetoedit tag can be saved and reused by others If you do not tag your miages with that tag no one will be able to save them We hope that this will help prevent photo theft and preserve the artistic rights of our creative userbase

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A Brief Introduction to Photo History

Although photography as we know it is among the youngest of the major art forms its history can be traced back to ancient times Chinese philosopher Mo-Zi discussed the principles of a camera obscura in the 4th or 5th century BCE For two thousand years it was known as a small dark room (or box) with a tiny hole in one wall through which light shone and projected an inverted image

During the late 1500s Giambattista della Portia perfected its design by adding a convex lens to the hole making a sharper more detailed image Camera obscuras allowed artists to trace a scene in ink for a more faithful reproduction

The Early Days of Image Processing

The 18th and 19th centuries saw a multitude of methods for image processing and creation In 1727 Johann Schulze mixed chalk silver and nitric acid - a very early photosensitive compound - noting that one side of the flask darkened when exposed to sunlight In 1816 Joseph Niceacutephore Nieacutepce created the worlds first photograph by coating a metal plate in a silver chloride solution and exposing it to light for 8 hours However he did not discover a way of permanently fixing

the image for another decadeWilliam Henry Fox Talbot applied Nieacutepces recipe to paper in 1834 fixing the images with a salt solution and eventually patenting the first paper negative as the ldquoCalotyperdquo in 1841

Meanwhile Louis Daguerre was creating the Daguerrotype by coating copper sheets in silver iodide creating a metal negative which he developed in a solution of mercury These two inventions lead to the creation of photography To that end on August 19 1839 the French government publicly acknowledged the invention of photography

The first glass negative was made by Frederick Scott Archer in 1851 using a wet plate collodion process During the 1850s the tintype photograph emerged this made the negative image appear positive by exposing it onto a dark-coloured metal sheet coated with collodion which made the shadows appear light and the highlights dark

In 1861 James Clerk-Maxwell realized that he could photograph a scene three times through a red blue and green filter and project the images on top of each other to create a full-colour image

Finally in 1871 Richard Leach Maddox suspended the silver solution in gelatin creating the dry emulsion which sent photography skyrocketing It was applied first to glass negatives but would later find its way onto the thin plastic film that made photography possible for the public at large

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The Photographic Boom

By 1878 glass plate negatives were being manufactured commercially and in 1880 George Eastman opened what would become the Eastman-Kodak company Within ten years he was producing roll film and in 1900 released the first personal camera the Kodak Brownie In 1907 the Lumiegravere Brothers released the first commercial colour film

Oscar Barnack working for Leitz microscopes pushed camera invention forward in 1914 with the first 35mm camera which was improved upon and released in 1924 as the first Leica camera 1936 saw the introduction of the modern SLR (single-lens reflex camera) as well as the legendary Kodachrome film which finally made colour photography popular Polaroid would release instant black-and-white film in 1948 followed by the colour version in 1963

Students from the Emerson School for GirlsSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

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Unidentified Woman in Nine Oval ViewsSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

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The Digital Takeover

The first digital camera was invented in 1975 by Steve Sasson of Kodak using CCD sensor technology invented by Willard Boyle and George Smith in 1969 The birth of auto focus came with Minoltas Maxxum in 1985 paving the way for the worlds first commercially-available digital SLR ndash Kodaks 13 megapixel DCS-100 which sold in 1991 for $30000 USD Eight years later Nikon would wrestle away Kodaks dominance of the photo industry with the release of the D1 a 27MP model which went for a comparatively modest $6000

In 2003 Canon released the Digital Rebel the first consumer-level DSLR with a price tag under $1000 followed two years later by the first full-frame digital camera the 5D

Adobe hopped on the digital wave with the creation of Photoshop in 1990

A decade later the first camera phone was developed by Sharp in the early years of the new millennium Kodak ceased all production of film cameras in 2004 and even though the variety has been pared down they continue to produce film for the die-hard analog market

In the past ten years the major camera companies have focused their research and development almost entirely on improving their digital technology which has now begun to plateau The possibilities for future ingenuity now lay wide open with endless photographic possibilities waiting just over the horizon

The Reading EstablishmentAttributed to William Henry Fox Talbot (British 1800ndash1877)

Medium Salted paper prints from paper negatives

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Lola MontezSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

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Lemuel ShawSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

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Louis-Jacques-Mandeacute DaguerreJohn Jabez Edwin Mayall (British Oldham Lancashire 1813ndash1901 West Sussex)

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View Down Brattle Street from the Southworth amp Hawes Studio at 5 12 Tremont Row Boston

Southworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)Medium Daguerreotype

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Interview with Celebrity Photographer Jason Bell Having shot for publications like Vanity Fair Vogue photographed royals and had some of his work submitted into Britainrsquos National Portrait Gallery Jason Bell has cemented his place as one of the foremost portrait photographers of his generation He has published four books and received more accolades than we have room to mention In any case Jasonrsquos work is the gold-standard when it comes to peering past the face and into the soul of subject model or celebrity His work has fascinated us for some time so we interviewed him to learn more about his work and career

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INERVIEW

All images by and copyright of Jason Bell

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How did you become a photographer

I just always was I took pictures a lot as a child and then when I was at school I was given the keys to the school dark room which I remember finding a magical place It just carried on from there

You actually studied Politics Philosophy and Economics at Oxford and as of today you have photographed some of the most powerful individuals on earth from presidents to royals Is there a correlation there

I am a strong believer in researching the people I photograph so I think it helps that my education has given me an understanding of what some of them do

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What was it like to take the official christening photographs of Prince George

It was an honour to be asked Everyone kept telling me beforehand how nervous I would be and that I must be so stressed But I actually felt very relaxed throughout They gave me all the time I needed to prepare and were very friendly and relaxed I enjoyed it

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Many of your photos are part of the permanent collection of the National Portrait Gallery the United Kingdomrsquos official gallery for portraits of historical British people Your work is national history How does this feel

I try not to think of it in those terms but more about what I want to say about the person Irsquom photographing or what I can encourage them to reveal

Are there any portraits of yours in the National Portrait Gallery that stand out as favourites

My favourites tend to be favourites because they are people I have felt a particular connection with or even become friends with I try to do that with everyone I photograph but obviously it happens with some people more than others

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Yoursquove captured a lot of artists and entertainers as well What is it like photographing celebrities

I am lucky in that I photographed some famous people very early on in my career so I got used to it very quickly and it is not something that I find difficult to deal with at all now They are just people like everybody else and usually enjoy being treated as such

You did the movie posters for modern British classic like Billy Elliot and Love Actually How is shooting a movie poster different from capturing a portrait

It tends to be much more art directed so I have less freedom to just do what I want and have to follow a brief more carefully In those instances I try to follow that brief and then give them something in addition that they maybe didnrsquot know they wanted

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Have you ever photographed someone who had maybe been a role model of some kind for you or maybe just admired greatly

Yes - very early on in my career I was sent to Iceland to photograph Bjork I had been listening to that first album of hers all summer and so was a bit of a fan It actually kind of got in the way initially me being a fan and I had to get past that as quickly as possible to find the person I wanted to photograph

What was the most surreal moment you ever experienced during a photography shoot

I was shooting a campaign for the Royal Opera House of a Chinese opera singer called Liping Zhang in a beautiful area near the Mongolian border We were assured the weather would be OK since it was late spring but a freak snowstorm came through so we were all freezing and inappropriately dressed and we had to bundle her up in Chinese army coats to keep her warm and at the last moment there was so much snow we couldnrsquot even drive her to the spot where I wanted to photograph her so in order to get her there we had to rent a camel to put her on

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What advice would you give to amatuer photographers

Many of the students and amateurs who come to see me show me a little bit of everything That is unlikely to get you commissioned when you are starting out So I think itrsquos better to concentrate on one thing and do it very well at the beginning and then when that goes well you can branch out

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Bewitched by BlightA building in ruins hangs together by what seems like threads One of the upper floors sags precariously just inches above the head of a young woman who strolls absent-mindedly with a teddy-bear in hand It seems possible that at any moment the whole structure could come crashing down Lady Luck we presume

Danny Aguirre (danny-aguirre-142) is the PicsArtist responsible for this Photo of the Month entitled Lady Luck Aguirre edited this image to perfection transplanting a young lively and vibrant woman into a world of decay In this manner the photo speaks to us through contrast

Darkly lit ruins once full of life now sit forgotten surrounded by sick yellow skies The deteriorating building bears down on an unwary and carefree youth (Lady Luck) ambling at the mercy of its behemonth broken structure In this peculiar and eerie scene Aguirre captivates his audience while conveying the promise of the unexpected

In an ever-changing world Aguirre has captured the aesthetic beauty of a building that has passed its prime However in its old age the building has become something else entirely a peculiar and curious space open to imaginative interpretation This is perhaps the luck that the young lady pictured in the image and Aguirres audience have stumbled upon an unexpected opportunity to reflect on the present in light of the past Through his creative vision Aguirre allows us to study ourselves and the physical structures we leave behind for future generations

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A Photographerrsquos Guide to the US

The most unique shots in America and where to get them

Kelso San Dunes Mojave Desert

If yoursquore looking for a unique photography opportunity head for the Kelso Sand Dunes - mountainous piles of sand that seem to spring up from nowhere in the middle of the Mojave Desert The tallest dunes can rise up to 650 feet above the surrounding terrain In this setting a well-timed hike might allow you photograph the sunset from a phenomenal vantage point A couple words of caution be sure to take a flashlight in order to get back to your car and never go alone

If you donrsquot make it to the sand dunes dont despair The spectacular darkness of the Mojave desert translates into spectacular nighttime photography With almost no ambient light (apart from the stars and the vague glow over the horizon coming from Las Vegas) the Mojave is the perfect place to experiment with time lapse night shots and double exposures This is a surefire way to snap some fantastic shots

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The Redwood Forests California

If you drive down the west coast of California on Route 1 yoursquoll suddenly find yourself in a magical landscape of trees so tall that you feel like a tiny critter The redwood forests in California are truly a sight to behold and the deep ochre of the tree barks is spectacular to see

Driving through this area is fantastic but make sure that you park up and go exploring with your camera This is one of the best places for nature photography The way the light streams through the canopy in the late afternoon is nothing short of breathtaking a must see for every photographer

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Tucson Arizona

Tucson may not seem like a photographerrsquos haven and if you visit in July when the temperatures soar to over 100 degrees Fahrenheit it certainly wonrsquot feel like it either However the landscape of this often-forgotten city makes for some truly breathtaking sunsets and sunrises where flat land gives way to gorgeous mountains ensconced by sunlight

If you visit Tucson youll also find that it is an unlikely hotbed of culture and art With a history that goes back much further than many of its neighbors in the south west Tucson boasts remarkable architecture historic neighborhoods and museums not to mention the Mission San Xavier del Bac an 18th-century mission that is still functioning Whats more the city has a distinctly Western flavor in light of pervasive Native American and Mexican influences After the sun goes down yoursquoll also find art events and bars alive with music and bonding in a comfy college-town atmosphere which means that you can capture some great shots of people simply being themselves

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DIY Wall Decorations for Kids Room

Artists start young so here we want to show how you can nurture art into a child by decorating his room so he starts seeing and valuing creativity from his early days

This DIY tutorial is so easy to do that if you have elder children you can involve them in the process of making these awsome wall hangings Make a collage in minutes that will be an impressive surprise for everyone and give you a proud piece of original artwork to hang on the wall in your kids room

For this project yoursquoll need a color printer markers scissors glue 2 pieces of ordinary cardboard and 4 equal-sized colorfull cardboards or canvas

Step 1 PrintFind some awesome characters online by either browsing clipart in the PicsArt Shop or googling cartoon images Also print out some basic colors or patterns to cut into shapes If you dont like the color of your background cardboards or canvases you can either color them with paint or print out patterns to make your backgrounds more colorful

Step 2 CutCut out your characters carefully and glue them on cardboard Now cut out the cardboard in the shape of your characters Be sure to cut out shapes for the scenery of your collage like clouds and trees There is no need to glue them on an additional cardboard if you do not want to make them look 3D

Step 3 Create 3D ElementsIdentify some parts of the animals you want to highlight like tails eyes or ears Cut out two of those parts from cardboard and glue one over the other so that the one with patterns stays on top

Step 4 GlueGlue your shapes onto 4 pieces of cardboard Start with the scenery (trees and clouds) then glue on your characters then glue on their cool colored double-layered body parts to make them stand out As a result you will have 3D-like animals or any other items you want

Step 6 Draw Parts and Write MessagesYou can draw some fine elements into your collage using ordinary colorful markers You can also write a message on your collage with a marker Your creations are now ready to make your child smile

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Danielrsquos Twisted Animal Crime LineupGreat artists know how to turn heads with their art and that is certainly the case with PicsArtist of the Month Daniel (n3cr0n0m1c0n) However when he turns heads he turns them into something else Daniel has recently unveiled a series of photos that replace the head of a human body with various animal heads - the only exception being an awesome Star Wars stormtrooper helmet

In each photo of the series Daniels body dons a different head Nevertheless he is shown wearing the same clothes - a leather jacket with a zipper that runs diagonally across his torso into the side of his collar The thing about Danielrsquos photos is that the details of their construction work really well together to create a dark artistic vision with grungy undertones

Despite this odd synergy each photo is posed with a nonchalance that seems to undermine the strangeness of it all every shot displaying the emotional expression of a criminal lineup or mugshot The body takes on a neutral stance and the animal heads stare with vacant expressions as if silently counting the seconds for the camera shutter to click so they can walk off and do something else The overall emotional effect is weird uneasy slightly comic and extremely captivating

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Add Flare to Your PhotosMany photographers spend years trying to capture a glimmering lens flare They invest in expensive lenses and strain to catch the light at just the right angle

Historically and for many photographers lens flare is a vexing light that reflects off the glass of your lens ruining an otherwise brilliant shot However the twinkling beauty of lens flare has transformed it from purely accidental into an artform of its own with many pros spending months trying to perfect their lens flare technique

PicsArt eases this process for you by offering some dazzlingly realistic lens flares that can be inserted during the editing process PicsArt lens flares are also fully customizable so you can integrate them seamlessly into your favorite shots Here we demonstrate four of PicsArtrsquos lens flares in action over the same photo each one offering itrsquos own mesmerizing effect And the best part is all they require is one touch

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PICSART IN ACTION

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8 Killer Tips for Air Show Photography

by Chris Corradino

As temperatures warm up around most of the globe its time to once again welcome the return of Air Show season If youve never attended one before get ready for a thrilling event No matter how many times I photograph these high flying performances the power and precision of the pilots never fails to amaze me While they are an astonishing sight the raw speed of the passing jets can make for a challenging photo opportunity This article includes eight essential tips to help you capture the big event in your area

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TUTORIAL Shooting

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Beat the Crowds

Since much of the 2013 flying season was cancelled due to budget cuts this years shows are expected to smash previous attendance records With more than 150000 people jockeying for a good vantage point its essential you arrive 1-2 hours before the show starts This allows you to set up your gear in a prime location with unobstructed views of the action Before settling on a spot scan the horizon for any distractions that could block your lens The performers usually enter from the left and right with their stunts done at show center

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Lens Options

Air shows are usually several hours in duration and longer lenses can get quite heavy Image

stabilization is a nice feature but a tripod will give your arms a break and allow you to

create sharp images consistently While the majority of my aviation work

is shot with longer lenses I find that wide angle lenses are also

useful for performance teams that are spread out in wide

formations By utilizing a few different options

you can capture more of the action and

come home with a diverse collection

of images

Camera Settings

In order to freeze the flight of an aircraft travelling over 500 miles per hour youll need a very fast shutter speed For the best results I recommend at least 11000th of a second This is quick enough to stop even the fastest of aircrafts while also preventing camera shaking My exposure is typically around 11000 ISO 400 and f56 These settings are not meant to be exact but merely a starting point Depending on the weather conditions that day adjustments may be necessary

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Autofocus Techniques

Most DSLR cameras feature continuous focusing also known as AI Servo This mode will allow you to track moving subjects Keep your center focusing point over the aircraft with your shutter held halfway down As you follow the plane through your viewfinder the camera will automatically adjust the focus as the aircraft gets closer When you are ready to make an image simply press the shutter all the way down Air Show organizers often arrange photo passes where the pilot flies at a reduced speed Donrsquot get too comfortable though they return to full speed after just a few slow turns

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The Peak of Action

Smoke trails and afterburner effects are great additions to an aviation image Be ready for them as they happen quickly The trails of white smoke are actually created by pumping oil into the exhaust pipe This is particularly interesting when used by an entire formation of planes The patterns of smoke can be used to make for a more artistic composition In addition it adds a bit of contrast to the otherwise plain blue sky I also look to capture the interaction between two planes When pilots are flying side by side with their wings nearly touching a great deal of tension is introduced to the photo By freezing this moment in time you are also showcasing the precision and skill of the daring pilots

Enough Memory

With all of this fast-paced action you will likely burn through many memory cards rapidly I used to bring a portable hard drive with me and download the contents of the card while continuing to shoot This is no longer necessary as large capacity cards of 32GB are now very reasonably priced I like to shoot in RAW format whenever possible However if you are short on memory cards you may want to consider shooting in the LargeFine JPEG format This will allow you to fit more images on the card than RAW

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Capture The Local Color

For an up close look at some of these aircrafts check with your local airport or military base for static displays From the ground you can get a much better look at details like the paint scheme and propellers Depending on the venue you may even be able to climb inside the cockpit Since you will be very close a wide angle lens is the preferred choice here Walk around the entire plane to search for the best angle and create a strong composition

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Capture The Local Color

During the brief pauses in action turn your lens towards the people around you Spectators can often yield some interesting images Maybe its time for a quick selfie as well Pay special attention to any signs that may show the events name These can be used to start and end your gallery of images

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Creative Edits A City on a Back of an AnimalThe PicsArt editor makes really cool editing tricks easily available to anyone who has the will and imagination You can create some really amazing surreal images with PicsArt and to show you what we mean we have created a tutorial on how to raise an entire city on the back of an animal by combining photos and applying effects This tutorial also introduces users to our recently added feature for Android devices which lets users create their own custom clipart Follow these simple steps to become a photo wizard with PicsArt

TUTORIAL Editing

Step 1 Open Your Photo

Upload an animal photo from the Photo section of the main menu Make sure that your photo features a brightly lit animal in front of a dark background

Step 2 Apply the Cinerama Effect to the Main Photo

Select the Effects icon and choose the Cinerama effect from the Fx section of the Effects menu Save and confirm with checkmark

Step 3 Add a New Photo

Select the Add Photo icon and add a photo of the city you want to place on the back of the animal

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Step 4 Apply the Cinerama Effect

Select the top left icon (the Effect icon) from the menu that appears after you add a photo Apply the Cinerama effect just like you did with your main photo

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Step 5 Cut and Create Clipart

Select the Scissors icon from the top menu (ie the Free Crop option) Choose the Lasso option by clicking on the Brush icon Use the lasso to cut out the skyline of your city from the background Press the Save as Clipart button at the top of the screen to save your selection as a clipart image This will save your selection in My Clipart section allowing you to reuse it on any image whenever you need it

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Step 6 Place and Blend the Image

Adjust the size of your city and place it on the back of the animal Select and apply the Lighten blending mode from the menu

below Confirm the changes you have made

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Step 7 Shape Masks

Select the Shape Mask icon and choose a shape to frame your photo Reduce the opacity to around 30 to go with your shot Confirm and save your creation

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How to Draw Amazing Anime

Step by Step Tutorial

Anime has a unique style that has garnered global popularity even fanaticism This tutorial demonstrates how to make your very own anime using PicsArt Drawing Tools and your smart device

See how PicsArt Drawing Tools make drawing fun and easy and use this step by step tutorial to create your very own anime Who knows Maybe one day your anime will become the main character for your own cartoon or comics

TUTORIAL Drawing

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Step 1 Draw the Basic Outline

Draw a basic outline of your anime character using simple strokes in a light blue color so that you will be able to distinguish it from other outlines later on

Step 2 Refine your Outline

Add a new layer and use your previous layer as a guide to draw a more precise outline Delete the layer with the blue outline when finished

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Step 4 Add Color

Use thick colorful brushes to add the basic first layer of colors to your drawing

Step 3 Final Outline

Reduce the opacity and add a new layer for your final outline Trace a final outline using clean and deliberate strokes Make sure you get all of your details exactly right and correct previous mistakes Delete or hide previous outline layer when done

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Step 5 Add Shading

Add a new layer and outline the areas of your drawing you would like to shade Color this outline in black when you are ready

Step 6 Background Color

Reduce the opacity of your shade layer for a more subtle shade Use brighter tones to add lighting and reflection in your drawing Finish your drawing by using a translucent brush to add shading and texture to your background This creates ambiance and gives your anime character that final touch of realism it needs

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Design a Postcard that Encapsulates Summer VacationPicsArt has everything you need to create the perfect postcard using your summer photos With the right combination of masks texts and clipart you can create a professional card that perfectly captures the feelings and images of your fondest summer vacation memories

With this tutorial wersquoll show you an example of how to create a postcard step by step Yoursquoll be surprised at how easy it is to make something look so good in five easy steps

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Step 1 Upload a PhotoUpload a photo from the edit section of the main menu

TUTORIAL Design

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Step 2 Add Shape MaskSelect the Shape Mask icon from the menu bar and choose a shape mask that fits your photo best Customize the color size and opacity of the mask

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Step 3 2nd Shape MaskAdd a second Shape Mask with the same color and opacity as your previous one Reverse the mask by checking the box next to Inverse at the bottom right corner

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Step 4 Add TextPress the Text icon to add text to your postcard Add your text line by line to experiment with different fonts sizes and colors

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Step 5 Add ClipartPress the Clipart icon and choose clipart images to add that go with the theme of your postcard Customize the size and color to complete your postcard

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PicsArtist Roxyrsquos Visceral Mobile ArtThe series of abstract portraits created by PicsArtist Roxy HArt (roxyhart) are gripping Not only is her artwork raw and emotionally charged but it is rendered in a unique artistic fashion - all on her mobile phone

At times Roxy mixes her drawings with photography blending the two togehter with a variety of brush strokes and textures Roxy does not hold back when she faces inner anguish as an artist but rather injects this emotion into her work

Nevertheless some of her portraits are less jarring possessing a softer more poetic touch In these portraits her frustration gives way to melancholy as she tones down stark reds and peppers her portraits with faded yellows purples and blues

Not long ago terms like ldquomobile artrdquo were easily dismissed by the fine art mainstream but PicsArtists like Roxy prove that a tablet or smartphone can be just as powerful as a canvas and paintbrush The following collection of portraits by Roxy illustrate that even without the traditional tools mobile artwork retains emotion and authenticity

INSPIRATION Drawing

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WHATS NEW

PicsArtrsquos Exciting New Features for iOS and Android Devices

PicsArt recently released some exciting updates for Android and iOS Most of the new features were available for both platforms but they had their slight differences

The update included two new effects Dodger and Vintage Ivory The former softens your photo with pale colors and ambient lighting while the latter is inspired by vintage color palettes and resolutions but with a new whiter and brighter twist

PicsArt also gave users the ability to customize the colors of PicsArt Masks with a new Hue slider Shape masks offer the opportunity to choose from a variety of shapes to overlay on your photos and they have been made even better recently - by adding the option to customize them by texture in addition to the previously available color and opacity

For a quick fix and speedy share of an image we introduced the Auto Enhance tool which automatically brings you the basic best version of your image while still allowing you to customize in small ways

In addition to these commonly shared updates the two platforms have some differences as well iOS users can now customize their collages by adjusting the inner borders and can choose from a whole new variety of pre-made grids iOS users will also be excited about our updates in the Social Network as written tags and usernames written out in comments or photo descriptions now automatically become links to what they are referencing This will make it easier for users to discover each other as well as trending tags

Donrsquot worry Android users you have some cool stuff too We know that photo stealing has become an issue in our network so we have removed the save option for photos Now only photos that have freetoedit tag can be saved and reused by others If you do not tag your miages with that tag no one will be able to save them We hope that this will help prevent photo theft and preserve the artistic rights of our creative userbase

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A Brief Introduction to Photo History

Although photography as we know it is among the youngest of the major art forms its history can be traced back to ancient times Chinese philosopher Mo-Zi discussed the principles of a camera obscura in the 4th or 5th century BCE For two thousand years it was known as a small dark room (or box) with a tiny hole in one wall through which light shone and projected an inverted image

During the late 1500s Giambattista della Portia perfected its design by adding a convex lens to the hole making a sharper more detailed image Camera obscuras allowed artists to trace a scene in ink for a more faithful reproduction

The Early Days of Image Processing

The 18th and 19th centuries saw a multitude of methods for image processing and creation In 1727 Johann Schulze mixed chalk silver and nitric acid - a very early photosensitive compound - noting that one side of the flask darkened when exposed to sunlight In 1816 Joseph Niceacutephore Nieacutepce created the worlds first photograph by coating a metal plate in a silver chloride solution and exposing it to light for 8 hours However he did not discover a way of permanently fixing

the image for another decadeWilliam Henry Fox Talbot applied Nieacutepces recipe to paper in 1834 fixing the images with a salt solution and eventually patenting the first paper negative as the ldquoCalotyperdquo in 1841

Meanwhile Louis Daguerre was creating the Daguerrotype by coating copper sheets in silver iodide creating a metal negative which he developed in a solution of mercury These two inventions lead to the creation of photography To that end on August 19 1839 the French government publicly acknowledged the invention of photography

The first glass negative was made by Frederick Scott Archer in 1851 using a wet plate collodion process During the 1850s the tintype photograph emerged this made the negative image appear positive by exposing it onto a dark-coloured metal sheet coated with collodion which made the shadows appear light and the highlights dark

In 1861 James Clerk-Maxwell realized that he could photograph a scene three times through a red blue and green filter and project the images on top of each other to create a full-colour image

Finally in 1871 Richard Leach Maddox suspended the silver solution in gelatin creating the dry emulsion which sent photography skyrocketing It was applied first to glass negatives but would later find its way onto the thin plastic film that made photography possible for the public at large

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The Photographic Boom

By 1878 glass plate negatives were being manufactured commercially and in 1880 George Eastman opened what would become the Eastman-Kodak company Within ten years he was producing roll film and in 1900 released the first personal camera the Kodak Brownie In 1907 the Lumiegravere Brothers released the first commercial colour film

Oscar Barnack working for Leitz microscopes pushed camera invention forward in 1914 with the first 35mm camera which was improved upon and released in 1924 as the first Leica camera 1936 saw the introduction of the modern SLR (single-lens reflex camera) as well as the legendary Kodachrome film which finally made colour photography popular Polaroid would release instant black-and-white film in 1948 followed by the colour version in 1963

Students from the Emerson School for GirlsSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

Medium Daguerreotype

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Unidentified Woman in Nine Oval ViewsSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

Medium Daguerreotype

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The Digital Takeover

The first digital camera was invented in 1975 by Steve Sasson of Kodak using CCD sensor technology invented by Willard Boyle and George Smith in 1969 The birth of auto focus came with Minoltas Maxxum in 1985 paving the way for the worlds first commercially-available digital SLR ndash Kodaks 13 megapixel DCS-100 which sold in 1991 for $30000 USD Eight years later Nikon would wrestle away Kodaks dominance of the photo industry with the release of the D1 a 27MP model which went for a comparatively modest $6000

In 2003 Canon released the Digital Rebel the first consumer-level DSLR with a price tag under $1000 followed two years later by the first full-frame digital camera the 5D

Adobe hopped on the digital wave with the creation of Photoshop in 1990

A decade later the first camera phone was developed by Sharp in the early years of the new millennium Kodak ceased all production of film cameras in 2004 and even though the variety has been pared down they continue to produce film for the die-hard analog market

In the past ten years the major camera companies have focused their research and development almost entirely on improving their digital technology which has now begun to plateau The possibilities for future ingenuity now lay wide open with endless photographic possibilities waiting just over the horizon

The Reading EstablishmentAttributed to William Henry Fox Talbot (British 1800ndash1877)

Medium Salted paper prints from paper negatives

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Lola MontezSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

Medium Daguerreotype

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Lemuel ShawSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

Medium Daguerreotype

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Louis-Jacques-Mandeacute DaguerreJohn Jabez Edwin Mayall (British Oldham Lancashire 1813ndash1901 West Sussex)

Medium Albumen silver print from glass negative

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View Down Brattle Street from the Southworth amp Hawes Studio at 5 12 Tremont Row Boston

Southworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)Medium Daguerreotype

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Interview with Celebrity Photographer Jason Bell Having shot for publications like Vanity Fair Vogue photographed royals and had some of his work submitted into Britainrsquos National Portrait Gallery Jason Bell has cemented his place as one of the foremost portrait photographers of his generation He has published four books and received more accolades than we have room to mention In any case Jasonrsquos work is the gold-standard when it comes to peering past the face and into the soul of subject model or celebrity His work has fascinated us for some time so we interviewed him to learn more about his work and career

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INERVIEW

All images by and copyright of Jason Bell

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How did you become a photographer

I just always was I took pictures a lot as a child and then when I was at school I was given the keys to the school dark room which I remember finding a magical place It just carried on from there

You actually studied Politics Philosophy and Economics at Oxford and as of today you have photographed some of the most powerful individuals on earth from presidents to royals Is there a correlation there

I am a strong believer in researching the people I photograph so I think it helps that my education has given me an understanding of what some of them do

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What was it like to take the official christening photographs of Prince George

It was an honour to be asked Everyone kept telling me beforehand how nervous I would be and that I must be so stressed But I actually felt very relaxed throughout They gave me all the time I needed to prepare and were very friendly and relaxed I enjoyed it

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Many of your photos are part of the permanent collection of the National Portrait Gallery the United Kingdomrsquos official gallery for portraits of historical British people Your work is national history How does this feel

I try not to think of it in those terms but more about what I want to say about the person Irsquom photographing or what I can encourage them to reveal

Are there any portraits of yours in the National Portrait Gallery that stand out as favourites

My favourites tend to be favourites because they are people I have felt a particular connection with or even become friends with I try to do that with everyone I photograph but obviously it happens with some people more than others

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Yoursquove captured a lot of artists and entertainers as well What is it like photographing celebrities

I am lucky in that I photographed some famous people very early on in my career so I got used to it very quickly and it is not something that I find difficult to deal with at all now They are just people like everybody else and usually enjoy being treated as such

You did the movie posters for modern British classic like Billy Elliot and Love Actually How is shooting a movie poster different from capturing a portrait

It tends to be much more art directed so I have less freedom to just do what I want and have to follow a brief more carefully In those instances I try to follow that brief and then give them something in addition that they maybe didnrsquot know they wanted

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Have you ever photographed someone who had maybe been a role model of some kind for you or maybe just admired greatly

Yes - very early on in my career I was sent to Iceland to photograph Bjork I had been listening to that first album of hers all summer and so was a bit of a fan It actually kind of got in the way initially me being a fan and I had to get past that as quickly as possible to find the person I wanted to photograph

What was the most surreal moment you ever experienced during a photography shoot

I was shooting a campaign for the Royal Opera House of a Chinese opera singer called Liping Zhang in a beautiful area near the Mongolian border We were assured the weather would be OK since it was late spring but a freak snowstorm came through so we were all freezing and inappropriately dressed and we had to bundle her up in Chinese army coats to keep her warm and at the last moment there was so much snow we couldnrsquot even drive her to the spot where I wanted to photograph her so in order to get her there we had to rent a camel to put her on

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What advice would you give to amatuer photographers

Many of the students and amateurs who come to see me show me a little bit of everything That is unlikely to get you commissioned when you are starting out So I think itrsquos better to concentrate on one thing and do it very well at the beginning and then when that goes well you can branch out

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Bewitched by BlightA building in ruins hangs together by what seems like threads One of the upper floors sags precariously just inches above the head of a young woman who strolls absent-mindedly with a teddy-bear in hand It seems possible that at any moment the whole structure could come crashing down Lady Luck we presume

Danny Aguirre (danny-aguirre-142) is the PicsArtist responsible for this Photo of the Month entitled Lady Luck Aguirre edited this image to perfection transplanting a young lively and vibrant woman into a world of decay In this manner the photo speaks to us through contrast

Darkly lit ruins once full of life now sit forgotten surrounded by sick yellow skies The deteriorating building bears down on an unwary and carefree youth (Lady Luck) ambling at the mercy of its behemonth broken structure In this peculiar and eerie scene Aguirre captivates his audience while conveying the promise of the unexpected

In an ever-changing world Aguirre has captured the aesthetic beauty of a building that has passed its prime However in its old age the building has become something else entirely a peculiar and curious space open to imaginative interpretation This is perhaps the luck that the young lady pictured in the image and Aguirres audience have stumbled upon an unexpected opportunity to reflect on the present in light of the past Through his creative vision Aguirre allows us to study ourselves and the physical structures we leave behind for future generations

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A Photographerrsquos Guide to the US

The most unique shots in America and where to get them

Kelso San Dunes Mojave Desert

If yoursquore looking for a unique photography opportunity head for the Kelso Sand Dunes - mountainous piles of sand that seem to spring up from nowhere in the middle of the Mojave Desert The tallest dunes can rise up to 650 feet above the surrounding terrain In this setting a well-timed hike might allow you photograph the sunset from a phenomenal vantage point A couple words of caution be sure to take a flashlight in order to get back to your car and never go alone

If you donrsquot make it to the sand dunes dont despair The spectacular darkness of the Mojave desert translates into spectacular nighttime photography With almost no ambient light (apart from the stars and the vague glow over the horizon coming from Las Vegas) the Mojave is the perfect place to experiment with time lapse night shots and double exposures This is a surefire way to snap some fantastic shots

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The Redwood Forests California

If you drive down the west coast of California on Route 1 yoursquoll suddenly find yourself in a magical landscape of trees so tall that you feel like a tiny critter The redwood forests in California are truly a sight to behold and the deep ochre of the tree barks is spectacular to see

Driving through this area is fantastic but make sure that you park up and go exploring with your camera This is one of the best places for nature photography The way the light streams through the canopy in the late afternoon is nothing short of breathtaking a must see for every photographer

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Tucson Arizona

Tucson may not seem like a photographerrsquos haven and if you visit in July when the temperatures soar to over 100 degrees Fahrenheit it certainly wonrsquot feel like it either However the landscape of this often-forgotten city makes for some truly breathtaking sunsets and sunrises where flat land gives way to gorgeous mountains ensconced by sunlight

If you visit Tucson youll also find that it is an unlikely hotbed of culture and art With a history that goes back much further than many of its neighbors in the south west Tucson boasts remarkable architecture historic neighborhoods and museums not to mention the Mission San Xavier del Bac an 18th-century mission that is still functioning Whats more the city has a distinctly Western flavor in light of pervasive Native American and Mexican influences After the sun goes down yoursquoll also find art events and bars alive with music and bonding in a comfy college-town atmosphere which means that you can capture some great shots of people simply being themselves

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DIY Wall Decorations for Kids Room

Artists start young so here we want to show how you can nurture art into a child by decorating his room so he starts seeing and valuing creativity from his early days

This DIY tutorial is so easy to do that if you have elder children you can involve them in the process of making these awsome wall hangings Make a collage in minutes that will be an impressive surprise for everyone and give you a proud piece of original artwork to hang on the wall in your kids room

For this project yoursquoll need a color printer markers scissors glue 2 pieces of ordinary cardboard and 4 equal-sized colorfull cardboards or canvas

Step 1 PrintFind some awesome characters online by either browsing clipart in the PicsArt Shop or googling cartoon images Also print out some basic colors or patterns to cut into shapes If you dont like the color of your background cardboards or canvases you can either color them with paint or print out patterns to make your backgrounds more colorful

Step 2 CutCut out your characters carefully and glue them on cardboard Now cut out the cardboard in the shape of your characters Be sure to cut out shapes for the scenery of your collage like clouds and trees There is no need to glue them on an additional cardboard if you do not want to make them look 3D

Step 3 Create 3D ElementsIdentify some parts of the animals you want to highlight like tails eyes or ears Cut out two of those parts from cardboard and glue one over the other so that the one with patterns stays on top

Step 4 GlueGlue your shapes onto 4 pieces of cardboard Start with the scenery (trees and clouds) then glue on your characters then glue on their cool colored double-layered body parts to make them stand out As a result you will have 3D-like animals or any other items you want

Step 6 Draw Parts and Write MessagesYou can draw some fine elements into your collage using ordinary colorful markers You can also write a message on your collage with a marker Your creations are now ready to make your child smile

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Danielrsquos Twisted Animal Crime LineupGreat artists know how to turn heads with their art and that is certainly the case with PicsArtist of the Month Daniel (n3cr0n0m1c0n) However when he turns heads he turns them into something else Daniel has recently unveiled a series of photos that replace the head of a human body with various animal heads - the only exception being an awesome Star Wars stormtrooper helmet

In each photo of the series Daniels body dons a different head Nevertheless he is shown wearing the same clothes - a leather jacket with a zipper that runs diagonally across his torso into the side of his collar The thing about Danielrsquos photos is that the details of their construction work really well together to create a dark artistic vision with grungy undertones

Despite this odd synergy each photo is posed with a nonchalance that seems to undermine the strangeness of it all every shot displaying the emotional expression of a criminal lineup or mugshot The body takes on a neutral stance and the animal heads stare with vacant expressions as if silently counting the seconds for the camera shutter to click so they can walk off and do something else The overall emotional effect is weird uneasy slightly comic and extremely captivating

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FEATURE Artist

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Add Flare to Your PhotosMany photographers spend years trying to capture a glimmering lens flare They invest in expensive lenses and strain to catch the light at just the right angle

Historically and for many photographers lens flare is a vexing light that reflects off the glass of your lens ruining an otherwise brilliant shot However the twinkling beauty of lens flare has transformed it from purely accidental into an artform of its own with many pros spending months trying to perfect their lens flare technique

PicsArt eases this process for you by offering some dazzlingly realistic lens flares that can be inserted during the editing process PicsArt lens flares are also fully customizable so you can integrate them seamlessly into your favorite shots Here we demonstrate four of PicsArtrsquos lens flares in action over the same photo each one offering itrsquos own mesmerizing effect And the best part is all they require is one touch

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8 Killer Tips for Air Show Photography

by Chris Corradino

As temperatures warm up around most of the globe its time to once again welcome the return of Air Show season If youve never attended one before get ready for a thrilling event No matter how many times I photograph these high flying performances the power and precision of the pilots never fails to amaze me While they are an astonishing sight the raw speed of the passing jets can make for a challenging photo opportunity This article includes eight essential tips to help you capture the big event in your area

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TUTORIAL Shooting

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Beat the Crowds

Since much of the 2013 flying season was cancelled due to budget cuts this years shows are expected to smash previous attendance records With more than 150000 people jockeying for a good vantage point its essential you arrive 1-2 hours before the show starts This allows you to set up your gear in a prime location with unobstructed views of the action Before settling on a spot scan the horizon for any distractions that could block your lens The performers usually enter from the left and right with their stunts done at show center

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Lens Options

Air shows are usually several hours in duration and longer lenses can get quite heavy Image

stabilization is a nice feature but a tripod will give your arms a break and allow you to

create sharp images consistently While the majority of my aviation work

is shot with longer lenses I find that wide angle lenses are also

useful for performance teams that are spread out in wide

formations By utilizing a few different options

you can capture more of the action and

come home with a diverse collection

of images

Camera Settings

In order to freeze the flight of an aircraft travelling over 500 miles per hour youll need a very fast shutter speed For the best results I recommend at least 11000th of a second This is quick enough to stop even the fastest of aircrafts while also preventing camera shaking My exposure is typically around 11000 ISO 400 and f56 These settings are not meant to be exact but merely a starting point Depending on the weather conditions that day adjustments may be necessary

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Autofocus Techniques

Most DSLR cameras feature continuous focusing also known as AI Servo This mode will allow you to track moving subjects Keep your center focusing point over the aircraft with your shutter held halfway down As you follow the plane through your viewfinder the camera will automatically adjust the focus as the aircraft gets closer When you are ready to make an image simply press the shutter all the way down Air Show organizers often arrange photo passes where the pilot flies at a reduced speed Donrsquot get too comfortable though they return to full speed after just a few slow turns

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The Peak of Action

Smoke trails and afterburner effects are great additions to an aviation image Be ready for them as they happen quickly The trails of white smoke are actually created by pumping oil into the exhaust pipe This is particularly interesting when used by an entire formation of planes The patterns of smoke can be used to make for a more artistic composition In addition it adds a bit of contrast to the otherwise plain blue sky I also look to capture the interaction between two planes When pilots are flying side by side with their wings nearly touching a great deal of tension is introduced to the photo By freezing this moment in time you are also showcasing the precision and skill of the daring pilots

Enough Memory

With all of this fast-paced action you will likely burn through many memory cards rapidly I used to bring a portable hard drive with me and download the contents of the card while continuing to shoot This is no longer necessary as large capacity cards of 32GB are now very reasonably priced I like to shoot in RAW format whenever possible However if you are short on memory cards you may want to consider shooting in the LargeFine JPEG format This will allow you to fit more images on the card than RAW

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Capture The Local Color

For an up close look at some of these aircrafts check with your local airport or military base for static displays From the ground you can get a much better look at details like the paint scheme and propellers Depending on the venue you may even be able to climb inside the cockpit Since you will be very close a wide angle lens is the preferred choice here Walk around the entire plane to search for the best angle and create a strong composition

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Capture The Local Color

During the brief pauses in action turn your lens towards the people around you Spectators can often yield some interesting images Maybe its time for a quick selfie as well Pay special attention to any signs that may show the events name These can be used to start and end your gallery of images

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Creative Edits A City on a Back of an AnimalThe PicsArt editor makes really cool editing tricks easily available to anyone who has the will and imagination You can create some really amazing surreal images with PicsArt and to show you what we mean we have created a tutorial on how to raise an entire city on the back of an animal by combining photos and applying effects This tutorial also introduces users to our recently added feature for Android devices which lets users create their own custom clipart Follow these simple steps to become a photo wizard with PicsArt

TUTORIAL Editing

Step 1 Open Your Photo

Upload an animal photo from the Photo section of the main menu Make sure that your photo features a brightly lit animal in front of a dark background

Step 2 Apply the Cinerama Effect to the Main Photo

Select the Effects icon and choose the Cinerama effect from the Fx section of the Effects menu Save and confirm with checkmark

Step 3 Add a New Photo

Select the Add Photo icon and add a photo of the city you want to place on the back of the animal

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Step 4 Apply the Cinerama Effect

Select the top left icon (the Effect icon) from the menu that appears after you add a photo Apply the Cinerama effect just like you did with your main photo

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Step 5 Cut and Create Clipart

Select the Scissors icon from the top menu (ie the Free Crop option) Choose the Lasso option by clicking on the Brush icon Use the lasso to cut out the skyline of your city from the background Press the Save as Clipart button at the top of the screen to save your selection as a clipart image This will save your selection in My Clipart section allowing you to reuse it on any image whenever you need it

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Step 6 Place and Blend the Image

Adjust the size of your city and place it on the back of the animal Select and apply the Lighten blending mode from the menu

below Confirm the changes you have made

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Step 7 Shape Masks

Select the Shape Mask icon and choose a shape to frame your photo Reduce the opacity to around 30 to go with your shot Confirm and save your creation

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How to Draw Amazing Anime

Step by Step Tutorial

Anime has a unique style that has garnered global popularity even fanaticism This tutorial demonstrates how to make your very own anime using PicsArt Drawing Tools and your smart device

See how PicsArt Drawing Tools make drawing fun and easy and use this step by step tutorial to create your very own anime Who knows Maybe one day your anime will become the main character for your own cartoon or comics

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Step 1 Draw the Basic Outline

Draw a basic outline of your anime character using simple strokes in a light blue color so that you will be able to distinguish it from other outlines later on

Step 2 Refine your Outline

Add a new layer and use your previous layer as a guide to draw a more precise outline Delete the layer with the blue outline when finished

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Step 4 Add Color

Use thick colorful brushes to add the basic first layer of colors to your drawing

Step 3 Final Outline

Reduce the opacity and add a new layer for your final outline Trace a final outline using clean and deliberate strokes Make sure you get all of your details exactly right and correct previous mistakes Delete or hide previous outline layer when done

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Step 5 Add Shading

Add a new layer and outline the areas of your drawing you would like to shade Color this outline in black when you are ready

Step 6 Background Color

Reduce the opacity of your shade layer for a more subtle shade Use brighter tones to add lighting and reflection in your drawing Finish your drawing by using a translucent brush to add shading and texture to your background This creates ambiance and gives your anime character that final touch of realism it needs

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Design a Postcard that Encapsulates Summer VacationPicsArt has everything you need to create the perfect postcard using your summer photos With the right combination of masks texts and clipart you can create a professional card that perfectly captures the feelings and images of your fondest summer vacation memories

With this tutorial wersquoll show you an example of how to create a postcard step by step Yoursquoll be surprised at how easy it is to make something look so good in five easy steps

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Step 1 Upload a PhotoUpload a photo from the edit section of the main menu

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Step 2 Add Shape MaskSelect the Shape Mask icon from the menu bar and choose a shape mask that fits your photo best Customize the color size and opacity of the mask

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Step 3 2nd Shape MaskAdd a second Shape Mask with the same color and opacity as your previous one Reverse the mask by checking the box next to Inverse at the bottom right corner

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Step 4 Add TextPress the Text icon to add text to your postcard Add your text line by line to experiment with different fonts sizes and colors

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Step 5 Add ClipartPress the Clipart icon and choose clipart images to add that go with the theme of your postcard Customize the size and color to complete your postcard

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PicsArtist Roxyrsquos Visceral Mobile ArtThe series of abstract portraits created by PicsArtist Roxy HArt (roxyhart) are gripping Not only is her artwork raw and emotionally charged but it is rendered in a unique artistic fashion - all on her mobile phone

At times Roxy mixes her drawings with photography blending the two togehter with a variety of brush strokes and textures Roxy does not hold back when she faces inner anguish as an artist but rather injects this emotion into her work

Nevertheless some of her portraits are less jarring possessing a softer more poetic touch In these portraits her frustration gives way to melancholy as she tones down stark reds and peppers her portraits with faded yellows purples and blues

Not long ago terms like ldquomobile artrdquo were easily dismissed by the fine art mainstream but PicsArtists like Roxy prove that a tablet or smartphone can be just as powerful as a canvas and paintbrush The following collection of portraits by Roxy illustrate that even without the traditional tools mobile artwork retains emotion and authenticity

INSPIRATION Drawing

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WHATS NEW

PicsArtrsquos Exciting New Features for iOS and Android Devices

PicsArt recently released some exciting updates for Android and iOS Most of the new features were available for both platforms but they had their slight differences

The update included two new effects Dodger and Vintage Ivory The former softens your photo with pale colors and ambient lighting while the latter is inspired by vintage color palettes and resolutions but with a new whiter and brighter twist

PicsArt also gave users the ability to customize the colors of PicsArt Masks with a new Hue slider Shape masks offer the opportunity to choose from a variety of shapes to overlay on your photos and they have been made even better recently - by adding the option to customize them by texture in addition to the previously available color and opacity

For a quick fix and speedy share of an image we introduced the Auto Enhance tool which automatically brings you the basic best version of your image while still allowing you to customize in small ways

In addition to these commonly shared updates the two platforms have some differences as well iOS users can now customize their collages by adjusting the inner borders and can choose from a whole new variety of pre-made grids iOS users will also be excited about our updates in the Social Network as written tags and usernames written out in comments or photo descriptions now automatically become links to what they are referencing This will make it easier for users to discover each other as well as trending tags

Donrsquot worry Android users you have some cool stuff too We know that photo stealing has become an issue in our network so we have removed the save option for photos Now only photos that have freetoedit tag can be saved and reused by others If you do not tag your miages with that tag no one will be able to save them We hope that this will help prevent photo theft and preserve the artistic rights of our creative userbase

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A Brief Introduction to Photo History

Although photography as we know it is among the youngest of the major art forms its history can be traced back to ancient times Chinese philosopher Mo-Zi discussed the principles of a camera obscura in the 4th or 5th century BCE For two thousand years it was known as a small dark room (or box) with a tiny hole in one wall through which light shone and projected an inverted image

During the late 1500s Giambattista della Portia perfected its design by adding a convex lens to the hole making a sharper more detailed image Camera obscuras allowed artists to trace a scene in ink for a more faithful reproduction

The Early Days of Image Processing

The 18th and 19th centuries saw a multitude of methods for image processing and creation In 1727 Johann Schulze mixed chalk silver and nitric acid - a very early photosensitive compound - noting that one side of the flask darkened when exposed to sunlight In 1816 Joseph Niceacutephore Nieacutepce created the worlds first photograph by coating a metal plate in a silver chloride solution and exposing it to light for 8 hours However he did not discover a way of permanently fixing

the image for another decadeWilliam Henry Fox Talbot applied Nieacutepces recipe to paper in 1834 fixing the images with a salt solution and eventually patenting the first paper negative as the ldquoCalotyperdquo in 1841

Meanwhile Louis Daguerre was creating the Daguerrotype by coating copper sheets in silver iodide creating a metal negative which he developed in a solution of mercury These two inventions lead to the creation of photography To that end on August 19 1839 the French government publicly acknowledged the invention of photography

The first glass negative was made by Frederick Scott Archer in 1851 using a wet plate collodion process During the 1850s the tintype photograph emerged this made the negative image appear positive by exposing it onto a dark-coloured metal sheet coated with collodion which made the shadows appear light and the highlights dark

In 1861 James Clerk-Maxwell realized that he could photograph a scene three times through a red blue and green filter and project the images on top of each other to create a full-colour image

Finally in 1871 Richard Leach Maddox suspended the silver solution in gelatin creating the dry emulsion which sent photography skyrocketing It was applied first to glass negatives but would later find its way onto the thin plastic film that made photography possible for the public at large

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The Photographic Boom

By 1878 glass plate negatives were being manufactured commercially and in 1880 George Eastman opened what would become the Eastman-Kodak company Within ten years he was producing roll film and in 1900 released the first personal camera the Kodak Brownie In 1907 the Lumiegravere Brothers released the first commercial colour film

Oscar Barnack working for Leitz microscopes pushed camera invention forward in 1914 with the first 35mm camera which was improved upon and released in 1924 as the first Leica camera 1936 saw the introduction of the modern SLR (single-lens reflex camera) as well as the legendary Kodachrome film which finally made colour photography popular Polaroid would release instant black-and-white film in 1948 followed by the colour version in 1963

Students from the Emerson School for GirlsSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

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Unidentified Woman in Nine Oval ViewsSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

Medium Daguerreotype

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The Digital Takeover

The first digital camera was invented in 1975 by Steve Sasson of Kodak using CCD sensor technology invented by Willard Boyle and George Smith in 1969 The birth of auto focus came with Minoltas Maxxum in 1985 paving the way for the worlds first commercially-available digital SLR ndash Kodaks 13 megapixel DCS-100 which sold in 1991 for $30000 USD Eight years later Nikon would wrestle away Kodaks dominance of the photo industry with the release of the D1 a 27MP model which went for a comparatively modest $6000

In 2003 Canon released the Digital Rebel the first consumer-level DSLR with a price tag under $1000 followed two years later by the first full-frame digital camera the 5D

Adobe hopped on the digital wave with the creation of Photoshop in 1990

A decade later the first camera phone was developed by Sharp in the early years of the new millennium Kodak ceased all production of film cameras in 2004 and even though the variety has been pared down they continue to produce film for the die-hard analog market

In the past ten years the major camera companies have focused their research and development almost entirely on improving their digital technology which has now begun to plateau The possibilities for future ingenuity now lay wide open with endless photographic possibilities waiting just over the horizon

The Reading EstablishmentAttributed to William Henry Fox Talbot (British 1800ndash1877)

Medium Salted paper prints from paper negatives

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Lola MontezSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

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Lemuel ShawSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

Medium Daguerreotype

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Louis-Jacques-Mandeacute DaguerreJohn Jabez Edwin Mayall (British Oldham Lancashire 1813ndash1901 West Sussex)

Medium Albumen silver print from glass negative

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View Down Brattle Street from the Southworth amp Hawes Studio at 5 12 Tremont Row Boston

Southworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)Medium Daguerreotype

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Interview with Celebrity Photographer Jason Bell Having shot for publications like Vanity Fair Vogue photographed royals and had some of his work submitted into Britainrsquos National Portrait Gallery Jason Bell has cemented his place as one of the foremost portrait photographers of his generation He has published four books and received more accolades than we have room to mention In any case Jasonrsquos work is the gold-standard when it comes to peering past the face and into the soul of subject model or celebrity His work has fascinated us for some time so we interviewed him to learn more about his work and career

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INERVIEW

All images by and copyright of Jason Bell

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How did you become a photographer

I just always was I took pictures a lot as a child and then when I was at school I was given the keys to the school dark room which I remember finding a magical place It just carried on from there

You actually studied Politics Philosophy and Economics at Oxford and as of today you have photographed some of the most powerful individuals on earth from presidents to royals Is there a correlation there

I am a strong believer in researching the people I photograph so I think it helps that my education has given me an understanding of what some of them do

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What was it like to take the official christening photographs of Prince George

It was an honour to be asked Everyone kept telling me beforehand how nervous I would be and that I must be so stressed But I actually felt very relaxed throughout They gave me all the time I needed to prepare and were very friendly and relaxed I enjoyed it

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Many of your photos are part of the permanent collection of the National Portrait Gallery the United Kingdomrsquos official gallery for portraits of historical British people Your work is national history How does this feel

I try not to think of it in those terms but more about what I want to say about the person Irsquom photographing or what I can encourage them to reveal

Are there any portraits of yours in the National Portrait Gallery that stand out as favourites

My favourites tend to be favourites because they are people I have felt a particular connection with or even become friends with I try to do that with everyone I photograph but obviously it happens with some people more than others

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Yoursquove captured a lot of artists and entertainers as well What is it like photographing celebrities

I am lucky in that I photographed some famous people very early on in my career so I got used to it very quickly and it is not something that I find difficult to deal with at all now They are just people like everybody else and usually enjoy being treated as such

You did the movie posters for modern British classic like Billy Elliot and Love Actually How is shooting a movie poster different from capturing a portrait

It tends to be much more art directed so I have less freedom to just do what I want and have to follow a brief more carefully In those instances I try to follow that brief and then give them something in addition that they maybe didnrsquot know they wanted

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Have you ever photographed someone who had maybe been a role model of some kind for you or maybe just admired greatly

Yes - very early on in my career I was sent to Iceland to photograph Bjork I had been listening to that first album of hers all summer and so was a bit of a fan It actually kind of got in the way initially me being a fan and I had to get past that as quickly as possible to find the person I wanted to photograph

What was the most surreal moment you ever experienced during a photography shoot

I was shooting a campaign for the Royal Opera House of a Chinese opera singer called Liping Zhang in a beautiful area near the Mongolian border We were assured the weather would be OK since it was late spring but a freak snowstorm came through so we were all freezing and inappropriately dressed and we had to bundle her up in Chinese army coats to keep her warm and at the last moment there was so much snow we couldnrsquot even drive her to the spot where I wanted to photograph her so in order to get her there we had to rent a camel to put her on

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What advice would you give to amatuer photographers

Many of the students and amateurs who come to see me show me a little bit of everything That is unlikely to get you commissioned when you are starting out So I think itrsquos better to concentrate on one thing and do it very well at the beginning and then when that goes well you can branch out

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Bewitched by BlightA building in ruins hangs together by what seems like threads One of the upper floors sags precariously just inches above the head of a young woman who strolls absent-mindedly with a teddy-bear in hand It seems possible that at any moment the whole structure could come crashing down Lady Luck we presume

Danny Aguirre (danny-aguirre-142) is the PicsArtist responsible for this Photo of the Month entitled Lady Luck Aguirre edited this image to perfection transplanting a young lively and vibrant woman into a world of decay In this manner the photo speaks to us through contrast

Darkly lit ruins once full of life now sit forgotten surrounded by sick yellow skies The deteriorating building bears down on an unwary and carefree youth (Lady Luck) ambling at the mercy of its behemonth broken structure In this peculiar and eerie scene Aguirre captivates his audience while conveying the promise of the unexpected

In an ever-changing world Aguirre has captured the aesthetic beauty of a building that has passed its prime However in its old age the building has become something else entirely a peculiar and curious space open to imaginative interpretation This is perhaps the luck that the young lady pictured in the image and Aguirres audience have stumbled upon an unexpected opportunity to reflect on the present in light of the past Through his creative vision Aguirre allows us to study ourselves and the physical structures we leave behind for future generations

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A Photographerrsquos Guide to the US

The most unique shots in America and where to get them

Kelso San Dunes Mojave Desert

If yoursquore looking for a unique photography opportunity head for the Kelso Sand Dunes - mountainous piles of sand that seem to spring up from nowhere in the middle of the Mojave Desert The tallest dunes can rise up to 650 feet above the surrounding terrain In this setting a well-timed hike might allow you photograph the sunset from a phenomenal vantage point A couple words of caution be sure to take a flashlight in order to get back to your car and never go alone

If you donrsquot make it to the sand dunes dont despair The spectacular darkness of the Mojave desert translates into spectacular nighttime photography With almost no ambient light (apart from the stars and the vague glow over the horizon coming from Las Vegas) the Mojave is the perfect place to experiment with time lapse night shots and double exposures This is a surefire way to snap some fantastic shots

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The Redwood Forests California

If you drive down the west coast of California on Route 1 yoursquoll suddenly find yourself in a magical landscape of trees so tall that you feel like a tiny critter The redwood forests in California are truly a sight to behold and the deep ochre of the tree barks is spectacular to see

Driving through this area is fantastic but make sure that you park up and go exploring with your camera This is one of the best places for nature photography The way the light streams through the canopy in the late afternoon is nothing short of breathtaking a must see for every photographer

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Tucson Arizona

Tucson may not seem like a photographerrsquos haven and if you visit in July when the temperatures soar to over 100 degrees Fahrenheit it certainly wonrsquot feel like it either However the landscape of this often-forgotten city makes for some truly breathtaking sunsets and sunrises where flat land gives way to gorgeous mountains ensconced by sunlight

If you visit Tucson youll also find that it is an unlikely hotbed of culture and art With a history that goes back much further than many of its neighbors in the south west Tucson boasts remarkable architecture historic neighborhoods and museums not to mention the Mission San Xavier del Bac an 18th-century mission that is still functioning Whats more the city has a distinctly Western flavor in light of pervasive Native American and Mexican influences After the sun goes down yoursquoll also find art events and bars alive with music and bonding in a comfy college-town atmosphere which means that you can capture some great shots of people simply being themselves

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DIY Wall Decorations for Kids Room

Artists start young so here we want to show how you can nurture art into a child by decorating his room so he starts seeing and valuing creativity from his early days

This DIY tutorial is so easy to do that if you have elder children you can involve them in the process of making these awsome wall hangings Make a collage in minutes that will be an impressive surprise for everyone and give you a proud piece of original artwork to hang on the wall in your kids room

For this project yoursquoll need a color printer markers scissors glue 2 pieces of ordinary cardboard and 4 equal-sized colorfull cardboards or canvas

Step 1 PrintFind some awesome characters online by either browsing clipart in the PicsArt Shop or googling cartoon images Also print out some basic colors or patterns to cut into shapes If you dont like the color of your background cardboards or canvases you can either color them with paint or print out patterns to make your backgrounds more colorful

Step 2 CutCut out your characters carefully and glue them on cardboard Now cut out the cardboard in the shape of your characters Be sure to cut out shapes for the scenery of your collage like clouds and trees There is no need to glue them on an additional cardboard if you do not want to make them look 3D

Step 3 Create 3D ElementsIdentify some parts of the animals you want to highlight like tails eyes or ears Cut out two of those parts from cardboard and glue one over the other so that the one with patterns stays on top

Step 4 GlueGlue your shapes onto 4 pieces of cardboard Start with the scenery (trees and clouds) then glue on your characters then glue on their cool colored double-layered body parts to make them stand out As a result you will have 3D-like animals or any other items you want

Step 6 Draw Parts and Write MessagesYou can draw some fine elements into your collage using ordinary colorful markers You can also write a message on your collage with a marker Your creations are now ready to make your child smile

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Danielrsquos Twisted Animal Crime LineupGreat artists know how to turn heads with their art and that is certainly the case with PicsArtist of the Month Daniel (n3cr0n0m1c0n) However when he turns heads he turns them into something else Daniel has recently unveiled a series of photos that replace the head of a human body with various animal heads - the only exception being an awesome Star Wars stormtrooper helmet

In each photo of the series Daniels body dons a different head Nevertheless he is shown wearing the same clothes - a leather jacket with a zipper that runs diagonally across his torso into the side of his collar The thing about Danielrsquos photos is that the details of their construction work really well together to create a dark artistic vision with grungy undertones

Despite this odd synergy each photo is posed with a nonchalance that seems to undermine the strangeness of it all every shot displaying the emotional expression of a criminal lineup or mugshot The body takes on a neutral stance and the animal heads stare with vacant expressions as if silently counting the seconds for the camera shutter to click so they can walk off and do something else The overall emotional effect is weird uneasy slightly comic and extremely captivating

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FEATURE Artist

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Add Flare to Your PhotosMany photographers spend years trying to capture a glimmering lens flare They invest in expensive lenses and strain to catch the light at just the right angle

Historically and for many photographers lens flare is a vexing light that reflects off the glass of your lens ruining an otherwise brilliant shot However the twinkling beauty of lens flare has transformed it from purely accidental into an artform of its own with many pros spending months trying to perfect their lens flare technique

PicsArt eases this process for you by offering some dazzlingly realistic lens flares that can be inserted during the editing process PicsArt lens flares are also fully customizable so you can integrate them seamlessly into your favorite shots Here we demonstrate four of PicsArtrsquos lens flares in action over the same photo each one offering itrsquos own mesmerizing effect And the best part is all they require is one touch

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PICSART IN ACTION

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8 Killer Tips for Air Show Photography

by Chris Corradino

As temperatures warm up around most of the globe its time to once again welcome the return of Air Show season If youve never attended one before get ready for a thrilling event No matter how many times I photograph these high flying performances the power and precision of the pilots never fails to amaze me While they are an astonishing sight the raw speed of the passing jets can make for a challenging photo opportunity This article includes eight essential tips to help you capture the big event in your area

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TUTORIAL Shooting

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Beat the Crowds

Since much of the 2013 flying season was cancelled due to budget cuts this years shows are expected to smash previous attendance records With more than 150000 people jockeying for a good vantage point its essential you arrive 1-2 hours before the show starts This allows you to set up your gear in a prime location with unobstructed views of the action Before settling on a spot scan the horizon for any distractions that could block your lens The performers usually enter from the left and right with their stunts done at show center

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Lens Options

Air shows are usually several hours in duration and longer lenses can get quite heavy Image

stabilization is a nice feature but a tripod will give your arms a break and allow you to

create sharp images consistently While the majority of my aviation work

is shot with longer lenses I find that wide angle lenses are also

useful for performance teams that are spread out in wide

formations By utilizing a few different options

you can capture more of the action and

come home with a diverse collection

of images

Camera Settings

In order to freeze the flight of an aircraft travelling over 500 miles per hour youll need a very fast shutter speed For the best results I recommend at least 11000th of a second This is quick enough to stop even the fastest of aircrafts while also preventing camera shaking My exposure is typically around 11000 ISO 400 and f56 These settings are not meant to be exact but merely a starting point Depending on the weather conditions that day adjustments may be necessary

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Autofocus Techniques

Most DSLR cameras feature continuous focusing also known as AI Servo This mode will allow you to track moving subjects Keep your center focusing point over the aircraft with your shutter held halfway down As you follow the plane through your viewfinder the camera will automatically adjust the focus as the aircraft gets closer When you are ready to make an image simply press the shutter all the way down Air Show organizers often arrange photo passes where the pilot flies at a reduced speed Donrsquot get too comfortable though they return to full speed after just a few slow turns

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The Peak of Action

Smoke trails and afterburner effects are great additions to an aviation image Be ready for them as they happen quickly The trails of white smoke are actually created by pumping oil into the exhaust pipe This is particularly interesting when used by an entire formation of planes The patterns of smoke can be used to make for a more artistic composition In addition it adds a bit of contrast to the otherwise plain blue sky I also look to capture the interaction between two planes When pilots are flying side by side with their wings nearly touching a great deal of tension is introduced to the photo By freezing this moment in time you are also showcasing the precision and skill of the daring pilots

Enough Memory

With all of this fast-paced action you will likely burn through many memory cards rapidly I used to bring a portable hard drive with me and download the contents of the card while continuing to shoot This is no longer necessary as large capacity cards of 32GB are now very reasonably priced I like to shoot in RAW format whenever possible However if you are short on memory cards you may want to consider shooting in the LargeFine JPEG format This will allow you to fit more images on the card than RAW

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Capture The Local Color

For an up close look at some of these aircrafts check with your local airport or military base for static displays From the ground you can get a much better look at details like the paint scheme and propellers Depending on the venue you may even be able to climb inside the cockpit Since you will be very close a wide angle lens is the preferred choice here Walk around the entire plane to search for the best angle and create a strong composition

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Capture The Local Color

During the brief pauses in action turn your lens towards the people around you Spectators can often yield some interesting images Maybe its time for a quick selfie as well Pay special attention to any signs that may show the events name These can be used to start and end your gallery of images

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Creative Edits A City on a Back of an AnimalThe PicsArt editor makes really cool editing tricks easily available to anyone who has the will and imagination You can create some really amazing surreal images with PicsArt and to show you what we mean we have created a tutorial on how to raise an entire city on the back of an animal by combining photos and applying effects This tutorial also introduces users to our recently added feature for Android devices which lets users create their own custom clipart Follow these simple steps to become a photo wizard with PicsArt

TUTORIAL Editing

Step 1 Open Your Photo

Upload an animal photo from the Photo section of the main menu Make sure that your photo features a brightly lit animal in front of a dark background

Step 2 Apply the Cinerama Effect to the Main Photo

Select the Effects icon and choose the Cinerama effect from the Fx section of the Effects menu Save and confirm with checkmark

Step 3 Add a New Photo

Select the Add Photo icon and add a photo of the city you want to place on the back of the animal

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Step 4 Apply the Cinerama Effect

Select the top left icon (the Effect icon) from the menu that appears after you add a photo Apply the Cinerama effect just like you did with your main photo

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Step 5 Cut and Create Clipart

Select the Scissors icon from the top menu (ie the Free Crop option) Choose the Lasso option by clicking on the Brush icon Use the lasso to cut out the skyline of your city from the background Press the Save as Clipart button at the top of the screen to save your selection as a clipart image This will save your selection in My Clipart section allowing you to reuse it on any image whenever you need it

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Step 6 Place and Blend the Image

Adjust the size of your city and place it on the back of the animal Select and apply the Lighten blending mode from the menu

below Confirm the changes you have made

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Step 7 Shape Masks

Select the Shape Mask icon and choose a shape to frame your photo Reduce the opacity to around 30 to go with your shot Confirm and save your creation

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How to Draw Amazing Anime

Step by Step Tutorial

Anime has a unique style that has garnered global popularity even fanaticism This tutorial demonstrates how to make your very own anime using PicsArt Drawing Tools and your smart device

See how PicsArt Drawing Tools make drawing fun and easy and use this step by step tutorial to create your very own anime Who knows Maybe one day your anime will become the main character for your own cartoon or comics

TUTORIAL Drawing

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Step 1 Draw the Basic Outline

Draw a basic outline of your anime character using simple strokes in a light blue color so that you will be able to distinguish it from other outlines later on

Step 2 Refine your Outline

Add a new layer and use your previous layer as a guide to draw a more precise outline Delete the layer with the blue outline when finished

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Step 4 Add Color

Use thick colorful brushes to add the basic first layer of colors to your drawing

Step 3 Final Outline

Reduce the opacity and add a new layer for your final outline Trace a final outline using clean and deliberate strokes Make sure you get all of your details exactly right and correct previous mistakes Delete or hide previous outline layer when done

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Step 5 Add Shading

Add a new layer and outline the areas of your drawing you would like to shade Color this outline in black when you are ready

Step 6 Background Color

Reduce the opacity of your shade layer for a more subtle shade Use brighter tones to add lighting and reflection in your drawing Finish your drawing by using a translucent brush to add shading and texture to your background This creates ambiance and gives your anime character that final touch of realism it needs

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Design a Postcard that Encapsulates Summer VacationPicsArt has everything you need to create the perfect postcard using your summer photos With the right combination of masks texts and clipart you can create a professional card that perfectly captures the feelings and images of your fondest summer vacation memories

With this tutorial wersquoll show you an example of how to create a postcard step by step Yoursquoll be surprised at how easy it is to make something look so good in five easy steps

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Step 1 Upload a PhotoUpload a photo from the edit section of the main menu

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Step 2 Add Shape MaskSelect the Shape Mask icon from the menu bar and choose a shape mask that fits your photo best Customize the color size and opacity of the mask

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Step 3 2nd Shape MaskAdd a second Shape Mask with the same color and opacity as your previous one Reverse the mask by checking the box next to Inverse at the bottom right corner

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Step 4 Add TextPress the Text icon to add text to your postcard Add your text line by line to experiment with different fonts sizes and colors

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Step 5 Add ClipartPress the Clipart icon and choose clipart images to add that go with the theme of your postcard Customize the size and color to complete your postcard

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PicsArtist Roxyrsquos Visceral Mobile ArtThe series of abstract portraits created by PicsArtist Roxy HArt (roxyhart) are gripping Not only is her artwork raw and emotionally charged but it is rendered in a unique artistic fashion - all on her mobile phone

At times Roxy mixes her drawings with photography blending the two togehter with a variety of brush strokes and textures Roxy does not hold back when she faces inner anguish as an artist but rather injects this emotion into her work

Nevertheless some of her portraits are less jarring possessing a softer more poetic touch In these portraits her frustration gives way to melancholy as she tones down stark reds and peppers her portraits with faded yellows purples and blues

Not long ago terms like ldquomobile artrdquo were easily dismissed by the fine art mainstream but PicsArtists like Roxy prove that a tablet or smartphone can be just as powerful as a canvas and paintbrush The following collection of portraits by Roxy illustrate that even without the traditional tools mobile artwork retains emotion and authenticity

INSPIRATION Drawing

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WHATS NEW

PicsArtrsquos Exciting New Features for iOS and Android Devices

PicsArt recently released some exciting updates for Android and iOS Most of the new features were available for both platforms but they had their slight differences

The update included two new effects Dodger and Vintage Ivory The former softens your photo with pale colors and ambient lighting while the latter is inspired by vintage color palettes and resolutions but with a new whiter and brighter twist

PicsArt also gave users the ability to customize the colors of PicsArt Masks with a new Hue slider Shape masks offer the opportunity to choose from a variety of shapes to overlay on your photos and they have been made even better recently - by adding the option to customize them by texture in addition to the previously available color and opacity

For a quick fix and speedy share of an image we introduced the Auto Enhance tool which automatically brings you the basic best version of your image while still allowing you to customize in small ways

In addition to these commonly shared updates the two platforms have some differences as well iOS users can now customize their collages by adjusting the inner borders and can choose from a whole new variety of pre-made grids iOS users will also be excited about our updates in the Social Network as written tags and usernames written out in comments or photo descriptions now automatically become links to what they are referencing This will make it easier for users to discover each other as well as trending tags

Donrsquot worry Android users you have some cool stuff too We know that photo stealing has become an issue in our network so we have removed the save option for photos Now only photos that have freetoedit tag can be saved and reused by others If you do not tag your miages with that tag no one will be able to save them We hope that this will help prevent photo theft and preserve the artistic rights of our creative userbase

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A Brief Introduction to Photo History

Although photography as we know it is among the youngest of the major art forms its history can be traced back to ancient times Chinese philosopher Mo-Zi discussed the principles of a camera obscura in the 4th or 5th century BCE For two thousand years it was known as a small dark room (or box) with a tiny hole in one wall through which light shone and projected an inverted image

During the late 1500s Giambattista della Portia perfected its design by adding a convex lens to the hole making a sharper more detailed image Camera obscuras allowed artists to trace a scene in ink for a more faithful reproduction

The Early Days of Image Processing

The 18th and 19th centuries saw a multitude of methods for image processing and creation In 1727 Johann Schulze mixed chalk silver and nitric acid - a very early photosensitive compound - noting that one side of the flask darkened when exposed to sunlight In 1816 Joseph Niceacutephore Nieacutepce created the worlds first photograph by coating a metal plate in a silver chloride solution and exposing it to light for 8 hours However he did not discover a way of permanently fixing

the image for another decadeWilliam Henry Fox Talbot applied Nieacutepces recipe to paper in 1834 fixing the images with a salt solution and eventually patenting the first paper negative as the ldquoCalotyperdquo in 1841

Meanwhile Louis Daguerre was creating the Daguerrotype by coating copper sheets in silver iodide creating a metal negative which he developed in a solution of mercury These two inventions lead to the creation of photography To that end on August 19 1839 the French government publicly acknowledged the invention of photography

The first glass negative was made by Frederick Scott Archer in 1851 using a wet plate collodion process During the 1850s the tintype photograph emerged this made the negative image appear positive by exposing it onto a dark-coloured metal sheet coated with collodion which made the shadows appear light and the highlights dark

In 1861 James Clerk-Maxwell realized that he could photograph a scene three times through a red blue and green filter and project the images on top of each other to create a full-colour image

Finally in 1871 Richard Leach Maddox suspended the silver solution in gelatin creating the dry emulsion which sent photography skyrocketing It was applied first to glass negatives but would later find its way onto the thin plastic film that made photography possible for the public at large

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The Photographic Boom

By 1878 glass plate negatives were being manufactured commercially and in 1880 George Eastman opened what would become the Eastman-Kodak company Within ten years he was producing roll film and in 1900 released the first personal camera the Kodak Brownie In 1907 the Lumiegravere Brothers released the first commercial colour film

Oscar Barnack working for Leitz microscopes pushed camera invention forward in 1914 with the first 35mm camera which was improved upon and released in 1924 as the first Leica camera 1936 saw the introduction of the modern SLR (single-lens reflex camera) as well as the legendary Kodachrome film which finally made colour photography popular Polaroid would release instant black-and-white film in 1948 followed by the colour version in 1963

Students from the Emerson School for GirlsSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

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Unidentified Woman in Nine Oval ViewsSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

Medium Daguerreotype

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The Digital Takeover

The first digital camera was invented in 1975 by Steve Sasson of Kodak using CCD sensor technology invented by Willard Boyle and George Smith in 1969 The birth of auto focus came with Minoltas Maxxum in 1985 paving the way for the worlds first commercially-available digital SLR ndash Kodaks 13 megapixel DCS-100 which sold in 1991 for $30000 USD Eight years later Nikon would wrestle away Kodaks dominance of the photo industry with the release of the D1 a 27MP model which went for a comparatively modest $6000

In 2003 Canon released the Digital Rebel the first consumer-level DSLR with a price tag under $1000 followed two years later by the first full-frame digital camera the 5D

Adobe hopped on the digital wave with the creation of Photoshop in 1990

A decade later the first camera phone was developed by Sharp in the early years of the new millennium Kodak ceased all production of film cameras in 2004 and even though the variety has been pared down they continue to produce film for the die-hard analog market

In the past ten years the major camera companies have focused their research and development almost entirely on improving their digital technology which has now begun to plateau The possibilities for future ingenuity now lay wide open with endless photographic possibilities waiting just over the horizon

The Reading EstablishmentAttributed to William Henry Fox Talbot (British 1800ndash1877)

Medium Salted paper prints from paper negatives

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Lola MontezSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

Medium Daguerreotype

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Lemuel ShawSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

Medium Daguerreotype

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Louis-Jacques-Mandeacute DaguerreJohn Jabez Edwin Mayall (British Oldham Lancashire 1813ndash1901 West Sussex)

Medium Albumen silver print from glass negative

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View Down Brattle Street from the Southworth amp Hawes Studio at 5 12 Tremont Row Boston

Southworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)Medium Daguerreotype

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Interview with Celebrity Photographer Jason Bell Having shot for publications like Vanity Fair Vogue photographed royals and had some of his work submitted into Britainrsquos National Portrait Gallery Jason Bell has cemented his place as one of the foremost portrait photographers of his generation He has published four books and received more accolades than we have room to mention In any case Jasonrsquos work is the gold-standard when it comes to peering past the face and into the soul of subject model or celebrity His work has fascinated us for some time so we interviewed him to learn more about his work and career

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INERVIEW

All images by and copyright of Jason Bell

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How did you become a photographer

I just always was I took pictures a lot as a child and then when I was at school I was given the keys to the school dark room which I remember finding a magical place It just carried on from there

You actually studied Politics Philosophy and Economics at Oxford and as of today you have photographed some of the most powerful individuals on earth from presidents to royals Is there a correlation there

I am a strong believer in researching the people I photograph so I think it helps that my education has given me an understanding of what some of them do

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What was it like to take the official christening photographs of Prince George

It was an honour to be asked Everyone kept telling me beforehand how nervous I would be and that I must be so stressed But I actually felt very relaxed throughout They gave me all the time I needed to prepare and were very friendly and relaxed I enjoyed it

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Many of your photos are part of the permanent collection of the National Portrait Gallery the United Kingdomrsquos official gallery for portraits of historical British people Your work is national history How does this feel

I try not to think of it in those terms but more about what I want to say about the person Irsquom photographing or what I can encourage them to reveal

Are there any portraits of yours in the National Portrait Gallery that stand out as favourites

My favourites tend to be favourites because they are people I have felt a particular connection with or even become friends with I try to do that with everyone I photograph but obviously it happens with some people more than others

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Yoursquove captured a lot of artists and entertainers as well What is it like photographing celebrities

I am lucky in that I photographed some famous people very early on in my career so I got used to it very quickly and it is not something that I find difficult to deal with at all now They are just people like everybody else and usually enjoy being treated as such

You did the movie posters for modern British classic like Billy Elliot and Love Actually How is shooting a movie poster different from capturing a portrait

It tends to be much more art directed so I have less freedom to just do what I want and have to follow a brief more carefully In those instances I try to follow that brief and then give them something in addition that they maybe didnrsquot know they wanted

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Have you ever photographed someone who had maybe been a role model of some kind for you or maybe just admired greatly

Yes - very early on in my career I was sent to Iceland to photograph Bjork I had been listening to that first album of hers all summer and so was a bit of a fan It actually kind of got in the way initially me being a fan and I had to get past that as quickly as possible to find the person I wanted to photograph

What was the most surreal moment you ever experienced during a photography shoot

I was shooting a campaign for the Royal Opera House of a Chinese opera singer called Liping Zhang in a beautiful area near the Mongolian border We were assured the weather would be OK since it was late spring but a freak snowstorm came through so we were all freezing and inappropriately dressed and we had to bundle her up in Chinese army coats to keep her warm and at the last moment there was so much snow we couldnrsquot even drive her to the spot where I wanted to photograph her so in order to get her there we had to rent a camel to put her on

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What advice would you give to amatuer photographers

Many of the students and amateurs who come to see me show me a little bit of everything That is unlikely to get you commissioned when you are starting out So I think itrsquos better to concentrate on one thing and do it very well at the beginning and then when that goes well you can branch out

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Bewitched by BlightA building in ruins hangs together by what seems like threads One of the upper floors sags precariously just inches above the head of a young woman who strolls absent-mindedly with a teddy-bear in hand It seems possible that at any moment the whole structure could come crashing down Lady Luck we presume

Danny Aguirre (danny-aguirre-142) is the PicsArtist responsible for this Photo of the Month entitled Lady Luck Aguirre edited this image to perfection transplanting a young lively and vibrant woman into a world of decay In this manner the photo speaks to us through contrast

Darkly lit ruins once full of life now sit forgotten surrounded by sick yellow skies The deteriorating building bears down on an unwary and carefree youth (Lady Luck) ambling at the mercy of its behemonth broken structure In this peculiar and eerie scene Aguirre captivates his audience while conveying the promise of the unexpected

In an ever-changing world Aguirre has captured the aesthetic beauty of a building that has passed its prime However in its old age the building has become something else entirely a peculiar and curious space open to imaginative interpretation This is perhaps the luck that the young lady pictured in the image and Aguirres audience have stumbled upon an unexpected opportunity to reflect on the present in light of the past Through his creative vision Aguirre allows us to study ourselves and the physical structures we leave behind for future generations

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A Photographerrsquos Guide to the US

The most unique shots in America and where to get them

Kelso San Dunes Mojave Desert

If yoursquore looking for a unique photography opportunity head for the Kelso Sand Dunes - mountainous piles of sand that seem to spring up from nowhere in the middle of the Mojave Desert The tallest dunes can rise up to 650 feet above the surrounding terrain In this setting a well-timed hike might allow you photograph the sunset from a phenomenal vantage point A couple words of caution be sure to take a flashlight in order to get back to your car and never go alone

If you donrsquot make it to the sand dunes dont despair The spectacular darkness of the Mojave desert translates into spectacular nighttime photography With almost no ambient light (apart from the stars and the vague glow over the horizon coming from Las Vegas) the Mojave is the perfect place to experiment with time lapse night shots and double exposures This is a surefire way to snap some fantastic shots

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The Redwood Forests California

If you drive down the west coast of California on Route 1 yoursquoll suddenly find yourself in a magical landscape of trees so tall that you feel like a tiny critter The redwood forests in California are truly a sight to behold and the deep ochre of the tree barks is spectacular to see

Driving through this area is fantastic but make sure that you park up and go exploring with your camera This is one of the best places for nature photography The way the light streams through the canopy in the late afternoon is nothing short of breathtaking a must see for every photographer

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Tucson Arizona

Tucson may not seem like a photographerrsquos haven and if you visit in July when the temperatures soar to over 100 degrees Fahrenheit it certainly wonrsquot feel like it either However the landscape of this often-forgotten city makes for some truly breathtaking sunsets and sunrises where flat land gives way to gorgeous mountains ensconced by sunlight

If you visit Tucson youll also find that it is an unlikely hotbed of culture and art With a history that goes back much further than many of its neighbors in the south west Tucson boasts remarkable architecture historic neighborhoods and museums not to mention the Mission San Xavier del Bac an 18th-century mission that is still functioning Whats more the city has a distinctly Western flavor in light of pervasive Native American and Mexican influences After the sun goes down yoursquoll also find art events and bars alive with music and bonding in a comfy college-town atmosphere which means that you can capture some great shots of people simply being themselves

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DIY Wall Decorations for Kids Room

Artists start young so here we want to show how you can nurture art into a child by decorating his room so he starts seeing and valuing creativity from his early days

This DIY tutorial is so easy to do that if you have elder children you can involve them in the process of making these awsome wall hangings Make a collage in minutes that will be an impressive surprise for everyone and give you a proud piece of original artwork to hang on the wall in your kids room

For this project yoursquoll need a color printer markers scissors glue 2 pieces of ordinary cardboard and 4 equal-sized colorfull cardboards or canvas

Step 1 PrintFind some awesome characters online by either browsing clipart in the PicsArt Shop or googling cartoon images Also print out some basic colors or patterns to cut into shapes If you dont like the color of your background cardboards or canvases you can either color them with paint or print out patterns to make your backgrounds more colorful

Step 2 CutCut out your characters carefully and glue them on cardboard Now cut out the cardboard in the shape of your characters Be sure to cut out shapes for the scenery of your collage like clouds and trees There is no need to glue them on an additional cardboard if you do not want to make them look 3D

Step 3 Create 3D ElementsIdentify some parts of the animals you want to highlight like tails eyes or ears Cut out two of those parts from cardboard and glue one over the other so that the one with patterns stays on top

Step 4 GlueGlue your shapes onto 4 pieces of cardboard Start with the scenery (trees and clouds) then glue on your characters then glue on their cool colored double-layered body parts to make them stand out As a result you will have 3D-like animals or any other items you want

Step 6 Draw Parts and Write MessagesYou can draw some fine elements into your collage using ordinary colorful markers You can also write a message on your collage with a marker Your creations are now ready to make your child smile

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Danielrsquos Twisted Animal Crime LineupGreat artists know how to turn heads with their art and that is certainly the case with PicsArtist of the Month Daniel (n3cr0n0m1c0n) However when he turns heads he turns them into something else Daniel has recently unveiled a series of photos that replace the head of a human body with various animal heads - the only exception being an awesome Star Wars stormtrooper helmet

In each photo of the series Daniels body dons a different head Nevertheless he is shown wearing the same clothes - a leather jacket with a zipper that runs diagonally across his torso into the side of his collar The thing about Danielrsquos photos is that the details of their construction work really well together to create a dark artistic vision with grungy undertones

Despite this odd synergy each photo is posed with a nonchalance that seems to undermine the strangeness of it all every shot displaying the emotional expression of a criminal lineup or mugshot The body takes on a neutral stance and the animal heads stare with vacant expressions as if silently counting the seconds for the camera shutter to click so they can walk off and do something else The overall emotional effect is weird uneasy slightly comic and extremely captivating

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PICSART IN ACTION

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8 Killer Tips for Air Show Photography

by Chris Corradino

As temperatures warm up around most of the globe its time to once again welcome the return of Air Show season If youve never attended one before get ready for a thrilling event No matter how many times I photograph these high flying performances the power and precision of the pilots never fails to amaze me While they are an astonishing sight the raw speed of the passing jets can make for a challenging photo opportunity This article includes eight essential tips to help you capture the big event in your area

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TUTORIAL Shooting

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Beat the Crowds

Since much of the 2013 flying season was cancelled due to budget cuts this years shows are expected to smash previous attendance records With more than 150000 people jockeying for a good vantage point its essential you arrive 1-2 hours before the show starts This allows you to set up your gear in a prime location with unobstructed views of the action Before settling on a spot scan the horizon for any distractions that could block your lens The performers usually enter from the left and right with their stunts done at show center

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Lens Options

Air shows are usually several hours in duration and longer lenses can get quite heavy Image

stabilization is a nice feature but a tripod will give your arms a break and allow you to

create sharp images consistently While the majority of my aviation work

is shot with longer lenses I find that wide angle lenses are also

useful for performance teams that are spread out in wide

formations By utilizing a few different options

you can capture more of the action and

come home with a diverse collection

of images

Camera Settings

In order to freeze the flight of an aircraft travelling over 500 miles per hour youll need a very fast shutter speed For the best results I recommend at least 11000th of a second This is quick enough to stop even the fastest of aircrafts while also preventing camera shaking My exposure is typically around 11000 ISO 400 and f56 These settings are not meant to be exact but merely a starting point Depending on the weather conditions that day adjustments may be necessary

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Autofocus Techniques

Most DSLR cameras feature continuous focusing also known as AI Servo This mode will allow you to track moving subjects Keep your center focusing point over the aircraft with your shutter held halfway down As you follow the plane through your viewfinder the camera will automatically adjust the focus as the aircraft gets closer When you are ready to make an image simply press the shutter all the way down Air Show organizers often arrange photo passes where the pilot flies at a reduced speed Donrsquot get too comfortable though they return to full speed after just a few slow turns

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The Peak of Action

Smoke trails and afterburner effects are great additions to an aviation image Be ready for them as they happen quickly The trails of white smoke are actually created by pumping oil into the exhaust pipe This is particularly interesting when used by an entire formation of planes The patterns of smoke can be used to make for a more artistic composition In addition it adds a bit of contrast to the otherwise plain blue sky I also look to capture the interaction between two planes When pilots are flying side by side with their wings nearly touching a great deal of tension is introduced to the photo By freezing this moment in time you are also showcasing the precision and skill of the daring pilots

Enough Memory

With all of this fast-paced action you will likely burn through many memory cards rapidly I used to bring a portable hard drive with me and download the contents of the card while continuing to shoot This is no longer necessary as large capacity cards of 32GB are now very reasonably priced I like to shoot in RAW format whenever possible However if you are short on memory cards you may want to consider shooting in the LargeFine JPEG format This will allow you to fit more images on the card than RAW

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Capture The Local Color

For an up close look at some of these aircrafts check with your local airport or military base for static displays From the ground you can get a much better look at details like the paint scheme and propellers Depending on the venue you may even be able to climb inside the cockpit Since you will be very close a wide angle lens is the preferred choice here Walk around the entire plane to search for the best angle and create a strong composition

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Capture The Local Color

During the brief pauses in action turn your lens towards the people around you Spectators can often yield some interesting images Maybe its time for a quick selfie as well Pay special attention to any signs that may show the events name These can be used to start and end your gallery of images

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Creative Edits A City on a Back of an AnimalThe PicsArt editor makes really cool editing tricks easily available to anyone who has the will and imagination You can create some really amazing surreal images with PicsArt and to show you what we mean we have created a tutorial on how to raise an entire city on the back of an animal by combining photos and applying effects This tutorial also introduces users to our recently added feature for Android devices which lets users create their own custom clipart Follow these simple steps to become a photo wizard with PicsArt

TUTORIAL Editing

Step 1 Open Your Photo

Upload an animal photo from the Photo section of the main menu Make sure that your photo features a brightly lit animal in front of a dark background

Step 2 Apply the Cinerama Effect to the Main Photo

Select the Effects icon and choose the Cinerama effect from the Fx section of the Effects menu Save and confirm with checkmark

Step 3 Add a New Photo

Select the Add Photo icon and add a photo of the city you want to place on the back of the animal

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Step 4 Apply the Cinerama Effect

Select the top left icon (the Effect icon) from the menu that appears after you add a photo Apply the Cinerama effect just like you did with your main photo

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Step 5 Cut and Create Clipart

Select the Scissors icon from the top menu (ie the Free Crop option) Choose the Lasso option by clicking on the Brush icon Use the lasso to cut out the skyline of your city from the background Press the Save as Clipart button at the top of the screen to save your selection as a clipart image This will save your selection in My Clipart section allowing you to reuse it on any image whenever you need it

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Step 6 Place and Blend the Image

Adjust the size of your city and place it on the back of the animal Select and apply the Lighten blending mode from the menu

below Confirm the changes you have made

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Step 7 Shape Masks

Select the Shape Mask icon and choose a shape to frame your photo Reduce the opacity to around 30 to go with your shot Confirm and save your creation

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How to Draw Amazing Anime

Step by Step Tutorial

Anime has a unique style that has garnered global popularity even fanaticism This tutorial demonstrates how to make your very own anime using PicsArt Drawing Tools and your smart device

See how PicsArt Drawing Tools make drawing fun and easy and use this step by step tutorial to create your very own anime Who knows Maybe one day your anime will become the main character for your own cartoon or comics

TUTORIAL Drawing

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Step 1 Draw the Basic Outline

Draw a basic outline of your anime character using simple strokes in a light blue color so that you will be able to distinguish it from other outlines later on

Step 2 Refine your Outline

Add a new layer and use your previous layer as a guide to draw a more precise outline Delete the layer with the blue outline when finished

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Step 4 Add Color

Use thick colorful brushes to add the basic first layer of colors to your drawing

Step 3 Final Outline

Reduce the opacity and add a new layer for your final outline Trace a final outline using clean and deliberate strokes Make sure you get all of your details exactly right and correct previous mistakes Delete or hide previous outline layer when done

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Step 5 Add Shading

Add a new layer and outline the areas of your drawing you would like to shade Color this outline in black when you are ready

Step 6 Background Color

Reduce the opacity of your shade layer for a more subtle shade Use brighter tones to add lighting and reflection in your drawing Finish your drawing by using a translucent brush to add shading and texture to your background This creates ambiance and gives your anime character that final touch of realism it needs

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Design a Postcard that Encapsulates Summer VacationPicsArt has everything you need to create the perfect postcard using your summer photos With the right combination of masks texts and clipart you can create a professional card that perfectly captures the feelings and images of your fondest summer vacation memories

With this tutorial wersquoll show you an example of how to create a postcard step by step Yoursquoll be surprised at how easy it is to make something look so good in five easy steps

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Step 1 Upload a PhotoUpload a photo from the edit section of the main menu

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Step 2 Add Shape MaskSelect the Shape Mask icon from the menu bar and choose a shape mask that fits your photo best Customize the color size and opacity of the mask

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Step 3 2nd Shape MaskAdd a second Shape Mask with the same color and opacity as your previous one Reverse the mask by checking the box next to Inverse at the bottom right corner

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Step 4 Add TextPress the Text icon to add text to your postcard Add your text line by line to experiment with different fonts sizes and colors

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Step 5 Add ClipartPress the Clipart icon and choose clipart images to add that go with the theme of your postcard Customize the size and color to complete your postcard

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PicsArtist Roxyrsquos Visceral Mobile ArtThe series of abstract portraits created by PicsArtist Roxy HArt (roxyhart) are gripping Not only is her artwork raw and emotionally charged but it is rendered in a unique artistic fashion - all on her mobile phone

At times Roxy mixes her drawings with photography blending the two togehter with a variety of brush strokes and textures Roxy does not hold back when she faces inner anguish as an artist but rather injects this emotion into her work

Nevertheless some of her portraits are less jarring possessing a softer more poetic touch In these portraits her frustration gives way to melancholy as she tones down stark reds and peppers her portraits with faded yellows purples and blues

Not long ago terms like ldquomobile artrdquo were easily dismissed by the fine art mainstream but PicsArtists like Roxy prove that a tablet or smartphone can be just as powerful as a canvas and paintbrush The following collection of portraits by Roxy illustrate that even without the traditional tools mobile artwork retains emotion and authenticity

INSPIRATION Drawing

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WHATS NEW

PicsArtrsquos Exciting New Features for iOS and Android Devices

PicsArt recently released some exciting updates for Android and iOS Most of the new features were available for both platforms but they had their slight differences

The update included two new effects Dodger and Vintage Ivory The former softens your photo with pale colors and ambient lighting while the latter is inspired by vintage color palettes and resolutions but with a new whiter and brighter twist

PicsArt also gave users the ability to customize the colors of PicsArt Masks with a new Hue slider Shape masks offer the opportunity to choose from a variety of shapes to overlay on your photos and they have been made even better recently - by adding the option to customize them by texture in addition to the previously available color and opacity

For a quick fix and speedy share of an image we introduced the Auto Enhance tool which automatically brings you the basic best version of your image while still allowing you to customize in small ways

In addition to these commonly shared updates the two platforms have some differences as well iOS users can now customize their collages by adjusting the inner borders and can choose from a whole new variety of pre-made grids iOS users will also be excited about our updates in the Social Network as written tags and usernames written out in comments or photo descriptions now automatically become links to what they are referencing This will make it easier for users to discover each other as well as trending tags

Donrsquot worry Android users you have some cool stuff too We know that photo stealing has become an issue in our network so we have removed the save option for photos Now only photos that have freetoedit tag can be saved and reused by others If you do not tag your miages with that tag no one will be able to save them We hope that this will help prevent photo theft and preserve the artistic rights of our creative userbase

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A Brief Introduction to Photo History

Although photography as we know it is among the youngest of the major art forms its history can be traced back to ancient times Chinese philosopher Mo-Zi discussed the principles of a camera obscura in the 4th or 5th century BCE For two thousand years it was known as a small dark room (or box) with a tiny hole in one wall through which light shone and projected an inverted image

During the late 1500s Giambattista della Portia perfected its design by adding a convex lens to the hole making a sharper more detailed image Camera obscuras allowed artists to trace a scene in ink for a more faithful reproduction

The Early Days of Image Processing

The 18th and 19th centuries saw a multitude of methods for image processing and creation In 1727 Johann Schulze mixed chalk silver and nitric acid - a very early photosensitive compound - noting that one side of the flask darkened when exposed to sunlight In 1816 Joseph Niceacutephore Nieacutepce created the worlds first photograph by coating a metal plate in a silver chloride solution and exposing it to light for 8 hours However he did not discover a way of permanently fixing

the image for another decadeWilliam Henry Fox Talbot applied Nieacutepces recipe to paper in 1834 fixing the images with a salt solution and eventually patenting the first paper negative as the ldquoCalotyperdquo in 1841

Meanwhile Louis Daguerre was creating the Daguerrotype by coating copper sheets in silver iodide creating a metal negative which he developed in a solution of mercury These two inventions lead to the creation of photography To that end on August 19 1839 the French government publicly acknowledged the invention of photography

The first glass negative was made by Frederick Scott Archer in 1851 using a wet plate collodion process During the 1850s the tintype photograph emerged this made the negative image appear positive by exposing it onto a dark-coloured metal sheet coated with collodion which made the shadows appear light and the highlights dark

In 1861 James Clerk-Maxwell realized that he could photograph a scene three times through a red blue and green filter and project the images on top of each other to create a full-colour image

Finally in 1871 Richard Leach Maddox suspended the silver solution in gelatin creating the dry emulsion which sent photography skyrocketing It was applied first to glass negatives but would later find its way onto the thin plastic film that made photography possible for the public at large

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The Photographic Boom

By 1878 glass plate negatives were being manufactured commercially and in 1880 George Eastman opened what would become the Eastman-Kodak company Within ten years he was producing roll film and in 1900 released the first personal camera the Kodak Brownie In 1907 the Lumiegravere Brothers released the first commercial colour film

Oscar Barnack working for Leitz microscopes pushed camera invention forward in 1914 with the first 35mm camera which was improved upon and released in 1924 as the first Leica camera 1936 saw the introduction of the modern SLR (single-lens reflex camera) as well as the legendary Kodachrome film which finally made colour photography popular Polaroid would release instant black-and-white film in 1948 followed by the colour version in 1963

Students from the Emerson School for GirlsSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

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Unidentified Woman in Nine Oval ViewsSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

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The Digital Takeover

The first digital camera was invented in 1975 by Steve Sasson of Kodak using CCD sensor technology invented by Willard Boyle and George Smith in 1969 The birth of auto focus came with Minoltas Maxxum in 1985 paving the way for the worlds first commercially-available digital SLR ndash Kodaks 13 megapixel DCS-100 which sold in 1991 for $30000 USD Eight years later Nikon would wrestle away Kodaks dominance of the photo industry with the release of the D1 a 27MP model which went for a comparatively modest $6000

In 2003 Canon released the Digital Rebel the first consumer-level DSLR with a price tag under $1000 followed two years later by the first full-frame digital camera the 5D

Adobe hopped on the digital wave with the creation of Photoshop in 1990

A decade later the first camera phone was developed by Sharp in the early years of the new millennium Kodak ceased all production of film cameras in 2004 and even though the variety has been pared down they continue to produce film for the die-hard analog market

In the past ten years the major camera companies have focused their research and development almost entirely on improving their digital technology which has now begun to plateau The possibilities for future ingenuity now lay wide open with endless photographic possibilities waiting just over the horizon

The Reading EstablishmentAttributed to William Henry Fox Talbot (British 1800ndash1877)

Medium Salted paper prints from paper negatives

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Lola MontezSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

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Lemuel ShawSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

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Louis-Jacques-Mandeacute DaguerreJohn Jabez Edwin Mayall (British Oldham Lancashire 1813ndash1901 West Sussex)

Medium Albumen silver print from glass negative

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View Down Brattle Street from the Southworth amp Hawes Studio at 5 12 Tremont Row Boston

Southworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)Medium Daguerreotype

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Interview with Celebrity Photographer Jason Bell Having shot for publications like Vanity Fair Vogue photographed royals and had some of his work submitted into Britainrsquos National Portrait Gallery Jason Bell has cemented his place as one of the foremost portrait photographers of his generation He has published four books and received more accolades than we have room to mention In any case Jasonrsquos work is the gold-standard when it comes to peering past the face and into the soul of subject model or celebrity His work has fascinated us for some time so we interviewed him to learn more about his work and career

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INERVIEW

All images by and copyright of Jason Bell

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How did you become a photographer

I just always was I took pictures a lot as a child and then when I was at school I was given the keys to the school dark room which I remember finding a magical place It just carried on from there

You actually studied Politics Philosophy and Economics at Oxford and as of today you have photographed some of the most powerful individuals on earth from presidents to royals Is there a correlation there

I am a strong believer in researching the people I photograph so I think it helps that my education has given me an understanding of what some of them do

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What was it like to take the official christening photographs of Prince George

It was an honour to be asked Everyone kept telling me beforehand how nervous I would be and that I must be so stressed But I actually felt very relaxed throughout They gave me all the time I needed to prepare and were very friendly and relaxed I enjoyed it

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Many of your photos are part of the permanent collection of the National Portrait Gallery the United Kingdomrsquos official gallery for portraits of historical British people Your work is national history How does this feel

I try not to think of it in those terms but more about what I want to say about the person Irsquom photographing or what I can encourage them to reveal

Are there any portraits of yours in the National Portrait Gallery that stand out as favourites

My favourites tend to be favourites because they are people I have felt a particular connection with or even become friends with I try to do that with everyone I photograph but obviously it happens with some people more than others

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Yoursquove captured a lot of artists and entertainers as well What is it like photographing celebrities

I am lucky in that I photographed some famous people very early on in my career so I got used to it very quickly and it is not something that I find difficult to deal with at all now They are just people like everybody else and usually enjoy being treated as such

You did the movie posters for modern British classic like Billy Elliot and Love Actually How is shooting a movie poster different from capturing a portrait

It tends to be much more art directed so I have less freedom to just do what I want and have to follow a brief more carefully In those instances I try to follow that brief and then give them something in addition that they maybe didnrsquot know they wanted

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Have you ever photographed someone who had maybe been a role model of some kind for you or maybe just admired greatly

Yes - very early on in my career I was sent to Iceland to photograph Bjork I had been listening to that first album of hers all summer and so was a bit of a fan It actually kind of got in the way initially me being a fan and I had to get past that as quickly as possible to find the person I wanted to photograph

What was the most surreal moment you ever experienced during a photography shoot

I was shooting a campaign for the Royal Opera House of a Chinese opera singer called Liping Zhang in a beautiful area near the Mongolian border We were assured the weather would be OK since it was late spring but a freak snowstorm came through so we were all freezing and inappropriately dressed and we had to bundle her up in Chinese army coats to keep her warm and at the last moment there was so much snow we couldnrsquot even drive her to the spot where I wanted to photograph her so in order to get her there we had to rent a camel to put her on

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What advice would you give to amatuer photographers

Many of the students and amateurs who come to see me show me a little bit of everything That is unlikely to get you commissioned when you are starting out So I think itrsquos better to concentrate on one thing and do it very well at the beginning and then when that goes well you can branch out

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Bewitched by BlightA building in ruins hangs together by what seems like threads One of the upper floors sags precariously just inches above the head of a young woman who strolls absent-mindedly with a teddy-bear in hand It seems possible that at any moment the whole structure could come crashing down Lady Luck we presume

Danny Aguirre (danny-aguirre-142) is the PicsArtist responsible for this Photo of the Month entitled Lady Luck Aguirre edited this image to perfection transplanting a young lively and vibrant woman into a world of decay In this manner the photo speaks to us through contrast

Darkly lit ruins once full of life now sit forgotten surrounded by sick yellow skies The deteriorating building bears down on an unwary and carefree youth (Lady Luck) ambling at the mercy of its behemonth broken structure In this peculiar and eerie scene Aguirre captivates his audience while conveying the promise of the unexpected

In an ever-changing world Aguirre has captured the aesthetic beauty of a building that has passed its prime However in its old age the building has become something else entirely a peculiar and curious space open to imaginative interpretation This is perhaps the luck that the young lady pictured in the image and Aguirres audience have stumbled upon an unexpected opportunity to reflect on the present in light of the past Through his creative vision Aguirre allows us to study ourselves and the physical structures we leave behind for future generations

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A Photographerrsquos Guide to the US

The most unique shots in America and where to get them

Kelso San Dunes Mojave Desert

If yoursquore looking for a unique photography opportunity head for the Kelso Sand Dunes - mountainous piles of sand that seem to spring up from nowhere in the middle of the Mojave Desert The tallest dunes can rise up to 650 feet above the surrounding terrain In this setting a well-timed hike might allow you photograph the sunset from a phenomenal vantage point A couple words of caution be sure to take a flashlight in order to get back to your car and never go alone

If you donrsquot make it to the sand dunes dont despair The spectacular darkness of the Mojave desert translates into spectacular nighttime photography With almost no ambient light (apart from the stars and the vague glow over the horizon coming from Las Vegas) the Mojave is the perfect place to experiment with time lapse night shots and double exposures This is a surefire way to snap some fantastic shots

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The Redwood Forests California

If you drive down the west coast of California on Route 1 yoursquoll suddenly find yourself in a magical landscape of trees so tall that you feel like a tiny critter The redwood forests in California are truly a sight to behold and the deep ochre of the tree barks is spectacular to see

Driving through this area is fantastic but make sure that you park up and go exploring with your camera This is one of the best places for nature photography The way the light streams through the canopy in the late afternoon is nothing short of breathtaking a must see for every photographer

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Tucson Arizona

Tucson may not seem like a photographerrsquos haven and if you visit in July when the temperatures soar to over 100 degrees Fahrenheit it certainly wonrsquot feel like it either However the landscape of this often-forgotten city makes for some truly breathtaking sunsets and sunrises where flat land gives way to gorgeous mountains ensconced by sunlight

If you visit Tucson youll also find that it is an unlikely hotbed of culture and art With a history that goes back much further than many of its neighbors in the south west Tucson boasts remarkable architecture historic neighborhoods and museums not to mention the Mission San Xavier del Bac an 18th-century mission that is still functioning Whats more the city has a distinctly Western flavor in light of pervasive Native American and Mexican influences After the sun goes down yoursquoll also find art events and bars alive with music and bonding in a comfy college-town atmosphere which means that you can capture some great shots of people simply being themselves

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DIY Wall Decorations for Kids Room

Artists start young so here we want to show how you can nurture art into a child by decorating his room so he starts seeing and valuing creativity from his early days

This DIY tutorial is so easy to do that if you have elder children you can involve them in the process of making these awsome wall hangings Make a collage in minutes that will be an impressive surprise for everyone and give you a proud piece of original artwork to hang on the wall in your kids room

For this project yoursquoll need a color printer markers scissors glue 2 pieces of ordinary cardboard and 4 equal-sized colorfull cardboards or canvas

Step 1 PrintFind some awesome characters online by either browsing clipart in the PicsArt Shop or googling cartoon images Also print out some basic colors or patterns to cut into shapes If you dont like the color of your background cardboards or canvases you can either color them with paint or print out patterns to make your backgrounds more colorful

Step 2 CutCut out your characters carefully and glue them on cardboard Now cut out the cardboard in the shape of your characters Be sure to cut out shapes for the scenery of your collage like clouds and trees There is no need to glue them on an additional cardboard if you do not want to make them look 3D

Step 3 Create 3D ElementsIdentify some parts of the animals you want to highlight like tails eyes or ears Cut out two of those parts from cardboard and glue one over the other so that the one with patterns stays on top

Step 4 GlueGlue your shapes onto 4 pieces of cardboard Start with the scenery (trees and clouds) then glue on your characters then glue on their cool colored double-layered body parts to make them stand out As a result you will have 3D-like animals or any other items you want

Step 6 Draw Parts and Write MessagesYou can draw some fine elements into your collage using ordinary colorful markers You can also write a message on your collage with a marker Your creations are now ready to make your child smile

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Danielrsquos Twisted Animal Crime LineupGreat artists know how to turn heads with their art and that is certainly the case with PicsArtist of the Month Daniel (n3cr0n0m1c0n) However when he turns heads he turns them into something else Daniel has recently unveiled a series of photos that replace the head of a human body with various animal heads - the only exception being an awesome Star Wars stormtrooper helmet

In each photo of the series Daniels body dons a different head Nevertheless he is shown wearing the same clothes - a leather jacket with a zipper that runs diagonally across his torso into the side of his collar The thing about Danielrsquos photos is that the details of their construction work really well together to create a dark artistic vision with grungy undertones

Despite this odd synergy each photo is posed with a nonchalance that seems to undermine the strangeness of it all every shot displaying the emotional expression of a criminal lineup or mugshot The body takes on a neutral stance and the animal heads stare with vacant expressions as if silently counting the seconds for the camera shutter to click so they can walk off and do something else The overall emotional effect is weird uneasy slightly comic and extremely captivating

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8 Killer Tips for Air Show Photography

by Chris Corradino

As temperatures warm up around most of the globe its time to once again welcome the return of Air Show season If youve never attended one before get ready for a thrilling event No matter how many times I photograph these high flying performances the power and precision of the pilots never fails to amaze me While they are an astonishing sight the raw speed of the passing jets can make for a challenging photo opportunity This article includes eight essential tips to help you capture the big event in your area

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TUTORIAL Shooting

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Beat the Crowds

Since much of the 2013 flying season was cancelled due to budget cuts this years shows are expected to smash previous attendance records With more than 150000 people jockeying for a good vantage point its essential you arrive 1-2 hours before the show starts This allows you to set up your gear in a prime location with unobstructed views of the action Before settling on a spot scan the horizon for any distractions that could block your lens The performers usually enter from the left and right with their stunts done at show center

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Lens Options

Air shows are usually several hours in duration and longer lenses can get quite heavy Image

stabilization is a nice feature but a tripod will give your arms a break and allow you to

create sharp images consistently While the majority of my aviation work

is shot with longer lenses I find that wide angle lenses are also

useful for performance teams that are spread out in wide

formations By utilizing a few different options

you can capture more of the action and

come home with a diverse collection

of images

Camera Settings

In order to freeze the flight of an aircraft travelling over 500 miles per hour youll need a very fast shutter speed For the best results I recommend at least 11000th of a second This is quick enough to stop even the fastest of aircrafts while also preventing camera shaking My exposure is typically around 11000 ISO 400 and f56 These settings are not meant to be exact but merely a starting point Depending on the weather conditions that day adjustments may be necessary

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Autofocus Techniques

Most DSLR cameras feature continuous focusing also known as AI Servo This mode will allow you to track moving subjects Keep your center focusing point over the aircraft with your shutter held halfway down As you follow the plane through your viewfinder the camera will automatically adjust the focus as the aircraft gets closer When you are ready to make an image simply press the shutter all the way down Air Show organizers often arrange photo passes where the pilot flies at a reduced speed Donrsquot get too comfortable though they return to full speed after just a few slow turns

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The Peak of Action

Smoke trails and afterburner effects are great additions to an aviation image Be ready for them as they happen quickly The trails of white smoke are actually created by pumping oil into the exhaust pipe This is particularly interesting when used by an entire formation of planes The patterns of smoke can be used to make for a more artistic composition In addition it adds a bit of contrast to the otherwise plain blue sky I also look to capture the interaction between two planes When pilots are flying side by side with their wings nearly touching a great deal of tension is introduced to the photo By freezing this moment in time you are also showcasing the precision and skill of the daring pilots

Enough Memory

With all of this fast-paced action you will likely burn through many memory cards rapidly I used to bring a portable hard drive with me and download the contents of the card while continuing to shoot This is no longer necessary as large capacity cards of 32GB are now very reasonably priced I like to shoot in RAW format whenever possible However if you are short on memory cards you may want to consider shooting in the LargeFine JPEG format This will allow you to fit more images on the card than RAW

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Capture The Local Color

For an up close look at some of these aircrafts check with your local airport or military base for static displays From the ground you can get a much better look at details like the paint scheme and propellers Depending on the venue you may even be able to climb inside the cockpit Since you will be very close a wide angle lens is the preferred choice here Walk around the entire plane to search for the best angle and create a strong composition

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Capture The Local Color

During the brief pauses in action turn your lens towards the people around you Spectators can often yield some interesting images Maybe its time for a quick selfie as well Pay special attention to any signs that may show the events name These can be used to start and end your gallery of images

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Creative Edits A City on a Back of an AnimalThe PicsArt editor makes really cool editing tricks easily available to anyone who has the will and imagination You can create some really amazing surreal images with PicsArt and to show you what we mean we have created a tutorial on how to raise an entire city on the back of an animal by combining photos and applying effects This tutorial also introduces users to our recently added feature for Android devices which lets users create their own custom clipart Follow these simple steps to become a photo wizard with PicsArt

TUTORIAL Editing

Step 1 Open Your Photo

Upload an animal photo from the Photo section of the main menu Make sure that your photo features a brightly lit animal in front of a dark background

Step 2 Apply the Cinerama Effect to the Main Photo

Select the Effects icon and choose the Cinerama effect from the Fx section of the Effects menu Save and confirm with checkmark

Step 3 Add a New Photo

Select the Add Photo icon and add a photo of the city you want to place on the back of the animal

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Step 4 Apply the Cinerama Effect

Select the top left icon (the Effect icon) from the menu that appears after you add a photo Apply the Cinerama effect just like you did with your main photo

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Step 5 Cut and Create Clipart

Select the Scissors icon from the top menu (ie the Free Crop option) Choose the Lasso option by clicking on the Brush icon Use the lasso to cut out the skyline of your city from the background Press the Save as Clipart button at the top of the screen to save your selection as a clipart image This will save your selection in My Clipart section allowing you to reuse it on any image whenever you need it

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Step 6 Place and Blend the Image

Adjust the size of your city and place it on the back of the animal Select and apply the Lighten blending mode from the menu

below Confirm the changes you have made

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Step 7 Shape Masks

Select the Shape Mask icon and choose a shape to frame your photo Reduce the opacity to around 30 to go with your shot Confirm and save your creation

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How to Draw Amazing Anime

Step by Step Tutorial

Anime has a unique style that has garnered global popularity even fanaticism This tutorial demonstrates how to make your very own anime using PicsArt Drawing Tools and your smart device

See how PicsArt Drawing Tools make drawing fun and easy and use this step by step tutorial to create your very own anime Who knows Maybe one day your anime will become the main character for your own cartoon or comics

TUTORIAL Drawing

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Step 1 Draw the Basic Outline

Draw a basic outline of your anime character using simple strokes in a light blue color so that you will be able to distinguish it from other outlines later on

Step 2 Refine your Outline

Add a new layer and use your previous layer as a guide to draw a more precise outline Delete the layer with the blue outline when finished

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Step 4 Add Color

Use thick colorful brushes to add the basic first layer of colors to your drawing

Step 3 Final Outline

Reduce the opacity and add a new layer for your final outline Trace a final outline using clean and deliberate strokes Make sure you get all of your details exactly right and correct previous mistakes Delete or hide previous outline layer when done

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Step 5 Add Shading

Add a new layer and outline the areas of your drawing you would like to shade Color this outline in black when you are ready

Step 6 Background Color

Reduce the opacity of your shade layer for a more subtle shade Use brighter tones to add lighting and reflection in your drawing Finish your drawing by using a translucent brush to add shading and texture to your background This creates ambiance and gives your anime character that final touch of realism it needs

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Design a Postcard that Encapsulates Summer VacationPicsArt has everything you need to create the perfect postcard using your summer photos With the right combination of masks texts and clipart you can create a professional card that perfectly captures the feelings and images of your fondest summer vacation memories

With this tutorial wersquoll show you an example of how to create a postcard step by step Yoursquoll be surprised at how easy it is to make something look so good in five easy steps

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Step 1 Upload a PhotoUpload a photo from the edit section of the main menu

TUTORIAL Design

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Step 2 Add Shape MaskSelect the Shape Mask icon from the menu bar and choose a shape mask that fits your photo best Customize the color size and opacity of the mask

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Step 3 2nd Shape MaskAdd a second Shape Mask with the same color and opacity as your previous one Reverse the mask by checking the box next to Inverse at the bottom right corner

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Step 4 Add TextPress the Text icon to add text to your postcard Add your text line by line to experiment with different fonts sizes and colors

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Step 5 Add ClipartPress the Clipart icon and choose clipart images to add that go with the theme of your postcard Customize the size and color to complete your postcard

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PicsArtist Roxyrsquos Visceral Mobile ArtThe series of abstract portraits created by PicsArtist Roxy HArt (roxyhart) are gripping Not only is her artwork raw and emotionally charged but it is rendered in a unique artistic fashion - all on her mobile phone

At times Roxy mixes her drawings with photography blending the two togehter with a variety of brush strokes and textures Roxy does not hold back when she faces inner anguish as an artist but rather injects this emotion into her work

Nevertheless some of her portraits are less jarring possessing a softer more poetic touch In these portraits her frustration gives way to melancholy as she tones down stark reds and peppers her portraits with faded yellows purples and blues

Not long ago terms like ldquomobile artrdquo were easily dismissed by the fine art mainstream but PicsArtists like Roxy prove that a tablet or smartphone can be just as powerful as a canvas and paintbrush The following collection of portraits by Roxy illustrate that even without the traditional tools mobile artwork retains emotion and authenticity

INSPIRATION Drawing

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WHATS NEW

PicsArtrsquos Exciting New Features for iOS and Android Devices

PicsArt recently released some exciting updates for Android and iOS Most of the new features were available for both platforms but they had their slight differences

The update included two new effects Dodger and Vintage Ivory The former softens your photo with pale colors and ambient lighting while the latter is inspired by vintage color palettes and resolutions but with a new whiter and brighter twist

PicsArt also gave users the ability to customize the colors of PicsArt Masks with a new Hue slider Shape masks offer the opportunity to choose from a variety of shapes to overlay on your photos and they have been made even better recently - by adding the option to customize them by texture in addition to the previously available color and opacity

For a quick fix and speedy share of an image we introduced the Auto Enhance tool which automatically brings you the basic best version of your image while still allowing you to customize in small ways

In addition to these commonly shared updates the two platforms have some differences as well iOS users can now customize their collages by adjusting the inner borders and can choose from a whole new variety of pre-made grids iOS users will also be excited about our updates in the Social Network as written tags and usernames written out in comments or photo descriptions now automatically become links to what they are referencing This will make it easier for users to discover each other as well as trending tags

Donrsquot worry Android users you have some cool stuff too We know that photo stealing has become an issue in our network so we have removed the save option for photos Now only photos that have freetoedit tag can be saved and reused by others If you do not tag your miages with that tag no one will be able to save them We hope that this will help prevent photo theft and preserve the artistic rights of our creative userbase

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A Brief Introduction to Photo History

Although photography as we know it is among the youngest of the major art forms its history can be traced back to ancient times Chinese philosopher Mo-Zi discussed the principles of a camera obscura in the 4th or 5th century BCE For two thousand years it was known as a small dark room (or box) with a tiny hole in one wall through which light shone and projected an inverted image

During the late 1500s Giambattista della Portia perfected its design by adding a convex lens to the hole making a sharper more detailed image Camera obscuras allowed artists to trace a scene in ink for a more faithful reproduction

The Early Days of Image Processing

The 18th and 19th centuries saw a multitude of methods for image processing and creation In 1727 Johann Schulze mixed chalk silver and nitric acid - a very early photosensitive compound - noting that one side of the flask darkened when exposed to sunlight In 1816 Joseph Niceacutephore Nieacutepce created the worlds first photograph by coating a metal plate in a silver chloride solution and exposing it to light for 8 hours However he did not discover a way of permanently fixing

the image for another decadeWilliam Henry Fox Talbot applied Nieacutepces recipe to paper in 1834 fixing the images with a salt solution and eventually patenting the first paper negative as the ldquoCalotyperdquo in 1841

Meanwhile Louis Daguerre was creating the Daguerrotype by coating copper sheets in silver iodide creating a metal negative which he developed in a solution of mercury These two inventions lead to the creation of photography To that end on August 19 1839 the French government publicly acknowledged the invention of photography

The first glass negative was made by Frederick Scott Archer in 1851 using a wet plate collodion process During the 1850s the tintype photograph emerged this made the negative image appear positive by exposing it onto a dark-coloured metal sheet coated with collodion which made the shadows appear light and the highlights dark

In 1861 James Clerk-Maxwell realized that he could photograph a scene three times through a red blue and green filter and project the images on top of each other to create a full-colour image

Finally in 1871 Richard Leach Maddox suspended the silver solution in gelatin creating the dry emulsion which sent photography skyrocketing It was applied first to glass negatives but would later find its way onto the thin plastic film that made photography possible for the public at large

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The Photographic Boom

By 1878 glass plate negatives were being manufactured commercially and in 1880 George Eastman opened what would become the Eastman-Kodak company Within ten years he was producing roll film and in 1900 released the first personal camera the Kodak Brownie In 1907 the Lumiegravere Brothers released the first commercial colour film

Oscar Barnack working for Leitz microscopes pushed camera invention forward in 1914 with the first 35mm camera which was improved upon and released in 1924 as the first Leica camera 1936 saw the introduction of the modern SLR (single-lens reflex camera) as well as the legendary Kodachrome film which finally made colour photography popular Polaroid would release instant black-and-white film in 1948 followed by the colour version in 1963

Students from the Emerson School for GirlsSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

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Unidentified Woman in Nine Oval ViewsSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

Medium Daguerreotype

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The Digital Takeover

The first digital camera was invented in 1975 by Steve Sasson of Kodak using CCD sensor technology invented by Willard Boyle and George Smith in 1969 The birth of auto focus came with Minoltas Maxxum in 1985 paving the way for the worlds first commercially-available digital SLR ndash Kodaks 13 megapixel DCS-100 which sold in 1991 for $30000 USD Eight years later Nikon would wrestle away Kodaks dominance of the photo industry with the release of the D1 a 27MP model which went for a comparatively modest $6000

In 2003 Canon released the Digital Rebel the first consumer-level DSLR with a price tag under $1000 followed two years later by the first full-frame digital camera the 5D

Adobe hopped on the digital wave with the creation of Photoshop in 1990

A decade later the first camera phone was developed by Sharp in the early years of the new millennium Kodak ceased all production of film cameras in 2004 and even though the variety has been pared down they continue to produce film for the die-hard analog market

In the past ten years the major camera companies have focused their research and development almost entirely on improving their digital technology which has now begun to plateau The possibilities for future ingenuity now lay wide open with endless photographic possibilities waiting just over the horizon

The Reading EstablishmentAttributed to William Henry Fox Talbot (British 1800ndash1877)

Medium Salted paper prints from paper negatives

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Lola MontezSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

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Lemuel ShawSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

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Louis-Jacques-Mandeacute DaguerreJohn Jabez Edwin Mayall (British Oldham Lancashire 1813ndash1901 West Sussex)

Medium Albumen silver print from glass negative

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View Down Brattle Street from the Southworth amp Hawes Studio at 5 12 Tremont Row Boston

Southworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)Medium Daguerreotype

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Interview with Celebrity Photographer Jason Bell Having shot for publications like Vanity Fair Vogue photographed royals and had some of his work submitted into Britainrsquos National Portrait Gallery Jason Bell has cemented his place as one of the foremost portrait photographers of his generation He has published four books and received more accolades than we have room to mention In any case Jasonrsquos work is the gold-standard when it comes to peering past the face and into the soul of subject model or celebrity His work has fascinated us for some time so we interviewed him to learn more about his work and career

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INERVIEW

All images by and copyright of Jason Bell

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How did you become a photographer

I just always was I took pictures a lot as a child and then when I was at school I was given the keys to the school dark room which I remember finding a magical place It just carried on from there

You actually studied Politics Philosophy and Economics at Oxford and as of today you have photographed some of the most powerful individuals on earth from presidents to royals Is there a correlation there

I am a strong believer in researching the people I photograph so I think it helps that my education has given me an understanding of what some of them do

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What was it like to take the official christening photographs of Prince George

It was an honour to be asked Everyone kept telling me beforehand how nervous I would be and that I must be so stressed But I actually felt very relaxed throughout They gave me all the time I needed to prepare and were very friendly and relaxed I enjoyed it

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Many of your photos are part of the permanent collection of the National Portrait Gallery the United Kingdomrsquos official gallery for portraits of historical British people Your work is national history How does this feel

I try not to think of it in those terms but more about what I want to say about the person Irsquom photographing or what I can encourage them to reveal

Are there any portraits of yours in the National Portrait Gallery that stand out as favourites

My favourites tend to be favourites because they are people I have felt a particular connection with or even become friends with I try to do that with everyone I photograph but obviously it happens with some people more than others

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Yoursquove captured a lot of artists and entertainers as well What is it like photographing celebrities

I am lucky in that I photographed some famous people very early on in my career so I got used to it very quickly and it is not something that I find difficult to deal with at all now They are just people like everybody else and usually enjoy being treated as such

You did the movie posters for modern British classic like Billy Elliot and Love Actually How is shooting a movie poster different from capturing a portrait

It tends to be much more art directed so I have less freedom to just do what I want and have to follow a brief more carefully In those instances I try to follow that brief and then give them something in addition that they maybe didnrsquot know they wanted

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Have you ever photographed someone who had maybe been a role model of some kind for you or maybe just admired greatly

Yes - very early on in my career I was sent to Iceland to photograph Bjork I had been listening to that first album of hers all summer and so was a bit of a fan It actually kind of got in the way initially me being a fan and I had to get past that as quickly as possible to find the person I wanted to photograph

What was the most surreal moment you ever experienced during a photography shoot

I was shooting a campaign for the Royal Opera House of a Chinese opera singer called Liping Zhang in a beautiful area near the Mongolian border We were assured the weather would be OK since it was late spring but a freak snowstorm came through so we were all freezing and inappropriately dressed and we had to bundle her up in Chinese army coats to keep her warm and at the last moment there was so much snow we couldnrsquot even drive her to the spot where I wanted to photograph her so in order to get her there we had to rent a camel to put her on

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What advice would you give to amatuer photographers

Many of the students and amateurs who come to see me show me a little bit of everything That is unlikely to get you commissioned when you are starting out So I think itrsquos better to concentrate on one thing and do it very well at the beginning and then when that goes well you can branch out

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Bewitched by BlightA building in ruins hangs together by what seems like threads One of the upper floors sags precariously just inches above the head of a young woman who strolls absent-mindedly with a teddy-bear in hand It seems possible that at any moment the whole structure could come crashing down Lady Luck we presume

Danny Aguirre (danny-aguirre-142) is the PicsArtist responsible for this Photo of the Month entitled Lady Luck Aguirre edited this image to perfection transplanting a young lively and vibrant woman into a world of decay In this manner the photo speaks to us through contrast

Darkly lit ruins once full of life now sit forgotten surrounded by sick yellow skies The deteriorating building bears down on an unwary and carefree youth (Lady Luck) ambling at the mercy of its behemonth broken structure In this peculiar and eerie scene Aguirre captivates his audience while conveying the promise of the unexpected

In an ever-changing world Aguirre has captured the aesthetic beauty of a building that has passed its prime However in its old age the building has become something else entirely a peculiar and curious space open to imaginative interpretation This is perhaps the luck that the young lady pictured in the image and Aguirres audience have stumbled upon an unexpected opportunity to reflect on the present in light of the past Through his creative vision Aguirre allows us to study ourselves and the physical structures we leave behind for future generations

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A Photographerrsquos Guide to the US

The most unique shots in America and where to get them

Kelso San Dunes Mojave Desert

If yoursquore looking for a unique photography opportunity head for the Kelso Sand Dunes - mountainous piles of sand that seem to spring up from nowhere in the middle of the Mojave Desert The tallest dunes can rise up to 650 feet above the surrounding terrain In this setting a well-timed hike might allow you photograph the sunset from a phenomenal vantage point A couple words of caution be sure to take a flashlight in order to get back to your car and never go alone

If you donrsquot make it to the sand dunes dont despair The spectacular darkness of the Mojave desert translates into spectacular nighttime photography With almost no ambient light (apart from the stars and the vague glow over the horizon coming from Las Vegas) the Mojave is the perfect place to experiment with time lapse night shots and double exposures This is a surefire way to snap some fantastic shots

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The Redwood Forests California

If you drive down the west coast of California on Route 1 yoursquoll suddenly find yourself in a magical landscape of trees so tall that you feel like a tiny critter The redwood forests in California are truly a sight to behold and the deep ochre of the tree barks is spectacular to see

Driving through this area is fantastic but make sure that you park up and go exploring with your camera This is one of the best places for nature photography The way the light streams through the canopy in the late afternoon is nothing short of breathtaking a must see for every photographer

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Tucson Arizona

Tucson may not seem like a photographerrsquos haven and if you visit in July when the temperatures soar to over 100 degrees Fahrenheit it certainly wonrsquot feel like it either However the landscape of this often-forgotten city makes for some truly breathtaking sunsets and sunrises where flat land gives way to gorgeous mountains ensconced by sunlight

If you visit Tucson youll also find that it is an unlikely hotbed of culture and art With a history that goes back much further than many of its neighbors in the south west Tucson boasts remarkable architecture historic neighborhoods and museums not to mention the Mission San Xavier del Bac an 18th-century mission that is still functioning Whats more the city has a distinctly Western flavor in light of pervasive Native American and Mexican influences After the sun goes down yoursquoll also find art events and bars alive with music and bonding in a comfy college-town atmosphere which means that you can capture some great shots of people simply being themselves

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DIY Wall Decorations for Kids Room

Artists start young so here we want to show how you can nurture art into a child by decorating his room so he starts seeing and valuing creativity from his early days

This DIY tutorial is so easy to do that if you have elder children you can involve them in the process of making these awsome wall hangings Make a collage in minutes that will be an impressive surprise for everyone and give you a proud piece of original artwork to hang on the wall in your kids room

For this project yoursquoll need a color printer markers scissors glue 2 pieces of ordinary cardboard and 4 equal-sized colorfull cardboards or canvas

Step 1 PrintFind some awesome characters online by either browsing clipart in the PicsArt Shop or googling cartoon images Also print out some basic colors or patterns to cut into shapes If you dont like the color of your background cardboards or canvases you can either color them with paint or print out patterns to make your backgrounds more colorful

Step 2 CutCut out your characters carefully and glue them on cardboard Now cut out the cardboard in the shape of your characters Be sure to cut out shapes for the scenery of your collage like clouds and trees There is no need to glue them on an additional cardboard if you do not want to make them look 3D

Step 3 Create 3D ElementsIdentify some parts of the animals you want to highlight like tails eyes or ears Cut out two of those parts from cardboard and glue one over the other so that the one with patterns stays on top

Step 4 GlueGlue your shapes onto 4 pieces of cardboard Start with the scenery (trees and clouds) then glue on your characters then glue on their cool colored double-layered body parts to make them stand out As a result you will have 3D-like animals or any other items you want

Step 6 Draw Parts and Write MessagesYou can draw some fine elements into your collage using ordinary colorful markers You can also write a message on your collage with a marker Your creations are now ready to make your child smile

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Danielrsquos Twisted Animal Crime LineupGreat artists know how to turn heads with their art and that is certainly the case with PicsArtist of the Month Daniel (n3cr0n0m1c0n) However when he turns heads he turns them into something else Daniel has recently unveiled a series of photos that replace the head of a human body with various animal heads - the only exception being an awesome Star Wars stormtrooper helmet

In each photo of the series Daniels body dons a different head Nevertheless he is shown wearing the same clothes - a leather jacket with a zipper that runs diagonally across his torso into the side of his collar The thing about Danielrsquos photos is that the details of their construction work really well together to create a dark artistic vision with grungy undertones

Despite this odd synergy each photo is posed with a nonchalance that seems to undermine the strangeness of it all every shot displaying the emotional expression of a criminal lineup or mugshot The body takes on a neutral stance and the animal heads stare with vacant expressions as if silently counting the seconds for the camera shutter to click so they can walk off and do something else The overall emotional effect is weird uneasy slightly comic and extremely captivating

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8 Killer Tips for Air Show Photography

by Chris Corradino

As temperatures warm up around most of the globe its time to once again welcome the return of Air Show season If youve never attended one before get ready for a thrilling event No matter how many times I photograph these high flying performances the power and precision of the pilots never fails to amaze me While they are an astonishing sight the raw speed of the passing jets can make for a challenging photo opportunity This article includes eight essential tips to help you capture the big event in your area

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TUTORIAL Shooting

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Beat the Crowds

Since much of the 2013 flying season was cancelled due to budget cuts this years shows are expected to smash previous attendance records With more than 150000 people jockeying for a good vantage point its essential you arrive 1-2 hours before the show starts This allows you to set up your gear in a prime location with unobstructed views of the action Before settling on a spot scan the horizon for any distractions that could block your lens The performers usually enter from the left and right with their stunts done at show center

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Lens Options

Air shows are usually several hours in duration and longer lenses can get quite heavy Image

stabilization is a nice feature but a tripod will give your arms a break and allow you to

create sharp images consistently While the majority of my aviation work

is shot with longer lenses I find that wide angle lenses are also

useful for performance teams that are spread out in wide

formations By utilizing a few different options

you can capture more of the action and

come home with a diverse collection

of images

Camera Settings

In order to freeze the flight of an aircraft travelling over 500 miles per hour youll need a very fast shutter speed For the best results I recommend at least 11000th of a second This is quick enough to stop even the fastest of aircrafts while also preventing camera shaking My exposure is typically around 11000 ISO 400 and f56 These settings are not meant to be exact but merely a starting point Depending on the weather conditions that day adjustments may be necessary

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Autofocus Techniques

Most DSLR cameras feature continuous focusing also known as AI Servo This mode will allow you to track moving subjects Keep your center focusing point over the aircraft with your shutter held halfway down As you follow the plane through your viewfinder the camera will automatically adjust the focus as the aircraft gets closer When you are ready to make an image simply press the shutter all the way down Air Show organizers often arrange photo passes where the pilot flies at a reduced speed Donrsquot get too comfortable though they return to full speed after just a few slow turns

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The Peak of Action

Smoke trails and afterburner effects are great additions to an aviation image Be ready for them as they happen quickly The trails of white smoke are actually created by pumping oil into the exhaust pipe This is particularly interesting when used by an entire formation of planes The patterns of smoke can be used to make for a more artistic composition In addition it adds a bit of contrast to the otherwise plain blue sky I also look to capture the interaction between two planes When pilots are flying side by side with their wings nearly touching a great deal of tension is introduced to the photo By freezing this moment in time you are also showcasing the precision and skill of the daring pilots

Enough Memory

With all of this fast-paced action you will likely burn through many memory cards rapidly I used to bring a portable hard drive with me and download the contents of the card while continuing to shoot This is no longer necessary as large capacity cards of 32GB are now very reasonably priced I like to shoot in RAW format whenever possible However if you are short on memory cards you may want to consider shooting in the LargeFine JPEG format This will allow you to fit more images on the card than RAW

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Capture The Local Color

For an up close look at some of these aircrafts check with your local airport or military base for static displays From the ground you can get a much better look at details like the paint scheme and propellers Depending on the venue you may even be able to climb inside the cockpit Since you will be very close a wide angle lens is the preferred choice here Walk around the entire plane to search for the best angle and create a strong composition

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Capture The Local Color

During the brief pauses in action turn your lens towards the people around you Spectators can often yield some interesting images Maybe its time for a quick selfie as well Pay special attention to any signs that may show the events name These can be used to start and end your gallery of images

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Creative Edits A City on a Back of an AnimalThe PicsArt editor makes really cool editing tricks easily available to anyone who has the will and imagination You can create some really amazing surreal images with PicsArt and to show you what we mean we have created a tutorial on how to raise an entire city on the back of an animal by combining photos and applying effects This tutorial also introduces users to our recently added feature for Android devices which lets users create their own custom clipart Follow these simple steps to become a photo wizard with PicsArt

TUTORIAL Editing

Step 1 Open Your Photo

Upload an animal photo from the Photo section of the main menu Make sure that your photo features a brightly lit animal in front of a dark background

Step 2 Apply the Cinerama Effect to the Main Photo

Select the Effects icon and choose the Cinerama effect from the Fx section of the Effects menu Save and confirm with checkmark

Step 3 Add a New Photo

Select the Add Photo icon and add a photo of the city you want to place on the back of the animal

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Step 4 Apply the Cinerama Effect

Select the top left icon (the Effect icon) from the menu that appears after you add a photo Apply the Cinerama effect just like you did with your main photo

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Step 5 Cut and Create Clipart

Select the Scissors icon from the top menu (ie the Free Crop option) Choose the Lasso option by clicking on the Brush icon Use the lasso to cut out the skyline of your city from the background Press the Save as Clipart button at the top of the screen to save your selection as a clipart image This will save your selection in My Clipart section allowing you to reuse it on any image whenever you need it

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Step 6 Place and Blend the Image

Adjust the size of your city and place it on the back of the animal Select and apply the Lighten blending mode from the menu

below Confirm the changes you have made

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Step 7 Shape Masks

Select the Shape Mask icon and choose a shape to frame your photo Reduce the opacity to around 30 to go with your shot Confirm and save your creation

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How to Draw Amazing Anime

Step by Step Tutorial

Anime has a unique style that has garnered global popularity even fanaticism This tutorial demonstrates how to make your very own anime using PicsArt Drawing Tools and your smart device

See how PicsArt Drawing Tools make drawing fun and easy and use this step by step tutorial to create your very own anime Who knows Maybe one day your anime will become the main character for your own cartoon or comics

TUTORIAL Drawing

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Step 1 Draw the Basic Outline

Draw a basic outline of your anime character using simple strokes in a light blue color so that you will be able to distinguish it from other outlines later on

Step 2 Refine your Outline

Add a new layer and use your previous layer as a guide to draw a more precise outline Delete the layer with the blue outline when finished

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Step 4 Add Color

Use thick colorful brushes to add the basic first layer of colors to your drawing

Step 3 Final Outline

Reduce the opacity and add a new layer for your final outline Trace a final outline using clean and deliberate strokes Make sure you get all of your details exactly right and correct previous mistakes Delete or hide previous outline layer when done

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Step 5 Add Shading

Add a new layer and outline the areas of your drawing you would like to shade Color this outline in black when you are ready

Step 6 Background Color

Reduce the opacity of your shade layer for a more subtle shade Use brighter tones to add lighting and reflection in your drawing Finish your drawing by using a translucent brush to add shading and texture to your background This creates ambiance and gives your anime character that final touch of realism it needs

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Design a Postcard that Encapsulates Summer VacationPicsArt has everything you need to create the perfect postcard using your summer photos With the right combination of masks texts and clipart you can create a professional card that perfectly captures the feelings and images of your fondest summer vacation memories

With this tutorial wersquoll show you an example of how to create a postcard step by step Yoursquoll be surprised at how easy it is to make something look so good in five easy steps

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Step 1 Upload a PhotoUpload a photo from the edit section of the main menu

TUTORIAL Design

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Step 2 Add Shape MaskSelect the Shape Mask icon from the menu bar and choose a shape mask that fits your photo best Customize the color size and opacity of the mask

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Step 3 2nd Shape MaskAdd a second Shape Mask with the same color and opacity as your previous one Reverse the mask by checking the box next to Inverse at the bottom right corner

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Step 4 Add TextPress the Text icon to add text to your postcard Add your text line by line to experiment with different fonts sizes and colors

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Step 5 Add ClipartPress the Clipart icon and choose clipart images to add that go with the theme of your postcard Customize the size and color to complete your postcard

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PicsArtist Roxyrsquos Visceral Mobile ArtThe series of abstract portraits created by PicsArtist Roxy HArt (roxyhart) are gripping Not only is her artwork raw and emotionally charged but it is rendered in a unique artistic fashion - all on her mobile phone

At times Roxy mixes her drawings with photography blending the two togehter with a variety of brush strokes and textures Roxy does not hold back when she faces inner anguish as an artist but rather injects this emotion into her work

Nevertheless some of her portraits are less jarring possessing a softer more poetic touch In these portraits her frustration gives way to melancholy as she tones down stark reds and peppers her portraits with faded yellows purples and blues

Not long ago terms like ldquomobile artrdquo were easily dismissed by the fine art mainstream but PicsArtists like Roxy prove that a tablet or smartphone can be just as powerful as a canvas and paintbrush The following collection of portraits by Roxy illustrate that even without the traditional tools mobile artwork retains emotion and authenticity

INSPIRATION Drawing

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WHATS NEW

PicsArtrsquos Exciting New Features for iOS and Android Devices

PicsArt recently released some exciting updates for Android and iOS Most of the new features were available for both platforms but they had their slight differences

The update included two new effects Dodger and Vintage Ivory The former softens your photo with pale colors and ambient lighting while the latter is inspired by vintage color palettes and resolutions but with a new whiter and brighter twist

PicsArt also gave users the ability to customize the colors of PicsArt Masks with a new Hue slider Shape masks offer the opportunity to choose from a variety of shapes to overlay on your photos and they have been made even better recently - by adding the option to customize them by texture in addition to the previously available color and opacity

For a quick fix and speedy share of an image we introduced the Auto Enhance tool which automatically brings you the basic best version of your image while still allowing you to customize in small ways

In addition to these commonly shared updates the two platforms have some differences as well iOS users can now customize their collages by adjusting the inner borders and can choose from a whole new variety of pre-made grids iOS users will also be excited about our updates in the Social Network as written tags and usernames written out in comments or photo descriptions now automatically become links to what they are referencing This will make it easier for users to discover each other as well as trending tags

Donrsquot worry Android users you have some cool stuff too We know that photo stealing has become an issue in our network so we have removed the save option for photos Now only photos that have freetoedit tag can be saved and reused by others If you do not tag your miages with that tag no one will be able to save them We hope that this will help prevent photo theft and preserve the artistic rights of our creative userbase

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A Brief Introduction to Photo History

Although photography as we know it is among the youngest of the major art forms its history can be traced back to ancient times Chinese philosopher Mo-Zi discussed the principles of a camera obscura in the 4th or 5th century BCE For two thousand years it was known as a small dark room (or box) with a tiny hole in one wall through which light shone and projected an inverted image

During the late 1500s Giambattista della Portia perfected its design by adding a convex lens to the hole making a sharper more detailed image Camera obscuras allowed artists to trace a scene in ink for a more faithful reproduction

The Early Days of Image Processing

The 18th and 19th centuries saw a multitude of methods for image processing and creation In 1727 Johann Schulze mixed chalk silver and nitric acid - a very early photosensitive compound - noting that one side of the flask darkened when exposed to sunlight In 1816 Joseph Niceacutephore Nieacutepce created the worlds first photograph by coating a metal plate in a silver chloride solution and exposing it to light for 8 hours However he did not discover a way of permanently fixing

the image for another decadeWilliam Henry Fox Talbot applied Nieacutepces recipe to paper in 1834 fixing the images with a salt solution and eventually patenting the first paper negative as the ldquoCalotyperdquo in 1841

Meanwhile Louis Daguerre was creating the Daguerrotype by coating copper sheets in silver iodide creating a metal negative which he developed in a solution of mercury These two inventions lead to the creation of photography To that end on August 19 1839 the French government publicly acknowledged the invention of photography

The first glass negative was made by Frederick Scott Archer in 1851 using a wet plate collodion process During the 1850s the tintype photograph emerged this made the negative image appear positive by exposing it onto a dark-coloured metal sheet coated with collodion which made the shadows appear light and the highlights dark

In 1861 James Clerk-Maxwell realized that he could photograph a scene three times through a red blue and green filter and project the images on top of each other to create a full-colour image

Finally in 1871 Richard Leach Maddox suspended the silver solution in gelatin creating the dry emulsion which sent photography skyrocketing It was applied first to glass negatives but would later find its way onto the thin plastic film that made photography possible for the public at large

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The Photographic Boom

By 1878 glass plate negatives were being manufactured commercially and in 1880 George Eastman opened what would become the Eastman-Kodak company Within ten years he was producing roll film and in 1900 released the first personal camera the Kodak Brownie In 1907 the Lumiegravere Brothers released the first commercial colour film

Oscar Barnack working for Leitz microscopes pushed camera invention forward in 1914 with the first 35mm camera which was improved upon and released in 1924 as the first Leica camera 1936 saw the introduction of the modern SLR (single-lens reflex camera) as well as the legendary Kodachrome film which finally made colour photography popular Polaroid would release instant black-and-white film in 1948 followed by the colour version in 1963

Students from the Emerson School for GirlsSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

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The Digital Takeover

The first digital camera was invented in 1975 by Steve Sasson of Kodak using CCD sensor technology invented by Willard Boyle and George Smith in 1969 The birth of auto focus came with Minoltas Maxxum in 1985 paving the way for the worlds first commercially-available digital SLR ndash Kodaks 13 megapixel DCS-100 which sold in 1991 for $30000 USD Eight years later Nikon would wrestle away Kodaks dominance of the photo industry with the release of the D1 a 27MP model which went for a comparatively modest $6000

In 2003 Canon released the Digital Rebel the first consumer-level DSLR with a price tag under $1000 followed two years later by the first full-frame digital camera the 5D

Adobe hopped on the digital wave with the creation of Photoshop in 1990

A decade later the first camera phone was developed by Sharp in the early years of the new millennium Kodak ceased all production of film cameras in 2004 and even though the variety has been pared down they continue to produce film for the die-hard analog market

In the past ten years the major camera companies have focused their research and development almost entirely on improving their digital technology which has now begun to plateau The possibilities for future ingenuity now lay wide open with endless photographic possibilities waiting just over the horizon

The Reading EstablishmentAttributed to William Henry Fox Talbot (British 1800ndash1877)

Medium Salted paper prints from paper negatives

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Lola MontezSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

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Lemuel ShawSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

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Louis-Jacques-Mandeacute DaguerreJohn Jabez Edwin Mayall (British Oldham Lancashire 1813ndash1901 West Sussex)

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View Down Brattle Street from the Southworth amp Hawes Studio at 5 12 Tremont Row Boston

Southworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)Medium Daguerreotype

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Interview with Celebrity Photographer Jason Bell Having shot for publications like Vanity Fair Vogue photographed royals and had some of his work submitted into Britainrsquos National Portrait Gallery Jason Bell has cemented his place as one of the foremost portrait photographers of his generation He has published four books and received more accolades than we have room to mention In any case Jasonrsquos work is the gold-standard when it comes to peering past the face and into the soul of subject model or celebrity His work has fascinated us for some time so we interviewed him to learn more about his work and career

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INERVIEW

All images by and copyright of Jason Bell

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How did you become a photographer

I just always was I took pictures a lot as a child and then when I was at school I was given the keys to the school dark room which I remember finding a magical place It just carried on from there

You actually studied Politics Philosophy and Economics at Oxford and as of today you have photographed some of the most powerful individuals on earth from presidents to royals Is there a correlation there

I am a strong believer in researching the people I photograph so I think it helps that my education has given me an understanding of what some of them do

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What was it like to take the official christening photographs of Prince George

It was an honour to be asked Everyone kept telling me beforehand how nervous I would be and that I must be so stressed But I actually felt very relaxed throughout They gave me all the time I needed to prepare and were very friendly and relaxed I enjoyed it

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Many of your photos are part of the permanent collection of the National Portrait Gallery the United Kingdomrsquos official gallery for portraits of historical British people Your work is national history How does this feel

I try not to think of it in those terms but more about what I want to say about the person Irsquom photographing or what I can encourage them to reveal

Are there any portraits of yours in the National Portrait Gallery that stand out as favourites

My favourites tend to be favourites because they are people I have felt a particular connection with or even become friends with I try to do that with everyone I photograph but obviously it happens with some people more than others

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Yoursquove captured a lot of artists and entertainers as well What is it like photographing celebrities

I am lucky in that I photographed some famous people very early on in my career so I got used to it very quickly and it is not something that I find difficult to deal with at all now They are just people like everybody else and usually enjoy being treated as such

You did the movie posters for modern British classic like Billy Elliot and Love Actually How is shooting a movie poster different from capturing a portrait

It tends to be much more art directed so I have less freedom to just do what I want and have to follow a brief more carefully In those instances I try to follow that brief and then give them something in addition that they maybe didnrsquot know they wanted

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Have you ever photographed someone who had maybe been a role model of some kind for you or maybe just admired greatly

Yes - very early on in my career I was sent to Iceland to photograph Bjork I had been listening to that first album of hers all summer and so was a bit of a fan It actually kind of got in the way initially me being a fan and I had to get past that as quickly as possible to find the person I wanted to photograph

What was the most surreal moment you ever experienced during a photography shoot

I was shooting a campaign for the Royal Opera House of a Chinese opera singer called Liping Zhang in a beautiful area near the Mongolian border We were assured the weather would be OK since it was late spring but a freak snowstorm came through so we were all freezing and inappropriately dressed and we had to bundle her up in Chinese army coats to keep her warm and at the last moment there was so much snow we couldnrsquot even drive her to the spot where I wanted to photograph her so in order to get her there we had to rent a camel to put her on

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What advice would you give to amatuer photographers

Many of the students and amateurs who come to see me show me a little bit of everything That is unlikely to get you commissioned when you are starting out So I think itrsquos better to concentrate on one thing and do it very well at the beginning and then when that goes well you can branch out

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Bewitched by BlightA building in ruins hangs together by what seems like threads One of the upper floors sags precariously just inches above the head of a young woman who strolls absent-mindedly with a teddy-bear in hand It seems possible that at any moment the whole structure could come crashing down Lady Luck we presume

Danny Aguirre (danny-aguirre-142) is the PicsArtist responsible for this Photo of the Month entitled Lady Luck Aguirre edited this image to perfection transplanting a young lively and vibrant woman into a world of decay In this manner the photo speaks to us through contrast

Darkly lit ruins once full of life now sit forgotten surrounded by sick yellow skies The deteriorating building bears down on an unwary and carefree youth (Lady Luck) ambling at the mercy of its behemonth broken structure In this peculiar and eerie scene Aguirre captivates his audience while conveying the promise of the unexpected

In an ever-changing world Aguirre has captured the aesthetic beauty of a building that has passed its prime However in its old age the building has become something else entirely a peculiar and curious space open to imaginative interpretation This is perhaps the luck that the young lady pictured in the image and Aguirres audience have stumbled upon an unexpected opportunity to reflect on the present in light of the past Through his creative vision Aguirre allows us to study ourselves and the physical structures we leave behind for future generations

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A Photographerrsquos Guide to the US

The most unique shots in America and where to get them

Kelso San Dunes Mojave Desert

If yoursquore looking for a unique photography opportunity head for the Kelso Sand Dunes - mountainous piles of sand that seem to spring up from nowhere in the middle of the Mojave Desert The tallest dunes can rise up to 650 feet above the surrounding terrain In this setting a well-timed hike might allow you photograph the sunset from a phenomenal vantage point A couple words of caution be sure to take a flashlight in order to get back to your car and never go alone

If you donrsquot make it to the sand dunes dont despair The spectacular darkness of the Mojave desert translates into spectacular nighttime photography With almost no ambient light (apart from the stars and the vague glow over the horizon coming from Las Vegas) the Mojave is the perfect place to experiment with time lapse night shots and double exposures This is a surefire way to snap some fantastic shots

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The Redwood Forests California

If you drive down the west coast of California on Route 1 yoursquoll suddenly find yourself in a magical landscape of trees so tall that you feel like a tiny critter The redwood forests in California are truly a sight to behold and the deep ochre of the tree barks is spectacular to see

Driving through this area is fantastic but make sure that you park up and go exploring with your camera This is one of the best places for nature photography The way the light streams through the canopy in the late afternoon is nothing short of breathtaking a must see for every photographer

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Tucson Arizona

Tucson may not seem like a photographerrsquos haven and if you visit in July when the temperatures soar to over 100 degrees Fahrenheit it certainly wonrsquot feel like it either However the landscape of this often-forgotten city makes for some truly breathtaking sunsets and sunrises where flat land gives way to gorgeous mountains ensconced by sunlight

If you visit Tucson youll also find that it is an unlikely hotbed of culture and art With a history that goes back much further than many of its neighbors in the south west Tucson boasts remarkable architecture historic neighborhoods and museums not to mention the Mission San Xavier del Bac an 18th-century mission that is still functioning Whats more the city has a distinctly Western flavor in light of pervasive Native American and Mexican influences After the sun goes down yoursquoll also find art events and bars alive with music and bonding in a comfy college-town atmosphere which means that you can capture some great shots of people simply being themselves

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DIY Wall Decorations for Kids Room

Artists start young so here we want to show how you can nurture art into a child by decorating his room so he starts seeing and valuing creativity from his early days

This DIY tutorial is so easy to do that if you have elder children you can involve them in the process of making these awsome wall hangings Make a collage in minutes that will be an impressive surprise for everyone and give you a proud piece of original artwork to hang on the wall in your kids room

For this project yoursquoll need a color printer markers scissors glue 2 pieces of ordinary cardboard and 4 equal-sized colorfull cardboards or canvas

Step 1 PrintFind some awesome characters online by either browsing clipart in the PicsArt Shop or googling cartoon images Also print out some basic colors or patterns to cut into shapes If you dont like the color of your background cardboards or canvases you can either color them with paint or print out patterns to make your backgrounds more colorful

Step 2 CutCut out your characters carefully and glue them on cardboard Now cut out the cardboard in the shape of your characters Be sure to cut out shapes for the scenery of your collage like clouds and trees There is no need to glue them on an additional cardboard if you do not want to make them look 3D

Step 3 Create 3D ElementsIdentify some parts of the animals you want to highlight like tails eyes or ears Cut out two of those parts from cardboard and glue one over the other so that the one with patterns stays on top

Step 4 GlueGlue your shapes onto 4 pieces of cardboard Start with the scenery (trees and clouds) then glue on your characters then glue on their cool colored double-layered body parts to make them stand out As a result you will have 3D-like animals or any other items you want

Step 6 Draw Parts and Write MessagesYou can draw some fine elements into your collage using ordinary colorful markers You can also write a message on your collage with a marker Your creations are now ready to make your child smile

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Danielrsquos Twisted Animal Crime LineupGreat artists know how to turn heads with their art and that is certainly the case with PicsArtist of the Month Daniel (n3cr0n0m1c0n) However when he turns heads he turns them into something else Daniel has recently unveiled a series of photos that replace the head of a human body with various animal heads - the only exception being an awesome Star Wars stormtrooper helmet

In each photo of the series Daniels body dons a different head Nevertheless he is shown wearing the same clothes - a leather jacket with a zipper that runs diagonally across his torso into the side of his collar The thing about Danielrsquos photos is that the details of their construction work really well together to create a dark artistic vision with grungy undertones

Despite this odd synergy each photo is posed with a nonchalance that seems to undermine the strangeness of it all every shot displaying the emotional expression of a criminal lineup or mugshot The body takes on a neutral stance and the animal heads stare with vacant expressions as if silently counting the seconds for the camera shutter to click so they can walk off and do something else The overall emotional effect is weird uneasy slightly comic and extremely captivating

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8 Killer Tips for Air Show Photography

by Chris Corradino

As temperatures warm up around most of the globe its time to once again welcome the return of Air Show season If youve never attended one before get ready for a thrilling event No matter how many times I photograph these high flying performances the power and precision of the pilots never fails to amaze me While they are an astonishing sight the raw speed of the passing jets can make for a challenging photo opportunity This article includes eight essential tips to help you capture the big event in your area

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TUTORIAL Shooting

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Beat the Crowds

Since much of the 2013 flying season was cancelled due to budget cuts this years shows are expected to smash previous attendance records With more than 150000 people jockeying for a good vantage point its essential you arrive 1-2 hours before the show starts This allows you to set up your gear in a prime location with unobstructed views of the action Before settling on a spot scan the horizon for any distractions that could block your lens The performers usually enter from the left and right with their stunts done at show center

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Lens Options

Air shows are usually several hours in duration and longer lenses can get quite heavy Image

stabilization is a nice feature but a tripod will give your arms a break and allow you to

create sharp images consistently While the majority of my aviation work

is shot with longer lenses I find that wide angle lenses are also

useful for performance teams that are spread out in wide

formations By utilizing a few different options

you can capture more of the action and

come home with a diverse collection

of images

Camera Settings

In order to freeze the flight of an aircraft travelling over 500 miles per hour youll need a very fast shutter speed For the best results I recommend at least 11000th of a second This is quick enough to stop even the fastest of aircrafts while also preventing camera shaking My exposure is typically around 11000 ISO 400 and f56 These settings are not meant to be exact but merely a starting point Depending on the weather conditions that day adjustments may be necessary

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Autofocus Techniques

Most DSLR cameras feature continuous focusing also known as AI Servo This mode will allow you to track moving subjects Keep your center focusing point over the aircraft with your shutter held halfway down As you follow the plane through your viewfinder the camera will automatically adjust the focus as the aircraft gets closer When you are ready to make an image simply press the shutter all the way down Air Show organizers often arrange photo passes where the pilot flies at a reduced speed Donrsquot get too comfortable though they return to full speed after just a few slow turns

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The Peak of Action

Smoke trails and afterburner effects are great additions to an aviation image Be ready for them as they happen quickly The trails of white smoke are actually created by pumping oil into the exhaust pipe This is particularly interesting when used by an entire formation of planes The patterns of smoke can be used to make for a more artistic composition In addition it adds a bit of contrast to the otherwise plain blue sky I also look to capture the interaction between two planes When pilots are flying side by side with their wings nearly touching a great deal of tension is introduced to the photo By freezing this moment in time you are also showcasing the precision and skill of the daring pilots

Enough Memory

With all of this fast-paced action you will likely burn through many memory cards rapidly I used to bring a portable hard drive with me and download the contents of the card while continuing to shoot This is no longer necessary as large capacity cards of 32GB are now very reasonably priced I like to shoot in RAW format whenever possible However if you are short on memory cards you may want to consider shooting in the LargeFine JPEG format This will allow you to fit more images on the card than RAW

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Capture The Local Color

For an up close look at some of these aircrafts check with your local airport or military base for static displays From the ground you can get a much better look at details like the paint scheme and propellers Depending on the venue you may even be able to climb inside the cockpit Since you will be very close a wide angle lens is the preferred choice here Walk around the entire plane to search for the best angle and create a strong composition

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Capture The Local Color

During the brief pauses in action turn your lens towards the people around you Spectators can often yield some interesting images Maybe its time for a quick selfie as well Pay special attention to any signs that may show the events name These can be used to start and end your gallery of images

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Creative Edits A City on a Back of an AnimalThe PicsArt editor makes really cool editing tricks easily available to anyone who has the will and imagination You can create some really amazing surreal images with PicsArt and to show you what we mean we have created a tutorial on how to raise an entire city on the back of an animal by combining photos and applying effects This tutorial also introduces users to our recently added feature for Android devices which lets users create their own custom clipart Follow these simple steps to become a photo wizard with PicsArt

TUTORIAL Editing

Step 1 Open Your Photo

Upload an animal photo from the Photo section of the main menu Make sure that your photo features a brightly lit animal in front of a dark background

Step 2 Apply the Cinerama Effect to the Main Photo

Select the Effects icon and choose the Cinerama effect from the Fx section of the Effects menu Save and confirm with checkmark

Step 3 Add a New Photo

Select the Add Photo icon and add a photo of the city you want to place on the back of the animal

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Step 4 Apply the Cinerama Effect

Select the top left icon (the Effect icon) from the menu that appears after you add a photo Apply the Cinerama effect just like you did with your main photo

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Step 5 Cut and Create Clipart

Select the Scissors icon from the top menu (ie the Free Crop option) Choose the Lasso option by clicking on the Brush icon Use the lasso to cut out the skyline of your city from the background Press the Save as Clipart button at the top of the screen to save your selection as a clipart image This will save your selection in My Clipart section allowing you to reuse it on any image whenever you need it

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Step 6 Place and Blend the Image

Adjust the size of your city and place it on the back of the animal Select and apply the Lighten blending mode from the menu

below Confirm the changes you have made

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Step 7 Shape Masks

Select the Shape Mask icon and choose a shape to frame your photo Reduce the opacity to around 30 to go with your shot Confirm and save your creation

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How to Draw Amazing Anime

Step by Step Tutorial

Anime has a unique style that has garnered global popularity even fanaticism This tutorial demonstrates how to make your very own anime using PicsArt Drawing Tools and your smart device

See how PicsArt Drawing Tools make drawing fun and easy and use this step by step tutorial to create your very own anime Who knows Maybe one day your anime will become the main character for your own cartoon or comics

TUTORIAL Drawing

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Step 1 Draw the Basic Outline

Draw a basic outline of your anime character using simple strokes in a light blue color so that you will be able to distinguish it from other outlines later on

Step 2 Refine your Outline

Add a new layer and use your previous layer as a guide to draw a more precise outline Delete the layer with the blue outline when finished

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Step 4 Add Color

Use thick colorful brushes to add the basic first layer of colors to your drawing

Step 3 Final Outline

Reduce the opacity and add a new layer for your final outline Trace a final outline using clean and deliberate strokes Make sure you get all of your details exactly right and correct previous mistakes Delete or hide previous outline layer when done

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Step 5 Add Shading

Add a new layer and outline the areas of your drawing you would like to shade Color this outline in black when you are ready

Step 6 Background Color

Reduce the opacity of your shade layer for a more subtle shade Use brighter tones to add lighting and reflection in your drawing Finish your drawing by using a translucent brush to add shading and texture to your background This creates ambiance and gives your anime character that final touch of realism it needs

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Design a Postcard that Encapsulates Summer VacationPicsArt has everything you need to create the perfect postcard using your summer photos With the right combination of masks texts and clipart you can create a professional card that perfectly captures the feelings and images of your fondest summer vacation memories

With this tutorial wersquoll show you an example of how to create a postcard step by step Yoursquoll be surprised at how easy it is to make something look so good in five easy steps

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Step 1 Upload a PhotoUpload a photo from the edit section of the main menu

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Step 2 Add Shape MaskSelect the Shape Mask icon from the menu bar and choose a shape mask that fits your photo best Customize the color size and opacity of the mask

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Step 3 2nd Shape MaskAdd a second Shape Mask with the same color and opacity as your previous one Reverse the mask by checking the box next to Inverse at the bottom right corner

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Step 4 Add TextPress the Text icon to add text to your postcard Add your text line by line to experiment with different fonts sizes and colors

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Step 5 Add ClipartPress the Clipart icon and choose clipart images to add that go with the theme of your postcard Customize the size and color to complete your postcard

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PicsArtist Roxyrsquos Visceral Mobile ArtThe series of abstract portraits created by PicsArtist Roxy HArt (roxyhart) are gripping Not only is her artwork raw and emotionally charged but it is rendered in a unique artistic fashion - all on her mobile phone

At times Roxy mixes her drawings with photography blending the two togehter with a variety of brush strokes and textures Roxy does not hold back when she faces inner anguish as an artist but rather injects this emotion into her work

Nevertheless some of her portraits are less jarring possessing a softer more poetic touch In these portraits her frustration gives way to melancholy as she tones down stark reds and peppers her portraits with faded yellows purples and blues

Not long ago terms like ldquomobile artrdquo were easily dismissed by the fine art mainstream but PicsArtists like Roxy prove that a tablet or smartphone can be just as powerful as a canvas and paintbrush The following collection of portraits by Roxy illustrate that even without the traditional tools mobile artwork retains emotion and authenticity

INSPIRATION Drawing

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WHATS NEW

PicsArtrsquos Exciting New Features for iOS and Android Devices

PicsArt recently released some exciting updates for Android and iOS Most of the new features were available for both platforms but they had their slight differences

The update included two new effects Dodger and Vintage Ivory The former softens your photo with pale colors and ambient lighting while the latter is inspired by vintage color palettes and resolutions but with a new whiter and brighter twist

PicsArt also gave users the ability to customize the colors of PicsArt Masks with a new Hue slider Shape masks offer the opportunity to choose from a variety of shapes to overlay on your photos and they have been made even better recently - by adding the option to customize them by texture in addition to the previously available color and opacity

For a quick fix and speedy share of an image we introduced the Auto Enhance tool which automatically brings you the basic best version of your image while still allowing you to customize in small ways

In addition to these commonly shared updates the two platforms have some differences as well iOS users can now customize their collages by adjusting the inner borders and can choose from a whole new variety of pre-made grids iOS users will also be excited about our updates in the Social Network as written tags and usernames written out in comments or photo descriptions now automatically become links to what they are referencing This will make it easier for users to discover each other as well as trending tags

Donrsquot worry Android users you have some cool stuff too We know that photo stealing has become an issue in our network so we have removed the save option for photos Now only photos that have freetoedit tag can be saved and reused by others If you do not tag your miages with that tag no one will be able to save them We hope that this will help prevent photo theft and preserve the artistic rights of our creative userbase

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A Brief Introduction to Photo History

Although photography as we know it is among the youngest of the major art forms its history can be traced back to ancient times Chinese philosopher Mo-Zi discussed the principles of a camera obscura in the 4th or 5th century BCE For two thousand years it was known as a small dark room (or box) with a tiny hole in one wall through which light shone and projected an inverted image

During the late 1500s Giambattista della Portia perfected its design by adding a convex lens to the hole making a sharper more detailed image Camera obscuras allowed artists to trace a scene in ink for a more faithful reproduction

The Early Days of Image Processing

The 18th and 19th centuries saw a multitude of methods for image processing and creation In 1727 Johann Schulze mixed chalk silver and nitric acid - a very early photosensitive compound - noting that one side of the flask darkened when exposed to sunlight In 1816 Joseph Niceacutephore Nieacutepce created the worlds first photograph by coating a metal plate in a silver chloride solution and exposing it to light for 8 hours However he did not discover a way of permanently fixing

the image for another decadeWilliam Henry Fox Talbot applied Nieacutepces recipe to paper in 1834 fixing the images with a salt solution and eventually patenting the first paper negative as the ldquoCalotyperdquo in 1841

Meanwhile Louis Daguerre was creating the Daguerrotype by coating copper sheets in silver iodide creating a metal negative which he developed in a solution of mercury These two inventions lead to the creation of photography To that end on August 19 1839 the French government publicly acknowledged the invention of photography

The first glass negative was made by Frederick Scott Archer in 1851 using a wet plate collodion process During the 1850s the tintype photograph emerged this made the negative image appear positive by exposing it onto a dark-coloured metal sheet coated with collodion which made the shadows appear light and the highlights dark

In 1861 James Clerk-Maxwell realized that he could photograph a scene three times through a red blue and green filter and project the images on top of each other to create a full-colour image

Finally in 1871 Richard Leach Maddox suspended the silver solution in gelatin creating the dry emulsion which sent photography skyrocketing It was applied first to glass negatives but would later find its way onto the thin plastic film that made photography possible for the public at large

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The Photographic Boom

By 1878 glass plate negatives were being manufactured commercially and in 1880 George Eastman opened what would become the Eastman-Kodak company Within ten years he was producing roll film and in 1900 released the first personal camera the Kodak Brownie In 1907 the Lumiegravere Brothers released the first commercial colour film

Oscar Barnack working for Leitz microscopes pushed camera invention forward in 1914 with the first 35mm camera which was improved upon and released in 1924 as the first Leica camera 1936 saw the introduction of the modern SLR (single-lens reflex camera) as well as the legendary Kodachrome film which finally made colour photography popular Polaroid would release instant black-and-white film in 1948 followed by the colour version in 1963

Students from the Emerson School for GirlsSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

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Unidentified Woman in Nine Oval ViewsSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

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The Digital Takeover

The first digital camera was invented in 1975 by Steve Sasson of Kodak using CCD sensor technology invented by Willard Boyle and George Smith in 1969 The birth of auto focus came with Minoltas Maxxum in 1985 paving the way for the worlds first commercially-available digital SLR ndash Kodaks 13 megapixel DCS-100 which sold in 1991 for $30000 USD Eight years later Nikon would wrestle away Kodaks dominance of the photo industry with the release of the D1 a 27MP model which went for a comparatively modest $6000

In 2003 Canon released the Digital Rebel the first consumer-level DSLR with a price tag under $1000 followed two years later by the first full-frame digital camera the 5D

Adobe hopped on the digital wave with the creation of Photoshop in 1990

A decade later the first camera phone was developed by Sharp in the early years of the new millennium Kodak ceased all production of film cameras in 2004 and even though the variety has been pared down they continue to produce film for the die-hard analog market

In the past ten years the major camera companies have focused their research and development almost entirely on improving their digital technology which has now begun to plateau The possibilities for future ingenuity now lay wide open with endless photographic possibilities waiting just over the horizon

The Reading EstablishmentAttributed to William Henry Fox Talbot (British 1800ndash1877)

Medium Salted paper prints from paper negatives

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Lola MontezSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

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Lemuel ShawSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

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Louis-Jacques-Mandeacute DaguerreJohn Jabez Edwin Mayall (British Oldham Lancashire 1813ndash1901 West Sussex)

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View Down Brattle Street from the Southworth amp Hawes Studio at 5 12 Tremont Row Boston

Southworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)Medium Daguerreotype

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Interview with Celebrity Photographer Jason Bell Having shot for publications like Vanity Fair Vogue photographed royals and had some of his work submitted into Britainrsquos National Portrait Gallery Jason Bell has cemented his place as one of the foremost portrait photographers of his generation He has published four books and received more accolades than we have room to mention In any case Jasonrsquos work is the gold-standard when it comes to peering past the face and into the soul of subject model or celebrity His work has fascinated us for some time so we interviewed him to learn more about his work and career

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INERVIEW

All images by and copyright of Jason Bell

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How did you become a photographer

I just always was I took pictures a lot as a child and then when I was at school I was given the keys to the school dark room which I remember finding a magical place It just carried on from there

You actually studied Politics Philosophy and Economics at Oxford and as of today you have photographed some of the most powerful individuals on earth from presidents to royals Is there a correlation there

I am a strong believer in researching the people I photograph so I think it helps that my education has given me an understanding of what some of them do

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What was it like to take the official christening photographs of Prince George

It was an honour to be asked Everyone kept telling me beforehand how nervous I would be and that I must be so stressed But I actually felt very relaxed throughout They gave me all the time I needed to prepare and were very friendly and relaxed I enjoyed it

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Many of your photos are part of the permanent collection of the National Portrait Gallery the United Kingdomrsquos official gallery for portraits of historical British people Your work is national history How does this feel

I try not to think of it in those terms but more about what I want to say about the person Irsquom photographing or what I can encourage them to reveal

Are there any portraits of yours in the National Portrait Gallery that stand out as favourites

My favourites tend to be favourites because they are people I have felt a particular connection with or even become friends with I try to do that with everyone I photograph but obviously it happens with some people more than others

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Yoursquove captured a lot of artists and entertainers as well What is it like photographing celebrities

I am lucky in that I photographed some famous people very early on in my career so I got used to it very quickly and it is not something that I find difficult to deal with at all now They are just people like everybody else and usually enjoy being treated as such

You did the movie posters for modern British classic like Billy Elliot and Love Actually How is shooting a movie poster different from capturing a portrait

It tends to be much more art directed so I have less freedom to just do what I want and have to follow a brief more carefully In those instances I try to follow that brief and then give them something in addition that they maybe didnrsquot know they wanted

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Have you ever photographed someone who had maybe been a role model of some kind for you or maybe just admired greatly

Yes - very early on in my career I was sent to Iceland to photograph Bjork I had been listening to that first album of hers all summer and so was a bit of a fan It actually kind of got in the way initially me being a fan and I had to get past that as quickly as possible to find the person I wanted to photograph

What was the most surreal moment you ever experienced during a photography shoot

I was shooting a campaign for the Royal Opera House of a Chinese opera singer called Liping Zhang in a beautiful area near the Mongolian border We were assured the weather would be OK since it was late spring but a freak snowstorm came through so we were all freezing and inappropriately dressed and we had to bundle her up in Chinese army coats to keep her warm and at the last moment there was so much snow we couldnrsquot even drive her to the spot where I wanted to photograph her so in order to get her there we had to rent a camel to put her on

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What advice would you give to amatuer photographers

Many of the students and amateurs who come to see me show me a little bit of everything That is unlikely to get you commissioned when you are starting out So I think itrsquos better to concentrate on one thing and do it very well at the beginning and then when that goes well you can branch out

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Bewitched by BlightA building in ruins hangs together by what seems like threads One of the upper floors sags precariously just inches above the head of a young woman who strolls absent-mindedly with a teddy-bear in hand It seems possible that at any moment the whole structure could come crashing down Lady Luck we presume

Danny Aguirre (danny-aguirre-142) is the PicsArtist responsible for this Photo of the Month entitled Lady Luck Aguirre edited this image to perfection transplanting a young lively and vibrant woman into a world of decay In this manner the photo speaks to us through contrast

Darkly lit ruins once full of life now sit forgotten surrounded by sick yellow skies The deteriorating building bears down on an unwary and carefree youth (Lady Luck) ambling at the mercy of its behemonth broken structure In this peculiar and eerie scene Aguirre captivates his audience while conveying the promise of the unexpected

In an ever-changing world Aguirre has captured the aesthetic beauty of a building that has passed its prime However in its old age the building has become something else entirely a peculiar and curious space open to imaginative interpretation This is perhaps the luck that the young lady pictured in the image and Aguirres audience have stumbled upon an unexpected opportunity to reflect on the present in light of the past Through his creative vision Aguirre allows us to study ourselves and the physical structures we leave behind for future generations

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A Photographerrsquos Guide to the US

The most unique shots in America and where to get them

Kelso San Dunes Mojave Desert

If yoursquore looking for a unique photography opportunity head for the Kelso Sand Dunes - mountainous piles of sand that seem to spring up from nowhere in the middle of the Mojave Desert The tallest dunes can rise up to 650 feet above the surrounding terrain In this setting a well-timed hike might allow you photograph the sunset from a phenomenal vantage point A couple words of caution be sure to take a flashlight in order to get back to your car and never go alone

If you donrsquot make it to the sand dunes dont despair The spectacular darkness of the Mojave desert translates into spectacular nighttime photography With almost no ambient light (apart from the stars and the vague glow over the horizon coming from Las Vegas) the Mojave is the perfect place to experiment with time lapse night shots and double exposures This is a surefire way to snap some fantastic shots

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The Redwood Forests California

If you drive down the west coast of California on Route 1 yoursquoll suddenly find yourself in a magical landscape of trees so tall that you feel like a tiny critter The redwood forests in California are truly a sight to behold and the deep ochre of the tree barks is spectacular to see

Driving through this area is fantastic but make sure that you park up and go exploring with your camera This is one of the best places for nature photography The way the light streams through the canopy in the late afternoon is nothing short of breathtaking a must see for every photographer

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Tucson Arizona

Tucson may not seem like a photographerrsquos haven and if you visit in July when the temperatures soar to over 100 degrees Fahrenheit it certainly wonrsquot feel like it either However the landscape of this often-forgotten city makes for some truly breathtaking sunsets and sunrises where flat land gives way to gorgeous mountains ensconced by sunlight

If you visit Tucson youll also find that it is an unlikely hotbed of culture and art With a history that goes back much further than many of its neighbors in the south west Tucson boasts remarkable architecture historic neighborhoods and museums not to mention the Mission San Xavier del Bac an 18th-century mission that is still functioning Whats more the city has a distinctly Western flavor in light of pervasive Native American and Mexican influences After the sun goes down yoursquoll also find art events and bars alive with music and bonding in a comfy college-town atmosphere which means that you can capture some great shots of people simply being themselves

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DIY Wall Decorations for Kids Room

Artists start young so here we want to show how you can nurture art into a child by decorating his room so he starts seeing and valuing creativity from his early days

This DIY tutorial is so easy to do that if you have elder children you can involve them in the process of making these awsome wall hangings Make a collage in minutes that will be an impressive surprise for everyone and give you a proud piece of original artwork to hang on the wall in your kids room

For this project yoursquoll need a color printer markers scissors glue 2 pieces of ordinary cardboard and 4 equal-sized colorfull cardboards or canvas

Step 1 PrintFind some awesome characters online by either browsing clipart in the PicsArt Shop or googling cartoon images Also print out some basic colors or patterns to cut into shapes If you dont like the color of your background cardboards or canvases you can either color them with paint or print out patterns to make your backgrounds more colorful

Step 2 CutCut out your characters carefully and glue them on cardboard Now cut out the cardboard in the shape of your characters Be sure to cut out shapes for the scenery of your collage like clouds and trees There is no need to glue them on an additional cardboard if you do not want to make them look 3D

Step 3 Create 3D ElementsIdentify some parts of the animals you want to highlight like tails eyes or ears Cut out two of those parts from cardboard and glue one over the other so that the one with patterns stays on top

Step 4 GlueGlue your shapes onto 4 pieces of cardboard Start with the scenery (trees and clouds) then glue on your characters then glue on their cool colored double-layered body parts to make them stand out As a result you will have 3D-like animals or any other items you want

Step 6 Draw Parts and Write MessagesYou can draw some fine elements into your collage using ordinary colorful markers You can also write a message on your collage with a marker Your creations are now ready to make your child smile

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Danielrsquos Twisted Animal Crime LineupGreat artists know how to turn heads with their art and that is certainly the case with PicsArtist of the Month Daniel (n3cr0n0m1c0n) However when he turns heads he turns them into something else Daniel has recently unveiled a series of photos that replace the head of a human body with various animal heads - the only exception being an awesome Star Wars stormtrooper helmet

In each photo of the series Daniels body dons a different head Nevertheless he is shown wearing the same clothes - a leather jacket with a zipper that runs diagonally across his torso into the side of his collar The thing about Danielrsquos photos is that the details of their construction work really well together to create a dark artistic vision with grungy undertones

Despite this odd synergy each photo is posed with a nonchalance that seems to undermine the strangeness of it all every shot displaying the emotional expression of a criminal lineup or mugshot The body takes on a neutral stance and the animal heads stare with vacant expressions as if silently counting the seconds for the camera shutter to click so they can walk off and do something else The overall emotional effect is weird uneasy slightly comic and extremely captivating

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TUTORIAL Shooting

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Beat the Crowds

Since much of the 2013 flying season was cancelled due to budget cuts this years shows are expected to smash previous attendance records With more than 150000 people jockeying for a good vantage point its essential you arrive 1-2 hours before the show starts This allows you to set up your gear in a prime location with unobstructed views of the action Before settling on a spot scan the horizon for any distractions that could block your lens The performers usually enter from the left and right with their stunts done at show center

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Lens Options

Air shows are usually several hours in duration and longer lenses can get quite heavy Image

stabilization is a nice feature but a tripod will give your arms a break and allow you to

create sharp images consistently While the majority of my aviation work

is shot with longer lenses I find that wide angle lenses are also

useful for performance teams that are spread out in wide

formations By utilizing a few different options

you can capture more of the action and

come home with a diverse collection

of images

Camera Settings

In order to freeze the flight of an aircraft travelling over 500 miles per hour youll need a very fast shutter speed For the best results I recommend at least 11000th of a second This is quick enough to stop even the fastest of aircrafts while also preventing camera shaking My exposure is typically around 11000 ISO 400 and f56 These settings are not meant to be exact but merely a starting point Depending on the weather conditions that day adjustments may be necessary

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Autofocus Techniques

Most DSLR cameras feature continuous focusing also known as AI Servo This mode will allow you to track moving subjects Keep your center focusing point over the aircraft with your shutter held halfway down As you follow the plane through your viewfinder the camera will automatically adjust the focus as the aircraft gets closer When you are ready to make an image simply press the shutter all the way down Air Show organizers often arrange photo passes where the pilot flies at a reduced speed Donrsquot get too comfortable though they return to full speed after just a few slow turns

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The Peak of Action

Smoke trails and afterburner effects are great additions to an aviation image Be ready for them as they happen quickly The trails of white smoke are actually created by pumping oil into the exhaust pipe This is particularly interesting when used by an entire formation of planes The patterns of smoke can be used to make for a more artistic composition In addition it adds a bit of contrast to the otherwise plain blue sky I also look to capture the interaction between two planes When pilots are flying side by side with their wings nearly touching a great deal of tension is introduced to the photo By freezing this moment in time you are also showcasing the precision and skill of the daring pilots

Enough Memory

With all of this fast-paced action you will likely burn through many memory cards rapidly I used to bring a portable hard drive with me and download the contents of the card while continuing to shoot This is no longer necessary as large capacity cards of 32GB are now very reasonably priced I like to shoot in RAW format whenever possible However if you are short on memory cards you may want to consider shooting in the LargeFine JPEG format This will allow you to fit more images on the card than RAW

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Capture The Local Color

For an up close look at some of these aircrafts check with your local airport or military base for static displays From the ground you can get a much better look at details like the paint scheme and propellers Depending on the venue you may even be able to climb inside the cockpit Since you will be very close a wide angle lens is the preferred choice here Walk around the entire plane to search for the best angle and create a strong composition

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Capture The Local Color

During the brief pauses in action turn your lens towards the people around you Spectators can often yield some interesting images Maybe its time for a quick selfie as well Pay special attention to any signs that may show the events name These can be used to start and end your gallery of images

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Creative Edits A City on a Back of an AnimalThe PicsArt editor makes really cool editing tricks easily available to anyone who has the will and imagination You can create some really amazing surreal images with PicsArt and to show you what we mean we have created a tutorial on how to raise an entire city on the back of an animal by combining photos and applying effects This tutorial also introduces users to our recently added feature for Android devices which lets users create their own custom clipart Follow these simple steps to become a photo wizard with PicsArt

TUTORIAL Editing

Step 1 Open Your Photo

Upload an animal photo from the Photo section of the main menu Make sure that your photo features a brightly lit animal in front of a dark background

Step 2 Apply the Cinerama Effect to the Main Photo

Select the Effects icon and choose the Cinerama effect from the Fx section of the Effects menu Save and confirm with checkmark

Step 3 Add a New Photo

Select the Add Photo icon and add a photo of the city you want to place on the back of the animal

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Step 4 Apply the Cinerama Effect

Select the top left icon (the Effect icon) from the menu that appears after you add a photo Apply the Cinerama effect just like you did with your main photo

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Step 5 Cut and Create Clipart

Select the Scissors icon from the top menu (ie the Free Crop option) Choose the Lasso option by clicking on the Brush icon Use the lasso to cut out the skyline of your city from the background Press the Save as Clipart button at the top of the screen to save your selection as a clipart image This will save your selection in My Clipart section allowing you to reuse it on any image whenever you need it

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Step 6 Place and Blend the Image

Adjust the size of your city and place it on the back of the animal Select and apply the Lighten blending mode from the menu

below Confirm the changes you have made

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Step 7 Shape Masks

Select the Shape Mask icon and choose a shape to frame your photo Reduce the opacity to around 30 to go with your shot Confirm and save your creation

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How to Draw Amazing Anime

Step by Step Tutorial

Anime has a unique style that has garnered global popularity even fanaticism This tutorial demonstrates how to make your very own anime using PicsArt Drawing Tools and your smart device

See how PicsArt Drawing Tools make drawing fun and easy and use this step by step tutorial to create your very own anime Who knows Maybe one day your anime will become the main character for your own cartoon or comics

TUTORIAL Drawing

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Step 1 Draw the Basic Outline

Draw a basic outline of your anime character using simple strokes in a light blue color so that you will be able to distinguish it from other outlines later on

Step 2 Refine your Outline

Add a new layer and use your previous layer as a guide to draw a more precise outline Delete the layer with the blue outline when finished

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Step 4 Add Color

Use thick colorful brushes to add the basic first layer of colors to your drawing

Step 3 Final Outline

Reduce the opacity and add a new layer for your final outline Trace a final outline using clean and deliberate strokes Make sure you get all of your details exactly right and correct previous mistakes Delete or hide previous outline layer when done

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Step 5 Add Shading

Add a new layer and outline the areas of your drawing you would like to shade Color this outline in black when you are ready

Step 6 Background Color

Reduce the opacity of your shade layer for a more subtle shade Use brighter tones to add lighting and reflection in your drawing Finish your drawing by using a translucent brush to add shading and texture to your background This creates ambiance and gives your anime character that final touch of realism it needs

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Design a Postcard that Encapsulates Summer VacationPicsArt has everything you need to create the perfect postcard using your summer photos With the right combination of masks texts and clipart you can create a professional card that perfectly captures the feelings and images of your fondest summer vacation memories

With this tutorial wersquoll show you an example of how to create a postcard step by step Yoursquoll be surprised at how easy it is to make something look so good in five easy steps

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Step 1 Upload a PhotoUpload a photo from the edit section of the main menu

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Step 2 Add Shape MaskSelect the Shape Mask icon from the menu bar and choose a shape mask that fits your photo best Customize the color size and opacity of the mask

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Step 3 2nd Shape MaskAdd a second Shape Mask with the same color and opacity as your previous one Reverse the mask by checking the box next to Inverse at the bottom right corner

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Step 4 Add TextPress the Text icon to add text to your postcard Add your text line by line to experiment with different fonts sizes and colors

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Step 5 Add ClipartPress the Clipart icon and choose clipart images to add that go with the theme of your postcard Customize the size and color to complete your postcard

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PicsArtist Roxyrsquos Visceral Mobile ArtThe series of abstract portraits created by PicsArtist Roxy HArt (roxyhart) are gripping Not only is her artwork raw and emotionally charged but it is rendered in a unique artistic fashion - all on her mobile phone

At times Roxy mixes her drawings with photography blending the two togehter with a variety of brush strokes and textures Roxy does not hold back when she faces inner anguish as an artist but rather injects this emotion into her work

Nevertheless some of her portraits are less jarring possessing a softer more poetic touch In these portraits her frustration gives way to melancholy as she tones down stark reds and peppers her portraits with faded yellows purples and blues

Not long ago terms like ldquomobile artrdquo were easily dismissed by the fine art mainstream but PicsArtists like Roxy prove that a tablet or smartphone can be just as powerful as a canvas and paintbrush The following collection of portraits by Roxy illustrate that even without the traditional tools mobile artwork retains emotion and authenticity

INSPIRATION Drawing

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WHATS NEW

PicsArtrsquos Exciting New Features for iOS and Android Devices

PicsArt recently released some exciting updates for Android and iOS Most of the new features were available for both platforms but they had their slight differences

The update included two new effects Dodger and Vintage Ivory The former softens your photo with pale colors and ambient lighting while the latter is inspired by vintage color palettes and resolutions but with a new whiter and brighter twist

PicsArt also gave users the ability to customize the colors of PicsArt Masks with a new Hue slider Shape masks offer the opportunity to choose from a variety of shapes to overlay on your photos and they have been made even better recently - by adding the option to customize them by texture in addition to the previously available color and opacity

For a quick fix and speedy share of an image we introduced the Auto Enhance tool which automatically brings you the basic best version of your image while still allowing you to customize in small ways

In addition to these commonly shared updates the two platforms have some differences as well iOS users can now customize their collages by adjusting the inner borders and can choose from a whole new variety of pre-made grids iOS users will also be excited about our updates in the Social Network as written tags and usernames written out in comments or photo descriptions now automatically become links to what they are referencing This will make it easier for users to discover each other as well as trending tags

Donrsquot worry Android users you have some cool stuff too We know that photo stealing has become an issue in our network so we have removed the save option for photos Now only photos that have freetoedit tag can be saved and reused by others If you do not tag your miages with that tag no one will be able to save them We hope that this will help prevent photo theft and preserve the artistic rights of our creative userbase

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A Brief Introduction to Photo History

Although photography as we know it is among the youngest of the major art forms its history can be traced back to ancient times Chinese philosopher Mo-Zi discussed the principles of a camera obscura in the 4th or 5th century BCE For two thousand years it was known as a small dark room (or box) with a tiny hole in one wall through which light shone and projected an inverted image

During the late 1500s Giambattista della Portia perfected its design by adding a convex lens to the hole making a sharper more detailed image Camera obscuras allowed artists to trace a scene in ink for a more faithful reproduction

The Early Days of Image Processing

The 18th and 19th centuries saw a multitude of methods for image processing and creation In 1727 Johann Schulze mixed chalk silver and nitric acid - a very early photosensitive compound - noting that one side of the flask darkened when exposed to sunlight In 1816 Joseph Niceacutephore Nieacutepce created the worlds first photograph by coating a metal plate in a silver chloride solution and exposing it to light for 8 hours However he did not discover a way of permanently fixing

the image for another decadeWilliam Henry Fox Talbot applied Nieacutepces recipe to paper in 1834 fixing the images with a salt solution and eventually patenting the first paper negative as the ldquoCalotyperdquo in 1841

Meanwhile Louis Daguerre was creating the Daguerrotype by coating copper sheets in silver iodide creating a metal negative which he developed in a solution of mercury These two inventions lead to the creation of photography To that end on August 19 1839 the French government publicly acknowledged the invention of photography

The first glass negative was made by Frederick Scott Archer in 1851 using a wet plate collodion process During the 1850s the tintype photograph emerged this made the negative image appear positive by exposing it onto a dark-coloured metal sheet coated with collodion which made the shadows appear light and the highlights dark

In 1861 James Clerk-Maxwell realized that he could photograph a scene three times through a red blue and green filter and project the images on top of each other to create a full-colour image

Finally in 1871 Richard Leach Maddox suspended the silver solution in gelatin creating the dry emulsion which sent photography skyrocketing It was applied first to glass negatives but would later find its way onto the thin plastic film that made photography possible for the public at large

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The Photographic Boom

By 1878 glass plate negatives were being manufactured commercially and in 1880 George Eastman opened what would become the Eastman-Kodak company Within ten years he was producing roll film and in 1900 released the first personal camera the Kodak Brownie In 1907 the Lumiegravere Brothers released the first commercial colour film

Oscar Barnack working for Leitz microscopes pushed camera invention forward in 1914 with the first 35mm camera which was improved upon and released in 1924 as the first Leica camera 1936 saw the introduction of the modern SLR (single-lens reflex camera) as well as the legendary Kodachrome film which finally made colour photography popular Polaroid would release instant black-and-white film in 1948 followed by the colour version in 1963

Students from the Emerson School for GirlsSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

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Unidentified Woman in Nine Oval ViewsSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

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The Digital Takeover

The first digital camera was invented in 1975 by Steve Sasson of Kodak using CCD sensor technology invented by Willard Boyle and George Smith in 1969 The birth of auto focus came with Minoltas Maxxum in 1985 paving the way for the worlds first commercially-available digital SLR ndash Kodaks 13 megapixel DCS-100 which sold in 1991 for $30000 USD Eight years later Nikon would wrestle away Kodaks dominance of the photo industry with the release of the D1 a 27MP model which went for a comparatively modest $6000

In 2003 Canon released the Digital Rebel the first consumer-level DSLR with a price tag under $1000 followed two years later by the first full-frame digital camera the 5D

Adobe hopped on the digital wave with the creation of Photoshop in 1990

A decade later the first camera phone was developed by Sharp in the early years of the new millennium Kodak ceased all production of film cameras in 2004 and even though the variety has been pared down they continue to produce film for the die-hard analog market

In the past ten years the major camera companies have focused their research and development almost entirely on improving their digital technology which has now begun to plateau The possibilities for future ingenuity now lay wide open with endless photographic possibilities waiting just over the horizon

The Reading EstablishmentAttributed to William Henry Fox Talbot (British 1800ndash1877)

Medium Salted paper prints from paper negatives

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Lola MontezSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

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Lemuel ShawSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

Medium Daguerreotype

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Louis-Jacques-Mandeacute DaguerreJohn Jabez Edwin Mayall (British Oldham Lancashire 1813ndash1901 West Sussex)

Medium Albumen silver print from glass negative

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View Down Brattle Street from the Southworth amp Hawes Studio at 5 12 Tremont Row Boston

Southworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)Medium Daguerreotype

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Interview with Celebrity Photographer Jason Bell Having shot for publications like Vanity Fair Vogue photographed royals and had some of his work submitted into Britainrsquos National Portrait Gallery Jason Bell has cemented his place as one of the foremost portrait photographers of his generation He has published four books and received more accolades than we have room to mention In any case Jasonrsquos work is the gold-standard when it comes to peering past the face and into the soul of subject model or celebrity His work has fascinated us for some time so we interviewed him to learn more about his work and career

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INERVIEW

All images by and copyright of Jason Bell

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How did you become a photographer

I just always was I took pictures a lot as a child and then when I was at school I was given the keys to the school dark room which I remember finding a magical place It just carried on from there

You actually studied Politics Philosophy and Economics at Oxford and as of today you have photographed some of the most powerful individuals on earth from presidents to royals Is there a correlation there

I am a strong believer in researching the people I photograph so I think it helps that my education has given me an understanding of what some of them do

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What was it like to take the official christening photographs of Prince George

It was an honour to be asked Everyone kept telling me beforehand how nervous I would be and that I must be so stressed But I actually felt very relaxed throughout They gave me all the time I needed to prepare and were very friendly and relaxed I enjoyed it

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Many of your photos are part of the permanent collection of the National Portrait Gallery the United Kingdomrsquos official gallery for portraits of historical British people Your work is national history How does this feel

I try not to think of it in those terms but more about what I want to say about the person Irsquom photographing or what I can encourage them to reveal

Are there any portraits of yours in the National Portrait Gallery that stand out as favourites

My favourites tend to be favourites because they are people I have felt a particular connection with or even become friends with I try to do that with everyone I photograph but obviously it happens with some people more than others

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Yoursquove captured a lot of artists and entertainers as well What is it like photographing celebrities

I am lucky in that I photographed some famous people very early on in my career so I got used to it very quickly and it is not something that I find difficult to deal with at all now They are just people like everybody else and usually enjoy being treated as such

You did the movie posters for modern British classic like Billy Elliot and Love Actually How is shooting a movie poster different from capturing a portrait

It tends to be much more art directed so I have less freedom to just do what I want and have to follow a brief more carefully In those instances I try to follow that brief and then give them something in addition that they maybe didnrsquot know they wanted

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Have you ever photographed someone who had maybe been a role model of some kind for you or maybe just admired greatly

Yes - very early on in my career I was sent to Iceland to photograph Bjork I had been listening to that first album of hers all summer and so was a bit of a fan It actually kind of got in the way initially me being a fan and I had to get past that as quickly as possible to find the person I wanted to photograph

What was the most surreal moment you ever experienced during a photography shoot

I was shooting a campaign for the Royal Opera House of a Chinese opera singer called Liping Zhang in a beautiful area near the Mongolian border We were assured the weather would be OK since it was late spring but a freak snowstorm came through so we were all freezing and inappropriately dressed and we had to bundle her up in Chinese army coats to keep her warm and at the last moment there was so much snow we couldnrsquot even drive her to the spot where I wanted to photograph her so in order to get her there we had to rent a camel to put her on

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What advice would you give to amatuer photographers

Many of the students and amateurs who come to see me show me a little bit of everything That is unlikely to get you commissioned when you are starting out So I think itrsquos better to concentrate on one thing and do it very well at the beginning and then when that goes well you can branch out

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Bewitched by BlightA building in ruins hangs together by what seems like threads One of the upper floors sags precariously just inches above the head of a young woman who strolls absent-mindedly with a teddy-bear in hand It seems possible that at any moment the whole structure could come crashing down Lady Luck we presume

Danny Aguirre (danny-aguirre-142) is the PicsArtist responsible for this Photo of the Month entitled Lady Luck Aguirre edited this image to perfection transplanting a young lively and vibrant woman into a world of decay In this manner the photo speaks to us through contrast

Darkly lit ruins once full of life now sit forgotten surrounded by sick yellow skies The deteriorating building bears down on an unwary and carefree youth (Lady Luck) ambling at the mercy of its behemonth broken structure In this peculiar and eerie scene Aguirre captivates his audience while conveying the promise of the unexpected

In an ever-changing world Aguirre has captured the aesthetic beauty of a building that has passed its prime However in its old age the building has become something else entirely a peculiar and curious space open to imaginative interpretation This is perhaps the luck that the young lady pictured in the image and Aguirres audience have stumbled upon an unexpected opportunity to reflect on the present in light of the past Through his creative vision Aguirre allows us to study ourselves and the physical structures we leave behind for future generations

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A Photographerrsquos Guide to the US

The most unique shots in America and where to get them

Kelso San Dunes Mojave Desert

If yoursquore looking for a unique photography opportunity head for the Kelso Sand Dunes - mountainous piles of sand that seem to spring up from nowhere in the middle of the Mojave Desert The tallest dunes can rise up to 650 feet above the surrounding terrain In this setting a well-timed hike might allow you photograph the sunset from a phenomenal vantage point A couple words of caution be sure to take a flashlight in order to get back to your car and never go alone

If you donrsquot make it to the sand dunes dont despair The spectacular darkness of the Mojave desert translates into spectacular nighttime photography With almost no ambient light (apart from the stars and the vague glow over the horizon coming from Las Vegas) the Mojave is the perfect place to experiment with time lapse night shots and double exposures This is a surefire way to snap some fantastic shots

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The Redwood Forests California

If you drive down the west coast of California on Route 1 yoursquoll suddenly find yourself in a magical landscape of trees so tall that you feel like a tiny critter The redwood forests in California are truly a sight to behold and the deep ochre of the tree barks is spectacular to see

Driving through this area is fantastic but make sure that you park up and go exploring with your camera This is one of the best places for nature photography The way the light streams through the canopy in the late afternoon is nothing short of breathtaking a must see for every photographer

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Tucson Arizona

Tucson may not seem like a photographerrsquos haven and if you visit in July when the temperatures soar to over 100 degrees Fahrenheit it certainly wonrsquot feel like it either However the landscape of this often-forgotten city makes for some truly breathtaking sunsets and sunrises where flat land gives way to gorgeous mountains ensconced by sunlight

If you visit Tucson youll also find that it is an unlikely hotbed of culture and art With a history that goes back much further than many of its neighbors in the south west Tucson boasts remarkable architecture historic neighborhoods and museums not to mention the Mission San Xavier del Bac an 18th-century mission that is still functioning Whats more the city has a distinctly Western flavor in light of pervasive Native American and Mexican influences After the sun goes down yoursquoll also find art events and bars alive with music and bonding in a comfy college-town atmosphere which means that you can capture some great shots of people simply being themselves

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DIY Wall Decorations for Kids Room

Artists start young so here we want to show how you can nurture art into a child by decorating his room so he starts seeing and valuing creativity from his early days

This DIY tutorial is so easy to do that if you have elder children you can involve them in the process of making these awsome wall hangings Make a collage in minutes that will be an impressive surprise for everyone and give you a proud piece of original artwork to hang on the wall in your kids room

For this project yoursquoll need a color printer markers scissors glue 2 pieces of ordinary cardboard and 4 equal-sized colorfull cardboards or canvas

Step 1 PrintFind some awesome characters online by either browsing clipart in the PicsArt Shop or googling cartoon images Also print out some basic colors or patterns to cut into shapes If you dont like the color of your background cardboards or canvases you can either color them with paint or print out patterns to make your backgrounds more colorful

Step 2 CutCut out your characters carefully and glue them on cardboard Now cut out the cardboard in the shape of your characters Be sure to cut out shapes for the scenery of your collage like clouds and trees There is no need to glue them on an additional cardboard if you do not want to make them look 3D

Step 3 Create 3D ElementsIdentify some parts of the animals you want to highlight like tails eyes or ears Cut out two of those parts from cardboard and glue one over the other so that the one with patterns stays on top

Step 4 GlueGlue your shapes onto 4 pieces of cardboard Start with the scenery (trees and clouds) then glue on your characters then glue on their cool colored double-layered body parts to make them stand out As a result you will have 3D-like animals or any other items you want

Step 6 Draw Parts and Write MessagesYou can draw some fine elements into your collage using ordinary colorful markers You can also write a message on your collage with a marker Your creations are now ready to make your child smile

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Danielrsquos Twisted Animal Crime LineupGreat artists know how to turn heads with their art and that is certainly the case with PicsArtist of the Month Daniel (n3cr0n0m1c0n) However when he turns heads he turns them into something else Daniel has recently unveiled a series of photos that replace the head of a human body with various animal heads - the only exception being an awesome Star Wars stormtrooper helmet

In each photo of the series Daniels body dons a different head Nevertheless he is shown wearing the same clothes - a leather jacket with a zipper that runs diagonally across his torso into the side of his collar The thing about Danielrsquos photos is that the details of their construction work really well together to create a dark artistic vision with grungy undertones

Despite this odd synergy each photo is posed with a nonchalance that seems to undermine the strangeness of it all every shot displaying the emotional expression of a criminal lineup or mugshot The body takes on a neutral stance and the animal heads stare with vacant expressions as if silently counting the seconds for the camera shutter to click so they can walk off and do something else The overall emotional effect is weird uneasy slightly comic and extremely captivating

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Beat the Crowds

Since much of the 2013 flying season was cancelled due to budget cuts this years shows are expected to smash previous attendance records With more than 150000 people jockeying for a good vantage point its essential you arrive 1-2 hours before the show starts This allows you to set up your gear in a prime location with unobstructed views of the action Before settling on a spot scan the horizon for any distractions that could block your lens The performers usually enter from the left and right with their stunts done at show center

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Lens Options

Air shows are usually several hours in duration and longer lenses can get quite heavy Image

stabilization is a nice feature but a tripod will give your arms a break and allow you to

create sharp images consistently While the majority of my aviation work

is shot with longer lenses I find that wide angle lenses are also

useful for performance teams that are spread out in wide

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of images

Camera Settings

In order to freeze the flight of an aircraft travelling over 500 miles per hour youll need a very fast shutter speed For the best results I recommend at least 11000th of a second This is quick enough to stop even the fastest of aircrafts while also preventing camera shaking My exposure is typically around 11000 ISO 400 and f56 These settings are not meant to be exact but merely a starting point Depending on the weather conditions that day adjustments may be necessary

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Autofocus Techniques

Most DSLR cameras feature continuous focusing also known as AI Servo This mode will allow you to track moving subjects Keep your center focusing point over the aircraft with your shutter held halfway down As you follow the plane through your viewfinder the camera will automatically adjust the focus as the aircraft gets closer When you are ready to make an image simply press the shutter all the way down Air Show organizers often arrange photo passes where the pilot flies at a reduced speed Donrsquot get too comfortable though they return to full speed after just a few slow turns

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The Peak of Action

Smoke trails and afterburner effects are great additions to an aviation image Be ready for them as they happen quickly The trails of white smoke are actually created by pumping oil into the exhaust pipe This is particularly interesting when used by an entire formation of planes The patterns of smoke can be used to make for a more artistic composition In addition it adds a bit of contrast to the otherwise plain blue sky I also look to capture the interaction between two planes When pilots are flying side by side with their wings nearly touching a great deal of tension is introduced to the photo By freezing this moment in time you are also showcasing the precision and skill of the daring pilots

Enough Memory

With all of this fast-paced action you will likely burn through many memory cards rapidly I used to bring a portable hard drive with me and download the contents of the card while continuing to shoot This is no longer necessary as large capacity cards of 32GB are now very reasonably priced I like to shoot in RAW format whenever possible However if you are short on memory cards you may want to consider shooting in the LargeFine JPEG format This will allow you to fit more images on the card than RAW

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Capture The Local Color

For an up close look at some of these aircrafts check with your local airport or military base for static displays From the ground you can get a much better look at details like the paint scheme and propellers Depending on the venue you may even be able to climb inside the cockpit Since you will be very close a wide angle lens is the preferred choice here Walk around the entire plane to search for the best angle and create a strong composition

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Capture The Local Color

During the brief pauses in action turn your lens towards the people around you Spectators can often yield some interesting images Maybe its time for a quick selfie as well Pay special attention to any signs that may show the events name These can be used to start and end your gallery of images

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Creative Edits A City on a Back of an AnimalThe PicsArt editor makes really cool editing tricks easily available to anyone who has the will and imagination You can create some really amazing surreal images with PicsArt and to show you what we mean we have created a tutorial on how to raise an entire city on the back of an animal by combining photos and applying effects This tutorial also introduces users to our recently added feature for Android devices which lets users create their own custom clipart Follow these simple steps to become a photo wizard with PicsArt

TUTORIAL Editing

Step 1 Open Your Photo

Upload an animal photo from the Photo section of the main menu Make sure that your photo features a brightly lit animal in front of a dark background

Step 2 Apply the Cinerama Effect to the Main Photo

Select the Effects icon and choose the Cinerama effect from the Fx section of the Effects menu Save and confirm with checkmark

Step 3 Add a New Photo

Select the Add Photo icon and add a photo of the city you want to place on the back of the animal

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Step 4 Apply the Cinerama Effect

Select the top left icon (the Effect icon) from the menu that appears after you add a photo Apply the Cinerama effect just like you did with your main photo

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Step 5 Cut and Create Clipart

Select the Scissors icon from the top menu (ie the Free Crop option) Choose the Lasso option by clicking on the Brush icon Use the lasso to cut out the skyline of your city from the background Press the Save as Clipart button at the top of the screen to save your selection as a clipart image This will save your selection in My Clipart section allowing you to reuse it on any image whenever you need it

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Step 6 Place and Blend the Image

Adjust the size of your city and place it on the back of the animal Select and apply the Lighten blending mode from the menu

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Step 7 Shape Masks

Select the Shape Mask icon and choose a shape to frame your photo Reduce the opacity to around 30 to go with your shot Confirm and save your creation

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How to Draw Amazing Anime

Step by Step Tutorial

Anime has a unique style that has garnered global popularity even fanaticism This tutorial demonstrates how to make your very own anime using PicsArt Drawing Tools and your smart device

See how PicsArt Drawing Tools make drawing fun and easy and use this step by step tutorial to create your very own anime Who knows Maybe one day your anime will become the main character for your own cartoon or comics

TUTORIAL Drawing

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Step 1 Draw the Basic Outline

Draw a basic outline of your anime character using simple strokes in a light blue color so that you will be able to distinguish it from other outlines later on

Step 2 Refine your Outline

Add a new layer and use your previous layer as a guide to draw a more precise outline Delete the layer with the blue outline when finished

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Step 4 Add Color

Use thick colorful brushes to add the basic first layer of colors to your drawing

Step 3 Final Outline

Reduce the opacity and add a new layer for your final outline Trace a final outline using clean and deliberate strokes Make sure you get all of your details exactly right and correct previous mistakes Delete or hide previous outline layer when done

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Step 5 Add Shading

Add a new layer and outline the areas of your drawing you would like to shade Color this outline in black when you are ready

Step 6 Background Color

Reduce the opacity of your shade layer for a more subtle shade Use brighter tones to add lighting and reflection in your drawing Finish your drawing by using a translucent brush to add shading and texture to your background This creates ambiance and gives your anime character that final touch of realism it needs

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Design a Postcard that Encapsulates Summer VacationPicsArt has everything you need to create the perfect postcard using your summer photos With the right combination of masks texts and clipart you can create a professional card that perfectly captures the feelings and images of your fondest summer vacation memories

With this tutorial wersquoll show you an example of how to create a postcard step by step Yoursquoll be surprised at how easy it is to make something look so good in five easy steps

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Step 1 Upload a PhotoUpload a photo from the edit section of the main menu

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Step 2 Add Shape MaskSelect the Shape Mask icon from the menu bar and choose a shape mask that fits your photo best Customize the color size and opacity of the mask

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Step 3 2nd Shape MaskAdd a second Shape Mask with the same color and opacity as your previous one Reverse the mask by checking the box next to Inverse at the bottom right corner

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Step 4 Add TextPress the Text icon to add text to your postcard Add your text line by line to experiment with different fonts sizes and colors

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Step 5 Add ClipartPress the Clipart icon and choose clipart images to add that go with the theme of your postcard Customize the size and color to complete your postcard

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PicsArtist Roxyrsquos Visceral Mobile ArtThe series of abstract portraits created by PicsArtist Roxy HArt (roxyhart) are gripping Not only is her artwork raw and emotionally charged but it is rendered in a unique artistic fashion - all on her mobile phone

At times Roxy mixes her drawings with photography blending the two togehter with a variety of brush strokes and textures Roxy does not hold back when she faces inner anguish as an artist but rather injects this emotion into her work

Nevertheless some of her portraits are less jarring possessing a softer more poetic touch In these portraits her frustration gives way to melancholy as she tones down stark reds and peppers her portraits with faded yellows purples and blues

Not long ago terms like ldquomobile artrdquo were easily dismissed by the fine art mainstream but PicsArtists like Roxy prove that a tablet or smartphone can be just as powerful as a canvas and paintbrush The following collection of portraits by Roxy illustrate that even without the traditional tools mobile artwork retains emotion and authenticity

INSPIRATION Drawing

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WHATS NEW

PicsArtrsquos Exciting New Features for iOS and Android Devices

PicsArt recently released some exciting updates for Android and iOS Most of the new features were available for both platforms but they had their slight differences

The update included two new effects Dodger and Vintage Ivory The former softens your photo with pale colors and ambient lighting while the latter is inspired by vintage color palettes and resolutions but with a new whiter and brighter twist

PicsArt also gave users the ability to customize the colors of PicsArt Masks with a new Hue slider Shape masks offer the opportunity to choose from a variety of shapes to overlay on your photos and they have been made even better recently - by adding the option to customize them by texture in addition to the previously available color and opacity

For a quick fix and speedy share of an image we introduced the Auto Enhance tool which automatically brings you the basic best version of your image while still allowing you to customize in small ways

In addition to these commonly shared updates the two platforms have some differences as well iOS users can now customize their collages by adjusting the inner borders and can choose from a whole new variety of pre-made grids iOS users will also be excited about our updates in the Social Network as written tags and usernames written out in comments or photo descriptions now automatically become links to what they are referencing This will make it easier for users to discover each other as well as trending tags

Donrsquot worry Android users you have some cool stuff too We know that photo stealing has become an issue in our network so we have removed the save option for photos Now only photos that have freetoedit tag can be saved and reused by others If you do not tag your miages with that tag no one will be able to save them We hope that this will help prevent photo theft and preserve the artistic rights of our creative userbase

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A Brief Introduction to Photo History

Although photography as we know it is among the youngest of the major art forms its history can be traced back to ancient times Chinese philosopher Mo-Zi discussed the principles of a camera obscura in the 4th or 5th century BCE For two thousand years it was known as a small dark room (or box) with a tiny hole in one wall through which light shone and projected an inverted image

During the late 1500s Giambattista della Portia perfected its design by adding a convex lens to the hole making a sharper more detailed image Camera obscuras allowed artists to trace a scene in ink for a more faithful reproduction

The Early Days of Image Processing

The 18th and 19th centuries saw a multitude of methods for image processing and creation In 1727 Johann Schulze mixed chalk silver and nitric acid - a very early photosensitive compound - noting that one side of the flask darkened when exposed to sunlight In 1816 Joseph Niceacutephore Nieacutepce created the worlds first photograph by coating a metal plate in a silver chloride solution and exposing it to light for 8 hours However he did not discover a way of permanently fixing

the image for another decadeWilliam Henry Fox Talbot applied Nieacutepces recipe to paper in 1834 fixing the images with a salt solution and eventually patenting the first paper negative as the ldquoCalotyperdquo in 1841

Meanwhile Louis Daguerre was creating the Daguerrotype by coating copper sheets in silver iodide creating a metal negative which he developed in a solution of mercury These two inventions lead to the creation of photography To that end on August 19 1839 the French government publicly acknowledged the invention of photography

The first glass negative was made by Frederick Scott Archer in 1851 using a wet plate collodion process During the 1850s the tintype photograph emerged this made the negative image appear positive by exposing it onto a dark-coloured metal sheet coated with collodion which made the shadows appear light and the highlights dark

In 1861 James Clerk-Maxwell realized that he could photograph a scene three times through a red blue and green filter and project the images on top of each other to create a full-colour image

Finally in 1871 Richard Leach Maddox suspended the silver solution in gelatin creating the dry emulsion which sent photography skyrocketing It was applied first to glass negatives but would later find its way onto the thin plastic film that made photography possible for the public at large

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The Photographic Boom

By 1878 glass plate negatives were being manufactured commercially and in 1880 George Eastman opened what would become the Eastman-Kodak company Within ten years he was producing roll film and in 1900 released the first personal camera the Kodak Brownie In 1907 the Lumiegravere Brothers released the first commercial colour film

Oscar Barnack working for Leitz microscopes pushed camera invention forward in 1914 with the first 35mm camera which was improved upon and released in 1924 as the first Leica camera 1936 saw the introduction of the modern SLR (single-lens reflex camera) as well as the legendary Kodachrome film which finally made colour photography popular Polaroid would release instant black-and-white film in 1948 followed by the colour version in 1963

Students from the Emerson School for GirlsSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

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Unidentified Woman in Nine Oval ViewsSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

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The Digital Takeover

The first digital camera was invented in 1975 by Steve Sasson of Kodak using CCD sensor technology invented by Willard Boyle and George Smith in 1969 The birth of auto focus came with Minoltas Maxxum in 1985 paving the way for the worlds first commercially-available digital SLR ndash Kodaks 13 megapixel DCS-100 which sold in 1991 for $30000 USD Eight years later Nikon would wrestle away Kodaks dominance of the photo industry with the release of the D1 a 27MP model which went for a comparatively modest $6000

In 2003 Canon released the Digital Rebel the first consumer-level DSLR with a price tag under $1000 followed two years later by the first full-frame digital camera the 5D

Adobe hopped on the digital wave with the creation of Photoshop in 1990

A decade later the first camera phone was developed by Sharp in the early years of the new millennium Kodak ceased all production of film cameras in 2004 and even though the variety has been pared down they continue to produce film for the die-hard analog market

In the past ten years the major camera companies have focused their research and development almost entirely on improving their digital technology which has now begun to plateau The possibilities for future ingenuity now lay wide open with endless photographic possibilities waiting just over the horizon

The Reading EstablishmentAttributed to William Henry Fox Talbot (British 1800ndash1877)

Medium Salted paper prints from paper negatives

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Lola MontezSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

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Lemuel ShawSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

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Louis-Jacques-Mandeacute DaguerreJohn Jabez Edwin Mayall (British Oldham Lancashire 1813ndash1901 West Sussex)

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View Down Brattle Street from the Southworth amp Hawes Studio at 5 12 Tremont Row Boston

Southworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)Medium Daguerreotype

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Interview with Celebrity Photographer Jason Bell Having shot for publications like Vanity Fair Vogue photographed royals and had some of his work submitted into Britainrsquos National Portrait Gallery Jason Bell has cemented his place as one of the foremost portrait photographers of his generation He has published four books and received more accolades than we have room to mention In any case Jasonrsquos work is the gold-standard when it comes to peering past the face and into the soul of subject model or celebrity His work has fascinated us for some time so we interviewed him to learn more about his work and career

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INERVIEW

All images by and copyright of Jason Bell

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How did you become a photographer

I just always was I took pictures a lot as a child and then when I was at school I was given the keys to the school dark room which I remember finding a magical place It just carried on from there

You actually studied Politics Philosophy and Economics at Oxford and as of today you have photographed some of the most powerful individuals on earth from presidents to royals Is there a correlation there

I am a strong believer in researching the people I photograph so I think it helps that my education has given me an understanding of what some of them do

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What was it like to take the official christening photographs of Prince George

It was an honour to be asked Everyone kept telling me beforehand how nervous I would be and that I must be so stressed But I actually felt very relaxed throughout They gave me all the time I needed to prepare and were very friendly and relaxed I enjoyed it

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Many of your photos are part of the permanent collection of the National Portrait Gallery the United Kingdomrsquos official gallery for portraits of historical British people Your work is national history How does this feel

I try not to think of it in those terms but more about what I want to say about the person Irsquom photographing or what I can encourage them to reveal

Are there any portraits of yours in the National Portrait Gallery that stand out as favourites

My favourites tend to be favourites because they are people I have felt a particular connection with or even become friends with I try to do that with everyone I photograph but obviously it happens with some people more than others

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Yoursquove captured a lot of artists and entertainers as well What is it like photographing celebrities

I am lucky in that I photographed some famous people very early on in my career so I got used to it very quickly and it is not something that I find difficult to deal with at all now They are just people like everybody else and usually enjoy being treated as such

You did the movie posters for modern British classic like Billy Elliot and Love Actually How is shooting a movie poster different from capturing a portrait

It tends to be much more art directed so I have less freedom to just do what I want and have to follow a brief more carefully In those instances I try to follow that brief and then give them something in addition that they maybe didnrsquot know they wanted

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Have you ever photographed someone who had maybe been a role model of some kind for you or maybe just admired greatly

Yes - very early on in my career I was sent to Iceland to photograph Bjork I had been listening to that first album of hers all summer and so was a bit of a fan It actually kind of got in the way initially me being a fan and I had to get past that as quickly as possible to find the person I wanted to photograph

What was the most surreal moment you ever experienced during a photography shoot

I was shooting a campaign for the Royal Opera House of a Chinese opera singer called Liping Zhang in a beautiful area near the Mongolian border We were assured the weather would be OK since it was late spring but a freak snowstorm came through so we were all freezing and inappropriately dressed and we had to bundle her up in Chinese army coats to keep her warm and at the last moment there was so much snow we couldnrsquot even drive her to the spot where I wanted to photograph her so in order to get her there we had to rent a camel to put her on

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What advice would you give to amatuer photographers

Many of the students and amateurs who come to see me show me a little bit of everything That is unlikely to get you commissioned when you are starting out So I think itrsquos better to concentrate on one thing and do it very well at the beginning and then when that goes well you can branch out

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Bewitched by BlightA building in ruins hangs together by what seems like threads One of the upper floors sags precariously just inches above the head of a young woman who strolls absent-mindedly with a teddy-bear in hand It seems possible that at any moment the whole structure could come crashing down Lady Luck we presume

Danny Aguirre (danny-aguirre-142) is the PicsArtist responsible for this Photo of the Month entitled Lady Luck Aguirre edited this image to perfection transplanting a young lively and vibrant woman into a world of decay In this manner the photo speaks to us through contrast

Darkly lit ruins once full of life now sit forgotten surrounded by sick yellow skies The deteriorating building bears down on an unwary and carefree youth (Lady Luck) ambling at the mercy of its behemonth broken structure In this peculiar and eerie scene Aguirre captivates his audience while conveying the promise of the unexpected

In an ever-changing world Aguirre has captured the aesthetic beauty of a building that has passed its prime However in its old age the building has become something else entirely a peculiar and curious space open to imaginative interpretation This is perhaps the luck that the young lady pictured in the image and Aguirres audience have stumbled upon an unexpected opportunity to reflect on the present in light of the past Through his creative vision Aguirre allows us to study ourselves and the physical structures we leave behind for future generations

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A Photographerrsquos Guide to the US

The most unique shots in America and where to get them

Kelso San Dunes Mojave Desert

If yoursquore looking for a unique photography opportunity head for the Kelso Sand Dunes - mountainous piles of sand that seem to spring up from nowhere in the middle of the Mojave Desert The tallest dunes can rise up to 650 feet above the surrounding terrain In this setting a well-timed hike might allow you photograph the sunset from a phenomenal vantage point A couple words of caution be sure to take a flashlight in order to get back to your car and never go alone

If you donrsquot make it to the sand dunes dont despair The spectacular darkness of the Mojave desert translates into spectacular nighttime photography With almost no ambient light (apart from the stars and the vague glow over the horizon coming from Las Vegas) the Mojave is the perfect place to experiment with time lapse night shots and double exposures This is a surefire way to snap some fantastic shots

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The Redwood Forests California

If you drive down the west coast of California on Route 1 yoursquoll suddenly find yourself in a magical landscape of trees so tall that you feel like a tiny critter The redwood forests in California are truly a sight to behold and the deep ochre of the tree barks is spectacular to see

Driving through this area is fantastic but make sure that you park up and go exploring with your camera This is one of the best places for nature photography The way the light streams through the canopy in the late afternoon is nothing short of breathtaking a must see for every photographer

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Tucson Arizona

Tucson may not seem like a photographerrsquos haven and if you visit in July when the temperatures soar to over 100 degrees Fahrenheit it certainly wonrsquot feel like it either However the landscape of this often-forgotten city makes for some truly breathtaking sunsets and sunrises where flat land gives way to gorgeous mountains ensconced by sunlight

If you visit Tucson youll also find that it is an unlikely hotbed of culture and art With a history that goes back much further than many of its neighbors in the south west Tucson boasts remarkable architecture historic neighborhoods and museums not to mention the Mission San Xavier del Bac an 18th-century mission that is still functioning Whats more the city has a distinctly Western flavor in light of pervasive Native American and Mexican influences After the sun goes down yoursquoll also find art events and bars alive with music and bonding in a comfy college-town atmosphere which means that you can capture some great shots of people simply being themselves

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DIY Wall Decorations for Kids Room

Artists start young so here we want to show how you can nurture art into a child by decorating his room so he starts seeing and valuing creativity from his early days

This DIY tutorial is so easy to do that if you have elder children you can involve them in the process of making these awsome wall hangings Make a collage in minutes that will be an impressive surprise for everyone and give you a proud piece of original artwork to hang on the wall in your kids room

For this project yoursquoll need a color printer markers scissors glue 2 pieces of ordinary cardboard and 4 equal-sized colorfull cardboards or canvas

Step 1 PrintFind some awesome characters online by either browsing clipart in the PicsArt Shop or googling cartoon images Also print out some basic colors or patterns to cut into shapes If you dont like the color of your background cardboards or canvases you can either color them with paint or print out patterns to make your backgrounds more colorful

Step 2 CutCut out your characters carefully and glue them on cardboard Now cut out the cardboard in the shape of your characters Be sure to cut out shapes for the scenery of your collage like clouds and trees There is no need to glue them on an additional cardboard if you do not want to make them look 3D

Step 3 Create 3D ElementsIdentify some parts of the animals you want to highlight like tails eyes or ears Cut out two of those parts from cardboard and glue one over the other so that the one with patterns stays on top

Step 4 GlueGlue your shapes onto 4 pieces of cardboard Start with the scenery (trees and clouds) then glue on your characters then glue on their cool colored double-layered body parts to make them stand out As a result you will have 3D-like animals or any other items you want

Step 6 Draw Parts and Write MessagesYou can draw some fine elements into your collage using ordinary colorful markers You can also write a message on your collage with a marker Your creations are now ready to make your child smile

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Danielrsquos Twisted Animal Crime LineupGreat artists know how to turn heads with their art and that is certainly the case with PicsArtist of the Month Daniel (n3cr0n0m1c0n) However when he turns heads he turns them into something else Daniel has recently unveiled a series of photos that replace the head of a human body with various animal heads - the only exception being an awesome Star Wars stormtrooper helmet

In each photo of the series Daniels body dons a different head Nevertheless he is shown wearing the same clothes - a leather jacket with a zipper that runs diagonally across his torso into the side of his collar The thing about Danielrsquos photos is that the details of their construction work really well together to create a dark artistic vision with grungy undertones

Despite this odd synergy each photo is posed with a nonchalance that seems to undermine the strangeness of it all every shot displaying the emotional expression of a criminal lineup or mugshot The body takes on a neutral stance and the animal heads stare with vacant expressions as if silently counting the seconds for the camera shutter to click so they can walk off and do something else The overall emotional effect is weird uneasy slightly comic and extremely captivating

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Lens Options

Air shows are usually several hours in duration and longer lenses can get quite heavy Image

stabilization is a nice feature but a tripod will give your arms a break and allow you to

create sharp images consistently While the majority of my aviation work

is shot with longer lenses I find that wide angle lenses are also

useful for performance teams that are spread out in wide

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Camera Settings

In order to freeze the flight of an aircraft travelling over 500 miles per hour youll need a very fast shutter speed For the best results I recommend at least 11000th of a second This is quick enough to stop even the fastest of aircrafts while also preventing camera shaking My exposure is typically around 11000 ISO 400 and f56 These settings are not meant to be exact but merely a starting point Depending on the weather conditions that day adjustments may be necessary

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Autofocus Techniques

Most DSLR cameras feature continuous focusing also known as AI Servo This mode will allow you to track moving subjects Keep your center focusing point over the aircraft with your shutter held halfway down As you follow the plane through your viewfinder the camera will automatically adjust the focus as the aircraft gets closer When you are ready to make an image simply press the shutter all the way down Air Show organizers often arrange photo passes where the pilot flies at a reduced speed Donrsquot get too comfortable though they return to full speed after just a few slow turns

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The Peak of Action

Smoke trails and afterburner effects are great additions to an aviation image Be ready for them as they happen quickly The trails of white smoke are actually created by pumping oil into the exhaust pipe This is particularly interesting when used by an entire formation of planes The patterns of smoke can be used to make for a more artistic composition In addition it adds a bit of contrast to the otherwise plain blue sky I also look to capture the interaction between two planes When pilots are flying side by side with their wings nearly touching a great deal of tension is introduced to the photo By freezing this moment in time you are also showcasing the precision and skill of the daring pilots

Enough Memory

With all of this fast-paced action you will likely burn through many memory cards rapidly I used to bring a portable hard drive with me and download the contents of the card while continuing to shoot This is no longer necessary as large capacity cards of 32GB are now very reasonably priced I like to shoot in RAW format whenever possible However if you are short on memory cards you may want to consider shooting in the LargeFine JPEG format This will allow you to fit more images on the card than RAW

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Capture The Local Color

For an up close look at some of these aircrafts check with your local airport or military base for static displays From the ground you can get a much better look at details like the paint scheme and propellers Depending on the venue you may even be able to climb inside the cockpit Since you will be very close a wide angle lens is the preferred choice here Walk around the entire plane to search for the best angle and create a strong composition

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Capture The Local Color

During the brief pauses in action turn your lens towards the people around you Spectators can often yield some interesting images Maybe its time for a quick selfie as well Pay special attention to any signs that may show the events name These can be used to start and end your gallery of images

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Creative Edits A City on a Back of an AnimalThe PicsArt editor makes really cool editing tricks easily available to anyone who has the will and imagination You can create some really amazing surreal images with PicsArt and to show you what we mean we have created a tutorial on how to raise an entire city on the back of an animal by combining photos and applying effects This tutorial also introduces users to our recently added feature for Android devices which lets users create their own custom clipart Follow these simple steps to become a photo wizard with PicsArt

TUTORIAL Editing

Step 1 Open Your Photo

Upload an animal photo from the Photo section of the main menu Make sure that your photo features a brightly lit animal in front of a dark background

Step 2 Apply the Cinerama Effect to the Main Photo

Select the Effects icon and choose the Cinerama effect from the Fx section of the Effects menu Save and confirm with checkmark

Step 3 Add a New Photo

Select the Add Photo icon and add a photo of the city you want to place on the back of the animal

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Step 4 Apply the Cinerama Effect

Select the top left icon (the Effect icon) from the menu that appears after you add a photo Apply the Cinerama effect just like you did with your main photo

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Step 5 Cut and Create Clipart

Select the Scissors icon from the top menu (ie the Free Crop option) Choose the Lasso option by clicking on the Brush icon Use the lasso to cut out the skyline of your city from the background Press the Save as Clipart button at the top of the screen to save your selection as a clipart image This will save your selection in My Clipart section allowing you to reuse it on any image whenever you need it

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Step 6 Place and Blend the Image

Adjust the size of your city and place it on the back of the animal Select and apply the Lighten blending mode from the menu

below Confirm the changes you have made

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Step 7 Shape Masks

Select the Shape Mask icon and choose a shape to frame your photo Reduce the opacity to around 30 to go with your shot Confirm and save your creation

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How to Draw Amazing Anime

Step by Step Tutorial

Anime has a unique style that has garnered global popularity even fanaticism This tutorial demonstrates how to make your very own anime using PicsArt Drawing Tools and your smart device

See how PicsArt Drawing Tools make drawing fun and easy and use this step by step tutorial to create your very own anime Who knows Maybe one day your anime will become the main character for your own cartoon or comics

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Step 1 Draw the Basic Outline

Draw a basic outline of your anime character using simple strokes in a light blue color so that you will be able to distinguish it from other outlines later on

Step 2 Refine your Outline

Add a new layer and use your previous layer as a guide to draw a more precise outline Delete the layer with the blue outline when finished

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Step 4 Add Color

Use thick colorful brushes to add the basic first layer of colors to your drawing

Step 3 Final Outline

Reduce the opacity and add a new layer for your final outline Trace a final outline using clean and deliberate strokes Make sure you get all of your details exactly right and correct previous mistakes Delete or hide previous outline layer when done

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Step 5 Add Shading

Add a new layer and outline the areas of your drawing you would like to shade Color this outline in black when you are ready

Step 6 Background Color

Reduce the opacity of your shade layer for a more subtle shade Use brighter tones to add lighting and reflection in your drawing Finish your drawing by using a translucent brush to add shading and texture to your background This creates ambiance and gives your anime character that final touch of realism it needs

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Design a Postcard that Encapsulates Summer VacationPicsArt has everything you need to create the perfect postcard using your summer photos With the right combination of masks texts and clipart you can create a professional card that perfectly captures the feelings and images of your fondest summer vacation memories

With this tutorial wersquoll show you an example of how to create a postcard step by step Yoursquoll be surprised at how easy it is to make something look so good in five easy steps

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Step 1 Upload a PhotoUpload a photo from the edit section of the main menu

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Step 2 Add Shape MaskSelect the Shape Mask icon from the menu bar and choose a shape mask that fits your photo best Customize the color size and opacity of the mask

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Step 3 2nd Shape MaskAdd a second Shape Mask with the same color and opacity as your previous one Reverse the mask by checking the box next to Inverse at the bottom right corner

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Step 4 Add TextPress the Text icon to add text to your postcard Add your text line by line to experiment with different fonts sizes and colors

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Step 5 Add ClipartPress the Clipart icon and choose clipart images to add that go with the theme of your postcard Customize the size and color to complete your postcard

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PicsArtist Roxyrsquos Visceral Mobile ArtThe series of abstract portraits created by PicsArtist Roxy HArt (roxyhart) are gripping Not only is her artwork raw and emotionally charged but it is rendered in a unique artistic fashion - all on her mobile phone

At times Roxy mixes her drawings with photography blending the two togehter with a variety of brush strokes and textures Roxy does not hold back when she faces inner anguish as an artist but rather injects this emotion into her work

Nevertheless some of her portraits are less jarring possessing a softer more poetic touch In these portraits her frustration gives way to melancholy as she tones down stark reds and peppers her portraits with faded yellows purples and blues

Not long ago terms like ldquomobile artrdquo were easily dismissed by the fine art mainstream but PicsArtists like Roxy prove that a tablet or smartphone can be just as powerful as a canvas and paintbrush The following collection of portraits by Roxy illustrate that even without the traditional tools mobile artwork retains emotion and authenticity

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WHATS NEW

PicsArtrsquos Exciting New Features for iOS and Android Devices

PicsArt recently released some exciting updates for Android and iOS Most of the new features were available for both platforms but they had their slight differences

The update included two new effects Dodger and Vintage Ivory The former softens your photo with pale colors and ambient lighting while the latter is inspired by vintage color palettes and resolutions but with a new whiter and brighter twist

PicsArt also gave users the ability to customize the colors of PicsArt Masks with a new Hue slider Shape masks offer the opportunity to choose from a variety of shapes to overlay on your photos and they have been made even better recently - by adding the option to customize them by texture in addition to the previously available color and opacity

For a quick fix and speedy share of an image we introduced the Auto Enhance tool which automatically brings you the basic best version of your image while still allowing you to customize in small ways

In addition to these commonly shared updates the two platforms have some differences as well iOS users can now customize their collages by adjusting the inner borders and can choose from a whole new variety of pre-made grids iOS users will also be excited about our updates in the Social Network as written tags and usernames written out in comments or photo descriptions now automatically become links to what they are referencing This will make it easier for users to discover each other as well as trending tags

Donrsquot worry Android users you have some cool stuff too We know that photo stealing has become an issue in our network so we have removed the save option for photos Now only photos that have freetoedit tag can be saved and reused by others If you do not tag your miages with that tag no one will be able to save them We hope that this will help prevent photo theft and preserve the artistic rights of our creative userbase

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A Brief Introduction to Photo History

Although photography as we know it is among the youngest of the major art forms its history can be traced back to ancient times Chinese philosopher Mo-Zi discussed the principles of a camera obscura in the 4th or 5th century BCE For two thousand years it was known as a small dark room (or box) with a tiny hole in one wall through which light shone and projected an inverted image

During the late 1500s Giambattista della Portia perfected its design by adding a convex lens to the hole making a sharper more detailed image Camera obscuras allowed artists to trace a scene in ink for a more faithful reproduction

The Early Days of Image Processing

The 18th and 19th centuries saw a multitude of methods for image processing and creation In 1727 Johann Schulze mixed chalk silver and nitric acid - a very early photosensitive compound - noting that one side of the flask darkened when exposed to sunlight In 1816 Joseph Niceacutephore Nieacutepce created the worlds first photograph by coating a metal plate in a silver chloride solution and exposing it to light for 8 hours However he did not discover a way of permanently fixing

the image for another decadeWilliam Henry Fox Talbot applied Nieacutepces recipe to paper in 1834 fixing the images with a salt solution and eventually patenting the first paper negative as the ldquoCalotyperdquo in 1841

Meanwhile Louis Daguerre was creating the Daguerrotype by coating copper sheets in silver iodide creating a metal negative which he developed in a solution of mercury These two inventions lead to the creation of photography To that end on August 19 1839 the French government publicly acknowledged the invention of photography

The first glass negative was made by Frederick Scott Archer in 1851 using a wet plate collodion process During the 1850s the tintype photograph emerged this made the negative image appear positive by exposing it onto a dark-coloured metal sheet coated with collodion which made the shadows appear light and the highlights dark

In 1861 James Clerk-Maxwell realized that he could photograph a scene three times through a red blue and green filter and project the images on top of each other to create a full-colour image

Finally in 1871 Richard Leach Maddox suspended the silver solution in gelatin creating the dry emulsion which sent photography skyrocketing It was applied first to glass negatives but would later find its way onto the thin plastic film that made photography possible for the public at large

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The Photographic Boom

By 1878 glass plate negatives were being manufactured commercially and in 1880 George Eastman opened what would become the Eastman-Kodak company Within ten years he was producing roll film and in 1900 released the first personal camera the Kodak Brownie In 1907 the Lumiegravere Brothers released the first commercial colour film

Oscar Barnack working for Leitz microscopes pushed camera invention forward in 1914 with the first 35mm camera which was improved upon and released in 1924 as the first Leica camera 1936 saw the introduction of the modern SLR (single-lens reflex camera) as well as the legendary Kodachrome film which finally made colour photography popular Polaroid would release instant black-and-white film in 1948 followed by the colour version in 1963

Students from the Emerson School for GirlsSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

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Unidentified Woman in Nine Oval ViewsSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

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The Digital Takeover

The first digital camera was invented in 1975 by Steve Sasson of Kodak using CCD sensor technology invented by Willard Boyle and George Smith in 1969 The birth of auto focus came with Minoltas Maxxum in 1985 paving the way for the worlds first commercially-available digital SLR ndash Kodaks 13 megapixel DCS-100 which sold in 1991 for $30000 USD Eight years later Nikon would wrestle away Kodaks dominance of the photo industry with the release of the D1 a 27MP model which went for a comparatively modest $6000

In 2003 Canon released the Digital Rebel the first consumer-level DSLR with a price tag under $1000 followed two years later by the first full-frame digital camera the 5D

Adobe hopped on the digital wave with the creation of Photoshop in 1990

A decade later the first camera phone was developed by Sharp in the early years of the new millennium Kodak ceased all production of film cameras in 2004 and even though the variety has been pared down they continue to produce film for the die-hard analog market

In the past ten years the major camera companies have focused their research and development almost entirely on improving their digital technology which has now begun to plateau The possibilities for future ingenuity now lay wide open with endless photographic possibilities waiting just over the horizon

The Reading EstablishmentAttributed to William Henry Fox Talbot (British 1800ndash1877)

Medium Salted paper prints from paper negatives

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Lola MontezSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

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Lemuel ShawSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

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Louis-Jacques-Mandeacute DaguerreJohn Jabez Edwin Mayall (British Oldham Lancashire 1813ndash1901 West Sussex)

Medium Albumen silver print from glass negative

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View Down Brattle Street from the Southworth amp Hawes Studio at 5 12 Tremont Row Boston

Southworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)Medium Daguerreotype

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Interview with Celebrity Photographer Jason Bell Having shot for publications like Vanity Fair Vogue photographed royals and had some of his work submitted into Britainrsquos National Portrait Gallery Jason Bell has cemented his place as one of the foremost portrait photographers of his generation He has published four books and received more accolades than we have room to mention In any case Jasonrsquos work is the gold-standard when it comes to peering past the face and into the soul of subject model or celebrity His work has fascinated us for some time so we interviewed him to learn more about his work and career

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INERVIEW

All images by and copyright of Jason Bell

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How did you become a photographer

I just always was I took pictures a lot as a child and then when I was at school I was given the keys to the school dark room which I remember finding a magical place It just carried on from there

You actually studied Politics Philosophy and Economics at Oxford and as of today you have photographed some of the most powerful individuals on earth from presidents to royals Is there a correlation there

I am a strong believer in researching the people I photograph so I think it helps that my education has given me an understanding of what some of them do

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What was it like to take the official christening photographs of Prince George

It was an honour to be asked Everyone kept telling me beforehand how nervous I would be and that I must be so stressed But I actually felt very relaxed throughout They gave me all the time I needed to prepare and were very friendly and relaxed I enjoyed it

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Many of your photos are part of the permanent collection of the National Portrait Gallery the United Kingdomrsquos official gallery for portraits of historical British people Your work is national history How does this feel

I try not to think of it in those terms but more about what I want to say about the person Irsquom photographing or what I can encourage them to reveal

Are there any portraits of yours in the National Portrait Gallery that stand out as favourites

My favourites tend to be favourites because they are people I have felt a particular connection with or even become friends with I try to do that with everyone I photograph but obviously it happens with some people more than others

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Yoursquove captured a lot of artists and entertainers as well What is it like photographing celebrities

I am lucky in that I photographed some famous people very early on in my career so I got used to it very quickly and it is not something that I find difficult to deal with at all now They are just people like everybody else and usually enjoy being treated as such

You did the movie posters for modern British classic like Billy Elliot and Love Actually How is shooting a movie poster different from capturing a portrait

It tends to be much more art directed so I have less freedom to just do what I want and have to follow a brief more carefully In those instances I try to follow that brief and then give them something in addition that they maybe didnrsquot know they wanted

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Have you ever photographed someone who had maybe been a role model of some kind for you or maybe just admired greatly

Yes - very early on in my career I was sent to Iceland to photograph Bjork I had been listening to that first album of hers all summer and so was a bit of a fan It actually kind of got in the way initially me being a fan and I had to get past that as quickly as possible to find the person I wanted to photograph

What was the most surreal moment you ever experienced during a photography shoot

I was shooting a campaign for the Royal Opera House of a Chinese opera singer called Liping Zhang in a beautiful area near the Mongolian border We were assured the weather would be OK since it was late spring but a freak snowstorm came through so we were all freezing and inappropriately dressed and we had to bundle her up in Chinese army coats to keep her warm and at the last moment there was so much snow we couldnrsquot even drive her to the spot where I wanted to photograph her so in order to get her there we had to rent a camel to put her on

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What advice would you give to amatuer photographers

Many of the students and amateurs who come to see me show me a little bit of everything That is unlikely to get you commissioned when you are starting out So I think itrsquos better to concentrate on one thing and do it very well at the beginning and then when that goes well you can branch out

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Bewitched by BlightA building in ruins hangs together by what seems like threads One of the upper floors sags precariously just inches above the head of a young woman who strolls absent-mindedly with a teddy-bear in hand It seems possible that at any moment the whole structure could come crashing down Lady Luck we presume

Danny Aguirre (danny-aguirre-142) is the PicsArtist responsible for this Photo of the Month entitled Lady Luck Aguirre edited this image to perfection transplanting a young lively and vibrant woman into a world of decay In this manner the photo speaks to us through contrast

Darkly lit ruins once full of life now sit forgotten surrounded by sick yellow skies The deteriorating building bears down on an unwary and carefree youth (Lady Luck) ambling at the mercy of its behemonth broken structure In this peculiar and eerie scene Aguirre captivates his audience while conveying the promise of the unexpected

In an ever-changing world Aguirre has captured the aesthetic beauty of a building that has passed its prime However in its old age the building has become something else entirely a peculiar and curious space open to imaginative interpretation This is perhaps the luck that the young lady pictured in the image and Aguirres audience have stumbled upon an unexpected opportunity to reflect on the present in light of the past Through his creative vision Aguirre allows us to study ourselves and the physical structures we leave behind for future generations

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A Photographerrsquos Guide to the US

The most unique shots in America and where to get them

Kelso San Dunes Mojave Desert

If yoursquore looking for a unique photography opportunity head for the Kelso Sand Dunes - mountainous piles of sand that seem to spring up from nowhere in the middle of the Mojave Desert The tallest dunes can rise up to 650 feet above the surrounding terrain In this setting a well-timed hike might allow you photograph the sunset from a phenomenal vantage point A couple words of caution be sure to take a flashlight in order to get back to your car and never go alone

If you donrsquot make it to the sand dunes dont despair The spectacular darkness of the Mojave desert translates into spectacular nighttime photography With almost no ambient light (apart from the stars and the vague glow over the horizon coming from Las Vegas) the Mojave is the perfect place to experiment with time lapse night shots and double exposures This is a surefire way to snap some fantastic shots

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The Redwood Forests California

If you drive down the west coast of California on Route 1 yoursquoll suddenly find yourself in a magical landscape of trees so tall that you feel like a tiny critter The redwood forests in California are truly a sight to behold and the deep ochre of the tree barks is spectacular to see

Driving through this area is fantastic but make sure that you park up and go exploring with your camera This is one of the best places for nature photography The way the light streams through the canopy in the late afternoon is nothing short of breathtaking a must see for every photographer

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Tucson Arizona

Tucson may not seem like a photographerrsquos haven and if you visit in July when the temperatures soar to over 100 degrees Fahrenheit it certainly wonrsquot feel like it either However the landscape of this often-forgotten city makes for some truly breathtaking sunsets and sunrises where flat land gives way to gorgeous mountains ensconced by sunlight

If you visit Tucson youll also find that it is an unlikely hotbed of culture and art With a history that goes back much further than many of its neighbors in the south west Tucson boasts remarkable architecture historic neighborhoods and museums not to mention the Mission San Xavier del Bac an 18th-century mission that is still functioning Whats more the city has a distinctly Western flavor in light of pervasive Native American and Mexican influences After the sun goes down yoursquoll also find art events and bars alive with music and bonding in a comfy college-town atmosphere which means that you can capture some great shots of people simply being themselves

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DIY Wall Decorations for Kids Room

Artists start young so here we want to show how you can nurture art into a child by decorating his room so he starts seeing and valuing creativity from his early days

This DIY tutorial is so easy to do that if you have elder children you can involve them in the process of making these awsome wall hangings Make a collage in minutes that will be an impressive surprise for everyone and give you a proud piece of original artwork to hang on the wall in your kids room

For this project yoursquoll need a color printer markers scissors glue 2 pieces of ordinary cardboard and 4 equal-sized colorfull cardboards or canvas

Step 1 PrintFind some awesome characters online by either browsing clipart in the PicsArt Shop or googling cartoon images Also print out some basic colors or patterns to cut into shapes If you dont like the color of your background cardboards or canvases you can either color them with paint or print out patterns to make your backgrounds more colorful

Step 2 CutCut out your characters carefully and glue them on cardboard Now cut out the cardboard in the shape of your characters Be sure to cut out shapes for the scenery of your collage like clouds and trees There is no need to glue them on an additional cardboard if you do not want to make them look 3D

Step 3 Create 3D ElementsIdentify some parts of the animals you want to highlight like tails eyes or ears Cut out two of those parts from cardboard and glue one over the other so that the one with patterns stays on top

Step 4 GlueGlue your shapes onto 4 pieces of cardboard Start with the scenery (trees and clouds) then glue on your characters then glue on their cool colored double-layered body parts to make them stand out As a result you will have 3D-like animals or any other items you want

Step 6 Draw Parts and Write MessagesYou can draw some fine elements into your collage using ordinary colorful markers You can also write a message on your collage with a marker Your creations are now ready to make your child smile

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Danielrsquos Twisted Animal Crime LineupGreat artists know how to turn heads with their art and that is certainly the case with PicsArtist of the Month Daniel (n3cr0n0m1c0n) However when he turns heads he turns them into something else Daniel has recently unveiled a series of photos that replace the head of a human body with various animal heads - the only exception being an awesome Star Wars stormtrooper helmet

In each photo of the series Daniels body dons a different head Nevertheless he is shown wearing the same clothes - a leather jacket with a zipper that runs diagonally across his torso into the side of his collar The thing about Danielrsquos photos is that the details of their construction work really well together to create a dark artistic vision with grungy undertones

Despite this odd synergy each photo is posed with a nonchalance that seems to undermine the strangeness of it all every shot displaying the emotional expression of a criminal lineup or mugshot The body takes on a neutral stance and the animal heads stare with vacant expressions as if silently counting the seconds for the camera shutter to click so they can walk off and do something else The overall emotional effect is weird uneasy slightly comic and extremely captivating

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Autofocus Techniques

Most DSLR cameras feature continuous focusing also known as AI Servo This mode will allow you to track moving subjects Keep your center focusing point over the aircraft with your shutter held halfway down As you follow the plane through your viewfinder the camera will automatically adjust the focus as the aircraft gets closer When you are ready to make an image simply press the shutter all the way down Air Show organizers often arrange photo passes where the pilot flies at a reduced speed Donrsquot get too comfortable though they return to full speed after just a few slow turns

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The Peak of Action

Smoke trails and afterburner effects are great additions to an aviation image Be ready for them as they happen quickly The trails of white smoke are actually created by pumping oil into the exhaust pipe This is particularly interesting when used by an entire formation of planes The patterns of smoke can be used to make for a more artistic composition In addition it adds a bit of contrast to the otherwise plain blue sky I also look to capture the interaction between two planes When pilots are flying side by side with their wings nearly touching a great deal of tension is introduced to the photo By freezing this moment in time you are also showcasing the precision and skill of the daring pilots

Enough Memory

With all of this fast-paced action you will likely burn through many memory cards rapidly I used to bring a portable hard drive with me and download the contents of the card while continuing to shoot This is no longer necessary as large capacity cards of 32GB are now very reasonably priced I like to shoot in RAW format whenever possible However if you are short on memory cards you may want to consider shooting in the LargeFine JPEG format This will allow you to fit more images on the card than RAW

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Capture The Local Color

For an up close look at some of these aircrafts check with your local airport or military base for static displays From the ground you can get a much better look at details like the paint scheme and propellers Depending on the venue you may even be able to climb inside the cockpit Since you will be very close a wide angle lens is the preferred choice here Walk around the entire plane to search for the best angle and create a strong composition

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Capture The Local Color

During the brief pauses in action turn your lens towards the people around you Spectators can often yield some interesting images Maybe its time for a quick selfie as well Pay special attention to any signs that may show the events name These can be used to start and end your gallery of images

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Creative Edits A City on a Back of an AnimalThe PicsArt editor makes really cool editing tricks easily available to anyone who has the will and imagination You can create some really amazing surreal images with PicsArt and to show you what we mean we have created a tutorial on how to raise an entire city on the back of an animal by combining photos and applying effects This tutorial also introduces users to our recently added feature for Android devices which lets users create their own custom clipart Follow these simple steps to become a photo wizard with PicsArt

TUTORIAL Editing

Step 1 Open Your Photo

Upload an animal photo from the Photo section of the main menu Make sure that your photo features a brightly lit animal in front of a dark background

Step 2 Apply the Cinerama Effect to the Main Photo

Select the Effects icon and choose the Cinerama effect from the Fx section of the Effects menu Save and confirm with checkmark

Step 3 Add a New Photo

Select the Add Photo icon and add a photo of the city you want to place on the back of the animal

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Step 4 Apply the Cinerama Effect

Select the top left icon (the Effect icon) from the menu that appears after you add a photo Apply the Cinerama effect just like you did with your main photo

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Step 5 Cut and Create Clipart

Select the Scissors icon from the top menu (ie the Free Crop option) Choose the Lasso option by clicking on the Brush icon Use the lasso to cut out the skyline of your city from the background Press the Save as Clipart button at the top of the screen to save your selection as a clipart image This will save your selection in My Clipart section allowing you to reuse it on any image whenever you need it

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Step 6 Place and Blend the Image

Adjust the size of your city and place it on the back of the animal Select and apply the Lighten blending mode from the menu

below Confirm the changes you have made

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Step 7 Shape Masks

Select the Shape Mask icon and choose a shape to frame your photo Reduce the opacity to around 30 to go with your shot Confirm and save your creation

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How to Draw Amazing Anime

Step by Step Tutorial

Anime has a unique style that has garnered global popularity even fanaticism This tutorial demonstrates how to make your very own anime using PicsArt Drawing Tools and your smart device

See how PicsArt Drawing Tools make drawing fun and easy and use this step by step tutorial to create your very own anime Who knows Maybe one day your anime will become the main character for your own cartoon or comics

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Step 1 Draw the Basic Outline

Draw a basic outline of your anime character using simple strokes in a light blue color so that you will be able to distinguish it from other outlines later on

Step 2 Refine your Outline

Add a new layer and use your previous layer as a guide to draw a more precise outline Delete the layer with the blue outline when finished

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Step 4 Add Color

Use thick colorful brushes to add the basic first layer of colors to your drawing

Step 3 Final Outline

Reduce the opacity and add a new layer for your final outline Trace a final outline using clean and deliberate strokes Make sure you get all of your details exactly right and correct previous mistakes Delete or hide previous outline layer when done

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Step 5 Add Shading

Add a new layer and outline the areas of your drawing you would like to shade Color this outline in black when you are ready

Step 6 Background Color

Reduce the opacity of your shade layer for a more subtle shade Use brighter tones to add lighting and reflection in your drawing Finish your drawing by using a translucent brush to add shading and texture to your background This creates ambiance and gives your anime character that final touch of realism it needs

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Design a Postcard that Encapsulates Summer VacationPicsArt has everything you need to create the perfect postcard using your summer photos With the right combination of masks texts and clipart you can create a professional card that perfectly captures the feelings and images of your fondest summer vacation memories

With this tutorial wersquoll show you an example of how to create a postcard step by step Yoursquoll be surprised at how easy it is to make something look so good in five easy steps

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Step 1 Upload a PhotoUpload a photo from the edit section of the main menu

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Step 2 Add Shape MaskSelect the Shape Mask icon from the menu bar and choose a shape mask that fits your photo best Customize the color size and opacity of the mask

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Step 3 2nd Shape MaskAdd a second Shape Mask with the same color and opacity as your previous one Reverse the mask by checking the box next to Inverse at the bottom right corner

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Step 4 Add TextPress the Text icon to add text to your postcard Add your text line by line to experiment with different fonts sizes and colors

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Step 5 Add ClipartPress the Clipart icon and choose clipart images to add that go with the theme of your postcard Customize the size and color to complete your postcard

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PicsArtist Roxyrsquos Visceral Mobile ArtThe series of abstract portraits created by PicsArtist Roxy HArt (roxyhart) are gripping Not only is her artwork raw and emotionally charged but it is rendered in a unique artistic fashion - all on her mobile phone

At times Roxy mixes her drawings with photography blending the two togehter with a variety of brush strokes and textures Roxy does not hold back when she faces inner anguish as an artist but rather injects this emotion into her work

Nevertheless some of her portraits are less jarring possessing a softer more poetic touch In these portraits her frustration gives way to melancholy as she tones down stark reds and peppers her portraits with faded yellows purples and blues

Not long ago terms like ldquomobile artrdquo were easily dismissed by the fine art mainstream but PicsArtists like Roxy prove that a tablet or smartphone can be just as powerful as a canvas and paintbrush The following collection of portraits by Roxy illustrate that even without the traditional tools mobile artwork retains emotion and authenticity

INSPIRATION Drawing

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WHATS NEW

PicsArtrsquos Exciting New Features for iOS and Android Devices

PicsArt recently released some exciting updates for Android and iOS Most of the new features were available for both platforms but they had their slight differences

The update included two new effects Dodger and Vintage Ivory The former softens your photo with pale colors and ambient lighting while the latter is inspired by vintage color palettes and resolutions but with a new whiter and brighter twist

PicsArt also gave users the ability to customize the colors of PicsArt Masks with a new Hue slider Shape masks offer the opportunity to choose from a variety of shapes to overlay on your photos and they have been made even better recently - by adding the option to customize them by texture in addition to the previously available color and opacity

For a quick fix and speedy share of an image we introduced the Auto Enhance tool which automatically brings you the basic best version of your image while still allowing you to customize in small ways

In addition to these commonly shared updates the two platforms have some differences as well iOS users can now customize their collages by adjusting the inner borders and can choose from a whole new variety of pre-made grids iOS users will also be excited about our updates in the Social Network as written tags and usernames written out in comments or photo descriptions now automatically become links to what they are referencing This will make it easier for users to discover each other as well as trending tags

Donrsquot worry Android users you have some cool stuff too We know that photo stealing has become an issue in our network so we have removed the save option for photos Now only photos that have freetoedit tag can be saved and reused by others If you do not tag your miages with that tag no one will be able to save them We hope that this will help prevent photo theft and preserve the artistic rights of our creative userbase

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A Brief Introduction to Photo History

Although photography as we know it is among the youngest of the major art forms its history can be traced back to ancient times Chinese philosopher Mo-Zi discussed the principles of a camera obscura in the 4th or 5th century BCE For two thousand years it was known as a small dark room (or box) with a tiny hole in one wall through which light shone and projected an inverted image

During the late 1500s Giambattista della Portia perfected its design by adding a convex lens to the hole making a sharper more detailed image Camera obscuras allowed artists to trace a scene in ink for a more faithful reproduction

The Early Days of Image Processing

The 18th and 19th centuries saw a multitude of methods for image processing and creation In 1727 Johann Schulze mixed chalk silver and nitric acid - a very early photosensitive compound - noting that one side of the flask darkened when exposed to sunlight In 1816 Joseph Niceacutephore Nieacutepce created the worlds first photograph by coating a metal plate in a silver chloride solution and exposing it to light for 8 hours However he did not discover a way of permanently fixing

the image for another decadeWilliam Henry Fox Talbot applied Nieacutepces recipe to paper in 1834 fixing the images with a salt solution and eventually patenting the first paper negative as the ldquoCalotyperdquo in 1841

Meanwhile Louis Daguerre was creating the Daguerrotype by coating copper sheets in silver iodide creating a metal negative which he developed in a solution of mercury These two inventions lead to the creation of photography To that end on August 19 1839 the French government publicly acknowledged the invention of photography

The first glass negative was made by Frederick Scott Archer in 1851 using a wet plate collodion process During the 1850s the tintype photograph emerged this made the negative image appear positive by exposing it onto a dark-coloured metal sheet coated with collodion which made the shadows appear light and the highlights dark

In 1861 James Clerk-Maxwell realized that he could photograph a scene three times through a red blue and green filter and project the images on top of each other to create a full-colour image

Finally in 1871 Richard Leach Maddox suspended the silver solution in gelatin creating the dry emulsion which sent photography skyrocketing It was applied first to glass negatives but would later find its way onto the thin plastic film that made photography possible for the public at large

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The Photographic Boom

By 1878 glass plate negatives were being manufactured commercially and in 1880 George Eastman opened what would become the Eastman-Kodak company Within ten years he was producing roll film and in 1900 released the first personal camera the Kodak Brownie In 1907 the Lumiegravere Brothers released the first commercial colour film

Oscar Barnack working for Leitz microscopes pushed camera invention forward in 1914 with the first 35mm camera which was improved upon and released in 1924 as the first Leica camera 1936 saw the introduction of the modern SLR (single-lens reflex camera) as well as the legendary Kodachrome film which finally made colour photography popular Polaroid would release instant black-and-white film in 1948 followed by the colour version in 1963

Students from the Emerson School for GirlsSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

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Unidentified Woman in Nine Oval ViewsSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

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The Digital Takeover

The first digital camera was invented in 1975 by Steve Sasson of Kodak using CCD sensor technology invented by Willard Boyle and George Smith in 1969 The birth of auto focus came with Minoltas Maxxum in 1985 paving the way for the worlds first commercially-available digital SLR ndash Kodaks 13 megapixel DCS-100 which sold in 1991 for $30000 USD Eight years later Nikon would wrestle away Kodaks dominance of the photo industry with the release of the D1 a 27MP model which went for a comparatively modest $6000

In 2003 Canon released the Digital Rebel the first consumer-level DSLR with a price tag under $1000 followed two years later by the first full-frame digital camera the 5D

Adobe hopped on the digital wave with the creation of Photoshop in 1990

A decade later the first camera phone was developed by Sharp in the early years of the new millennium Kodak ceased all production of film cameras in 2004 and even though the variety has been pared down they continue to produce film for the die-hard analog market

In the past ten years the major camera companies have focused their research and development almost entirely on improving their digital technology which has now begun to plateau The possibilities for future ingenuity now lay wide open with endless photographic possibilities waiting just over the horizon

The Reading EstablishmentAttributed to William Henry Fox Talbot (British 1800ndash1877)

Medium Salted paper prints from paper negatives

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Lola MontezSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

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Lemuel ShawSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

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Louis-Jacques-Mandeacute DaguerreJohn Jabez Edwin Mayall (British Oldham Lancashire 1813ndash1901 West Sussex)

Medium Albumen silver print from glass negative

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View Down Brattle Street from the Southworth amp Hawes Studio at 5 12 Tremont Row Boston

Southworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)Medium Daguerreotype

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Interview with Celebrity Photographer Jason Bell Having shot for publications like Vanity Fair Vogue photographed royals and had some of his work submitted into Britainrsquos National Portrait Gallery Jason Bell has cemented his place as one of the foremost portrait photographers of his generation He has published four books and received more accolades than we have room to mention In any case Jasonrsquos work is the gold-standard when it comes to peering past the face and into the soul of subject model or celebrity His work has fascinated us for some time so we interviewed him to learn more about his work and career

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INERVIEW

All images by and copyright of Jason Bell

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How did you become a photographer

I just always was I took pictures a lot as a child and then when I was at school I was given the keys to the school dark room which I remember finding a magical place It just carried on from there

You actually studied Politics Philosophy and Economics at Oxford and as of today you have photographed some of the most powerful individuals on earth from presidents to royals Is there a correlation there

I am a strong believer in researching the people I photograph so I think it helps that my education has given me an understanding of what some of them do

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What was it like to take the official christening photographs of Prince George

It was an honour to be asked Everyone kept telling me beforehand how nervous I would be and that I must be so stressed But I actually felt very relaxed throughout They gave me all the time I needed to prepare and were very friendly and relaxed I enjoyed it

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Many of your photos are part of the permanent collection of the National Portrait Gallery the United Kingdomrsquos official gallery for portraits of historical British people Your work is national history How does this feel

I try not to think of it in those terms but more about what I want to say about the person Irsquom photographing or what I can encourage them to reveal

Are there any portraits of yours in the National Portrait Gallery that stand out as favourites

My favourites tend to be favourites because they are people I have felt a particular connection with or even become friends with I try to do that with everyone I photograph but obviously it happens with some people more than others

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Yoursquove captured a lot of artists and entertainers as well What is it like photographing celebrities

I am lucky in that I photographed some famous people very early on in my career so I got used to it very quickly and it is not something that I find difficult to deal with at all now They are just people like everybody else and usually enjoy being treated as such

You did the movie posters for modern British classic like Billy Elliot and Love Actually How is shooting a movie poster different from capturing a portrait

It tends to be much more art directed so I have less freedom to just do what I want and have to follow a brief more carefully In those instances I try to follow that brief and then give them something in addition that they maybe didnrsquot know they wanted

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Have you ever photographed someone who had maybe been a role model of some kind for you or maybe just admired greatly

Yes - very early on in my career I was sent to Iceland to photograph Bjork I had been listening to that first album of hers all summer and so was a bit of a fan It actually kind of got in the way initially me being a fan and I had to get past that as quickly as possible to find the person I wanted to photograph

What was the most surreal moment you ever experienced during a photography shoot

I was shooting a campaign for the Royal Opera House of a Chinese opera singer called Liping Zhang in a beautiful area near the Mongolian border We were assured the weather would be OK since it was late spring but a freak snowstorm came through so we were all freezing and inappropriately dressed and we had to bundle her up in Chinese army coats to keep her warm and at the last moment there was so much snow we couldnrsquot even drive her to the spot where I wanted to photograph her so in order to get her there we had to rent a camel to put her on

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What advice would you give to amatuer photographers

Many of the students and amateurs who come to see me show me a little bit of everything That is unlikely to get you commissioned when you are starting out So I think itrsquos better to concentrate on one thing and do it very well at the beginning and then when that goes well you can branch out

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Bewitched by BlightA building in ruins hangs together by what seems like threads One of the upper floors sags precariously just inches above the head of a young woman who strolls absent-mindedly with a teddy-bear in hand It seems possible that at any moment the whole structure could come crashing down Lady Luck we presume

Danny Aguirre (danny-aguirre-142) is the PicsArtist responsible for this Photo of the Month entitled Lady Luck Aguirre edited this image to perfection transplanting a young lively and vibrant woman into a world of decay In this manner the photo speaks to us through contrast

Darkly lit ruins once full of life now sit forgotten surrounded by sick yellow skies The deteriorating building bears down on an unwary and carefree youth (Lady Luck) ambling at the mercy of its behemonth broken structure In this peculiar and eerie scene Aguirre captivates his audience while conveying the promise of the unexpected

In an ever-changing world Aguirre has captured the aesthetic beauty of a building that has passed its prime However in its old age the building has become something else entirely a peculiar and curious space open to imaginative interpretation This is perhaps the luck that the young lady pictured in the image and Aguirres audience have stumbled upon an unexpected opportunity to reflect on the present in light of the past Through his creative vision Aguirre allows us to study ourselves and the physical structures we leave behind for future generations

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A Photographerrsquos Guide to the US

The most unique shots in America and where to get them

Kelso San Dunes Mojave Desert

If yoursquore looking for a unique photography opportunity head for the Kelso Sand Dunes - mountainous piles of sand that seem to spring up from nowhere in the middle of the Mojave Desert The tallest dunes can rise up to 650 feet above the surrounding terrain In this setting a well-timed hike might allow you photograph the sunset from a phenomenal vantage point A couple words of caution be sure to take a flashlight in order to get back to your car and never go alone

If you donrsquot make it to the sand dunes dont despair The spectacular darkness of the Mojave desert translates into spectacular nighttime photography With almost no ambient light (apart from the stars and the vague glow over the horizon coming from Las Vegas) the Mojave is the perfect place to experiment with time lapse night shots and double exposures This is a surefire way to snap some fantastic shots

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The Redwood Forests California

If you drive down the west coast of California on Route 1 yoursquoll suddenly find yourself in a magical landscape of trees so tall that you feel like a tiny critter The redwood forests in California are truly a sight to behold and the deep ochre of the tree barks is spectacular to see

Driving through this area is fantastic but make sure that you park up and go exploring with your camera This is one of the best places for nature photography The way the light streams through the canopy in the late afternoon is nothing short of breathtaking a must see for every photographer

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Tucson Arizona

Tucson may not seem like a photographerrsquos haven and if you visit in July when the temperatures soar to over 100 degrees Fahrenheit it certainly wonrsquot feel like it either However the landscape of this often-forgotten city makes for some truly breathtaking sunsets and sunrises where flat land gives way to gorgeous mountains ensconced by sunlight

If you visit Tucson youll also find that it is an unlikely hotbed of culture and art With a history that goes back much further than many of its neighbors in the south west Tucson boasts remarkable architecture historic neighborhoods and museums not to mention the Mission San Xavier del Bac an 18th-century mission that is still functioning Whats more the city has a distinctly Western flavor in light of pervasive Native American and Mexican influences After the sun goes down yoursquoll also find art events and bars alive with music and bonding in a comfy college-town atmosphere which means that you can capture some great shots of people simply being themselves

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DIY Wall Decorations for Kids Room

Artists start young so here we want to show how you can nurture art into a child by decorating his room so he starts seeing and valuing creativity from his early days

This DIY tutorial is so easy to do that if you have elder children you can involve them in the process of making these awsome wall hangings Make a collage in minutes that will be an impressive surprise for everyone and give you a proud piece of original artwork to hang on the wall in your kids room

For this project yoursquoll need a color printer markers scissors glue 2 pieces of ordinary cardboard and 4 equal-sized colorfull cardboards or canvas

Step 1 PrintFind some awesome characters online by either browsing clipart in the PicsArt Shop or googling cartoon images Also print out some basic colors or patterns to cut into shapes If you dont like the color of your background cardboards or canvases you can either color them with paint or print out patterns to make your backgrounds more colorful

Step 2 CutCut out your characters carefully and glue them on cardboard Now cut out the cardboard in the shape of your characters Be sure to cut out shapes for the scenery of your collage like clouds and trees There is no need to glue them on an additional cardboard if you do not want to make them look 3D

Step 3 Create 3D ElementsIdentify some parts of the animals you want to highlight like tails eyes or ears Cut out two of those parts from cardboard and glue one over the other so that the one with patterns stays on top

Step 4 GlueGlue your shapes onto 4 pieces of cardboard Start with the scenery (trees and clouds) then glue on your characters then glue on their cool colored double-layered body parts to make them stand out As a result you will have 3D-like animals or any other items you want

Step 6 Draw Parts and Write MessagesYou can draw some fine elements into your collage using ordinary colorful markers You can also write a message on your collage with a marker Your creations are now ready to make your child smile

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Danielrsquos Twisted Animal Crime LineupGreat artists know how to turn heads with their art and that is certainly the case with PicsArtist of the Month Daniel (n3cr0n0m1c0n) However when he turns heads he turns them into something else Daniel has recently unveiled a series of photos that replace the head of a human body with various animal heads - the only exception being an awesome Star Wars stormtrooper helmet

In each photo of the series Daniels body dons a different head Nevertheless he is shown wearing the same clothes - a leather jacket with a zipper that runs diagonally across his torso into the side of his collar The thing about Danielrsquos photos is that the details of their construction work really well together to create a dark artistic vision with grungy undertones

Despite this odd synergy each photo is posed with a nonchalance that seems to undermine the strangeness of it all every shot displaying the emotional expression of a criminal lineup or mugshot The body takes on a neutral stance and the animal heads stare with vacant expressions as if silently counting the seconds for the camera shutter to click so they can walk off and do something else The overall emotional effect is weird uneasy slightly comic and extremely captivating

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The Peak of Action

Smoke trails and afterburner effects are great additions to an aviation image Be ready for them as they happen quickly The trails of white smoke are actually created by pumping oil into the exhaust pipe This is particularly interesting when used by an entire formation of planes The patterns of smoke can be used to make for a more artistic composition In addition it adds a bit of contrast to the otherwise plain blue sky I also look to capture the interaction between two planes When pilots are flying side by side with their wings nearly touching a great deal of tension is introduced to the photo By freezing this moment in time you are also showcasing the precision and skill of the daring pilots

Enough Memory

With all of this fast-paced action you will likely burn through many memory cards rapidly I used to bring a portable hard drive with me and download the contents of the card while continuing to shoot This is no longer necessary as large capacity cards of 32GB are now very reasonably priced I like to shoot in RAW format whenever possible However if you are short on memory cards you may want to consider shooting in the LargeFine JPEG format This will allow you to fit more images on the card than RAW

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Capture The Local Color

For an up close look at some of these aircrafts check with your local airport or military base for static displays From the ground you can get a much better look at details like the paint scheme and propellers Depending on the venue you may even be able to climb inside the cockpit Since you will be very close a wide angle lens is the preferred choice here Walk around the entire plane to search for the best angle and create a strong composition

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Capture The Local Color

During the brief pauses in action turn your lens towards the people around you Spectators can often yield some interesting images Maybe its time for a quick selfie as well Pay special attention to any signs that may show the events name These can be used to start and end your gallery of images

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Creative Edits A City on a Back of an AnimalThe PicsArt editor makes really cool editing tricks easily available to anyone who has the will and imagination You can create some really amazing surreal images with PicsArt and to show you what we mean we have created a tutorial on how to raise an entire city on the back of an animal by combining photos and applying effects This tutorial also introduces users to our recently added feature for Android devices which lets users create their own custom clipart Follow these simple steps to become a photo wizard with PicsArt

TUTORIAL Editing

Step 1 Open Your Photo

Upload an animal photo from the Photo section of the main menu Make sure that your photo features a brightly lit animal in front of a dark background

Step 2 Apply the Cinerama Effect to the Main Photo

Select the Effects icon and choose the Cinerama effect from the Fx section of the Effects menu Save and confirm with checkmark

Step 3 Add a New Photo

Select the Add Photo icon and add a photo of the city you want to place on the back of the animal

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Step 4 Apply the Cinerama Effect

Select the top left icon (the Effect icon) from the menu that appears after you add a photo Apply the Cinerama effect just like you did with your main photo

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Step 5 Cut and Create Clipart

Select the Scissors icon from the top menu (ie the Free Crop option) Choose the Lasso option by clicking on the Brush icon Use the lasso to cut out the skyline of your city from the background Press the Save as Clipart button at the top of the screen to save your selection as a clipart image This will save your selection in My Clipart section allowing you to reuse it on any image whenever you need it

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Step 6 Place and Blend the Image

Adjust the size of your city and place it on the back of the animal Select and apply the Lighten blending mode from the menu

below Confirm the changes you have made

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Step 7 Shape Masks

Select the Shape Mask icon and choose a shape to frame your photo Reduce the opacity to around 30 to go with your shot Confirm and save your creation

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How to Draw Amazing Anime

Step by Step Tutorial

Anime has a unique style that has garnered global popularity even fanaticism This tutorial demonstrates how to make your very own anime using PicsArt Drawing Tools and your smart device

See how PicsArt Drawing Tools make drawing fun and easy and use this step by step tutorial to create your very own anime Who knows Maybe one day your anime will become the main character for your own cartoon or comics

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Step 1 Draw the Basic Outline

Draw a basic outline of your anime character using simple strokes in a light blue color so that you will be able to distinguish it from other outlines later on

Step 2 Refine your Outline

Add a new layer and use your previous layer as a guide to draw a more precise outline Delete the layer with the blue outline when finished

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Step 4 Add Color

Use thick colorful brushes to add the basic first layer of colors to your drawing

Step 3 Final Outline

Reduce the opacity and add a new layer for your final outline Trace a final outline using clean and deliberate strokes Make sure you get all of your details exactly right and correct previous mistakes Delete or hide previous outline layer when done

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Step 5 Add Shading

Add a new layer and outline the areas of your drawing you would like to shade Color this outline in black when you are ready

Step 6 Background Color

Reduce the opacity of your shade layer for a more subtle shade Use brighter tones to add lighting and reflection in your drawing Finish your drawing by using a translucent brush to add shading and texture to your background This creates ambiance and gives your anime character that final touch of realism it needs

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Design a Postcard that Encapsulates Summer VacationPicsArt has everything you need to create the perfect postcard using your summer photos With the right combination of masks texts and clipart you can create a professional card that perfectly captures the feelings and images of your fondest summer vacation memories

With this tutorial wersquoll show you an example of how to create a postcard step by step Yoursquoll be surprised at how easy it is to make something look so good in five easy steps

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Step 1 Upload a PhotoUpload a photo from the edit section of the main menu

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Step 2 Add Shape MaskSelect the Shape Mask icon from the menu bar and choose a shape mask that fits your photo best Customize the color size and opacity of the mask

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Step 3 2nd Shape MaskAdd a second Shape Mask with the same color and opacity as your previous one Reverse the mask by checking the box next to Inverse at the bottom right corner

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Step 4 Add TextPress the Text icon to add text to your postcard Add your text line by line to experiment with different fonts sizes and colors

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Step 5 Add ClipartPress the Clipart icon and choose clipart images to add that go with the theme of your postcard Customize the size and color to complete your postcard

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PicsArtist Roxyrsquos Visceral Mobile ArtThe series of abstract portraits created by PicsArtist Roxy HArt (roxyhart) are gripping Not only is her artwork raw and emotionally charged but it is rendered in a unique artistic fashion - all on her mobile phone

At times Roxy mixes her drawings with photography blending the two togehter with a variety of brush strokes and textures Roxy does not hold back when she faces inner anguish as an artist but rather injects this emotion into her work

Nevertheless some of her portraits are less jarring possessing a softer more poetic touch In these portraits her frustration gives way to melancholy as she tones down stark reds and peppers her portraits with faded yellows purples and blues

Not long ago terms like ldquomobile artrdquo were easily dismissed by the fine art mainstream but PicsArtists like Roxy prove that a tablet or smartphone can be just as powerful as a canvas and paintbrush The following collection of portraits by Roxy illustrate that even without the traditional tools mobile artwork retains emotion and authenticity

INSPIRATION Drawing

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WHATS NEW

PicsArtrsquos Exciting New Features for iOS and Android Devices

PicsArt recently released some exciting updates for Android and iOS Most of the new features were available for both platforms but they had their slight differences

The update included two new effects Dodger and Vintage Ivory The former softens your photo with pale colors and ambient lighting while the latter is inspired by vintage color palettes and resolutions but with a new whiter and brighter twist

PicsArt also gave users the ability to customize the colors of PicsArt Masks with a new Hue slider Shape masks offer the opportunity to choose from a variety of shapes to overlay on your photos and they have been made even better recently - by adding the option to customize them by texture in addition to the previously available color and opacity

For a quick fix and speedy share of an image we introduced the Auto Enhance tool which automatically brings you the basic best version of your image while still allowing you to customize in small ways

In addition to these commonly shared updates the two platforms have some differences as well iOS users can now customize their collages by adjusting the inner borders and can choose from a whole new variety of pre-made grids iOS users will also be excited about our updates in the Social Network as written tags and usernames written out in comments or photo descriptions now automatically become links to what they are referencing This will make it easier for users to discover each other as well as trending tags

Donrsquot worry Android users you have some cool stuff too We know that photo stealing has become an issue in our network so we have removed the save option for photos Now only photos that have freetoedit tag can be saved and reused by others If you do not tag your miages with that tag no one will be able to save them We hope that this will help prevent photo theft and preserve the artistic rights of our creative userbase

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A Brief Introduction to Photo History

Although photography as we know it is among the youngest of the major art forms its history can be traced back to ancient times Chinese philosopher Mo-Zi discussed the principles of a camera obscura in the 4th or 5th century BCE For two thousand years it was known as a small dark room (or box) with a tiny hole in one wall through which light shone and projected an inverted image

During the late 1500s Giambattista della Portia perfected its design by adding a convex lens to the hole making a sharper more detailed image Camera obscuras allowed artists to trace a scene in ink for a more faithful reproduction

The Early Days of Image Processing

The 18th and 19th centuries saw a multitude of methods for image processing and creation In 1727 Johann Schulze mixed chalk silver and nitric acid - a very early photosensitive compound - noting that one side of the flask darkened when exposed to sunlight In 1816 Joseph Niceacutephore Nieacutepce created the worlds first photograph by coating a metal plate in a silver chloride solution and exposing it to light for 8 hours However he did not discover a way of permanently fixing

the image for another decadeWilliam Henry Fox Talbot applied Nieacutepces recipe to paper in 1834 fixing the images with a salt solution and eventually patenting the first paper negative as the ldquoCalotyperdquo in 1841

Meanwhile Louis Daguerre was creating the Daguerrotype by coating copper sheets in silver iodide creating a metal negative which he developed in a solution of mercury These two inventions lead to the creation of photography To that end on August 19 1839 the French government publicly acknowledged the invention of photography

The first glass negative was made by Frederick Scott Archer in 1851 using a wet plate collodion process During the 1850s the tintype photograph emerged this made the negative image appear positive by exposing it onto a dark-coloured metal sheet coated with collodion which made the shadows appear light and the highlights dark

In 1861 James Clerk-Maxwell realized that he could photograph a scene three times through a red blue and green filter and project the images on top of each other to create a full-colour image

Finally in 1871 Richard Leach Maddox suspended the silver solution in gelatin creating the dry emulsion which sent photography skyrocketing It was applied first to glass negatives but would later find its way onto the thin plastic film that made photography possible for the public at large

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The Photographic Boom

By 1878 glass plate negatives were being manufactured commercially and in 1880 George Eastman opened what would become the Eastman-Kodak company Within ten years he was producing roll film and in 1900 released the first personal camera the Kodak Brownie In 1907 the Lumiegravere Brothers released the first commercial colour film

Oscar Barnack working for Leitz microscopes pushed camera invention forward in 1914 with the first 35mm camera which was improved upon and released in 1924 as the first Leica camera 1936 saw the introduction of the modern SLR (single-lens reflex camera) as well as the legendary Kodachrome film which finally made colour photography popular Polaroid would release instant black-and-white film in 1948 followed by the colour version in 1963

Students from the Emerson School for GirlsSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

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Unidentified Woman in Nine Oval ViewsSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

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The Digital Takeover

The first digital camera was invented in 1975 by Steve Sasson of Kodak using CCD sensor technology invented by Willard Boyle and George Smith in 1969 The birth of auto focus came with Minoltas Maxxum in 1985 paving the way for the worlds first commercially-available digital SLR ndash Kodaks 13 megapixel DCS-100 which sold in 1991 for $30000 USD Eight years later Nikon would wrestle away Kodaks dominance of the photo industry with the release of the D1 a 27MP model which went for a comparatively modest $6000

In 2003 Canon released the Digital Rebel the first consumer-level DSLR with a price tag under $1000 followed two years later by the first full-frame digital camera the 5D

Adobe hopped on the digital wave with the creation of Photoshop in 1990

A decade later the first camera phone was developed by Sharp in the early years of the new millennium Kodak ceased all production of film cameras in 2004 and even though the variety has been pared down they continue to produce film for the die-hard analog market

In the past ten years the major camera companies have focused their research and development almost entirely on improving their digital technology which has now begun to plateau The possibilities for future ingenuity now lay wide open with endless photographic possibilities waiting just over the horizon

The Reading EstablishmentAttributed to William Henry Fox Talbot (British 1800ndash1877)

Medium Salted paper prints from paper negatives

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Lola MontezSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

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Lemuel ShawSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

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Louis-Jacques-Mandeacute DaguerreJohn Jabez Edwin Mayall (British Oldham Lancashire 1813ndash1901 West Sussex)

Medium Albumen silver print from glass negative

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View Down Brattle Street from the Southworth amp Hawes Studio at 5 12 Tremont Row Boston

Southworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)Medium Daguerreotype

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Interview with Celebrity Photographer Jason Bell Having shot for publications like Vanity Fair Vogue photographed royals and had some of his work submitted into Britainrsquos National Portrait Gallery Jason Bell has cemented his place as one of the foremost portrait photographers of his generation He has published four books and received more accolades than we have room to mention In any case Jasonrsquos work is the gold-standard when it comes to peering past the face and into the soul of subject model or celebrity His work has fascinated us for some time so we interviewed him to learn more about his work and career

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INERVIEW

All images by and copyright of Jason Bell

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How did you become a photographer

I just always was I took pictures a lot as a child and then when I was at school I was given the keys to the school dark room which I remember finding a magical place It just carried on from there

You actually studied Politics Philosophy and Economics at Oxford and as of today you have photographed some of the most powerful individuals on earth from presidents to royals Is there a correlation there

I am a strong believer in researching the people I photograph so I think it helps that my education has given me an understanding of what some of them do

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What was it like to take the official christening photographs of Prince George

It was an honour to be asked Everyone kept telling me beforehand how nervous I would be and that I must be so stressed But I actually felt very relaxed throughout They gave me all the time I needed to prepare and were very friendly and relaxed I enjoyed it

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Many of your photos are part of the permanent collection of the National Portrait Gallery the United Kingdomrsquos official gallery for portraits of historical British people Your work is national history How does this feel

I try not to think of it in those terms but more about what I want to say about the person Irsquom photographing or what I can encourage them to reveal

Are there any portraits of yours in the National Portrait Gallery that stand out as favourites

My favourites tend to be favourites because they are people I have felt a particular connection with or even become friends with I try to do that with everyone I photograph but obviously it happens with some people more than others

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Yoursquove captured a lot of artists and entertainers as well What is it like photographing celebrities

I am lucky in that I photographed some famous people very early on in my career so I got used to it very quickly and it is not something that I find difficult to deal with at all now They are just people like everybody else and usually enjoy being treated as such

You did the movie posters for modern British classic like Billy Elliot and Love Actually How is shooting a movie poster different from capturing a portrait

It tends to be much more art directed so I have less freedom to just do what I want and have to follow a brief more carefully In those instances I try to follow that brief and then give them something in addition that they maybe didnrsquot know they wanted

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Have you ever photographed someone who had maybe been a role model of some kind for you or maybe just admired greatly

Yes - very early on in my career I was sent to Iceland to photograph Bjork I had been listening to that first album of hers all summer and so was a bit of a fan It actually kind of got in the way initially me being a fan and I had to get past that as quickly as possible to find the person I wanted to photograph

What was the most surreal moment you ever experienced during a photography shoot

I was shooting a campaign for the Royal Opera House of a Chinese opera singer called Liping Zhang in a beautiful area near the Mongolian border We were assured the weather would be OK since it was late spring but a freak snowstorm came through so we were all freezing and inappropriately dressed and we had to bundle her up in Chinese army coats to keep her warm and at the last moment there was so much snow we couldnrsquot even drive her to the spot where I wanted to photograph her so in order to get her there we had to rent a camel to put her on

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What advice would you give to amatuer photographers

Many of the students and amateurs who come to see me show me a little bit of everything That is unlikely to get you commissioned when you are starting out So I think itrsquos better to concentrate on one thing and do it very well at the beginning and then when that goes well you can branch out

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Bewitched by BlightA building in ruins hangs together by what seems like threads One of the upper floors sags precariously just inches above the head of a young woman who strolls absent-mindedly with a teddy-bear in hand It seems possible that at any moment the whole structure could come crashing down Lady Luck we presume

Danny Aguirre (danny-aguirre-142) is the PicsArtist responsible for this Photo of the Month entitled Lady Luck Aguirre edited this image to perfection transplanting a young lively and vibrant woman into a world of decay In this manner the photo speaks to us through contrast

Darkly lit ruins once full of life now sit forgotten surrounded by sick yellow skies The deteriorating building bears down on an unwary and carefree youth (Lady Luck) ambling at the mercy of its behemonth broken structure In this peculiar and eerie scene Aguirre captivates his audience while conveying the promise of the unexpected

In an ever-changing world Aguirre has captured the aesthetic beauty of a building that has passed its prime However in its old age the building has become something else entirely a peculiar and curious space open to imaginative interpretation This is perhaps the luck that the young lady pictured in the image and Aguirres audience have stumbled upon an unexpected opportunity to reflect on the present in light of the past Through his creative vision Aguirre allows us to study ourselves and the physical structures we leave behind for future generations

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A Photographerrsquos Guide to the US

The most unique shots in America and where to get them

Kelso San Dunes Mojave Desert

If yoursquore looking for a unique photography opportunity head for the Kelso Sand Dunes - mountainous piles of sand that seem to spring up from nowhere in the middle of the Mojave Desert The tallest dunes can rise up to 650 feet above the surrounding terrain In this setting a well-timed hike might allow you photograph the sunset from a phenomenal vantage point A couple words of caution be sure to take a flashlight in order to get back to your car and never go alone

If you donrsquot make it to the sand dunes dont despair The spectacular darkness of the Mojave desert translates into spectacular nighttime photography With almost no ambient light (apart from the stars and the vague glow over the horizon coming from Las Vegas) the Mojave is the perfect place to experiment with time lapse night shots and double exposures This is a surefire way to snap some fantastic shots

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The Redwood Forests California

If you drive down the west coast of California on Route 1 yoursquoll suddenly find yourself in a magical landscape of trees so tall that you feel like a tiny critter The redwood forests in California are truly a sight to behold and the deep ochre of the tree barks is spectacular to see

Driving through this area is fantastic but make sure that you park up and go exploring with your camera This is one of the best places for nature photography The way the light streams through the canopy in the late afternoon is nothing short of breathtaking a must see for every photographer

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Tucson Arizona

Tucson may not seem like a photographerrsquos haven and if you visit in July when the temperatures soar to over 100 degrees Fahrenheit it certainly wonrsquot feel like it either However the landscape of this often-forgotten city makes for some truly breathtaking sunsets and sunrises where flat land gives way to gorgeous mountains ensconced by sunlight

If you visit Tucson youll also find that it is an unlikely hotbed of culture and art With a history that goes back much further than many of its neighbors in the south west Tucson boasts remarkable architecture historic neighborhoods and museums not to mention the Mission San Xavier del Bac an 18th-century mission that is still functioning Whats more the city has a distinctly Western flavor in light of pervasive Native American and Mexican influences After the sun goes down yoursquoll also find art events and bars alive with music and bonding in a comfy college-town atmosphere which means that you can capture some great shots of people simply being themselves

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DIY Wall Decorations for Kids Room

Artists start young so here we want to show how you can nurture art into a child by decorating his room so he starts seeing and valuing creativity from his early days

This DIY tutorial is so easy to do that if you have elder children you can involve them in the process of making these awsome wall hangings Make a collage in minutes that will be an impressive surprise for everyone and give you a proud piece of original artwork to hang on the wall in your kids room

For this project yoursquoll need a color printer markers scissors glue 2 pieces of ordinary cardboard and 4 equal-sized colorfull cardboards or canvas

Step 1 PrintFind some awesome characters online by either browsing clipart in the PicsArt Shop or googling cartoon images Also print out some basic colors or patterns to cut into shapes If you dont like the color of your background cardboards or canvases you can either color them with paint or print out patterns to make your backgrounds more colorful

Step 2 CutCut out your characters carefully and glue them on cardboard Now cut out the cardboard in the shape of your characters Be sure to cut out shapes for the scenery of your collage like clouds and trees There is no need to glue them on an additional cardboard if you do not want to make them look 3D

Step 3 Create 3D ElementsIdentify some parts of the animals you want to highlight like tails eyes or ears Cut out two of those parts from cardboard and glue one over the other so that the one with patterns stays on top

Step 4 GlueGlue your shapes onto 4 pieces of cardboard Start with the scenery (trees and clouds) then glue on your characters then glue on their cool colored double-layered body parts to make them stand out As a result you will have 3D-like animals or any other items you want

Step 6 Draw Parts and Write MessagesYou can draw some fine elements into your collage using ordinary colorful markers You can also write a message on your collage with a marker Your creations are now ready to make your child smile

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Danielrsquos Twisted Animal Crime LineupGreat artists know how to turn heads with their art and that is certainly the case with PicsArtist of the Month Daniel (n3cr0n0m1c0n) However when he turns heads he turns them into something else Daniel has recently unveiled a series of photos that replace the head of a human body with various animal heads - the only exception being an awesome Star Wars stormtrooper helmet

In each photo of the series Daniels body dons a different head Nevertheless he is shown wearing the same clothes - a leather jacket with a zipper that runs diagonally across his torso into the side of his collar The thing about Danielrsquos photos is that the details of their construction work really well together to create a dark artistic vision with grungy undertones

Despite this odd synergy each photo is posed with a nonchalance that seems to undermine the strangeness of it all every shot displaying the emotional expression of a criminal lineup or mugshot The body takes on a neutral stance and the animal heads stare with vacant expressions as if silently counting the seconds for the camera shutter to click so they can walk off and do something else The overall emotional effect is weird uneasy slightly comic and extremely captivating

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Capture The Local Color

For an up close look at some of these aircrafts check with your local airport or military base for static displays From the ground you can get a much better look at details like the paint scheme and propellers Depending on the venue you may even be able to climb inside the cockpit Since you will be very close a wide angle lens is the preferred choice here Walk around the entire plane to search for the best angle and create a strong composition

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Capture The Local Color

During the brief pauses in action turn your lens towards the people around you Spectators can often yield some interesting images Maybe its time for a quick selfie as well Pay special attention to any signs that may show the events name These can be used to start and end your gallery of images

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Creative Edits A City on a Back of an AnimalThe PicsArt editor makes really cool editing tricks easily available to anyone who has the will and imagination You can create some really amazing surreal images with PicsArt and to show you what we mean we have created a tutorial on how to raise an entire city on the back of an animal by combining photos and applying effects This tutorial also introduces users to our recently added feature for Android devices which lets users create their own custom clipart Follow these simple steps to become a photo wizard with PicsArt

TUTORIAL Editing

Step 1 Open Your Photo

Upload an animal photo from the Photo section of the main menu Make sure that your photo features a brightly lit animal in front of a dark background

Step 2 Apply the Cinerama Effect to the Main Photo

Select the Effects icon and choose the Cinerama effect from the Fx section of the Effects menu Save and confirm with checkmark

Step 3 Add a New Photo

Select the Add Photo icon and add a photo of the city you want to place on the back of the animal

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Step 4 Apply the Cinerama Effect

Select the top left icon (the Effect icon) from the menu that appears after you add a photo Apply the Cinerama effect just like you did with your main photo

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Step 5 Cut and Create Clipart

Select the Scissors icon from the top menu (ie the Free Crop option) Choose the Lasso option by clicking on the Brush icon Use the lasso to cut out the skyline of your city from the background Press the Save as Clipart button at the top of the screen to save your selection as a clipart image This will save your selection in My Clipart section allowing you to reuse it on any image whenever you need it

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Step 6 Place and Blend the Image

Adjust the size of your city and place it on the back of the animal Select and apply the Lighten blending mode from the menu

below Confirm the changes you have made

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Step 7 Shape Masks

Select the Shape Mask icon and choose a shape to frame your photo Reduce the opacity to around 30 to go with your shot Confirm and save your creation

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How to Draw Amazing Anime

Step by Step Tutorial

Anime has a unique style that has garnered global popularity even fanaticism This tutorial demonstrates how to make your very own anime using PicsArt Drawing Tools and your smart device

See how PicsArt Drawing Tools make drawing fun and easy and use this step by step tutorial to create your very own anime Who knows Maybe one day your anime will become the main character for your own cartoon or comics

TUTORIAL Drawing

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Step 1 Draw the Basic Outline

Draw a basic outline of your anime character using simple strokes in a light blue color so that you will be able to distinguish it from other outlines later on

Step 2 Refine your Outline

Add a new layer and use your previous layer as a guide to draw a more precise outline Delete the layer with the blue outline when finished

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Step 4 Add Color

Use thick colorful brushes to add the basic first layer of colors to your drawing

Step 3 Final Outline

Reduce the opacity and add a new layer for your final outline Trace a final outline using clean and deliberate strokes Make sure you get all of your details exactly right and correct previous mistakes Delete or hide previous outline layer when done

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Step 5 Add Shading

Add a new layer and outline the areas of your drawing you would like to shade Color this outline in black when you are ready

Step 6 Background Color

Reduce the opacity of your shade layer for a more subtle shade Use brighter tones to add lighting and reflection in your drawing Finish your drawing by using a translucent brush to add shading and texture to your background This creates ambiance and gives your anime character that final touch of realism it needs

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Design a Postcard that Encapsulates Summer VacationPicsArt has everything you need to create the perfect postcard using your summer photos With the right combination of masks texts and clipart you can create a professional card that perfectly captures the feelings and images of your fondest summer vacation memories

With this tutorial wersquoll show you an example of how to create a postcard step by step Yoursquoll be surprised at how easy it is to make something look so good in five easy steps

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Step 1 Upload a PhotoUpload a photo from the edit section of the main menu

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Step 2 Add Shape MaskSelect the Shape Mask icon from the menu bar and choose a shape mask that fits your photo best Customize the color size and opacity of the mask

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Step 3 2nd Shape MaskAdd a second Shape Mask with the same color and opacity as your previous one Reverse the mask by checking the box next to Inverse at the bottom right corner

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Step 4 Add TextPress the Text icon to add text to your postcard Add your text line by line to experiment with different fonts sizes and colors

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Step 5 Add ClipartPress the Clipart icon and choose clipart images to add that go with the theme of your postcard Customize the size and color to complete your postcard

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PicsArtist Roxyrsquos Visceral Mobile ArtThe series of abstract portraits created by PicsArtist Roxy HArt (roxyhart) are gripping Not only is her artwork raw and emotionally charged but it is rendered in a unique artistic fashion - all on her mobile phone

At times Roxy mixes her drawings with photography blending the two togehter with a variety of brush strokes and textures Roxy does not hold back when she faces inner anguish as an artist but rather injects this emotion into her work

Nevertheless some of her portraits are less jarring possessing a softer more poetic touch In these portraits her frustration gives way to melancholy as she tones down stark reds and peppers her portraits with faded yellows purples and blues

Not long ago terms like ldquomobile artrdquo were easily dismissed by the fine art mainstream but PicsArtists like Roxy prove that a tablet or smartphone can be just as powerful as a canvas and paintbrush The following collection of portraits by Roxy illustrate that even without the traditional tools mobile artwork retains emotion and authenticity

INSPIRATION Drawing

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WHATS NEW

PicsArtrsquos Exciting New Features for iOS and Android Devices

PicsArt recently released some exciting updates for Android and iOS Most of the new features were available for both platforms but they had their slight differences

The update included two new effects Dodger and Vintage Ivory The former softens your photo with pale colors and ambient lighting while the latter is inspired by vintage color palettes and resolutions but with a new whiter and brighter twist

PicsArt also gave users the ability to customize the colors of PicsArt Masks with a new Hue slider Shape masks offer the opportunity to choose from a variety of shapes to overlay on your photos and they have been made even better recently - by adding the option to customize them by texture in addition to the previously available color and opacity

For a quick fix and speedy share of an image we introduced the Auto Enhance tool which automatically brings you the basic best version of your image while still allowing you to customize in small ways

In addition to these commonly shared updates the two platforms have some differences as well iOS users can now customize their collages by adjusting the inner borders and can choose from a whole new variety of pre-made grids iOS users will also be excited about our updates in the Social Network as written tags and usernames written out in comments or photo descriptions now automatically become links to what they are referencing This will make it easier for users to discover each other as well as trending tags

Donrsquot worry Android users you have some cool stuff too We know that photo stealing has become an issue in our network so we have removed the save option for photos Now only photos that have freetoedit tag can be saved and reused by others If you do not tag your miages with that tag no one will be able to save them We hope that this will help prevent photo theft and preserve the artistic rights of our creative userbase

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A Brief Introduction to Photo History

Although photography as we know it is among the youngest of the major art forms its history can be traced back to ancient times Chinese philosopher Mo-Zi discussed the principles of a camera obscura in the 4th or 5th century BCE For two thousand years it was known as a small dark room (or box) with a tiny hole in one wall through which light shone and projected an inverted image

During the late 1500s Giambattista della Portia perfected its design by adding a convex lens to the hole making a sharper more detailed image Camera obscuras allowed artists to trace a scene in ink for a more faithful reproduction

The Early Days of Image Processing

The 18th and 19th centuries saw a multitude of methods for image processing and creation In 1727 Johann Schulze mixed chalk silver and nitric acid - a very early photosensitive compound - noting that one side of the flask darkened when exposed to sunlight In 1816 Joseph Niceacutephore Nieacutepce created the worlds first photograph by coating a metal plate in a silver chloride solution and exposing it to light for 8 hours However he did not discover a way of permanently fixing

the image for another decadeWilliam Henry Fox Talbot applied Nieacutepces recipe to paper in 1834 fixing the images with a salt solution and eventually patenting the first paper negative as the ldquoCalotyperdquo in 1841

Meanwhile Louis Daguerre was creating the Daguerrotype by coating copper sheets in silver iodide creating a metal negative which he developed in a solution of mercury These two inventions lead to the creation of photography To that end on August 19 1839 the French government publicly acknowledged the invention of photography

The first glass negative was made by Frederick Scott Archer in 1851 using a wet plate collodion process During the 1850s the tintype photograph emerged this made the negative image appear positive by exposing it onto a dark-coloured metal sheet coated with collodion which made the shadows appear light and the highlights dark

In 1861 James Clerk-Maxwell realized that he could photograph a scene three times through a red blue and green filter and project the images on top of each other to create a full-colour image

Finally in 1871 Richard Leach Maddox suspended the silver solution in gelatin creating the dry emulsion which sent photography skyrocketing It was applied first to glass negatives but would later find its way onto the thin plastic film that made photography possible for the public at large

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The Photographic Boom

By 1878 glass plate negatives were being manufactured commercially and in 1880 George Eastman opened what would become the Eastman-Kodak company Within ten years he was producing roll film and in 1900 released the first personal camera the Kodak Brownie In 1907 the Lumiegravere Brothers released the first commercial colour film

Oscar Barnack working for Leitz microscopes pushed camera invention forward in 1914 with the first 35mm camera which was improved upon and released in 1924 as the first Leica camera 1936 saw the introduction of the modern SLR (single-lens reflex camera) as well as the legendary Kodachrome film which finally made colour photography popular Polaroid would release instant black-and-white film in 1948 followed by the colour version in 1963

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Unidentified Woman in Nine Oval ViewsSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

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The Digital Takeover

The first digital camera was invented in 1975 by Steve Sasson of Kodak using CCD sensor technology invented by Willard Boyle and George Smith in 1969 The birth of auto focus came with Minoltas Maxxum in 1985 paving the way for the worlds first commercially-available digital SLR ndash Kodaks 13 megapixel DCS-100 which sold in 1991 for $30000 USD Eight years later Nikon would wrestle away Kodaks dominance of the photo industry with the release of the D1 a 27MP model which went for a comparatively modest $6000

In 2003 Canon released the Digital Rebel the first consumer-level DSLR with a price tag under $1000 followed two years later by the first full-frame digital camera the 5D

Adobe hopped on the digital wave with the creation of Photoshop in 1990

A decade later the first camera phone was developed by Sharp in the early years of the new millennium Kodak ceased all production of film cameras in 2004 and even though the variety has been pared down they continue to produce film for the die-hard analog market

In the past ten years the major camera companies have focused their research and development almost entirely on improving their digital technology which has now begun to plateau The possibilities for future ingenuity now lay wide open with endless photographic possibilities waiting just over the horizon

The Reading EstablishmentAttributed to William Henry Fox Talbot (British 1800ndash1877)

Medium Salted paper prints from paper negatives

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Lola MontezSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

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Lemuel ShawSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

Medium Daguerreotype

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Louis-Jacques-Mandeacute DaguerreJohn Jabez Edwin Mayall (British Oldham Lancashire 1813ndash1901 West Sussex)

Medium Albumen silver print from glass negative

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View Down Brattle Street from the Southworth amp Hawes Studio at 5 12 Tremont Row Boston

Southworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)Medium Daguerreotype

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Interview with Celebrity Photographer Jason Bell Having shot for publications like Vanity Fair Vogue photographed royals and had some of his work submitted into Britainrsquos National Portrait Gallery Jason Bell has cemented his place as one of the foremost portrait photographers of his generation He has published four books and received more accolades than we have room to mention In any case Jasonrsquos work is the gold-standard when it comes to peering past the face and into the soul of subject model or celebrity His work has fascinated us for some time so we interviewed him to learn more about his work and career

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INERVIEW

All images by and copyright of Jason Bell

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How did you become a photographer

I just always was I took pictures a lot as a child and then when I was at school I was given the keys to the school dark room which I remember finding a magical place It just carried on from there

You actually studied Politics Philosophy and Economics at Oxford and as of today you have photographed some of the most powerful individuals on earth from presidents to royals Is there a correlation there

I am a strong believer in researching the people I photograph so I think it helps that my education has given me an understanding of what some of them do

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What was it like to take the official christening photographs of Prince George

It was an honour to be asked Everyone kept telling me beforehand how nervous I would be and that I must be so stressed But I actually felt very relaxed throughout They gave me all the time I needed to prepare and were very friendly and relaxed I enjoyed it

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Many of your photos are part of the permanent collection of the National Portrait Gallery the United Kingdomrsquos official gallery for portraits of historical British people Your work is national history How does this feel

I try not to think of it in those terms but more about what I want to say about the person Irsquom photographing or what I can encourage them to reveal

Are there any portraits of yours in the National Portrait Gallery that stand out as favourites

My favourites tend to be favourites because they are people I have felt a particular connection with or even become friends with I try to do that with everyone I photograph but obviously it happens with some people more than others

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Yoursquove captured a lot of artists and entertainers as well What is it like photographing celebrities

I am lucky in that I photographed some famous people very early on in my career so I got used to it very quickly and it is not something that I find difficult to deal with at all now They are just people like everybody else and usually enjoy being treated as such

You did the movie posters for modern British classic like Billy Elliot and Love Actually How is shooting a movie poster different from capturing a portrait

It tends to be much more art directed so I have less freedom to just do what I want and have to follow a brief more carefully In those instances I try to follow that brief and then give them something in addition that they maybe didnrsquot know they wanted

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Have you ever photographed someone who had maybe been a role model of some kind for you or maybe just admired greatly

Yes - very early on in my career I was sent to Iceland to photograph Bjork I had been listening to that first album of hers all summer and so was a bit of a fan It actually kind of got in the way initially me being a fan and I had to get past that as quickly as possible to find the person I wanted to photograph

What was the most surreal moment you ever experienced during a photography shoot

I was shooting a campaign for the Royal Opera House of a Chinese opera singer called Liping Zhang in a beautiful area near the Mongolian border We were assured the weather would be OK since it was late spring but a freak snowstorm came through so we were all freezing and inappropriately dressed and we had to bundle her up in Chinese army coats to keep her warm and at the last moment there was so much snow we couldnrsquot even drive her to the spot where I wanted to photograph her so in order to get her there we had to rent a camel to put her on

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What advice would you give to amatuer photographers

Many of the students and amateurs who come to see me show me a little bit of everything That is unlikely to get you commissioned when you are starting out So I think itrsquos better to concentrate on one thing and do it very well at the beginning and then when that goes well you can branch out

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Bewitched by BlightA building in ruins hangs together by what seems like threads One of the upper floors sags precariously just inches above the head of a young woman who strolls absent-mindedly with a teddy-bear in hand It seems possible that at any moment the whole structure could come crashing down Lady Luck we presume

Danny Aguirre (danny-aguirre-142) is the PicsArtist responsible for this Photo of the Month entitled Lady Luck Aguirre edited this image to perfection transplanting a young lively and vibrant woman into a world of decay In this manner the photo speaks to us through contrast

Darkly lit ruins once full of life now sit forgotten surrounded by sick yellow skies The deteriorating building bears down on an unwary and carefree youth (Lady Luck) ambling at the mercy of its behemonth broken structure In this peculiar and eerie scene Aguirre captivates his audience while conveying the promise of the unexpected

In an ever-changing world Aguirre has captured the aesthetic beauty of a building that has passed its prime However in its old age the building has become something else entirely a peculiar and curious space open to imaginative interpretation This is perhaps the luck that the young lady pictured in the image and Aguirres audience have stumbled upon an unexpected opportunity to reflect on the present in light of the past Through his creative vision Aguirre allows us to study ourselves and the physical structures we leave behind for future generations

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A Photographerrsquos Guide to the US

The most unique shots in America and where to get them

Kelso San Dunes Mojave Desert

If yoursquore looking for a unique photography opportunity head for the Kelso Sand Dunes - mountainous piles of sand that seem to spring up from nowhere in the middle of the Mojave Desert The tallest dunes can rise up to 650 feet above the surrounding terrain In this setting a well-timed hike might allow you photograph the sunset from a phenomenal vantage point A couple words of caution be sure to take a flashlight in order to get back to your car and never go alone

If you donrsquot make it to the sand dunes dont despair The spectacular darkness of the Mojave desert translates into spectacular nighttime photography With almost no ambient light (apart from the stars and the vague glow over the horizon coming from Las Vegas) the Mojave is the perfect place to experiment with time lapse night shots and double exposures This is a surefire way to snap some fantastic shots

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The Redwood Forests California

If you drive down the west coast of California on Route 1 yoursquoll suddenly find yourself in a magical landscape of trees so tall that you feel like a tiny critter The redwood forests in California are truly a sight to behold and the deep ochre of the tree barks is spectacular to see

Driving through this area is fantastic but make sure that you park up and go exploring with your camera This is one of the best places for nature photography The way the light streams through the canopy in the late afternoon is nothing short of breathtaking a must see for every photographer

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Tucson Arizona

Tucson may not seem like a photographerrsquos haven and if you visit in July when the temperatures soar to over 100 degrees Fahrenheit it certainly wonrsquot feel like it either However the landscape of this often-forgotten city makes for some truly breathtaking sunsets and sunrises where flat land gives way to gorgeous mountains ensconced by sunlight

If you visit Tucson youll also find that it is an unlikely hotbed of culture and art With a history that goes back much further than many of its neighbors in the south west Tucson boasts remarkable architecture historic neighborhoods and museums not to mention the Mission San Xavier del Bac an 18th-century mission that is still functioning Whats more the city has a distinctly Western flavor in light of pervasive Native American and Mexican influences After the sun goes down yoursquoll also find art events and bars alive with music and bonding in a comfy college-town atmosphere which means that you can capture some great shots of people simply being themselves

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DIY Wall Decorations for Kids Room

Artists start young so here we want to show how you can nurture art into a child by decorating his room so he starts seeing and valuing creativity from his early days

This DIY tutorial is so easy to do that if you have elder children you can involve them in the process of making these awsome wall hangings Make a collage in minutes that will be an impressive surprise for everyone and give you a proud piece of original artwork to hang on the wall in your kids room

For this project yoursquoll need a color printer markers scissors glue 2 pieces of ordinary cardboard and 4 equal-sized colorfull cardboards or canvas

Step 1 PrintFind some awesome characters online by either browsing clipart in the PicsArt Shop or googling cartoon images Also print out some basic colors or patterns to cut into shapes If you dont like the color of your background cardboards or canvases you can either color them with paint or print out patterns to make your backgrounds more colorful

Step 2 CutCut out your characters carefully and glue them on cardboard Now cut out the cardboard in the shape of your characters Be sure to cut out shapes for the scenery of your collage like clouds and trees There is no need to glue them on an additional cardboard if you do not want to make them look 3D

Step 3 Create 3D ElementsIdentify some parts of the animals you want to highlight like tails eyes or ears Cut out two of those parts from cardboard and glue one over the other so that the one with patterns stays on top

Step 4 GlueGlue your shapes onto 4 pieces of cardboard Start with the scenery (trees and clouds) then glue on your characters then glue on their cool colored double-layered body parts to make them stand out As a result you will have 3D-like animals or any other items you want

Step 6 Draw Parts and Write MessagesYou can draw some fine elements into your collage using ordinary colorful markers You can also write a message on your collage with a marker Your creations are now ready to make your child smile

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Danielrsquos Twisted Animal Crime LineupGreat artists know how to turn heads with their art and that is certainly the case with PicsArtist of the Month Daniel (n3cr0n0m1c0n) However when he turns heads he turns them into something else Daniel has recently unveiled a series of photos that replace the head of a human body with various animal heads - the only exception being an awesome Star Wars stormtrooper helmet

In each photo of the series Daniels body dons a different head Nevertheless he is shown wearing the same clothes - a leather jacket with a zipper that runs diagonally across his torso into the side of his collar The thing about Danielrsquos photos is that the details of their construction work really well together to create a dark artistic vision with grungy undertones

Despite this odd synergy each photo is posed with a nonchalance that seems to undermine the strangeness of it all every shot displaying the emotional expression of a criminal lineup or mugshot The body takes on a neutral stance and the animal heads stare with vacant expressions as if silently counting the seconds for the camera shutter to click so they can walk off and do something else The overall emotional effect is weird uneasy slightly comic and extremely captivating

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FEATURE Artist

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Capture The Local Color

During the brief pauses in action turn your lens towards the people around you Spectators can often yield some interesting images Maybe its time for a quick selfie as well Pay special attention to any signs that may show the events name These can be used to start and end your gallery of images

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Creative Edits A City on a Back of an AnimalThe PicsArt editor makes really cool editing tricks easily available to anyone who has the will and imagination You can create some really amazing surreal images with PicsArt and to show you what we mean we have created a tutorial on how to raise an entire city on the back of an animal by combining photos and applying effects This tutorial also introduces users to our recently added feature for Android devices which lets users create their own custom clipart Follow these simple steps to become a photo wizard with PicsArt

TUTORIAL Editing

Step 1 Open Your Photo

Upload an animal photo from the Photo section of the main menu Make sure that your photo features a brightly lit animal in front of a dark background

Step 2 Apply the Cinerama Effect to the Main Photo

Select the Effects icon and choose the Cinerama effect from the Fx section of the Effects menu Save and confirm with checkmark

Step 3 Add a New Photo

Select the Add Photo icon and add a photo of the city you want to place on the back of the animal

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Step 4 Apply the Cinerama Effect

Select the top left icon (the Effect icon) from the menu that appears after you add a photo Apply the Cinerama effect just like you did with your main photo

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Step 5 Cut and Create Clipart

Select the Scissors icon from the top menu (ie the Free Crop option) Choose the Lasso option by clicking on the Brush icon Use the lasso to cut out the skyline of your city from the background Press the Save as Clipart button at the top of the screen to save your selection as a clipart image This will save your selection in My Clipart section allowing you to reuse it on any image whenever you need it

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Step 6 Place and Blend the Image

Adjust the size of your city and place it on the back of the animal Select and apply the Lighten blending mode from the menu

below Confirm the changes you have made

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Step 7 Shape Masks

Select the Shape Mask icon and choose a shape to frame your photo Reduce the opacity to around 30 to go with your shot Confirm and save your creation

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How to Draw Amazing Anime

Step by Step Tutorial

Anime has a unique style that has garnered global popularity even fanaticism This tutorial demonstrates how to make your very own anime using PicsArt Drawing Tools and your smart device

See how PicsArt Drawing Tools make drawing fun and easy and use this step by step tutorial to create your very own anime Who knows Maybe one day your anime will become the main character for your own cartoon or comics

TUTORIAL Drawing

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Step 1 Draw the Basic Outline

Draw a basic outline of your anime character using simple strokes in a light blue color so that you will be able to distinguish it from other outlines later on

Step 2 Refine your Outline

Add a new layer and use your previous layer as a guide to draw a more precise outline Delete the layer with the blue outline when finished

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Step 4 Add Color

Use thick colorful brushes to add the basic first layer of colors to your drawing

Step 3 Final Outline

Reduce the opacity and add a new layer for your final outline Trace a final outline using clean and deliberate strokes Make sure you get all of your details exactly right and correct previous mistakes Delete or hide previous outline layer when done

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Step 5 Add Shading

Add a new layer and outline the areas of your drawing you would like to shade Color this outline in black when you are ready

Step 6 Background Color

Reduce the opacity of your shade layer for a more subtle shade Use brighter tones to add lighting and reflection in your drawing Finish your drawing by using a translucent brush to add shading and texture to your background This creates ambiance and gives your anime character that final touch of realism it needs

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Design a Postcard that Encapsulates Summer VacationPicsArt has everything you need to create the perfect postcard using your summer photos With the right combination of masks texts and clipart you can create a professional card that perfectly captures the feelings and images of your fondest summer vacation memories

With this tutorial wersquoll show you an example of how to create a postcard step by step Yoursquoll be surprised at how easy it is to make something look so good in five easy steps

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Step 1 Upload a PhotoUpload a photo from the edit section of the main menu

TUTORIAL Design

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Step 2 Add Shape MaskSelect the Shape Mask icon from the menu bar and choose a shape mask that fits your photo best Customize the color size and opacity of the mask

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Step 3 2nd Shape MaskAdd a second Shape Mask with the same color and opacity as your previous one Reverse the mask by checking the box next to Inverse at the bottom right corner

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Step 4 Add TextPress the Text icon to add text to your postcard Add your text line by line to experiment with different fonts sizes and colors

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Step 5 Add ClipartPress the Clipart icon and choose clipart images to add that go with the theme of your postcard Customize the size and color to complete your postcard

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PicsArtist Roxyrsquos Visceral Mobile ArtThe series of abstract portraits created by PicsArtist Roxy HArt (roxyhart) are gripping Not only is her artwork raw and emotionally charged but it is rendered in a unique artistic fashion - all on her mobile phone

At times Roxy mixes her drawings with photography blending the two togehter with a variety of brush strokes and textures Roxy does not hold back when she faces inner anguish as an artist but rather injects this emotion into her work

Nevertheless some of her portraits are less jarring possessing a softer more poetic touch In these portraits her frustration gives way to melancholy as she tones down stark reds and peppers her portraits with faded yellows purples and blues

Not long ago terms like ldquomobile artrdquo were easily dismissed by the fine art mainstream but PicsArtists like Roxy prove that a tablet or smartphone can be just as powerful as a canvas and paintbrush The following collection of portraits by Roxy illustrate that even without the traditional tools mobile artwork retains emotion and authenticity

INSPIRATION Drawing

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WHATS NEW

PicsArtrsquos Exciting New Features for iOS and Android Devices

PicsArt recently released some exciting updates for Android and iOS Most of the new features were available for both platforms but they had their slight differences

The update included two new effects Dodger and Vintage Ivory The former softens your photo with pale colors and ambient lighting while the latter is inspired by vintage color palettes and resolutions but with a new whiter and brighter twist

PicsArt also gave users the ability to customize the colors of PicsArt Masks with a new Hue slider Shape masks offer the opportunity to choose from a variety of shapes to overlay on your photos and they have been made even better recently - by adding the option to customize them by texture in addition to the previously available color and opacity

For a quick fix and speedy share of an image we introduced the Auto Enhance tool which automatically brings you the basic best version of your image while still allowing you to customize in small ways

In addition to these commonly shared updates the two platforms have some differences as well iOS users can now customize their collages by adjusting the inner borders and can choose from a whole new variety of pre-made grids iOS users will also be excited about our updates in the Social Network as written tags and usernames written out in comments or photo descriptions now automatically become links to what they are referencing This will make it easier for users to discover each other as well as trending tags

Donrsquot worry Android users you have some cool stuff too We know that photo stealing has become an issue in our network so we have removed the save option for photos Now only photos that have freetoedit tag can be saved and reused by others If you do not tag your miages with that tag no one will be able to save them We hope that this will help prevent photo theft and preserve the artistic rights of our creative userbase

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A Brief Introduction to Photo History

Although photography as we know it is among the youngest of the major art forms its history can be traced back to ancient times Chinese philosopher Mo-Zi discussed the principles of a camera obscura in the 4th or 5th century BCE For two thousand years it was known as a small dark room (or box) with a tiny hole in one wall through which light shone and projected an inverted image

During the late 1500s Giambattista della Portia perfected its design by adding a convex lens to the hole making a sharper more detailed image Camera obscuras allowed artists to trace a scene in ink for a more faithful reproduction

The Early Days of Image Processing

The 18th and 19th centuries saw a multitude of methods for image processing and creation In 1727 Johann Schulze mixed chalk silver and nitric acid - a very early photosensitive compound - noting that one side of the flask darkened when exposed to sunlight In 1816 Joseph Niceacutephore Nieacutepce created the worlds first photograph by coating a metal plate in a silver chloride solution and exposing it to light for 8 hours However he did not discover a way of permanently fixing

the image for another decadeWilliam Henry Fox Talbot applied Nieacutepces recipe to paper in 1834 fixing the images with a salt solution and eventually patenting the first paper negative as the ldquoCalotyperdquo in 1841

Meanwhile Louis Daguerre was creating the Daguerrotype by coating copper sheets in silver iodide creating a metal negative which he developed in a solution of mercury These two inventions lead to the creation of photography To that end on August 19 1839 the French government publicly acknowledged the invention of photography

The first glass negative was made by Frederick Scott Archer in 1851 using a wet plate collodion process During the 1850s the tintype photograph emerged this made the negative image appear positive by exposing it onto a dark-coloured metal sheet coated with collodion which made the shadows appear light and the highlights dark

In 1861 James Clerk-Maxwell realized that he could photograph a scene three times through a red blue and green filter and project the images on top of each other to create a full-colour image

Finally in 1871 Richard Leach Maddox suspended the silver solution in gelatin creating the dry emulsion which sent photography skyrocketing It was applied first to glass negatives but would later find its way onto the thin plastic film that made photography possible for the public at large

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The Photographic Boom

By 1878 glass plate negatives were being manufactured commercially and in 1880 George Eastman opened what would become the Eastman-Kodak company Within ten years he was producing roll film and in 1900 released the first personal camera the Kodak Brownie In 1907 the Lumiegravere Brothers released the first commercial colour film

Oscar Barnack working for Leitz microscopes pushed camera invention forward in 1914 with the first 35mm camera which was improved upon and released in 1924 as the first Leica camera 1936 saw the introduction of the modern SLR (single-lens reflex camera) as well as the legendary Kodachrome film which finally made colour photography popular Polaroid would release instant black-and-white film in 1948 followed by the colour version in 1963

Students from the Emerson School for GirlsSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

Medium Daguerreotype

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Unidentified Woman in Nine Oval ViewsSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

Medium Daguerreotype

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The Digital Takeover

The first digital camera was invented in 1975 by Steve Sasson of Kodak using CCD sensor technology invented by Willard Boyle and George Smith in 1969 The birth of auto focus came with Minoltas Maxxum in 1985 paving the way for the worlds first commercially-available digital SLR ndash Kodaks 13 megapixel DCS-100 which sold in 1991 for $30000 USD Eight years later Nikon would wrestle away Kodaks dominance of the photo industry with the release of the D1 a 27MP model which went for a comparatively modest $6000

In 2003 Canon released the Digital Rebel the first consumer-level DSLR with a price tag under $1000 followed two years later by the first full-frame digital camera the 5D

Adobe hopped on the digital wave with the creation of Photoshop in 1990

A decade later the first camera phone was developed by Sharp in the early years of the new millennium Kodak ceased all production of film cameras in 2004 and even though the variety has been pared down they continue to produce film for the die-hard analog market

In the past ten years the major camera companies have focused their research and development almost entirely on improving their digital technology which has now begun to plateau The possibilities for future ingenuity now lay wide open with endless photographic possibilities waiting just over the horizon

The Reading EstablishmentAttributed to William Henry Fox Talbot (British 1800ndash1877)

Medium Salted paper prints from paper negatives

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Lola MontezSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

Medium Daguerreotype

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Lemuel ShawSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

Medium Daguerreotype

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Louis-Jacques-Mandeacute DaguerreJohn Jabez Edwin Mayall (British Oldham Lancashire 1813ndash1901 West Sussex)

Medium Albumen silver print from glass negative

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View Down Brattle Street from the Southworth amp Hawes Studio at 5 12 Tremont Row Boston

Southworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)Medium Daguerreotype

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Interview with Celebrity Photographer Jason Bell Having shot for publications like Vanity Fair Vogue photographed royals and had some of his work submitted into Britainrsquos National Portrait Gallery Jason Bell has cemented his place as one of the foremost portrait photographers of his generation He has published four books and received more accolades than we have room to mention In any case Jasonrsquos work is the gold-standard when it comes to peering past the face and into the soul of subject model or celebrity His work has fascinated us for some time so we interviewed him to learn more about his work and career

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INERVIEW

All images by and copyright of Jason Bell

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How did you become a photographer

I just always was I took pictures a lot as a child and then when I was at school I was given the keys to the school dark room which I remember finding a magical place It just carried on from there

You actually studied Politics Philosophy and Economics at Oxford and as of today you have photographed some of the most powerful individuals on earth from presidents to royals Is there a correlation there

I am a strong believer in researching the people I photograph so I think it helps that my education has given me an understanding of what some of them do

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What was it like to take the official christening photographs of Prince George

It was an honour to be asked Everyone kept telling me beforehand how nervous I would be and that I must be so stressed But I actually felt very relaxed throughout They gave me all the time I needed to prepare and were very friendly and relaxed I enjoyed it

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Many of your photos are part of the permanent collection of the National Portrait Gallery the United Kingdomrsquos official gallery for portraits of historical British people Your work is national history How does this feel

I try not to think of it in those terms but more about what I want to say about the person Irsquom photographing or what I can encourage them to reveal

Are there any portraits of yours in the National Portrait Gallery that stand out as favourites

My favourites tend to be favourites because they are people I have felt a particular connection with or even become friends with I try to do that with everyone I photograph but obviously it happens with some people more than others

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Yoursquove captured a lot of artists and entertainers as well What is it like photographing celebrities

I am lucky in that I photographed some famous people very early on in my career so I got used to it very quickly and it is not something that I find difficult to deal with at all now They are just people like everybody else and usually enjoy being treated as such

You did the movie posters for modern British classic like Billy Elliot and Love Actually How is shooting a movie poster different from capturing a portrait

It tends to be much more art directed so I have less freedom to just do what I want and have to follow a brief more carefully In those instances I try to follow that brief and then give them something in addition that they maybe didnrsquot know they wanted

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Have you ever photographed someone who had maybe been a role model of some kind for you or maybe just admired greatly

Yes - very early on in my career I was sent to Iceland to photograph Bjork I had been listening to that first album of hers all summer and so was a bit of a fan It actually kind of got in the way initially me being a fan and I had to get past that as quickly as possible to find the person I wanted to photograph

What was the most surreal moment you ever experienced during a photography shoot

I was shooting a campaign for the Royal Opera House of a Chinese opera singer called Liping Zhang in a beautiful area near the Mongolian border We were assured the weather would be OK since it was late spring but a freak snowstorm came through so we were all freezing and inappropriately dressed and we had to bundle her up in Chinese army coats to keep her warm and at the last moment there was so much snow we couldnrsquot even drive her to the spot where I wanted to photograph her so in order to get her there we had to rent a camel to put her on

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What advice would you give to amatuer photographers

Many of the students and amateurs who come to see me show me a little bit of everything That is unlikely to get you commissioned when you are starting out So I think itrsquos better to concentrate on one thing and do it very well at the beginning and then when that goes well you can branch out

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Bewitched by BlightA building in ruins hangs together by what seems like threads One of the upper floors sags precariously just inches above the head of a young woman who strolls absent-mindedly with a teddy-bear in hand It seems possible that at any moment the whole structure could come crashing down Lady Luck we presume

Danny Aguirre (danny-aguirre-142) is the PicsArtist responsible for this Photo of the Month entitled Lady Luck Aguirre edited this image to perfection transplanting a young lively and vibrant woman into a world of decay In this manner the photo speaks to us through contrast

Darkly lit ruins once full of life now sit forgotten surrounded by sick yellow skies The deteriorating building bears down on an unwary and carefree youth (Lady Luck) ambling at the mercy of its behemonth broken structure In this peculiar and eerie scene Aguirre captivates his audience while conveying the promise of the unexpected

In an ever-changing world Aguirre has captured the aesthetic beauty of a building that has passed its prime However in its old age the building has become something else entirely a peculiar and curious space open to imaginative interpretation This is perhaps the luck that the young lady pictured in the image and Aguirres audience have stumbled upon an unexpected opportunity to reflect on the present in light of the past Through his creative vision Aguirre allows us to study ourselves and the physical structures we leave behind for future generations

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A Photographerrsquos Guide to the US

The most unique shots in America and where to get them

Kelso San Dunes Mojave Desert

If yoursquore looking for a unique photography opportunity head for the Kelso Sand Dunes - mountainous piles of sand that seem to spring up from nowhere in the middle of the Mojave Desert The tallest dunes can rise up to 650 feet above the surrounding terrain In this setting a well-timed hike might allow you photograph the sunset from a phenomenal vantage point A couple words of caution be sure to take a flashlight in order to get back to your car and never go alone

If you donrsquot make it to the sand dunes dont despair The spectacular darkness of the Mojave desert translates into spectacular nighttime photography With almost no ambient light (apart from the stars and the vague glow over the horizon coming from Las Vegas) the Mojave is the perfect place to experiment with time lapse night shots and double exposures This is a surefire way to snap some fantastic shots

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The Redwood Forests California

If you drive down the west coast of California on Route 1 yoursquoll suddenly find yourself in a magical landscape of trees so tall that you feel like a tiny critter The redwood forests in California are truly a sight to behold and the deep ochre of the tree barks is spectacular to see

Driving through this area is fantastic but make sure that you park up and go exploring with your camera This is one of the best places for nature photography The way the light streams through the canopy in the late afternoon is nothing short of breathtaking a must see for every photographer

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Tucson Arizona

Tucson may not seem like a photographerrsquos haven and if you visit in July when the temperatures soar to over 100 degrees Fahrenheit it certainly wonrsquot feel like it either However the landscape of this often-forgotten city makes for some truly breathtaking sunsets and sunrises where flat land gives way to gorgeous mountains ensconced by sunlight

If you visit Tucson youll also find that it is an unlikely hotbed of culture and art With a history that goes back much further than many of its neighbors in the south west Tucson boasts remarkable architecture historic neighborhoods and museums not to mention the Mission San Xavier del Bac an 18th-century mission that is still functioning Whats more the city has a distinctly Western flavor in light of pervasive Native American and Mexican influences After the sun goes down yoursquoll also find art events and bars alive with music and bonding in a comfy college-town atmosphere which means that you can capture some great shots of people simply being themselves

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DIY Wall Decorations for Kids Room

Artists start young so here we want to show how you can nurture art into a child by decorating his room so he starts seeing and valuing creativity from his early days

This DIY tutorial is so easy to do that if you have elder children you can involve them in the process of making these awsome wall hangings Make a collage in minutes that will be an impressive surprise for everyone and give you a proud piece of original artwork to hang on the wall in your kids room

For this project yoursquoll need a color printer markers scissors glue 2 pieces of ordinary cardboard and 4 equal-sized colorfull cardboards or canvas

Step 1 PrintFind some awesome characters online by either browsing clipart in the PicsArt Shop or googling cartoon images Also print out some basic colors or patterns to cut into shapes If you dont like the color of your background cardboards or canvases you can either color them with paint or print out patterns to make your backgrounds more colorful

Step 2 CutCut out your characters carefully and glue them on cardboard Now cut out the cardboard in the shape of your characters Be sure to cut out shapes for the scenery of your collage like clouds and trees There is no need to glue them on an additional cardboard if you do not want to make them look 3D

Step 3 Create 3D ElementsIdentify some parts of the animals you want to highlight like tails eyes or ears Cut out two of those parts from cardboard and glue one over the other so that the one with patterns stays on top

Step 4 GlueGlue your shapes onto 4 pieces of cardboard Start with the scenery (trees and clouds) then glue on your characters then glue on their cool colored double-layered body parts to make them stand out As a result you will have 3D-like animals or any other items you want

Step 6 Draw Parts and Write MessagesYou can draw some fine elements into your collage using ordinary colorful markers You can also write a message on your collage with a marker Your creations are now ready to make your child smile

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Danielrsquos Twisted Animal Crime LineupGreat artists know how to turn heads with their art and that is certainly the case with PicsArtist of the Month Daniel (n3cr0n0m1c0n) However when he turns heads he turns them into something else Daniel has recently unveiled a series of photos that replace the head of a human body with various animal heads - the only exception being an awesome Star Wars stormtrooper helmet

In each photo of the series Daniels body dons a different head Nevertheless he is shown wearing the same clothes - a leather jacket with a zipper that runs diagonally across his torso into the side of his collar The thing about Danielrsquos photos is that the details of their construction work really well together to create a dark artistic vision with grungy undertones

Despite this odd synergy each photo is posed with a nonchalance that seems to undermine the strangeness of it all every shot displaying the emotional expression of a criminal lineup or mugshot The body takes on a neutral stance and the animal heads stare with vacant expressions as if silently counting the seconds for the camera shutter to click so they can walk off and do something else The overall emotional effect is weird uneasy slightly comic and extremely captivating

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Capture The Local Color

During the brief pauses in action turn your lens towards the people around you Spectators can often yield some interesting images Maybe its time for a quick selfie as well Pay special attention to any signs that may show the events name These can be used to start and end your gallery of images

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Creative Edits A City on a Back of an AnimalThe PicsArt editor makes really cool editing tricks easily available to anyone who has the will and imagination You can create some really amazing surreal images with PicsArt and to show you what we mean we have created a tutorial on how to raise an entire city on the back of an animal by combining photos and applying effects This tutorial also introduces users to our recently added feature for Android devices which lets users create their own custom clipart Follow these simple steps to become a photo wizard with PicsArt

TUTORIAL Editing

Step 1 Open Your Photo

Upload an animal photo from the Photo section of the main menu Make sure that your photo features a brightly lit animal in front of a dark background

Step 2 Apply the Cinerama Effect to the Main Photo

Select the Effects icon and choose the Cinerama effect from the Fx section of the Effects menu Save and confirm with checkmark

Step 3 Add a New Photo

Select the Add Photo icon and add a photo of the city you want to place on the back of the animal

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Step 4 Apply the Cinerama Effect

Select the top left icon (the Effect icon) from the menu that appears after you add a photo Apply the Cinerama effect just like you did with your main photo

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Step 5 Cut and Create Clipart

Select the Scissors icon from the top menu (ie the Free Crop option) Choose the Lasso option by clicking on the Brush icon Use the lasso to cut out the skyline of your city from the background Press the Save as Clipart button at the top of the screen to save your selection as a clipart image This will save your selection in My Clipart section allowing you to reuse it on any image whenever you need it

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Step 6 Place and Blend the Image

Adjust the size of your city and place it on the back of the animal Select and apply the Lighten blending mode from the menu

below Confirm the changes you have made

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Step 7 Shape Masks

Select the Shape Mask icon and choose a shape to frame your photo Reduce the opacity to around 30 to go with your shot Confirm and save your creation

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How to Draw Amazing Anime

Step by Step Tutorial

Anime has a unique style that has garnered global popularity even fanaticism This tutorial demonstrates how to make your very own anime using PicsArt Drawing Tools and your smart device

See how PicsArt Drawing Tools make drawing fun and easy and use this step by step tutorial to create your very own anime Who knows Maybe one day your anime will become the main character for your own cartoon or comics

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Step 1 Draw the Basic Outline

Draw a basic outline of your anime character using simple strokes in a light blue color so that you will be able to distinguish it from other outlines later on

Step 2 Refine your Outline

Add a new layer and use your previous layer as a guide to draw a more precise outline Delete the layer with the blue outline when finished

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Step 4 Add Color

Use thick colorful brushes to add the basic first layer of colors to your drawing

Step 3 Final Outline

Reduce the opacity and add a new layer for your final outline Trace a final outline using clean and deliberate strokes Make sure you get all of your details exactly right and correct previous mistakes Delete or hide previous outline layer when done

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Step 5 Add Shading

Add a new layer and outline the areas of your drawing you would like to shade Color this outline in black when you are ready

Step 6 Background Color

Reduce the opacity of your shade layer for a more subtle shade Use brighter tones to add lighting and reflection in your drawing Finish your drawing by using a translucent brush to add shading and texture to your background This creates ambiance and gives your anime character that final touch of realism it needs

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Design a Postcard that Encapsulates Summer VacationPicsArt has everything you need to create the perfect postcard using your summer photos With the right combination of masks texts and clipart you can create a professional card that perfectly captures the feelings and images of your fondest summer vacation memories

With this tutorial wersquoll show you an example of how to create a postcard step by step Yoursquoll be surprised at how easy it is to make something look so good in five easy steps

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Step 1 Upload a PhotoUpload a photo from the edit section of the main menu

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Step 2 Add Shape MaskSelect the Shape Mask icon from the menu bar and choose a shape mask that fits your photo best Customize the color size and opacity of the mask

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Step 3 2nd Shape MaskAdd a second Shape Mask with the same color and opacity as your previous one Reverse the mask by checking the box next to Inverse at the bottom right corner

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Step 4 Add TextPress the Text icon to add text to your postcard Add your text line by line to experiment with different fonts sizes and colors

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Step 5 Add ClipartPress the Clipart icon and choose clipart images to add that go with the theme of your postcard Customize the size and color to complete your postcard

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PicsArtist Roxyrsquos Visceral Mobile ArtThe series of abstract portraits created by PicsArtist Roxy HArt (roxyhart) are gripping Not only is her artwork raw and emotionally charged but it is rendered in a unique artistic fashion - all on her mobile phone

At times Roxy mixes her drawings with photography blending the two togehter with a variety of brush strokes and textures Roxy does not hold back when she faces inner anguish as an artist but rather injects this emotion into her work

Nevertheless some of her portraits are less jarring possessing a softer more poetic touch In these portraits her frustration gives way to melancholy as she tones down stark reds and peppers her portraits with faded yellows purples and blues

Not long ago terms like ldquomobile artrdquo were easily dismissed by the fine art mainstream but PicsArtists like Roxy prove that a tablet or smartphone can be just as powerful as a canvas and paintbrush The following collection of portraits by Roxy illustrate that even without the traditional tools mobile artwork retains emotion and authenticity

INSPIRATION Drawing

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WHATS NEW

PicsArtrsquos Exciting New Features for iOS and Android Devices

PicsArt recently released some exciting updates for Android and iOS Most of the new features were available for both platforms but they had their slight differences

The update included two new effects Dodger and Vintage Ivory The former softens your photo with pale colors and ambient lighting while the latter is inspired by vintage color palettes and resolutions but with a new whiter and brighter twist

PicsArt also gave users the ability to customize the colors of PicsArt Masks with a new Hue slider Shape masks offer the opportunity to choose from a variety of shapes to overlay on your photos and they have been made even better recently - by adding the option to customize them by texture in addition to the previously available color and opacity

For a quick fix and speedy share of an image we introduced the Auto Enhance tool which automatically brings you the basic best version of your image while still allowing you to customize in small ways

In addition to these commonly shared updates the two platforms have some differences as well iOS users can now customize their collages by adjusting the inner borders and can choose from a whole new variety of pre-made grids iOS users will also be excited about our updates in the Social Network as written tags and usernames written out in comments or photo descriptions now automatically become links to what they are referencing This will make it easier for users to discover each other as well as trending tags

Donrsquot worry Android users you have some cool stuff too We know that photo stealing has become an issue in our network so we have removed the save option for photos Now only photos that have freetoedit tag can be saved and reused by others If you do not tag your miages with that tag no one will be able to save them We hope that this will help prevent photo theft and preserve the artistic rights of our creative userbase

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A Brief Introduction to Photo History

Although photography as we know it is among the youngest of the major art forms its history can be traced back to ancient times Chinese philosopher Mo-Zi discussed the principles of a camera obscura in the 4th or 5th century BCE For two thousand years it was known as a small dark room (or box) with a tiny hole in one wall through which light shone and projected an inverted image

During the late 1500s Giambattista della Portia perfected its design by adding a convex lens to the hole making a sharper more detailed image Camera obscuras allowed artists to trace a scene in ink for a more faithful reproduction

The Early Days of Image Processing

The 18th and 19th centuries saw a multitude of methods for image processing and creation In 1727 Johann Schulze mixed chalk silver and nitric acid - a very early photosensitive compound - noting that one side of the flask darkened when exposed to sunlight In 1816 Joseph Niceacutephore Nieacutepce created the worlds first photograph by coating a metal plate in a silver chloride solution and exposing it to light for 8 hours However he did not discover a way of permanently fixing

the image for another decadeWilliam Henry Fox Talbot applied Nieacutepces recipe to paper in 1834 fixing the images with a salt solution and eventually patenting the first paper negative as the ldquoCalotyperdquo in 1841

Meanwhile Louis Daguerre was creating the Daguerrotype by coating copper sheets in silver iodide creating a metal negative which he developed in a solution of mercury These two inventions lead to the creation of photography To that end on August 19 1839 the French government publicly acknowledged the invention of photography

The first glass negative was made by Frederick Scott Archer in 1851 using a wet plate collodion process During the 1850s the tintype photograph emerged this made the negative image appear positive by exposing it onto a dark-coloured metal sheet coated with collodion which made the shadows appear light and the highlights dark

In 1861 James Clerk-Maxwell realized that he could photograph a scene three times through a red blue and green filter and project the images on top of each other to create a full-colour image

Finally in 1871 Richard Leach Maddox suspended the silver solution in gelatin creating the dry emulsion which sent photography skyrocketing It was applied first to glass negatives but would later find its way onto the thin plastic film that made photography possible for the public at large

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The Photographic Boom

By 1878 glass plate negatives were being manufactured commercially and in 1880 George Eastman opened what would become the Eastman-Kodak company Within ten years he was producing roll film and in 1900 released the first personal camera the Kodak Brownie In 1907 the Lumiegravere Brothers released the first commercial colour film

Oscar Barnack working for Leitz microscopes pushed camera invention forward in 1914 with the first 35mm camera which was improved upon and released in 1924 as the first Leica camera 1936 saw the introduction of the modern SLR (single-lens reflex camera) as well as the legendary Kodachrome film which finally made colour photography popular Polaroid would release instant black-and-white film in 1948 followed by the colour version in 1963

Students from the Emerson School for GirlsSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

Medium Daguerreotype

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Unidentified Woman in Nine Oval ViewsSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

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The Digital Takeover

The first digital camera was invented in 1975 by Steve Sasson of Kodak using CCD sensor technology invented by Willard Boyle and George Smith in 1969 The birth of auto focus came with Minoltas Maxxum in 1985 paving the way for the worlds first commercially-available digital SLR ndash Kodaks 13 megapixel DCS-100 which sold in 1991 for $30000 USD Eight years later Nikon would wrestle away Kodaks dominance of the photo industry with the release of the D1 a 27MP model which went for a comparatively modest $6000

In 2003 Canon released the Digital Rebel the first consumer-level DSLR with a price tag under $1000 followed two years later by the first full-frame digital camera the 5D

Adobe hopped on the digital wave with the creation of Photoshop in 1990

A decade later the first camera phone was developed by Sharp in the early years of the new millennium Kodak ceased all production of film cameras in 2004 and even though the variety has been pared down they continue to produce film for the die-hard analog market

In the past ten years the major camera companies have focused their research and development almost entirely on improving their digital technology which has now begun to plateau The possibilities for future ingenuity now lay wide open with endless photographic possibilities waiting just over the horizon

The Reading EstablishmentAttributed to William Henry Fox Talbot (British 1800ndash1877)

Medium Salted paper prints from paper negatives

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Lola MontezSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

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Lemuel ShawSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

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Louis-Jacques-Mandeacute DaguerreJohn Jabez Edwin Mayall (British Oldham Lancashire 1813ndash1901 West Sussex)

Medium Albumen silver print from glass negative

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View Down Brattle Street from the Southworth amp Hawes Studio at 5 12 Tremont Row Boston

Southworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)Medium Daguerreotype

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Interview with Celebrity Photographer Jason Bell Having shot for publications like Vanity Fair Vogue photographed royals and had some of his work submitted into Britainrsquos National Portrait Gallery Jason Bell has cemented his place as one of the foremost portrait photographers of his generation He has published four books and received more accolades than we have room to mention In any case Jasonrsquos work is the gold-standard when it comes to peering past the face and into the soul of subject model or celebrity His work has fascinated us for some time so we interviewed him to learn more about his work and career

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INERVIEW

All images by and copyright of Jason Bell

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How did you become a photographer

I just always was I took pictures a lot as a child and then when I was at school I was given the keys to the school dark room which I remember finding a magical place It just carried on from there

You actually studied Politics Philosophy and Economics at Oxford and as of today you have photographed some of the most powerful individuals on earth from presidents to royals Is there a correlation there

I am a strong believer in researching the people I photograph so I think it helps that my education has given me an understanding of what some of them do

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What was it like to take the official christening photographs of Prince George

It was an honour to be asked Everyone kept telling me beforehand how nervous I would be and that I must be so stressed But I actually felt very relaxed throughout They gave me all the time I needed to prepare and were very friendly and relaxed I enjoyed it

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Many of your photos are part of the permanent collection of the National Portrait Gallery the United Kingdomrsquos official gallery for portraits of historical British people Your work is national history How does this feel

I try not to think of it in those terms but more about what I want to say about the person Irsquom photographing or what I can encourage them to reveal

Are there any portraits of yours in the National Portrait Gallery that stand out as favourites

My favourites tend to be favourites because they are people I have felt a particular connection with or even become friends with I try to do that with everyone I photograph but obviously it happens with some people more than others

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Yoursquove captured a lot of artists and entertainers as well What is it like photographing celebrities

I am lucky in that I photographed some famous people very early on in my career so I got used to it very quickly and it is not something that I find difficult to deal with at all now They are just people like everybody else and usually enjoy being treated as such

You did the movie posters for modern British classic like Billy Elliot and Love Actually How is shooting a movie poster different from capturing a portrait

It tends to be much more art directed so I have less freedom to just do what I want and have to follow a brief more carefully In those instances I try to follow that brief and then give them something in addition that they maybe didnrsquot know they wanted

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Have you ever photographed someone who had maybe been a role model of some kind for you or maybe just admired greatly

Yes - very early on in my career I was sent to Iceland to photograph Bjork I had been listening to that first album of hers all summer and so was a bit of a fan It actually kind of got in the way initially me being a fan and I had to get past that as quickly as possible to find the person I wanted to photograph

What was the most surreal moment you ever experienced during a photography shoot

I was shooting a campaign for the Royal Opera House of a Chinese opera singer called Liping Zhang in a beautiful area near the Mongolian border We were assured the weather would be OK since it was late spring but a freak snowstorm came through so we were all freezing and inappropriately dressed and we had to bundle her up in Chinese army coats to keep her warm and at the last moment there was so much snow we couldnrsquot even drive her to the spot where I wanted to photograph her so in order to get her there we had to rent a camel to put her on

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What advice would you give to amatuer photographers

Many of the students and amateurs who come to see me show me a little bit of everything That is unlikely to get you commissioned when you are starting out So I think itrsquos better to concentrate on one thing and do it very well at the beginning and then when that goes well you can branch out

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Bewitched by BlightA building in ruins hangs together by what seems like threads One of the upper floors sags precariously just inches above the head of a young woman who strolls absent-mindedly with a teddy-bear in hand It seems possible that at any moment the whole structure could come crashing down Lady Luck we presume

Danny Aguirre (danny-aguirre-142) is the PicsArtist responsible for this Photo of the Month entitled Lady Luck Aguirre edited this image to perfection transplanting a young lively and vibrant woman into a world of decay In this manner the photo speaks to us through contrast

Darkly lit ruins once full of life now sit forgotten surrounded by sick yellow skies The deteriorating building bears down on an unwary and carefree youth (Lady Luck) ambling at the mercy of its behemonth broken structure In this peculiar and eerie scene Aguirre captivates his audience while conveying the promise of the unexpected

In an ever-changing world Aguirre has captured the aesthetic beauty of a building that has passed its prime However in its old age the building has become something else entirely a peculiar and curious space open to imaginative interpretation This is perhaps the luck that the young lady pictured in the image and Aguirres audience have stumbled upon an unexpected opportunity to reflect on the present in light of the past Through his creative vision Aguirre allows us to study ourselves and the physical structures we leave behind for future generations

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A Photographerrsquos Guide to the US

The most unique shots in America and where to get them

Kelso San Dunes Mojave Desert

If yoursquore looking for a unique photography opportunity head for the Kelso Sand Dunes - mountainous piles of sand that seem to spring up from nowhere in the middle of the Mojave Desert The tallest dunes can rise up to 650 feet above the surrounding terrain In this setting a well-timed hike might allow you photograph the sunset from a phenomenal vantage point A couple words of caution be sure to take a flashlight in order to get back to your car and never go alone

If you donrsquot make it to the sand dunes dont despair The spectacular darkness of the Mojave desert translates into spectacular nighttime photography With almost no ambient light (apart from the stars and the vague glow over the horizon coming from Las Vegas) the Mojave is the perfect place to experiment with time lapse night shots and double exposures This is a surefire way to snap some fantastic shots

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The Redwood Forests California

If you drive down the west coast of California on Route 1 yoursquoll suddenly find yourself in a magical landscape of trees so tall that you feel like a tiny critter The redwood forests in California are truly a sight to behold and the deep ochre of the tree barks is spectacular to see

Driving through this area is fantastic but make sure that you park up and go exploring with your camera This is one of the best places for nature photography The way the light streams through the canopy in the late afternoon is nothing short of breathtaking a must see for every photographer

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Tucson Arizona

Tucson may not seem like a photographerrsquos haven and if you visit in July when the temperatures soar to over 100 degrees Fahrenheit it certainly wonrsquot feel like it either However the landscape of this often-forgotten city makes for some truly breathtaking sunsets and sunrises where flat land gives way to gorgeous mountains ensconced by sunlight

If you visit Tucson youll also find that it is an unlikely hotbed of culture and art With a history that goes back much further than many of its neighbors in the south west Tucson boasts remarkable architecture historic neighborhoods and museums not to mention the Mission San Xavier del Bac an 18th-century mission that is still functioning Whats more the city has a distinctly Western flavor in light of pervasive Native American and Mexican influences After the sun goes down yoursquoll also find art events and bars alive with music and bonding in a comfy college-town atmosphere which means that you can capture some great shots of people simply being themselves

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DIY Wall Decorations for Kids Room

Artists start young so here we want to show how you can nurture art into a child by decorating his room so he starts seeing and valuing creativity from his early days

This DIY tutorial is so easy to do that if you have elder children you can involve them in the process of making these awsome wall hangings Make a collage in minutes that will be an impressive surprise for everyone and give you a proud piece of original artwork to hang on the wall in your kids room

For this project yoursquoll need a color printer markers scissors glue 2 pieces of ordinary cardboard and 4 equal-sized colorfull cardboards or canvas

Step 1 PrintFind some awesome characters online by either browsing clipart in the PicsArt Shop or googling cartoon images Also print out some basic colors or patterns to cut into shapes If you dont like the color of your background cardboards or canvases you can either color them with paint or print out patterns to make your backgrounds more colorful

Step 2 CutCut out your characters carefully and glue them on cardboard Now cut out the cardboard in the shape of your characters Be sure to cut out shapes for the scenery of your collage like clouds and trees There is no need to glue them on an additional cardboard if you do not want to make them look 3D

Step 3 Create 3D ElementsIdentify some parts of the animals you want to highlight like tails eyes or ears Cut out two of those parts from cardboard and glue one over the other so that the one with patterns stays on top

Step 4 GlueGlue your shapes onto 4 pieces of cardboard Start with the scenery (trees and clouds) then glue on your characters then glue on their cool colored double-layered body parts to make them stand out As a result you will have 3D-like animals or any other items you want

Step 6 Draw Parts and Write MessagesYou can draw some fine elements into your collage using ordinary colorful markers You can also write a message on your collage with a marker Your creations are now ready to make your child smile

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Danielrsquos Twisted Animal Crime LineupGreat artists know how to turn heads with their art and that is certainly the case with PicsArtist of the Month Daniel (n3cr0n0m1c0n) However when he turns heads he turns them into something else Daniel has recently unveiled a series of photos that replace the head of a human body with various animal heads - the only exception being an awesome Star Wars stormtrooper helmet

In each photo of the series Daniels body dons a different head Nevertheless he is shown wearing the same clothes - a leather jacket with a zipper that runs diagonally across his torso into the side of his collar The thing about Danielrsquos photos is that the details of their construction work really well together to create a dark artistic vision with grungy undertones

Despite this odd synergy each photo is posed with a nonchalance that seems to undermine the strangeness of it all every shot displaying the emotional expression of a criminal lineup or mugshot The body takes on a neutral stance and the animal heads stare with vacant expressions as if silently counting the seconds for the camera shutter to click so they can walk off and do something else The overall emotional effect is weird uneasy slightly comic and extremely captivating

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Creative Edits A City on a Back of an AnimalThe PicsArt editor makes really cool editing tricks easily available to anyone who has the will and imagination You can create some really amazing surreal images with PicsArt and to show you what we mean we have created a tutorial on how to raise an entire city on the back of an animal by combining photos and applying effects This tutorial also introduces users to our recently added feature for Android devices which lets users create their own custom clipart Follow these simple steps to become a photo wizard with PicsArt

TUTORIAL Editing

Step 1 Open Your Photo

Upload an animal photo from the Photo section of the main menu Make sure that your photo features a brightly lit animal in front of a dark background

Step 2 Apply the Cinerama Effect to the Main Photo

Select the Effects icon and choose the Cinerama effect from the Fx section of the Effects menu Save and confirm with checkmark

Step 3 Add a New Photo

Select the Add Photo icon and add a photo of the city you want to place on the back of the animal

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Step 4 Apply the Cinerama Effect

Select the top left icon (the Effect icon) from the menu that appears after you add a photo Apply the Cinerama effect just like you did with your main photo

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Step 5 Cut and Create Clipart

Select the Scissors icon from the top menu (ie the Free Crop option) Choose the Lasso option by clicking on the Brush icon Use the lasso to cut out the skyline of your city from the background Press the Save as Clipart button at the top of the screen to save your selection as a clipart image This will save your selection in My Clipart section allowing you to reuse it on any image whenever you need it

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Step 6 Place and Blend the Image

Adjust the size of your city and place it on the back of the animal Select and apply the Lighten blending mode from the menu

below Confirm the changes you have made

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Step 7 Shape Masks

Select the Shape Mask icon and choose a shape to frame your photo Reduce the opacity to around 30 to go with your shot Confirm and save your creation

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How to Draw Amazing Anime

Step by Step Tutorial

Anime has a unique style that has garnered global popularity even fanaticism This tutorial demonstrates how to make your very own anime using PicsArt Drawing Tools and your smart device

See how PicsArt Drawing Tools make drawing fun and easy and use this step by step tutorial to create your very own anime Who knows Maybe one day your anime will become the main character for your own cartoon or comics

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Step 1 Draw the Basic Outline

Draw a basic outline of your anime character using simple strokes in a light blue color so that you will be able to distinguish it from other outlines later on

Step 2 Refine your Outline

Add a new layer and use your previous layer as a guide to draw a more precise outline Delete the layer with the blue outline when finished

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Step 4 Add Color

Use thick colorful brushes to add the basic first layer of colors to your drawing

Step 3 Final Outline

Reduce the opacity and add a new layer for your final outline Trace a final outline using clean and deliberate strokes Make sure you get all of your details exactly right and correct previous mistakes Delete or hide previous outline layer when done

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Step 5 Add Shading

Add a new layer and outline the areas of your drawing you would like to shade Color this outline in black when you are ready

Step 6 Background Color

Reduce the opacity of your shade layer for a more subtle shade Use brighter tones to add lighting and reflection in your drawing Finish your drawing by using a translucent brush to add shading and texture to your background This creates ambiance and gives your anime character that final touch of realism it needs

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Design a Postcard that Encapsulates Summer VacationPicsArt has everything you need to create the perfect postcard using your summer photos With the right combination of masks texts and clipart you can create a professional card that perfectly captures the feelings and images of your fondest summer vacation memories

With this tutorial wersquoll show you an example of how to create a postcard step by step Yoursquoll be surprised at how easy it is to make something look so good in five easy steps

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Step 1 Upload a PhotoUpload a photo from the edit section of the main menu

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Step 2 Add Shape MaskSelect the Shape Mask icon from the menu bar and choose a shape mask that fits your photo best Customize the color size and opacity of the mask

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Step 3 2nd Shape MaskAdd a second Shape Mask with the same color and opacity as your previous one Reverse the mask by checking the box next to Inverse at the bottom right corner

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Step 4 Add TextPress the Text icon to add text to your postcard Add your text line by line to experiment with different fonts sizes and colors

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Step 5 Add ClipartPress the Clipart icon and choose clipart images to add that go with the theme of your postcard Customize the size and color to complete your postcard

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PicsArtist Roxyrsquos Visceral Mobile ArtThe series of abstract portraits created by PicsArtist Roxy HArt (roxyhart) are gripping Not only is her artwork raw and emotionally charged but it is rendered in a unique artistic fashion - all on her mobile phone

At times Roxy mixes her drawings with photography blending the two togehter with a variety of brush strokes and textures Roxy does not hold back when she faces inner anguish as an artist but rather injects this emotion into her work

Nevertheless some of her portraits are less jarring possessing a softer more poetic touch In these portraits her frustration gives way to melancholy as she tones down stark reds and peppers her portraits with faded yellows purples and blues

Not long ago terms like ldquomobile artrdquo were easily dismissed by the fine art mainstream but PicsArtists like Roxy prove that a tablet or smartphone can be just as powerful as a canvas and paintbrush The following collection of portraits by Roxy illustrate that even without the traditional tools mobile artwork retains emotion and authenticity

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WHATS NEW

PicsArtrsquos Exciting New Features for iOS and Android Devices

PicsArt recently released some exciting updates for Android and iOS Most of the new features were available for both platforms but they had their slight differences

The update included two new effects Dodger and Vintage Ivory The former softens your photo with pale colors and ambient lighting while the latter is inspired by vintage color palettes and resolutions but with a new whiter and brighter twist

PicsArt also gave users the ability to customize the colors of PicsArt Masks with a new Hue slider Shape masks offer the opportunity to choose from a variety of shapes to overlay on your photos and they have been made even better recently - by adding the option to customize them by texture in addition to the previously available color and opacity

For a quick fix and speedy share of an image we introduced the Auto Enhance tool which automatically brings you the basic best version of your image while still allowing you to customize in small ways

In addition to these commonly shared updates the two platforms have some differences as well iOS users can now customize their collages by adjusting the inner borders and can choose from a whole new variety of pre-made grids iOS users will also be excited about our updates in the Social Network as written tags and usernames written out in comments or photo descriptions now automatically become links to what they are referencing This will make it easier for users to discover each other as well as trending tags

Donrsquot worry Android users you have some cool stuff too We know that photo stealing has become an issue in our network so we have removed the save option for photos Now only photos that have freetoedit tag can be saved and reused by others If you do not tag your miages with that tag no one will be able to save them We hope that this will help prevent photo theft and preserve the artistic rights of our creative userbase

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A Brief Introduction to Photo History

Although photography as we know it is among the youngest of the major art forms its history can be traced back to ancient times Chinese philosopher Mo-Zi discussed the principles of a camera obscura in the 4th or 5th century BCE For two thousand years it was known as a small dark room (or box) with a tiny hole in one wall through which light shone and projected an inverted image

During the late 1500s Giambattista della Portia perfected its design by adding a convex lens to the hole making a sharper more detailed image Camera obscuras allowed artists to trace a scene in ink for a more faithful reproduction

The Early Days of Image Processing

The 18th and 19th centuries saw a multitude of methods for image processing and creation In 1727 Johann Schulze mixed chalk silver and nitric acid - a very early photosensitive compound - noting that one side of the flask darkened when exposed to sunlight In 1816 Joseph Niceacutephore Nieacutepce created the worlds first photograph by coating a metal plate in a silver chloride solution and exposing it to light for 8 hours However he did not discover a way of permanently fixing

the image for another decadeWilliam Henry Fox Talbot applied Nieacutepces recipe to paper in 1834 fixing the images with a salt solution and eventually patenting the first paper negative as the ldquoCalotyperdquo in 1841

Meanwhile Louis Daguerre was creating the Daguerrotype by coating copper sheets in silver iodide creating a metal negative which he developed in a solution of mercury These two inventions lead to the creation of photography To that end on August 19 1839 the French government publicly acknowledged the invention of photography

The first glass negative was made by Frederick Scott Archer in 1851 using a wet plate collodion process During the 1850s the tintype photograph emerged this made the negative image appear positive by exposing it onto a dark-coloured metal sheet coated with collodion which made the shadows appear light and the highlights dark

In 1861 James Clerk-Maxwell realized that he could photograph a scene three times through a red blue and green filter and project the images on top of each other to create a full-colour image

Finally in 1871 Richard Leach Maddox suspended the silver solution in gelatin creating the dry emulsion which sent photography skyrocketing It was applied first to glass negatives but would later find its way onto the thin plastic film that made photography possible for the public at large

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The Photographic Boom

By 1878 glass plate negatives were being manufactured commercially and in 1880 George Eastman opened what would become the Eastman-Kodak company Within ten years he was producing roll film and in 1900 released the first personal camera the Kodak Brownie In 1907 the Lumiegravere Brothers released the first commercial colour film

Oscar Barnack working for Leitz microscopes pushed camera invention forward in 1914 with the first 35mm camera which was improved upon and released in 1924 as the first Leica camera 1936 saw the introduction of the modern SLR (single-lens reflex camera) as well as the legendary Kodachrome film which finally made colour photography popular Polaroid would release instant black-and-white film in 1948 followed by the colour version in 1963

Students from the Emerson School for GirlsSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

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Unidentified Woman in Nine Oval ViewsSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

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The Digital Takeover

The first digital camera was invented in 1975 by Steve Sasson of Kodak using CCD sensor technology invented by Willard Boyle and George Smith in 1969 The birth of auto focus came with Minoltas Maxxum in 1985 paving the way for the worlds first commercially-available digital SLR ndash Kodaks 13 megapixel DCS-100 which sold in 1991 for $30000 USD Eight years later Nikon would wrestle away Kodaks dominance of the photo industry with the release of the D1 a 27MP model which went for a comparatively modest $6000

In 2003 Canon released the Digital Rebel the first consumer-level DSLR with a price tag under $1000 followed two years later by the first full-frame digital camera the 5D

Adobe hopped on the digital wave with the creation of Photoshop in 1990

A decade later the first camera phone was developed by Sharp in the early years of the new millennium Kodak ceased all production of film cameras in 2004 and even though the variety has been pared down they continue to produce film for the die-hard analog market

In the past ten years the major camera companies have focused their research and development almost entirely on improving their digital technology which has now begun to plateau The possibilities for future ingenuity now lay wide open with endless photographic possibilities waiting just over the horizon

The Reading EstablishmentAttributed to William Henry Fox Talbot (British 1800ndash1877)

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Lola MontezSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

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Lemuel ShawSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

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Louis-Jacques-Mandeacute DaguerreJohn Jabez Edwin Mayall (British Oldham Lancashire 1813ndash1901 West Sussex)

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View Down Brattle Street from the Southworth amp Hawes Studio at 5 12 Tremont Row Boston

Southworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)Medium Daguerreotype

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Interview with Celebrity Photographer Jason Bell Having shot for publications like Vanity Fair Vogue photographed royals and had some of his work submitted into Britainrsquos National Portrait Gallery Jason Bell has cemented his place as one of the foremost portrait photographers of his generation He has published four books and received more accolades than we have room to mention In any case Jasonrsquos work is the gold-standard when it comes to peering past the face and into the soul of subject model or celebrity His work has fascinated us for some time so we interviewed him to learn more about his work and career

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INERVIEW

All images by and copyright of Jason Bell

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How did you become a photographer

I just always was I took pictures a lot as a child and then when I was at school I was given the keys to the school dark room which I remember finding a magical place It just carried on from there

You actually studied Politics Philosophy and Economics at Oxford and as of today you have photographed some of the most powerful individuals on earth from presidents to royals Is there a correlation there

I am a strong believer in researching the people I photograph so I think it helps that my education has given me an understanding of what some of them do

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What was it like to take the official christening photographs of Prince George

It was an honour to be asked Everyone kept telling me beforehand how nervous I would be and that I must be so stressed But I actually felt very relaxed throughout They gave me all the time I needed to prepare and were very friendly and relaxed I enjoyed it

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Many of your photos are part of the permanent collection of the National Portrait Gallery the United Kingdomrsquos official gallery for portraits of historical British people Your work is national history How does this feel

I try not to think of it in those terms but more about what I want to say about the person Irsquom photographing or what I can encourage them to reveal

Are there any portraits of yours in the National Portrait Gallery that stand out as favourites

My favourites tend to be favourites because they are people I have felt a particular connection with or even become friends with I try to do that with everyone I photograph but obviously it happens with some people more than others

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Yoursquove captured a lot of artists and entertainers as well What is it like photographing celebrities

I am lucky in that I photographed some famous people very early on in my career so I got used to it very quickly and it is not something that I find difficult to deal with at all now They are just people like everybody else and usually enjoy being treated as such

You did the movie posters for modern British classic like Billy Elliot and Love Actually How is shooting a movie poster different from capturing a portrait

It tends to be much more art directed so I have less freedom to just do what I want and have to follow a brief more carefully In those instances I try to follow that brief and then give them something in addition that they maybe didnrsquot know they wanted

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Have you ever photographed someone who had maybe been a role model of some kind for you or maybe just admired greatly

Yes - very early on in my career I was sent to Iceland to photograph Bjork I had been listening to that first album of hers all summer and so was a bit of a fan It actually kind of got in the way initially me being a fan and I had to get past that as quickly as possible to find the person I wanted to photograph

What was the most surreal moment you ever experienced during a photography shoot

I was shooting a campaign for the Royal Opera House of a Chinese opera singer called Liping Zhang in a beautiful area near the Mongolian border We were assured the weather would be OK since it was late spring but a freak snowstorm came through so we were all freezing and inappropriately dressed and we had to bundle her up in Chinese army coats to keep her warm and at the last moment there was so much snow we couldnrsquot even drive her to the spot where I wanted to photograph her so in order to get her there we had to rent a camel to put her on

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What advice would you give to amatuer photographers

Many of the students and amateurs who come to see me show me a little bit of everything That is unlikely to get you commissioned when you are starting out So I think itrsquos better to concentrate on one thing and do it very well at the beginning and then when that goes well you can branch out

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Bewitched by BlightA building in ruins hangs together by what seems like threads One of the upper floors sags precariously just inches above the head of a young woman who strolls absent-mindedly with a teddy-bear in hand It seems possible that at any moment the whole structure could come crashing down Lady Luck we presume

Danny Aguirre (danny-aguirre-142) is the PicsArtist responsible for this Photo of the Month entitled Lady Luck Aguirre edited this image to perfection transplanting a young lively and vibrant woman into a world of decay In this manner the photo speaks to us through contrast

Darkly lit ruins once full of life now sit forgotten surrounded by sick yellow skies The deteriorating building bears down on an unwary and carefree youth (Lady Luck) ambling at the mercy of its behemonth broken structure In this peculiar and eerie scene Aguirre captivates his audience while conveying the promise of the unexpected

In an ever-changing world Aguirre has captured the aesthetic beauty of a building that has passed its prime However in its old age the building has become something else entirely a peculiar and curious space open to imaginative interpretation This is perhaps the luck that the young lady pictured in the image and Aguirres audience have stumbled upon an unexpected opportunity to reflect on the present in light of the past Through his creative vision Aguirre allows us to study ourselves and the physical structures we leave behind for future generations

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A Photographerrsquos Guide to the US

The most unique shots in America and where to get them

Kelso San Dunes Mojave Desert

If yoursquore looking for a unique photography opportunity head for the Kelso Sand Dunes - mountainous piles of sand that seem to spring up from nowhere in the middle of the Mojave Desert The tallest dunes can rise up to 650 feet above the surrounding terrain In this setting a well-timed hike might allow you photograph the sunset from a phenomenal vantage point A couple words of caution be sure to take a flashlight in order to get back to your car and never go alone

If you donrsquot make it to the sand dunes dont despair The spectacular darkness of the Mojave desert translates into spectacular nighttime photography With almost no ambient light (apart from the stars and the vague glow over the horizon coming from Las Vegas) the Mojave is the perfect place to experiment with time lapse night shots and double exposures This is a surefire way to snap some fantastic shots

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The Redwood Forests California

If you drive down the west coast of California on Route 1 yoursquoll suddenly find yourself in a magical landscape of trees so tall that you feel like a tiny critter The redwood forests in California are truly a sight to behold and the deep ochre of the tree barks is spectacular to see

Driving through this area is fantastic but make sure that you park up and go exploring with your camera This is one of the best places for nature photography The way the light streams through the canopy in the late afternoon is nothing short of breathtaking a must see for every photographer

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Tucson Arizona

Tucson may not seem like a photographerrsquos haven and if you visit in July when the temperatures soar to over 100 degrees Fahrenheit it certainly wonrsquot feel like it either However the landscape of this often-forgotten city makes for some truly breathtaking sunsets and sunrises where flat land gives way to gorgeous mountains ensconced by sunlight

If you visit Tucson youll also find that it is an unlikely hotbed of culture and art With a history that goes back much further than many of its neighbors in the south west Tucson boasts remarkable architecture historic neighborhoods and museums not to mention the Mission San Xavier del Bac an 18th-century mission that is still functioning Whats more the city has a distinctly Western flavor in light of pervasive Native American and Mexican influences After the sun goes down yoursquoll also find art events and bars alive with music and bonding in a comfy college-town atmosphere which means that you can capture some great shots of people simply being themselves

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DIY Wall Decorations for Kids Room

Artists start young so here we want to show how you can nurture art into a child by decorating his room so he starts seeing and valuing creativity from his early days

This DIY tutorial is so easy to do that if you have elder children you can involve them in the process of making these awsome wall hangings Make a collage in minutes that will be an impressive surprise for everyone and give you a proud piece of original artwork to hang on the wall in your kids room

For this project yoursquoll need a color printer markers scissors glue 2 pieces of ordinary cardboard and 4 equal-sized colorfull cardboards or canvas

Step 1 PrintFind some awesome characters online by either browsing clipart in the PicsArt Shop or googling cartoon images Also print out some basic colors or patterns to cut into shapes If you dont like the color of your background cardboards or canvases you can either color them with paint or print out patterns to make your backgrounds more colorful

Step 2 CutCut out your characters carefully and glue them on cardboard Now cut out the cardboard in the shape of your characters Be sure to cut out shapes for the scenery of your collage like clouds and trees There is no need to glue them on an additional cardboard if you do not want to make them look 3D

Step 3 Create 3D ElementsIdentify some parts of the animals you want to highlight like tails eyes or ears Cut out two of those parts from cardboard and glue one over the other so that the one with patterns stays on top

Step 4 GlueGlue your shapes onto 4 pieces of cardboard Start with the scenery (trees and clouds) then glue on your characters then glue on their cool colored double-layered body parts to make them stand out As a result you will have 3D-like animals or any other items you want

Step 6 Draw Parts and Write MessagesYou can draw some fine elements into your collage using ordinary colorful markers You can also write a message on your collage with a marker Your creations are now ready to make your child smile

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Danielrsquos Twisted Animal Crime LineupGreat artists know how to turn heads with their art and that is certainly the case with PicsArtist of the Month Daniel (n3cr0n0m1c0n) However when he turns heads he turns them into something else Daniel has recently unveiled a series of photos that replace the head of a human body with various animal heads - the only exception being an awesome Star Wars stormtrooper helmet

In each photo of the series Daniels body dons a different head Nevertheless he is shown wearing the same clothes - a leather jacket with a zipper that runs diagonally across his torso into the side of his collar The thing about Danielrsquos photos is that the details of their construction work really well together to create a dark artistic vision with grungy undertones

Despite this odd synergy each photo is posed with a nonchalance that seems to undermine the strangeness of it all every shot displaying the emotional expression of a criminal lineup or mugshot The body takes on a neutral stance and the animal heads stare with vacant expressions as if silently counting the seconds for the camera shutter to click so they can walk off and do something else The overall emotional effect is weird uneasy slightly comic and extremely captivating

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FEATURE Artist

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Creative Edits A City on a Back of an AnimalThe PicsArt editor makes really cool editing tricks easily available to anyone who has the will and imagination You can create some really amazing surreal images with PicsArt and to show you what we mean we have created a tutorial on how to raise an entire city on the back of an animal by combining photos and applying effects This tutorial also introduces users to our recently added feature for Android devices which lets users create their own custom clipart Follow these simple steps to become a photo wizard with PicsArt

TUTORIAL Editing

Step 1 Open Your Photo

Upload an animal photo from the Photo section of the main menu Make sure that your photo features a brightly lit animal in front of a dark background

Step 2 Apply the Cinerama Effect to the Main Photo

Select the Effects icon and choose the Cinerama effect from the Fx section of the Effects menu Save and confirm with checkmark

Step 3 Add a New Photo

Select the Add Photo icon and add a photo of the city you want to place on the back of the animal

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Step 4 Apply the Cinerama Effect

Select the top left icon (the Effect icon) from the menu that appears after you add a photo Apply the Cinerama effect just like you did with your main photo

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Step 5 Cut and Create Clipart

Select the Scissors icon from the top menu (ie the Free Crop option) Choose the Lasso option by clicking on the Brush icon Use the lasso to cut out the skyline of your city from the background Press the Save as Clipart button at the top of the screen to save your selection as a clipart image This will save your selection in My Clipart section allowing you to reuse it on any image whenever you need it

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Step 6 Place and Blend the Image

Adjust the size of your city and place it on the back of the animal Select and apply the Lighten blending mode from the menu

below Confirm the changes you have made

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Step 7 Shape Masks

Select the Shape Mask icon and choose a shape to frame your photo Reduce the opacity to around 30 to go with your shot Confirm and save your creation

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How to Draw Amazing Anime

Step by Step Tutorial

Anime has a unique style that has garnered global popularity even fanaticism This tutorial demonstrates how to make your very own anime using PicsArt Drawing Tools and your smart device

See how PicsArt Drawing Tools make drawing fun and easy and use this step by step tutorial to create your very own anime Who knows Maybe one day your anime will become the main character for your own cartoon or comics

TUTORIAL Drawing

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Step 1 Draw the Basic Outline

Draw a basic outline of your anime character using simple strokes in a light blue color so that you will be able to distinguish it from other outlines later on

Step 2 Refine your Outline

Add a new layer and use your previous layer as a guide to draw a more precise outline Delete the layer with the blue outline when finished

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Step 4 Add Color

Use thick colorful brushes to add the basic first layer of colors to your drawing

Step 3 Final Outline

Reduce the opacity and add a new layer for your final outline Trace a final outline using clean and deliberate strokes Make sure you get all of your details exactly right and correct previous mistakes Delete or hide previous outline layer when done

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Step 5 Add Shading

Add a new layer and outline the areas of your drawing you would like to shade Color this outline in black when you are ready

Step 6 Background Color

Reduce the opacity of your shade layer for a more subtle shade Use brighter tones to add lighting and reflection in your drawing Finish your drawing by using a translucent brush to add shading and texture to your background This creates ambiance and gives your anime character that final touch of realism it needs

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Design a Postcard that Encapsulates Summer VacationPicsArt has everything you need to create the perfect postcard using your summer photos With the right combination of masks texts and clipart you can create a professional card that perfectly captures the feelings and images of your fondest summer vacation memories

With this tutorial wersquoll show you an example of how to create a postcard step by step Yoursquoll be surprised at how easy it is to make something look so good in five easy steps

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Step 1 Upload a PhotoUpload a photo from the edit section of the main menu

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Step 2 Add Shape MaskSelect the Shape Mask icon from the menu bar and choose a shape mask that fits your photo best Customize the color size and opacity of the mask

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Step 3 2nd Shape MaskAdd a second Shape Mask with the same color and opacity as your previous one Reverse the mask by checking the box next to Inverse at the bottom right corner

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Step 4 Add TextPress the Text icon to add text to your postcard Add your text line by line to experiment with different fonts sizes and colors

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Step 5 Add ClipartPress the Clipart icon and choose clipart images to add that go with the theme of your postcard Customize the size and color to complete your postcard

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PicsArtist Roxyrsquos Visceral Mobile ArtThe series of abstract portraits created by PicsArtist Roxy HArt (roxyhart) are gripping Not only is her artwork raw and emotionally charged but it is rendered in a unique artistic fashion - all on her mobile phone

At times Roxy mixes her drawings with photography blending the two togehter with a variety of brush strokes and textures Roxy does not hold back when she faces inner anguish as an artist but rather injects this emotion into her work

Nevertheless some of her portraits are less jarring possessing a softer more poetic touch In these portraits her frustration gives way to melancholy as she tones down stark reds and peppers her portraits with faded yellows purples and blues

Not long ago terms like ldquomobile artrdquo were easily dismissed by the fine art mainstream but PicsArtists like Roxy prove that a tablet or smartphone can be just as powerful as a canvas and paintbrush The following collection of portraits by Roxy illustrate that even without the traditional tools mobile artwork retains emotion and authenticity

INSPIRATION Drawing

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WHATS NEW

PicsArtrsquos Exciting New Features for iOS and Android Devices

PicsArt recently released some exciting updates for Android and iOS Most of the new features were available for both platforms but they had their slight differences

The update included two new effects Dodger and Vintage Ivory The former softens your photo with pale colors and ambient lighting while the latter is inspired by vintage color palettes and resolutions but with a new whiter and brighter twist

PicsArt also gave users the ability to customize the colors of PicsArt Masks with a new Hue slider Shape masks offer the opportunity to choose from a variety of shapes to overlay on your photos and they have been made even better recently - by adding the option to customize them by texture in addition to the previously available color and opacity

For a quick fix and speedy share of an image we introduced the Auto Enhance tool which automatically brings you the basic best version of your image while still allowing you to customize in small ways

In addition to these commonly shared updates the two platforms have some differences as well iOS users can now customize their collages by adjusting the inner borders and can choose from a whole new variety of pre-made grids iOS users will also be excited about our updates in the Social Network as written tags and usernames written out in comments or photo descriptions now automatically become links to what they are referencing This will make it easier for users to discover each other as well as trending tags

Donrsquot worry Android users you have some cool stuff too We know that photo stealing has become an issue in our network so we have removed the save option for photos Now only photos that have freetoedit tag can be saved and reused by others If you do not tag your miages with that tag no one will be able to save them We hope that this will help prevent photo theft and preserve the artistic rights of our creative userbase

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A Brief Introduction to Photo History

Although photography as we know it is among the youngest of the major art forms its history can be traced back to ancient times Chinese philosopher Mo-Zi discussed the principles of a camera obscura in the 4th or 5th century BCE For two thousand years it was known as a small dark room (or box) with a tiny hole in one wall through which light shone and projected an inverted image

During the late 1500s Giambattista della Portia perfected its design by adding a convex lens to the hole making a sharper more detailed image Camera obscuras allowed artists to trace a scene in ink for a more faithful reproduction

The Early Days of Image Processing

The 18th and 19th centuries saw a multitude of methods for image processing and creation In 1727 Johann Schulze mixed chalk silver and nitric acid - a very early photosensitive compound - noting that one side of the flask darkened when exposed to sunlight In 1816 Joseph Niceacutephore Nieacutepce created the worlds first photograph by coating a metal plate in a silver chloride solution and exposing it to light for 8 hours However he did not discover a way of permanently fixing

the image for another decadeWilliam Henry Fox Talbot applied Nieacutepces recipe to paper in 1834 fixing the images with a salt solution and eventually patenting the first paper negative as the ldquoCalotyperdquo in 1841

Meanwhile Louis Daguerre was creating the Daguerrotype by coating copper sheets in silver iodide creating a metal negative which he developed in a solution of mercury These two inventions lead to the creation of photography To that end on August 19 1839 the French government publicly acknowledged the invention of photography

The first glass negative was made by Frederick Scott Archer in 1851 using a wet plate collodion process During the 1850s the tintype photograph emerged this made the negative image appear positive by exposing it onto a dark-coloured metal sheet coated with collodion which made the shadows appear light and the highlights dark

In 1861 James Clerk-Maxwell realized that he could photograph a scene three times through a red blue and green filter and project the images on top of each other to create a full-colour image

Finally in 1871 Richard Leach Maddox suspended the silver solution in gelatin creating the dry emulsion which sent photography skyrocketing It was applied first to glass negatives but would later find its way onto the thin plastic film that made photography possible for the public at large

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The Photographic Boom

By 1878 glass plate negatives were being manufactured commercially and in 1880 George Eastman opened what would become the Eastman-Kodak company Within ten years he was producing roll film and in 1900 released the first personal camera the Kodak Brownie In 1907 the Lumiegravere Brothers released the first commercial colour film

Oscar Barnack working for Leitz microscopes pushed camera invention forward in 1914 with the first 35mm camera which was improved upon and released in 1924 as the first Leica camera 1936 saw the introduction of the modern SLR (single-lens reflex camera) as well as the legendary Kodachrome film which finally made colour photography popular Polaroid would release instant black-and-white film in 1948 followed by the colour version in 1963

Students from the Emerson School for GirlsSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

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Unidentified Woman in Nine Oval ViewsSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

Medium Daguerreotype

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The Digital Takeover

The first digital camera was invented in 1975 by Steve Sasson of Kodak using CCD sensor technology invented by Willard Boyle and George Smith in 1969 The birth of auto focus came with Minoltas Maxxum in 1985 paving the way for the worlds first commercially-available digital SLR ndash Kodaks 13 megapixel DCS-100 which sold in 1991 for $30000 USD Eight years later Nikon would wrestle away Kodaks dominance of the photo industry with the release of the D1 a 27MP model which went for a comparatively modest $6000

In 2003 Canon released the Digital Rebel the first consumer-level DSLR with a price tag under $1000 followed two years later by the first full-frame digital camera the 5D

Adobe hopped on the digital wave with the creation of Photoshop in 1990

A decade later the first camera phone was developed by Sharp in the early years of the new millennium Kodak ceased all production of film cameras in 2004 and even though the variety has been pared down they continue to produce film for the die-hard analog market

In the past ten years the major camera companies have focused their research and development almost entirely on improving their digital technology which has now begun to plateau The possibilities for future ingenuity now lay wide open with endless photographic possibilities waiting just over the horizon

The Reading EstablishmentAttributed to William Henry Fox Talbot (British 1800ndash1877)

Medium Salted paper prints from paper negatives

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Lola MontezSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

Medium Daguerreotype

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Lemuel ShawSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

Medium Daguerreotype

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Louis-Jacques-Mandeacute DaguerreJohn Jabez Edwin Mayall (British Oldham Lancashire 1813ndash1901 West Sussex)

Medium Albumen silver print from glass negative

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View Down Brattle Street from the Southworth amp Hawes Studio at 5 12 Tremont Row Boston

Southworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)Medium Daguerreotype

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Interview with Celebrity Photographer Jason Bell Having shot for publications like Vanity Fair Vogue photographed royals and had some of his work submitted into Britainrsquos National Portrait Gallery Jason Bell has cemented his place as one of the foremost portrait photographers of his generation He has published four books and received more accolades than we have room to mention In any case Jasonrsquos work is the gold-standard when it comes to peering past the face and into the soul of subject model or celebrity His work has fascinated us for some time so we interviewed him to learn more about his work and career

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INERVIEW

All images by and copyright of Jason Bell

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How did you become a photographer

I just always was I took pictures a lot as a child and then when I was at school I was given the keys to the school dark room which I remember finding a magical place It just carried on from there

You actually studied Politics Philosophy and Economics at Oxford and as of today you have photographed some of the most powerful individuals on earth from presidents to royals Is there a correlation there

I am a strong believer in researching the people I photograph so I think it helps that my education has given me an understanding of what some of them do

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What was it like to take the official christening photographs of Prince George

It was an honour to be asked Everyone kept telling me beforehand how nervous I would be and that I must be so stressed But I actually felt very relaxed throughout They gave me all the time I needed to prepare and were very friendly and relaxed I enjoyed it

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Many of your photos are part of the permanent collection of the National Portrait Gallery the United Kingdomrsquos official gallery for portraits of historical British people Your work is national history How does this feel

I try not to think of it in those terms but more about what I want to say about the person Irsquom photographing or what I can encourage them to reveal

Are there any portraits of yours in the National Portrait Gallery that stand out as favourites

My favourites tend to be favourites because they are people I have felt a particular connection with or even become friends with I try to do that with everyone I photograph but obviously it happens with some people more than others

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Yoursquove captured a lot of artists and entertainers as well What is it like photographing celebrities

I am lucky in that I photographed some famous people very early on in my career so I got used to it very quickly and it is not something that I find difficult to deal with at all now They are just people like everybody else and usually enjoy being treated as such

You did the movie posters for modern British classic like Billy Elliot and Love Actually How is shooting a movie poster different from capturing a portrait

It tends to be much more art directed so I have less freedom to just do what I want and have to follow a brief more carefully In those instances I try to follow that brief and then give them something in addition that they maybe didnrsquot know they wanted

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Have you ever photographed someone who had maybe been a role model of some kind for you or maybe just admired greatly

Yes - very early on in my career I was sent to Iceland to photograph Bjork I had been listening to that first album of hers all summer and so was a bit of a fan It actually kind of got in the way initially me being a fan and I had to get past that as quickly as possible to find the person I wanted to photograph

What was the most surreal moment you ever experienced during a photography shoot

I was shooting a campaign for the Royal Opera House of a Chinese opera singer called Liping Zhang in a beautiful area near the Mongolian border We were assured the weather would be OK since it was late spring but a freak snowstorm came through so we were all freezing and inappropriately dressed and we had to bundle her up in Chinese army coats to keep her warm and at the last moment there was so much snow we couldnrsquot even drive her to the spot where I wanted to photograph her so in order to get her there we had to rent a camel to put her on

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What advice would you give to amatuer photographers

Many of the students and amateurs who come to see me show me a little bit of everything That is unlikely to get you commissioned when you are starting out So I think itrsquos better to concentrate on one thing and do it very well at the beginning and then when that goes well you can branch out

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Bewitched by BlightA building in ruins hangs together by what seems like threads One of the upper floors sags precariously just inches above the head of a young woman who strolls absent-mindedly with a teddy-bear in hand It seems possible that at any moment the whole structure could come crashing down Lady Luck we presume

Danny Aguirre (danny-aguirre-142) is the PicsArtist responsible for this Photo of the Month entitled Lady Luck Aguirre edited this image to perfection transplanting a young lively and vibrant woman into a world of decay In this manner the photo speaks to us through contrast

Darkly lit ruins once full of life now sit forgotten surrounded by sick yellow skies The deteriorating building bears down on an unwary and carefree youth (Lady Luck) ambling at the mercy of its behemonth broken structure In this peculiar and eerie scene Aguirre captivates his audience while conveying the promise of the unexpected

In an ever-changing world Aguirre has captured the aesthetic beauty of a building that has passed its prime However in its old age the building has become something else entirely a peculiar and curious space open to imaginative interpretation This is perhaps the luck that the young lady pictured in the image and Aguirres audience have stumbled upon an unexpected opportunity to reflect on the present in light of the past Through his creative vision Aguirre allows us to study ourselves and the physical structures we leave behind for future generations

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A Photographerrsquos Guide to the US

The most unique shots in America and where to get them

Kelso San Dunes Mojave Desert

If yoursquore looking for a unique photography opportunity head for the Kelso Sand Dunes - mountainous piles of sand that seem to spring up from nowhere in the middle of the Mojave Desert The tallest dunes can rise up to 650 feet above the surrounding terrain In this setting a well-timed hike might allow you photograph the sunset from a phenomenal vantage point A couple words of caution be sure to take a flashlight in order to get back to your car and never go alone

If you donrsquot make it to the sand dunes dont despair The spectacular darkness of the Mojave desert translates into spectacular nighttime photography With almost no ambient light (apart from the stars and the vague glow over the horizon coming from Las Vegas) the Mojave is the perfect place to experiment with time lapse night shots and double exposures This is a surefire way to snap some fantastic shots

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The Redwood Forests California

If you drive down the west coast of California on Route 1 yoursquoll suddenly find yourself in a magical landscape of trees so tall that you feel like a tiny critter The redwood forests in California are truly a sight to behold and the deep ochre of the tree barks is spectacular to see

Driving through this area is fantastic but make sure that you park up and go exploring with your camera This is one of the best places for nature photography The way the light streams through the canopy in the late afternoon is nothing short of breathtaking a must see for every photographer

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Tucson Arizona

Tucson may not seem like a photographerrsquos haven and if you visit in July when the temperatures soar to over 100 degrees Fahrenheit it certainly wonrsquot feel like it either However the landscape of this often-forgotten city makes for some truly breathtaking sunsets and sunrises where flat land gives way to gorgeous mountains ensconced by sunlight

If you visit Tucson youll also find that it is an unlikely hotbed of culture and art With a history that goes back much further than many of its neighbors in the south west Tucson boasts remarkable architecture historic neighborhoods and museums not to mention the Mission San Xavier del Bac an 18th-century mission that is still functioning Whats more the city has a distinctly Western flavor in light of pervasive Native American and Mexican influences After the sun goes down yoursquoll also find art events and bars alive with music and bonding in a comfy college-town atmosphere which means that you can capture some great shots of people simply being themselves

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DIY Wall Decorations for Kids Room

Artists start young so here we want to show how you can nurture art into a child by decorating his room so he starts seeing and valuing creativity from his early days

This DIY tutorial is so easy to do that if you have elder children you can involve them in the process of making these awsome wall hangings Make a collage in minutes that will be an impressive surprise for everyone and give you a proud piece of original artwork to hang on the wall in your kids room

For this project yoursquoll need a color printer markers scissors glue 2 pieces of ordinary cardboard and 4 equal-sized colorfull cardboards or canvas

Step 1 PrintFind some awesome characters online by either browsing clipart in the PicsArt Shop or googling cartoon images Also print out some basic colors or patterns to cut into shapes If you dont like the color of your background cardboards or canvases you can either color them with paint or print out patterns to make your backgrounds more colorful

Step 2 CutCut out your characters carefully and glue them on cardboard Now cut out the cardboard in the shape of your characters Be sure to cut out shapes for the scenery of your collage like clouds and trees There is no need to glue them on an additional cardboard if you do not want to make them look 3D

Step 3 Create 3D ElementsIdentify some parts of the animals you want to highlight like tails eyes or ears Cut out two of those parts from cardboard and glue one over the other so that the one with patterns stays on top

Step 4 GlueGlue your shapes onto 4 pieces of cardboard Start with the scenery (trees and clouds) then glue on your characters then glue on their cool colored double-layered body parts to make them stand out As a result you will have 3D-like animals or any other items you want

Step 6 Draw Parts and Write MessagesYou can draw some fine elements into your collage using ordinary colorful markers You can also write a message on your collage with a marker Your creations are now ready to make your child smile

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Danielrsquos Twisted Animal Crime LineupGreat artists know how to turn heads with their art and that is certainly the case with PicsArtist of the Month Daniel (n3cr0n0m1c0n) However when he turns heads he turns them into something else Daniel has recently unveiled a series of photos that replace the head of a human body with various animal heads - the only exception being an awesome Star Wars stormtrooper helmet

In each photo of the series Daniels body dons a different head Nevertheless he is shown wearing the same clothes - a leather jacket with a zipper that runs diagonally across his torso into the side of his collar The thing about Danielrsquos photos is that the details of their construction work really well together to create a dark artistic vision with grungy undertones

Despite this odd synergy each photo is posed with a nonchalance that seems to undermine the strangeness of it all every shot displaying the emotional expression of a criminal lineup or mugshot The body takes on a neutral stance and the animal heads stare with vacant expressions as if silently counting the seconds for the camera shutter to click so they can walk off and do something else The overall emotional effect is weird uneasy slightly comic and extremely captivating

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FEATURE Artist

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TUTORIAL Editing

Step 1 Open Your Photo

Upload an animal photo from the Photo section of the main menu Make sure that your photo features a brightly lit animal in front of a dark background

Step 2 Apply the Cinerama Effect to the Main Photo

Select the Effects icon and choose the Cinerama effect from the Fx section of the Effects menu Save and confirm with checkmark

Step 3 Add a New Photo

Select the Add Photo icon and add a photo of the city you want to place on the back of the animal

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Step 4 Apply the Cinerama Effect

Select the top left icon (the Effect icon) from the menu that appears after you add a photo Apply the Cinerama effect just like you did with your main photo

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Step 5 Cut and Create Clipart

Select the Scissors icon from the top menu (ie the Free Crop option) Choose the Lasso option by clicking on the Brush icon Use the lasso to cut out the skyline of your city from the background Press the Save as Clipart button at the top of the screen to save your selection as a clipart image This will save your selection in My Clipart section allowing you to reuse it on any image whenever you need it

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Step 6 Place and Blend the Image

Adjust the size of your city and place it on the back of the animal Select and apply the Lighten blending mode from the menu

below Confirm the changes you have made

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Step 7 Shape Masks

Select the Shape Mask icon and choose a shape to frame your photo Reduce the opacity to around 30 to go with your shot Confirm and save your creation

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How to Draw Amazing Anime

Step by Step Tutorial

Anime has a unique style that has garnered global popularity even fanaticism This tutorial demonstrates how to make your very own anime using PicsArt Drawing Tools and your smart device

See how PicsArt Drawing Tools make drawing fun and easy and use this step by step tutorial to create your very own anime Who knows Maybe one day your anime will become the main character for your own cartoon or comics

TUTORIAL Drawing

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Step 1 Draw the Basic Outline

Draw a basic outline of your anime character using simple strokes in a light blue color so that you will be able to distinguish it from other outlines later on

Step 2 Refine your Outline

Add a new layer and use your previous layer as a guide to draw a more precise outline Delete the layer with the blue outline when finished

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Step 4 Add Color

Use thick colorful brushes to add the basic first layer of colors to your drawing

Step 3 Final Outline

Reduce the opacity and add a new layer for your final outline Trace a final outline using clean and deliberate strokes Make sure you get all of your details exactly right and correct previous mistakes Delete or hide previous outline layer when done

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Step 5 Add Shading

Add a new layer and outline the areas of your drawing you would like to shade Color this outline in black when you are ready

Step 6 Background Color

Reduce the opacity of your shade layer for a more subtle shade Use brighter tones to add lighting and reflection in your drawing Finish your drawing by using a translucent brush to add shading and texture to your background This creates ambiance and gives your anime character that final touch of realism it needs

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Design a Postcard that Encapsulates Summer VacationPicsArt has everything you need to create the perfect postcard using your summer photos With the right combination of masks texts and clipart you can create a professional card that perfectly captures the feelings and images of your fondest summer vacation memories

With this tutorial wersquoll show you an example of how to create a postcard step by step Yoursquoll be surprised at how easy it is to make something look so good in five easy steps

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Step 1 Upload a PhotoUpload a photo from the edit section of the main menu

TUTORIAL Design

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Step 2 Add Shape MaskSelect the Shape Mask icon from the menu bar and choose a shape mask that fits your photo best Customize the color size and opacity of the mask

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Step 3 2nd Shape MaskAdd a second Shape Mask with the same color and opacity as your previous one Reverse the mask by checking the box next to Inverse at the bottom right corner

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Step 4 Add TextPress the Text icon to add text to your postcard Add your text line by line to experiment with different fonts sizes and colors

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Step 5 Add ClipartPress the Clipart icon and choose clipart images to add that go with the theme of your postcard Customize the size and color to complete your postcard

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PicsArtist Roxyrsquos Visceral Mobile ArtThe series of abstract portraits created by PicsArtist Roxy HArt (roxyhart) are gripping Not only is her artwork raw and emotionally charged but it is rendered in a unique artistic fashion - all on her mobile phone

At times Roxy mixes her drawings with photography blending the two togehter with a variety of brush strokes and textures Roxy does not hold back when she faces inner anguish as an artist but rather injects this emotion into her work

Nevertheless some of her portraits are less jarring possessing a softer more poetic touch In these portraits her frustration gives way to melancholy as she tones down stark reds and peppers her portraits with faded yellows purples and blues

Not long ago terms like ldquomobile artrdquo were easily dismissed by the fine art mainstream but PicsArtists like Roxy prove that a tablet or smartphone can be just as powerful as a canvas and paintbrush The following collection of portraits by Roxy illustrate that even without the traditional tools mobile artwork retains emotion and authenticity

INSPIRATION Drawing

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WHATS NEW

PicsArtrsquos Exciting New Features for iOS and Android Devices

PicsArt recently released some exciting updates for Android and iOS Most of the new features were available for both platforms but they had their slight differences

The update included two new effects Dodger and Vintage Ivory The former softens your photo with pale colors and ambient lighting while the latter is inspired by vintage color palettes and resolutions but with a new whiter and brighter twist

PicsArt also gave users the ability to customize the colors of PicsArt Masks with a new Hue slider Shape masks offer the opportunity to choose from a variety of shapes to overlay on your photos and they have been made even better recently - by adding the option to customize them by texture in addition to the previously available color and opacity

For a quick fix and speedy share of an image we introduced the Auto Enhance tool which automatically brings you the basic best version of your image while still allowing you to customize in small ways

In addition to these commonly shared updates the two platforms have some differences as well iOS users can now customize their collages by adjusting the inner borders and can choose from a whole new variety of pre-made grids iOS users will also be excited about our updates in the Social Network as written tags and usernames written out in comments or photo descriptions now automatically become links to what they are referencing This will make it easier for users to discover each other as well as trending tags

Donrsquot worry Android users you have some cool stuff too We know that photo stealing has become an issue in our network so we have removed the save option for photos Now only photos that have freetoedit tag can be saved and reused by others If you do not tag your miages with that tag no one will be able to save them We hope that this will help prevent photo theft and preserve the artistic rights of our creative userbase

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A Brief Introduction to Photo History

Although photography as we know it is among the youngest of the major art forms its history can be traced back to ancient times Chinese philosopher Mo-Zi discussed the principles of a camera obscura in the 4th or 5th century BCE For two thousand years it was known as a small dark room (or box) with a tiny hole in one wall through which light shone and projected an inverted image

During the late 1500s Giambattista della Portia perfected its design by adding a convex lens to the hole making a sharper more detailed image Camera obscuras allowed artists to trace a scene in ink for a more faithful reproduction

The Early Days of Image Processing

The 18th and 19th centuries saw a multitude of methods for image processing and creation In 1727 Johann Schulze mixed chalk silver and nitric acid - a very early photosensitive compound - noting that one side of the flask darkened when exposed to sunlight In 1816 Joseph Niceacutephore Nieacutepce created the worlds first photograph by coating a metal plate in a silver chloride solution and exposing it to light for 8 hours However he did not discover a way of permanently fixing

the image for another decadeWilliam Henry Fox Talbot applied Nieacutepces recipe to paper in 1834 fixing the images with a salt solution and eventually patenting the first paper negative as the ldquoCalotyperdquo in 1841

Meanwhile Louis Daguerre was creating the Daguerrotype by coating copper sheets in silver iodide creating a metal negative which he developed in a solution of mercury These two inventions lead to the creation of photography To that end on August 19 1839 the French government publicly acknowledged the invention of photography

The first glass negative was made by Frederick Scott Archer in 1851 using a wet plate collodion process During the 1850s the tintype photograph emerged this made the negative image appear positive by exposing it onto a dark-coloured metal sheet coated with collodion which made the shadows appear light and the highlights dark

In 1861 James Clerk-Maxwell realized that he could photograph a scene three times through a red blue and green filter and project the images on top of each other to create a full-colour image

Finally in 1871 Richard Leach Maddox suspended the silver solution in gelatin creating the dry emulsion which sent photography skyrocketing It was applied first to glass negatives but would later find its way onto the thin plastic film that made photography possible for the public at large

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The Photographic Boom

By 1878 glass plate negatives were being manufactured commercially and in 1880 George Eastman opened what would become the Eastman-Kodak company Within ten years he was producing roll film and in 1900 released the first personal camera the Kodak Brownie In 1907 the Lumiegravere Brothers released the first commercial colour film

Oscar Barnack working for Leitz microscopes pushed camera invention forward in 1914 with the first 35mm camera which was improved upon and released in 1924 as the first Leica camera 1936 saw the introduction of the modern SLR (single-lens reflex camera) as well as the legendary Kodachrome film which finally made colour photography popular Polaroid would release instant black-and-white film in 1948 followed by the colour version in 1963

Students from the Emerson School for GirlsSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

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Unidentified Woman in Nine Oval ViewsSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

Medium Daguerreotype

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The Digital Takeover

The first digital camera was invented in 1975 by Steve Sasson of Kodak using CCD sensor technology invented by Willard Boyle and George Smith in 1969 The birth of auto focus came with Minoltas Maxxum in 1985 paving the way for the worlds first commercially-available digital SLR ndash Kodaks 13 megapixel DCS-100 which sold in 1991 for $30000 USD Eight years later Nikon would wrestle away Kodaks dominance of the photo industry with the release of the D1 a 27MP model which went for a comparatively modest $6000

In 2003 Canon released the Digital Rebel the first consumer-level DSLR with a price tag under $1000 followed two years later by the first full-frame digital camera the 5D

Adobe hopped on the digital wave with the creation of Photoshop in 1990

A decade later the first camera phone was developed by Sharp in the early years of the new millennium Kodak ceased all production of film cameras in 2004 and even though the variety has been pared down they continue to produce film for the die-hard analog market

In the past ten years the major camera companies have focused their research and development almost entirely on improving their digital technology which has now begun to plateau The possibilities for future ingenuity now lay wide open with endless photographic possibilities waiting just over the horizon

The Reading EstablishmentAttributed to William Henry Fox Talbot (British 1800ndash1877)

Medium Salted paper prints from paper negatives

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Lola MontezSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

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Lemuel ShawSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

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Louis-Jacques-Mandeacute DaguerreJohn Jabez Edwin Mayall (British Oldham Lancashire 1813ndash1901 West Sussex)

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View Down Brattle Street from the Southworth amp Hawes Studio at 5 12 Tremont Row Boston

Southworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)Medium Daguerreotype

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Interview with Celebrity Photographer Jason Bell Having shot for publications like Vanity Fair Vogue photographed royals and had some of his work submitted into Britainrsquos National Portrait Gallery Jason Bell has cemented his place as one of the foremost portrait photographers of his generation He has published four books and received more accolades than we have room to mention In any case Jasonrsquos work is the gold-standard when it comes to peering past the face and into the soul of subject model or celebrity His work has fascinated us for some time so we interviewed him to learn more about his work and career

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INERVIEW

All images by and copyright of Jason Bell

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How did you become a photographer

I just always was I took pictures a lot as a child and then when I was at school I was given the keys to the school dark room which I remember finding a magical place It just carried on from there

You actually studied Politics Philosophy and Economics at Oxford and as of today you have photographed some of the most powerful individuals on earth from presidents to royals Is there a correlation there

I am a strong believer in researching the people I photograph so I think it helps that my education has given me an understanding of what some of them do

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What was it like to take the official christening photographs of Prince George

It was an honour to be asked Everyone kept telling me beforehand how nervous I would be and that I must be so stressed But I actually felt very relaxed throughout They gave me all the time I needed to prepare and were very friendly and relaxed I enjoyed it

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Many of your photos are part of the permanent collection of the National Portrait Gallery the United Kingdomrsquos official gallery for portraits of historical British people Your work is national history How does this feel

I try not to think of it in those terms but more about what I want to say about the person Irsquom photographing or what I can encourage them to reveal

Are there any portraits of yours in the National Portrait Gallery that stand out as favourites

My favourites tend to be favourites because they are people I have felt a particular connection with or even become friends with I try to do that with everyone I photograph but obviously it happens with some people more than others

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Yoursquove captured a lot of artists and entertainers as well What is it like photographing celebrities

I am lucky in that I photographed some famous people very early on in my career so I got used to it very quickly and it is not something that I find difficult to deal with at all now They are just people like everybody else and usually enjoy being treated as such

You did the movie posters for modern British classic like Billy Elliot and Love Actually How is shooting a movie poster different from capturing a portrait

It tends to be much more art directed so I have less freedom to just do what I want and have to follow a brief more carefully In those instances I try to follow that brief and then give them something in addition that they maybe didnrsquot know they wanted

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Have you ever photographed someone who had maybe been a role model of some kind for you or maybe just admired greatly

Yes - very early on in my career I was sent to Iceland to photograph Bjork I had been listening to that first album of hers all summer and so was a bit of a fan It actually kind of got in the way initially me being a fan and I had to get past that as quickly as possible to find the person I wanted to photograph

What was the most surreal moment you ever experienced during a photography shoot

I was shooting a campaign for the Royal Opera House of a Chinese opera singer called Liping Zhang in a beautiful area near the Mongolian border We were assured the weather would be OK since it was late spring but a freak snowstorm came through so we were all freezing and inappropriately dressed and we had to bundle her up in Chinese army coats to keep her warm and at the last moment there was so much snow we couldnrsquot even drive her to the spot where I wanted to photograph her so in order to get her there we had to rent a camel to put her on

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What advice would you give to amatuer photographers

Many of the students and amateurs who come to see me show me a little bit of everything That is unlikely to get you commissioned when you are starting out So I think itrsquos better to concentrate on one thing and do it very well at the beginning and then when that goes well you can branch out

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Bewitched by BlightA building in ruins hangs together by what seems like threads One of the upper floors sags precariously just inches above the head of a young woman who strolls absent-mindedly with a teddy-bear in hand It seems possible that at any moment the whole structure could come crashing down Lady Luck we presume

Danny Aguirre (danny-aguirre-142) is the PicsArtist responsible for this Photo of the Month entitled Lady Luck Aguirre edited this image to perfection transplanting a young lively and vibrant woman into a world of decay In this manner the photo speaks to us through contrast

Darkly lit ruins once full of life now sit forgotten surrounded by sick yellow skies The deteriorating building bears down on an unwary and carefree youth (Lady Luck) ambling at the mercy of its behemonth broken structure In this peculiar and eerie scene Aguirre captivates his audience while conveying the promise of the unexpected

In an ever-changing world Aguirre has captured the aesthetic beauty of a building that has passed its prime However in its old age the building has become something else entirely a peculiar and curious space open to imaginative interpretation This is perhaps the luck that the young lady pictured in the image and Aguirres audience have stumbled upon an unexpected opportunity to reflect on the present in light of the past Through his creative vision Aguirre allows us to study ourselves and the physical structures we leave behind for future generations

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A Photographerrsquos Guide to the US

The most unique shots in America and where to get them

Kelso San Dunes Mojave Desert

If yoursquore looking for a unique photography opportunity head for the Kelso Sand Dunes - mountainous piles of sand that seem to spring up from nowhere in the middle of the Mojave Desert The tallest dunes can rise up to 650 feet above the surrounding terrain In this setting a well-timed hike might allow you photograph the sunset from a phenomenal vantage point A couple words of caution be sure to take a flashlight in order to get back to your car and never go alone

If you donrsquot make it to the sand dunes dont despair The spectacular darkness of the Mojave desert translates into spectacular nighttime photography With almost no ambient light (apart from the stars and the vague glow over the horizon coming from Las Vegas) the Mojave is the perfect place to experiment with time lapse night shots and double exposures This is a surefire way to snap some fantastic shots

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The Redwood Forests California

If you drive down the west coast of California on Route 1 yoursquoll suddenly find yourself in a magical landscape of trees so tall that you feel like a tiny critter The redwood forests in California are truly a sight to behold and the deep ochre of the tree barks is spectacular to see

Driving through this area is fantastic but make sure that you park up and go exploring with your camera This is one of the best places for nature photography The way the light streams through the canopy in the late afternoon is nothing short of breathtaking a must see for every photographer

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Tucson Arizona

Tucson may not seem like a photographerrsquos haven and if you visit in July when the temperatures soar to over 100 degrees Fahrenheit it certainly wonrsquot feel like it either However the landscape of this often-forgotten city makes for some truly breathtaking sunsets and sunrises where flat land gives way to gorgeous mountains ensconced by sunlight

If you visit Tucson youll also find that it is an unlikely hotbed of culture and art With a history that goes back much further than many of its neighbors in the south west Tucson boasts remarkable architecture historic neighborhoods and museums not to mention the Mission San Xavier del Bac an 18th-century mission that is still functioning Whats more the city has a distinctly Western flavor in light of pervasive Native American and Mexican influences After the sun goes down yoursquoll also find art events and bars alive with music and bonding in a comfy college-town atmosphere which means that you can capture some great shots of people simply being themselves

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DIY Wall Decorations for Kids Room

Artists start young so here we want to show how you can nurture art into a child by decorating his room so he starts seeing and valuing creativity from his early days

This DIY tutorial is so easy to do that if you have elder children you can involve them in the process of making these awsome wall hangings Make a collage in minutes that will be an impressive surprise for everyone and give you a proud piece of original artwork to hang on the wall in your kids room

For this project yoursquoll need a color printer markers scissors glue 2 pieces of ordinary cardboard and 4 equal-sized colorfull cardboards or canvas

Step 1 PrintFind some awesome characters online by either browsing clipart in the PicsArt Shop or googling cartoon images Also print out some basic colors or patterns to cut into shapes If you dont like the color of your background cardboards or canvases you can either color them with paint or print out patterns to make your backgrounds more colorful

Step 2 CutCut out your characters carefully and glue them on cardboard Now cut out the cardboard in the shape of your characters Be sure to cut out shapes for the scenery of your collage like clouds and trees There is no need to glue them on an additional cardboard if you do not want to make them look 3D

Step 3 Create 3D ElementsIdentify some parts of the animals you want to highlight like tails eyes or ears Cut out two of those parts from cardboard and glue one over the other so that the one with patterns stays on top

Step 4 GlueGlue your shapes onto 4 pieces of cardboard Start with the scenery (trees and clouds) then glue on your characters then glue on their cool colored double-layered body parts to make them stand out As a result you will have 3D-like animals or any other items you want

Step 6 Draw Parts and Write MessagesYou can draw some fine elements into your collage using ordinary colorful markers You can also write a message on your collage with a marker Your creations are now ready to make your child smile

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Danielrsquos Twisted Animal Crime LineupGreat artists know how to turn heads with their art and that is certainly the case with PicsArtist of the Month Daniel (n3cr0n0m1c0n) However when he turns heads he turns them into something else Daniel has recently unveiled a series of photos that replace the head of a human body with various animal heads - the only exception being an awesome Star Wars stormtrooper helmet

In each photo of the series Daniels body dons a different head Nevertheless he is shown wearing the same clothes - a leather jacket with a zipper that runs diagonally across his torso into the side of his collar The thing about Danielrsquos photos is that the details of their construction work really well together to create a dark artistic vision with grungy undertones

Despite this odd synergy each photo is posed with a nonchalance that seems to undermine the strangeness of it all every shot displaying the emotional expression of a criminal lineup or mugshot The body takes on a neutral stance and the animal heads stare with vacant expressions as if silently counting the seconds for the camera shutter to click so they can walk off and do something else The overall emotional effect is weird uneasy slightly comic and extremely captivating

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Step 2 Apply the Cinerama Effect to the Main Photo

Select the Effects icon and choose the Cinerama effect from the Fx section of the Effects menu Save and confirm with checkmark

Step 3 Add a New Photo

Select the Add Photo icon and add a photo of the city you want to place on the back of the animal

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Step 4 Apply the Cinerama Effect

Select the top left icon (the Effect icon) from the menu that appears after you add a photo Apply the Cinerama effect just like you did with your main photo

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Step 5 Cut and Create Clipart

Select the Scissors icon from the top menu (ie the Free Crop option) Choose the Lasso option by clicking on the Brush icon Use the lasso to cut out the skyline of your city from the background Press the Save as Clipart button at the top of the screen to save your selection as a clipart image This will save your selection in My Clipart section allowing you to reuse it on any image whenever you need it

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Step 6 Place and Blend the Image

Adjust the size of your city and place it on the back of the animal Select and apply the Lighten blending mode from the menu

below Confirm the changes you have made

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Step 7 Shape Masks

Select the Shape Mask icon and choose a shape to frame your photo Reduce the opacity to around 30 to go with your shot Confirm and save your creation

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How to Draw Amazing Anime

Step by Step Tutorial

Anime has a unique style that has garnered global popularity even fanaticism This tutorial demonstrates how to make your very own anime using PicsArt Drawing Tools and your smart device

See how PicsArt Drawing Tools make drawing fun and easy and use this step by step tutorial to create your very own anime Who knows Maybe one day your anime will become the main character for your own cartoon or comics

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Step 1 Draw the Basic Outline

Draw a basic outline of your anime character using simple strokes in a light blue color so that you will be able to distinguish it from other outlines later on

Step 2 Refine your Outline

Add a new layer and use your previous layer as a guide to draw a more precise outline Delete the layer with the blue outline when finished

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Step 4 Add Color

Use thick colorful brushes to add the basic first layer of colors to your drawing

Step 3 Final Outline

Reduce the opacity and add a new layer for your final outline Trace a final outline using clean and deliberate strokes Make sure you get all of your details exactly right and correct previous mistakes Delete or hide previous outline layer when done

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Step 5 Add Shading

Add a new layer and outline the areas of your drawing you would like to shade Color this outline in black when you are ready

Step 6 Background Color

Reduce the opacity of your shade layer for a more subtle shade Use brighter tones to add lighting and reflection in your drawing Finish your drawing by using a translucent brush to add shading and texture to your background This creates ambiance and gives your anime character that final touch of realism it needs

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Design a Postcard that Encapsulates Summer VacationPicsArt has everything you need to create the perfect postcard using your summer photos With the right combination of masks texts and clipart you can create a professional card that perfectly captures the feelings and images of your fondest summer vacation memories

With this tutorial wersquoll show you an example of how to create a postcard step by step Yoursquoll be surprised at how easy it is to make something look so good in five easy steps

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Step 1 Upload a PhotoUpload a photo from the edit section of the main menu

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Step 2 Add Shape MaskSelect the Shape Mask icon from the menu bar and choose a shape mask that fits your photo best Customize the color size and opacity of the mask

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Step 3 2nd Shape MaskAdd a second Shape Mask with the same color and opacity as your previous one Reverse the mask by checking the box next to Inverse at the bottom right corner

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Step 4 Add TextPress the Text icon to add text to your postcard Add your text line by line to experiment with different fonts sizes and colors

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Step 5 Add ClipartPress the Clipart icon and choose clipart images to add that go with the theme of your postcard Customize the size and color to complete your postcard

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PicsArtist Roxyrsquos Visceral Mobile ArtThe series of abstract portraits created by PicsArtist Roxy HArt (roxyhart) are gripping Not only is her artwork raw and emotionally charged but it is rendered in a unique artistic fashion - all on her mobile phone

At times Roxy mixes her drawings with photography blending the two togehter with a variety of brush strokes and textures Roxy does not hold back when she faces inner anguish as an artist but rather injects this emotion into her work

Nevertheless some of her portraits are less jarring possessing a softer more poetic touch In these portraits her frustration gives way to melancholy as she tones down stark reds and peppers her portraits with faded yellows purples and blues

Not long ago terms like ldquomobile artrdquo were easily dismissed by the fine art mainstream but PicsArtists like Roxy prove that a tablet or smartphone can be just as powerful as a canvas and paintbrush The following collection of portraits by Roxy illustrate that even without the traditional tools mobile artwork retains emotion and authenticity

INSPIRATION Drawing

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WHATS NEW

PicsArtrsquos Exciting New Features for iOS and Android Devices

PicsArt recently released some exciting updates for Android and iOS Most of the new features were available for both platforms but they had their slight differences

The update included two new effects Dodger and Vintage Ivory The former softens your photo with pale colors and ambient lighting while the latter is inspired by vintage color palettes and resolutions but with a new whiter and brighter twist

PicsArt also gave users the ability to customize the colors of PicsArt Masks with a new Hue slider Shape masks offer the opportunity to choose from a variety of shapes to overlay on your photos and they have been made even better recently - by adding the option to customize them by texture in addition to the previously available color and opacity

For a quick fix and speedy share of an image we introduced the Auto Enhance tool which automatically brings you the basic best version of your image while still allowing you to customize in small ways

In addition to these commonly shared updates the two platforms have some differences as well iOS users can now customize their collages by adjusting the inner borders and can choose from a whole new variety of pre-made grids iOS users will also be excited about our updates in the Social Network as written tags and usernames written out in comments or photo descriptions now automatically become links to what they are referencing This will make it easier for users to discover each other as well as trending tags

Donrsquot worry Android users you have some cool stuff too We know that photo stealing has become an issue in our network so we have removed the save option for photos Now only photos that have freetoedit tag can be saved and reused by others If you do not tag your miages with that tag no one will be able to save them We hope that this will help prevent photo theft and preserve the artistic rights of our creative userbase

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A Brief Introduction to Photo History

Although photography as we know it is among the youngest of the major art forms its history can be traced back to ancient times Chinese philosopher Mo-Zi discussed the principles of a camera obscura in the 4th or 5th century BCE For two thousand years it was known as a small dark room (or box) with a tiny hole in one wall through which light shone and projected an inverted image

During the late 1500s Giambattista della Portia perfected its design by adding a convex lens to the hole making a sharper more detailed image Camera obscuras allowed artists to trace a scene in ink for a more faithful reproduction

The Early Days of Image Processing

The 18th and 19th centuries saw a multitude of methods for image processing and creation In 1727 Johann Schulze mixed chalk silver and nitric acid - a very early photosensitive compound - noting that one side of the flask darkened when exposed to sunlight In 1816 Joseph Niceacutephore Nieacutepce created the worlds first photograph by coating a metal plate in a silver chloride solution and exposing it to light for 8 hours However he did not discover a way of permanently fixing

the image for another decadeWilliam Henry Fox Talbot applied Nieacutepces recipe to paper in 1834 fixing the images with a salt solution and eventually patenting the first paper negative as the ldquoCalotyperdquo in 1841

Meanwhile Louis Daguerre was creating the Daguerrotype by coating copper sheets in silver iodide creating a metal negative which he developed in a solution of mercury These two inventions lead to the creation of photography To that end on August 19 1839 the French government publicly acknowledged the invention of photography

The first glass negative was made by Frederick Scott Archer in 1851 using a wet plate collodion process During the 1850s the tintype photograph emerged this made the negative image appear positive by exposing it onto a dark-coloured metal sheet coated with collodion which made the shadows appear light and the highlights dark

In 1861 James Clerk-Maxwell realized that he could photograph a scene three times through a red blue and green filter and project the images on top of each other to create a full-colour image

Finally in 1871 Richard Leach Maddox suspended the silver solution in gelatin creating the dry emulsion which sent photography skyrocketing It was applied first to glass negatives but would later find its way onto the thin plastic film that made photography possible for the public at large

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The Photographic Boom

By 1878 glass plate negatives were being manufactured commercially and in 1880 George Eastman opened what would become the Eastman-Kodak company Within ten years he was producing roll film and in 1900 released the first personal camera the Kodak Brownie In 1907 the Lumiegravere Brothers released the first commercial colour film

Oscar Barnack working for Leitz microscopes pushed camera invention forward in 1914 with the first 35mm camera which was improved upon and released in 1924 as the first Leica camera 1936 saw the introduction of the modern SLR (single-lens reflex camera) as well as the legendary Kodachrome film which finally made colour photography popular Polaroid would release instant black-and-white film in 1948 followed by the colour version in 1963

Students from the Emerson School for GirlsSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

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Unidentified Woman in Nine Oval ViewsSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

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The Digital Takeover

The first digital camera was invented in 1975 by Steve Sasson of Kodak using CCD sensor technology invented by Willard Boyle and George Smith in 1969 The birth of auto focus came with Minoltas Maxxum in 1985 paving the way for the worlds first commercially-available digital SLR ndash Kodaks 13 megapixel DCS-100 which sold in 1991 for $30000 USD Eight years later Nikon would wrestle away Kodaks dominance of the photo industry with the release of the D1 a 27MP model which went for a comparatively modest $6000

In 2003 Canon released the Digital Rebel the first consumer-level DSLR with a price tag under $1000 followed two years later by the first full-frame digital camera the 5D

Adobe hopped on the digital wave with the creation of Photoshop in 1990

A decade later the first camera phone was developed by Sharp in the early years of the new millennium Kodak ceased all production of film cameras in 2004 and even though the variety has been pared down they continue to produce film for the die-hard analog market

In the past ten years the major camera companies have focused their research and development almost entirely on improving their digital technology which has now begun to plateau The possibilities for future ingenuity now lay wide open with endless photographic possibilities waiting just over the horizon

The Reading EstablishmentAttributed to William Henry Fox Talbot (British 1800ndash1877)

Medium Salted paper prints from paper negatives

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Lola MontezSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

Medium Daguerreotype

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Lemuel ShawSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

Medium Daguerreotype

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Louis-Jacques-Mandeacute DaguerreJohn Jabez Edwin Mayall (British Oldham Lancashire 1813ndash1901 West Sussex)

Medium Albumen silver print from glass negative

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View Down Brattle Street from the Southworth amp Hawes Studio at 5 12 Tremont Row Boston

Southworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)Medium Daguerreotype

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Interview with Celebrity Photographer Jason Bell Having shot for publications like Vanity Fair Vogue photographed royals and had some of his work submitted into Britainrsquos National Portrait Gallery Jason Bell has cemented his place as one of the foremost portrait photographers of his generation He has published four books and received more accolades than we have room to mention In any case Jasonrsquos work is the gold-standard when it comes to peering past the face and into the soul of subject model or celebrity His work has fascinated us for some time so we interviewed him to learn more about his work and career

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INERVIEW

All images by and copyright of Jason Bell

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How did you become a photographer

I just always was I took pictures a lot as a child and then when I was at school I was given the keys to the school dark room which I remember finding a magical place It just carried on from there

You actually studied Politics Philosophy and Economics at Oxford and as of today you have photographed some of the most powerful individuals on earth from presidents to royals Is there a correlation there

I am a strong believer in researching the people I photograph so I think it helps that my education has given me an understanding of what some of them do

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What was it like to take the official christening photographs of Prince George

It was an honour to be asked Everyone kept telling me beforehand how nervous I would be and that I must be so stressed But I actually felt very relaxed throughout They gave me all the time I needed to prepare and were very friendly and relaxed I enjoyed it

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Many of your photos are part of the permanent collection of the National Portrait Gallery the United Kingdomrsquos official gallery for portraits of historical British people Your work is national history How does this feel

I try not to think of it in those terms but more about what I want to say about the person Irsquom photographing or what I can encourage them to reveal

Are there any portraits of yours in the National Portrait Gallery that stand out as favourites

My favourites tend to be favourites because they are people I have felt a particular connection with or even become friends with I try to do that with everyone I photograph but obviously it happens with some people more than others

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Yoursquove captured a lot of artists and entertainers as well What is it like photographing celebrities

I am lucky in that I photographed some famous people very early on in my career so I got used to it very quickly and it is not something that I find difficult to deal with at all now They are just people like everybody else and usually enjoy being treated as such

You did the movie posters for modern British classic like Billy Elliot and Love Actually How is shooting a movie poster different from capturing a portrait

It tends to be much more art directed so I have less freedom to just do what I want and have to follow a brief more carefully In those instances I try to follow that brief and then give them something in addition that they maybe didnrsquot know they wanted

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Have you ever photographed someone who had maybe been a role model of some kind for you or maybe just admired greatly

Yes - very early on in my career I was sent to Iceland to photograph Bjork I had been listening to that first album of hers all summer and so was a bit of a fan It actually kind of got in the way initially me being a fan and I had to get past that as quickly as possible to find the person I wanted to photograph

What was the most surreal moment you ever experienced during a photography shoot

I was shooting a campaign for the Royal Opera House of a Chinese opera singer called Liping Zhang in a beautiful area near the Mongolian border We were assured the weather would be OK since it was late spring but a freak snowstorm came through so we were all freezing and inappropriately dressed and we had to bundle her up in Chinese army coats to keep her warm and at the last moment there was so much snow we couldnrsquot even drive her to the spot where I wanted to photograph her so in order to get her there we had to rent a camel to put her on

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What advice would you give to amatuer photographers

Many of the students and amateurs who come to see me show me a little bit of everything That is unlikely to get you commissioned when you are starting out So I think itrsquos better to concentrate on one thing and do it very well at the beginning and then when that goes well you can branch out

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Bewitched by BlightA building in ruins hangs together by what seems like threads One of the upper floors sags precariously just inches above the head of a young woman who strolls absent-mindedly with a teddy-bear in hand It seems possible that at any moment the whole structure could come crashing down Lady Luck we presume

Danny Aguirre (danny-aguirre-142) is the PicsArtist responsible for this Photo of the Month entitled Lady Luck Aguirre edited this image to perfection transplanting a young lively and vibrant woman into a world of decay In this manner the photo speaks to us through contrast

Darkly lit ruins once full of life now sit forgotten surrounded by sick yellow skies The deteriorating building bears down on an unwary and carefree youth (Lady Luck) ambling at the mercy of its behemonth broken structure In this peculiar and eerie scene Aguirre captivates his audience while conveying the promise of the unexpected

In an ever-changing world Aguirre has captured the aesthetic beauty of a building that has passed its prime However in its old age the building has become something else entirely a peculiar and curious space open to imaginative interpretation This is perhaps the luck that the young lady pictured in the image and Aguirres audience have stumbled upon an unexpected opportunity to reflect on the present in light of the past Through his creative vision Aguirre allows us to study ourselves and the physical structures we leave behind for future generations

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A Photographerrsquos Guide to the US

The most unique shots in America and where to get them

Kelso San Dunes Mojave Desert

If yoursquore looking for a unique photography opportunity head for the Kelso Sand Dunes - mountainous piles of sand that seem to spring up from nowhere in the middle of the Mojave Desert The tallest dunes can rise up to 650 feet above the surrounding terrain In this setting a well-timed hike might allow you photograph the sunset from a phenomenal vantage point A couple words of caution be sure to take a flashlight in order to get back to your car and never go alone

If you donrsquot make it to the sand dunes dont despair The spectacular darkness of the Mojave desert translates into spectacular nighttime photography With almost no ambient light (apart from the stars and the vague glow over the horizon coming from Las Vegas) the Mojave is the perfect place to experiment with time lapse night shots and double exposures This is a surefire way to snap some fantastic shots

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The Redwood Forests California

If you drive down the west coast of California on Route 1 yoursquoll suddenly find yourself in a magical landscape of trees so tall that you feel like a tiny critter The redwood forests in California are truly a sight to behold and the deep ochre of the tree barks is spectacular to see

Driving through this area is fantastic but make sure that you park up and go exploring with your camera This is one of the best places for nature photography The way the light streams through the canopy in the late afternoon is nothing short of breathtaking a must see for every photographer

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Tucson Arizona

Tucson may not seem like a photographerrsquos haven and if you visit in July when the temperatures soar to over 100 degrees Fahrenheit it certainly wonrsquot feel like it either However the landscape of this often-forgotten city makes for some truly breathtaking sunsets and sunrises where flat land gives way to gorgeous mountains ensconced by sunlight

If you visit Tucson youll also find that it is an unlikely hotbed of culture and art With a history that goes back much further than many of its neighbors in the south west Tucson boasts remarkable architecture historic neighborhoods and museums not to mention the Mission San Xavier del Bac an 18th-century mission that is still functioning Whats more the city has a distinctly Western flavor in light of pervasive Native American and Mexican influences After the sun goes down yoursquoll also find art events and bars alive with music and bonding in a comfy college-town atmosphere which means that you can capture some great shots of people simply being themselves

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DIY Wall Decorations for Kids Room

Artists start young so here we want to show how you can nurture art into a child by decorating his room so he starts seeing and valuing creativity from his early days

This DIY tutorial is so easy to do that if you have elder children you can involve them in the process of making these awsome wall hangings Make a collage in minutes that will be an impressive surprise for everyone and give you a proud piece of original artwork to hang on the wall in your kids room

For this project yoursquoll need a color printer markers scissors glue 2 pieces of ordinary cardboard and 4 equal-sized colorfull cardboards or canvas

Step 1 PrintFind some awesome characters online by either browsing clipart in the PicsArt Shop or googling cartoon images Also print out some basic colors or patterns to cut into shapes If you dont like the color of your background cardboards or canvases you can either color them with paint or print out patterns to make your backgrounds more colorful

Step 2 CutCut out your characters carefully and glue them on cardboard Now cut out the cardboard in the shape of your characters Be sure to cut out shapes for the scenery of your collage like clouds and trees There is no need to glue them on an additional cardboard if you do not want to make them look 3D

Step 3 Create 3D ElementsIdentify some parts of the animals you want to highlight like tails eyes or ears Cut out two of those parts from cardboard and glue one over the other so that the one with patterns stays on top

Step 4 GlueGlue your shapes onto 4 pieces of cardboard Start with the scenery (trees and clouds) then glue on your characters then glue on their cool colored double-layered body parts to make them stand out As a result you will have 3D-like animals or any other items you want

Step 6 Draw Parts and Write MessagesYou can draw some fine elements into your collage using ordinary colorful markers You can also write a message on your collage with a marker Your creations are now ready to make your child smile

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Danielrsquos Twisted Animal Crime LineupGreat artists know how to turn heads with their art and that is certainly the case with PicsArtist of the Month Daniel (n3cr0n0m1c0n) However when he turns heads he turns them into something else Daniel has recently unveiled a series of photos that replace the head of a human body with various animal heads - the only exception being an awesome Star Wars stormtrooper helmet

In each photo of the series Daniels body dons a different head Nevertheless he is shown wearing the same clothes - a leather jacket with a zipper that runs diagonally across his torso into the side of his collar The thing about Danielrsquos photos is that the details of their construction work really well together to create a dark artistic vision with grungy undertones

Despite this odd synergy each photo is posed with a nonchalance that seems to undermine the strangeness of it all every shot displaying the emotional expression of a criminal lineup or mugshot The body takes on a neutral stance and the animal heads stare with vacant expressions as if silently counting the seconds for the camera shutter to click so they can walk off and do something else The overall emotional effect is weird uneasy slightly comic and extremely captivating

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Step 3 Add a New Photo

Select the Add Photo icon and add a photo of the city you want to place on the back of the animal

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Step 4 Apply the Cinerama Effect

Select the top left icon (the Effect icon) from the menu that appears after you add a photo Apply the Cinerama effect just like you did with your main photo

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Step 5 Cut and Create Clipart

Select the Scissors icon from the top menu (ie the Free Crop option) Choose the Lasso option by clicking on the Brush icon Use the lasso to cut out the skyline of your city from the background Press the Save as Clipart button at the top of the screen to save your selection as a clipart image This will save your selection in My Clipart section allowing you to reuse it on any image whenever you need it

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Step 6 Place and Blend the Image

Adjust the size of your city and place it on the back of the animal Select and apply the Lighten blending mode from the menu

below Confirm the changes you have made

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Step 7 Shape Masks

Select the Shape Mask icon and choose a shape to frame your photo Reduce the opacity to around 30 to go with your shot Confirm and save your creation

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How to Draw Amazing Anime

Step by Step Tutorial

Anime has a unique style that has garnered global popularity even fanaticism This tutorial demonstrates how to make your very own anime using PicsArt Drawing Tools and your smart device

See how PicsArt Drawing Tools make drawing fun and easy and use this step by step tutorial to create your very own anime Who knows Maybe one day your anime will become the main character for your own cartoon or comics

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Step 1 Draw the Basic Outline

Draw a basic outline of your anime character using simple strokes in a light blue color so that you will be able to distinguish it from other outlines later on

Step 2 Refine your Outline

Add a new layer and use your previous layer as a guide to draw a more precise outline Delete the layer with the blue outline when finished

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Step 4 Add Color

Use thick colorful brushes to add the basic first layer of colors to your drawing

Step 3 Final Outline

Reduce the opacity and add a new layer for your final outline Trace a final outline using clean and deliberate strokes Make sure you get all of your details exactly right and correct previous mistakes Delete or hide previous outline layer when done

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Step 5 Add Shading

Add a new layer and outline the areas of your drawing you would like to shade Color this outline in black when you are ready

Step 6 Background Color

Reduce the opacity of your shade layer for a more subtle shade Use brighter tones to add lighting and reflection in your drawing Finish your drawing by using a translucent brush to add shading and texture to your background This creates ambiance and gives your anime character that final touch of realism it needs

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Design a Postcard that Encapsulates Summer VacationPicsArt has everything you need to create the perfect postcard using your summer photos With the right combination of masks texts and clipart you can create a professional card that perfectly captures the feelings and images of your fondest summer vacation memories

With this tutorial wersquoll show you an example of how to create a postcard step by step Yoursquoll be surprised at how easy it is to make something look so good in five easy steps

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Step 1 Upload a PhotoUpload a photo from the edit section of the main menu

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Step 2 Add Shape MaskSelect the Shape Mask icon from the menu bar and choose a shape mask that fits your photo best Customize the color size and opacity of the mask

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Step 3 2nd Shape MaskAdd a second Shape Mask with the same color and opacity as your previous one Reverse the mask by checking the box next to Inverse at the bottom right corner

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Step 4 Add TextPress the Text icon to add text to your postcard Add your text line by line to experiment with different fonts sizes and colors

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Step 5 Add ClipartPress the Clipart icon and choose clipart images to add that go with the theme of your postcard Customize the size and color to complete your postcard

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PicsArtist Roxyrsquos Visceral Mobile ArtThe series of abstract portraits created by PicsArtist Roxy HArt (roxyhart) are gripping Not only is her artwork raw and emotionally charged but it is rendered in a unique artistic fashion - all on her mobile phone

At times Roxy mixes her drawings with photography blending the two togehter with a variety of brush strokes and textures Roxy does not hold back when she faces inner anguish as an artist but rather injects this emotion into her work

Nevertheless some of her portraits are less jarring possessing a softer more poetic touch In these portraits her frustration gives way to melancholy as she tones down stark reds and peppers her portraits with faded yellows purples and blues

Not long ago terms like ldquomobile artrdquo were easily dismissed by the fine art mainstream but PicsArtists like Roxy prove that a tablet or smartphone can be just as powerful as a canvas and paintbrush The following collection of portraits by Roxy illustrate that even without the traditional tools mobile artwork retains emotion and authenticity

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WHATS NEW

PicsArtrsquos Exciting New Features for iOS and Android Devices

PicsArt recently released some exciting updates for Android and iOS Most of the new features were available for both platforms but they had their slight differences

The update included two new effects Dodger and Vintage Ivory The former softens your photo with pale colors and ambient lighting while the latter is inspired by vintage color palettes and resolutions but with a new whiter and brighter twist

PicsArt also gave users the ability to customize the colors of PicsArt Masks with a new Hue slider Shape masks offer the opportunity to choose from a variety of shapes to overlay on your photos and they have been made even better recently - by adding the option to customize them by texture in addition to the previously available color and opacity

For a quick fix and speedy share of an image we introduced the Auto Enhance tool which automatically brings you the basic best version of your image while still allowing you to customize in small ways

In addition to these commonly shared updates the two platforms have some differences as well iOS users can now customize their collages by adjusting the inner borders and can choose from a whole new variety of pre-made grids iOS users will also be excited about our updates in the Social Network as written tags and usernames written out in comments or photo descriptions now automatically become links to what they are referencing This will make it easier for users to discover each other as well as trending tags

Donrsquot worry Android users you have some cool stuff too We know that photo stealing has become an issue in our network so we have removed the save option for photos Now only photos that have freetoedit tag can be saved and reused by others If you do not tag your miages with that tag no one will be able to save them We hope that this will help prevent photo theft and preserve the artistic rights of our creative userbase

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A Brief Introduction to Photo History

Although photography as we know it is among the youngest of the major art forms its history can be traced back to ancient times Chinese philosopher Mo-Zi discussed the principles of a camera obscura in the 4th or 5th century BCE For two thousand years it was known as a small dark room (or box) with a tiny hole in one wall through which light shone and projected an inverted image

During the late 1500s Giambattista della Portia perfected its design by adding a convex lens to the hole making a sharper more detailed image Camera obscuras allowed artists to trace a scene in ink for a more faithful reproduction

The Early Days of Image Processing

The 18th and 19th centuries saw a multitude of methods for image processing and creation In 1727 Johann Schulze mixed chalk silver and nitric acid - a very early photosensitive compound - noting that one side of the flask darkened when exposed to sunlight In 1816 Joseph Niceacutephore Nieacutepce created the worlds first photograph by coating a metal plate in a silver chloride solution and exposing it to light for 8 hours However he did not discover a way of permanently fixing

the image for another decadeWilliam Henry Fox Talbot applied Nieacutepces recipe to paper in 1834 fixing the images with a salt solution and eventually patenting the first paper negative as the ldquoCalotyperdquo in 1841

Meanwhile Louis Daguerre was creating the Daguerrotype by coating copper sheets in silver iodide creating a metal negative which he developed in a solution of mercury These two inventions lead to the creation of photography To that end on August 19 1839 the French government publicly acknowledged the invention of photography

The first glass negative was made by Frederick Scott Archer in 1851 using a wet plate collodion process During the 1850s the tintype photograph emerged this made the negative image appear positive by exposing it onto a dark-coloured metal sheet coated with collodion which made the shadows appear light and the highlights dark

In 1861 James Clerk-Maxwell realized that he could photograph a scene three times through a red blue and green filter and project the images on top of each other to create a full-colour image

Finally in 1871 Richard Leach Maddox suspended the silver solution in gelatin creating the dry emulsion which sent photography skyrocketing It was applied first to glass negatives but would later find its way onto the thin plastic film that made photography possible for the public at large

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The Photographic Boom

By 1878 glass plate negatives were being manufactured commercially and in 1880 George Eastman opened what would become the Eastman-Kodak company Within ten years he was producing roll film and in 1900 released the first personal camera the Kodak Brownie In 1907 the Lumiegravere Brothers released the first commercial colour film

Oscar Barnack working for Leitz microscopes pushed camera invention forward in 1914 with the first 35mm camera which was improved upon and released in 1924 as the first Leica camera 1936 saw the introduction of the modern SLR (single-lens reflex camera) as well as the legendary Kodachrome film which finally made colour photography popular Polaroid would release instant black-and-white film in 1948 followed by the colour version in 1963

Students from the Emerson School for GirlsSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

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Unidentified Woman in Nine Oval ViewsSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

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The Digital Takeover

The first digital camera was invented in 1975 by Steve Sasson of Kodak using CCD sensor technology invented by Willard Boyle and George Smith in 1969 The birth of auto focus came with Minoltas Maxxum in 1985 paving the way for the worlds first commercially-available digital SLR ndash Kodaks 13 megapixel DCS-100 which sold in 1991 for $30000 USD Eight years later Nikon would wrestle away Kodaks dominance of the photo industry with the release of the D1 a 27MP model which went for a comparatively modest $6000

In 2003 Canon released the Digital Rebel the first consumer-level DSLR with a price tag under $1000 followed two years later by the first full-frame digital camera the 5D

Adobe hopped on the digital wave with the creation of Photoshop in 1990

A decade later the first camera phone was developed by Sharp in the early years of the new millennium Kodak ceased all production of film cameras in 2004 and even though the variety has been pared down they continue to produce film for the die-hard analog market

In the past ten years the major camera companies have focused their research and development almost entirely on improving their digital technology which has now begun to plateau The possibilities for future ingenuity now lay wide open with endless photographic possibilities waiting just over the horizon

The Reading EstablishmentAttributed to William Henry Fox Talbot (British 1800ndash1877)

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Lola MontezSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

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Lemuel ShawSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

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Louis-Jacques-Mandeacute DaguerreJohn Jabez Edwin Mayall (British Oldham Lancashire 1813ndash1901 West Sussex)

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View Down Brattle Street from the Southworth amp Hawes Studio at 5 12 Tremont Row Boston

Southworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)Medium Daguerreotype

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Interview with Celebrity Photographer Jason Bell Having shot for publications like Vanity Fair Vogue photographed royals and had some of his work submitted into Britainrsquos National Portrait Gallery Jason Bell has cemented his place as one of the foremost portrait photographers of his generation He has published four books and received more accolades than we have room to mention In any case Jasonrsquos work is the gold-standard when it comes to peering past the face and into the soul of subject model or celebrity His work has fascinated us for some time so we interviewed him to learn more about his work and career

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INERVIEW

All images by and copyright of Jason Bell

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How did you become a photographer

I just always was I took pictures a lot as a child and then when I was at school I was given the keys to the school dark room which I remember finding a magical place It just carried on from there

You actually studied Politics Philosophy and Economics at Oxford and as of today you have photographed some of the most powerful individuals on earth from presidents to royals Is there a correlation there

I am a strong believer in researching the people I photograph so I think it helps that my education has given me an understanding of what some of them do

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What was it like to take the official christening photographs of Prince George

It was an honour to be asked Everyone kept telling me beforehand how nervous I would be and that I must be so stressed But I actually felt very relaxed throughout They gave me all the time I needed to prepare and were very friendly and relaxed I enjoyed it

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Many of your photos are part of the permanent collection of the National Portrait Gallery the United Kingdomrsquos official gallery for portraits of historical British people Your work is national history How does this feel

I try not to think of it in those terms but more about what I want to say about the person Irsquom photographing or what I can encourage them to reveal

Are there any portraits of yours in the National Portrait Gallery that stand out as favourites

My favourites tend to be favourites because they are people I have felt a particular connection with or even become friends with I try to do that with everyone I photograph but obviously it happens with some people more than others

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Yoursquove captured a lot of artists and entertainers as well What is it like photographing celebrities

I am lucky in that I photographed some famous people very early on in my career so I got used to it very quickly and it is not something that I find difficult to deal with at all now They are just people like everybody else and usually enjoy being treated as such

You did the movie posters for modern British classic like Billy Elliot and Love Actually How is shooting a movie poster different from capturing a portrait

It tends to be much more art directed so I have less freedom to just do what I want and have to follow a brief more carefully In those instances I try to follow that brief and then give them something in addition that they maybe didnrsquot know they wanted

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Have you ever photographed someone who had maybe been a role model of some kind for you or maybe just admired greatly

Yes - very early on in my career I was sent to Iceland to photograph Bjork I had been listening to that first album of hers all summer and so was a bit of a fan It actually kind of got in the way initially me being a fan and I had to get past that as quickly as possible to find the person I wanted to photograph

What was the most surreal moment you ever experienced during a photography shoot

I was shooting a campaign for the Royal Opera House of a Chinese opera singer called Liping Zhang in a beautiful area near the Mongolian border We were assured the weather would be OK since it was late spring but a freak snowstorm came through so we were all freezing and inappropriately dressed and we had to bundle her up in Chinese army coats to keep her warm and at the last moment there was so much snow we couldnrsquot even drive her to the spot where I wanted to photograph her so in order to get her there we had to rent a camel to put her on

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What advice would you give to amatuer photographers

Many of the students and amateurs who come to see me show me a little bit of everything That is unlikely to get you commissioned when you are starting out So I think itrsquos better to concentrate on one thing and do it very well at the beginning and then when that goes well you can branch out

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Bewitched by BlightA building in ruins hangs together by what seems like threads One of the upper floors sags precariously just inches above the head of a young woman who strolls absent-mindedly with a teddy-bear in hand It seems possible that at any moment the whole structure could come crashing down Lady Luck we presume

Danny Aguirre (danny-aguirre-142) is the PicsArtist responsible for this Photo of the Month entitled Lady Luck Aguirre edited this image to perfection transplanting a young lively and vibrant woman into a world of decay In this manner the photo speaks to us through contrast

Darkly lit ruins once full of life now sit forgotten surrounded by sick yellow skies The deteriorating building bears down on an unwary and carefree youth (Lady Luck) ambling at the mercy of its behemonth broken structure In this peculiar and eerie scene Aguirre captivates his audience while conveying the promise of the unexpected

In an ever-changing world Aguirre has captured the aesthetic beauty of a building that has passed its prime However in its old age the building has become something else entirely a peculiar and curious space open to imaginative interpretation This is perhaps the luck that the young lady pictured in the image and Aguirres audience have stumbled upon an unexpected opportunity to reflect on the present in light of the past Through his creative vision Aguirre allows us to study ourselves and the physical structures we leave behind for future generations

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A Photographerrsquos Guide to the US

The most unique shots in America and where to get them

Kelso San Dunes Mojave Desert

If yoursquore looking for a unique photography opportunity head for the Kelso Sand Dunes - mountainous piles of sand that seem to spring up from nowhere in the middle of the Mojave Desert The tallest dunes can rise up to 650 feet above the surrounding terrain In this setting a well-timed hike might allow you photograph the sunset from a phenomenal vantage point A couple words of caution be sure to take a flashlight in order to get back to your car and never go alone

If you donrsquot make it to the sand dunes dont despair The spectacular darkness of the Mojave desert translates into spectacular nighttime photography With almost no ambient light (apart from the stars and the vague glow over the horizon coming from Las Vegas) the Mojave is the perfect place to experiment with time lapse night shots and double exposures This is a surefire way to snap some fantastic shots

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The Redwood Forests California

If you drive down the west coast of California on Route 1 yoursquoll suddenly find yourself in a magical landscape of trees so tall that you feel like a tiny critter The redwood forests in California are truly a sight to behold and the deep ochre of the tree barks is spectacular to see

Driving through this area is fantastic but make sure that you park up and go exploring with your camera This is one of the best places for nature photography The way the light streams through the canopy in the late afternoon is nothing short of breathtaking a must see for every photographer

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Tucson Arizona

Tucson may not seem like a photographerrsquos haven and if you visit in July when the temperatures soar to over 100 degrees Fahrenheit it certainly wonrsquot feel like it either However the landscape of this often-forgotten city makes for some truly breathtaking sunsets and sunrises where flat land gives way to gorgeous mountains ensconced by sunlight

If you visit Tucson youll also find that it is an unlikely hotbed of culture and art With a history that goes back much further than many of its neighbors in the south west Tucson boasts remarkable architecture historic neighborhoods and museums not to mention the Mission San Xavier del Bac an 18th-century mission that is still functioning Whats more the city has a distinctly Western flavor in light of pervasive Native American and Mexican influences After the sun goes down yoursquoll also find art events and bars alive with music and bonding in a comfy college-town atmosphere which means that you can capture some great shots of people simply being themselves

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DIY Wall Decorations for Kids Room

Artists start young so here we want to show how you can nurture art into a child by decorating his room so he starts seeing and valuing creativity from his early days

This DIY tutorial is so easy to do that if you have elder children you can involve them in the process of making these awsome wall hangings Make a collage in minutes that will be an impressive surprise for everyone and give you a proud piece of original artwork to hang on the wall in your kids room

For this project yoursquoll need a color printer markers scissors glue 2 pieces of ordinary cardboard and 4 equal-sized colorfull cardboards or canvas

Step 1 PrintFind some awesome characters online by either browsing clipart in the PicsArt Shop or googling cartoon images Also print out some basic colors or patterns to cut into shapes If you dont like the color of your background cardboards or canvases you can either color them with paint or print out patterns to make your backgrounds more colorful

Step 2 CutCut out your characters carefully and glue them on cardboard Now cut out the cardboard in the shape of your characters Be sure to cut out shapes for the scenery of your collage like clouds and trees There is no need to glue them on an additional cardboard if you do not want to make them look 3D

Step 3 Create 3D ElementsIdentify some parts of the animals you want to highlight like tails eyes or ears Cut out two of those parts from cardboard and glue one over the other so that the one with patterns stays on top

Step 4 GlueGlue your shapes onto 4 pieces of cardboard Start with the scenery (trees and clouds) then glue on your characters then glue on their cool colored double-layered body parts to make them stand out As a result you will have 3D-like animals or any other items you want

Step 6 Draw Parts and Write MessagesYou can draw some fine elements into your collage using ordinary colorful markers You can also write a message on your collage with a marker Your creations are now ready to make your child smile

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Danielrsquos Twisted Animal Crime LineupGreat artists know how to turn heads with their art and that is certainly the case with PicsArtist of the Month Daniel (n3cr0n0m1c0n) However when he turns heads he turns them into something else Daniel has recently unveiled a series of photos that replace the head of a human body with various animal heads - the only exception being an awesome Star Wars stormtrooper helmet

In each photo of the series Daniels body dons a different head Nevertheless he is shown wearing the same clothes - a leather jacket with a zipper that runs diagonally across his torso into the side of his collar The thing about Danielrsquos photos is that the details of their construction work really well together to create a dark artistic vision with grungy undertones

Despite this odd synergy each photo is posed with a nonchalance that seems to undermine the strangeness of it all every shot displaying the emotional expression of a criminal lineup or mugshot The body takes on a neutral stance and the animal heads stare with vacant expressions as if silently counting the seconds for the camera shutter to click so they can walk off and do something else The overall emotional effect is weird uneasy slightly comic and extremely captivating

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Step 4 Apply the Cinerama Effect

Select the top left icon (the Effect icon) from the menu that appears after you add a photo Apply the Cinerama effect just like you did with your main photo

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Step 5 Cut and Create Clipart

Select the Scissors icon from the top menu (ie the Free Crop option) Choose the Lasso option by clicking on the Brush icon Use the lasso to cut out the skyline of your city from the background Press the Save as Clipart button at the top of the screen to save your selection as a clipart image This will save your selection in My Clipart section allowing you to reuse it on any image whenever you need it

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Step 6 Place and Blend the Image

Adjust the size of your city and place it on the back of the animal Select and apply the Lighten blending mode from the menu

below Confirm the changes you have made

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Step 7 Shape Masks

Select the Shape Mask icon and choose a shape to frame your photo Reduce the opacity to around 30 to go with your shot Confirm and save your creation

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How to Draw Amazing Anime

Step by Step Tutorial

Anime has a unique style that has garnered global popularity even fanaticism This tutorial demonstrates how to make your very own anime using PicsArt Drawing Tools and your smart device

See how PicsArt Drawing Tools make drawing fun and easy and use this step by step tutorial to create your very own anime Who knows Maybe one day your anime will become the main character for your own cartoon or comics

TUTORIAL Drawing

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Step 1 Draw the Basic Outline

Draw a basic outline of your anime character using simple strokes in a light blue color so that you will be able to distinguish it from other outlines later on

Step 2 Refine your Outline

Add a new layer and use your previous layer as a guide to draw a more precise outline Delete the layer with the blue outline when finished

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Step 4 Add Color

Use thick colorful brushes to add the basic first layer of colors to your drawing

Step 3 Final Outline

Reduce the opacity and add a new layer for your final outline Trace a final outline using clean and deliberate strokes Make sure you get all of your details exactly right and correct previous mistakes Delete or hide previous outline layer when done

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Step 5 Add Shading

Add a new layer and outline the areas of your drawing you would like to shade Color this outline in black when you are ready

Step 6 Background Color

Reduce the opacity of your shade layer for a more subtle shade Use brighter tones to add lighting and reflection in your drawing Finish your drawing by using a translucent brush to add shading and texture to your background This creates ambiance and gives your anime character that final touch of realism it needs

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Design a Postcard that Encapsulates Summer VacationPicsArt has everything you need to create the perfect postcard using your summer photos With the right combination of masks texts and clipart you can create a professional card that perfectly captures the feelings and images of your fondest summer vacation memories

With this tutorial wersquoll show you an example of how to create a postcard step by step Yoursquoll be surprised at how easy it is to make something look so good in five easy steps

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Step 1 Upload a PhotoUpload a photo from the edit section of the main menu

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Step 2 Add Shape MaskSelect the Shape Mask icon from the menu bar and choose a shape mask that fits your photo best Customize the color size and opacity of the mask

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Step 3 2nd Shape MaskAdd a second Shape Mask with the same color and opacity as your previous one Reverse the mask by checking the box next to Inverse at the bottom right corner

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Step 4 Add TextPress the Text icon to add text to your postcard Add your text line by line to experiment with different fonts sizes and colors

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Step 5 Add ClipartPress the Clipart icon and choose clipart images to add that go with the theme of your postcard Customize the size and color to complete your postcard

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PicsArtist Roxyrsquos Visceral Mobile ArtThe series of abstract portraits created by PicsArtist Roxy HArt (roxyhart) are gripping Not only is her artwork raw and emotionally charged but it is rendered in a unique artistic fashion - all on her mobile phone

At times Roxy mixes her drawings with photography blending the two togehter with a variety of brush strokes and textures Roxy does not hold back when she faces inner anguish as an artist but rather injects this emotion into her work

Nevertheless some of her portraits are less jarring possessing a softer more poetic touch In these portraits her frustration gives way to melancholy as she tones down stark reds and peppers her portraits with faded yellows purples and blues

Not long ago terms like ldquomobile artrdquo were easily dismissed by the fine art mainstream but PicsArtists like Roxy prove that a tablet or smartphone can be just as powerful as a canvas and paintbrush The following collection of portraits by Roxy illustrate that even without the traditional tools mobile artwork retains emotion and authenticity

INSPIRATION Drawing

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WHATS NEW

PicsArtrsquos Exciting New Features for iOS and Android Devices

PicsArt recently released some exciting updates for Android and iOS Most of the new features were available for both platforms but they had their slight differences

The update included two new effects Dodger and Vintage Ivory The former softens your photo with pale colors and ambient lighting while the latter is inspired by vintage color palettes and resolutions but with a new whiter and brighter twist

PicsArt also gave users the ability to customize the colors of PicsArt Masks with a new Hue slider Shape masks offer the opportunity to choose from a variety of shapes to overlay on your photos and they have been made even better recently - by adding the option to customize them by texture in addition to the previously available color and opacity

For a quick fix and speedy share of an image we introduced the Auto Enhance tool which automatically brings you the basic best version of your image while still allowing you to customize in small ways

In addition to these commonly shared updates the two platforms have some differences as well iOS users can now customize their collages by adjusting the inner borders and can choose from a whole new variety of pre-made grids iOS users will also be excited about our updates in the Social Network as written tags and usernames written out in comments or photo descriptions now automatically become links to what they are referencing This will make it easier for users to discover each other as well as trending tags

Donrsquot worry Android users you have some cool stuff too We know that photo stealing has become an issue in our network so we have removed the save option for photos Now only photos that have freetoedit tag can be saved and reused by others If you do not tag your miages with that tag no one will be able to save them We hope that this will help prevent photo theft and preserve the artistic rights of our creative userbase

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A Brief Introduction to Photo History

Although photography as we know it is among the youngest of the major art forms its history can be traced back to ancient times Chinese philosopher Mo-Zi discussed the principles of a camera obscura in the 4th or 5th century BCE For two thousand years it was known as a small dark room (or box) with a tiny hole in one wall through which light shone and projected an inverted image

During the late 1500s Giambattista della Portia perfected its design by adding a convex lens to the hole making a sharper more detailed image Camera obscuras allowed artists to trace a scene in ink for a more faithful reproduction

The Early Days of Image Processing

The 18th and 19th centuries saw a multitude of methods for image processing and creation In 1727 Johann Schulze mixed chalk silver and nitric acid - a very early photosensitive compound - noting that one side of the flask darkened when exposed to sunlight In 1816 Joseph Niceacutephore Nieacutepce created the worlds first photograph by coating a metal plate in a silver chloride solution and exposing it to light for 8 hours However he did not discover a way of permanently fixing

the image for another decadeWilliam Henry Fox Talbot applied Nieacutepces recipe to paper in 1834 fixing the images with a salt solution and eventually patenting the first paper negative as the ldquoCalotyperdquo in 1841

Meanwhile Louis Daguerre was creating the Daguerrotype by coating copper sheets in silver iodide creating a metal negative which he developed in a solution of mercury These two inventions lead to the creation of photography To that end on August 19 1839 the French government publicly acknowledged the invention of photography

The first glass negative was made by Frederick Scott Archer in 1851 using a wet plate collodion process During the 1850s the tintype photograph emerged this made the negative image appear positive by exposing it onto a dark-coloured metal sheet coated with collodion which made the shadows appear light and the highlights dark

In 1861 James Clerk-Maxwell realized that he could photograph a scene three times through a red blue and green filter and project the images on top of each other to create a full-colour image

Finally in 1871 Richard Leach Maddox suspended the silver solution in gelatin creating the dry emulsion which sent photography skyrocketing It was applied first to glass negatives but would later find its way onto the thin plastic film that made photography possible for the public at large

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The Photographic Boom

By 1878 glass plate negatives were being manufactured commercially and in 1880 George Eastman opened what would become the Eastman-Kodak company Within ten years he was producing roll film and in 1900 released the first personal camera the Kodak Brownie In 1907 the Lumiegravere Brothers released the first commercial colour film

Oscar Barnack working for Leitz microscopes pushed camera invention forward in 1914 with the first 35mm camera which was improved upon and released in 1924 as the first Leica camera 1936 saw the introduction of the modern SLR (single-lens reflex camera) as well as the legendary Kodachrome film which finally made colour photography popular Polaroid would release instant black-and-white film in 1948 followed by the colour version in 1963

Students from the Emerson School for GirlsSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

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Unidentified Woman in Nine Oval ViewsSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

Medium Daguerreotype

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The Digital Takeover

The first digital camera was invented in 1975 by Steve Sasson of Kodak using CCD sensor technology invented by Willard Boyle and George Smith in 1969 The birth of auto focus came with Minoltas Maxxum in 1985 paving the way for the worlds first commercially-available digital SLR ndash Kodaks 13 megapixel DCS-100 which sold in 1991 for $30000 USD Eight years later Nikon would wrestle away Kodaks dominance of the photo industry with the release of the D1 a 27MP model which went for a comparatively modest $6000

In 2003 Canon released the Digital Rebel the first consumer-level DSLR with a price tag under $1000 followed two years later by the first full-frame digital camera the 5D

Adobe hopped on the digital wave with the creation of Photoshop in 1990

A decade later the first camera phone was developed by Sharp in the early years of the new millennium Kodak ceased all production of film cameras in 2004 and even though the variety has been pared down they continue to produce film for the die-hard analog market

In the past ten years the major camera companies have focused their research and development almost entirely on improving their digital technology which has now begun to plateau The possibilities for future ingenuity now lay wide open with endless photographic possibilities waiting just over the horizon

The Reading EstablishmentAttributed to William Henry Fox Talbot (British 1800ndash1877)

Medium Salted paper prints from paper negatives

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Lola MontezSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

Medium Daguerreotype

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Lemuel ShawSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

Medium Daguerreotype

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Louis-Jacques-Mandeacute DaguerreJohn Jabez Edwin Mayall (British Oldham Lancashire 1813ndash1901 West Sussex)

Medium Albumen silver print from glass negative

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View Down Brattle Street from the Southworth amp Hawes Studio at 5 12 Tremont Row Boston

Southworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)Medium Daguerreotype

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Interview with Celebrity Photographer Jason Bell Having shot for publications like Vanity Fair Vogue photographed royals and had some of his work submitted into Britainrsquos National Portrait Gallery Jason Bell has cemented his place as one of the foremost portrait photographers of his generation He has published four books and received more accolades than we have room to mention In any case Jasonrsquos work is the gold-standard when it comes to peering past the face and into the soul of subject model or celebrity His work has fascinated us for some time so we interviewed him to learn more about his work and career

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INERVIEW

All images by and copyright of Jason Bell

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How did you become a photographer

I just always was I took pictures a lot as a child and then when I was at school I was given the keys to the school dark room which I remember finding a magical place It just carried on from there

You actually studied Politics Philosophy and Economics at Oxford and as of today you have photographed some of the most powerful individuals on earth from presidents to royals Is there a correlation there

I am a strong believer in researching the people I photograph so I think it helps that my education has given me an understanding of what some of them do

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What was it like to take the official christening photographs of Prince George

It was an honour to be asked Everyone kept telling me beforehand how nervous I would be and that I must be so stressed But I actually felt very relaxed throughout They gave me all the time I needed to prepare and were very friendly and relaxed I enjoyed it

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Many of your photos are part of the permanent collection of the National Portrait Gallery the United Kingdomrsquos official gallery for portraits of historical British people Your work is national history How does this feel

I try not to think of it in those terms but more about what I want to say about the person Irsquom photographing or what I can encourage them to reveal

Are there any portraits of yours in the National Portrait Gallery that stand out as favourites

My favourites tend to be favourites because they are people I have felt a particular connection with or even become friends with I try to do that with everyone I photograph but obviously it happens with some people more than others

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Yoursquove captured a lot of artists and entertainers as well What is it like photographing celebrities

I am lucky in that I photographed some famous people very early on in my career so I got used to it very quickly and it is not something that I find difficult to deal with at all now They are just people like everybody else and usually enjoy being treated as such

You did the movie posters for modern British classic like Billy Elliot and Love Actually How is shooting a movie poster different from capturing a portrait

It tends to be much more art directed so I have less freedom to just do what I want and have to follow a brief more carefully In those instances I try to follow that brief and then give them something in addition that they maybe didnrsquot know they wanted

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Have you ever photographed someone who had maybe been a role model of some kind for you or maybe just admired greatly

Yes - very early on in my career I was sent to Iceland to photograph Bjork I had been listening to that first album of hers all summer and so was a bit of a fan It actually kind of got in the way initially me being a fan and I had to get past that as quickly as possible to find the person I wanted to photograph

What was the most surreal moment you ever experienced during a photography shoot

I was shooting a campaign for the Royal Opera House of a Chinese opera singer called Liping Zhang in a beautiful area near the Mongolian border We were assured the weather would be OK since it was late spring but a freak snowstorm came through so we were all freezing and inappropriately dressed and we had to bundle her up in Chinese army coats to keep her warm and at the last moment there was so much snow we couldnrsquot even drive her to the spot where I wanted to photograph her so in order to get her there we had to rent a camel to put her on

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What advice would you give to amatuer photographers

Many of the students and amateurs who come to see me show me a little bit of everything That is unlikely to get you commissioned when you are starting out So I think itrsquos better to concentrate on one thing and do it very well at the beginning and then when that goes well you can branch out

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Bewitched by BlightA building in ruins hangs together by what seems like threads One of the upper floors sags precariously just inches above the head of a young woman who strolls absent-mindedly with a teddy-bear in hand It seems possible that at any moment the whole structure could come crashing down Lady Luck we presume

Danny Aguirre (danny-aguirre-142) is the PicsArtist responsible for this Photo of the Month entitled Lady Luck Aguirre edited this image to perfection transplanting a young lively and vibrant woman into a world of decay In this manner the photo speaks to us through contrast

Darkly lit ruins once full of life now sit forgotten surrounded by sick yellow skies The deteriorating building bears down on an unwary and carefree youth (Lady Luck) ambling at the mercy of its behemonth broken structure In this peculiar and eerie scene Aguirre captivates his audience while conveying the promise of the unexpected

In an ever-changing world Aguirre has captured the aesthetic beauty of a building that has passed its prime However in its old age the building has become something else entirely a peculiar and curious space open to imaginative interpretation This is perhaps the luck that the young lady pictured in the image and Aguirres audience have stumbled upon an unexpected opportunity to reflect on the present in light of the past Through his creative vision Aguirre allows us to study ourselves and the physical structures we leave behind for future generations

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A Photographerrsquos Guide to the US

The most unique shots in America and where to get them

Kelso San Dunes Mojave Desert

If yoursquore looking for a unique photography opportunity head for the Kelso Sand Dunes - mountainous piles of sand that seem to spring up from nowhere in the middle of the Mojave Desert The tallest dunes can rise up to 650 feet above the surrounding terrain In this setting a well-timed hike might allow you photograph the sunset from a phenomenal vantage point A couple words of caution be sure to take a flashlight in order to get back to your car and never go alone

If you donrsquot make it to the sand dunes dont despair The spectacular darkness of the Mojave desert translates into spectacular nighttime photography With almost no ambient light (apart from the stars and the vague glow over the horizon coming from Las Vegas) the Mojave is the perfect place to experiment with time lapse night shots and double exposures This is a surefire way to snap some fantastic shots

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The Redwood Forests California

If you drive down the west coast of California on Route 1 yoursquoll suddenly find yourself in a magical landscape of trees so tall that you feel like a tiny critter The redwood forests in California are truly a sight to behold and the deep ochre of the tree barks is spectacular to see

Driving through this area is fantastic but make sure that you park up and go exploring with your camera This is one of the best places for nature photography The way the light streams through the canopy in the late afternoon is nothing short of breathtaking a must see for every photographer

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Tucson Arizona

Tucson may not seem like a photographerrsquos haven and if you visit in July when the temperatures soar to over 100 degrees Fahrenheit it certainly wonrsquot feel like it either However the landscape of this often-forgotten city makes for some truly breathtaking sunsets and sunrises where flat land gives way to gorgeous mountains ensconced by sunlight

If you visit Tucson youll also find that it is an unlikely hotbed of culture and art With a history that goes back much further than many of its neighbors in the south west Tucson boasts remarkable architecture historic neighborhoods and museums not to mention the Mission San Xavier del Bac an 18th-century mission that is still functioning Whats more the city has a distinctly Western flavor in light of pervasive Native American and Mexican influences After the sun goes down yoursquoll also find art events and bars alive with music and bonding in a comfy college-town atmosphere which means that you can capture some great shots of people simply being themselves

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DIY Wall Decorations for Kids Room

Artists start young so here we want to show how you can nurture art into a child by decorating his room so he starts seeing and valuing creativity from his early days

This DIY tutorial is so easy to do that if you have elder children you can involve them in the process of making these awsome wall hangings Make a collage in minutes that will be an impressive surprise for everyone and give you a proud piece of original artwork to hang on the wall in your kids room

For this project yoursquoll need a color printer markers scissors glue 2 pieces of ordinary cardboard and 4 equal-sized colorfull cardboards or canvas

Step 1 PrintFind some awesome characters online by either browsing clipart in the PicsArt Shop or googling cartoon images Also print out some basic colors or patterns to cut into shapes If you dont like the color of your background cardboards or canvases you can either color them with paint or print out patterns to make your backgrounds more colorful

Step 2 CutCut out your characters carefully and glue them on cardboard Now cut out the cardboard in the shape of your characters Be sure to cut out shapes for the scenery of your collage like clouds and trees There is no need to glue them on an additional cardboard if you do not want to make them look 3D

Step 3 Create 3D ElementsIdentify some parts of the animals you want to highlight like tails eyes or ears Cut out two of those parts from cardboard and glue one over the other so that the one with patterns stays on top

Step 4 GlueGlue your shapes onto 4 pieces of cardboard Start with the scenery (trees and clouds) then glue on your characters then glue on their cool colored double-layered body parts to make them stand out As a result you will have 3D-like animals or any other items you want

Step 6 Draw Parts and Write MessagesYou can draw some fine elements into your collage using ordinary colorful markers You can also write a message on your collage with a marker Your creations are now ready to make your child smile

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Danielrsquos Twisted Animal Crime LineupGreat artists know how to turn heads with their art and that is certainly the case with PicsArtist of the Month Daniel (n3cr0n0m1c0n) However when he turns heads he turns them into something else Daniel has recently unveiled a series of photos that replace the head of a human body with various animal heads - the only exception being an awesome Star Wars stormtrooper helmet

In each photo of the series Daniels body dons a different head Nevertheless he is shown wearing the same clothes - a leather jacket with a zipper that runs diagonally across his torso into the side of his collar The thing about Danielrsquos photos is that the details of their construction work really well together to create a dark artistic vision with grungy undertones

Despite this odd synergy each photo is posed with a nonchalance that seems to undermine the strangeness of it all every shot displaying the emotional expression of a criminal lineup or mugshot The body takes on a neutral stance and the animal heads stare with vacant expressions as if silently counting the seconds for the camera shutter to click so they can walk off and do something else The overall emotional effect is weird uneasy slightly comic and extremely captivating

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FEATURE Artist

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Step 5 Cut and Create Clipart

Select the Scissors icon from the top menu (ie the Free Crop option) Choose the Lasso option by clicking on the Brush icon Use the lasso to cut out the skyline of your city from the background Press the Save as Clipart button at the top of the screen to save your selection as a clipart image This will save your selection in My Clipart section allowing you to reuse it on any image whenever you need it

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Step 6 Place and Blend the Image

Adjust the size of your city and place it on the back of the animal Select and apply the Lighten blending mode from the menu

below Confirm the changes you have made

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Step 7 Shape Masks

Select the Shape Mask icon and choose a shape to frame your photo Reduce the opacity to around 30 to go with your shot Confirm and save your creation

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How to Draw Amazing Anime

Step by Step Tutorial

Anime has a unique style that has garnered global popularity even fanaticism This tutorial demonstrates how to make your very own anime using PicsArt Drawing Tools and your smart device

See how PicsArt Drawing Tools make drawing fun and easy and use this step by step tutorial to create your very own anime Who knows Maybe one day your anime will become the main character for your own cartoon or comics

TUTORIAL Drawing

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Step 1 Draw the Basic Outline

Draw a basic outline of your anime character using simple strokes in a light blue color so that you will be able to distinguish it from other outlines later on

Step 2 Refine your Outline

Add a new layer and use your previous layer as a guide to draw a more precise outline Delete the layer with the blue outline when finished

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Step 4 Add Color

Use thick colorful brushes to add the basic first layer of colors to your drawing

Step 3 Final Outline

Reduce the opacity and add a new layer for your final outline Trace a final outline using clean and deliberate strokes Make sure you get all of your details exactly right and correct previous mistakes Delete or hide previous outline layer when done

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Step 5 Add Shading

Add a new layer and outline the areas of your drawing you would like to shade Color this outline in black when you are ready

Step 6 Background Color

Reduce the opacity of your shade layer for a more subtle shade Use brighter tones to add lighting and reflection in your drawing Finish your drawing by using a translucent brush to add shading and texture to your background This creates ambiance and gives your anime character that final touch of realism it needs

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Design a Postcard that Encapsulates Summer VacationPicsArt has everything you need to create the perfect postcard using your summer photos With the right combination of masks texts and clipart you can create a professional card that perfectly captures the feelings and images of your fondest summer vacation memories

With this tutorial wersquoll show you an example of how to create a postcard step by step Yoursquoll be surprised at how easy it is to make something look so good in five easy steps

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Step 1 Upload a PhotoUpload a photo from the edit section of the main menu

TUTORIAL Design

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Step 2 Add Shape MaskSelect the Shape Mask icon from the menu bar and choose a shape mask that fits your photo best Customize the color size and opacity of the mask

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Step 3 2nd Shape MaskAdd a second Shape Mask with the same color and opacity as your previous one Reverse the mask by checking the box next to Inverse at the bottom right corner

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Step 4 Add TextPress the Text icon to add text to your postcard Add your text line by line to experiment with different fonts sizes and colors

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Step 5 Add ClipartPress the Clipart icon and choose clipart images to add that go with the theme of your postcard Customize the size and color to complete your postcard

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PicsArtist Roxyrsquos Visceral Mobile ArtThe series of abstract portraits created by PicsArtist Roxy HArt (roxyhart) are gripping Not only is her artwork raw and emotionally charged but it is rendered in a unique artistic fashion - all on her mobile phone

At times Roxy mixes her drawings with photography blending the two togehter with a variety of brush strokes and textures Roxy does not hold back when she faces inner anguish as an artist but rather injects this emotion into her work

Nevertheless some of her portraits are less jarring possessing a softer more poetic touch In these portraits her frustration gives way to melancholy as she tones down stark reds and peppers her portraits with faded yellows purples and blues

Not long ago terms like ldquomobile artrdquo were easily dismissed by the fine art mainstream but PicsArtists like Roxy prove that a tablet or smartphone can be just as powerful as a canvas and paintbrush The following collection of portraits by Roxy illustrate that even without the traditional tools mobile artwork retains emotion and authenticity

INSPIRATION Drawing

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WHATS NEW

PicsArtrsquos Exciting New Features for iOS and Android Devices

PicsArt recently released some exciting updates for Android and iOS Most of the new features were available for both platforms but they had their slight differences

The update included two new effects Dodger and Vintage Ivory The former softens your photo with pale colors and ambient lighting while the latter is inspired by vintage color palettes and resolutions but with a new whiter and brighter twist

PicsArt also gave users the ability to customize the colors of PicsArt Masks with a new Hue slider Shape masks offer the opportunity to choose from a variety of shapes to overlay on your photos and they have been made even better recently - by adding the option to customize them by texture in addition to the previously available color and opacity

For a quick fix and speedy share of an image we introduced the Auto Enhance tool which automatically brings you the basic best version of your image while still allowing you to customize in small ways

In addition to these commonly shared updates the two platforms have some differences as well iOS users can now customize their collages by adjusting the inner borders and can choose from a whole new variety of pre-made grids iOS users will also be excited about our updates in the Social Network as written tags and usernames written out in comments or photo descriptions now automatically become links to what they are referencing This will make it easier for users to discover each other as well as trending tags

Donrsquot worry Android users you have some cool stuff too We know that photo stealing has become an issue in our network so we have removed the save option for photos Now only photos that have freetoedit tag can be saved and reused by others If you do not tag your miages with that tag no one will be able to save them We hope that this will help prevent photo theft and preserve the artistic rights of our creative userbase

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A Brief Introduction to Photo History

Although photography as we know it is among the youngest of the major art forms its history can be traced back to ancient times Chinese philosopher Mo-Zi discussed the principles of a camera obscura in the 4th or 5th century BCE For two thousand years it was known as a small dark room (or box) with a tiny hole in one wall through which light shone and projected an inverted image

During the late 1500s Giambattista della Portia perfected its design by adding a convex lens to the hole making a sharper more detailed image Camera obscuras allowed artists to trace a scene in ink for a more faithful reproduction

The Early Days of Image Processing

The 18th and 19th centuries saw a multitude of methods for image processing and creation In 1727 Johann Schulze mixed chalk silver and nitric acid - a very early photosensitive compound - noting that one side of the flask darkened when exposed to sunlight In 1816 Joseph Niceacutephore Nieacutepce created the worlds first photograph by coating a metal plate in a silver chloride solution and exposing it to light for 8 hours However he did not discover a way of permanently fixing

the image for another decadeWilliam Henry Fox Talbot applied Nieacutepces recipe to paper in 1834 fixing the images with a salt solution and eventually patenting the first paper negative as the ldquoCalotyperdquo in 1841

Meanwhile Louis Daguerre was creating the Daguerrotype by coating copper sheets in silver iodide creating a metal negative which he developed in a solution of mercury These two inventions lead to the creation of photography To that end on August 19 1839 the French government publicly acknowledged the invention of photography

The first glass negative was made by Frederick Scott Archer in 1851 using a wet plate collodion process During the 1850s the tintype photograph emerged this made the negative image appear positive by exposing it onto a dark-coloured metal sheet coated with collodion which made the shadows appear light and the highlights dark

In 1861 James Clerk-Maxwell realized that he could photograph a scene three times through a red blue and green filter and project the images on top of each other to create a full-colour image

Finally in 1871 Richard Leach Maddox suspended the silver solution in gelatin creating the dry emulsion which sent photography skyrocketing It was applied first to glass negatives but would later find its way onto the thin plastic film that made photography possible for the public at large

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The Photographic Boom

By 1878 glass plate negatives were being manufactured commercially and in 1880 George Eastman opened what would become the Eastman-Kodak company Within ten years he was producing roll film and in 1900 released the first personal camera the Kodak Brownie In 1907 the Lumiegravere Brothers released the first commercial colour film

Oscar Barnack working for Leitz microscopes pushed camera invention forward in 1914 with the first 35mm camera which was improved upon and released in 1924 as the first Leica camera 1936 saw the introduction of the modern SLR (single-lens reflex camera) as well as the legendary Kodachrome film which finally made colour photography popular Polaroid would release instant black-and-white film in 1948 followed by the colour version in 1963

Students from the Emerson School for GirlsSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

Medium Daguerreotype

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Unidentified Woman in Nine Oval ViewsSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

Medium Daguerreotype

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The Digital Takeover

The first digital camera was invented in 1975 by Steve Sasson of Kodak using CCD sensor technology invented by Willard Boyle and George Smith in 1969 The birth of auto focus came with Minoltas Maxxum in 1985 paving the way for the worlds first commercially-available digital SLR ndash Kodaks 13 megapixel DCS-100 which sold in 1991 for $30000 USD Eight years later Nikon would wrestle away Kodaks dominance of the photo industry with the release of the D1 a 27MP model which went for a comparatively modest $6000

In 2003 Canon released the Digital Rebel the first consumer-level DSLR with a price tag under $1000 followed two years later by the first full-frame digital camera the 5D

Adobe hopped on the digital wave with the creation of Photoshop in 1990

A decade later the first camera phone was developed by Sharp in the early years of the new millennium Kodak ceased all production of film cameras in 2004 and even though the variety has been pared down they continue to produce film for the die-hard analog market

In the past ten years the major camera companies have focused their research and development almost entirely on improving their digital technology which has now begun to plateau The possibilities for future ingenuity now lay wide open with endless photographic possibilities waiting just over the horizon

The Reading EstablishmentAttributed to William Henry Fox Talbot (British 1800ndash1877)

Medium Salted paper prints from paper negatives

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Lola MontezSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

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Lemuel ShawSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

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Louis-Jacques-Mandeacute DaguerreJohn Jabez Edwin Mayall (British Oldham Lancashire 1813ndash1901 West Sussex)

Medium Albumen silver print from glass negative

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View Down Brattle Street from the Southworth amp Hawes Studio at 5 12 Tremont Row Boston

Southworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)Medium Daguerreotype

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Interview with Celebrity Photographer Jason Bell Having shot for publications like Vanity Fair Vogue photographed royals and had some of his work submitted into Britainrsquos National Portrait Gallery Jason Bell has cemented his place as one of the foremost portrait photographers of his generation He has published four books and received more accolades than we have room to mention In any case Jasonrsquos work is the gold-standard when it comes to peering past the face and into the soul of subject model or celebrity His work has fascinated us for some time so we interviewed him to learn more about his work and career

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INERVIEW

All images by and copyright of Jason Bell

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How did you become a photographer

I just always was I took pictures a lot as a child and then when I was at school I was given the keys to the school dark room which I remember finding a magical place It just carried on from there

You actually studied Politics Philosophy and Economics at Oxford and as of today you have photographed some of the most powerful individuals on earth from presidents to royals Is there a correlation there

I am a strong believer in researching the people I photograph so I think it helps that my education has given me an understanding of what some of them do

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What was it like to take the official christening photographs of Prince George

It was an honour to be asked Everyone kept telling me beforehand how nervous I would be and that I must be so stressed But I actually felt very relaxed throughout They gave me all the time I needed to prepare and were very friendly and relaxed I enjoyed it

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Many of your photos are part of the permanent collection of the National Portrait Gallery the United Kingdomrsquos official gallery for portraits of historical British people Your work is national history How does this feel

I try not to think of it in those terms but more about what I want to say about the person Irsquom photographing or what I can encourage them to reveal

Are there any portraits of yours in the National Portrait Gallery that stand out as favourites

My favourites tend to be favourites because they are people I have felt a particular connection with or even become friends with I try to do that with everyone I photograph but obviously it happens with some people more than others

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Yoursquove captured a lot of artists and entertainers as well What is it like photographing celebrities

I am lucky in that I photographed some famous people very early on in my career so I got used to it very quickly and it is not something that I find difficult to deal with at all now They are just people like everybody else and usually enjoy being treated as such

You did the movie posters for modern British classic like Billy Elliot and Love Actually How is shooting a movie poster different from capturing a portrait

It tends to be much more art directed so I have less freedom to just do what I want and have to follow a brief more carefully In those instances I try to follow that brief and then give them something in addition that they maybe didnrsquot know they wanted

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Have you ever photographed someone who had maybe been a role model of some kind for you or maybe just admired greatly

Yes - very early on in my career I was sent to Iceland to photograph Bjork I had been listening to that first album of hers all summer and so was a bit of a fan It actually kind of got in the way initially me being a fan and I had to get past that as quickly as possible to find the person I wanted to photograph

What was the most surreal moment you ever experienced during a photography shoot

I was shooting a campaign for the Royal Opera House of a Chinese opera singer called Liping Zhang in a beautiful area near the Mongolian border We were assured the weather would be OK since it was late spring but a freak snowstorm came through so we were all freezing and inappropriately dressed and we had to bundle her up in Chinese army coats to keep her warm and at the last moment there was so much snow we couldnrsquot even drive her to the spot where I wanted to photograph her so in order to get her there we had to rent a camel to put her on

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What advice would you give to amatuer photographers

Many of the students and amateurs who come to see me show me a little bit of everything That is unlikely to get you commissioned when you are starting out So I think itrsquos better to concentrate on one thing and do it very well at the beginning and then when that goes well you can branch out

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Bewitched by BlightA building in ruins hangs together by what seems like threads One of the upper floors sags precariously just inches above the head of a young woman who strolls absent-mindedly with a teddy-bear in hand It seems possible that at any moment the whole structure could come crashing down Lady Luck we presume

Danny Aguirre (danny-aguirre-142) is the PicsArtist responsible for this Photo of the Month entitled Lady Luck Aguirre edited this image to perfection transplanting a young lively and vibrant woman into a world of decay In this manner the photo speaks to us through contrast

Darkly lit ruins once full of life now sit forgotten surrounded by sick yellow skies The deteriorating building bears down on an unwary and carefree youth (Lady Luck) ambling at the mercy of its behemonth broken structure In this peculiar and eerie scene Aguirre captivates his audience while conveying the promise of the unexpected

In an ever-changing world Aguirre has captured the aesthetic beauty of a building that has passed its prime However in its old age the building has become something else entirely a peculiar and curious space open to imaginative interpretation This is perhaps the luck that the young lady pictured in the image and Aguirres audience have stumbled upon an unexpected opportunity to reflect on the present in light of the past Through his creative vision Aguirre allows us to study ourselves and the physical structures we leave behind for future generations

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A Photographerrsquos Guide to the US

The most unique shots in America and where to get them

Kelso San Dunes Mojave Desert

If yoursquore looking for a unique photography opportunity head for the Kelso Sand Dunes - mountainous piles of sand that seem to spring up from nowhere in the middle of the Mojave Desert The tallest dunes can rise up to 650 feet above the surrounding terrain In this setting a well-timed hike might allow you photograph the sunset from a phenomenal vantage point A couple words of caution be sure to take a flashlight in order to get back to your car and never go alone

If you donrsquot make it to the sand dunes dont despair The spectacular darkness of the Mojave desert translates into spectacular nighttime photography With almost no ambient light (apart from the stars and the vague glow over the horizon coming from Las Vegas) the Mojave is the perfect place to experiment with time lapse night shots and double exposures This is a surefire way to snap some fantastic shots

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The Redwood Forests California

If you drive down the west coast of California on Route 1 yoursquoll suddenly find yourself in a magical landscape of trees so tall that you feel like a tiny critter The redwood forests in California are truly a sight to behold and the deep ochre of the tree barks is spectacular to see

Driving through this area is fantastic but make sure that you park up and go exploring with your camera This is one of the best places for nature photography The way the light streams through the canopy in the late afternoon is nothing short of breathtaking a must see for every photographer

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Tucson Arizona

Tucson may not seem like a photographerrsquos haven and if you visit in July when the temperatures soar to over 100 degrees Fahrenheit it certainly wonrsquot feel like it either However the landscape of this often-forgotten city makes for some truly breathtaking sunsets and sunrises where flat land gives way to gorgeous mountains ensconced by sunlight

If you visit Tucson youll also find that it is an unlikely hotbed of culture and art With a history that goes back much further than many of its neighbors in the south west Tucson boasts remarkable architecture historic neighborhoods and museums not to mention the Mission San Xavier del Bac an 18th-century mission that is still functioning Whats more the city has a distinctly Western flavor in light of pervasive Native American and Mexican influences After the sun goes down yoursquoll also find art events and bars alive with music and bonding in a comfy college-town atmosphere which means that you can capture some great shots of people simply being themselves

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DIY Wall Decorations for Kids Room

Artists start young so here we want to show how you can nurture art into a child by decorating his room so he starts seeing and valuing creativity from his early days

This DIY tutorial is so easy to do that if you have elder children you can involve them in the process of making these awsome wall hangings Make a collage in minutes that will be an impressive surprise for everyone and give you a proud piece of original artwork to hang on the wall in your kids room

For this project yoursquoll need a color printer markers scissors glue 2 pieces of ordinary cardboard and 4 equal-sized colorfull cardboards or canvas

Step 1 PrintFind some awesome characters online by either browsing clipart in the PicsArt Shop or googling cartoon images Also print out some basic colors or patterns to cut into shapes If you dont like the color of your background cardboards or canvases you can either color them with paint or print out patterns to make your backgrounds more colorful

Step 2 CutCut out your characters carefully and glue them on cardboard Now cut out the cardboard in the shape of your characters Be sure to cut out shapes for the scenery of your collage like clouds and trees There is no need to glue them on an additional cardboard if you do not want to make them look 3D

Step 3 Create 3D ElementsIdentify some parts of the animals you want to highlight like tails eyes or ears Cut out two of those parts from cardboard and glue one over the other so that the one with patterns stays on top

Step 4 GlueGlue your shapes onto 4 pieces of cardboard Start with the scenery (trees and clouds) then glue on your characters then glue on their cool colored double-layered body parts to make them stand out As a result you will have 3D-like animals or any other items you want

Step 6 Draw Parts and Write MessagesYou can draw some fine elements into your collage using ordinary colorful markers You can also write a message on your collage with a marker Your creations are now ready to make your child smile

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Danielrsquos Twisted Animal Crime LineupGreat artists know how to turn heads with their art and that is certainly the case with PicsArtist of the Month Daniel (n3cr0n0m1c0n) However when he turns heads he turns them into something else Daniel has recently unveiled a series of photos that replace the head of a human body with various animal heads - the only exception being an awesome Star Wars stormtrooper helmet

In each photo of the series Daniels body dons a different head Nevertheless he is shown wearing the same clothes - a leather jacket with a zipper that runs diagonally across his torso into the side of his collar The thing about Danielrsquos photos is that the details of their construction work really well together to create a dark artistic vision with grungy undertones

Despite this odd synergy each photo is posed with a nonchalance that seems to undermine the strangeness of it all every shot displaying the emotional expression of a criminal lineup or mugshot The body takes on a neutral stance and the animal heads stare with vacant expressions as if silently counting the seconds for the camera shutter to click so they can walk off and do something else The overall emotional effect is weird uneasy slightly comic and extremely captivating

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Step 6 Place and Blend the Image

Adjust the size of your city and place it on the back of the animal Select and apply the Lighten blending mode from the menu

below Confirm the changes you have made

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Step 7 Shape Masks

Select the Shape Mask icon and choose a shape to frame your photo Reduce the opacity to around 30 to go with your shot Confirm and save your creation

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How to Draw Amazing Anime

Step by Step Tutorial

Anime has a unique style that has garnered global popularity even fanaticism This tutorial demonstrates how to make your very own anime using PicsArt Drawing Tools and your smart device

See how PicsArt Drawing Tools make drawing fun and easy and use this step by step tutorial to create your very own anime Who knows Maybe one day your anime will become the main character for your own cartoon or comics

TUTORIAL Drawing

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Step 1 Draw the Basic Outline

Draw a basic outline of your anime character using simple strokes in a light blue color so that you will be able to distinguish it from other outlines later on

Step 2 Refine your Outline

Add a new layer and use your previous layer as a guide to draw a more precise outline Delete the layer with the blue outline when finished

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Step 4 Add Color

Use thick colorful brushes to add the basic first layer of colors to your drawing

Step 3 Final Outline

Reduce the opacity and add a new layer for your final outline Trace a final outline using clean and deliberate strokes Make sure you get all of your details exactly right and correct previous mistakes Delete or hide previous outline layer when done

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Step 5 Add Shading

Add a new layer and outline the areas of your drawing you would like to shade Color this outline in black when you are ready

Step 6 Background Color

Reduce the opacity of your shade layer for a more subtle shade Use brighter tones to add lighting and reflection in your drawing Finish your drawing by using a translucent brush to add shading and texture to your background This creates ambiance and gives your anime character that final touch of realism it needs

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Design a Postcard that Encapsulates Summer VacationPicsArt has everything you need to create the perfect postcard using your summer photos With the right combination of masks texts and clipart you can create a professional card that perfectly captures the feelings and images of your fondest summer vacation memories

With this tutorial wersquoll show you an example of how to create a postcard step by step Yoursquoll be surprised at how easy it is to make something look so good in five easy steps

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Step 1 Upload a PhotoUpload a photo from the edit section of the main menu

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Step 2 Add Shape MaskSelect the Shape Mask icon from the menu bar and choose a shape mask that fits your photo best Customize the color size and opacity of the mask

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Step 3 2nd Shape MaskAdd a second Shape Mask with the same color and opacity as your previous one Reverse the mask by checking the box next to Inverse at the bottom right corner

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Step 4 Add TextPress the Text icon to add text to your postcard Add your text line by line to experiment with different fonts sizes and colors

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Step 5 Add ClipartPress the Clipart icon and choose clipart images to add that go with the theme of your postcard Customize the size and color to complete your postcard

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PicsArtist Roxyrsquos Visceral Mobile ArtThe series of abstract portraits created by PicsArtist Roxy HArt (roxyhart) are gripping Not only is her artwork raw and emotionally charged but it is rendered in a unique artistic fashion - all on her mobile phone

At times Roxy mixes her drawings with photography blending the two togehter with a variety of brush strokes and textures Roxy does not hold back when she faces inner anguish as an artist but rather injects this emotion into her work

Nevertheless some of her portraits are less jarring possessing a softer more poetic touch In these portraits her frustration gives way to melancholy as she tones down stark reds and peppers her portraits with faded yellows purples and blues

Not long ago terms like ldquomobile artrdquo were easily dismissed by the fine art mainstream but PicsArtists like Roxy prove that a tablet or smartphone can be just as powerful as a canvas and paintbrush The following collection of portraits by Roxy illustrate that even without the traditional tools mobile artwork retains emotion and authenticity

INSPIRATION Drawing

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WHATS NEW

PicsArtrsquos Exciting New Features for iOS and Android Devices

PicsArt recently released some exciting updates for Android and iOS Most of the new features were available for both platforms but they had their slight differences

The update included two new effects Dodger and Vintage Ivory The former softens your photo with pale colors and ambient lighting while the latter is inspired by vintage color palettes and resolutions but with a new whiter and brighter twist

PicsArt also gave users the ability to customize the colors of PicsArt Masks with a new Hue slider Shape masks offer the opportunity to choose from a variety of shapes to overlay on your photos and they have been made even better recently - by adding the option to customize them by texture in addition to the previously available color and opacity

For a quick fix and speedy share of an image we introduced the Auto Enhance tool which automatically brings you the basic best version of your image while still allowing you to customize in small ways

In addition to these commonly shared updates the two platforms have some differences as well iOS users can now customize their collages by adjusting the inner borders and can choose from a whole new variety of pre-made grids iOS users will also be excited about our updates in the Social Network as written tags and usernames written out in comments or photo descriptions now automatically become links to what they are referencing This will make it easier for users to discover each other as well as trending tags

Donrsquot worry Android users you have some cool stuff too We know that photo stealing has become an issue in our network so we have removed the save option for photos Now only photos that have freetoedit tag can be saved and reused by others If you do not tag your miages with that tag no one will be able to save them We hope that this will help prevent photo theft and preserve the artistic rights of our creative userbase

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A Brief Introduction to Photo History

Although photography as we know it is among the youngest of the major art forms its history can be traced back to ancient times Chinese philosopher Mo-Zi discussed the principles of a camera obscura in the 4th or 5th century BCE For two thousand years it was known as a small dark room (or box) with a tiny hole in one wall through which light shone and projected an inverted image

During the late 1500s Giambattista della Portia perfected its design by adding a convex lens to the hole making a sharper more detailed image Camera obscuras allowed artists to trace a scene in ink for a more faithful reproduction

The Early Days of Image Processing

The 18th and 19th centuries saw a multitude of methods for image processing and creation In 1727 Johann Schulze mixed chalk silver and nitric acid - a very early photosensitive compound - noting that one side of the flask darkened when exposed to sunlight In 1816 Joseph Niceacutephore Nieacutepce created the worlds first photograph by coating a metal plate in a silver chloride solution and exposing it to light for 8 hours However he did not discover a way of permanently fixing

the image for another decadeWilliam Henry Fox Talbot applied Nieacutepces recipe to paper in 1834 fixing the images with a salt solution and eventually patenting the first paper negative as the ldquoCalotyperdquo in 1841

Meanwhile Louis Daguerre was creating the Daguerrotype by coating copper sheets in silver iodide creating a metal negative which he developed in a solution of mercury These two inventions lead to the creation of photography To that end on August 19 1839 the French government publicly acknowledged the invention of photography

The first glass negative was made by Frederick Scott Archer in 1851 using a wet plate collodion process During the 1850s the tintype photograph emerged this made the negative image appear positive by exposing it onto a dark-coloured metal sheet coated with collodion which made the shadows appear light and the highlights dark

In 1861 James Clerk-Maxwell realized that he could photograph a scene three times through a red blue and green filter and project the images on top of each other to create a full-colour image

Finally in 1871 Richard Leach Maddox suspended the silver solution in gelatin creating the dry emulsion which sent photography skyrocketing It was applied first to glass negatives but would later find its way onto the thin plastic film that made photography possible for the public at large

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The Photographic Boom

By 1878 glass plate negatives were being manufactured commercially and in 1880 George Eastman opened what would become the Eastman-Kodak company Within ten years he was producing roll film and in 1900 released the first personal camera the Kodak Brownie In 1907 the Lumiegravere Brothers released the first commercial colour film

Oscar Barnack working for Leitz microscopes pushed camera invention forward in 1914 with the first 35mm camera which was improved upon and released in 1924 as the first Leica camera 1936 saw the introduction of the modern SLR (single-lens reflex camera) as well as the legendary Kodachrome film which finally made colour photography popular Polaroid would release instant black-and-white film in 1948 followed by the colour version in 1963

Students from the Emerson School for GirlsSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

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Unidentified Woman in Nine Oval ViewsSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

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The Digital Takeover

The first digital camera was invented in 1975 by Steve Sasson of Kodak using CCD sensor technology invented by Willard Boyle and George Smith in 1969 The birth of auto focus came with Minoltas Maxxum in 1985 paving the way for the worlds first commercially-available digital SLR ndash Kodaks 13 megapixel DCS-100 which sold in 1991 for $30000 USD Eight years later Nikon would wrestle away Kodaks dominance of the photo industry with the release of the D1 a 27MP model which went for a comparatively modest $6000

In 2003 Canon released the Digital Rebel the first consumer-level DSLR with a price tag under $1000 followed two years later by the first full-frame digital camera the 5D

Adobe hopped on the digital wave with the creation of Photoshop in 1990

A decade later the first camera phone was developed by Sharp in the early years of the new millennium Kodak ceased all production of film cameras in 2004 and even though the variety has been pared down they continue to produce film for the die-hard analog market

In the past ten years the major camera companies have focused their research and development almost entirely on improving their digital technology which has now begun to plateau The possibilities for future ingenuity now lay wide open with endless photographic possibilities waiting just over the horizon

The Reading EstablishmentAttributed to William Henry Fox Talbot (British 1800ndash1877)

Medium Salted paper prints from paper negatives

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Lola MontezSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

Medium Daguerreotype

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Lemuel ShawSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

Medium Daguerreotype

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Louis-Jacques-Mandeacute DaguerreJohn Jabez Edwin Mayall (British Oldham Lancashire 1813ndash1901 West Sussex)

Medium Albumen silver print from glass negative

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View Down Brattle Street from the Southworth amp Hawes Studio at 5 12 Tremont Row Boston

Southworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)Medium Daguerreotype

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Interview with Celebrity Photographer Jason Bell Having shot for publications like Vanity Fair Vogue photographed royals and had some of his work submitted into Britainrsquos National Portrait Gallery Jason Bell has cemented his place as one of the foremost portrait photographers of his generation He has published four books and received more accolades than we have room to mention In any case Jasonrsquos work is the gold-standard when it comes to peering past the face and into the soul of subject model or celebrity His work has fascinated us for some time so we interviewed him to learn more about his work and career

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INERVIEW

All images by and copyright of Jason Bell

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How did you become a photographer

I just always was I took pictures a lot as a child and then when I was at school I was given the keys to the school dark room which I remember finding a magical place It just carried on from there

You actually studied Politics Philosophy and Economics at Oxford and as of today you have photographed some of the most powerful individuals on earth from presidents to royals Is there a correlation there

I am a strong believer in researching the people I photograph so I think it helps that my education has given me an understanding of what some of them do

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What was it like to take the official christening photographs of Prince George

It was an honour to be asked Everyone kept telling me beforehand how nervous I would be and that I must be so stressed But I actually felt very relaxed throughout They gave me all the time I needed to prepare and were very friendly and relaxed I enjoyed it

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Many of your photos are part of the permanent collection of the National Portrait Gallery the United Kingdomrsquos official gallery for portraits of historical British people Your work is national history How does this feel

I try not to think of it in those terms but more about what I want to say about the person Irsquom photographing or what I can encourage them to reveal

Are there any portraits of yours in the National Portrait Gallery that stand out as favourites

My favourites tend to be favourites because they are people I have felt a particular connection with or even become friends with I try to do that with everyone I photograph but obviously it happens with some people more than others

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Yoursquove captured a lot of artists and entertainers as well What is it like photographing celebrities

I am lucky in that I photographed some famous people very early on in my career so I got used to it very quickly and it is not something that I find difficult to deal with at all now They are just people like everybody else and usually enjoy being treated as such

You did the movie posters for modern British classic like Billy Elliot and Love Actually How is shooting a movie poster different from capturing a portrait

It tends to be much more art directed so I have less freedom to just do what I want and have to follow a brief more carefully In those instances I try to follow that brief and then give them something in addition that they maybe didnrsquot know they wanted

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Have you ever photographed someone who had maybe been a role model of some kind for you or maybe just admired greatly

Yes - very early on in my career I was sent to Iceland to photograph Bjork I had been listening to that first album of hers all summer and so was a bit of a fan It actually kind of got in the way initially me being a fan and I had to get past that as quickly as possible to find the person I wanted to photograph

What was the most surreal moment you ever experienced during a photography shoot

I was shooting a campaign for the Royal Opera House of a Chinese opera singer called Liping Zhang in a beautiful area near the Mongolian border We were assured the weather would be OK since it was late spring but a freak snowstorm came through so we were all freezing and inappropriately dressed and we had to bundle her up in Chinese army coats to keep her warm and at the last moment there was so much snow we couldnrsquot even drive her to the spot where I wanted to photograph her so in order to get her there we had to rent a camel to put her on

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What advice would you give to amatuer photographers

Many of the students and amateurs who come to see me show me a little bit of everything That is unlikely to get you commissioned when you are starting out So I think itrsquos better to concentrate on one thing and do it very well at the beginning and then when that goes well you can branch out

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Bewitched by BlightA building in ruins hangs together by what seems like threads One of the upper floors sags precariously just inches above the head of a young woman who strolls absent-mindedly with a teddy-bear in hand It seems possible that at any moment the whole structure could come crashing down Lady Luck we presume

Danny Aguirre (danny-aguirre-142) is the PicsArtist responsible for this Photo of the Month entitled Lady Luck Aguirre edited this image to perfection transplanting a young lively and vibrant woman into a world of decay In this manner the photo speaks to us through contrast

Darkly lit ruins once full of life now sit forgotten surrounded by sick yellow skies The deteriorating building bears down on an unwary and carefree youth (Lady Luck) ambling at the mercy of its behemonth broken structure In this peculiar and eerie scene Aguirre captivates his audience while conveying the promise of the unexpected

In an ever-changing world Aguirre has captured the aesthetic beauty of a building that has passed its prime However in its old age the building has become something else entirely a peculiar and curious space open to imaginative interpretation This is perhaps the luck that the young lady pictured in the image and Aguirres audience have stumbled upon an unexpected opportunity to reflect on the present in light of the past Through his creative vision Aguirre allows us to study ourselves and the physical structures we leave behind for future generations

d

anny

-agu

irre

-14

2

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A Photographerrsquos Guide to the US

The most unique shots in America and where to get them

Kelso San Dunes Mojave Desert

If yoursquore looking for a unique photography opportunity head for the Kelso Sand Dunes - mountainous piles of sand that seem to spring up from nowhere in the middle of the Mojave Desert The tallest dunes can rise up to 650 feet above the surrounding terrain In this setting a well-timed hike might allow you photograph the sunset from a phenomenal vantage point A couple words of caution be sure to take a flashlight in order to get back to your car and never go alone

If you donrsquot make it to the sand dunes dont despair The spectacular darkness of the Mojave desert translates into spectacular nighttime photography With almost no ambient light (apart from the stars and the vague glow over the horizon coming from Las Vegas) the Mojave is the perfect place to experiment with time lapse night shots and double exposures This is a surefire way to snap some fantastic shots

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The Redwood Forests California

If you drive down the west coast of California on Route 1 yoursquoll suddenly find yourself in a magical landscape of trees so tall that you feel like a tiny critter The redwood forests in California are truly a sight to behold and the deep ochre of the tree barks is spectacular to see

Driving through this area is fantastic but make sure that you park up and go exploring with your camera This is one of the best places for nature photography The way the light streams through the canopy in the late afternoon is nothing short of breathtaking a must see for every photographer

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Tucson Arizona

Tucson may not seem like a photographerrsquos haven and if you visit in July when the temperatures soar to over 100 degrees Fahrenheit it certainly wonrsquot feel like it either However the landscape of this often-forgotten city makes for some truly breathtaking sunsets and sunrises where flat land gives way to gorgeous mountains ensconced by sunlight

If you visit Tucson youll also find that it is an unlikely hotbed of culture and art With a history that goes back much further than many of its neighbors in the south west Tucson boasts remarkable architecture historic neighborhoods and museums not to mention the Mission San Xavier del Bac an 18th-century mission that is still functioning Whats more the city has a distinctly Western flavor in light of pervasive Native American and Mexican influences After the sun goes down yoursquoll also find art events and bars alive with music and bonding in a comfy college-town atmosphere which means that you can capture some great shots of people simply being themselves

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DIY Wall Decorations for Kids Room

Artists start young so here we want to show how you can nurture art into a child by decorating his room so he starts seeing and valuing creativity from his early days

This DIY tutorial is so easy to do that if you have elder children you can involve them in the process of making these awsome wall hangings Make a collage in minutes that will be an impressive surprise for everyone and give you a proud piece of original artwork to hang on the wall in your kids room

For this project yoursquoll need a color printer markers scissors glue 2 pieces of ordinary cardboard and 4 equal-sized colorfull cardboards or canvas

Step 1 PrintFind some awesome characters online by either browsing clipart in the PicsArt Shop or googling cartoon images Also print out some basic colors or patterns to cut into shapes If you dont like the color of your background cardboards or canvases you can either color them with paint or print out patterns to make your backgrounds more colorful

Step 2 CutCut out your characters carefully and glue them on cardboard Now cut out the cardboard in the shape of your characters Be sure to cut out shapes for the scenery of your collage like clouds and trees There is no need to glue them on an additional cardboard if you do not want to make them look 3D

Step 3 Create 3D ElementsIdentify some parts of the animals you want to highlight like tails eyes or ears Cut out two of those parts from cardboard and glue one over the other so that the one with patterns stays on top

Step 4 GlueGlue your shapes onto 4 pieces of cardboard Start with the scenery (trees and clouds) then glue on your characters then glue on their cool colored double-layered body parts to make them stand out As a result you will have 3D-like animals or any other items you want

Step 6 Draw Parts and Write MessagesYou can draw some fine elements into your collage using ordinary colorful markers You can also write a message on your collage with a marker Your creations are now ready to make your child smile

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Danielrsquos Twisted Animal Crime LineupGreat artists know how to turn heads with their art and that is certainly the case with PicsArtist of the Month Daniel (n3cr0n0m1c0n) However when he turns heads he turns them into something else Daniel has recently unveiled a series of photos that replace the head of a human body with various animal heads - the only exception being an awesome Star Wars stormtrooper helmet

In each photo of the series Daniels body dons a different head Nevertheless he is shown wearing the same clothes - a leather jacket with a zipper that runs diagonally across his torso into the side of his collar The thing about Danielrsquos photos is that the details of their construction work really well together to create a dark artistic vision with grungy undertones

Despite this odd synergy each photo is posed with a nonchalance that seems to undermine the strangeness of it all every shot displaying the emotional expression of a criminal lineup or mugshot The body takes on a neutral stance and the animal heads stare with vacant expressions as if silently counting the seconds for the camera shutter to click so they can walk off and do something else The overall emotional effect is weird uneasy slightly comic and extremely captivating

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Step 7 Shape Masks

Select the Shape Mask icon and choose a shape to frame your photo Reduce the opacity to around 30 to go with your shot Confirm and save your creation

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How to Draw Amazing Anime

Step by Step Tutorial

Anime has a unique style that has garnered global popularity even fanaticism This tutorial demonstrates how to make your very own anime using PicsArt Drawing Tools and your smart device

See how PicsArt Drawing Tools make drawing fun and easy and use this step by step tutorial to create your very own anime Who knows Maybe one day your anime will become the main character for your own cartoon or comics

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Step 1 Draw the Basic Outline

Draw a basic outline of your anime character using simple strokes in a light blue color so that you will be able to distinguish it from other outlines later on

Step 2 Refine your Outline

Add a new layer and use your previous layer as a guide to draw a more precise outline Delete the layer with the blue outline when finished

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Step 4 Add Color

Use thick colorful brushes to add the basic first layer of colors to your drawing

Step 3 Final Outline

Reduce the opacity and add a new layer for your final outline Trace a final outline using clean and deliberate strokes Make sure you get all of your details exactly right and correct previous mistakes Delete or hide previous outline layer when done

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Step 5 Add Shading

Add a new layer and outline the areas of your drawing you would like to shade Color this outline in black when you are ready

Step 6 Background Color

Reduce the opacity of your shade layer for a more subtle shade Use brighter tones to add lighting and reflection in your drawing Finish your drawing by using a translucent brush to add shading and texture to your background This creates ambiance and gives your anime character that final touch of realism it needs

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Design a Postcard that Encapsulates Summer VacationPicsArt has everything you need to create the perfect postcard using your summer photos With the right combination of masks texts and clipart you can create a professional card that perfectly captures the feelings and images of your fondest summer vacation memories

With this tutorial wersquoll show you an example of how to create a postcard step by step Yoursquoll be surprised at how easy it is to make something look so good in five easy steps

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Step 1 Upload a PhotoUpload a photo from the edit section of the main menu

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Step 2 Add Shape MaskSelect the Shape Mask icon from the menu bar and choose a shape mask that fits your photo best Customize the color size and opacity of the mask

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Step 3 2nd Shape MaskAdd a second Shape Mask with the same color and opacity as your previous one Reverse the mask by checking the box next to Inverse at the bottom right corner

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Step 4 Add TextPress the Text icon to add text to your postcard Add your text line by line to experiment with different fonts sizes and colors

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Step 5 Add ClipartPress the Clipart icon and choose clipart images to add that go with the theme of your postcard Customize the size and color to complete your postcard

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PicsArtist Roxyrsquos Visceral Mobile ArtThe series of abstract portraits created by PicsArtist Roxy HArt (roxyhart) are gripping Not only is her artwork raw and emotionally charged but it is rendered in a unique artistic fashion - all on her mobile phone

At times Roxy mixes her drawings with photography blending the two togehter with a variety of brush strokes and textures Roxy does not hold back when she faces inner anguish as an artist but rather injects this emotion into her work

Nevertheless some of her portraits are less jarring possessing a softer more poetic touch In these portraits her frustration gives way to melancholy as she tones down stark reds and peppers her portraits with faded yellows purples and blues

Not long ago terms like ldquomobile artrdquo were easily dismissed by the fine art mainstream but PicsArtists like Roxy prove that a tablet or smartphone can be just as powerful as a canvas and paintbrush The following collection of portraits by Roxy illustrate that even without the traditional tools mobile artwork retains emotion and authenticity

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WHATS NEW

PicsArtrsquos Exciting New Features for iOS and Android Devices

PicsArt recently released some exciting updates for Android and iOS Most of the new features were available for both platforms but they had their slight differences

The update included two new effects Dodger and Vintage Ivory The former softens your photo with pale colors and ambient lighting while the latter is inspired by vintage color palettes and resolutions but with a new whiter and brighter twist

PicsArt also gave users the ability to customize the colors of PicsArt Masks with a new Hue slider Shape masks offer the opportunity to choose from a variety of shapes to overlay on your photos and they have been made even better recently - by adding the option to customize them by texture in addition to the previously available color and opacity

For a quick fix and speedy share of an image we introduced the Auto Enhance tool which automatically brings you the basic best version of your image while still allowing you to customize in small ways

In addition to these commonly shared updates the two platforms have some differences as well iOS users can now customize their collages by adjusting the inner borders and can choose from a whole new variety of pre-made grids iOS users will also be excited about our updates in the Social Network as written tags and usernames written out in comments or photo descriptions now automatically become links to what they are referencing This will make it easier for users to discover each other as well as trending tags

Donrsquot worry Android users you have some cool stuff too We know that photo stealing has become an issue in our network so we have removed the save option for photos Now only photos that have freetoedit tag can be saved and reused by others If you do not tag your miages with that tag no one will be able to save them We hope that this will help prevent photo theft and preserve the artistic rights of our creative userbase

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A Brief Introduction to Photo History

Although photography as we know it is among the youngest of the major art forms its history can be traced back to ancient times Chinese philosopher Mo-Zi discussed the principles of a camera obscura in the 4th or 5th century BCE For two thousand years it was known as a small dark room (or box) with a tiny hole in one wall through which light shone and projected an inverted image

During the late 1500s Giambattista della Portia perfected its design by adding a convex lens to the hole making a sharper more detailed image Camera obscuras allowed artists to trace a scene in ink for a more faithful reproduction

The Early Days of Image Processing

The 18th and 19th centuries saw a multitude of methods for image processing and creation In 1727 Johann Schulze mixed chalk silver and nitric acid - a very early photosensitive compound - noting that one side of the flask darkened when exposed to sunlight In 1816 Joseph Niceacutephore Nieacutepce created the worlds first photograph by coating a metal plate in a silver chloride solution and exposing it to light for 8 hours However he did not discover a way of permanently fixing

the image for another decadeWilliam Henry Fox Talbot applied Nieacutepces recipe to paper in 1834 fixing the images with a salt solution and eventually patenting the first paper negative as the ldquoCalotyperdquo in 1841

Meanwhile Louis Daguerre was creating the Daguerrotype by coating copper sheets in silver iodide creating a metal negative which he developed in a solution of mercury These two inventions lead to the creation of photography To that end on August 19 1839 the French government publicly acknowledged the invention of photography

The first glass negative was made by Frederick Scott Archer in 1851 using a wet plate collodion process During the 1850s the tintype photograph emerged this made the negative image appear positive by exposing it onto a dark-coloured metal sheet coated with collodion which made the shadows appear light and the highlights dark

In 1861 James Clerk-Maxwell realized that he could photograph a scene three times through a red blue and green filter and project the images on top of each other to create a full-colour image

Finally in 1871 Richard Leach Maddox suspended the silver solution in gelatin creating the dry emulsion which sent photography skyrocketing It was applied first to glass negatives but would later find its way onto the thin plastic film that made photography possible for the public at large

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The Photographic Boom

By 1878 glass plate negatives were being manufactured commercially and in 1880 George Eastman opened what would become the Eastman-Kodak company Within ten years he was producing roll film and in 1900 released the first personal camera the Kodak Brownie In 1907 the Lumiegravere Brothers released the first commercial colour film

Oscar Barnack working for Leitz microscopes pushed camera invention forward in 1914 with the first 35mm camera which was improved upon and released in 1924 as the first Leica camera 1936 saw the introduction of the modern SLR (single-lens reflex camera) as well as the legendary Kodachrome film which finally made colour photography popular Polaroid would release instant black-and-white film in 1948 followed by the colour version in 1963

Students from the Emerson School for GirlsSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

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Unidentified Woman in Nine Oval ViewsSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

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The Digital Takeover

The first digital camera was invented in 1975 by Steve Sasson of Kodak using CCD sensor technology invented by Willard Boyle and George Smith in 1969 The birth of auto focus came with Minoltas Maxxum in 1985 paving the way for the worlds first commercially-available digital SLR ndash Kodaks 13 megapixel DCS-100 which sold in 1991 for $30000 USD Eight years later Nikon would wrestle away Kodaks dominance of the photo industry with the release of the D1 a 27MP model which went for a comparatively modest $6000

In 2003 Canon released the Digital Rebel the first consumer-level DSLR with a price tag under $1000 followed two years later by the first full-frame digital camera the 5D

Adobe hopped on the digital wave with the creation of Photoshop in 1990

A decade later the first camera phone was developed by Sharp in the early years of the new millennium Kodak ceased all production of film cameras in 2004 and even though the variety has been pared down they continue to produce film for the die-hard analog market

In the past ten years the major camera companies have focused their research and development almost entirely on improving their digital technology which has now begun to plateau The possibilities for future ingenuity now lay wide open with endless photographic possibilities waiting just over the horizon

The Reading EstablishmentAttributed to William Henry Fox Talbot (British 1800ndash1877)

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Lola MontezSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

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Lemuel ShawSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

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Louis-Jacques-Mandeacute DaguerreJohn Jabez Edwin Mayall (British Oldham Lancashire 1813ndash1901 West Sussex)

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View Down Brattle Street from the Southworth amp Hawes Studio at 5 12 Tremont Row Boston

Southworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)Medium Daguerreotype

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Interview with Celebrity Photographer Jason Bell Having shot for publications like Vanity Fair Vogue photographed royals and had some of his work submitted into Britainrsquos National Portrait Gallery Jason Bell has cemented his place as one of the foremost portrait photographers of his generation He has published four books and received more accolades than we have room to mention In any case Jasonrsquos work is the gold-standard when it comes to peering past the face and into the soul of subject model or celebrity His work has fascinated us for some time so we interviewed him to learn more about his work and career

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INERVIEW

All images by and copyright of Jason Bell

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How did you become a photographer

I just always was I took pictures a lot as a child and then when I was at school I was given the keys to the school dark room which I remember finding a magical place It just carried on from there

You actually studied Politics Philosophy and Economics at Oxford and as of today you have photographed some of the most powerful individuals on earth from presidents to royals Is there a correlation there

I am a strong believer in researching the people I photograph so I think it helps that my education has given me an understanding of what some of them do

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What was it like to take the official christening photographs of Prince George

It was an honour to be asked Everyone kept telling me beforehand how nervous I would be and that I must be so stressed But I actually felt very relaxed throughout They gave me all the time I needed to prepare and were very friendly and relaxed I enjoyed it

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Many of your photos are part of the permanent collection of the National Portrait Gallery the United Kingdomrsquos official gallery for portraits of historical British people Your work is national history How does this feel

I try not to think of it in those terms but more about what I want to say about the person Irsquom photographing or what I can encourage them to reveal

Are there any portraits of yours in the National Portrait Gallery that stand out as favourites

My favourites tend to be favourites because they are people I have felt a particular connection with or even become friends with I try to do that with everyone I photograph but obviously it happens with some people more than others

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Yoursquove captured a lot of artists and entertainers as well What is it like photographing celebrities

I am lucky in that I photographed some famous people very early on in my career so I got used to it very quickly and it is not something that I find difficult to deal with at all now They are just people like everybody else and usually enjoy being treated as such

You did the movie posters for modern British classic like Billy Elliot and Love Actually How is shooting a movie poster different from capturing a portrait

It tends to be much more art directed so I have less freedom to just do what I want and have to follow a brief more carefully In those instances I try to follow that brief and then give them something in addition that they maybe didnrsquot know they wanted

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Have you ever photographed someone who had maybe been a role model of some kind for you or maybe just admired greatly

Yes - very early on in my career I was sent to Iceland to photograph Bjork I had been listening to that first album of hers all summer and so was a bit of a fan It actually kind of got in the way initially me being a fan and I had to get past that as quickly as possible to find the person I wanted to photograph

What was the most surreal moment you ever experienced during a photography shoot

I was shooting a campaign for the Royal Opera House of a Chinese opera singer called Liping Zhang in a beautiful area near the Mongolian border We were assured the weather would be OK since it was late spring but a freak snowstorm came through so we were all freezing and inappropriately dressed and we had to bundle her up in Chinese army coats to keep her warm and at the last moment there was so much snow we couldnrsquot even drive her to the spot where I wanted to photograph her so in order to get her there we had to rent a camel to put her on

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What advice would you give to amatuer photographers

Many of the students and amateurs who come to see me show me a little bit of everything That is unlikely to get you commissioned when you are starting out So I think itrsquos better to concentrate on one thing and do it very well at the beginning and then when that goes well you can branch out

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Bewitched by BlightA building in ruins hangs together by what seems like threads One of the upper floors sags precariously just inches above the head of a young woman who strolls absent-mindedly with a teddy-bear in hand It seems possible that at any moment the whole structure could come crashing down Lady Luck we presume

Danny Aguirre (danny-aguirre-142) is the PicsArtist responsible for this Photo of the Month entitled Lady Luck Aguirre edited this image to perfection transplanting a young lively and vibrant woman into a world of decay In this manner the photo speaks to us through contrast

Darkly lit ruins once full of life now sit forgotten surrounded by sick yellow skies The deteriorating building bears down on an unwary and carefree youth (Lady Luck) ambling at the mercy of its behemonth broken structure In this peculiar and eerie scene Aguirre captivates his audience while conveying the promise of the unexpected

In an ever-changing world Aguirre has captured the aesthetic beauty of a building that has passed its prime However in its old age the building has become something else entirely a peculiar and curious space open to imaginative interpretation This is perhaps the luck that the young lady pictured in the image and Aguirres audience have stumbled upon an unexpected opportunity to reflect on the present in light of the past Through his creative vision Aguirre allows us to study ourselves and the physical structures we leave behind for future generations

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A Photographerrsquos Guide to the US

The most unique shots in America and where to get them

Kelso San Dunes Mojave Desert

If yoursquore looking for a unique photography opportunity head for the Kelso Sand Dunes - mountainous piles of sand that seem to spring up from nowhere in the middle of the Mojave Desert The tallest dunes can rise up to 650 feet above the surrounding terrain In this setting a well-timed hike might allow you photograph the sunset from a phenomenal vantage point A couple words of caution be sure to take a flashlight in order to get back to your car and never go alone

If you donrsquot make it to the sand dunes dont despair The spectacular darkness of the Mojave desert translates into spectacular nighttime photography With almost no ambient light (apart from the stars and the vague glow over the horizon coming from Las Vegas) the Mojave is the perfect place to experiment with time lapse night shots and double exposures This is a surefire way to snap some fantastic shots

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The Redwood Forests California

If you drive down the west coast of California on Route 1 yoursquoll suddenly find yourself in a magical landscape of trees so tall that you feel like a tiny critter The redwood forests in California are truly a sight to behold and the deep ochre of the tree barks is spectacular to see

Driving through this area is fantastic but make sure that you park up and go exploring with your camera This is one of the best places for nature photography The way the light streams through the canopy in the late afternoon is nothing short of breathtaking a must see for every photographer

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Tucson Arizona

Tucson may not seem like a photographerrsquos haven and if you visit in July when the temperatures soar to over 100 degrees Fahrenheit it certainly wonrsquot feel like it either However the landscape of this often-forgotten city makes for some truly breathtaking sunsets and sunrises where flat land gives way to gorgeous mountains ensconced by sunlight

If you visit Tucson youll also find that it is an unlikely hotbed of culture and art With a history that goes back much further than many of its neighbors in the south west Tucson boasts remarkable architecture historic neighborhoods and museums not to mention the Mission San Xavier del Bac an 18th-century mission that is still functioning Whats more the city has a distinctly Western flavor in light of pervasive Native American and Mexican influences After the sun goes down yoursquoll also find art events and bars alive with music and bonding in a comfy college-town atmosphere which means that you can capture some great shots of people simply being themselves

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DIY Wall Decorations for Kids Room

Artists start young so here we want to show how you can nurture art into a child by decorating his room so he starts seeing and valuing creativity from his early days

This DIY tutorial is so easy to do that if you have elder children you can involve them in the process of making these awsome wall hangings Make a collage in minutes that will be an impressive surprise for everyone and give you a proud piece of original artwork to hang on the wall in your kids room

For this project yoursquoll need a color printer markers scissors glue 2 pieces of ordinary cardboard and 4 equal-sized colorfull cardboards or canvas

Step 1 PrintFind some awesome characters online by either browsing clipart in the PicsArt Shop or googling cartoon images Also print out some basic colors or patterns to cut into shapes If you dont like the color of your background cardboards or canvases you can either color them with paint or print out patterns to make your backgrounds more colorful

Step 2 CutCut out your characters carefully and glue them on cardboard Now cut out the cardboard in the shape of your characters Be sure to cut out shapes for the scenery of your collage like clouds and trees There is no need to glue them on an additional cardboard if you do not want to make them look 3D

Step 3 Create 3D ElementsIdentify some parts of the animals you want to highlight like tails eyes or ears Cut out two of those parts from cardboard and glue one over the other so that the one with patterns stays on top

Step 4 GlueGlue your shapes onto 4 pieces of cardboard Start with the scenery (trees and clouds) then glue on your characters then glue on their cool colored double-layered body parts to make them stand out As a result you will have 3D-like animals or any other items you want

Step 6 Draw Parts and Write MessagesYou can draw some fine elements into your collage using ordinary colorful markers You can also write a message on your collage with a marker Your creations are now ready to make your child smile

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Danielrsquos Twisted Animal Crime LineupGreat artists know how to turn heads with their art and that is certainly the case with PicsArtist of the Month Daniel (n3cr0n0m1c0n) However when he turns heads he turns them into something else Daniel has recently unveiled a series of photos that replace the head of a human body with various animal heads - the only exception being an awesome Star Wars stormtrooper helmet

In each photo of the series Daniels body dons a different head Nevertheless he is shown wearing the same clothes - a leather jacket with a zipper that runs diagonally across his torso into the side of his collar The thing about Danielrsquos photos is that the details of their construction work really well together to create a dark artistic vision with grungy undertones

Despite this odd synergy each photo is posed with a nonchalance that seems to undermine the strangeness of it all every shot displaying the emotional expression of a criminal lineup or mugshot The body takes on a neutral stance and the animal heads stare with vacant expressions as if silently counting the seconds for the camera shutter to click so they can walk off and do something else The overall emotional effect is weird uneasy slightly comic and extremely captivating

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How to Draw Amazing Anime

Step by Step Tutorial

Anime has a unique style that has garnered global popularity even fanaticism This tutorial demonstrates how to make your very own anime using PicsArt Drawing Tools and your smart device

See how PicsArt Drawing Tools make drawing fun and easy and use this step by step tutorial to create your very own anime Who knows Maybe one day your anime will become the main character for your own cartoon or comics

TUTORIAL Drawing

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Step 1 Draw the Basic Outline

Draw a basic outline of your anime character using simple strokes in a light blue color so that you will be able to distinguish it from other outlines later on

Step 2 Refine your Outline

Add a new layer and use your previous layer as a guide to draw a more precise outline Delete the layer with the blue outline when finished

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Step 4 Add Color

Use thick colorful brushes to add the basic first layer of colors to your drawing

Step 3 Final Outline

Reduce the opacity and add a new layer for your final outline Trace a final outline using clean and deliberate strokes Make sure you get all of your details exactly right and correct previous mistakes Delete or hide previous outline layer when done

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Step 5 Add Shading

Add a new layer and outline the areas of your drawing you would like to shade Color this outline in black when you are ready

Step 6 Background Color

Reduce the opacity of your shade layer for a more subtle shade Use brighter tones to add lighting and reflection in your drawing Finish your drawing by using a translucent brush to add shading and texture to your background This creates ambiance and gives your anime character that final touch of realism it needs

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Design a Postcard that Encapsulates Summer VacationPicsArt has everything you need to create the perfect postcard using your summer photos With the right combination of masks texts and clipart you can create a professional card that perfectly captures the feelings and images of your fondest summer vacation memories

With this tutorial wersquoll show you an example of how to create a postcard step by step Yoursquoll be surprised at how easy it is to make something look so good in five easy steps

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Step 1 Upload a PhotoUpload a photo from the edit section of the main menu

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Step 2 Add Shape MaskSelect the Shape Mask icon from the menu bar and choose a shape mask that fits your photo best Customize the color size and opacity of the mask

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Step 3 2nd Shape MaskAdd a second Shape Mask with the same color and opacity as your previous one Reverse the mask by checking the box next to Inverse at the bottom right corner

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Step 4 Add TextPress the Text icon to add text to your postcard Add your text line by line to experiment with different fonts sizes and colors

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Step 5 Add ClipartPress the Clipart icon and choose clipart images to add that go with the theme of your postcard Customize the size and color to complete your postcard

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PicsArtist Roxyrsquos Visceral Mobile ArtThe series of abstract portraits created by PicsArtist Roxy HArt (roxyhart) are gripping Not only is her artwork raw and emotionally charged but it is rendered in a unique artistic fashion - all on her mobile phone

At times Roxy mixes her drawings with photography blending the two togehter with a variety of brush strokes and textures Roxy does not hold back when she faces inner anguish as an artist but rather injects this emotion into her work

Nevertheless some of her portraits are less jarring possessing a softer more poetic touch In these portraits her frustration gives way to melancholy as she tones down stark reds and peppers her portraits with faded yellows purples and blues

Not long ago terms like ldquomobile artrdquo were easily dismissed by the fine art mainstream but PicsArtists like Roxy prove that a tablet or smartphone can be just as powerful as a canvas and paintbrush The following collection of portraits by Roxy illustrate that even without the traditional tools mobile artwork retains emotion and authenticity

INSPIRATION Drawing

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WHATS NEW

PicsArtrsquos Exciting New Features for iOS and Android Devices

PicsArt recently released some exciting updates for Android and iOS Most of the new features were available for both platforms but they had their slight differences

The update included two new effects Dodger and Vintage Ivory The former softens your photo with pale colors and ambient lighting while the latter is inspired by vintage color palettes and resolutions but with a new whiter and brighter twist

PicsArt also gave users the ability to customize the colors of PicsArt Masks with a new Hue slider Shape masks offer the opportunity to choose from a variety of shapes to overlay on your photos and they have been made even better recently - by adding the option to customize them by texture in addition to the previously available color and opacity

For a quick fix and speedy share of an image we introduced the Auto Enhance tool which automatically brings you the basic best version of your image while still allowing you to customize in small ways

In addition to these commonly shared updates the two platforms have some differences as well iOS users can now customize their collages by adjusting the inner borders and can choose from a whole new variety of pre-made grids iOS users will also be excited about our updates in the Social Network as written tags and usernames written out in comments or photo descriptions now automatically become links to what they are referencing This will make it easier for users to discover each other as well as trending tags

Donrsquot worry Android users you have some cool stuff too We know that photo stealing has become an issue in our network so we have removed the save option for photos Now only photos that have freetoedit tag can be saved and reused by others If you do not tag your miages with that tag no one will be able to save them We hope that this will help prevent photo theft and preserve the artistic rights of our creative userbase

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A Brief Introduction to Photo History

Although photography as we know it is among the youngest of the major art forms its history can be traced back to ancient times Chinese philosopher Mo-Zi discussed the principles of a camera obscura in the 4th or 5th century BCE For two thousand years it was known as a small dark room (or box) with a tiny hole in one wall through which light shone and projected an inverted image

During the late 1500s Giambattista della Portia perfected its design by adding a convex lens to the hole making a sharper more detailed image Camera obscuras allowed artists to trace a scene in ink for a more faithful reproduction

The Early Days of Image Processing

The 18th and 19th centuries saw a multitude of methods for image processing and creation In 1727 Johann Schulze mixed chalk silver and nitric acid - a very early photosensitive compound - noting that one side of the flask darkened when exposed to sunlight In 1816 Joseph Niceacutephore Nieacutepce created the worlds first photograph by coating a metal plate in a silver chloride solution and exposing it to light for 8 hours However he did not discover a way of permanently fixing

the image for another decadeWilliam Henry Fox Talbot applied Nieacutepces recipe to paper in 1834 fixing the images with a salt solution and eventually patenting the first paper negative as the ldquoCalotyperdquo in 1841

Meanwhile Louis Daguerre was creating the Daguerrotype by coating copper sheets in silver iodide creating a metal negative which he developed in a solution of mercury These two inventions lead to the creation of photography To that end on August 19 1839 the French government publicly acknowledged the invention of photography

The first glass negative was made by Frederick Scott Archer in 1851 using a wet plate collodion process During the 1850s the tintype photograph emerged this made the negative image appear positive by exposing it onto a dark-coloured metal sheet coated with collodion which made the shadows appear light and the highlights dark

In 1861 James Clerk-Maxwell realized that he could photograph a scene three times through a red blue and green filter and project the images on top of each other to create a full-colour image

Finally in 1871 Richard Leach Maddox suspended the silver solution in gelatin creating the dry emulsion which sent photography skyrocketing It was applied first to glass negatives but would later find its way onto the thin plastic film that made photography possible for the public at large

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The Photographic Boom

By 1878 glass plate negatives were being manufactured commercially and in 1880 George Eastman opened what would become the Eastman-Kodak company Within ten years he was producing roll film and in 1900 released the first personal camera the Kodak Brownie In 1907 the Lumiegravere Brothers released the first commercial colour film

Oscar Barnack working for Leitz microscopes pushed camera invention forward in 1914 with the first 35mm camera which was improved upon and released in 1924 as the first Leica camera 1936 saw the introduction of the modern SLR (single-lens reflex camera) as well as the legendary Kodachrome film which finally made colour photography popular Polaroid would release instant black-and-white film in 1948 followed by the colour version in 1963

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Unidentified Woman in Nine Oval ViewsSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

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The Digital Takeover

The first digital camera was invented in 1975 by Steve Sasson of Kodak using CCD sensor technology invented by Willard Boyle and George Smith in 1969 The birth of auto focus came with Minoltas Maxxum in 1985 paving the way for the worlds first commercially-available digital SLR ndash Kodaks 13 megapixel DCS-100 which sold in 1991 for $30000 USD Eight years later Nikon would wrestle away Kodaks dominance of the photo industry with the release of the D1 a 27MP model which went for a comparatively modest $6000

In 2003 Canon released the Digital Rebel the first consumer-level DSLR with a price tag under $1000 followed two years later by the first full-frame digital camera the 5D

Adobe hopped on the digital wave with the creation of Photoshop in 1990

A decade later the first camera phone was developed by Sharp in the early years of the new millennium Kodak ceased all production of film cameras in 2004 and even though the variety has been pared down they continue to produce film for the die-hard analog market

In the past ten years the major camera companies have focused their research and development almost entirely on improving their digital technology which has now begun to plateau The possibilities for future ingenuity now lay wide open with endless photographic possibilities waiting just over the horizon

The Reading EstablishmentAttributed to William Henry Fox Talbot (British 1800ndash1877)

Medium Salted paper prints from paper negatives

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Lola MontezSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

Medium Daguerreotype

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Lemuel ShawSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

Medium Daguerreotype

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Louis-Jacques-Mandeacute DaguerreJohn Jabez Edwin Mayall (British Oldham Lancashire 1813ndash1901 West Sussex)

Medium Albumen silver print from glass negative

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View Down Brattle Street from the Southworth amp Hawes Studio at 5 12 Tremont Row Boston

Southworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)Medium Daguerreotype

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Interview with Celebrity Photographer Jason Bell Having shot for publications like Vanity Fair Vogue photographed royals and had some of his work submitted into Britainrsquos National Portrait Gallery Jason Bell has cemented his place as one of the foremost portrait photographers of his generation He has published four books and received more accolades than we have room to mention In any case Jasonrsquos work is the gold-standard when it comes to peering past the face and into the soul of subject model or celebrity His work has fascinated us for some time so we interviewed him to learn more about his work and career

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INERVIEW

All images by and copyright of Jason Bell

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How did you become a photographer

I just always was I took pictures a lot as a child and then when I was at school I was given the keys to the school dark room which I remember finding a magical place It just carried on from there

You actually studied Politics Philosophy and Economics at Oxford and as of today you have photographed some of the most powerful individuals on earth from presidents to royals Is there a correlation there

I am a strong believer in researching the people I photograph so I think it helps that my education has given me an understanding of what some of them do

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What was it like to take the official christening photographs of Prince George

It was an honour to be asked Everyone kept telling me beforehand how nervous I would be and that I must be so stressed But I actually felt very relaxed throughout They gave me all the time I needed to prepare and were very friendly and relaxed I enjoyed it

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Many of your photos are part of the permanent collection of the National Portrait Gallery the United Kingdomrsquos official gallery for portraits of historical British people Your work is national history How does this feel

I try not to think of it in those terms but more about what I want to say about the person Irsquom photographing or what I can encourage them to reveal

Are there any portraits of yours in the National Portrait Gallery that stand out as favourites

My favourites tend to be favourites because they are people I have felt a particular connection with or even become friends with I try to do that with everyone I photograph but obviously it happens with some people more than others

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Yoursquove captured a lot of artists and entertainers as well What is it like photographing celebrities

I am lucky in that I photographed some famous people very early on in my career so I got used to it very quickly and it is not something that I find difficult to deal with at all now They are just people like everybody else and usually enjoy being treated as such

You did the movie posters for modern British classic like Billy Elliot and Love Actually How is shooting a movie poster different from capturing a portrait

It tends to be much more art directed so I have less freedom to just do what I want and have to follow a brief more carefully In those instances I try to follow that brief and then give them something in addition that they maybe didnrsquot know they wanted

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Have you ever photographed someone who had maybe been a role model of some kind for you or maybe just admired greatly

Yes - very early on in my career I was sent to Iceland to photograph Bjork I had been listening to that first album of hers all summer and so was a bit of a fan It actually kind of got in the way initially me being a fan and I had to get past that as quickly as possible to find the person I wanted to photograph

What was the most surreal moment you ever experienced during a photography shoot

I was shooting a campaign for the Royal Opera House of a Chinese opera singer called Liping Zhang in a beautiful area near the Mongolian border We were assured the weather would be OK since it was late spring but a freak snowstorm came through so we were all freezing and inappropriately dressed and we had to bundle her up in Chinese army coats to keep her warm and at the last moment there was so much snow we couldnrsquot even drive her to the spot where I wanted to photograph her so in order to get her there we had to rent a camel to put her on

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What advice would you give to amatuer photographers

Many of the students and amateurs who come to see me show me a little bit of everything That is unlikely to get you commissioned when you are starting out So I think itrsquos better to concentrate on one thing and do it very well at the beginning and then when that goes well you can branch out

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Bewitched by BlightA building in ruins hangs together by what seems like threads One of the upper floors sags precariously just inches above the head of a young woman who strolls absent-mindedly with a teddy-bear in hand It seems possible that at any moment the whole structure could come crashing down Lady Luck we presume

Danny Aguirre (danny-aguirre-142) is the PicsArtist responsible for this Photo of the Month entitled Lady Luck Aguirre edited this image to perfection transplanting a young lively and vibrant woman into a world of decay In this manner the photo speaks to us through contrast

Darkly lit ruins once full of life now sit forgotten surrounded by sick yellow skies The deteriorating building bears down on an unwary and carefree youth (Lady Luck) ambling at the mercy of its behemonth broken structure In this peculiar and eerie scene Aguirre captivates his audience while conveying the promise of the unexpected

In an ever-changing world Aguirre has captured the aesthetic beauty of a building that has passed its prime However in its old age the building has become something else entirely a peculiar and curious space open to imaginative interpretation This is perhaps the luck that the young lady pictured in the image and Aguirres audience have stumbled upon an unexpected opportunity to reflect on the present in light of the past Through his creative vision Aguirre allows us to study ourselves and the physical structures we leave behind for future generations

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A Photographerrsquos Guide to the US

The most unique shots in America and where to get them

Kelso San Dunes Mojave Desert

If yoursquore looking for a unique photography opportunity head for the Kelso Sand Dunes - mountainous piles of sand that seem to spring up from nowhere in the middle of the Mojave Desert The tallest dunes can rise up to 650 feet above the surrounding terrain In this setting a well-timed hike might allow you photograph the sunset from a phenomenal vantage point A couple words of caution be sure to take a flashlight in order to get back to your car and never go alone

If you donrsquot make it to the sand dunes dont despair The spectacular darkness of the Mojave desert translates into spectacular nighttime photography With almost no ambient light (apart from the stars and the vague glow over the horizon coming from Las Vegas) the Mojave is the perfect place to experiment with time lapse night shots and double exposures This is a surefire way to snap some fantastic shots

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The Redwood Forests California

If you drive down the west coast of California on Route 1 yoursquoll suddenly find yourself in a magical landscape of trees so tall that you feel like a tiny critter The redwood forests in California are truly a sight to behold and the deep ochre of the tree barks is spectacular to see

Driving through this area is fantastic but make sure that you park up and go exploring with your camera This is one of the best places for nature photography The way the light streams through the canopy in the late afternoon is nothing short of breathtaking a must see for every photographer

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Tucson Arizona

Tucson may not seem like a photographerrsquos haven and if you visit in July when the temperatures soar to over 100 degrees Fahrenheit it certainly wonrsquot feel like it either However the landscape of this often-forgotten city makes for some truly breathtaking sunsets and sunrises where flat land gives way to gorgeous mountains ensconced by sunlight

If you visit Tucson youll also find that it is an unlikely hotbed of culture and art With a history that goes back much further than many of its neighbors in the south west Tucson boasts remarkable architecture historic neighborhoods and museums not to mention the Mission San Xavier del Bac an 18th-century mission that is still functioning Whats more the city has a distinctly Western flavor in light of pervasive Native American and Mexican influences After the sun goes down yoursquoll also find art events and bars alive with music and bonding in a comfy college-town atmosphere which means that you can capture some great shots of people simply being themselves

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DIY Wall Decorations for Kids Room

Artists start young so here we want to show how you can nurture art into a child by decorating his room so he starts seeing and valuing creativity from his early days

This DIY tutorial is so easy to do that if you have elder children you can involve them in the process of making these awsome wall hangings Make a collage in minutes that will be an impressive surprise for everyone and give you a proud piece of original artwork to hang on the wall in your kids room

For this project yoursquoll need a color printer markers scissors glue 2 pieces of ordinary cardboard and 4 equal-sized colorfull cardboards or canvas

Step 1 PrintFind some awesome characters online by either browsing clipart in the PicsArt Shop or googling cartoon images Also print out some basic colors or patterns to cut into shapes If you dont like the color of your background cardboards or canvases you can either color them with paint or print out patterns to make your backgrounds more colorful

Step 2 CutCut out your characters carefully and glue them on cardboard Now cut out the cardboard in the shape of your characters Be sure to cut out shapes for the scenery of your collage like clouds and trees There is no need to glue them on an additional cardboard if you do not want to make them look 3D

Step 3 Create 3D ElementsIdentify some parts of the animals you want to highlight like tails eyes or ears Cut out two of those parts from cardboard and glue one over the other so that the one with patterns stays on top

Step 4 GlueGlue your shapes onto 4 pieces of cardboard Start with the scenery (trees and clouds) then glue on your characters then glue on their cool colored double-layered body parts to make them stand out As a result you will have 3D-like animals or any other items you want

Step 6 Draw Parts and Write MessagesYou can draw some fine elements into your collage using ordinary colorful markers You can also write a message on your collage with a marker Your creations are now ready to make your child smile

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Danielrsquos Twisted Animal Crime LineupGreat artists know how to turn heads with their art and that is certainly the case with PicsArtist of the Month Daniel (n3cr0n0m1c0n) However when he turns heads he turns them into something else Daniel has recently unveiled a series of photos that replace the head of a human body with various animal heads - the only exception being an awesome Star Wars stormtrooper helmet

In each photo of the series Daniels body dons a different head Nevertheless he is shown wearing the same clothes - a leather jacket with a zipper that runs diagonally across his torso into the side of his collar The thing about Danielrsquos photos is that the details of their construction work really well together to create a dark artistic vision with grungy undertones

Despite this odd synergy each photo is posed with a nonchalance that seems to undermine the strangeness of it all every shot displaying the emotional expression of a criminal lineup or mugshot The body takes on a neutral stance and the animal heads stare with vacant expressions as if silently counting the seconds for the camera shutter to click so they can walk off and do something else The overall emotional effect is weird uneasy slightly comic and extremely captivating

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FEATURE Artist

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Step 1 Draw the Basic Outline

Draw a basic outline of your anime character using simple strokes in a light blue color so that you will be able to distinguish it from other outlines later on

Step 2 Refine your Outline

Add a new layer and use your previous layer as a guide to draw a more precise outline Delete the layer with the blue outline when finished

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Step 4 Add Color

Use thick colorful brushes to add the basic first layer of colors to your drawing

Step 3 Final Outline

Reduce the opacity and add a new layer for your final outline Trace a final outline using clean and deliberate strokes Make sure you get all of your details exactly right and correct previous mistakes Delete or hide previous outline layer when done

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Step 5 Add Shading

Add a new layer and outline the areas of your drawing you would like to shade Color this outline in black when you are ready

Step 6 Background Color

Reduce the opacity of your shade layer for a more subtle shade Use brighter tones to add lighting and reflection in your drawing Finish your drawing by using a translucent brush to add shading and texture to your background This creates ambiance and gives your anime character that final touch of realism it needs

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Design a Postcard that Encapsulates Summer VacationPicsArt has everything you need to create the perfect postcard using your summer photos With the right combination of masks texts and clipart you can create a professional card that perfectly captures the feelings and images of your fondest summer vacation memories

With this tutorial wersquoll show you an example of how to create a postcard step by step Yoursquoll be surprised at how easy it is to make something look so good in five easy steps

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Step 1 Upload a PhotoUpload a photo from the edit section of the main menu

TUTORIAL Design

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Step 2 Add Shape MaskSelect the Shape Mask icon from the menu bar and choose a shape mask that fits your photo best Customize the color size and opacity of the mask

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Step 3 2nd Shape MaskAdd a second Shape Mask with the same color and opacity as your previous one Reverse the mask by checking the box next to Inverse at the bottom right corner

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Step 4 Add TextPress the Text icon to add text to your postcard Add your text line by line to experiment with different fonts sizes and colors

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Step 5 Add ClipartPress the Clipart icon and choose clipart images to add that go with the theme of your postcard Customize the size and color to complete your postcard

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PicsArtist Roxyrsquos Visceral Mobile ArtThe series of abstract portraits created by PicsArtist Roxy HArt (roxyhart) are gripping Not only is her artwork raw and emotionally charged but it is rendered in a unique artistic fashion - all on her mobile phone

At times Roxy mixes her drawings with photography blending the two togehter with a variety of brush strokes and textures Roxy does not hold back when she faces inner anguish as an artist but rather injects this emotion into her work

Nevertheless some of her portraits are less jarring possessing a softer more poetic touch In these portraits her frustration gives way to melancholy as she tones down stark reds and peppers her portraits with faded yellows purples and blues

Not long ago terms like ldquomobile artrdquo were easily dismissed by the fine art mainstream but PicsArtists like Roxy prove that a tablet or smartphone can be just as powerful as a canvas and paintbrush The following collection of portraits by Roxy illustrate that even without the traditional tools mobile artwork retains emotion and authenticity

INSPIRATION Drawing

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WHATS NEW

PicsArtrsquos Exciting New Features for iOS and Android Devices

PicsArt recently released some exciting updates for Android and iOS Most of the new features were available for both platforms but they had their slight differences

The update included two new effects Dodger and Vintage Ivory The former softens your photo with pale colors and ambient lighting while the latter is inspired by vintage color palettes and resolutions but with a new whiter and brighter twist

PicsArt also gave users the ability to customize the colors of PicsArt Masks with a new Hue slider Shape masks offer the opportunity to choose from a variety of shapes to overlay on your photos and they have been made even better recently - by adding the option to customize them by texture in addition to the previously available color and opacity

For a quick fix and speedy share of an image we introduced the Auto Enhance tool which automatically brings you the basic best version of your image while still allowing you to customize in small ways

In addition to these commonly shared updates the two platforms have some differences as well iOS users can now customize their collages by adjusting the inner borders and can choose from a whole new variety of pre-made grids iOS users will also be excited about our updates in the Social Network as written tags and usernames written out in comments or photo descriptions now automatically become links to what they are referencing This will make it easier for users to discover each other as well as trending tags

Donrsquot worry Android users you have some cool stuff too We know that photo stealing has become an issue in our network so we have removed the save option for photos Now only photos that have freetoedit tag can be saved and reused by others If you do not tag your miages with that tag no one will be able to save them We hope that this will help prevent photo theft and preserve the artistic rights of our creative userbase

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A Brief Introduction to Photo History

Although photography as we know it is among the youngest of the major art forms its history can be traced back to ancient times Chinese philosopher Mo-Zi discussed the principles of a camera obscura in the 4th or 5th century BCE For two thousand years it was known as a small dark room (or box) with a tiny hole in one wall through which light shone and projected an inverted image

During the late 1500s Giambattista della Portia perfected its design by adding a convex lens to the hole making a sharper more detailed image Camera obscuras allowed artists to trace a scene in ink for a more faithful reproduction

The Early Days of Image Processing

The 18th and 19th centuries saw a multitude of methods for image processing and creation In 1727 Johann Schulze mixed chalk silver and nitric acid - a very early photosensitive compound - noting that one side of the flask darkened when exposed to sunlight In 1816 Joseph Niceacutephore Nieacutepce created the worlds first photograph by coating a metal plate in a silver chloride solution and exposing it to light for 8 hours However he did not discover a way of permanently fixing

the image for another decadeWilliam Henry Fox Talbot applied Nieacutepces recipe to paper in 1834 fixing the images with a salt solution and eventually patenting the first paper negative as the ldquoCalotyperdquo in 1841

Meanwhile Louis Daguerre was creating the Daguerrotype by coating copper sheets in silver iodide creating a metal negative which he developed in a solution of mercury These two inventions lead to the creation of photography To that end on August 19 1839 the French government publicly acknowledged the invention of photography

The first glass negative was made by Frederick Scott Archer in 1851 using a wet plate collodion process During the 1850s the tintype photograph emerged this made the negative image appear positive by exposing it onto a dark-coloured metal sheet coated with collodion which made the shadows appear light and the highlights dark

In 1861 James Clerk-Maxwell realized that he could photograph a scene three times through a red blue and green filter and project the images on top of each other to create a full-colour image

Finally in 1871 Richard Leach Maddox suspended the silver solution in gelatin creating the dry emulsion which sent photography skyrocketing It was applied first to glass negatives but would later find its way onto the thin plastic film that made photography possible for the public at large

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The Photographic Boom

By 1878 glass plate negatives were being manufactured commercially and in 1880 George Eastman opened what would become the Eastman-Kodak company Within ten years he was producing roll film and in 1900 released the first personal camera the Kodak Brownie In 1907 the Lumiegravere Brothers released the first commercial colour film

Oscar Barnack working for Leitz microscopes pushed camera invention forward in 1914 with the first 35mm camera which was improved upon and released in 1924 as the first Leica camera 1936 saw the introduction of the modern SLR (single-lens reflex camera) as well as the legendary Kodachrome film which finally made colour photography popular Polaroid would release instant black-and-white film in 1948 followed by the colour version in 1963

Students from the Emerson School for GirlsSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

Medium Daguerreotype

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Unidentified Woman in Nine Oval ViewsSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

Medium Daguerreotype

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The Digital Takeover

The first digital camera was invented in 1975 by Steve Sasson of Kodak using CCD sensor technology invented by Willard Boyle and George Smith in 1969 The birth of auto focus came with Minoltas Maxxum in 1985 paving the way for the worlds first commercially-available digital SLR ndash Kodaks 13 megapixel DCS-100 which sold in 1991 for $30000 USD Eight years later Nikon would wrestle away Kodaks dominance of the photo industry with the release of the D1 a 27MP model which went for a comparatively modest $6000

In 2003 Canon released the Digital Rebel the first consumer-level DSLR with a price tag under $1000 followed two years later by the first full-frame digital camera the 5D

Adobe hopped on the digital wave with the creation of Photoshop in 1990

A decade later the first camera phone was developed by Sharp in the early years of the new millennium Kodak ceased all production of film cameras in 2004 and even though the variety has been pared down they continue to produce film for the die-hard analog market

In the past ten years the major camera companies have focused their research and development almost entirely on improving their digital technology which has now begun to plateau The possibilities for future ingenuity now lay wide open with endless photographic possibilities waiting just over the horizon

The Reading EstablishmentAttributed to William Henry Fox Talbot (British 1800ndash1877)

Medium Salted paper prints from paper negatives

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Lola MontezSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

Medium Daguerreotype

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Lemuel ShawSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

Medium Daguerreotype

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Louis-Jacques-Mandeacute DaguerreJohn Jabez Edwin Mayall (British Oldham Lancashire 1813ndash1901 West Sussex)

Medium Albumen silver print from glass negative

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View Down Brattle Street from the Southworth amp Hawes Studio at 5 12 Tremont Row Boston

Southworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)Medium Daguerreotype

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Interview with Celebrity Photographer Jason Bell Having shot for publications like Vanity Fair Vogue photographed royals and had some of his work submitted into Britainrsquos National Portrait Gallery Jason Bell has cemented his place as one of the foremost portrait photographers of his generation He has published four books and received more accolades than we have room to mention In any case Jasonrsquos work is the gold-standard when it comes to peering past the face and into the soul of subject model or celebrity His work has fascinated us for some time so we interviewed him to learn more about his work and career

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INERVIEW

All images by and copyright of Jason Bell

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How did you become a photographer

I just always was I took pictures a lot as a child and then when I was at school I was given the keys to the school dark room which I remember finding a magical place It just carried on from there

You actually studied Politics Philosophy and Economics at Oxford and as of today you have photographed some of the most powerful individuals on earth from presidents to royals Is there a correlation there

I am a strong believer in researching the people I photograph so I think it helps that my education has given me an understanding of what some of them do

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What was it like to take the official christening photographs of Prince George

It was an honour to be asked Everyone kept telling me beforehand how nervous I would be and that I must be so stressed But I actually felt very relaxed throughout They gave me all the time I needed to prepare and were very friendly and relaxed I enjoyed it

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Many of your photos are part of the permanent collection of the National Portrait Gallery the United Kingdomrsquos official gallery for portraits of historical British people Your work is national history How does this feel

I try not to think of it in those terms but more about what I want to say about the person Irsquom photographing or what I can encourage them to reveal

Are there any portraits of yours in the National Portrait Gallery that stand out as favourites

My favourites tend to be favourites because they are people I have felt a particular connection with or even become friends with I try to do that with everyone I photograph but obviously it happens with some people more than others

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Yoursquove captured a lot of artists and entertainers as well What is it like photographing celebrities

I am lucky in that I photographed some famous people very early on in my career so I got used to it very quickly and it is not something that I find difficult to deal with at all now They are just people like everybody else and usually enjoy being treated as such

You did the movie posters for modern British classic like Billy Elliot and Love Actually How is shooting a movie poster different from capturing a portrait

It tends to be much more art directed so I have less freedom to just do what I want and have to follow a brief more carefully In those instances I try to follow that brief and then give them something in addition that they maybe didnrsquot know they wanted

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Have you ever photographed someone who had maybe been a role model of some kind for you or maybe just admired greatly

Yes - very early on in my career I was sent to Iceland to photograph Bjork I had been listening to that first album of hers all summer and so was a bit of a fan It actually kind of got in the way initially me being a fan and I had to get past that as quickly as possible to find the person I wanted to photograph

What was the most surreal moment you ever experienced during a photography shoot

I was shooting a campaign for the Royal Opera House of a Chinese opera singer called Liping Zhang in a beautiful area near the Mongolian border We were assured the weather would be OK since it was late spring but a freak snowstorm came through so we were all freezing and inappropriately dressed and we had to bundle her up in Chinese army coats to keep her warm and at the last moment there was so much snow we couldnrsquot even drive her to the spot where I wanted to photograph her so in order to get her there we had to rent a camel to put her on

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What advice would you give to amatuer photographers

Many of the students and amateurs who come to see me show me a little bit of everything That is unlikely to get you commissioned when you are starting out So I think itrsquos better to concentrate on one thing and do it very well at the beginning and then when that goes well you can branch out

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Bewitched by BlightA building in ruins hangs together by what seems like threads One of the upper floors sags precariously just inches above the head of a young woman who strolls absent-mindedly with a teddy-bear in hand It seems possible that at any moment the whole structure could come crashing down Lady Luck we presume

Danny Aguirre (danny-aguirre-142) is the PicsArtist responsible for this Photo of the Month entitled Lady Luck Aguirre edited this image to perfection transplanting a young lively and vibrant woman into a world of decay In this manner the photo speaks to us through contrast

Darkly lit ruins once full of life now sit forgotten surrounded by sick yellow skies The deteriorating building bears down on an unwary and carefree youth (Lady Luck) ambling at the mercy of its behemonth broken structure In this peculiar and eerie scene Aguirre captivates his audience while conveying the promise of the unexpected

In an ever-changing world Aguirre has captured the aesthetic beauty of a building that has passed its prime However in its old age the building has become something else entirely a peculiar and curious space open to imaginative interpretation This is perhaps the luck that the young lady pictured in the image and Aguirres audience have stumbled upon an unexpected opportunity to reflect on the present in light of the past Through his creative vision Aguirre allows us to study ourselves and the physical structures we leave behind for future generations

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A Photographerrsquos Guide to the US

The most unique shots in America and where to get them

Kelso San Dunes Mojave Desert

If yoursquore looking for a unique photography opportunity head for the Kelso Sand Dunes - mountainous piles of sand that seem to spring up from nowhere in the middle of the Mojave Desert The tallest dunes can rise up to 650 feet above the surrounding terrain In this setting a well-timed hike might allow you photograph the sunset from a phenomenal vantage point A couple words of caution be sure to take a flashlight in order to get back to your car and never go alone

If you donrsquot make it to the sand dunes dont despair The spectacular darkness of the Mojave desert translates into spectacular nighttime photography With almost no ambient light (apart from the stars and the vague glow over the horizon coming from Las Vegas) the Mojave is the perfect place to experiment with time lapse night shots and double exposures This is a surefire way to snap some fantastic shots

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The Redwood Forests California

If you drive down the west coast of California on Route 1 yoursquoll suddenly find yourself in a magical landscape of trees so tall that you feel like a tiny critter The redwood forests in California are truly a sight to behold and the deep ochre of the tree barks is spectacular to see

Driving through this area is fantastic but make sure that you park up and go exploring with your camera This is one of the best places for nature photography The way the light streams through the canopy in the late afternoon is nothing short of breathtaking a must see for every photographer

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Tucson Arizona

Tucson may not seem like a photographerrsquos haven and if you visit in July when the temperatures soar to over 100 degrees Fahrenheit it certainly wonrsquot feel like it either However the landscape of this often-forgotten city makes for some truly breathtaking sunsets and sunrises where flat land gives way to gorgeous mountains ensconced by sunlight

If you visit Tucson youll also find that it is an unlikely hotbed of culture and art With a history that goes back much further than many of its neighbors in the south west Tucson boasts remarkable architecture historic neighborhoods and museums not to mention the Mission San Xavier del Bac an 18th-century mission that is still functioning Whats more the city has a distinctly Western flavor in light of pervasive Native American and Mexican influences After the sun goes down yoursquoll also find art events and bars alive with music and bonding in a comfy college-town atmosphere which means that you can capture some great shots of people simply being themselves

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DIY Wall Decorations for Kids Room

Artists start young so here we want to show how you can nurture art into a child by decorating his room so he starts seeing and valuing creativity from his early days

This DIY tutorial is so easy to do that if you have elder children you can involve them in the process of making these awsome wall hangings Make a collage in minutes that will be an impressive surprise for everyone and give you a proud piece of original artwork to hang on the wall in your kids room

For this project yoursquoll need a color printer markers scissors glue 2 pieces of ordinary cardboard and 4 equal-sized colorfull cardboards or canvas

Step 1 PrintFind some awesome characters online by either browsing clipart in the PicsArt Shop or googling cartoon images Also print out some basic colors or patterns to cut into shapes If you dont like the color of your background cardboards or canvases you can either color them with paint or print out patterns to make your backgrounds more colorful

Step 2 CutCut out your characters carefully and glue them on cardboard Now cut out the cardboard in the shape of your characters Be sure to cut out shapes for the scenery of your collage like clouds and trees There is no need to glue them on an additional cardboard if you do not want to make them look 3D

Step 3 Create 3D ElementsIdentify some parts of the animals you want to highlight like tails eyes or ears Cut out two of those parts from cardboard and glue one over the other so that the one with patterns stays on top

Step 4 GlueGlue your shapes onto 4 pieces of cardboard Start with the scenery (trees and clouds) then glue on your characters then glue on their cool colored double-layered body parts to make them stand out As a result you will have 3D-like animals or any other items you want

Step 6 Draw Parts and Write MessagesYou can draw some fine elements into your collage using ordinary colorful markers You can also write a message on your collage with a marker Your creations are now ready to make your child smile

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Danielrsquos Twisted Animal Crime LineupGreat artists know how to turn heads with their art and that is certainly the case with PicsArtist of the Month Daniel (n3cr0n0m1c0n) However when he turns heads he turns them into something else Daniel has recently unveiled a series of photos that replace the head of a human body with various animal heads - the only exception being an awesome Star Wars stormtrooper helmet

In each photo of the series Daniels body dons a different head Nevertheless he is shown wearing the same clothes - a leather jacket with a zipper that runs diagonally across his torso into the side of his collar The thing about Danielrsquos photos is that the details of their construction work really well together to create a dark artistic vision with grungy undertones

Despite this odd synergy each photo is posed with a nonchalance that seems to undermine the strangeness of it all every shot displaying the emotional expression of a criminal lineup or mugshot The body takes on a neutral stance and the animal heads stare with vacant expressions as if silently counting the seconds for the camera shutter to click so they can walk off and do something else The overall emotional effect is weird uneasy slightly comic and extremely captivating

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Step 4 Add Color

Use thick colorful brushes to add the basic first layer of colors to your drawing

Step 3 Final Outline

Reduce the opacity and add a new layer for your final outline Trace a final outline using clean and deliberate strokes Make sure you get all of your details exactly right and correct previous mistakes Delete or hide previous outline layer when done

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Step 5 Add Shading

Add a new layer and outline the areas of your drawing you would like to shade Color this outline in black when you are ready

Step 6 Background Color

Reduce the opacity of your shade layer for a more subtle shade Use brighter tones to add lighting and reflection in your drawing Finish your drawing by using a translucent brush to add shading and texture to your background This creates ambiance and gives your anime character that final touch of realism it needs

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Design a Postcard that Encapsulates Summer VacationPicsArt has everything you need to create the perfect postcard using your summer photos With the right combination of masks texts and clipart you can create a professional card that perfectly captures the feelings and images of your fondest summer vacation memories

With this tutorial wersquoll show you an example of how to create a postcard step by step Yoursquoll be surprised at how easy it is to make something look so good in five easy steps

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Step 1 Upload a PhotoUpload a photo from the edit section of the main menu

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Step 2 Add Shape MaskSelect the Shape Mask icon from the menu bar and choose a shape mask that fits your photo best Customize the color size and opacity of the mask

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Step 3 2nd Shape MaskAdd a second Shape Mask with the same color and opacity as your previous one Reverse the mask by checking the box next to Inverse at the bottom right corner

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Step 4 Add TextPress the Text icon to add text to your postcard Add your text line by line to experiment with different fonts sizes and colors

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Step 5 Add ClipartPress the Clipart icon and choose clipart images to add that go with the theme of your postcard Customize the size and color to complete your postcard

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PicsArtist Roxyrsquos Visceral Mobile ArtThe series of abstract portraits created by PicsArtist Roxy HArt (roxyhart) are gripping Not only is her artwork raw and emotionally charged but it is rendered in a unique artistic fashion - all on her mobile phone

At times Roxy mixes her drawings with photography blending the two togehter with a variety of brush strokes and textures Roxy does not hold back when she faces inner anguish as an artist but rather injects this emotion into her work

Nevertheless some of her portraits are less jarring possessing a softer more poetic touch In these portraits her frustration gives way to melancholy as she tones down stark reds and peppers her portraits with faded yellows purples and blues

Not long ago terms like ldquomobile artrdquo were easily dismissed by the fine art mainstream but PicsArtists like Roxy prove that a tablet or smartphone can be just as powerful as a canvas and paintbrush The following collection of portraits by Roxy illustrate that even without the traditional tools mobile artwork retains emotion and authenticity

INSPIRATION Drawing

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WHATS NEW

PicsArtrsquos Exciting New Features for iOS and Android Devices

PicsArt recently released some exciting updates for Android and iOS Most of the new features were available for both platforms but they had their slight differences

The update included two new effects Dodger and Vintage Ivory The former softens your photo with pale colors and ambient lighting while the latter is inspired by vintage color palettes and resolutions but with a new whiter and brighter twist

PicsArt also gave users the ability to customize the colors of PicsArt Masks with a new Hue slider Shape masks offer the opportunity to choose from a variety of shapes to overlay on your photos and they have been made even better recently - by adding the option to customize them by texture in addition to the previously available color and opacity

For a quick fix and speedy share of an image we introduced the Auto Enhance tool which automatically brings you the basic best version of your image while still allowing you to customize in small ways

In addition to these commonly shared updates the two platforms have some differences as well iOS users can now customize their collages by adjusting the inner borders and can choose from a whole new variety of pre-made grids iOS users will also be excited about our updates in the Social Network as written tags and usernames written out in comments or photo descriptions now automatically become links to what they are referencing This will make it easier for users to discover each other as well as trending tags

Donrsquot worry Android users you have some cool stuff too We know that photo stealing has become an issue in our network so we have removed the save option for photos Now only photos that have freetoedit tag can be saved and reused by others If you do not tag your miages with that tag no one will be able to save them We hope that this will help prevent photo theft and preserve the artistic rights of our creative userbase

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A Brief Introduction to Photo History

Although photography as we know it is among the youngest of the major art forms its history can be traced back to ancient times Chinese philosopher Mo-Zi discussed the principles of a camera obscura in the 4th or 5th century BCE For two thousand years it was known as a small dark room (or box) with a tiny hole in one wall through which light shone and projected an inverted image

During the late 1500s Giambattista della Portia perfected its design by adding a convex lens to the hole making a sharper more detailed image Camera obscuras allowed artists to trace a scene in ink for a more faithful reproduction

The Early Days of Image Processing

The 18th and 19th centuries saw a multitude of methods for image processing and creation In 1727 Johann Schulze mixed chalk silver and nitric acid - a very early photosensitive compound - noting that one side of the flask darkened when exposed to sunlight In 1816 Joseph Niceacutephore Nieacutepce created the worlds first photograph by coating a metal plate in a silver chloride solution and exposing it to light for 8 hours However he did not discover a way of permanently fixing

the image for another decadeWilliam Henry Fox Talbot applied Nieacutepces recipe to paper in 1834 fixing the images with a salt solution and eventually patenting the first paper negative as the ldquoCalotyperdquo in 1841

Meanwhile Louis Daguerre was creating the Daguerrotype by coating copper sheets in silver iodide creating a metal negative which he developed in a solution of mercury These two inventions lead to the creation of photography To that end on August 19 1839 the French government publicly acknowledged the invention of photography

The first glass negative was made by Frederick Scott Archer in 1851 using a wet plate collodion process During the 1850s the tintype photograph emerged this made the negative image appear positive by exposing it onto a dark-coloured metal sheet coated with collodion which made the shadows appear light and the highlights dark

In 1861 James Clerk-Maxwell realized that he could photograph a scene three times through a red blue and green filter and project the images on top of each other to create a full-colour image

Finally in 1871 Richard Leach Maddox suspended the silver solution in gelatin creating the dry emulsion which sent photography skyrocketing It was applied first to glass negatives but would later find its way onto the thin plastic film that made photography possible for the public at large

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The Photographic Boom

By 1878 glass plate negatives were being manufactured commercially and in 1880 George Eastman opened what would become the Eastman-Kodak company Within ten years he was producing roll film and in 1900 released the first personal camera the Kodak Brownie In 1907 the Lumiegravere Brothers released the first commercial colour film

Oscar Barnack working for Leitz microscopes pushed camera invention forward in 1914 with the first 35mm camera which was improved upon and released in 1924 as the first Leica camera 1936 saw the introduction of the modern SLR (single-lens reflex camera) as well as the legendary Kodachrome film which finally made colour photography popular Polaroid would release instant black-and-white film in 1948 followed by the colour version in 1963

Students from the Emerson School for GirlsSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

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Unidentified Woman in Nine Oval ViewsSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

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The Digital Takeover

The first digital camera was invented in 1975 by Steve Sasson of Kodak using CCD sensor technology invented by Willard Boyle and George Smith in 1969 The birth of auto focus came with Minoltas Maxxum in 1985 paving the way for the worlds first commercially-available digital SLR ndash Kodaks 13 megapixel DCS-100 which sold in 1991 for $30000 USD Eight years later Nikon would wrestle away Kodaks dominance of the photo industry with the release of the D1 a 27MP model which went for a comparatively modest $6000

In 2003 Canon released the Digital Rebel the first consumer-level DSLR with a price tag under $1000 followed two years later by the first full-frame digital camera the 5D

Adobe hopped on the digital wave with the creation of Photoshop in 1990

A decade later the first camera phone was developed by Sharp in the early years of the new millennium Kodak ceased all production of film cameras in 2004 and even though the variety has been pared down they continue to produce film for the die-hard analog market

In the past ten years the major camera companies have focused their research and development almost entirely on improving their digital technology which has now begun to plateau The possibilities for future ingenuity now lay wide open with endless photographic possibilities waiting just over the horizon

The Reading EstablishmentAttributed to William Henry Fox Talbot (British 1800ndash1877)

Medium Salted paper prints from paper negatives

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Lola MontezSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

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Lemuel ShawSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

Medium Daguerreotype

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Louis-Jacques-Mandeacute DaguerreJohn Jabez Edwin Mayall (British Oldham Lancashire 1813ndash1901 West Sussex)

Medium Albumen silver print from glass negative

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View Down Brattle Street from the Southworth amp Hawes Studio at 5 12 Tremont Row Boston

Southworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)Medium Daguerreotype

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Interview with Celebrity Photographer Jason Bell Having shot for publications like Vanity Fair Vogue photographed royals and had some of his work submitted into Britainrsquos National Portrait Gallery Jason Bell has cemented his place as one of the foremost portrait photographers of his generation He has published four books and received more accolades than we have room to mention In any case Jasonrsquos work is the gold-standard when it comes to peering past the face and into the soul of subject model or celebrity His work has fascinated us for some time so we interviewed him to learn more about his work and career

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INERVIEW

All images by and copyright of Jason Bell

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How did you become a photographer

I just always was I took pictures a lot as a child and then when I was at school I was given the keys to the school dark room which I remember finding a magical place It just carried on from there

You actually studied Politics Philosophy and Economics at Oxford and as of today you have photographed some of the most powerful individuals on earth from presidents to royals Is there a correlation there

I am a strong believer in researching the people I photograph so I think it helps that my education has given me an understanding of what some of them do

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What was it like to take the official christening photographs of Prince George

It was an honour to be asked Everyone kept telling me beforehand how nervous I would be and that I must be so stressed But I actually felt very relaxed throughout They gave me all the time I needed to prepare and were very friendly and relaxed I enjoyed it

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Many of your photos are part of the permanent collection of the National Portrait Gallery the United Kingdomrsquos official gallery for portraits of historical British people Your work is national history How does this feel

I try not to think of it in those terms but more about what I want to say about the person Irsquom photographing or what I can encourage them to reveal

Are there any portraits of yours in the National Portrait Gallery that stand out as favourites

My favourites tend to be favourites because they are people I have felt a particular connection with or even become friends with I try to do that with everyone I photograph but obviously it happens with some people more than others

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Yoursquove captured a lot of artists and entertainers as well What is it like photographing celebrities

I am lucky in that I photographed some famous people very early on in my career so I got used to it very quickly and it is not something that I find difficult to deal with at all now They are just people like everybody else and usually enjoy being treated as such

You did the movie posters for modern British classic like Billy Elliot and Love Actually How is shooting a movie poster different from capturing a portrait

It tends to be much more art directed so I have less freedom to just do what I want and have to follow a brief more carefully In those instances I try to follow that brief and then give them something in addition that they maybe didnrsquot know they wanted

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Have you ever photographed someone who had maybe been a role model of some kind for you or maybe just admired greatly

Yes - very early on in my career I was sent to Iceland to photograph Bjork I had been listening to that first album of hers all summer and so was a bit of a fan It actually kind of got in the way initially me being a fan and I had to get past that as quickly as possible to find the person I wanted to photograph

What was the most surreal moment you ever experienced during a photography shoot

I was shooting a campaign for the Royal Opera House of a Chinese opera singer called Liping Zhang in a beautiful area near the Mongolian border We were assured the weather would be OK since it was late spring but a freak snowstorm came through so we were all freezing and inappropriately dressed and we had to bundle her up in Chinese army coats to keep her warm and at the last moment there was so much snow we couldnrsquot even drive her to the spot where I wanted to photograph her so in order to get her there we had to rent a camel to put her on

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What advice would you give to amatuer photographers

Many of the students and amateurs who come to see me show me a little bit of everything That is unlikely to get you commissioned when you are starting out So I think itrsquos better to concentrate on one thing and do it very well at the beginning and then when that goes well you can branch out

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Bewitched by BlightA building in ruins hangs together by what seems like threads One of the upper floors sags precariously just inches above the head of a young woman who strolls absent-mindedly with a teddy-bear in hand It seems possible that at any moment the whole structure could come crashing down Lady Luck we presume

Danny Aguirre (danny-aguirre-142) is the PicsArtist responsible for this Photo of the Month entitled Lady Luck Aguirre edited this image to perfection transplanting a young lively and vibrant woman into a world of decay In this manner the photo speaks to us through contrast

Darkly lit ruins once full of life now sit forgotten surrounded by sick yellow skies The deteriorating building bears down on an unwary and carefree youth (Lady Luck) ambling at the mercy of its behemonth broken structure In this peculiar and eerie scene Aguirre captivates his audience while conveying the promise of the unexpected

In an ever-changing world Aguirre has captured the aesthetic beauty of a building that has passed its prime However in its old age the building has become something else entirely a peculiar and curious space open to imaginative interpretation This is perhaps the luck that the young lady pictured in the image and Aguirres audience have stumbled upon an unexpected opportunity to reflect on the present in light of the past Through his creative vision Aguirre allows us to study ourselves and the physical structures we leave behind for future generations

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A Photographerrsquos Guide to the US

The most unique shots in America and where to get them

Kelso San Dunes Mojave Desert

If yoursquore looking for a unique photography opportunity head for the Kelso Sand Dunes - mountainous piles of sand that seem to spring up from nowhere in the middle of the Mojave Desert The tallest dunes can rise up to 650 feet above the surrounding terrain In this setting a well-timed hike might allow you photograph the sunset from a phenomenal vantage point A couple words of caution be sure to take a flashlight in order to get back to your car and never go alone

If you donrsquot make it to the sand dunes dont despair The spectacular darkness of the Mojave desert translates into spectacular nighttime photography With almost no ambient light (apart from the stars and the vague glow over the horizon coming from Las Vegas) the Mojave is the perfect place to experiment with time lapse night shots and double exposures This is a surefire way to snap some fantastic shots

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The Redwood Forests California

If you drive down the west coast of California on Route 1 yoursquoll suddenly find yourself in a magical landscape of trees so tall that you feel like a tiny critter The redwood forests in California are truly a sight to behold and the deep ochre of the tree barks is spectacular to see

Driving through this area is fantastic but make sure that you park up and go exploring with your camera This is one of the best places for nature photography The way the light streams through the canopy in the late afternoon is nothing short of breathtaking a must see for every photographer

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Tucson Arizona

Tucson may not seem like a photographerrsquos haven and if you visit in July when the temperatures soar to over 100 degrees Fahrenheit it certainly wonrsquot feel like it either However the landscape of this often-forgotten city makes for some truly breathtaking sunsets and sunrises where flat land gives way to gorgeous mountains ensconced by sunlight

If you visit Tucson youll also find that it is an unlikely hotbed of culture and art With a history that goes back much further than many of its neighbors in the south west Tucson boasts remarkable architecture historic neighborhoods and museums not to mention the Mission San Xavier del Bac an 18th-century mission that is still functioning Whats more the city has a distinctly Western flavor in light of pervasive Native American and Mexican influences After the sun goes down yoursquoll also find art events and bars alive with music and bonding in a comfy college-town atmosphere which means that you can capture some great shots of people simply being themselves

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DIY Wall Decorations for Kids Room

Artists start young so here we want to show how you can nurture art into a child by decorating his room so he starts seeing and valuing creativity from his early days

This DIY tutorial is so easy to do that if you have elder children you can involve them in the process of making these awsome wall hangings Make a collage in minutes that will be an impressive surprise for everyone and give you a proud piece of original artwork to hang on the wall in your kids room

For this project yoursquoll need a color printer markers scissors glue 2 pieces of ordinary cardboard and 4 equal-sized colorfull cardboards or canvas

Step 1 PrintFind some awesome characters online by either browsing clipart in the PicsArt Shop or googling cartoon images Also print out some basic colors or patterns to cut into shapes If you dont like the color of your background cardboards or canvases you can either color them with paint or print out patterns to make your backgrounds more colorful

Step 2 CutCut out your characters carefully and glue them on cardboard Now cut out the cardboard in the shape of your characters Be sure to cut out shapes for the scenery of your collage like clouds and trees There is no need to glue them on an additional cardboard if you do not want to make them look 3D

Step 3 Create 3D ElementsIdentify some parts of the animals you want to highlight like tails eyes or ears Cut out two of those parts from cardboard and glue one over the other so that the one with patterns stays on top

Step 4 GlueGlue your shapes onto 4 pieces of cardboard Start with the scenery (trees and clouds) then glue on your characters then glue on their cool colored double-layered body parts to make them stand out As a result you will have 3D-like animals or any other items you want

Step 6 Draw Parts and Write MessagesYou can draw some fine elements into your collage using ordinary colorful markers You can also write a message on your collage with a marker Your creations are now ready to make your child smile

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Danielrsquos Twisted Animal Crime LineupGreat artists know how to turn heads with their art and that is certainly the case with PicsArtist of the Month Daniel (n3cr0n0m1c0n) However when he turns heads he turns them into something else Daniel has recently unveiled a series of photos that replace the head of a human body with various animal heads - the only exception being an awesome Star Wars stormtrooper helmet

In each photo of the series Daniels body dons a different head Nevertheless he is shown wearing the same clothes - a leather jacket with a zipper that runs diagonally across his torso into the side of his collar The thing about Danielrsquos photos is that the details of their construction work really well together to create a dark artistic vision with grungy undertones

Despite this odd synergy each photo is posed with a nonchalance that seems to undermine the strangeness of it all every shot displaying the emotional expression of a criminal lineup or mugshot The body takes on a neutral stance and the animal heads stare with vacant expressions as if silently counting the seconds for the camera shutter to click so they can walk off and do something else The overall emotional effect is weird uneasy slightly comic and extremely captivating

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Step 5 Add Shading

Add a new layer and outline the areas of your drawing you would like to shade Color this outline in black when you are ready

Step 6 Background Color

Reduce the opacity of your shade layer for a more subtle shade Use brighter tones to add lighting and reflection in your drawing Finish your drawing by using a translucent brush to add shading and texture to your background This creates ambiance and gives your anime character that final touch of realism it needs

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Design a Postcard that Encapsulates Summer VacationPicsArt has everything you need to create the perfect postcard using your summer photos With the right combination of masks texts and clipart you can create a professional card that perfectly captures the feelings and images of your fondest summer vacation memories

With this tutorial wersquoll show you an example of how to create a postcard step by step Yoursquoll be surprised at how easy it is to make something look so good in five easy steps

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Step 1 Upload a PhotoUpload a photo from the edit section of the main menu

TUTORIAL Design

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Step 2 Add Shape MaskSelect the Shape Mask icon from the menu bar and choose a shape mask that fits your photo best Customize the color size and opacity of the mask

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Step 3 2nd Shape MaskAdd a second Shape Mask with the same color and opacity as your previous one Reverse the mask by checking the box next to Inverse at the bottom right corner

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Step 4 Add TextPress the Text icon to add text to your postcard Add your text line by line to experiment with different fonts sizes and colors

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Step 5 Add ClipartPress the Clipart icon and choose clipart images to add that go with the theme of your postcard Customize the size and color to complete your postcard

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PicsArtist Roxyrsquos Visceral Mobile ArtThe series of abstract portraits created by PicsArtist Roxy HArt (roxyhart) are gripping Not only is her artwork raw and emotionally charged but it is rendered in a unique artistic fashion - all on her mobile phone

At times Roxy mixes her drawings with photography blending the two togehter with a variety of brush strokes and textures Roxy does not hold back when she faces inner anguish as an artist but rather injects this emotion into her work

Nevertheless some of her portraits are less jarring possessing a softer more poetic touch In these portraits her frustration gives way to melancholy as she tones down stark reds and peppers her portraits with faded yellows purples and blues

Not long ago terms like ldquomobile artrdquo were easily dismissed by the fine art mainstream but PicsArtists like Roxy prove that a tablet or smartphone can be just as powerful as a canvas and paintbrush The following collection of portraits by Roxy illustrate that even without the traditional tools mobile artwork retains emotion and authenticity

INSPIRATION Drawing

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WHATS NEW

PicsArtrsquos Exciting New Features for iOS and Android Devices

PicsArt recently released some exciting updates for Android and iOS Most of the new features were available for both platforms but they had their slight differences

The update included two new effects Dodger and Vintage Ivory The former softens your photo with pale colors and ambient lighting while the latter is inspired by vintage color palettes and resolutions but with a new whiter and brighter twist

PicsArt also gave users the ability to customize the colors of PicsArt Masks with a new Hue slider Shape masks offer the opportunity to choose from a variety of shapes to overlay on your photos and they have been made even better recently - by adding the option to customize them by texture in addition to the previously available color and opacity

For a quick fix and speedy share of an image we introduced the Auto Enhance tool which automatically brings you the basic best version of your image while still allowing you to customize in small ways

In addition to these commonly shared updates the two platforms have some differences as well iOS users can now customize their collages by adjusting the inner borders and can choose from a whole new variety of pre-made grids iOS users will also be excited about our updates in the Social Network as written tags and usernames written out in comments or photo descriptions now automatically become links to what they are referencing This will make it easier for users to discover each other as well as trending tags

Donrsquot worry Android users you have some cool stuff too We know that photo stealing has become an issue in our network so we have removed the save option for photos Now only photos that have freetoedit tag can be saved and reused by others If you do not tag your miages with that tag no one will be able to save them We hope that this will help prevent photo theft and preserve the artistic rights of our creative userbase

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A Brief Introduction to Photo History

Although photography as we know it is among the youngest of the major art forms its history can be traced back to ancient times Chinese philosopher Mo-Zi discussed the principles of a camera obscura in the 4th or 5th century BCE For two thousand years it was known as a small dark room (or box) with a tiny hole in one wall through which light shone and projected an inverted image

During the late 1500s Giambattista della Portia perfected its design by adding a convex lens to the hole making a sharper more detailed image Camera obscuras allowed artists to trace a scene in ink for a more faithful reproduction

The Early Days of Image Processing

The 18th and 19th centuries saw a multitude of methods for image processing and creation In 1727 Johann Schulze mixed chalk silver and nitric acid - a very early photosensitive compound - noting that one side of the flask darkened when exposed to sunlight In 1816 Joseph Niceacutephore Nieacutepce created the worlds first photograph by coating a metal plate in a silver chloride solution and exposing it to light for 8 hours However he did not discover a way of permanently fixing

the image for another decadeWilliam Henry Fox Talbot applied Nieacutepces recipe to paper in 1834 fixing the images with a salt solution and eventually patenting the first paper negative as the ldquoCalotyperdquo in 1841

Meanwhile Louis Daguerre was creating the Daguerrotype by coating copper sheets in silver iodide creating a metal negative which he developed in a solution of mercury These two inventions lead to the creation of photography To that end on August 19 1839 the French government publicly acknowledged the invention of photography

The first glass negative was made by Frederick Scott Archer in 1851 using a wet plate collodion process During the 1850s the tintype photograph emerged this made the negative image appear positive by exposing it onto a dark-coloured metal sheet coated with collodion which made the shadows appear light and the highlights dark

In 1861 James Clerk-Maxwell realized that he could photograph a scene three times through a red blue and green filter and project the images on top of each other to create a full-colour image

Finally in 1871 Richard Leach Maddox suspended the silver solution in gelatin creating the dry emulsion which sent photography skyrocketing It was applied first to glass negatives but would later find its way onto the thin plastic film that made photography possible for the public at large

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The Photographic Boom

By 1878 glass plate negatives were being manufactured commercially and in 1880 George Eastman opened what would become the Eastman-Kodak company Within ten years he was producing roll film and in 1900 released the first personal camera the Kodak Brownie In 1907 the Lumiegravere Brothers released the first commercial colour film

Oscar Barnack working for Leitz microscopes pushed camera invention forward in 1914 with the first 35mm camera which was improved upon and released in 1924 as the first Leica camera 1936 saw the introduction of the modern SLR (single-lens reflex camera) as well as the legendary Kodachrome film which finally made colour photography popular Polaroid would release instant black-and-white film in 1948 followed by the colour version in 1963

Students from the Emerson School for GirlsSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

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Unidentified Woman in Nine Oval ViewsSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

Medium Daguerreotype

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The Digital Takeover

The first digital camera was invented in 1975 by Steve Sasson of Kodak using CCD sensor technology invented by Willard Boyle and George Smith in 1969 The birth of auto focus came with Minoltas Maxxum in 1985 paving the way for the worlds first commercially-available digital SLR ndash Kodaks 13 megapixel DCS-100 which sold in 1991 for $30000 USD Eight years later Nikon would wrestle away Kodaks dominance of the photo industry with the release of the D1 a 27MP model which went for a comparatively modest $6000

In 2003 Canon released the Digital Rebel the first consumer-level DSLR with a price tag under $1000 followed two years later by the first full-frame digital camera the 5D

Adobe hopped on the digital wave with the creation of Photoshop in 1990

A decade later the first camera phone was developed by Sharp in the early years of the new millennium Kodak ceased all production of film cameras in 2004 and even though the variety has been pared down they continue to produce film for the die-hard analog market

In the past ten years the major camera companies have focused their research and development almost entirely on improving their digital technology which has now begun to plateau The possibilities for future ingenuity now lay wide open with endless photographic possibilities waiting just over the horizon

The Reading EstablishmentAttributed to William Henry Fox Talbot (British 1800ndash1877)

Medium Salted paper prints from paper negatives

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Lola MontezSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

Medium Daguerreotype

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Lemuel ShawSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

Medium Daguerreotype

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Louis-Jacques-Mandeacute DaguerreJohn Jabez Edwin Mayall (British Oldham Lancashire 1813ndash1901 West Sussex)

Medium Albumen silver print from glass negative

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View Down Brattle Street from the Southworth amp Hawes Studio at 5 12 Tremont Row Boston

Southworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)Medium Daguerreotype

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Interview with Celebrity Photographer Jason Bell Having shot for publications like Vanity Fair Vogue photographed royals and had some of his work submitted into Britainrsquos National Portrait Gallery Jason Bell has cemented his place as one of the foremost portrait photographers of his generation He has published four books and received more accolades than we have room to mention In any case Jasonrsquos work is the gold-standard when it comes to peering past the face and into the soul of subject model or celebrity His work has fascinated us for some time so we interviewed him to learn more about his work and career

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INERVIEW

All images by and copyright of Jason Bell

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How did you become a photographer

I just always was I took pictures a lot as a child and then when I was at school I was given the keys to the school dark room which I remember finding a magical place It just carried on from there

You actually studied Politics Philosophy and Economics at Oxford and as of today you have photographed some of the most powerful individuals on earth from presidents to royals Is there a correlation there

I am a strong believer in researching the people I photograph so I think it helps that my education has given me an understanding of what some of them do

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What was it like to take the official christening photographs of Prince George

It was an honour to be asked Everyone kept telling me beforehand how nervous I would be and that I must be so stressed But I actually felt very relaxed throughout They gave me all the time I needed to prepare and were very friendly and relaxed I enjoyed it

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Many of your photos are part of the permanent collection of the National Portrait Gallery the United Kingdomrsquos official gallery for portraits of historical British people Your work is national history How does this feel

I try not to think of it in those terms but more about what I want to say about the person Irsquom photographing or what I can encourage them to reveal

Are there any portraits of yours in the National Portrait Gallery that stand out as favourites

My favourites tend to be favourites because they are people I have felt a particular connection with or even become friends with I try to do that with everyone I photograph but obviously it happens with some people more than others

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Yoursquove captured a lot of artists and entertainers as well What is it like photographing celebrities

I am lucky in that I photographed some famous people very early on in my career so I got used to it very quickly and it is not something that I find difficult to deal with at all now They are just people like everybody else and usually enjoy being treated as such

You did the movie posters for modern British classic like Billy Elliot and Love Actually How is shooting a movie poster different from capturing a portrait

It tends to be much more art directed so I have less freedom to just do what I want and have to follow a brief more carefully In those instances I try to follow that brief and then give them something in addition that they maybe didnrsquot know they wanted

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Have you ever photographed someone who had maybe been a role model of some kind for you or maybe just admired greatly

Yes - very early on in my career I was sent to Iceland to photograph Bjork I had been listening to that first album of hers all summer and so was a bit of a fan It actually kind of got in the way initially me being a fan and I had to get past that as quickly as possible to find the person I wanted to photograph

What was the most surreal moment you ever experienced during a photography shoot

I was shooting a campaign for the Royal Opera House of a Chinese opera singer called Liping Zhang in a beautiful area near the Mongolian border We were assured the weather would be OK since it was late spring but a freak snowstorm came through so we were all freezing and inappropriately dressed and we had to bundle her up in Chinese army coats to keep her warm and at the last moment there was so much snow we couldnrsquot even drive her to the spot where I wanted to photograph her so in order to get her there we had to rent a camel to put her on

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What advice would you give to amatuer photographers

Many of the students and amateurs who come to see me show me a little bit of everything That is unlikely to get you commissioned when you are starting out So I think itrsquos better to concentrate on one thing and do it very well at the beginning and then when that goes well you can branch out

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Bewitched by BlightA building in ruins hangs together by what seems like threads One of the upper floors sags precariously just inches above the head of a young woman who strolls absent-mindedly with a teddy-bear in hand It seems possible that at any moment the whole structure could come crashing down Lady Luck we presume

Danny Aguirre (danny-aguirre-142) is the PicsArtist responsible for this Photo of the Month entitled Lady Luck Aguirre edited this image to perfection transplanting a young lively and vibrant woman into a world of decay In this manner the photo speaks to us through contrast

Darkly lit ruins once full of life now sit forgotten surrounded by sick yellow skies The deteriorating building bears down on an unwary and carefree youth (Lady Luck) ambling at the mercy of its behemonth broken structure In this peculiar and eerie scene Aguirre captivates his audience while conveying the promise of the unexpected

In an ever-changing world Aguirre has captured the aesthetic beauty of a building that has passed its prime However in its old age the building has become something else entirely a peculiar and curious space open to imaginative interpretation This is perhaps the luck that the young lady pictured in the image and Aguirres audience have stumbled upon an unexpected opportunity to reflect on the present in light of the past Through his creative vision Aguirre allows us to study ourselves and the physical structures we leave behind for future generations

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A Photographerrsquos Guide to the US

The most unique shots in America and where to get them

Kelso San Dunes Mojave Desert

If yoursquore looking for a unique photography opportunity head for the Kelso Sand Dunes - mountainous piles of sand that seem to spring up from nowhere in the middle of the Mojave Desert The tallest dunes can rise up to 650 feet above the surrounding terrain In this setting a well-timed hike might allow you photograph the sunset from a phenomenal vantage point A couple words of caution be sure to take a flashlight in order to get back to your car and never go alone

If you donrsquot make it to the sand dunes dont despair The spectacular darkness of the Mojave desert translates into spectacular nighttime photography With almost no ambient light (apart from the stars and the vague glow over the horizon coming from Las Vegas) the Mojave is the perfect place to experiment with time lapse night shots and double exposures This is a surefire way to snap some fantastic shots

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The Redwood Forests California

If you drive down the west coast of California on Route 1 yoursquoll suddenly find yourself in a magical landscape of trees so tall that you feel like a tiny critter The redwood forests in California are truly a sight to behold and the deep ochre of the tree barks is spectacular to see

Driving through this area is fantastic but make sure that you park up and go exploring with your camera This is one of the best places for nature photography The way the light streams through the canopy in the late afternoon is nothing short of breathtaking a must see for every photographer

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Tucson Arizona

Tucson may not seem like a photographerrsquos haven and if you visit in July when the temperatures soar to over 100 degrees Fahrenheit it certainly wonrsquot feel like it either However the landscape of this often-forgotten city makes for some truly breathtaking sunsets and sunrises where flat land gives way to gorgeous mountains ensconced by sunlight

If you visit Tucson youll also find that it is an unlikely hotbed of culture and art With a history that goes back much further than many of its neighbors in the south west Tucson boasts remarkable architecture historic neighborhoods and museums not to mention the Mission San Xavier del Bac an 18th-century mission that is still functioning Whats more the city has a distinctly Western flavor in light of pervasive Native American and Mexican influences After the sun goes down yoursquoll also find art events and bars alive with music and bonding in a comfy college-town atmosphere which means that you can capture some great shots of people simply being themselves

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DIY Wall Decorations for Kids Room

Artists start young so here we want to show how you can nurture art into a child by decorating his room so he starts seeing and valuing creativity from his early days

This DIY tutorial is so easy to do that if you have elder children you can involve them in the process of making these awsome wall hangings Make a collage in minutes that will be an impressive surprise for everyone and give you a proud piece of original artwork to hang on the wall in your kids room

For this project yoursquoll need a color printer markers scissors glue 2 pieces of ordinary cardboard and 4 equal-sized colorfull cardboards or canvas

Step 1 PrintFind some awesome characters online by either browsing clipart in the PicsArt Shop or googling cartoon images Also print out some basic colors or patterns to cut into shapes If you dont like the color of your background cardboards or canvases you can either color them with paint or print out patterns to make your backgrounds more colorful

Step 2 CutCut out your characters carefully and glue them on cardboard Now cut out the cardboard in the shape of your characters Be sure to cut out shapes for the scenery of your collage like clouds and trees There is no need to glue them on an additional cardboard if you do not want to make them look 3D

Step 3 Create 3D ElementsIdentify some parts of the animals you want to highlight like tails eyes or ears Cut out two of those parts from cardboard and glue one over the other so that the one with patterns stays on top

Step 4 GlueGlue your shapes onto 4 pieces of cardboard Start with the scenery (trees and clouds) then glue on your characters then glue on their cool colored double-layered body parts to make them stand out As a result you will have 3D-like animals or any other items you want

Step 6 Draw Parts and Write MessagesYou can draw some fine elements into your collage using ordinary colorful markers You can also write a message on your collage with a marker Your creations are now ready to make your child smile

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Danielrsquos Twisted Animal Crime LineupGreat artists know how to turn heads with their art and that is certainly the case with PicsArtist of the Month Daniel (n3cr0n0m1c0n) However when he turns heads he turns them into something else Daniel has recently unveiled a series of photos that replace the head of a human body with various animal heads - the only exception being an awesome Star Wars stormtrooper helmet

In each photo of the series Daniels body dons a different head Nevertheless he is shown wearing the same clothes - a leather jacket with a zipper that runs diagonally across his torso into the side of his collar The thing about Danielrsquos photos is that the details of their construction work really well together to create a dark artistic vision with grungy undertones

Despite this odd synergy each photo is posed with a nonchalance that seems to undermine the strangeness of it all every shot displaying the emotional expression of a criminal lineup or mugshot The body takes on a neutral stance and the animal heads stare with vacant expressions as if silently counting the seconds for the camera shutter to click so they can walk off and do something else The overall emotional effect is weird uneasy slightly comic and extremely captivating

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FEATURE Artist

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Design a Postcard that Encapsulates Summer VacationPicsArt has everything you need to create the perfect postcard using your summer photos With the right combination of masks texts and clipart you can create a professional card that perfectly captures the feelings and images of your fondest summer vacation memories

With this tutorial wersquoll show you an example of how to create a postcard step by step Yoursquoll be surprised at how easy it is to make something look so good in five easy steps

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Step 1 Upload a PhotoUpload a photo from the edit section of the main menu

TUTORIAL Design

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Step 2 Add Shape MaskSelect the Shape Mask icon from the menu bar and choose a shape mask that fits your photo best Customize the color size and opacity of the mask

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Step 3 2nd Shape MaskAdd a second Shape Mask with the same color and opacity as your previous one Reverse the mask by checking the box next to Inverse at the bottom right corner

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Step 4 Add TextPress the Text icon to add text to your postcard Add your text line by line to experiment with different fonts sizes and colors

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Step 5 Add ClipartPress the Clipart icon and choose clipart images to add that go with the theme of your postcard Customize the size and color to complete your postcard

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PicsArtist Roxyrsquos Visceral Mobile ArtThe series of abstract portraits created by PicsArtist Roxy HArt (roxyhart) are gripping Not only is her artwork raw and emotionally charged but it is rendered in a unique artistic fashion - all on her mobile phone

At times Roxy mixes her drawings with photography blending the two togehter with a variety of brush strokes and textures Roxy does not hold back when she faces inner anguish as an artist but rather injects this emotion into her work

Nevertheless some of her portraits are less jarring possessing a softer more poetic touch In these portraits her frustration gives way to melancholy as she tones down stark reds and peppers her portraits with faded yellows purples and blues

Not long ago terms like ldquomobile artrdquo were easily dismissed by the fine art mainstream but PicsArtists like Roxy prove that a tablet or smartphone can be just as powerful as a canvas and paintbrush The following collection of portraits by Roxy illustrate that even without the traditional tools mobile artwork retains emotion and authenticity

INSPIRATION Drawing

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WHATS NEW

PicsArtrsquos Exciting New Features for iOS and Android Devices

PicsArt recently released some exciting updates for Android and iOS Most of the new features were available for both platforms but they had their slight differences

The update included two new effects Dodger and Vintage Ivory The former softens your photo with pale colors and ambient lighting while the latter is inspired by vintage color palettes and resolutions but with a new whiter and brighter twist

PicsArt also gave users the ability to customize the colors of PicsArt Masks with a new Hue slider Shape masks offer the opportunity to choose from a variety of shapes to overlay on your photos and they have been made even better recently - by adding the option to customize them by texture in addition to the previously available color and opacity

For a quick fix and speedy share of an image we introduced the Auto Enhance tool which automatically brings you the basic best version of your image while still allowing you to customize in small ways

In addition to these commonly shared updates the two platforms have some differences as well iOS users can now customize their collages by adjusting the inner borders and can choose from a whole new variety of pre-made grids iOS users will also be excited about our updates in the Social Network as written tags and usernames written out in comments or photo descriptions now automatically become links to what they are referencing This will make it easier for users to discover each other as well as trending tags

Donrsquot worry Android users you have some cool stuff too We know that photo stealing has become an issue in our network so we have removed the save option for photos Now only photos that have freetoedit tag can be saved and reused by others If you do not tag your miages with that tag no one will be able to save them We hope that this will help prevent photo theft and preserve the artistic rights of our creative userbase

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A Brief Introduction to Photo History

Although photography as we know it is among the youngest of the major art forms its history can be traced back to ancient times Chinese philosopher Mo-Zi discussed the principles of a camera obscura in the 4th or 5th century BCE For two thousand years it was known as a small dark room (or box) with a tiny hole in one wall through which light shone and projected an inverted image

During the late 1500s Giambattista della Portia perfected its design by adding a convex lens to the hole making a sharper more detailed image Camera obscuras allowed artists to trace a scene in ink for a more faithful reproduction

The Early Days of Image Processing

The 18th and 19th centuries saw a multitude of methods for image processing and creation In 1727 Johann Schulze mixed chalk silver and nitric acid - a very early photosensitive compound - noting that one side of the flask darkened when exposed to sunlight In 1816 Joseph Niceacutephore Nieacutepce created the worlds first photograph by coating a metal plate in a silver chloride solution and exposing it to light for 8 hours However he did not discover a way of permanently fixing

the image for another decadeWilliam Henry Fox Talbot applied Nieacutepces recipe to paper in 1834 fixing the images with a salt solution and eventually patenting the first paper negative as the ldquoCalotyperdquo in 1841

Meanwhile Louis Daguerre was creating the Daguerrotype by coating copper sheets in silver iodide creating a metal negative which he developed in a solution of mercury These two inventions lead to the creation of photography To that end on August 19 1839 the French government publicly acknowledged the invention of photography

The first glass negative was made by Frederick Scott Archer in 1851 using a wet plate collodion process During the 1850s the tintype photograph emerged this made the negative image appear positive by exposing it onto a dark-coloured metal sheet coated with collodion which made the shadows appear light and the highlights dark

In 1861 James Clerk-Maxwell realized that he could photograph a scene three times through a red blue and green filter and project the images on top of each other to create a full-colour image

Finally in 1871 Richard Leach Maddox suspended the silver solution in gelatin creating the dry emulsion which sent photography skyrocketing It was applied first to glass negatives but would later find its way onto the thin plastic film that made photography possible for the public at large

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The Photographic Boom

By 1878 glass plate negatives were being manufactured commercially and in 1880 George Eastman opened what would become the Eastman-Kodak company Within ten years he was producing roll film and in 1900 released the first personal camera the Kodak Brownie In 1907 the Lumiegravere Brothers released the first commercial colour film

Oscar Barnack working for Leitz microscopes pushed camera invention forward in 1914 with the first 35mm camera which was improved upon and released in 1924 as the first Leica camera 1936 saw the introduction of the modern SLR (single-lens reflex camera) as well as the legendary Kodachrome film which finally made colour photography popular Polaroid would release instant black-and-white film in 1948 followed by the colour version in 1963

Students from the Emerson School for GirlsSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

Medium Daguerreotype

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Unidentified Woman in Nine Oval ViewsSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

Medium Daguerreotype

PicsArt Monthly | 77

The Digital Takeover

The first digital camera was invented in 1975 by Steve Sasson of Kodak using CCD sensor technology invented by Willard Boyle and George Smith in 1969 The birth of auto focus came with Minoltas Maxxum in 1985 paving the way for the worlds first commercially-available digital SLR ndash Kodaks 13 megapixel DCS-100 which sold in 1991 for $30000 USD Eight years later Nikon would wrestle away Kodaks dominance of the photo industry with the release of the D1 a 27MP model which went for a comparatively modest $6000

In 2003 Canon released the Digital Rebel the first consumer-level DSLR with a price tag under $1000 followed two years later by the first full-frame digital camera the 5D

Adobe hopped on the digital wave with the creation of Photoshop in 1990

A decade later the first camera phone was developed by Sharp in the early years of the new millennium Kodak ceased all production of film cameras in 2004 and even though the variety has been pared down they continue to produce film for the die-hard analog market

In the past ten years the major camera companies have focused their research and development almost entirely on improving their digital technology which has now begun to plateau The possibilities for future ingenuity now lay wide open with endless photographic possibilities waiting just over the horizon

The Reading EstablishmentAttributed to William Henry Fox Talbot (British 1800ndash1877)

Medium Salted paper prints from paper negatives

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Lola MontezSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

Medium Daguerreotype

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Lemuel ShawSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

Medium Daguerreotype

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Louis-Jacques-Mandeacute DaguerreJohn Jabez Edwin Mayall (British Oldham Lancashire 1813ndash1901 West Sussex)

Medium Albumen silver print from glass negative

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View Down Brattle Street from the Southworth amp Hawes Studio at 5 12 Tremont Row Boston

Southworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)Medium Daguerreotype

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Interview with Celebrity Photographer Jason Bell Having shot for publications like Vanity Fair Vogue photographed royals and had some of his work submitted into Britainrsquos National Portrait Gallery Jason Bell has cemented his place as one of the foremost portrait photographers of his generation He has published four books and received more accolades than we have room to mention In any case Jasonrsquos work is the gold-standard when it comes to peering past the face and into the soul of subject model or celebrity His work has fascinated us for some time so we interviewed him to learn more about his work and career

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INERVIEW

All images by and copyright of Jason Bell

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How did you become a photographer

I just always was I took pictures a lot as a child and then when I was at school I was given the keys to the school dark room which I remember finding a magical place It just carried on from there

You actually studied Politics Philosophy and Economics at Oxford and as of today you have photographed some of the most powerful individuals on earth from presidents to royals Is there a correlation there

I am a strong believer in researching the people I photograph so I think it helps that my education has given me an understanding of what some of them do

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What was it like to take the official christening photographs of Prince George

It was an honour to be asked Everyone kept telling me beforehand how nervous I would be and that I must be so stressed But I actually felt very relaxed throughout They gave me all the time I needed to prepare and were very friendly and relaxed I enjoyed it

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Many of your photos are part of the permanent collection of the National Portrait Gallery the United Kingdomrsquos official gallery for portraits of historical British people Your work is national history How does this feel

I try not to think of it in those terms but more about what I want to say about the person Irsquom photographing or what I can encourage them to reveal

Are there any portraits of yours in the National Portrait Gallery that stand out as favourites

My favourites tend to be favourites because they are people I have felt a particular connection with or even become friends with I try to do that with everyone I photograph but obviously it happens with some people more than others

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Yoursquove captured a lot of artists and entertainers as well What is it like photographing celebrities

I am lucky in that I photographed some famous people very early on in my career so I got used to it very quickly and it is not something that I find difficult to deal with at all now They are just people like everybody else and usually enjoy being treated as such

You did the movie posters for modern British classic like Billy Elliot and Love Actually How is shooting a movie poster different from capturing a portrait

It tends to be much more art directed so I have less freedom to just do what I want and have to follow a brief more carefully In those instances I try to follow that brief and then give them something in addition that they maybe didnrsquot know they wanted

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Have you ever photographed someone who had maybe been a role model of some kind for you or maybe just admired greatly

Yes - very early on in my career I was sent to Iceland to photograph Bjork I had been listening to that first album of hers all summer and so was a bit of a fan It actually kind of got in the way initially me being a fan and I had to get past that as quickly as possible to find the person I wanted to photograph

What was the most surreal moment you ever experienced during a photography shoot

I was shooting a campaign for the Royal Opera House of a Chinese opera singer called Liping Zhang in a beautiful area near the Mongolian border We were assured the weather would be OK since it was late spring but a freak snowstorm came through so we were all freezing and inappropriately dressed and we had to bundle her up in Chinese army coats to keep her warm and at the last moment there was so much snow we couldnrsquot even drive her to the spot where I wanted to photograph her so in order to get her there we had to rent a camel to put her on

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What advice would you give to amatuer photographers

Many of the students and amateurs who come to see me show me a little bit of everything That is unlikely to get you commissioned when you are starting out So I think itrsquos better to concentrate on one thing and do it very well at the beginning and then when that goes well you can branch out

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Bewitched by BlightA building in ruins hangs together by what seems like threads One of the upper floors sags precariously just inches above the head of a young woman who strolls absent-mindedly with a teddy-bear in hand It seems possible that at any moment the whole structure could come crashing down Lady Luck we presume

Danny Aguirre (danny-aguirre-142) is the PicsArtist responsible for this Photo of the Month entitled Lady Luck Aguirre edited this image to perfection transplanting a young lively and vibrant woman into a world of decay In this manner the photo speaks to us through contrast

Darkly lit ruins once full of life now sit forgotten surrounded by sick yellow skies The deteriorating building bears down on an unwary and carefree youth (Lady Luck) ambling at the mercy of its behemonth broken structure In this peculiar and eerie scene Aguirre captivates his audience while conveying the promise of the unexpected

In an ever-changing world Aguirre has captured the aesthetic beauty of a building that has passed its prime However in its old age the building has become something else entirely a peculiar and curious space open to imaginative interpretation This is perhaps the luck that the young lady pictured in the image and Aguirres audience have stumbled upon an unexpected opportunity to reflect on the present in light of the past Through his creative vision Aguirre allows us to study ourselves and the physical structures we leave behind for future generations

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A Photographerrsquos Guide to the US

The most unique shots in America and where to get them

Kelso San Dunes Mojave Desert

If yoursquore looking for a unique photography opportunity head for the Kelso Sand Dunes - mountainous piles of sand that seem to spring up from nowhere in the middle of the Mojave Desert The tallest dunes can rise up to 650 feet above the surrounding terrain In this setting a well-timed hike might allow you photograph the sunset from a phenomenal vantage point A couple words of caution be sure to take a flashlight in order to get back to your car and never go alone

If you donrsquot make it to the sand dunes dont despair The spectacular darkness of the Mojave desert translates into spectacular nighttime photography With almost no ambient light (apart from the stars and the vague glow over the horizon coming from Las Vegas) the Mojave is the perfect place to experiment with time lapse night shots and double exposures This is a surefire way to snap some fantastic shots

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The Redwood Forests California

If you drive down the west coast of California on Route 1 yoursquoll suddenly find yourself in a magical landscape of trees so tall that you feel like a tiny critter The redwood forests in California are truly a sight to behold and the deep ochre of the tree barks is spectacular to see

Driving through this area is fantastic but make sure that you park up and go exploring with your camera This is one of the best places for nature photography The way the light streams through the canopy in the late afternoon is nothing short of breathtaking a must see for every photographer

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Tucson Arizona

Tucson may not seem like a photographerrsquos haven and if you visit in July when the temperatures soar to over 100 degrees Fahrenheit it certainly wonrsquot feel like it either However the landscape of this often-forgotten city makes for some truly breathtaking sunsets and sunrises where flat land gives way to gorgeous mountains ensconced by sunlight

If you visit Tucson youll also find that it is an unlikely hotbed of culture and art With a history that goes back much further than many of its neighbors in the south west Tucson boasts remarkable architecture historic neighborhoods and museums not to mention the Mission San Xavier del Bac an 18th-century mission that is still functioning Whats more the city has a distinctly Western flavor in light of pervasive Native American and Mexican influences After the sun goes down yoursquoll also find art events and bars alive with music and bonding in a comfy college-town atmosphere which means that you can capture some great shots of people simply being themselves

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DIY Wall Decorations for Kids Room

Artists start young so here we want to show how you can nurture art into a child by decorating his room so he starts seeing and valuing creativity from his early days

This DIY tutorial is so easy to do that if you have elder children you can involve them in the process of making these awsome wall hangings Make a collage in minutes that will be an impressive surprise for everyone and give you a proud piece of original artwork to hang on the wall in your kids room

For this project yoursquoll need a color printer markers scissors glue 2 pieces of ordinary cardboard and 4 equal-sized colorfull cardboards or canvas

Step 1 PrintFind some awesome characters online by either browsing clipart in the PicsArt Shop or googling cartoon images Also print out some basic colors or patterns to cut into shapes If you dont like the color of your background cardboards or canvases you can either color them with paint or print out patterns to make your backgrounds more colorful

Step 2 CutCut out your characters carefully and glue them on cardboard Now cut out the cardboard in the shape of your characters Be sure to cut out shapes for the scenery of your collage like clouds and trees There is no need to glue them on an additional cardboard if you do not want to make them look 3D

Step 3 Create 3D ElementsIdentify some parts of the animals you want to highlight like tails eyes or ears Cut out two of those parts from cardboard and glue one over the other so that the one with patterns stays on top

Step 4 GlueGlue your shapes onto 4 pieces of cardboard Start with the scenery (trees and clouds) then glue on your characters then glue on their cool colored double-layered body parts to make them stand out As a result you will have 3D-like animals or any other items you want

Step 6 Draw Parts and Write MessagesYou can draw some fine elements into your collage using ordinary colorful markers You can also write a message on your collage with a marker Your creations are now ready to make your child smile

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Danielrsquos Twisted Animal Crime LineupGreat artists know how to turn heads with their art and that is certainly the case with PicsArtist of the Month Daniel (n3cr0n0m1c0n) However when he turns heads he turns them into something else Daniel has recently unveiled a series of photos that replace the head of a human body with various animal heads - the only exception being an awesome Star Wars stormtrooper helmet

In each photo of the series Daniels body dons a different head Nevertheless he is shown wearing the same clothes - a leather jacket with a zipper that runs diagonally across his torso into the side of his collar The thing about Danielrsquos photos is that the details of their construction work really well together to create a dark artistic vision with grungy undertones

Despite this odd synergy each photo is posed with a nonchalance that seems to undermine the strangeness of it all every shot displaying the emotional expression of a criminal lineup or mugshot The body takes on a neutral stance and the animal heads stare with vacant expressions as if silently counting the seconds for the camera shutter to click so they can walk off and do something else The overall emotional effect is weird uneasy slightly comic and extremely captivating

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Step 1 Upload a PhotoUpload a photo from the edit section of the main menu

TUTORIAL Design

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Step 2 Add Shape MaskSelect the Shape Mask icon from the menu bar and choose a shape mask that fits your photo best Customize the color size and opacity of the mask

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Step 3 2nd Shape MaskAdd a second Shape Mask with the same color and opacity as your previous one Reverse the mask by checking the box next to Inverse at the bottom right corner

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Step 4 Add TextPress the Text icon to add text to your postcard Add your text line by line to experiment with different fonts sizes and colors

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Step 5 Add ClipartPress the Clipart icon and choose clipart images to add that go with the theme of your postcard Customize the size and color to complete your postcard

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PicsArtist Roxyrsquos Visceral Mobile ArtThe series of abstract portraits created by PicsArtist Roxy HArt (roxyhart) are gripping Not only is her artwork raw and emotionally charged but it is rendered in a unique artistic fashion - all on her mobile phone

At times Roxy mixes her drawings with photography blending the two togehter with a variety of brush strokes and textures Roxy does not hold back when she faces inner anguish as an artist but rather injects this emotion into her work

Nevertheless some of her portraits are less jarring possessing a softer more poetic touch In these portraits her frustration gives way to melancholy as she tones down stark reds and peppers her portraits with faded yellows purples and blues

Not long ago terms like ldquomobile artrdquo were easily dismissed by the fine art mainstream but PicsArtists like Roxy prove that a tablet or smartphone can be just as powerful as a canvas and paintbrush The following collection of portraits by Roxy illustrate that even without the traditional tools mobile artwork retains emotion and authenticity

INSPIRATION Drawing

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WHATS NEW

PicsArtrsquos Exciting New Features for iOS and Android Devices

PicsArt recently released some exciting updates for Android and iOS Most of the new features were available for both platforms but they had their slight differences

The update included two new effects Dodger and Vintage Ivory The former softens your photo with pale colors and ambient lighting while the latter is inspired by vintage color palettes and resolutions but with a new whiter and brighter twist

PicsArt also gave users the ability to customize the colors of PicsArt Masks with a new Hue slider Shape masks offer the opportunity to choose from a variety of shapes to overlay on your photos and they have been made even better recently - by adding the option to customize them by texture in addition to the previously available color and opacity

For a quick fix and speedy share of an image we introduced the Auto Enhance tool which automatically brings you the basic best version of your image while still allowing you to customize in small ways

In addition to these commonly shared updates the two platforms have some differences as well iOS users can now customize their collages by adjusting the inner borders and can choose from a whole new variety of pre-made grids iOS users will also be excited about our updates in the Social Network as written tags and usernames written out in comments or photo descriptions now automatically become links to what they are referencing This will make it easier for users to discover each other as well as trending tags

Donrsquot worry Android users you have some cool stuff too We know that photo stealing has become an issue in our network so we have removed the save option for photos Now only photos that have freetoedit tag can be saved and reused by others If you do not tag your miages with that tag no one will be able to save them We hope that this will help prevent photo theft and preserve the artistic rights of our creative userbase

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A Brief Introduction to Photo History

Although photography as we know it is among the youngest of the major art forms its history can be traced back to ancient times Chinese philosopher Mo-Zi discussed the principles of a camera obscura in the 4th or 5th century BCE For two thousand years it was known as a small dark room (or box) with a tiny hole in one wall through which light shone and projected an inverted image

During the late 1500s Giambattista della Portia perfected its design by adding a convex lens to the hole making a sharper more detailed image Camera obscuras allowed artists to trace a scene in ink for a more faithful reproduction

The Early Days of Image Processing

The 18th and 19th centuries saw a multitude of methods for image processing and creation In 1727 Johann Schulze mixed chalk silver and nitric acid - a very early photosensitive compound - noting that one side of the flask darkened when exposed to sunlight In 1816 Joseph Niceacutephore Nieacutepce created the worlds first photograph by coating a metal plate in a silver chloride solution and exposing it to light for 8 hours However he did not discover a way of permanently fixing

the image for another decadeWilliam Henry Fox Talbot applied Nieacutepces recipe to paper in 1834 fixing the images with a salt solution and eventually patenting the first paper negative as the ldquoCalotyperdquo in 1841

Meanwhile Louis Daguerre was creating the Daguerrotype by coating copper sheets in silver iodide creating a metal negative which he developed in a solution of mercury These two inventions lead to the creation of photography To that end on August 19 1839 the French government publicly acknowledged the invention of photography

The first glass negative was made by Frederick Scott Archer in 1851 using a wet plate collodion process During the 1850s the tintype photograph emerged this made the negative image appear positive by exposing it onto a dark-coloured metal sheet coated with collodion which made the shadows appear light and the highlights dark

In 1861 James Clerk-Maxwell realized that he could photograph a scene three times through a red blue and green filter and project the images on top of each other to create a full-colour image

Finally in 1871 Richard Leach Maddox suspended the silver solution in gelatin creating the dry emulsion which sent photography skyrocketing It was applied first to glass negatives but would later find its way onto the thin plastic film that made photography possible for the public at large

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The Photographic Boom

By 1878 glass plate negatives were being manufactured commercially and in 1880 George Eastman opened what would become the Eastman-Kodak company Within ten years he was producing roll film and in 1900 released the first personal camera the Kodak Brownie In 1907 the Lumiegravere Brothers released the first commercial colour film

Oscar Barnack working for Leitz microscopes pushed camera invention forward in 1914 with the first 35mm camera which was improved upon and released in 1924 as the first Leica camera 1936 saw the introduction of the modern SLR (single-lens reflex camera) as well as the legendary Kodachrome film which finally made colour photography popular Polaroid would release instant black-and-white film in 1948 followed by the colour version in 1963

Students from the Emerson School for GirlsSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

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Unidentified Woman in Nine Oval ViewsSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

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The Digital Takeover

The first digital camera was invented in 1975 by Steve Sasson of Kodak using CCD sensor technology invented by Willard Boyle and George Smith in 1969 The birth of auto focus came with Minoltas Maxxum in 1985 paving the way for the worlds first commercially-available digital SLR ndash Kodaks 13 megapixel DCS-100 which sold in 1991 for $30000 USD Eight years later Nikon would wrestle away Kodaks dominance of the photo industry with the release of the D1 a 27MP model which went for a comparatively modest $6000

In 2003 Canon released the Digital Rebel the first consumer-level DSLR with a price tag under $1000 followed two years later by the first full-frame digital camera the 5D

Adobe hopped on the digital wave with the creation of Photoshop in 1990

A decade later the first camera phone was developed by Sharp in the early years of the new millennium Kodak ceased all production of film cameras in 2004 and even though the variety has been pared down they continue to produce film for the die-hard analog market

In the past ten years the major camera companies have focused their research and development almost entirely on improving their digital technology which has now begun to plateau The possibilities for future ingenuity now lay wide open with endless photographic possibilities waiting just over the horizon

The Reading EstablishmentAttributed to William Henry Fox Talbot (British 1800ndash1877)

Medium Salted paper prints from paper negatives

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Lola MontezSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

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Lemuel ShawSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

Medium Daguerreotype

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Louis-Jacques-Mandeacute DaguerreJohn Jabez Edwin Mayall (British Oldham Lancashire 1813ndash1901 West Sussex)

Medium Albumen silver print from glass negative

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View Down Brattle Street from the Southworth amp Hawes Studio at 5 12 Tremont Row Boston

Southworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)Medium Daguerreotype

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Interview with Celebrity Photographer Jason Bell Having shot for publications like Vanity Fair Vogue photographed royals and had some of his work submitted into Britainrsquos National Portrait Gallery Jason Bell has cemented his place as one of the foremost portrait photographers of his generation He has published four books and received more accolades than we have room to mention In any case Jasonrsquos work is the gold-standard when it comes to peering past the face and into the soul of subject model or celebrity His work has fascinated us for some time so we interviewed him to learn more about his work and career

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INERVIEW

All images by and copyright of Jason Bell

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How did you become a photographer

I just always was I took pictures a lot as a child and then when I was at school I was given the keys to the school dark room which I remember finding a magical place It just carried on from there

You actually studied Politics Philosophy and Economics at Oxford and as of today you have photographed some of the most powerful individuals on earth from presidents to royals Is there a correlation there

I am a strong believer in researching the people I photograph so I think it helps that my education has given me an understanding of what some of them do

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What was it like to take the official christening photographs of Prince George

It was an honour to be asked Everyone kept telling me beforehand how nervous I would be and that I must be so stressed But I actually felt very relaxed throughout They gave me all the time I needed to prepare and were very friendly and relaxed I enjoyed it

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Many of your photos are part of the permanent collection of the National Portrait Gallery the United Kingdomrsquos official gallery for portraits of historical British people Your work is national history How does this feel

I try not to think of it in those terms but more about what I want to say about the person Irsquom photographing or what I can encourage them to reveal

Are there any portraits of yours in the National Portrait Gallery that stand out as favourites

My favourites tend to be favourites because they are people I have felt a particular connection with or even become friends with I try to do that with everyone I photograph but obviously it happens with some people more than others

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Yoursquove captured a lot of artists and entertainers as well What is it like photographing celebrities

I am lucky in that I photographed some famous people very early on in my career so I got used to it very quickly and it is not something that I find difficult to deal with at all now They are just people like everybody else and usually enjoy being treated as such

You did the movie posters for modern British classic like Billy Elliot and Love Actually How is shooting a movie poster different from capturing a portrait

It tends to be much more art directed so I have less freedom to just do what I want and have to follow a brief more carefully In those instances I try to follow that brief and then give them something in addition that they maybe didnrsquot know they wanted

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Have you ever photographed someone who had maybe been a role model of some kind for you or maybe just admired greatly

Yes - very early on in my career I was sent to Iceland to photograph Bjork I had been listening to that first album of hers all summer and so was a bit of a fan It actually kind of got in the way initially me being a fan and I had to get past that as quickly as possible to find the person I wanted to photograph

What was the most surreal moment you ever experienced during a photography shoot

I was shooting a campaign for the Royal Opera House of a Chinese opera singer called Liping Zhang in a beautiful area near the Mongolian border We were assured the weather would be OK since it was late spring but a freak snowstorm came through so we were all freezing and inappropriately dressed and we had to bundle her up in Chinese army coats to keep her warm and at the last moment there was so much snow we couldnrsquot even drive her to the spot where I wanted to photograph her so in order to get her there we had to rent a camel to put her on

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What advice would you give to amatuer photographers

Many of the students and amateurs who come to see me show me a little bit of everything That is unlikely to get you commissioned when you are starting out So I think itrsquos better to concentrate on one thing and do it very well at the beginning and then when that goes well you can branch out

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Bewitched by BlightA building in ruins hangs together by what seems like threads One of the upper floors sags precariously just inches above the head of a young woman who strolls absent-mindedly with a teddy-bear in hand It seems possible that at any moment the whole structure could come crashing down Lady Luck we presume

Danny Aguirre (danny-aguirre-142) is the PicsArtist responsible for this Photo of the Month entitled Lady Luck Aguirre edited this image to perfection transplanting a young lively and vibrant woman into a world of decay In this manner the photo speaks to us through contrast

Darkly lit ruins once full of life now sit forgotten surrounded by sick yellow skies The deteriorating building bears down on an unwary and carefree youth (Lady Luck) ambling at the mercy of its behemonth broken structure In this peculiar and eerie scene Aguirre captivates his audience while conveying the promise of the unexpected

In an ever-changing world Aguirre has captured the aesthetic beauty of a building that has passed its prime However in its old age the building has become something else entirely a peculiar and curious space open to imaginative interpretation This is perhaps the luck that the young lady pictured in the image and Aguirres audience have stumbled upon an unexpected opportunity to reflect on the present in light of the past Through his creative vision Aguirre allows us to study ourselves and the physical structures we leave behind for future generations

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A Photographerrsquos Guide to the US

The most unique shots in America and where to get them

Kelso San Dunes Mojave Desert

If yoursquore looking for a unique photography opportunity head for the Kelso Sand Dunes - mountainous piles of sand that seem to spring up from nowhere in the middle of the Mojave Desert The tallest dunes can rise up to 650 feet above the surrounding terrain In this setting a well-timed hike might allow you photograph the sunset from a phenomenal vantage point A couple words of caution be sure to take a flashlight in order to get back to your car and never go alone

If you donrsquot make it to the sand dunes dont despair The spectacular darkness of the Mojave desert translates into spectacular nighttime photography With almost no ambient light (apart from the stars and the vague glow over the horizon coming from Las Vegas) the Mojave is the perfect place to experiment with time lapse night shots and double exposures This is a surefire way to snap some fantastic shots

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The Redwood Forests California

If you drive down the west coast of California on Route 1 yoursquoll suddenly find yourself in a magical landscape of trees so tall that you feel like a tiny critter The redwood forests in California are truly a sight to behold and the deep ochre of the tree barks is spectacular to see

Driving through this area is fantastic but make sure that you park up and go exploring with your camera This is one of the best places for nature photography The way the light streams through the canopy in the late afternoon is nothing short of breathtaking a must see for every photographer

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Tucson Arizona

Tucson may not seem like a photographerrsquos haven and if you visit in July when the temperatures soar to over 100 degrees Fahrenheit it certainly wonrsquot feel like it either However the landscape of this often-forgotten city makes for some truly breathtaking sunsets and sunrises where flat land gives way to gorgeous mountains ensconced by sunlight

If you visit Tucson youll also find that it is an unlikely hotbed of culture and art With a history that goes back much further than many of its neighbors in the south west Tucson boasts remarkable architecture historic neighborhoods and museums not to mention the Mission San Xavier del Bac an 18th-century mission that is still functioning Whats more the city has a distinctly Western flavor in light of pervasive Native American and Mexican influences After the sun goes down yoursquoll also find art events and bars alive with music and bonding in a comfy college-town atmosphere which means that you can capture some great shots of people simply being themselves

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DIY Wall Decorations for Kids Room

Artists start young so here we want to show how you can nurture art into a child by decorating his room so he starts seeing and valuing creativity from his early days

This DIY tutorial is so easy to do that if you have elder children you can involve them in the process of making these awsome wall hangings Make a collage in minutes that will be an impressive surprise for everyone and give you a proud piece of original artwork to hang on the wall in your kids room

For this project yoursquoll need a color printer markers scissors glue 2 pieces of ordinary cardboard and 4 equal-sized colorfull cardboards or canvas

Step 1 PrintFind some awesome characters online by either browsing clipart in the PicsArt Shop or googling cartoon images Also print out some basic colors or patterns to cut into shapes If you dont like the color of your background cardboards or canvases you can either color them with paint or print out patterns to make your backgrounds more colorful

Step 2 CutCut out your characters carefully and glue them on cardboard Now cut out the cardboard in the shape of your characters Be sure to cut out shapes for the scenery of your collage like clouds and trees There is no need to glue them on an additional cardboard if you do not want to make them look 3D

Step 3 Create 3D ElementsIdentify some parts of the animals you want to highlight like tails eyes or ears Cut out two of those parts from cardboard and glue one over the other so that the one with patterns stays on top

Step 4 GlueGlue your shapes onto 4 pieces of cardboard Start with the scenery (trees and clouds) then glue on your characters then glue on their cool colored double-layered body parts to make them stand out As a result you will have 3D-like animals or any other items you want

Step 6 Draw Parts and Write MessagesYou can draw some fine elements into your collage using ordinary colorful markers You can also write a message on your collage with a marker Your creations are now ready to make your child smile

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Danielrsquos Twisted Animal Crime LineupGreat artists know how to turn heads with their art and that is certainly the case with PicsArtist of the Month Daniel (n3cr0n0m1c0n) However when he turns heads he turns them into something else Daniel has recently unveiled a series of photos that replace the head of a human body with various animal heads - the only exception being an awesome Star Wars stormtrooper helmet

In each photo of the series Daniels body dons a different head Nevertheless he is shown wearing the same clothes - a leather jacket with a zipper that runs diagonally across his torso into the side of his collar The thing about Danielrsquos photos is that the details of their construction work really well together to create a dark artistic vision with grungy undertones

Despite this odd synergy each photo is posed with a nonchalance that seems to undermine the strangeness of it all every shot displaying the emotional expression of a criminal lineup or mugshot The body takes on a neutral stance and the animal heads stare with vacant expressions as if silently counting the seconds for the camera shutter to click so they can walk off and do something else The overall emotional effect is weird uneasy slightly comic and extremely captivating

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Step 2 Add Shape MaskSelect the Shape Mask icon from the menu bar and choose a shape mask that fits your photo best Customize the color size and opacity of the mask

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Step 3 2nd Shape MaskAdd a second Shape Mask with the same color and opacity as your previous one Reverse the mask by checking the box next to Inverse at the bottom right corner

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Step 4 Add TextPress the Text icon to add text to your postcard Add your text line by line to experiment with different fonts sizes and colors

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Step 5 Add ClipartPress the Clipart icon and choose clipart images to add that go with the theme of your postcard Customize the size and color to complete your postcard

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PicsArtist Roxyrsquos Visceral Mobile ArtThe series of abstract portraits created by PicsArtist Roxy HArt (roxyhart) are gripping Not only is her artwork raw and emotionally charged but it is rendered in a unique artistic fashion - all on her mobile phone

At times Roxy mixes her drawings with photography blending the two togehter with a variety of brush strokes and textures Roxy does not hold back when she faces inner anguish as an artist but rather injects this emotion into her work

Nevertheless some of her portraits are less jarring possessing a softer more poetic touch In these portraits her frustration gives way to melancholy as she tones down stark reds and peppers her portraits with faded yellows purples and blues

Not long ago terms like ldquomobile artrdquo were easily dismissed by the fine art mainstream but PicsArtists like Roxy prove that a tablet or smartphone can be just as powerful as a canvas and paintbrush The following collection of portraits by Roxy illustrate that even without the traditional tools mobile artwork retains emotion and authenticity

INSPIRATION Drawing

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WHATS NEW

PicsArtrsquos Exciting New Features for iOS and Android Devices

PicsArt recently released some exciting updates for Android and iOS Most of the new features were available for both platforms but they had their slight differences

The update included two new effects Dodger and Vintage Ivory The former softens your photo with pale colors and ambient lighting while the latter is inspired by vintage color palettes and resolutions but with a new whiter and brighter twist

PicsArt also gave users the ability to customize the colors of PicsArt Masks with a new Hue slider Shape masks offer the opportunity to choose from a variety of shapes to overlay on your photos and they have been made even better recently - by adding the option to customize them by texture in addition to the previously available color and opacity

For a quick fix and speedy share of an image we introduced the Auto Enhance tool which automatically brings you the basic best version of your image while still allowing you to customize in small ways

In addition to these commonly shared updates the two platforms have some differences as well iOS users can now customize their collages by adjusting the inner borders and can choose from a whole new variety of pre-made grids iOS users will also be excited about our updates in the Social Network as written tags and usernames written out in comments or photo descriptions now automatically become links to what they are referencing This will make it easier for users to discover each other as well as trending tags

Donrsquot worry Android users you have some cool stuff too We know that photo stealing has become an issue in our network so we have removed the save option for photos Now only photos that have freetoedit tag can be saved and reused by others If you do not tag your miages with that tag no one will be able to save them We hope that this will help prevent photo theft and preserve the artistic rights of our creative userbase

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A Brief Introduction to Photo History

Although photography as we know it is among the youngest of the major art forms its history can be traced back to ancient times Chinese philosopher Mo-Zi discussed the principles of a camera obscura in the 4th or 5th century BCE For two thousand years it was known as a small dark room (or box) with a tiny hole in one wall through which light shone and projected an inverted image

During the late 1500s Giambattista della Portia perfected its design by adding a convex lens to the hole making a sharper more detailed image Camera obscuras allowed artists to trace a scene in ink for a more faithful reproduction

The Early Days of Image Processing

The 18th and 19th centuries saw a multitude of methods for image processing and creation In 1727 Johann Schulze mixed chalk silver and nitric acid - a very early photosensitive compound - noting that one side of the flask darkened when exposed to sunlight In 1816 Joseph Niceacutephore Nieacutepce created the worlds first photograph by coating a metal plate in a silver chloride solution and exposing it to light for 8 hours However he did not discover a way of permanently fixing

the image for another decadeWilliam Henry Fox Talbot applied Nieacutepces recipe to paper in 1834 fixing the images with a salt solution and eventually patenting the first paper negative as the ldquoCalotyperdquo in 1841

Meanwhile Louis Daguerre was creating the Daguerrotype by coating copper sheets in silver iodide creating a metal negative which he developed in a solution of mercury These two inventions lead to the creation of photography To that end on August 19 1839 the French government publicly acknowledged the invention of photography

The first glass negative was made by Frederick Scott Archer in 1851 using a wet plate collodion process During the 1850s the tintype photograph emerged this made the negative image appear positive by exposing it onto a dark-coloured metal sheet coated with collodion which made the shadows appear light and the highlights dark

In 1861 James Clerk-Maxwell realized that he could photograph a scene three times through a red blue and green filter and project the images on top of each other to create a full-colour image

Finally in 1871 Richard Leach Maddox suspended the silver solution in gelatin creating the dry emulsion which sent photography skyrocketing It was applied first to glass negatives but would later find its way onto the thin plastic film that made photography possible for the public at large

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The Photographic Boom

By 1878 glass plate negatives were being manufactured commercially and in 1880 George Eastman opened what would become the Eastman-Kodak company Within ten years he was producing roll film and in 1900 released the first personal camera the Kodak Brownie In 1907 the Lumiegravere Brothers released the first commercial colour film

Oscar Barnack working for Leitz microscopes pushed camera invention forward in 1914 with the first 35mm camera which was improved upon and released in 1924 as the first Leica camera 1936 saw the introduction of the modern SLR (single-lens reflex camera) as well as the legendary Kodachrome film which finally made colour photography popular Polaroid would release instant black-and-white film in 1948 followed by the colour version in 1963

Students from the Emerson School for GirlsSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

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Unidentified Woman in Nine Oval ViewsSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

Medium Daguerreotype

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The Digital Takeover

The first digital camera was invented in 1975 by Steve Sasson of Kodak using CCD sensor technology invented by Willard Boyle and George Smith in 1969 The birth of auto focus came with Minoltas Maxxum in 1985 paving the way for the worlds first commercially-available digital SLR ndash Kodaks 13 megapixel DCS-100 which sold in 1991 for $30000 USD Eight years later Nikon would wrestle away Kodaks dominance of the photo industry with the release of the D1 a 27MP model which went for a comparatively modest $6000

In 2003 Canon released the Digital Rebel the first consumer-level DSLR with a price tag under $1000 followed two years later by the first full-frame digital camera the 5D

Adobe hopped on the digital wave with the creation of Photoshop in 1990

A decade later the first camera phone was developed by Sharp in the early years of the new millennium Kodak ceased all production of film cameras in 2004 and even though the variety has been pared down they continue to produce film for the die-hard analog market

In the past ten years the major camera companies have focused their research and development almost entirely on improving their digital technology which has now begun to plateau The possibilities for future ingenuity now lay wide open with endless photographic possibilities waiting just over the horizon

The Reading EstablishmentAttributed to William Henry Fox Talbot (British 1800ndash1877)

Medium Salted paper prints from paper negatives

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Lola MontezSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

Medium Daguerreotype

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Lemuel ShawSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

Medium Daguerreotype

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Louis-Jacques-Mandeacute DaguerreJohn Jabez Edwin Mayall (British Oldham Lancashire 1813ndash1901 West Sussex)

Medium Albumen silver print from glass negative

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View Down Brattle Street from the Southworth amp Hawes Studio at 5 12 Tremont Row Boston

Southworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)Medium Daguerreotype

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Interview with Celebrity Photographer Jason Bell Having shot for publications like Vanity Fair Vogue photographed royals and had some of his work submitted into Britainrsquos National Portrait Gallery Jason Bell has cemented his place as one of the foremost portrait photographers of his generation He has published four books and received more accolades than we have room to mention In any case Jasonrsquos work is the gold-standard when it comes to peering past the face and into the soul of subject model or celebrity His work has fascinated us for some time so we interviewed him to learn more about his work and career

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INERVIEW

All images by and copyright of Jason Bell

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How did you become a photographer

I just always was I took pictures a lot as a child and then when I was at school I was given the keys to the school dark room which I remember finding a magical place It just carried on from there

You actually studied Politics Philosophy and Economics at Oxford and as of today you have photographed some of the most powerful individuals on earth from presidents to royals Is there a correlation there

I am a strong believer in researching the people I photograph so I think it helps that my education has given me an understanding of what some of them do

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What was it like to take the official christening photographs of Prince George

It was an honour to be asked Everyone kept telling me beforehand how nervous I would be and that I must be so stressed But I actually felt very relaxed throughout They gave me all the time I needed to prepare and were very friendly and relaxed I enjoyed it

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Many of your photos are part of the permanent collection of the National Portrait Gallery the United Kingdomrsquos official gallery for portraits of historical British people Your work is national history How does this feel

I try not to think of it in those terms but more about what I want to say about the person Irsquom photographing or what I can encourage them to reveal

Are there any portraits of yours in the National Portrait Gallery that stand out as favourites

My favourites tend to be favourites because they are people I have felt a particular connection with or even become friends with I try to do that with everyone I photograph but obviously it happens with some people more than others

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Yoursquove captured a lot of artists and entertainers as well What is it like photographing celebrities

I am lucky in that I photographed some famous people very early on in my career so I got used to it very quickly and it is not something that I find difficult to deal with at all now They are just people like everybody else and usually enjoy being treated as such

You did the movie posters for modern British classic like Billy Elliot and Love Actually How is shooting a movie poster different from capturing a portrait

It tends to be much more art directed so I have less freedom to just do what I want and have to follow a brief more carefully In those instances I try to follow that brief and then give them something in addition that they maybe didnrsquot know they wanted

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Have you ever photographed someone who had maybe been a role model of some kind for you or maybe just admired greatly

Yes - very early on in my career I was sent to Iceland to photograph Bjork I had been listening to that first album of hers all summer and so was a bit of a fan It actually kind of got in the way initially me being a fan and I had to get past that as quickly as possible to find the person I wanted to photograph

What was the most surreal moment you ever experienced during a photography shoot

I was shooting a campaign for the Royal Opera House of a Chinese opera singer called Liping Zhang in a beautiful area near the Mongolian border We were assured the weather would be OK since it was late spring but a freak snowstorm came through so we were all freezing and inappropriately dressed and we had to bundle her up in Chinese army coats to keep her warm and at the last moment there was so much snow we couldnrsquot even drive her to the spot where I wanted to photograph her so in order to get her there we had to rent a camel to put her on

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What advice would you give to amatuer photographers

Many of the students and amateurs who come to see me show me a little bit of everything That is unlikely to get you commissioned when you are starting out So I think itrsquos better to concentrate on one thing and do it very well at the beginning and then when that goes well you can branch out

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Bewitched by BlightA building in ruins hangs together by what seems like threads One of the upper floors sags precariously just inches above the head of a young woman who strolls absent-mindedly with a teddy-bear in hand It seems possible that at any moment the whole structure could come crashing down Lady Luck we presume

Danny Aguirre (danny-aguirre-142) is the PicsArtist responsible for this Photo of the Month entitled Lady Luck Aguirre edited this image to perfection transplanting a young lively and vibrant woman into a world of decay In this manner the photo speaks to us through contrast

Darkly lit ruins once full of life now sit forgotten surrounded by sick yellow skies The deteriorating building bears down on an unwary and carefree youth (Lady Luck) ambling at the mercy of its behemonth broken structure In this peculiar and eerie scene Aguirre captivates his audience while conveying the promise of the unexpected

In an ever-changing world Aguirre has captured the aesthetic beauty of a building that has passed its prime However in its old age the building has become something else entirely a peculiar and curious space open to imaginative interpretation This is perhaps the luck that the young lady pictured in the image and Aguirres audience have stumbled upon an unexpected opportunity to reflect on the present in light of the past Through his creative vision Aguirre allows us to study ourselves and the physical structures we leave behind for future generations

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A Photographerrsquos Guide to the US

The most unique shots in America and where to get them

Kelso San Dunes Mojave Desert

If yoursquore looking for a unique photography opportunity head for the Kelso Sand Dunes - mountainous piles of sand that seem to spring up from nowhere in the middle of the Mojave Desert The tallest dunes can rise up to 650 feet above the surrounding terrain In this setting a well-timed hike might allow you photograph the sunset from a phenomenal vantage point A couple words of caution be sure to take a flashlight in order to get back to your car and never go alone

If you donrsquot make it to the sand dunes dont despair The spectacular darkness of the Mojave desert translates into spectacular nighttime photography With almost no ambient light (apart from the stars and the vague glow over the horizon coming from Las Vegas) the Mojave is the perfect place to experiment with time lapse night shots and double exposures This is a surefire way to snap some fantastic shots

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The Redwood Forests California

If you drive down the west coast of California on Route 1 yoursquoll suddenly find yourself in a magical landscape of trees so tall that you feel like a tiny critter The redwood forests in California are truly a sight to behold and the deep ochre of the tree barks is spectacular to see

Driving through this area is fantastic but make sure that you park up and go exploring with your camera This is one of the best places for nature photography The way the light streams through the canopy in the late afternoon is nothing short of breathtaking a must see for every photographer

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Tucson Arizona

Tucson may not seem like a photographerrsquos haven and if you visit in July when the temperatures soar to over 100 degrees Fahrenheit it certainly wonrsquot feel like it either However the landscape of this often-forgotten city makes for some truly breathtaking sunsets and sunrises where flat land gives way to gorgeous mountains ensconced by sunlight

If you visit Tucson youll also find that it is an unlikely hotbed of culture and art With a history that goes back much further than many of its neighbors in the south west Tucson boasts remarkable architecture historic neighborhoods and museums not to mention the Mission San Xavier del Bac an 18th-century mission that is still functioning Whats more the city has a distinctly Western flavor in light of pervasive Native American and Mexican influences After the sun goes down yoursquoll also find art events and bars alive with music and bonding in a comfy college-town atmosphere which means that you can capture some great shots of people simply being themselves

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DIY Wall Decorations for Kids Room

Artists start young so here we want to show how you can nurture art into a child by decorating his room so he starts seeing and valuing creativity from his early days

This DIY tutorial is so easy to do that if you have elder children you can involve them in the process of making these awsome wall hangings Make a collage in minutes that will be an impressive surprise for everyone and give you a proud piece of original artwork to hang on the wall in your kids room

For this project yoursquoll need a color printer markers scissors glue 2 pieces of ordinary cardboard and 4 equal-sized colorfull cardboards or canvas

Step 1 PrintFind some awesome characters online by either browsing clipart in the PicsArt Shop or googling cartoon images Also print out some basic colors or patterns to cut into shapes If you dont like the color of your background cardboards or canvases you can either color them with paint or print out patterns to make your backgrounds more colorful

Step 2 CutCut out your characters carefully and glue them on cardboard Now cut out the cardboard in the shape of your characters Be sure to cut out shapes for the scenery of your collage like clouds and trees There is no need to glue them on an additional cardboard if you do not want to make them look 3D

Step 3 Create 3D ElementsIdentify some parts of the animals you want to highlight like tails eyes or ears Cut out two of those parts from cardboard and glue one over the other so that the one with patterns stays on top

Step 4 GlueGlue your shapes onto 4 pieces of cardboard Start with the scenery (trees and clouds) then glue on your characters then glue on their cool colored double-layered body parts to make them stand out As a result you will have 3D-like animals or any other items you want

Step 6 Draw Parts and Write MessagesYou can draw some fine elements into your collage using ordinary colorful markers You can also write a message on your collage with a marker Your creations are now ready to make your child smile

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Danielrsquos Twisted Animal Crime LineupGreat artists know how to turn heads with their art and that is certainly the case with PicsArtist of the Month Daniel (n3cr0n0m1c0n) However when he turns heads he turns them into something else Daniel has recently unveiled a series of photos that replace the head of a human body with various animal heads - the only exception being an awesome Star Wars stormtrooper helmet

In each photo of the series Daniels body dons a different head Nevertheless he is shown wearing the same clothes - a leather jacket with a zipper that runs diagonally across his torso into the side of his collar The thing about Danielrsquos photos is that the details of their construction work really well together to create a dark artistic vision with grungy undertones

Despite this odd synergy each photo is posed with a nonchalance that seems to undermine the strangeness of it all every shot displaying the emotional expression of a criminal lineup or mugshot The body takes on a neutral stance and the animal heads stare with vacant expressions as if silently counting the seconds for the camera shutter to click so they can walk off and do something else The overall emotional effect is weird uneasy slightly comic and extremely captivating

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FEATURE Artist

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Step 3 2nd Shape MaskAdd a second Shape Mask with the same color and opacity as your previous one Reverse the mask by checking the box next to Inverse at the bottom right corner

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Step 4 Add TextPress the Text icon to add text to your postcard Add your text line by line to experiment with different fonts sizes and colors

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Step 5 Add ClipartPress the Clipart icon and choose clipart images to add that go with the theme of your postcard Customize the size and color to complete your postcard

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PicsArtist Roxyrsquos Visceral Mobile ArtThe series of abstract portraits created by PicsArtist Roxy HArt (roxyhart) are gripping Not only is her artwork raw and emotionally charged but it is rendered in a unique artistic fashion - all on her mobile phone

At times Roxy mixes her drawings with photography blending the two togehter with a variety of brush strokes and textures Roxy does not hold back when she faces inner anguish as an artist but rather injects this emotion into her work

Nevertheless some of her portraits are less jarring possessing a softer more poetic touch In these portraits her frustration gives way to melancholy as she tones down stark reds and peppers her portraits with faded yellows purples and blues

Not long ago terms like ldquomobile artrdquo were easily dismissed by the fine art mainstream but PicsArtists like Roxy prove that a tablet or smartphone can be just as powerful as a canvas and paintbrush The following collection of portraits by Roxy illustrate that even without the traditional tools mobile artwork retains emotion and authenticity

INSPIRATION Drawing

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WHATS NEW

PicsArtrsquos Exciting New Features for iOS and Android Devices

PicsArt recently released some exciting updates for Android and iOS Most of the new features were available for both platforms but they had their slight differences

The update included two new effects Dodger and Vintage Ivory The former softens your photo with pale colors and ambient lighting while the latter is inspired by vintage color palettes and resolutions but with a new whiter and brighter twist

PicsArt also gave users the ability to customize the colors of PicsArt Masks with a new Hue slider Shape masks offer the opportunity to choose from a variety of shapes to overlay on your photos and they have been made even better recently - by adding the option to customize them by texture in addition to the previously available color and opacity

For a quick fix and speedy share of an image we introduced the Auto Enhance tool which automatically brings you the basic best version of your image while still allowing you to customize in small ways

In addition to these commonly shared updates the two platforms have some differences as well iOS users can now customize their collages by adjusting the inner borders and can choose from a whole new variety of pre-made grids iOS users will also be excited about our updates in the Social Network as written tags and usernames written out in comments or photo descriptions now automatically become links to what they are referencing This will make it easier for users to discover each other as well as trending tags

Donrsquot worry Android users you have some cool stuff too We know that photo stealing has become an issue in our network so we have removed the save option for photos Now only photos that have freetoedit tag can be saved and reused by others If you do not tag your miages with that tag no one will be able to save them We hope that this will help prevent photo theft and preserve the artistic rights of our creative userbase

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A Brief Introduction to Photo History

Although photography as we know it is among the youngest of the major art forms its history can be traced back to ancient times Chinese philosopher Mo-Zi discussed the principles of a camera obscura in the 4th or 5th century BCE For two thousand years it was known as a small dark room (or box) with a tiny hole in one wall through which light shone and projected an inverted image

During the late 1500s Giambattista della Portia perfected its design by adding a convex lens to the hole making a sharper more detailed image Camera obscuras allowed artists to trace a scene in ink for a more faithful reproduction

The Early Days of Image Processing

The 18th and 19th centuries saw a multitude of methods for image processing and creation In 1727 Johann Schulze mixed chalk silver and nitric acid - a very early photosensitive compound - noting that one side of the flask darkened when exposed to sunlight In 1816 Joseph Niceacutephore Nieacutepce created the worlds first photograph by coating a metal plate in a silver chloride solution and exposing it to light for 8 hours However he did not discover a way of permanently fixing

the image for another decadeWilliam Henry Fox Talbot applied Nieacutepces recipe to paper in 1834 fixing the images with a salt solution and eventually patenting the first paper negative as the ldquoCalotyperdquo in 1841

Meanwhile Louis Daguerre was creating the Daguerrotype by coating copper sheets in silver iodide creating a metal negative which he developed in a solution of mercury These two inventions lead to the creation of photography To that end on August 19 1839 the French government publicly acknowledged the invention of photography

The first glass negative was made by Frederick Scott Archer in 1851 using a wet plate collodion process During the 1850s the tintype photograph emerged this made the negative image appear positive by exposing it onto a dark-coloured metal sheet coated with collodion which made the shadows appear light and the highlights dark

In 1861 James Clerk-Maxwell realized that he could photograph a scene three times through a red blue and green filter and project the images on top of each other to create a full-colour image

Finally in 1871 Richard Leach Maddox suspended the silver solution in gelatin creating the dry emulsion which sent photography skyrocketing It was applied first to glass negatives but would later find its way onto the thin plastic film that made photography possible for the public at large

PicsArt Monthly | 75

The Photographic Boom

By 1878 glass plate negatives were being manufactured commercially and in 1880 George Eastman opened what would become the Eastman-Kodak company Within ten years he was producing roll film and in 1900 released the first personal camera the Kodak Brownie In 1907 the Lumiegravere Brothers released the first commercial colour film

Oscar Barnack working for Leitz microscopes pushed camera invention forward in 1914 with the first 35mm camera which was improved upon and released in 1924 as the first Leica camera 1936 saw the introduction of the modern SLR (single-lens reflex camera) as well as the legendary Kodachrome film which finally made colour photography popular Polaroid would release instant black-and-white film in 1948 followed by the colour version in 1963

Students from the Emerson School for GirlsSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

Medium Daguerreotype

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f Art

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Unidentified Woman in Nine Oval ViewsSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

Medium Daguerreotype

PicsArt Monthly | 77

The Digital Takeover

The first digital camera was invented in 1975 by Steve Sasson of Kodak using CCD sensor technology invented by Willard Boyle and George Smith in 1969 The birth of auto focus came with Minoltas Maxxum in 1985 paving the way for the worlds first commercially-available digital SLR ndash Kodaks 13 megapixel DCS-100 which sold in 1991 for $30000 USD Eight years later Nikon would wrestle away Kodaks dominance of the photo industry with the release of the D1 a 27MP model which went for a comparatively modest $6000

In 2003 Canon released the Digital Rebel the first consumer-level DSLR with a price tag under $1000 followed two years later by the first full-frame digital camera the 5D

Adobe hopped on the digital wave with the creation of Photoshop in 1990

A decade later the first camera phone was developed by Sharp in the early years of the new millennium Kodak ceased all production of film cameras in 2004 and even though the variety has been pared down they continue to produce film for the die-hard analog market

In the past ten years the major camera companies have focused their research and development almost entirely on improving their digital technology which has now begun to plateau The possibilities for future ingenuity now lay wide open with endless photographic possibilities waiting just over the horizon

The Reading EstablishmentAttributed to William Henry Fox Talbot (British 1800ndash1877)

Medium Salted paper prints from paper negatives

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Lola MontezSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

Medium Daguerreotype

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Lemuel ShawSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

Medium Daguerreotype

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Louis-Jacques-Mandeacute DaguerreJohn Jabez Edwin Mayall (British Oldham Lancashire 1813ndash1901 West Sussex)

Medium Albumen silver print from glass negative

PicsArt Monthly | 81

View Down Brattle Street from the Southworth amp Hawes Studio at 5 12 Tremont Row Boston

Southworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)Medium Daguerreotype

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Interview with Celebrity Photographer Jason Bell Having shot for publications like Vanity Fair Vogue photographed royals and had some of his work submitted into Britainrsquos National Portrait Gallery Jason Bell has cemented his place as one of the foremost portrait photographers of his generation He has published four books and received more accolades than we have room to mention In any case Jasonrsquos work is the gold-standard when it comes to peering past the face and into the soul of subject model or celebrity His work has fascinated us for some time so we interviewed him to learn more about his work and career

PicsArt Monthly | 83

INERVIEW

All images by and copyright of Jason Bell

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How did you become a photographer

I just always was I took pictures a lot as a child and then when I was at school I was given the keys to the school dark room which I remember finding a magical place It just carried on from there

You actually studied Politics Philosophy and Economics at Oxford and as of today you have photographed some of the most powerful individuals on earth from presidents to royals Is there a correlation there

I am a strong believer in researching the people I photograph so I think it helps that my education has given me an understanding of what some of them do

PicsArt Monthly | 87

What was it like to take the official christening photographs of Prince George

It was an honour to be asked Everyone kept telling me beforehand how nervous I would be and that I must be so stressed But I actually felt very relaxed throughout They gave me all the time I needed to prepare and were very friendly and relaxed I enjoyed it

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Many of your photos are part of the permanent collection of the National Portrait Gallery the United Kingdomrsquos official gallery for portraits of historical British people Your work is national history How does this feel

I try not to think of it in those terms but more about what I want to say about the person Irsquom photographing or what I can encourage them to reveal

Are there any portraits of yours in the National Portrait Gallery that stand out as favourites

My favourites tend to be favourites because they are people I have felt a particular connection with or even become friends with I try to do that with everyone I photograph but obviously it happens with some people more than others

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Yoursquove captured a lot of artists and entertainers as well What is it like photographing celebrities

I am lucky in that I photographed some famous people very early on in my career so I got used to it very quickly and it is not something that I find difficult to deal with at all now They are just people like everybody else and usually enjoy being treated as such

You did the movie posters for modern British classic like Billy Elliot and Love Actually How is shooting a movie poster different from capturing a portrait

It tends to be much more art directed so I have less freedom to just do what I want and have to follow a brief more carefully In those instances I try to follow that brief and then give them something in addition that they maybe didnrsquot know they wanted

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Have you ever photographed someone who had maybe been a role model of some kind for you or maybe just admired greatly

Yes - very early on in my career I was sent to Iceland to photograph Bjork I had been listening to that first album of hers all summer and so was a bit of a fan It actually kind of got in the way initially me being a fan and I had to get past that as quickly as possible to find the person I wanted to photograph

What was the most surreal moment you ever experienced during a photography shoot

I was shooting a campaign for the Royal Opera House of a Chinese opera singer called Liping Zhang in a beautiful area near the Mongolian border We were assured the weather would be OK since it was late spring but a freak snowstorm came through so we were all freezing and inappropriately dressed and we had to bundle her up in Chinese army coats to keep her warm and at the last moment there was so much snow we couldnrsquot even drive her to the spot where I wanted to photograph her so in order to get her there we had to rent a camel to put her on

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What advice would you give to amatuer photographers

Many of the students and amateurs who come to see me show me a little bit of everything That is unlikely to get you commissioned when you are starting out So I think itrsquos better to concentrate on one thing and do it very well at the beginning and then when that goes well you can branch out

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Bewitched by BlightA building in ruins hangs together by what seems like threads One of the upper floors sags precariously just inches above the head of a young woman who strolls absent-mindedly with a teddy-bear in hand It seems possible that at any moment the whole structure could come crashing down Lady Luck we presume

Danny Aguirre (danny-aguirre-142) is the PicsArtist responsible for this Photo of the Month entitled Lady Luck Aguirre edited this image to perfection transplanting a young lively and vibrant woman into a world of decay In this manner the photo speaks to us through contrast

Darkly lit ruins once full of life now sit forgotten surrounded by sick yellow skies The deteriorating building bears down on an unwary and carefree youth (Lady Luck) ambling at the mercy of its behemonth broken structure In this peculiar and eerie scene Aguirre captivates his audience while conveying the promise of the unexpected

In an ever-changing world Aguirre has captured the aesthetic beauty of a building that has passed its prime However in its old age the building has become something else entirely a peculiar and curious space open to imaginative interpretation This is perhaps the luck that the young lady pictured in the image and Aguirres audience have stumbled upon an unexpected opportunity to reflect on the present in light of the past Through his creative vision Aguirre allows us to study ourselves and the physical structures we leave behind for future generations

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A Photographerrsquos Guide to the US

The most unique shots in America and where to get them

Kelso San Dunes Mojave Desert

If yoursquore looking for a unique photography opportunity head for the Kelso Sand Dunes - mountainous piles of sand that seem to spring up from nowhere in the middle of the Mojave Desert The tallest dunes can rise up to 650 feet above the surrounding terrain In this setting a well-timed hike might allow you photograph the sunset from a phenomenal vantage point A couple words of caution be sure to take a flashlight in order to get back to your car and never go alone

If you donrsquot make it to the sand dunes dont despair The spectacular darkness of the Mojave desert translates into spectacular nighttime photography With almost no ambient light (apart from the stars and the vague glow over the horizon coming from Las Vegas) the Mojave is the perfect place to experiment with time lapse night shots and double exposures This is a surefire way to snap some fantastic shots

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The Redwood Forests California

If you drive down the west coast of California on Route 1 yoursquoll suddenly find yourself in a magical landscape of trees so tall that you feel like a tiny critter The redwood forests in California are truly a sight to behold and the deep ochre of the tree barks is spectacular to see

Driving through this area is fantastic but make sure that you park up and go exploring with your camera This is one of the best places for nature photography The way the light streams through the canopy in the late afternoon is nothing short of breathtaking a must see for every photographer

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Tucson Arizona

Tucson may not seem like a photographerrsquos haven and if you visit in July when the temperatures soar to over 100 degrees Fahrenheit it certainly wonrsquot feel like it either However the landscape of this often-forgotten city makes for some truly breathtaking sunsets and sunrises where flat land gives way to gorgeous mountains ensconced by sunlight

If you visit Tucson youll also find that it is an unlikely hotbed of culture and art With a history that goes back much further than many of its neighbors in the south west Tucson boasts remarkable architecture historic neighborhoods and museums not to mention the Mission San Xavier del Bac an 18th-century mission that is still functioning Whats more the city has a distinctly Western flavor in light of pervasive Native American and Mexican influences After the sun goes down yoursquoll also find art events and bars alive with music and bonding in a comfy college-town atmosphere which means that you can capture some great shots of people simply being themselves

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DIY Wall Decorations for Kids Room

Artists start young so here we want to show how you can nurture art into a child by decorating his room so he starts seeing and valuing creativity from his early days

This DIY tutorial is so easy to do that if you have elder children you can involve them in the process of making these awsome wall hangings Make a collage in minutes that will be an impressive surprise for everyone and give you a proud piece of original artwork to hang on the wall in your kids room

For this project yoursquoll need a color printer markers scissors glue 2 pieces of ordinary cardboard and 4 equal-sized colorfull cardboards or canvas

Step 1 PrintFind some awesome characters online by either browsing clipart in the PicsArt Shop or googling cartoon images Also print out some basic colors or patterns to cut into shapes If you dont like the color of your background cardboards or canvases you can either color them with paint or print out patterns to make your backgrounds more colorful

Step 2 CutCut out your characters carefully and glue them on cardboard Now cut out the cardboard in the shape of your characters Be sure to cut out shapes for the scenery of your collage like clouds and trees There is no need to glue them on an additional cardboard if you do not want to make them look 3D

Step 3 Create 3D ElementsIdentify some parts of the animals you want to highlight like tails eyes or ears Cut out two of those parts from cardboard and glue one over the other so that the one with patterns stays on top

Step 4 GlueGlue your shapes onto 4 pieces of cardboard Start with the scenery (trees and clouds) then glue on your characters then glue on their cool colored double-layered body parts to make them stand out As a result you will have 3D-like animals or any other items you want

Step 6 Draw Parts and Write MessagesYou can draw some fine elements into your collage using ordinary colorful markers You can also write a message on your collage with a marker Your creations are now ready to make your child smile

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Danielrsquos Twisted Animal Crime LineupGreat artists know how to turn heads with their art and that is certainly the case with PicsArtist of the Month Daniel (n3cr0n0m1c0n) However when he turns heads he turns them into something else Daniel has recently unveiled a series of photos that replace the head of a human body with various animal heads - the only exception being an awesome Star Wars stormtrooper helmet

In each photo of the series Daniels body dons a different head Nevertheless he is shown wearing the same clothes - a leather jacket with a zipper that runs diagonally across his torso into the side of his collar The thing about Danielrsquos photos is that the details of their construction work really well together to create a dark artistic vision with grungy undertones

Despite this odd synergy each photo is posed with a nonchalance that seems to undermine the strangeness of it all every shot displaying the emotional expression of a criminal lineup or mugshot The body takes on a neutral stance and the animal heads stare with vacant expressions as if silently counting the seconds for the camera shutter to click so they can walk off and do something else The overall emotional effect is weird uneasy slightly comic and extremely captivating

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Step 4 Add TextPress the Text icon to add text to your postcard Add your text line by line to experiment with different fonts sizes and colors

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Step 5 Add ClipartPress the Clipart icon and choose clipart images to add that go with the theme of your postcard Customize the size and color to complete your postcard

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PicsArtist Roxyrsquos Visceral Mobile ArtThe series of abstract portraits created by PicsArtist Roxy HArt (roxyhart) are gripping Not only is her artwork raw and emotionally charged but it is rendered in a unique artistic fashion - all on her mobile phone

At times Roxy mixes her drawings with photography blending the two togehter with a variety of brush strokes and textures Roxy does not hold back when she faces inner anguish as an artist but rather injects this emotion into her work

Nevertheless some of her portraits are less jarring possessing a softer more poetic touch In these portraits her frustration gives way to melancholy as she tones down stark reds and peppers her portraits with faded yellows purples and blues

Not long ago terms like ldquomobile artrdquo were easily dismissed by the fine art mainstream but PicsArtists like Roxy prove that a tablet or smartphone can be just as powerful as a canvas and paintbrush The following collection of portraits by Roxy illustrate that even without the traditional tools mobile artwork retains emotion and authenticity

INSPIRATION Drawing

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WHATS NEW

PicsArtrsquos Exciting New Features for iOS and Android Devices

PicsArt recently released some exciting updates for Android and iOS Most of the new features were available for both platforms but they had their slight differences

The update included two new effects Dodger and Vintage Ivory The former softens your photo with pale colors and ambient lighting while the latter is inspired by vintage color palettes and resolutions but with a new whiter and brighter twist

PicsArt also gave users the ability to customize the colors of PicsArt Masks with a new Hue slider Shape masks offer the opportunity to choose from a variety of shapes to overlay on your photos and they have been made even better recently - by adding the option to customize them by texture in addition to the previously available color and opacity

For a quick fix and speedy share of an image we introduced the Auto Enhance tool which automatically brings you the basic best version of your image while still allowing you to customize in small ways

In addition to these commonly shared updates the two platforms have some differences as well iOS users can now customize their collages by adjusting the inner borders and can choose from a whole new variety of pre-made grids iOS users will also be excited about our updates in the Social Network as written tags and usernames written out in comments or photo descriptions now automatically become links to what they are referencing This will make it easier for users to discover each other as well as trending tags

Donrsquot worry Android users you have some cool stuff too We know that photo stealing has become an issue in our network so we have removed the save option for photos Now only photos that have freetoedit tag can be saved and reused by others If you do not tag your miages with that tag no one will be able to save them We hope that this will help prevent photo theft and preserve the artistic rights of our creative userbase

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A Brief Introduction to Photo History

Although photography as we know it is among the youngest of the major art forms its history can be traced back to ancient times Chinese philosopher Mo-Zi discussed the principles of a camera obscura in the 4th or 5th century BCE For two thousand years it was known as a small dark room (or box) with a tiny hole in one wall through which light shone and projected an inverted image

During the late 1500s Giambattista della Portia perfected its design by adding a convex lens to the hole making a sharper more detailed image Camera obscuras allowed artists to trace a scene in ink for a more faithful reproduction

The Early Days of Image Processing

The 18th and 19th centuries saw a multitude of methods for image processing and creation In 1727 Johann Schulze mixed chalk silver and nitric acid - a very early photosensitive compound - noting that one side of the flask darkened when exposed to sunlight In 1816 Joseph Niceacutephore Nieacutepce created the worlds first photograph by coating a metal plate in a silver chloride solution and exposing it to light for 8 hours However he did not discover a way of permanently fixing

the image for another decadeWilliam Henry Fox Talbot applied Nieacutepces recipe to paper in 1834 fixing the images with a salt solution and eventually patenting the first paper negative as the ldquoCalotyperdquo in 1841

Meanwhile Louis Daguerre was creating the Daguerrotype by coating copper sheets in silver iodide creating a metal negative which he developed in a solution of mercury These two inventions lead to the creation of photography To that end on August 19 1839 the French government publicly acknowledged the invention of photography

The first glass negative was made by Frederick Scott Archer in 1851 using a wet plate collodion process During the 1850s the tintype photograph emerged this made the negative image appear positive by exposing it onto a dark-coloured metal sheet coated with collodion which made the shadows appear light and the highlights dark

In 1861 James Clerk-Maxwell realized that he could photograph a scene three times through a red blue and green filter and project the images on top of each other to create a full-colour image

Finally in 1871 Richard Leach Maddox suspended the silver solution in gelatin creating the dry emulsion which sent photography skyrocketing It was applied first to glass negatives but would later find its way onto the thin plastic film that made photography possible for the public at large

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The Photographic Boom

By 1878 glass plate negatives were being manufactured commercially and in 1880 George Eastman opened what would become the Eastman-Kodak company Within ten years he was producing roll film and in 1900 released the first personal camera the Kodak Brownie In 1907 the Lumiegravere Brothers released the first commercial colour film

Oscar Barnack working for Leitz microscopes pushed camera invention forward in 1914 with the first 35mm camera which was improved upon and released in 1924 as the first Leica camera 1936 saw the introduction of the modern SLR (single-lens reflex camera) as well as the legendary Kodachrome film which finally made colour photography popular Polaroid would release instant black-and-white film in 1948 followed by the colour version in 1963

Students from the Emerson School for GirlsSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

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Unidentified Woman in Nine Oval ViewsSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

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The Digital Takeover

The first digital camera was invented in 1975 by Steve Sasson of Kodak using CCD sensor technology invented by Willard Boyle and George Smith in 1969 The birth of auto focus came with Minoltas Maxxum in 1985 paving the way for the worlds first commercially-available digital SLR ndash Kodaks 13 megapixel DCS-100 which sold in 1991 for $30000 USD Eight years later Nikon would wrestle away Kodaks dominance of the photo industry with the release of the D1 a 27MP model which went for a comparatively modest $6000

In 2003 Canon released the Digital Rebel the first consumer-level DSLR with a price tag under $1000 followed two years later by the first full-frame digital camera the 5D

Adobe hopped on the digital wave with the creation of Photoshop in 1990

A decade later the first camera phone was developed by Sharp in the early years of the new millennium Kodak ceased all production of film cameras in 2004 and even though the variety has been pared down they continue to produce film for the die-hard analog market

In the past ten years the major camera companies have focused their research and development almost entirely on improving their digital technology which has now begun to plateau The possibilities for future ingenuity now lay wide open with endless photographic possibilities waiting just over the horizon

The Reading EstablishmentAttributed to William Henry Fox Talbot (British 1800ndash1877)

Medium Salted paper prints from paper negatives

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Lola MontezSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

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Lemuel ShawSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

Medium Daguerreotype

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Louis-Jacques-Mandeacute DaguerreJohn Jabez Edwin Mayall (British Oldham Lancashire 1813ndash1901 West Sussex)

Medium Albumen silver print from glass negative

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View Down Brattle Street from the Southworth amp Hawes Studio at 5 12 Tremont Row Boston

Southworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)Medium Daguerreotype

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Interview with Celebrity Photographer Jason Bell Having shot for publications like Vanity Fair Vogue photographed royals and had some of his work submitted into Britainrsquos National Portrait Gallery Jason Bell has cemented his place as one of the foremost portrait photographers of his generation He has published four books and received more accolades than we have room to mention In any case Jasonrsquos work is the gold-standard when it comes to peering past the face and into the soul of subject model or celebrity His work has fascinated us for some time so we interviewed him to learn more about his work and career

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INERVIEW

All images by and copyright of Jason Bell

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How did you become a photographer

I just always was I took pictures a lot as a child and then when I was at school I was given the keys to the school dark room which I remember finding a magical place It just carried on from there

You actually studied Politics Philosophy and Economics at Oxford and as of today you have photographed some of the most powerful individuals on earth from presidents to royals Is there a correlation there

I am a strong believer in researching the people I photograph so I think it helps that my education has given me an understanding of what some of them do

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What was it like to take the official christening photographs of Prince George

It was an honour to be asked Everyone kept telling me beforehand how nervous I would be and that I must be so stressed But I actually felt very relaxed throughout They gave me all the time I needed to prepare and were very friendly and relaxed I enjoyed it

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Many of your photos are part of the permanent collection of the National Portrait Gallery the United Kingdomrsquos official gallery for portraits of historical British people Your work is national history How does this feel

I try not to think of it in those terms but more about what I want to say about the person Irsquom photographing or what I can encourage them to reveal

Are there any portraits of yours in the National Portrait Gallery that stand out as favourites

My favourites tend to be favourites because they are people I have felt a particular connection with or even become friends with I try to do that with everyone I photograph but obviously it happens with some people more than others

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Yoursquove captured a lot of artists and entertainers as well What is it like photographing celebrities

I am lucky in that I photographed some famous people very early on in my career so I got used to it very quickly and it is not something that I find difficult to deal with at all now They are just people like everybody else and usually enjoy being treated as such

You did the movie posters for modern British classic like Billy Elliot and Love Actually How is shooting a movie poster different from capturing a portrait

It tends to be much more art directed so I have less freedom to just do what I want and have to follow a brief more carefully In those instances I try to follow that brief and then give them something in addition that they maybe didnrsquot know they wanted

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Have you ever photographed someone who had maybe been a role model of some kind for you or maybe just admired greatly

Yes - very early on in my career I was sent to Iceland to photograph Bjork I had been listening to that first album of hers all summer and so was a bit of a fan It actually kind of got in the way initially me being a fan and I had to get past that as quickly as possible to find the person I wanted to photograph

What was the most surreal moment you ever experienced during a photography shoot

I was shooting a campaign for the Royal Opera House of a Chinese opera singer called Liping Zhang in a beautiful area near the Mongolian border We were assured the weather would be OK since it was late spring but a freak snowstorm came through so we were all freezing and inappropriately dressed and we had to bundle her up in Chinese army coats to keep her warm and at the last moment there was so much snow we couldnrsquot even drive her to the spot where I wanted to photograph her so in order to get her there we had to rent a camel to put her on

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What advice would you give to amatuer photographers

Many of the students and amateurs who come to see me show me a little bit of everything That is unlikely to get you commissioned when you are starting out So I think itrsquos better to concentrate on one thing and do it very well at the beginning and then when that goes well you can branch out

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Bewitched by BlightA building in ruins hangs together by what seems like threads One of the upper floors sags precariously just inches above the head of a young woman who strolls absent-mindedly with a teddy-bear in hand It seems possible that at any moment the whole structure could come crashing down Lady Luck we presume

Danny Aguirre (danny-aguirre-142) is the PicsArtist responsible for this Photo of the Month entitled Lady Luck Aguirre edited this image to perfection transplanting a young lively and vibrant woman into a world of decay In this manner the photo speaks to us through contrast

Darkly lit ruins once full of life now sit forgotten surrounded by sick yellow skies The deteriorating building bears down on an unwary and carefree youth (Lady Luck) ambling at the mercy of its behemonth broken structure In this peculiar and eerie scene Aguirre captivates his audience while conveying the promise of the unexpected

In an ever-changing world Aguirre has captured the aesthetic beauty of a building that has passed its prime However in its old age the building has become something else entirely a peculiar and curious space open to imaginative interpretation This is perhaps the luck that the young lady pictured in the image and Aguirres audience have stumbled upon an unexpected opportunity to reflect on the present in light of the past Through his creative vision Aguirre allows us to study ourselves and the physical structures we leave behind for future generations

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A Photographerrsquos Guide to the US

The most unique shots in America and where to get them

Kelso San Dunes Mojave Desert

If yoursquore looking for a unique photography opportunity head for the Kelso Sand Dunes - mountainous piles of sand that seem to spring up from nowhere in the middle of the Mojave Desert The tallest dunes can rise up to 650 feet above the surrounding terrain In this setting a well-timed hike might allow you photograph the sunset from a phenomenal vantage point A couple words of caution be sure to take a flashlight in order to get back to your car and never go alone

If you donrsquot make it to the sand dunes dont despair The spectacular darkness of the Mojave desert translates into spectacular nighttime photography With almost no ambient light (apart from the stars and the vague glow over the horizon coming from Las Vegas) the Mojave is the perfect place to experiment with time lapse night shots and double exposures This is a surefire way to snap some fantastic shots

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The Redwood Forests California

If you drive down the west coast of California on Route 1 yoursquoll suddenly find yourself in a magical landscape of trees so tall that you feel like a tiny critter The redwood forests in California are truly a sight to behold and the deep ochre of the tree barks is spectacular to see

Driving through this area is fantastic but make sure that you park up and go exploring with your camera This is one of the best places for nature photography The way the light streams through the canopy in the late afternoon is nothing short of breathtaking a must see for every photographer

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Tucson Arizona

Tucson may not seem like a photographerrsquos haven and if you visit in July when the temperatures soar to over 100 degrees Fahrenheit it certainly wonrsquot feel like it either However the landscape of this often-forgotten city makes for some truly breathtaking sunsets and sunrises where flat land gives way to gorgeous mountains ensconced by sunlight

If you visit Tucson youll also find that it is an unlikely hotbed of culture and art With a history that goes back much further than many of its neighbors in the south west Tucson boasts remarkable architecture historic neighborhoods and museums not to mention the Mission San Xavier del Bac an 18th-century mission that is still functioning Whats more the city has a distinctly Western flavor in light of pervasive Native American and Mexican influences After the sun goes down yoursquoll also find art events and bars alive with music and bonding in a comfy college-town atmosphere which means that you can capture some great shots of people simply being themselves

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DIY Wall Decorations for Kids Room

Artists start young so here we want to show how you can nurture art into a child by decorating his room so he starts seeing and valuing creativity from his early days

This DIY tutorial is so easy to do that if you have elder children you can involve them in the process of making these awsome wall hangings Make a collage in minutes that will be an impressive surprise for everyone and give you a proud piece of original artwork to hang on the wall in your kids room

For this project yoursquoll need a color printer markers scissors glue 2 pieces of ordinary cardboard and 4 equal-sized colorfull cardboards or canvas

Step 1 PrintFind some awesome characters online by either browsing clipart in the PicsArt Shop or googling cartoon images Also print out some basic colors or patterns to cut into shapes If you dont like the color of your background cardboards or canvases you can either color them with paint or print out patterns to make your backgrounds more colorful

Step 2 CutCut out your characters carefully and glue them on cardboard Now cut out the cardboard in the shape of your characters Be sure to cut out shapes for the scenery of your collage like clouds and trees There is no need to glue them on an additional cardboard if you do not want to make them look 3D

Step 3 Create 3D ElementsIdentify some parts of the animals you want to highlight like tails eyes or ears Cut out two of those parts from cardboard and glue one over the other so that the one with patterns stays on top

Step 4 GlueGlue your shapes onto 4 pieces of cardboard Start with the scenery (trees and clouds) then glue on your characters then glue on their cool colored double-layered body parts to make them stand out As a result you will have 3D-like animals or any other items you want

Step 6 Draw Parts and Write MessagesYou can draw some fine elements into your collage using ordinary colorful markers You can also write a message on your collage with a marker Your creations are now ready to make your child smile

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Danielrsquos Twisted Animal Crime LineupGreat artists know how to turn heads with their art and that is certainly the case with PicsArtist of the Month Daniel (n3cr0n0m1c0n) However when he turns heads he turns them into something else Daniel has recently unveiled a series of photos that replace the head of a human body with various animal heads - the only exception being an awesome Star Wars stormtrooper helmet

In each photo of the series Daniels body dons a different head Nevertheless he is shown wearing the same clothes - a leather jacket with a zipper that runs diagonally across his torso into the side of his collar The thing about Danielrsquos photos is that the details of their construction work really well together to create a dark artistic vision with grungy undertones

Despite this odd synergy each photo is posed with a nonchalance that seems to undermine the strangeness of it all every shot displaying the emotional expression of a criminal lineup or mugshot The body takes on a neutral stance and the animal heads stare with vacant expressions as if silently counting the seconds for the camera shutter to click so they can walk off and do something else The overall emotional effect is weird uneasy slightly comic and extremely captivating

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Step 5 Add ClipartPress the Clipart icon and choose clipart images to add that go with the theme of your postcard Customize the size and color to complete your postcard

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PicsArtist Roxyrsquos Visceral Mobile ArtThe series of abstract portraits created by PicsArtist Roxy HArt (roxyhart) are gripping Not only is her artwork raw and emotionally charged but it is rendered in a unique artistic fashion - all on her mobile phone

At times Roxy mixes her drawings with photography blending the two togehter with a variety of brush strokes and textures Roxy does not hold back when she faces inner anguish as an artist but rather injects this emotion into her work

Nevertheless some of her portraits are less jarring possessing a softer more poetic touch In these portraits her frustration gives way to melancholy as she tones down stark reds and peppers her portraits with faded yellows purples and blues

Not long ago terms like ldquomobile artrdquo were easily dismissed by the fine art mainstream but PicsArtists like Roxy prove that a tablet or smartphone can be just as powerful as a canvas and paintbrush The following collection of portraits by Roxy illustrate that even without the traditional tools mobile artwork retains emotion and authenticity

INSPIRATION Drawing

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WHATS NEW

PicsArtrsquos Exciting New Features for iOS and Android Devices

PicsArt recently released some exciting updates for Android and iOS Most of the new features were available for both platforms but they had their slight differences

The update included two new effects Dodger and Vintage Ivory The former softens your photo with pale colors and ambient lighting while the latter is inspired by vintage color palettes and resolutions but with a new whiter and brighter twist

PicsArt also gave users the ability to customize the colors of PicsArt Masks with a new Hue slider Shape masks offer the opportunity to choose from a variety of shapes to overlay on your photos and they have been made even better recently - by adding the option to customize them by texture in addition to the previously available color and opacity

For a quick fix and speedy share of an image we introduced the Auto Enhance tool which automatically brings you the basic best version of your image while still allowing you to customize in small ways

In addition to these commonly shared updates the two platforms have some differences as well iOS users can now customize their collages by adjusting the inner borders and can choose from a whole new variety of pre-made grids iOS users will also be excited about our updates in the Social Network as written tags and usernames written out in comments or photo descriptions now automatically become links to what they are referencing This will make it easier for users to discover each other as well as trending tags

Donrsquot worry Android users you have some cool stuff too We know that photo stealing has become an issue in our network so we have removed the save option for photos Now only photos that have freetoedit tag can be saved and reused by others If you do not tag your miages with that tag no one will be able to save them We hope that this will help prevent photo theft and preserve the artistic rights of our creative userbase

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A Brief Introduction to Photo History

Although photography as we know it is among the youngest of the major art forms its history can be traced back to ancient times Chinese philosopher Mo-Zi discussed the principles of a camera obscura in the 4th or 5th century BCE For two thousand years it was known as a small dark room (or box) with a tiny hole in one wall through which light shone and projected an inverted image

During the late 1500s Giambattista della Portia perfected its design by adding a convex lens to the hole making a sharper more detailed image Camera obscuras allowed artists to trace a scene in ink for a more faithful reproduction

The Early Days of Image Processing

The 18th and 19th centuries saw a multitude of methods for image processing and creation In 1727 Johann Schulze mixed chalk silver and nitric acid - a very early photosensitive compound - noting that one side of the flask darkened when exposed to sunlight In 1816 Joseph Niceacutephore Nieacutepce created the worlds first photograph by coating a metal plate in a silver chloride solution and exposing it to light for 8 hours However he did not discover a way of permanently fixing

the image for another decadeWilliam Henry Fox Talbot applied Nieacutepces recipe to paper in 1834 fixing the images with a salt solution and eventually patenting the first paper negative as the ldquoCalotyperdquo in 1841

Meanwhile Louis Daguerre was creating the Daguerrotype by coating copper sheets in silver iodide creating a metal negative which he developed in a solution of mercury These two inventions lead to the creation of photography To that end on August 19 1839 the French government publicly acknowledged the invention of photography

The first glass negative was made by Frederick Scott Archer in 1851 using a wet plate collodion process During the 1850s the tintype photograph emerged this made the negative image appear positive by exposing it onto a dark-coloured metal sheet coated with collodion which made the shadows appear light and the highlights dark

In 1861 James Clerk-Maxwell realized that he could photograph a scene three times through a red blue and green filter and project the images on top of each other to create a full-colour image

Finally in 1871 Richard Leach Maddox suspended the silver solution in gelatin creating the dry emulsion which sent photography skyrocketing It was applied first to glass negatives but would later find its way onto the thin plastic film that made photography possible for the public at large

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The Photographic Boom

By 1878 glass plate negatives were being manufactured commercially and in 1880 George Eastman opened what would become the Eastman-Kodak company Within ten years he was producing roll film and in 1900 released the first personal camera the Kodak Brownie In 1907 the Lumiegravere Brothers released the first commercial colour film

Oscar Barnack working for Leitz microscopes pushed camera invention forward in 1914 with the first 35mm camera which was improved upon and released in 1924 as the first Leica camera 1936 saw the introduction of the modern SLR (single-lens reflex camera) as well as the legendary Kodachrome film which finally made colour photography popular Polaroid would release instant black-and-white film in 1948 followed by the colour version in 1963

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Unidentified Woman in Nine Oval ViewsSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

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The Digital Takeover

The first digital camera was invented in 1975 by Steve Sasson of Kodak using CCD sensor technology invented by Willard Boyle and George Smith in 1969 The birth of auto focus came with Minoltas Maxxum in 1985 paving the way for the worlds first commercially-available digital SLR ndash Kodaks 13 megapixel DCS-100 which sold in 1991 for $30000 USD Eight years later Nikon would wrestle away Kodaks dominance of the photo industry with the release of the D1 a 27MP model which went for a comparatively modest $6000

In 2003 Canon released the Digital Rebel the first consumer-level DSLR with a price tag under $1000 followed two years later by the first full-frame digital camera the 5D

Adobe hopped on the digital wave with the creation of Photoshop in 1990

A decade later the first camera phone was developed by Sharp in the early years of the new millennium Kodak ceased all production of film cameras in 2004 and even though the variety has been pared down they continue to produce film for the die-hard analog market

In the past ten years the major camera companies have focused their research and development almost entirely on improving their digital technology which has now begun to plateau The possibilities for future ingenuity now lay wide open with endless photographic possibilities waiting just over the horizon

The Reading EstablishmentAttributed to William Henry Fox Talbot (British 1800ndash1877)

Medium Salted paper prints from paper negatives

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Lola MontezSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

Medium Daguerreotype

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Lemuel ShawSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

Medium Daguerreotype

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Louis-Jacques-Mandeacute DaguerreJohn Jabez Edwin Mayall (British Oldham Lancashire 1813ndash1901 West Sussex)

Medium Albumen silver print from glass negative

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View Down Brattle Street from the Southworth amp Hawes Studio at 5 12 Tremont Row Boston

Southworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)Medium Daguerreotype

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Interview with Celebrity Photographer Jason Bell Having shot for publications like Vanity Fair Vogue photographed royals and had some of his work submitted into Britainrsquos National Portrait Gallery Jason Bell has cemented his place as one of the foremost portrait photographers of his generation He has published four books and received more accolades than we have room to mention In any case Jasonrsquos work is the gold-standard when it comes to peering past the face and into the soul of subject model or celebrity His work has fascinated us for some time so we interviewed him to learn more about his work and career

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INERVIEW

All images by and copyright of Jason Bell

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How did you become a photographer

I just always was I took pictures a lot as a child and then when I was at school I was given the keys to the school dark room which I remember finding a magical place It just carried on from there

You actually studied Politics Philosophy and Economics at Oxford and as of today you have photographed some of the most powerful individuals on earth from presidents to royals Is there a correlation there

I am a strong believer in researching the people I photograph so I think it helps that my education has given me an understanding of what some of them do

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What was it like to take the official christening photographs of Prince George

It was an honour to be asked Everyone kept telling me beforehand how nervous I would be and that I must be so stressed But I actually felt very relaxed throughout They gave me all the time I needed to prepare and were very friendly and relaxed I enjoyed it

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Many of your photos are part of the permanent collection of the National Portrait Gallery the United Kingdomrsquos official gallery for portraits of historical British people Your work is national history How does this feel

I try not to think of it in those terms but more about what I want to say about the person Irsquom photographing or what I can encourage them to reveal

Are there any portraits of yours in the National Portrait Gallery that stand out as favourites

My favourites tend to be favourites because they are people I have felt a particular connection with or even become friends with I try to do that with everyone I photograph but obviously it happens with some people more than others

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Yoursquove captured a lot of artists and entertainers as well What is it like photographing celebrities

I am lucky in that I photographed some famous people very early on in my career so I got used to it very quickly and it is not something that I find difficult to deal with at all now They are just people like everybody else and usually enjoy being treated as such

You did the movie posters for modern British classic like Billy Elliot and Love Actually How is shooting a movie poster different from capturing a portrait

It tends to be much more art directed so I have less freedom to just do what I want and have to follow a brief more carefully In those instances I try to follow that brief and then give them something in addition that they maybe didnrsquot know they wanted

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Have you ever photographed someone who had maybe been a role model of some kind for you or maybe just admired greatly

Yes - very early on in my career I was sent to Iceland to photograph Bjork I had been listening to that first album of hers all summer and so was a bit of a fan It actually kind of got in the way initially me being a fan and I had to get past that as quickly as possible to find the person I wanted to photograph

What was the most surreal moment you ever experienced during a photography shoot

I was shooting a campaign for the Royal Opera House of a Chinese opera singer called Liping Zhang in a beautiful area near the Mongolian border We were assured the weather would be OK since it was late spring but a freak snowstorm came through so we were all freezing and inappropriately dressed and we had to bundle her up in Chinese army coats to keep her warm and at the last moment there was so much snow we couldnrsquot even drive her to the spot where I wanted to photograph her so in order to get her there we had to rent a camel to put her on

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What advice would you give to amatuer photographers

Many of the students and amateurs who come to see me show me a little bit of everything That is unlikely to get you commissioned when you are starting out So I think itrsquos better to concentrate on one thing and do it very well at the beginning and then when that goes well you can branch out

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Bewitched by BlightA building in ruins hangs together by what seems like threads One of the upper floors sags precariously just inches above the head of a young woman who strolls absent-mindedly with a teddy-bear in hand It seems possible that at any moment the whole structure could come crashing down Lady Luck we presume

Danny Aguirre (danny-aguirre-142) is the PicsArtist responsible for this Photo of the Month entitled Lady Luck Aguirre edited this image to perfection transplanting a young lively and vibrant woman into a world of decay In this manner the photo speaks to us through contrast

Darkly lit ruins once full of life now sit forgotten surrounded by sick yellow skies The deteriorating building bears down on an unwary and carefree youth (Lady Luck) ambling at the mercy of its behemonth broken structure In this peculiar and eerie scene Aguirre captivates his audience while conveying the promise of the unexpected

In an ever-changing world Aguirre has captured the aesthetic beauty of a building that has passed its prime However in its old age the building has become something else entirely a peculiar and curious space open to imaginative interpretation This is perhaps the luck that the young lady pictured in the image and Aguirres audience have stumbled upon an unexpected opportunity to reflect on the present in light of the past Through his creative vision Aguirre allows us to study ourselves and the physical structures we leave behind for future generations

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A Photographerrsquos Guide to the US

The most unique shots in America and where to get them

Kelso San Dunes Mojave Desert

If yoursquore looking for a unique photography opportunity head for the Kelso Sand Dunes - mountainous piles of sand that seem to spring up from nowhere in the middle of the Mojave Desert The tallest dunes can rise up to 650 feet above the surrounding terrain In this setting a well-timed hike might allow you photograph the sunset from a phenomenal vantage point A couple words of caution be sure to take a flashlight in order to get back to your car and never go alone

If you donrsquot make it to the sand dunes dont despair The spectacular darkness of the Mojave desert translates into spectacular nighttime photography With almost no ambient light (apart from the stars and the vague glow over the horizon coming from Las Vegas) the Mojave is the perfect place to experiment with time lapse night shots and double exposures This is a surefire way to snap some fantastic shots

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The Redwood Forests California

If you drive down the west coast of California on Route 1 yoursquoll suddenly find yourself in a magical landscape of trees so tall that you feel like a tiny critter The redwood forests in California are truly a sight to behold and the deep ochre of the tree barks is spectacular to see

Driving through this area is fantastic but make sure that you park up and go exploring with your camera This is one of the best places for nature photography The way the light streams through the canopy in the late afternoon is nothing short of breathtaking a must see for every photographer

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Tucson Arizona

Tucson may not seem like a photographerrsquos haven and if you visit in July when the temperatures soar to over 100 degrees Fahrenheit it certainly wonrsquot feel like it either However the landscape of this often-forgotten city makes for some truly breathtaking sunsets and sunrises where flat land gives way to gorgeous mountains ensconced by sunlight

If you visit Tucson youll also find that it is an unlikely hotbed of culture and art With a history that goes back much further than many of its neighbors in the south west Tucson boasts remarkable architecture historic neighborhoods and museums not to mention the Mission San Xavier del Bac an 18th-century mission that is still functioning Whats more the city has a distinctly Western flavor in light of pervasive Native American and Mexican influences After the sun goes down yoursquoll also find art events and bars alive with music and bonding in a comfy college-town atmosphere which means that you can capture some great shots of people simply being themselves

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DIY Wall Decorations for Kids Room

Artists start young so here we want to show how you can nurture art into a child by decorating his room so he starts seeing and valuing creativity from his early days

This DIY tutorial is so easy to do that if you have elder children you can involve them in the process of making these awsome wall hangings Make a collage in minutes that will be an impressive surprise for everyone and give you a proud piece of original artwork to hang on the wall in your kids room

For this project yoursquoll need a color printer markers scissors glue 2 pieces of ordinary cardboard and 4 equal-sized colorfull cardboards or canvas

Step 1 PrintFind some awesome characters online by either browsing clipart in the PicsArt Shop or googling cartoon images Also print out some basic colors or patterns to cut into shapes If you dont like the color of your background cardboards or canvases you can either color them with paint or print out patterns to make your backgrounds more colorful

Step 2 CutCut out your characters carefully and glue them on cardboard Now cut out the cardboard in the shape of your characters Be sure to cut out shapes for the scenery of your collage like clouds and trees There is no need to glue them on an additional cardboard if you do not want to make them look 3D

Step 3 Create 3D ElementsIdentify some parts of the animals you want to highlight like tails eyes or ears Cut out two of those parts from cardboard and glue one over the other so that the one with patterns stays on top

Step 4 GlueGlue your shapes onto 4 pieces of cardboard Start with the scenery (trees and clouds) then glue on your characters then glue on their cool colored double-layered body parts to make them stand out As a result you will have 3D-like animals or any other items you want

Step 6 Draw Parts and Write MessagesYou can draw some fine elements into your collage using ordinary colorful markers You can also write a message on your collage with a marker Your creations are now ready to make your child smile

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Danielrsquos Twisted Animal Crime LineupGreat artists know how to turn heads with their art and that is certainly the case with PicsArtist of the Month Daniel (n3cr0n0m1c0n) However when he turns heads he turns them into something else Daniel has recently unveiled a series of photos that replace the head of a human body with various animal heads - the only exception being an awesome Star Wars stormtrooper helmet

In each photo of the series Daniels body dons a different head Nevertheless he is shown wearing the same clothes - a leather jacket with a zipper that runs diagonally across his torso into the side of his collar The thing about Danielrsquos photos is that the details of their construction work really well together to create a dark artistic vision with grungy undertones

Despite this odd synergy each photo is posed with a nonchalance that seems to undermine the strangeness of it all every shot displaying the emotional expression of a criminal lineup or mugshot The body takes on a neutral stance and the animal heads stare with vacant expressions as if silently counting the seconds for the camera shutter to click so they can walk off and do something else The overall emotional effect is weird uneasy slightly comic and extremely captivating

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PicsArtist Roxyrsquos Visceral Mobile ArtThe series of abstract portraits created by PicsArtist Roxy HArt (roxyhart) are gripping Not only is her artwork raw and emotionally charged but it is rendered in a unique artistic fashion - all on her mobile phone

At times Roxy mixes her drawings with photography blending the two togehter with a variety of brush strokes and textures Roxy does not hold back when she faces inner anguish as an artist but rather injects this emotion into her work

Nevertheless some of her portraits are less jarring possessing a softer more poetic touch In these portraits her frustration gives way to melancholy as she tones down stark reds and peppers her portraits with faded yellows purples and blues

Not long ago terms like ldquomobile artrdquo were easily dismissed by the fine art mainstream but PicsArtists like Roxy prove that a tablet or smartphone can be just as powerful as a canvas and paintbrush The following collection of portraits by Roxy illustrate that even without the traditional tools mobile artwork retains emotion and authenticity

INSPIRATION Drawing

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WHATS NEW

PicsArtrsquos Exciting New Features for iOS and Android Devices

PicsArt recently released some exciting updates for Android and iOS Most of the new features were available for both platforms but they had their slight differences

The update included two new effects Dodger and Vintage Ivory The former softens your photo with pale colors and ambient lighting while the latter is inspired by vintage color palettes and resolutions but with a new whiter and brighter twist

PicsArt also gave users the ability to customize the colors of PicsArt Masks with a new Hue slider Shape masks offer the opportunity to choose from a variety of shapes to overlay on your photos and they have been made even better recently - by adding the option to customize them by texture in addition to the previously available color and opacity

For a quick fix and speedy share of an image we introduced the Auto Enhance tool which automatically brings you the basic best version of your image while still allowing you to customize in small ways

In addition to these commonly shared updates the two platforms have some differences as well iOS users can now customize their collages by adjusting the inner borders and can choose from a whole new variety of pre-made grids iOS users will also be excited about our updates in the Social Network as written tags and usernames written out in comments or photo descriptions now automatically become links to what they are referencing This will make it easier for users to discover each other as well as trending tags

Donrsquot worry Android users you have some cool stuff too We know that photo stealing has become an issue in our network so we have removed the save option for photos Now only photos that have freetoedit tag can be saved and reused by others If you do not tag your miages with that tag no one will be able to save them We hope that this will help prevent photo theft and preserve the artistic rights of our creative userbase

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A Brief Introduction to Photo History

Although photography as we know it is among the youngest of the major art forms its history can be traced back to ancient times Chinese philosopher Mo-Zi discussed the principles of a camera obscura in the 4th or 5th century BCE For two thousand years it was known as a small dark room (or box) with a tiny hole in one wall through which light shone and projected an inverted image

During the late 1500s Giambattista della Portia perfected its design by adding a convex lens to the hole making a sharper more detailed image Camera obscuras allowed artists to trace a scene in ink for a more faithful reproduction

The Early Days of Image Processing

The 18th and 19th centuries saw a multitude of methods for image processing and creation In 1727 Johann Schulze mixed chalk silver and nitric acid - a very early photosensitive compound - noting that one side of the flask darkened when exposed to sunlight In 1816 Joseph Niceacutephore Nieacutepce created the worlds first photograph by coating a metal plate in a silver chloride solution and exposing it to light for 8 hours However he did not discover a way of permanently fixing

the image for another decadeWilliam Henry Fox Talbot applied Nieacutepces recipe to paper in 1834 fixing the images with a salt solution and eventually patenting the first paper negative as the ldquoCalotyperdquo in 1841

Meanwhile Louis Daguerre was creating the Daguerrotype by coating copper sheets in silver iodide creating a metal negative which he developed in a solution of mercury These two inventions lead to the creation of photography To that end on August 19 1839 the French government publicly acknowledged the invention of photography

The first glass negative was made by Frederick Scott Archer in 1851 using a wet plate collodion process During the 1850s the tintype photograph emerged this made the negative image appear positive by exposing it onto a dark-coloured metal sheet coated with collodion which made the shadows appear light and the highlights dark

In 1861 James Clerk-Maxwell realized that he could photograph a scene three times through a red blue and green filter and project the images on top of each other to create a full-colour image

Finally in 1871 Richard Leach Maddox suspended the silver solution in gelatin creating the dry emulsion which sent photography skyrocketing It was applied first to glass negatives but would later find its way onto the thin plastic film that made photography possible for the public at large

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The Photographic Boom

By 1878 glass plate negatives were being manufactured commercially and in 1880 George Eastman opened what would become the Eastman-Kodak company Within ten years he was producing roll film and in 1900 released the first personal camera the Kodak Brownie In 1907 the Lumiegravere Brothers released the first commercial colour film

Oscar Barnack working for Leitz microscopes pushed camera invention forward in 1914 with the first 35mm camera which was improved upon and released in 1924 as the first Leica camera 1936 saw the introduction of the modern SLR (single-lens reflex camera) as well as the legendary Kodachrome film which finally made colour photography popular Polaroid would release instant black-and-white film in 1948 followed by the colour version in 1963

Students from the Emerson School for GirlsSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

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Unidentified Woman in Nine Oval ViewsSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

Medium Daguerreotype

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The Digital Takeover

The first digital camera was invented in 1975 by Steve Sasson of Kodak using CCD sensor technology invented by Willard Boyle and George Smith in 1969 The birth of auto focus came with Minoltas Maxxum in 1985 paving the way for the worlds first commercially-available digital SLR ndash Kodaks 13 megapixel DCS-100 which sold in 1991 for $30000 USD Eight years later Nikon would wrestle away Kodaks dominance of the photo industry with the release of the D1 a 27MP model which went for a comparatively modest $6000

In 2003 Canon released the Digital Rebel the first consumer-level DSLR with a price tag under $1000 followed two years later by the first full-frame digital camera the 5D

Adobe hopped on the digital wave with the creation of Photoshop in 1990

A decade later the first camera phone was developed by Sharp in the early years of the new millennium Kodak ceased all production of film cameras in 2004 and even though the variety has been pared down they continue to produce film for the die-hard analog market

In the past ten years the major camera companies have focused their research and development almost entirely on improving their digital technology which has now begun to plateau The possibilities for future ingenuity now lay wide open with endless photographic possibilities waiting just over the horizon

The Reading EstablishmentAttributed to William Henry Fox Talbot (British 1800ndash1877)

Medium Salted paper prints from paper negatives

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Lola MontezSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

Medium Daguerreotype

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Lemuel ShawSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

Medium Daguerreotype

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Louis-Jacques-Mandeacute DaguerreJohn Jabez Edwin Mayall (British Oldham Lancashire 1813ndash1901 West Sussex)

Medium Albumen silver print from glass negative

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View Down Brattle Street from the Southworth amp Hawes Studio at 5 12 Tremont Row Boston

Southworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)Medium Daguerreotype

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Interview with Celebrity Photographer Jason Bell Having shot for publications like Vanity Fair Vogue photographed royals and had some of his work submitted into Britainrsquos National Portrait Gallery Jason Bell has cemented his place as one of the foremost portrait photographers of his generation He has published four books and received more accolades than we have room to mention In any case Jasonrsquos work is the gold-standard when it comes to peering past the face and into the soul of subject model or celebrity His work has fascinated us for some time so we interviewed him to learn more about his work and career

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INERVIEW

All images by and copyright of Jason Bell

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How did you become a photographer

I just always was I took pictures a lot as a child and then when I was at school I was given the keys to the school dark room which I remember finding a magical place It just carried on from there

You actually studied Politics Philosophy and Economics at Oxford and as of today you have photographed some of the most powerful individuals on earth from presidents to royals Is there a correlation there

I am a strong believer in researching the people I photograph so I think it helps that my education has given me an understanding of what some of them do

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What was it like to take the official christening photographs of Prince George

It was an honour to be asked Everyone kept telling me beforehand how nervous I would be and that I must be so stressed But I actually felt very relaxed throughout They gave me all the time I needed to prepare and were very friendly and relaxed I enjoyed it

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Many of your photos are part of the permanent collection of the National Portrait Gallery the United Kingdomrsquos official gallery for portraits of historical British people Your work is national history How does this feel

I try not to think of it in those terms but more about what I want to say about the person Irsquom photographing or what I can encourage them to reveal

Are there any portraits of yours in the National Portrait Gallery that stand out as favourites

My favourites tend to be favourites because they are people I have felt a particular connection with or even become friends with I try to do that with everyone I photograph but obviously it happens with some people more than others

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Yoursquove captured a lot of artists and entertainers as well What is it like photographing celebrities

I am lucky in that I photographed some famous people very early on in my career so I got used to it very quickly and it is not something that I find difficult to deal with at all now They are just people like everybody else and usually enjoy being treated as such

You did the movie posters for modern British classic like Billy Elliot and Love Actually How is shooting a movie poster different from capturing a portrait

It tends to be much more art directed so I have less freedom to just do what I want and have to follow a brief more carefully In those instances I try to follow that brief and then give them something in addition that they maybe didnrsquot know they wanted

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Have you ever photographed someone who had maybe been a role model of some kind for you or maybe just admired greatly

Yes - very early on in my career I was sent to Iceland to photograph Bjork I had been listening to that first album of hers all summer and so was a bit of a fan It actually kind of got in the way initially me being a fan and I had to get past that as quickly as possible to find the person I wanted to photograph

What was the most surreal moment you ever experienced during a photography shoot

I was shooting a campaign for the Royal Opera House of a Chinese opera singer called Liping Zhang in a beautiful area near the Mongolian border We were assured the weather would be OK since it was late spring but a freak snowstorm came through so we were all freezing and inappropriately dressed and we had to bundle her up in Chinese army coats to keep her warm and at the last moment there was so much snow we couldnrsquot even drive her to the spot where I wanted to photograph her so in order to get her there we had to rent a camel to put her on

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What advice would you give to amatuer photographers

Many of the students and amateurs who come to see me show me a little bit of everything That is unlikely to get you commissioned when you are starting out So I think itrsquos better to concentrate on one thing and do it very well at the beginning and then when that goes well you can branch out

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Bewitched by BlightA building in ruins hangs together by what seems like threads One of the upper floors sags precariously just inches above the head of a young woman who strolls absent-mindedly with a teddy-bear in hand It seems possible that at any moment the whole structure could come crashing down Lady Luck we presume

Danny Aguirre (danny-aguirre-142) is the PicsArtist responsible for this Photo of the Month entitled Lady Luck Aguirre edited this image to perfection transplanting a young lively and vibrant woman into a world of decay In this manner the photo speaks to us through contrast

Darkly lit ruins once full of life now sit forgotten surrounded by sick yellow skies The deteriorating building bears down on an unwary and carefree youth (Lady Luck) ambling at the mercy of its behemonth broken structure In this peculiar and eerie scene Aguirre captivates his audience while conveying the promise of the unexpected

In an ever-changing world Aguirre has captured the aesthetic beauty of a building that has passed its prime However in its old age the building has become something else entirely a peculiar and curious space open to imaginative interpretation This is perhaps the luck that the young lady pictured in the image and Aguirres audience have stumbled upon an unexpected opportunity to reflect on the present in light of the past Through his creative vision Aguirre allows us to study ourselves and the physical structures we leave behind for future generations

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A Photographerrsquos Guide to the US

The most unique shots in America and where to get them

Kelso San Dunes Mojave Desert

If yoursquore looking for a unique photography opportunity head for the Kelso Sand Dunes - mountainous piles of sand that seem to spring up from nowhere in the middle of the Mojave Desert The tallest dunes can rise up to 650 feet above the surrounding terrain In this setting a well-timed hike might allow you photograph the sunset from a phenomenal vantage point A couple words of caution be sure to take a flashlight in order to get back to your car and never go alone

If you donrsquot make it to the sand dunes dont despair The spectacular darkness of the Mojave desert translates into spectacular nighttime photography With almost no ambient light (apart from the stars and the vague glow over the horizon coming from Las Vegas) the Mojave is the perfect place to experiment with time lapse night shots and double exposures This is a surefire way to snap some fantastic shots

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The Redwood Forests California

If you drive down the west coast of California on Route 1 yoursquoll suddenly find yourself in a magical landscape of trees so tall that you feel like a tiny critter The redwood forests in California are truly a sight to behold and the deep ochre of the tree barks is spectacular to see

Driving through this area is fantastic but make sure that you park up and go exploring with your camera This is one of the best places for nature photography The way the light streams through the canopy in the late afternoon is nothing short of breathtaking a must see for every photographer

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Tucson Arizona

Tucson may not seem like a photographerrsquos haven and if you visit in July when the temperatures soar to over 100 degrees Fahrenheit it certainly wonrsquot feel like it either However the landscape of this often-forgotten city makes for some truly breathtaking sunsets and sunrises where flat land gives way to gorgeous mountains ensconced by sunlight

If you visit Tucson youll also find that it is an unlikely hotbed of culture and art With a history that goes back much further than many of its neighbors in the south west Tucson boasts remarkable architecture historic neighborhoods and museums not to mention the Mission San Xavier del Bac an 18th-century mission that is still functioning Whats more the city has a distinctly Western flavor in light of pervasive Native American and Mexican influences After the sun goes down yoursquoll also find art events and bars alive with music and bonding in a comfy college-town atmosphere which means that you can capture some great shots of people simply being themselves

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DIY Wall Decorations for Kids Room

Artists start young so here we want to show how you can nurture art into a child by decorating his room so he starts seeing and valuing creativity from his early days

This DIY tutorial is so easy to do that if you have elder children you can involve them in the process of making these awsome wall hangings Make a collage in minutes that will be an impressive surprise for everyone and give you a proud piece of original artwork to hang on the wall in your kids room

For this project yoursquoll need a color printer markers scissors glue 2 pieces of ordinary cardboard and 4 equal-sized colorfull cardboards or canvas

Step 1 PrintFind some awesome characters online by either browsing clipart in the PicsArt Shop or googling cartoon images Also print out some basic colors or patterns to cut into shapes If you dont like the color of your background cardboards or canvases you can either color them with paint or print out patterns to make your backgrounds more colorful

Step 2 CutCut out your characters carefully and glue them on cardboard Now cut out the cardboard in the shape of your characters Be sure to cut out shapes for the scenery of your collage like clouds and trees There is no need to glue them on an additional cardboard if you do not want to make them look 3D

Step 3 Create 3D ElementsIdentify some parts of the animals you want to highlight like tails eyes or ears Cut out two of those parts from cardboard and glue one over the other so that the one with patterns stays on top

Step 4 GlueGlue your shapes onto 4 pieces of cardboard Start with the scenery (trees and clouds) then glue on your characters then glue on their cool colored double-layered body parts to make them stand out As a result you will have 3D-like animals or any other items you want

Step 6 Draw Parts and Write MessagesYou can draw some fine elements into your collage using ordinary colorful markers You can also write a message on your collage with a marker Your creations are now ready to make your child smile

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Danielrsquos Twisted Animal Crime LineupGreat artists know how to turn heads with their art and that is certainly the case with PicsArtist of the Month Daniel (n3cr0n0m1c0n) However when he turns heads he turns them into something else Daniel has recently unveiled a series of photos that replace the head of a human body with various animal heads - the only exception being an awesome Star Wars stormtrooper helmet

In each photo of the series Daniels body dons a different head Nevertheless he is shown wearing the same clothes - a leather jacket with a zipper that runs diagonally across his torso into the side of his collar The thing about Danielrsquos photos is that the details of their construction work really well together to create a dark artistic vision with grungy undertones

Despite this odd synergy each photo is posed with a nonchalance that seems to undermine the strangeness of it all every shot displaying the emotional expression of a criminal lineup or mugshot The body takes on a neutral stance and the animal heads stare with vacant expressions as if silently counting the seconds for the camera shutter to click so they can walk off and do something else The overall emotional effect is weird uneasy slightly comic and extremely captivating

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PicsArtist Roxyrsquos Visceral Mobile ArtThe series of abstract portraits created by PicsArtist Roxy HArt (roxyhart) are gripping Not only is her artwork raw and emotionally charged but it is rendered in a unique artistic fashion - all on her mobile phone

At times Roxy mixes her drawings with photography blending the two togehter with a variety of brush strokes and textures Roxy does not hold back when she faces inner anguish as an artist but rather injects this emotion into her work

Nevertheless some of her portraits are less jarring possessing a softer more poetic touch In these portraits her frustration gives way to melancholy as she tones down stark reds and peppers her portraits with faded yellows purples and blues

Not long ago terms like ldquomobile artrdquo were easily dismissed by the fine art mainstream but PicsArtists like Roxy prove that a tablet or smartphone can be just as powerful as a canvas and paintbrush The following collection of portraits by Roxy illustrate that even without the traditional tools mobile artwork retains emotion and authenticity

INSPIRATION Drawing

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WHATS NEW

PicsArtrsquos Exciting New Features for iOS and Android Devices

PicsArt recently released some exciting updates for Android and iOS Most of the new features were available for both platforms but they had their slight differences

The update included two new effects Dodger and Vintage Ivory The former softens your photo with pale colors and ambient lighting while the latter is inspired by vintage color palettes and resolutions but with a new whiter and brighter twist

PicsArt also gave users the ability to customize the colors of PicsArt Masks with a new Hue slider Shape masks offer the opportunity to choose from a variety of shapes to overlay on your photos and they have been made even better recently - by adding the option to customize them by texture in addition to the previously available color and opacity

For a quick fix and speedy share of an image we introduced the Auto Enhance tool which automatically brings you the basic best version of your image while still allowing you to customize in small ways

In addition to these commonly shared updates the two platforms have some differences as well iOS users can now customize their collages by adjusting the inner borders and can choose from a whole new variety of pre-made grids iOS users will also be excited about our updates in the Social Network as written tags and usernames written out in comments or photo descriptions now automatically become links to what they are referencing This will make it easier for users to discover each other as well as trending tags

Donrsquot worry Android users you have some cool stuff too We know that photo stealing has become an issue in our network so we have removed the save option for photos Now only photos that have freetoedit tag can be saved and reused by others If you do not tag your miages with that tag no one will be able to save them We hope that this will help prevent photo theft and preserve the artistic rights of our creative userbase

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A Brief Introduction to Photo History

Although photography as we know it is among the youngest of the major art forms its history can be traced back to ancient times Chinese philosopher Mo-Zi discussed the principles of a camera obscura in the 4th or 5th century BCE For two thousand years it was known as a small dark room (or box) with a tiny hole in one wall through which light shone and projected an inverted image

During the late 1500s Giambattista della Portia perfected its design by adding a convex lens to the hole making a sharper more detailed image Camera obscuras allowed artists to trace a scene in ink for a more faithful reproduction

The Early Days of Image Processing

The 18th and 19th centuries saw a multitude of methods for image processing and creation In 1727 Johann Schulze mixed chalk silver and nitric acid - a very early photosensitive compound - noting that one side of the flask darkened when exposed to sunlight In 1816 Joseph Niceacutephore Nieacutepce created the worlds first photograph by coating a metal plate in a silver chloride solution and exposing it to light for 8 hours However he did not discover a way of permanently fixing

the image for another decadeWilliam Henry Fox Talbot applied Nieacutepces recipe to paper in 1834 fixing the images with a salt solution and eventually patenting the first paper negative as the ldquoCalotyperdquo in 1841

Meanwhile Louis Daguerre was creating the Daguerrotype by coating copper sheets in silver iodide creating a metal negative which he developed in a solution of mercury These two inventions lead to the creation of photography To that end on August 19 1839 the French government publicly acknowledged the invention of photography

The first glass negative was made by Frederick Scott Archer in 1851 using a wet plate collodion process During the 1850s the tintype photograph emerged this made the negative image appear positive by exposing it onto a dark-coloured metal sheet coated with collodion which made the shadows appear light and the highlights dark

In 1861 James Clerk-Maxwell realized that he could photograph a scene three times through a red blue and green filter and project the images on top of each other to create a full-colour image

Finally in 1871 Richard Leach Maddox suspended the silver solution in gelatin creating the dry emulsion which sent photography skyrocketing It was applied first to glass negatives but would later find its way onto the thin plastic film that made photography possible for the public at large

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The Photographic Boom

By 1878 glass plate negatives were being manufactured commercially and in 1880 George Eastman opened what would become the Eastman-Kodak company Within ten years he was producing roll film and in 1900 released the first personal camera the Kodak Brownie In 1907 the Lumiegravere Brothers released the first commercial colour film

Oscar Barnack working for Leitz microscopes pushed camera invention forward in 1914 with the first 35mm camera which was improved upon and released in 1924 as the first Leica camera 1936 saw the introduction of the modern SLR (single-lens reflex camera) as well as the legendary Kodachrome film which finally made colour photography popular Polaroid would release instant black-and-white film in 1948 followed by the colour version in 1963

Students from the Emerson School for GirlsSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

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Unidentified Woman in Nine Oval ViewsSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

Medium Daguerreotype

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The Digital Takeover

The first digital camera was invented in 1975 by Steve Sasson of Kodak using CCD sensor technology invented by Willard Boyle and George Smith in 1969 The birth of auto focus came with Minoltas Maxxum in 1985 paving the way for the worlds first commercially-available digital SLR ndash Kodaks 13 megapixel DCS-100 which sold in 1991 for $30000 USD Eight years later Nikon would wrestle away Kodaks dominance of the photo industry with the release of the D1 a 27MP model which went for a comparatively modest $6000

In 2003 Canon released the Digital Rebel the first consumer-level DSLR with a price tag under $1000 followed two years later by the first full-frame digital camera the 5D

Adobe hopped on the digital wave with the creation of Photoshop in 1990

A decade later the first camera phone was developed by Sharp in the early years of the new millennium Kodak ceased all production of film cameras in 2004 and even though the variety has been pared down they continue to produce film for the die-hard analog market

In the past ten years the major camera companies have focused their research and development almost entirely on improving their digital technology which has now begun to plateau The possibilities for future ingenuity now lay wide open with endless photographic possibilities waiting just over the horizon

The Reading EstablishmentAttributed to William Henry Fox Talbot (British 1800ndash1877)

Medium Salted paper prints from paper negatives

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Lola MontezSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

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Lemuel ShawSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

Medium Daguerreotype

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Louis-Jacques-Mandeacute DaguerreJohn Jabez Edwin Mayall (British Oldham Lancashire 1813ndash1901 West Sussex)

Medium Albumen silver print from glass negative

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View Down Brattle Street from the Southworth amp Hawes Studio at 5 12 Tremont Row Boston

Southworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)Medium Daguerreotype

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Interview with Celebrity Photographer Jason Bell Having shot for publications like Vanity Fair Vogue photographed royals and had some of his work submitted into Britainrsquos National Portrait Gallery Jason Bell has cemented his place as one of the foremost portrait photographers of his generation He has published four books and received more accolades than we have room to mention In any case Jasonrsquos work is the gold-standard when it comes to peering past the face and into the soul of subject model or celebrity His work has fascinated us for some time so we interviewed him to learn more about his work and career

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INERVIEW

All images by and copyright of Jason Bell

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How did you become a photographer

I just always was I took pictures a lot as a child and then when I was at school I was given the keys to the school dark room which I remember finding a magical place It just carried on from there

You actually studied Politics Philosophy and Economics at Oxford and as of today you have photographed some of the most powerful individuals on earth from presidents to royals Is there a correlation there

I am a strong believer in researching the people I photograph so I think it helps that my education has given me an understanding of what some of them do

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What was it like to take the official christening photographs of Prince George

It was an honour to be asked Everyone kept telling me beforehand how nervous I would be and that I must be so stressed But I actually felt very relaxed throughout They gave me all the time I needed to prepare and were very friendly and relaxed I enjoyed it

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Many of your photos are part of the permanent collection of the National Portrait Gallery the United Kingdomrsquos official gallery for portraits of historical British people Your work is national history How does this feel

I try not to think of it in those terms but more about what I want to say about the person Irsquom photographing or what I can encourage them to reveal

Are there any portraits of yours in the National Portrait Gallery that stand out as favourites

My favourites tend to be favourites because they are people I have felt a particular connection with or even become friends with I try to do that with everyone I photograph but obviously it happens with some people more than others

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Yoursquove captured a lot of artists and entertainers as well What is it like photographing celebrities

I am lucky in that I photographed some famous people very early on in my career so I got used to it very quickly and it is not something that I find difficult to deal with at all now They are just people like everybody else and usually enjoy being treated as such

You did the movie posters for modern British classic like Billy Elliot and Love Actually How is shooting a movie poster different from capturing a portrait

It tends to be much more art directed so I have less freedom to just do what I want and have to follow a brief more carefully In those instances I try to follow that brief and then give them something in addition that they maybe didnrsquot know they wanted

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Have you ever photographed someone who had maybe been a role model of some kind for you or maybe just admired greatly

Yes - very early on in my career I was sent to Iceland to photograph Bjork I had been listening to that first album of hers all summer and so was a bit of a fan It actually kind of got in the way initially me being a fan and I had to get past that as quickly as possible to find the person I wanted to photograph

What was the most surreal moment you ever experienced during a photography shoot

I was shooting a campaign for the Royal Opera House of a Chinese opera singer called Liping Zhang in a beautiful area near the Mongolian border We were assured the weather would be OK since it was late spring but a freak snowstorm came through so we were all freezing and inappropriately dressed and we had to bundle her up in Chinese army coats to keep her warm and at the last moment there was so much snow we couldnrsquot even drive her to the spot where I wanted to photograph her so in order to get her there we had to rent a camel to put her on

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What advice would you give to amatuer photographers

Many of the students and amateurs who come to see me show me a little bit of everything That is unlikely to get you commissioned when you are starting out So I think itrsquos better to concentrate on one thing and do it very well at the beginning and then when that goes well you can branch out

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Bewitched by BlightA building in ruins hangs together by what seems like threads One of the upper floors sags precariously just inches above the head of a young woman who strolls absent-mindedly with a teddy-bear in hand It seems possible that at any moment the whole structure could come crashing down Lady Luck we presume

Danny Aguirre (danny-aguirre-142) is the PicsArtist responsible for this Photo of the Month entitled Lady Luck Aguirre edited this image to perfection transplanting a young lively and vibrant woman into a world of decay In this manner the photo speaks to us through contrast

Darkly lit ruins once full of life now sit forgotten surrounded by sick yellow skies The deteriorating building bears down on an unwary and carefree youth (Lady Luck) ambling at the mercy of its behemonth broken structure In this peculiar and eerie scene Aguirre captivates his audience while conveying the promise of the unexpected

In an ever-changing world Aguirre has captured the aesthetic beauty of a building that has passed its prime However in its old age the building has become something else entirely a peculiar and curious space open to imaginative interpretation This is perhaps the luck that the young lady pictured in the image and Aguirres audience have stumbled upon an unexpected opportunity to reflect on the present in light of the past Through his creative vision Aguirre allows us to study ourselves and the physical structures we leave behind for future generations

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A Photographerrsquos Guide to the US

The most unique shots in America and where to get them

Kelso San Dunes Mojave Desert

If yoursquore looking for a unique photography opportunity head for the Kelso Sand Dunes - mountainous piles of sand that seem to spring up from nowhere in the middle of the Mojave Desert The tallest dunes can rise up to 650 feet above the surrounding terrain In this setting a well-timed hike might allow you photograph the sunset from a phenomenal vantage point A couple words of caution be sure to take a flashlight in order to get back to your car and never go alone

If you donrsquot make it to the sand dunes dont despair The spectacular darkness of the Mojave desert translates into spectacular nighttime photography With almost no ambient light (apart from the stars and the vague glow over the horizon coming from Las Vegas) the Mojave is the perfect place to experiment with time lapse night shots and double exposures This is a surefire way to snap some fantastic shots

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The Redwood Forests California

If you drive down the west coast of California on Route 1 yoursquoll suddenly find yourself in a magical landscape of trees so tall that you feel like a tiny critter The redwood forests in California are truly a sight to behold and the deep ochre of the tree barks is spectacular to see

Driving through this area is fantastic but make sure that you park up and go exploring with your camera This is one of the best places for nature photography The way the light streams through the canopy in the late afternoon is nothing short of breathtaking a must see for every photographer

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Tucson Arizona

Tucson may not seem like a photographerrsquos haven and if you visit in July when the temperatures soar to over 100 degrees Fahrenheit it certainly wonrsquot feel like it either However the landscape of this often-forgotten city makes for some truly breathtaking sunsets and sunrises where flat land gives way to gorgeous mountains ensconced by sunlight

If you visit Tucson youll also find that it is an unlikely hotbed of culture and art With a history that goes back much further than many of its neighbors in the south west Tucson boasts remarkable architecture historic neighborhoods and museums not to mention the Mission San Xavier del Bac an 18th-century mission that is still functioning Whats more the city has a distinctly Western flavor in light of pervasive Native American and Mexican influences After the sun goes down yoursquoll also find art events and bars alive with music and bonding in a comfy college-town atmosphere which means that you can capture some great shots of people simply being themselves

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DIY Wall Decorations for Kids Room

Artists start young so here we want to show how you can nurture art into a child by decorating his room so he starts seeing and valuing creativity from his early days

This DIY tutorial is so easy to do that if you have elder children you can involve them in the process of making these awsome wall hangings Make a collage in minutes that will be an impressive surprise for everyone and give you a proud piece of original artwork to hang on the wall in your kids room

For this project yoursquoll need a color printer markers scissors glue 2 pieces of ordinary cardboard and 4 equal-sized colorfull cardboards or canvas

Step 1 PrintFind some awesome characters online by either browsing clipart in the PicsArt Shop or googling cartoon images Also print out some basic colors or patterns to cut into shapes If you dont like the color of your background cardboards or canvases you can either color them with paint or print out patterns to make your backgrounds more colorful

Step 2 CutCut out your characters carefully and glue them on cardboard Now cut out the cardboard in the shape of your characters Be sure to cut out shapes for the scenery of your collage like clouds and trees There is no need to glue them on an additional cardboard if you do not want to make them look 3D

Step 3 Create 3D ElementsIdentify some parts of the animals you want to highlight like tails eyes or ears Cut out two of those parts from cardboard and glue one over the other so that the one with patterns stays on top

Step 4 GlueGlue your shapes onto 4 pieces of cardboard Start with the scenery (trees and clouds) then glue on your characters then glue on their cool colored double-layered body parts to make them stand out As a result you will have 3D-like animals or any other items you want

Step 6 Draw Parts and Write MessagesYou can draw some fine elements into your collage using ordinary colorful markers You can also write a message on your collage with a marker Your creations are now ready to make your child smile

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Danielrsquos Twisted Animal Crime LineupGreat artists know how to turn heads with their art and that is certainly the case with PicsArtist of the Month Daniel (n3cr0n0m1c0n) However when he turns heads he turns them into something else Daniel has recently unveiled a series of photos that replace the head of a human body with various animal heads - the only exception being an awesome Star Wars stormtrooper helmet

In each photo of the series Daniels body dons a different head Nevertheless he is shown wearing the same clothes - a leather jacket with a zipper that runs diagonally across his torso into the side of his collar The thing about Danielrsquos photos is that the details of their construction work really well together to create a dark artistic vision with grungy undertones

Despite this odd synergy each photo is posed with a nonchalance that seems to undermine the strangeness of it all every shot displaying the emotional expression of a criminal lineup or mugshot The body takes on a neutral stance and the animal heads stare with vacant expressions as if silently counting the seconds for the camera shutter to click so they can walk off and do something else The overall emotional effect is weird uneasy slightly comic and extremely captivating

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FEATURE Artist

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WHATS NEW

PicsArtrsquos Exciting New Features for iOS and Android Devices

PicsArt recently released some exciting updates for Android and iOS Most of the new features were available for both platforms but they had their slight differences

The update included two new effects Dodger and Vintage Ivory The former softens your photo with pale colors and ambient lighting while the latter is inspired by vintage color palettes and resolutions but with a new whiter and brighter twist

PicsArt also gave users the ability to customize the colors of PicsArt Masks with a new Hue slider Shape masks offer the opportunity to choose from a variety of shapes to overlay on your photos and they have been made even better recently - by adding the option to customize them by texture in addition to the previously available color and opacity

For a quick fix and speedy share of an image we introduced the Auto Enhance tool which automatically brings you the basic best version of your image while still allowing you to customize in small ways

In addition to these commonly shared updates the two platforms have some differences as well iOS users can now customize their collages by adjusting the inner borders and can choose from a whole new variety of pre-made grids iOS users will also be excited about our updates in the Social Network as written tags and usernames written out in comments or photo descriptions now automatically become links to what they are referencing This will make it easier for users to discover each other as well as trending tags

Donrsquot worry Android users you have some cool stuff too We know that photo stealing has become an issue in our network so we have removed the save option for photos Now only photos that have freetoedit tag can be saved and reused by others If you do not tag your miages with that tag no one will be able to save them We hope that this will help prevent photo theft and preserve the artistic rights of our creative userbase

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A Brief Introduction to Photo History

Although photography as we know it is among the youngest of the major art forms its history can be traced back to ancient times Chinese philosopher Mo-Zi discussed the principles of a camera obscura in the 4th or 5th century BCE For two thousand years it was known as a small dark room (or box) with a tiny hole in one wall through which light shone and projected an inverted image

During the late 1500s Giambattista della Portia perfected its design by adding a convex lens to the hole making a sharper more detailed image Camera obscuras allowed artists to trace a scene in ink for a more faithful reproduction

The Early Days of Image Processing

The 18th and 19th centuries saw a multitude of methods for image processing and creation In 1727 Johann Schulze mixed chalk silver and nitric acid - a very early photosensitive compound - noting that one side of the flask darkened when exposed to sunlight In 1816 Joseph Niceacutephore Nieacutepce created the worlds first photograph by coating a metal plate in a silver chloride solution and exposing it to light for 8 hours However he did not discover a way of permanently fixing

the image for another decadeWilliam Henry Fox Talbot applied Nieacutepces recipe to paper in 1834 fixing the images with a salt solution and eventually patenting the first paper negative as the ldquoCalotyperdquo in 1841

Meanwhile Louis Daguerre was creating the Daguerrotype by coating copper sheets in silver iodide creating a metal negative which he developed in a solution of mercury These two inventions lead to the creation of photography To that end on August 19 1839 the French government publicly acknowledged the invention of photography

The first glass negative was made by Frederick Scott Archer in 1851 using a wet plate collodion process During the 1850s the tintype photograph emerged this made the negative image appear positive by exposing it onto a dark-coloured metal sheet coated with collodion which made the shadows appear light and the highlights dark

In 1861 James Clerk-Maxwell realized that he could photograph a scene three times through a red blue and green filter and project the images on top of each other to create a full-colour image

Finally in 1871 Richard Leach Maddox suspended the silver solution in gelatin creating the dry emulsion which sent photography skyrocketing It was applied first to glass negatives but would later find its way onto the thin plastic film that made photography possible for the public at large

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The Photographic Boom

By 1878 glass plate negatives were being manufactured commercially and in 1880 George Eastman opened what would become the Eastman-Kodak company Within ten years he was producing roll film and in 1900 released the first personal camera the Kodak Brownie In 1907 the Lumiegravere Brothers released the first commercial colour film

Oscar Barnack working for Leitz microscopes pushed camera invention forward in 1914 with the first 35mm camera which was improved upon and released in 1924 as the first Leica camera 1936 saw the introduction of the modern SLR (single-lens reflex camera) as well as the legendary Kodachrome film which finally made colour photography popular Polaroid would release instant black-and-white film in 1948 followed by the colour version in 1963

Students from the Emerson School for GirlsSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

Medium Daguerreotype

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Unidentified Woman in Nine Oval ViewsSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

Medium Daguerreotype

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The Digital Takeover

The first digital camera was invented in 1975 by Steve Sasson of Kodak using CCD sensor technology invented by Willard Boyle and George Smith in 1969 The birth of auto focus came with Minoltas Maxxum in 1985 paving the way for the worlds first commercially-available digital SLR ndash Kodaks 13 megapixel DCS-100 which sold in 1991 for $30000 USD Eight years later Nikon would wrestle away Kodaks dominance of the photo industry with the release of the D1 a 27MP model which went for a comparatively modest $6000

In 2003 Canon released the Digital Rebel the first consumer-level DSLR with a price tag under $1000 followed two years later by the first full-frame digital camera the 5D

Adobe hopped on the digital wave with the creation of Photoshop in 1990

A decade later the first camera phone was developed by Sharp in the early years of the new millennium Kodak ceased all production of film cameras in 2004 and even though the variety has been pared down they continue to produce film for the die-hard analog market

In the past ten years the major camera companies have focused their research and development almost entirely on improving their digital technology which has now begun to plateau The possibilities for future ingenuity now lay wide open with endless photographic possibilities waiting just over the horizon

The Reading EstablishmentAttributed to William Henry Fox Talbot (British 1800ndash1877)

Medium Salted paper prints from paper negatives

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Lola MontezSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

Medium Daguerreotype

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Lemuel ShawSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

Medium Daguerreotype

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Louis-Jacques-Mandeacute DaguerreJohn Jabez Edwin Mayall (British Oldham Lancashire 1813ndash1901 West Sussex)

Medium Albumen silver print from glass negative

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View Down Brattle Street from the Southworth amp Hawes Studio at 5 12 Tremont Row Boston

Southworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)Medium Daguerreotype

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Interview with Celebrity Photographer Jason Bell Having shot for publications like Vanity Fair Vogue photographed royals and had some of his work submitted into Britainrsquos National Portrait Gallery Jason Bell has cemented his place as one of the foremost portrait photographers of his generation He has published four books and received more accolades than we have room to mention In any case Jasonrsquos work is the gold-standard when it comes to peering past the face and into the soul of subject model or celebrity His work has fascinated us for some time so we interviewed him to learn more about his work and career

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INERVIEW

All images by and copyright of Jason Bell

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How did you become a photographer

I just always was I took pictures a lot as a child and then when I was at school I was given the keys to the school dark room which I remember finding a magical place It just carried on from there

You actually studied Politics Philosophy and Economics at Oxford and as of today you have photographed some of the most powerful individuals on earth from presidents to royals Is there a correlation there

I am a strong believer in researching the people I photograph so I think it helps that my education has given me an understanding of what some of them do

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What was it like to take the official christening photographs of Prince George

It was an honour to be asked Everyone kept telling me beforehand how nervous I would be and that I must be so stressed But I actually felt very relaxed throughout They gave me all the time I needed to prepare and were very friendly and relaxed I enjoyed it

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Many of your photos are part of the permanent collection of the National Portrait Gallery the United Kingdomrsquos official gallery for portraits of historical British people Your work is national history How does this feel

I try not to think of it in those terms but more about what I want to say about the person Irsquom photographing or what I can encourage them to reveal

Are there any portraits of yours in the National Portrait Gallery that stand out as favourites

My favourites tend to be favourites because they are people I have felt a particular connection with or even become friends with I try to do that with everyone I photograph but obviously it happens with some people more than others

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Yoursquove captured a lot of artists and entertainers as well What is it like photographing celebrities

I am lucky in that I photographed some famous people very early on in my career so I got used to it very quickly and it is not something that I find difficult to deal with at all now They are just people like everybody else and usually enjoy being treated as such

You did the movie posters for modern British classic like Billy Elliot and Love Actually How is shooting a movie poster different from capturing a portrait

It tends to be much more art directed so I have less freedom to just do what I want and have to follow a brief more carefully In those instances I try to follow that brief and then give them something in addition that they maybe didnrsquot know they wanted

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Have you ever photographed someone who had maybe been a role model of some kind for you or maybe just admired greatly

Yes - very early on in my career I was sent to Iceland to photograph Bjork I had been listening to that first album of hers all summer and so was a bit of a fan It actually kind of got in the way initially me being a fan and I had to get past that as quickly as possible to find the person I wanted to photograph

What was the most surreal moment you ever experienced during a photography shoot

I was shooting a campaign for the Royal Opera House of a Chinese opera singer called Liping Zhang in a beautiful area near the Mongolian border We were assured the weather would be OK since it was late spring but a freak snowstorm came through so we were all freezing and inappropriately dressed and we had to bundle her up in Chinese army coats to keep her warm and at the last moment there was so much snow we couldnrsquot even drive her to the spot where I wanted to photograph her so in order to get her there we had to rent a camel to put her on

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What advice would you give to amatuer photographers

Many of the students and amateurs who come to see me show me a little bit of everything That is unlikely to get you commissioned when you are starting out So I think itrsquos better to concentrate on one thing and do it very well at the beginning and then when that goes well you can branch out

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Bewitched by BlightA building in ruins hangs together by what seems like threads One of the upper floors sags precariously just inches above the head of a young woman who strolls absent-mindedly with a teddy-bear in hand It seems possible that at any moment the whole structure could come crashing down Lady Luck we presume

Danny Aguirre (danny-aguirre-142) is the PicsArtist responsible for this Photo of the Month entitled Lady Luck Aguirre edited this image to perfection transplanting a young lively and vibrant woman into a world of decay In this manner the photo speaks to us through contrast

Darkly lit ruins once full of life now sit forgotten surrounded by sick yellow skies The deteriorating building bears down on an unwary and carefree youth (Lady Luck) ambling at the mercy of its behemonth broken structure In this peculiar and eerie scene Aguirre captivates his audience while conveying the promise of the unexpected

In an ever-changing world Aguirre has captured the aesthetic beauty of a building that has passed its prime However in its old age the building has become something else entirely a peculiar and curious space open to imaginative interpretation This is perhaps the luck that the young lady pictured in the image and Aguirres audience have stumbled upon an unexpected opportunity to reflect on the present in light of the past Through his creative vision Aguirre allows us to study ourselves and the physical structures we leave behind for future generations

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A Photographerrsquos Guide to the US

The most unique shots in America and where to get them

Kelso San Dunes Mojave Desert

If yoursquore looking for a unique photography opportunity head for the Kelso Sand Dunes - mountainous piles of sand that seem to spring up from nowhere in the middle of the Mojave Desert The tallest dunes can rise up to 650 feet above the surrounding terrain In this setting a well-timed hike might allow you photograph the sunset from a phenomenal vantage point A couple words of caution be sure to take a flashlight in order to get back to your car and never go alone

If you donrsquot make it to the sand dunes dont despair The spectacular darkness of the Mojave desert translates into spectacular nighttime photography With almost no ambient light (apart from the stars and the vague glow over the horizon coming from Las Vegas) the Mojave is the perfect place to experiment with time lapse night shots and double exposures This is a surefire way to snap some fantastic shots

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The Redwood Forests California

If you drive down the west coast of California on Route 1 yoursquoll suddenly find yourself in a magical landscape of trees so tall that you feel like a tiny critter The redwood forests in California are truly a sight to behold and the deep ochre of the tree barks is spectacular to see

Driving through this area is fantastic but make sure that you park up and go exploring with your camera This is one of the best places for nature photography The way the light streams through the canopy in the late afternoon is nothing short of breathtaking a must see for every photographer

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Tucson Arizona

Tucson may not seem like a photographerrsquos haven and if you visit in July when the temperatures soar to over 100 degrees Fahrenheit it certainly wonrsquot feel like it either However the landscape of this often-forgotten city makes for some truly breathtaking sunsets and sunrises where flat land gives way to gorgeous mountains ensconced by sunlight

If you visit Tucson youll also find that it is an unlikely hotbed of culture and art With a history that goes back much further than many of its neighbors in the south west Tucson boasts remarkable architecture historic neighborhoods and museums not to mention the Mission San Xavier del Bac an 18th-century mission that is still functioning Whats more the city has a distinctly Western flavor in light of pervasive Native American and Mexican influences After the sun goes down yoursquoll also find art events and bars alive with music and bonding in a comfy college-town atmosphere which means that you can capture some great shots of people simply being themselves

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DIY Wall Decorations for Kids Room

Artists start young so here we want to show how you can nurture art into a child by decorating his room so he starts seeing and valuing creativity from his early days

This DIY tutorial is so easy to do that if you have elder children you can involve them in the process of making these awsome wall hangings Make a collage in minutes that will be an impressive surprise for everyone and give you a proud piece of original artwork to hang on the wall in your kids room

For this project yoursquoll need a color printer markers scissors glue 2 pieces of ordinary cardboard and 4 equal-sized colorfull cardboards or canvas

Step 1 PrintFind some awesome characters online by either browsing clipart in the PicsArt Shop or googling cartoon images Also print out some basic colors or patterns to cut into shapes If you dont like the color of your background cardboards or canvases you can either color them with paint or print out patterns to make your backgrounds more colorful

Step 2 CutCut out your characters carefully and glue them on cardboard Now cut out the cardboard in the shape of your characters Be sure to cut out shapes for the scenery of your collage like clouds and trees There is no need to glue them on an additional cardboard if you do not want to make them look 3D

Step 3 Create 3D ElementsIdentify some parts of the animals you want to highlight like tails eyes or ears Cut out two of those parts from cardboard and glue one over the other so that the one with patterns stays on top

Step 4 GlueGlue your shapes onto 4 pieces of cardboard Start with the scenery (trees and clouds) then glue on your characters then glue on their cool colored double-layered body parts to make them stand out As a result you will have 3D-like animals or any other items you want

Step 6 Draw Parts and Write MessagesYou can draw some fine elements into your collage using ordinary colorful markers You can also write a message on your collage with a marker Your creations are now ready to make your child smile

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Danielrsquos Twisted Animal Crime LineupGreat artists know how to turn heads with their art and that is certainly the case with PicsArtist of the Month Daniel (n3cr0n0m1c0n) However when he turns heads he turns them into something else Daniel has recently unveiled a series of photos that replace the head of a human body with various animal heads - the only exception being an awesome Star Wars stormtrooper helmet

In each photo of the series Daniels body dons a different head Nevertheless he is shown wearing the same clothes - a leather jacket with a zipper that runs diagonally across his torso into the side of his collar The thing about Danielrsquos photos is that the details of their construction work really well together to create a dark artistic vision with grungy undertones

Despite this odd synergy each photo is posed with a nonchalance that seems to undermine the strangeness of it all every shot displaying the emotional expression of a criminal lineup or mugshot The body takes on a neutral stance and the animal heads stare with vacant expressions as if silently counting the seconds for the camera shutter to click so they can walk off and do something else The overall emotional effect is weird uneasy slightly comic and extremely captivating

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WHATS NEW

PicsArtrsquos Exciting New Features for iOS and Android Devices

PicsArt recently released some exciting updates for Android and iOS Most of the new features were available for both platforms but they had their slight differences

The update included two new effects Dodger and Vintage Ivory The former softens your photo with pale colors and ambient lighting while the latter is inspired by vintage color palettes and resolutions but with a new whiter and brighter twist

PicsArt also gave users the ability to customize the colors of PicsArt Masks with a new Hue slider Shape masks offer the opportunity to choose from a variety of shapes to overlay on your photos and they have been made even better recently - by adding the option to customize them by texture in addition to the previously available color and opacity

For a quick fix and speedy share of an image we introduced the Auto Enhance tool which automatically brings you the basic best version of your image while still allowing you to customize in small ways

In addition to these commonly shared updates the two platforms have some differences as well iOS users can now customize their collages by adjusting the inner borders and can choose from a whole new variety of pre-made grids iOS users will also be excited about our updates in the Social Network as written tags and usernames written out in comments or photo descriptions now automatically become links to what they are referencing This will make it easier for users to discover each other as well as trending tags

Donrsquot worry Android users you have some cool stuff too We know that photo stealing has become an issue in our network so we have removed the save option for photos Now only photos that have freetoedit tag can be saved and reused by others If you do not tag your miages with that tag no one will be able to save them We hope that this will help prevent photo theft and preserve the artistic rights of our creative userbase

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A Brief Introduction to Photo History

Although photography as we know it is among the youngest of the major art forms its history can be traced back to ancient times Chinese philosopher Mo-Zi discussed the principles of a camera obscura in the 4th or 5th century BCE For two thousand years it was known as a small dark room (or box) with a tiny hole in one wall through which light shone and projected an inverted image

During the late 1500s Giambattista della Portia perfected its design by adding a convex lens to the hole making a sharper more detailed image Camera obscuras allowed artists to trace a scene in ink for a more faithful reproduction

The Early Days of Image Processing

The 18th and 19th centuries saw a multitude of methods for image processing and creation In 1727 Johann Schulze mixed chalk silver and nitric acid - a very early photosensitive compound - noting that one side of the flask darkened when exposed to sunlight In 1816 Joseph Niceacutephore Nieacutepce created the worlds first photograph by coating a metal plate in a silver chloride solution and exposing it to light for 8 hours However he did not discover a way of permanently fixing

the image for another decadeWilliam Henry Fox Talbot applied Nieacutepces recipe to paper in 1834 fixing the images with a salt solution and eventually patenting the first paper negative as the ldquoCalotyperdquo in 1841

Meanwhile Louis Daguerre was creating the Daguerrotype by coating copper sheets in silver iodide creating a metal negative which he developed in a solution of mercury These two inventions lead to the creation of photography To that end on August 19 1839 the French government publicly acknowledged the invention of photography

The first glass negative was made by Frederick Scott Archer in 1851 using a wet plate collodion process During the 1850s the tintype photograph emerged this made the negative image appear positive by exposing it onto a dark-coloured metal sheet coated with collodion which made the shadows appear light and the highlights dark

In 1861 James Clerk-Maxwell realized that he could photograph a scene three times through a red blue and green filter and project the images on top of each other to create a full-colour image

Finally in 1871 Richard Leach Maddox suspended the silver solution in gelatin creating the dry emulsion which sent photography skyrocketing It was applied first to glass negatives but would later find its way onto the thin plastic film that made photography possible for the public at large

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The Photographic Boom

By 1878 glass plate negatives were being manufactured commercially and in 1880 George Eastman opened what would become the Eastman-Kodak company Within ten years he was producing roll film and in 1900 released the first personal camera the Kodak Brownie In 1907 the Lumiegravere Brothers released the first commercial colour film

Oscar Barnack working for Leitz microscopes pushed camera invention forward in 1914 with the first 35mm camera which was improved upon and released in 1924 as the first Leica camera 1936 saw the introduction of the modern SLR (single-lens reflex camera) as well as the legendary Kodachrome film which finally made colour photography popular Polaroid would release instant black-and-white film in 1948 followed by the colour version in 1963

Students from the Emerson School for GirlsSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

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Unidentified Woman in Nine Oval ViewsSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

Medium Daguerreotype

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The Digital Takeover

The first digital camera was invented in 1975 by Steve Sasson of Kodak using CCD sensor technology invented by Willard Boyle and George Smith in 1969 The birth of auto focus came with Minoltas Maxxum in 1985 paving the way for the worlds first commercially-available digital SLR ndash Kodaks 13 megapixel DCS-100 which sold in 1991 for $30000 USD Eight years later Nikon would wrestle away Kodaks dominance of the photo industry with the release of the D1 a 27MP model which went for a comparatively modest $6000

In 2003 Canon released the Digital Rebel the first consumer-level DSLR with a price tag under $1000 followed two years later by the first full-frame digital camera the 5D

Adobe hopped on the digital wave with the creation of Photoshop in 1990

A decade later the first camera phone was developed by Sharp in the early years of the new millennium Kodak ceased all production of film cameras in 2004 and even though the variety has been pared down they continue to produce film for the die-hard analog market

In the past ten years the major camera companies have focused their research and development almost entirely on improving their digital technology which has now begun to plateau The possibilities for future ingenuity now lay wide open with endless photographic possibilities waiting just over the horizon

The Reading EstablishmentAttributed to William Henry Fox Talbot (British 1800ndash1877)

Medium Salted paper prints from paper negatives

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Lola MontezSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

Medium Daguerreotype

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Lemuel ShawSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

Medium Daguerreotype

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Louis-Jacques-Mandeacute DaguerreJohn Jabez Edwin Mayall (British Oldham Lancashire 1813ndash1901 West Sussex)

Medium Albumen silver print from glass negative

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View Down Brattle Street from the Southworth amp Hawes Studio at 5 12 Tremont Row Boston

Southworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)Medium Daguerreotype

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Interview with Celebrity Photographer Jason Bell Having shot for publications like Vanity Fair Vogue photographed royals and had some of his work submitted into Britainrsquos National Portrait Gallery Jason Bell has cemented his place as one of the foremost portrait photographers of his generation He has published four books and received more accolades than we have room to mention In any case Jasonrsquos work is the gold-standard when it comes to peering past the face and into the soul of subject model or celebrity His work has fascinated us for some time so we interviewed him to learn more about his work and career

PicsArt Monthly | 83

INERVIEW

All images by and copyright of Jason Bell

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How did you become a photographer

I just always was I took pictures a lot as a child and then when I was at school I was given the keys to the school dark room which I remember finding a magical place It just carried on from there

You actually studied Politics Philosophy and Economics at Oxford and as of today you have photographed some of the most powerful individuals on earth from presidents to royals Is there a correlation there

I am a strong believer in researching the people I photograph so I think it helps that my education has given me an understanding of what some of them do

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What was it like to take the official christening photographs of Prince George

It was an honour to be asked Everyone kept telling me beforehand how nervous I would be and that I must be so stressed But I actually felt very relaxed throughout They gave me all the time I needed to prepare and were very friendly and relaxed I enjoyed it

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Many of your photos are part of the permanent collection of the National Portrait Gallery the United Kingdomrsquos official gallery for portraits of historical British people Your work is national history How does this feel

I try not to think of it in those terms but more about what I want to say about the person Irsquom photographing or what I can encourage them to reveal

Are there any portraits of yours in the National Portrait Gallery that stand out as favourites

My favourites tend to be favourites because they are people I have felt a particular connection with or even become friends with I try to do that with everyone I photograph but obviously it happens with some people more than others

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Yoursquove captured a lot of artists and entertainers as well What is it like photographing celebrities

I am lucky in that I photographed some famous people very early on in my career so I got used to it very quickly and it is not something that I find difficult to deal with at all now They are just people like everybody else and usually enjoy being treated as such

You did the movie posters for modern British classic like Billy Elliot and Love Actually How is shooting a movie poster different from capturing a portrait

It tends to be much more art directed so I have less freedom to just do what I want and have to follow a brief more carefully In those instances I try to follow that brief and then give them something in addition that they maybe didnrsquot know they wanted

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Have you ever photographed someone who had maybe been a role model of some kind for you or maybe just admired greatly

Yes - very early on in my career I was sent to Iceland to photograph Bjork I had been listening to that first album of hers all summer and so was a bit of a fan It actually kind of got in the way initially me being a fan and I had to get past that as quickly as possible to find the person I wanted to photograph

What was the most surreal moment you ever experienced during a photography shoot

I was shooting a campaign for the Royal Opera House of a Chinese opera singer called Liping Zhang in a beautiful area near the Mongolian border We were assured the weather would be OK since it was late spring but a freak snowstorm came through so we were all freezing and inappropriately dressed and we had to bundle her up in Chinese army coats to keep her warm and at the last moment there was so much snow we couldnrsquot even drive her to the spot where I wanted to photograph her so in order to get her there we had to rent a camel to put her on

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What advice would you give to amatuer photographers

Many of the students and amateurs who come to see me show me a little bit of everything That is unlikely to get you commissioned when you are starting out So I think itrsquos better to concentrate on one thing and do it very well at the beginning and then when that goes well you can branch out

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Bewitched by BlightA building in ruins hangs together by what seems like threads One of the upper floors sags precariously just inches above the head of a young woman who strolls absent-mindedly with a teddy-bear in hand It seems possible that at any moment the whole structure could come crashing down Lady Luck we presume

Danny Aguirre (danny-aguirre-142) is the PicsArtist responsible for this Photo of the Month entitled Lady Luck Aguirre edited this image to perfection transplanting a young lively and vibrant woman into a world of decay In this manner the photo speaks to us through contrast

Darkly lit ruins once full of life now sit forgotten surrounded by sick yellow skies The deteriorating building bears down on an unwary and carefree youth (Lady Luck) ambling at the mercy of its behemonth broken structure In this peculiar and eerie scene Aguirre captivates his audience while conveying the promise of the unexpected

In an ever-changing world Aguirre has captured the aesthetic beauty of a building that has passed its prime However in its old age the building has become something else entirely a peculiar and curious space open to imaginative interpretation This is perhaps the luck that the young lady pictured in the image and Aguirres audience have stumbled upon an unexpected opportunity to reflect on the present in light of the past Through his creative vision Aguirre allows us to study ourselves and the physical structures we leave behind for future generations

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A Photographerrsquos Guide to the US

The most unique shots in America and where to get them

Kelso San Dunes Mojave Desert

If yoursquore looking for a unique photography opportunity head for the Kelso Sand Dunes - mountainous piles of sand that seem to spring up from nowhere in the middle of the Mojave Desert The tallest dunes can rise up to 650 feet above the surrounding terrain In this setting a well-timed hike might allow you photograph the sunset from a phenomenal vantage point A couple words of caution be sure to take a flashlight in order to get back to your car and never go alone

If you donrsquot make it to the sand dunes dont despair The spectacular darkness of the Mojave desert translates into spectacular nighttime photography With almost no ambient light (apart from the stars and the vague glow over the horizon coming from Las Vegas) the Mojave is the perfect place to experiment with time lapse night shots and double exposures This is a surefire way to snap some fantastic shots

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The Redwood Forests California

If you drive down the west coast of California on Route 1 yoursquoll suddenly find yourself in a magical landscape of trees so tall that you feel like a tiny critter The redwood forests in California are truly a sight to behold and the deep ochre of the tree barks is spectacular to see

Driving through this area is fantastic but make sure that you park up and go exploring with your camera This is one of the best places for nature photography The way the light streams through the canopy in the late afternoon is nothing short of breathtaking a must see for every photographer

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Tucson Arizona

Tucson may not seem like a photographerrsquos haven and if you visit in July when the temperatures soar to over 100 degrees Fahrenheit it certainly wonrsquot feel like it either However the landscape of this often-forgotten city makes for some truly breathtaking sunsets and sunrises where flat land gives way to gorgeous mountains ensconced by sunlight

If you visit Tucson youll also find that it is an unlikely hotbed of culture and art With a history that goes back much further than many of its neighbors in the south west Tucson boasts remarkable architecture historic neighborhoods and museums not to mention the Mission San Xavier del Bac an 18th-century mission that is still functioning Whats more the city has a distinctly Western flavor in light of pervasive Native American and Mexican influences After the sun goes down yoursquoll also find art events and bars alive with music and bonding in a comfy college-town atmosphere which means that you can capture some great shots of people simply being themselves

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DIY Wall Decorations for Kids Room

Artists start young so here we want to show how you can nurture art into a child by decorating his room so he starts seeing and valuing creativity from his early days

This DIY tutorial is so easy to do that if you have elder children you can involve them in the process of making these awsome wall hangings Make a collage in minutes that will be an impressive surprise for everyone and give you a proud piece of original artwork to hang on the wall in your kids room

For this project yoursquoll need a color printer markers scissors glue 2 pieces of ordinary cardboard and 4 equal-sized colorfull cardboards or canvas

Step 1 PrintFind some awesome characters online by either browsing clipart in the PicsArt Shop or googling cartoon images Also print out some basic colors or patterns to cut into shapes If you dont like the color of your background cardboards or canvases you can either color them with paint or print out patterns to make your backgrounds more colorful

Step 2 CutCut out your characters carefully and glue them on cardboard Now cut out the cardboard in the shape of your characters Be sure to cut out shapes for the scenery of your collage like clouds and trees There is no need to glue them on an additional cardboard if you do not want to make them look 3D

Step 3 Create 3D ElementsIdentify some parts of the animals you want to highlight like tails eyes or ears Cut out two of those parts from cardboard and glue one over the other so that the one with patterns stays on top

Step 4 GlueGlue your shapes onto 4 pieces of cardboard Start with the scenery (trees and clouds) then glue on your characters then glue on their cool colored double-layered body parts to make them stand out As a result you will have 3D-like animals or any other items you want

Step 6 Draw Parts and Write MessagesYou can draw some fine elements into your collage using ordinary colorful markers You can also write a message on your collage with a marker Your creations are now ready to make your child smile

118| PicsArt Monthly

Danielrsquos Twisted Animal Crime LineupGreat artists know how to turn heads with their art and that is certainly the case with PicsArtist of the Month Daniel (n3cr0n0m1c0n) However when he turns heads he turns them into something else Daniel has recently unveiled a series of photos that replace the head of a human body with various animal heads - the only exception being an awesome Star Wars stormtrooper helmet

In each photo of the series Daniels body dons a different head Nevertheless he is shown wearing the same clothes - a leather jacket with a zipper that runs diagonally across his torso into the side of his collar The thing about Danielrsquos photos is that the details of their construction work really well together to create a dark artistic vision with grungy undertones

Despite this odd synergy each photo is posed with a nonchalance that seems to undermine the strangeness of it all every shot displaying the emotional expression of a criminal lineup or mugshot The body takes on a neutral stance and the animal heads stare with vacant expressions as if silently counting the seconds for the camera shutter to click so they can walk off and do something else The overall emotional effect is weird uneasy slightly comic and extremely captivating

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FEATURE Artist

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WHATS NEW

PicsArtrsquos Exciting New Features for iOS and Android Devices

PicsArt recently released some exciting updates for Android and iOS Most of the new features were available for both platforms but they had their slight differences

The update included two new effects Dodger and Vintage Ivory The former softens your photo with pale colors and ambient lighting while the latter is inspired by vintage color palettes and resolutions but with a new whiter and brighter twist

PicsArt also gave users the ability to customize the colors of PicsArt Masks with a new Hue slider Shape masks offer the opportunity to choose from a variety of shapes to overlay on your photos and they have been made even better recently - by adding the option to customize them by texture in addition to the previously available color and opacity

For a quick fix and speedy share of an image we introduced the Auto Enhance tool which automatically brings you the basic best version of your image while still allowing you to customize in small ways

In addition to these commonly shared updates the two platforms have some differences as well iOS users can now customize their collages by adjusting the inner borders and can choose from a whole new variety of pre-made grids iOS users will also be excited about our updates in the Social Network as written tags and usernames written out in comments or photo descriptions now automatically become links to what they are referencing This will make it easier for users to discover each other as well as trending tags

Donrsquot worry Android users you have some cool stuff too We know that photo stealing has become an issue in our network so we have removed the save option for photos Now only photos that have freetoedit tag can be saved and reused by others If you do not tag your miages with that tag no one will be able to save them We hope that this will help prevent photo theft and preserve the artistic rights of our creative userbase

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A Brief Introduction to Photo History

Although photography as we know it is among the youngest of the major art forms its history can be traced back to ancient times Chinese philosopher Mo-Zi discussed the principles of a camera obscura in the 4th or 5th century BCE For two thousand years it was known as a small dark room (or box) with a tiny hole in one wall through which light shone and projected an inverted image

During the late 1500s Giambattista della Portia perfected its design by adding a convex lens to the hole making a sharper more detailed image Camera obscuras allowed artists to trace a scene in ink for a more faithful reproduction

The Early Days of Image Processing

The 18th and 19th centuries saw a multitude of methods for image processing and creation In 1727 Johann Schulze mixed chalk silver and nitric acid - a very early photosensitive compound - noting that one side of the flask darkened when exposed to sunlight In 1816 Joseph Niceacutephore Nieacutepce created the worlds first photograph by coating a metal plate in a silver chloride solution and exposing it to light for 8 hours However he did not discover a way of permanently fixing

the image for another decadeWilliam Henry Fox Talbot applied Nieacutepces recipe to paper in 1834 fixing the images with a salt solution and eventually patenting the first paper negative as the ldquoCalotyperdquo in 1841

Meanwhile Louis Daguerre was creating the Daguerrotype by coating copper sheets in silver iodide creating a metal negative which he developed in a solution of mercury These two inventions lead to the creation of photography To that end on August 19 1839 the French government publicly acknowledged the invention of photography

The first glass negative was made by Frederick Scott Archer in 1851 using a wet plate collodion process During the 1850s the tintype photograph emerged this made the negative image appear positive by exposing it onto a dark-coloured metal sheet coated with collodion which made the shadows appear light and the highlights dark

In 1861 James Clerk-Maxwell realized that he could photograph a scene three times through a red blue and green filter and project the images on top of each other to create a full-colour image

Finally in 1871 Richard Leach Maddox suspended the silver solution in gelatin creating the dry emulsion which sent photography skyrocketing It was applied first to glass negatives but would later find its way onto the thin plastic film that made photography possible for the public at large

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The Photographic Boom

By 1878 glass plate negatives were being manufactured commercially and in 1880 George Eastman opened what would become the Eastman-Kodak company Within ten years he was producing roll film and in 1900 released the first personal camera the Kodak Brownie In 1907 the Lumiegravere Brothers released the first commercial colour film

Oscar Barnack working for Leitz microscopes pushed camera invention forward in 1914 with the first 35mm camera which was improved upon and released in 1924 as the first Leica camera 1936 saw the introduction of the modern SLR (single-lens reflex camera) as well as the legendary Kodachrome film which finally made colour photography popular Polaroid would release instant black-and-white film in 1948 followed by the colour version in 1963

Students from the Emerson School for GirlsSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

Medium Daguerreotype

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Unidentified Woman in Nine Oval ViewsSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

Medium Daguerreotype

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The Digital Takeover

The first digital camera was invented in 1975 by Steve Sasson of Kodak using CCD sensor technology invented by Willard Boyle and George Smith in 1969 The birth of auto focus came with Minoltas Maxxum in 1985 paving the way for the worlds first commercially-available digital SLR ndash Kodaks 13 megapixel DCS-100 which sold in 1991 for $30000 USD Eight years later Nikon would wrestle away Kodaks dominance of the photo industry with the release of the D1 a 27MP model which went for a comparatively modest $6000

In 2003 Canon released the Digital Rebel the first consumer-level DSLR with a price tag under $1000 followed two years later by the first full-frame digital camera the 5D

Adobe hopped on the digital wave with the creation of Photoshop in 1990

A decade later the first camera phone was developed by Sharp in the early years of the new millennium Kodak ceased all production of film cameras in 2004 and even though the variety has been pared down they continue to produce film for the die-hard analog market

In the past ten years the major camera companies have focused their research and development almost entirely on improving their digital technology which has now begun to plateau The possibilities for future ingenuity now lay wide open with endless photographic possibilities waiting just over the horizon

The Reading EstablishmentAttributed to William Henry Fox Talbot (British 1800ndash1877)

Medium Salted paper prints from paper negatives

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Lola MontezSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

Medium Daguerreotype

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Lemuel ShawSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

Medium Daguerreotype

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Louis-Jacques-Mandeacute DaguerreJohn Jabez Edwin Mayall (British Oldham Lancashire 1813ndash1901 West Sussex)

Medium Albumen silver print from glass negative

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View Down Brattle Street from the Southworth amp Hawes Studio at 5 12 Tremont Row Boston

Southworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)Medium Daguerreotype

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Interview with Celebrity Photographer Jason Bell Having shot for publications like Vanity Fair Vogue photographed royals and had some of his work submitted into Britainrsquos National Portrait Gallery Jason Bell has cemented his place as one of the foremost portrait photographers of his generation He has published four books and received more accolades than we have room to mention In any case Jasonrsquos work is the gold-standard when it comes to peering past the face and into the soul of subject model or celebrity His work has fascinated us for some time so we interviewed him to learn more about his work and career

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INERVIEW

All images by and copyright of Jason Bell

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How did you become a photographer

I just always was I took pictures a lot as a child and then when I was at school I was given the keys to the school dark room which I remember finding a magical place It just carried on from there

You actually studied Politics Philosophy and Economics at Oxford and as of today you have photographed some of the most powerful individuals on earth from presidents to royals Is there a correlation there

I am a strong believer in researching the people I photograph so I think it helps that my education has given me an understanding of what some of them do

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What was it like to take the official christening photographs of Prince George

It was an honour to be asked Everyone kept telling me beforehand how nervous I would be and that I must be so stressed But I actually felt very relaxed throughout They gave me all the time I needed to prepare and were very friendly and relaxed I enjoyed it

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Many of your photos are part of the permanent collection of the National Portrait Gallery the United Kingdomrsquos official gallery for portraits of historical British people Your work is national history How does this feel

I try not to think of it in those terms but more about what I want to say about the person Irsquom photographing or what I can encourage them to reveal

Are there any portraits of yours in the National Portrait Gallery that stand out as favourites

My favourites tend to be favourites because they are people I have felt a particular connection with or even become friends with I try to do that with everyone I photograph but obviously it happens with some people more than others

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Yoursquove captured a lot of artists and entertainers as well What is it like photographing celebrities

I am lucky in that I photographed some famous people very early on in my career so I got used to it very quickly and it is not something that I find difficult to deal with at all now They are just people like everybody else and usually enjoy being treated as such

You did the movie posters for modern British classic like Billy Elliot and Love Actually How is shooting a movie poster different from capturing a portrait

It tends to be much more art directed so I have less freedom to just do what I want and have to follow a brief more carefully In those instances I try to follow that brief and then give them something in addition that they maybe didnrsquot know they wanted

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Have you ever photographed someone who had maybe been a role model of some kind for you or maybe just admired greatly

Yes - very early on in my career I was sent to Iceland to photograph Bjork I had been listening to that first album of hers all summer and so was a bit of a fan It actually kind of got in the way initially me being a fan and I had to get past that as quickly as possible to find the person I wanted to photograph

What was the most surreal moment you ever experienced during a photography shoot

I was shooting a campaign for the Royal Opera House of a Chinese opera singer called Liping Zhang in a beautiful area near the Mongolian border We were assured the weather would be OK since it was late spring but a freak snowstorm came through so we were all freezing and inappropriately dressed and we had to bundle her up in Chinese army coats to keep her warm and at the last moment there was so much snow we couldnrsquot even drive her to the spot where I wanted to photograph her so in order to get her there we had to rent a camel to put her on

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What advice would you give to amatuer photographers

Many of the students and amateurs who come to see me show me a little bit of everything That is unlikely to get you commissioned when you are starting out So I think itrsquos better to concentrate on one thing and do it very well at the beginning and then when that goes well you can branch out

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Bewitched by BlightA building in ruins hangs together by what seems like threads One of the upper floors sags precariously just inches above the head of a young woman who strolls absent-mindedly with a teddy-bear in hand It seems possible that at any moment the whole structure could come crashing down Lady Luck we presume

Danny Aguirre (danny-aguirre-142) is the PicsArtist responsible for this Photo of the Month entitled Lady Luck Aguirre edited this image to perfection transplanting a young lively and vibrant woman into a world of decay In this manner the photo speaks to us through contrast

Darkly lit ruins once full of life now sit forgotten surrounded by sick yellow skies The deteriorating building bears down on an unwary and carefree youth (Lady Luck) ambling at the mercy of its behemonth broken structure In this peculiar and eerie scene Aguirre captivates his audience while conveying the promise of the unexpected

In an ever-changing world Aguirre has captured the aesthetic beauty of a building that has passed its prime However in its old age the building has become something else entirely a peculiar and curious space open to imaginative interpretation This is perhaps the luck that the young lady pictured in the image and Aguirres audience have stumbled upon an unexpected opportunity to reflect on the present in light of the past Through his creative vision Aguirre allows us to study ourselves and the physical structures we leave behind for future generations

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A Photographerrsquos Guide to the US

The most unique shots in America and where to get them

Kelso San Dunes Mojave Desert

If yoursquore looking for a unique photography opportunity head for the Kelso Sand Dunes - mountainous piles of sand that seem to spring up from nowhere in the middle of the Mojave Desert The tallest dunes can rise up to 650 feet above the surrounding terrain In this setting a well-timed hike might allow you photograph the sunset from a phenomenal vantage point A couple words of caution be sure to take a flashlight in order to get back to your car and never go alone

If you donrsquot make it to the sand dunes dont despair The spectacular darkness of the Mojave desert translates into spectacular nighttime photography With almost no ambient light (apart from the stars and the vague glow over the horizon coming from Las Vegas) the Mojave is the perfect place to experiment with time lapse night shots and double exposures This is a surefire way to snap some fantastic shots

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The Redwood Forests California

If you drive down the west coast of California on Route 1 yoursquoll suddenly find yourself in a magical landscape of trees so tall that you feel like a tiny critter The redwood forests in California are truly a sight to behold and the deep ochre of the tree barks is spectacular to see

Driving through this area is fantastic but make sure that you park up and go exploring with your camera This is one of the best places for nature photography The way the light streams through the canopy in the late afternoon is nothing short of breathtaking a must see for every photographer

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Tucson Arizona

Tucson may not seem like a photographerrsquos haven and if you visit in July when the temperatures soar to over 100 degrees Fahrenheit it certainly wonrsquot feel like it either However the landscape of this often-forgotten city makes for some truly breathtaking sunsets and sunrises where flat land gives way to gorgeous mountains ensconced by sunlight

If you visit Tucson youll also find that it is an unlikely hotbed of culture and art With a history that goes back much further than many of its neighbors in the south west Tucson boasts remarkable architecture historic neighborhoods and museums not to mention the Mission San Xavier del Bac an 18th-century mission that is still functioning Whats more the city has a distinctly Western flavor in light of pervasive Native American and Mexican influences After the sun goes down yoursquoll also find art events and bars alive with music and bonding in a comfy college-town atmosphere which means that you can capture some great shots of people simply being themselves

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DIY Wall Decorations for Kids Room

Artists start young so here we want to show how you can nurture art into a child by decorating his room so he starts seeing and valuing creativity from his early days

This DIY tutorial is so easy to do that if you have elder children you can involve them in the process of making these awsome wall hangings Make a collage in minutes that will be an impressive surprise for everyone and give you a proud piece of original artwork to hang on the wall in your kids room

For this project yoursquoll need a color printer markers scissors glue 2 pieces of ordinary cardboard and 4 equal-sized colorfull cardboards or canvas

Step 1 PrintFind some awesome characters online by either browsing clipart in the PicsArt Shop or googling cartoon images Also print out some basic colors or patterns to cut into shapes If you dont like the color of your background cardboards or canvases you can either color them with paint or print out patterns to make your backgrounds more colorful

Step 2 CutCut out your characters carefully and glue them on cardboard Now cut out the cardboard in the shape of your characters Be sure to cut out shapes for the scenery of your collage like clouds and trees There is no need to glue them on an additional cardboard if you do not want to make them look 3D

Step 3 Create 3D ElementsIdentify some parts of the animals you want to highlight like tails eyes or ears Cut out two of those parts from cardboard and glue one over the other so that the one with patterns stays on top

Step 4 GlueGlue your shapes onto 4 pieces of cardboard Start with the scenery (trees and clouds) then glue on your characters then glue on their cool colored double-layered body parts to make them stand out As a result you will have 3D-like animals or any other items you want

Step 6 Draw Parts and Write MessagesYou can draw some fine elements into your collage using ordinary colorful markers You can also write a message on your collage with a marker Your creations are now ready to make your child smile

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Danielrsquos Twisted Animal Crime LineupGreat artists know how to turn heads with their art and that is certainly the case with PicsArtist of the Month Daniel (n3cr0n0m1c0n) However when he turns heads he turns them into something else Daniel has recently unveiled a series of photos that replace the head of a human body with various animal heads - the only exception being an awesome Star Wars stormtrooper helmet

In each photo of the series Daniels body dons a different head Nevertheless he is shown wearing the same clothes - a leather jacket with a zipper that runs diagonally across his torso into the side of his collar The thing about Danielrsquos photos is that the details of their construction work really well together to create a dark artistic vision with grungy undertones

Despite this odd synergy each photo is posed with a nonchalance that seems to undermine the strangeness of it all every shot displaying the emotional expression of a criminal lineup or mugshot The body takes on a neutral stance and the animal heads stare with vacant expressions as if silently counting the seconds for the camera shutter to click so they can walk off and do something else The overall emotional effect is weird uneasy slightly comic and extremely captivating

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FEATURE Artist

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WHATS NEW

PicsArtrsquos Exciting New Features for iOS and Android Devices

PicsArt recently released some exciting updates for Android and iOS Most of the new features were available for both platforms but they had their slight differences

The update included two new effects Dodger and Vintage Ivory The former softens your photo with pale colors and ambient lighting while the latter is inspired by vintage color palettes and resolutions but with a new whiter and brighter twist

PicsArt also gave users the ability to customize the colors of PicsArt Masks with a new Hue slider Shape masks offer the opportunity to choose from a variety of shapes to overlay on your photos and they have been made even better recently - by adding the option to customize them by texture in addition to the previously available color and opacity

For a quick fix and speedy share of an image we introduced the Auto Enhance tool which automatically brings you the basic best version of your image while still allowing you to customize in small ways

In addition to these commonly shared updates the two platforms have some differences as well iOS users can now customize their collages by adjusting the inner borders and can choose from a whole new variety of pre-made grids iOS users will also be excited about our updates in the Social Network as written tags and usernames written out in comments or photo descriptions now automatically become links to what they are referencing This will make it easier for users to discover each other as well as trending tags

Donrsquot worry Android users you have some cool stuff too We know that photo stealing has become an issue in our network so we have removed the save option for photos Now only photos that have freetoedit tag can be saved and reused by others If you do not tag your miages with that tag no one will be able to save them We hope that this will help prevent photo theft and preserve the artistic rights of our creative userbase

PicsArt Monthly | 69

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A Brief Introduction to Photo History

Although photography as we know it is among the youngest of the major art forms its history can be traced back to ancient times Chinese philosopher Mo-Zi discussed the principles of a camera obscura in the 4th or 5th century BCE For two thousand years it was known as a small dark room (or box) with a tiny hole in one wall through which light shone and projected an inverted image

During the late 1500s Giambattista della Portia perfected its design by adding a convex lens to the hole making a sharper more detailed image Camera obscuras allowed artists to trace a scene in ink for a more faithful reproduction

The Early Days of Image Processing

The 18th and 19th centuries saw a multitude of methods for image processing and creation In 1727 Johann Schulze mixed chalk silver and nitric acid - a very early photosensitive compound - noting that one side of the flask darkened when exposed to sunlight In 1816 Joseph Niceacutephore Nieacutepce created the worlds first photograph by coating a metal plate in a silver chloride solution and exposing it to light for 8 hours However he did not discover a way of permanently fixing

the image for another decadeWilliam Henry Fox Talbot applied Nieacutepces recipe to paper in 1834 fixing the images with a salt solution and eventually patenting the first paper negative as the ldquoCalotyperdquo in 1841

Meanwhile Louis Daguerre was creating the Daguerrotype by coating copper sheets in silver iodide creating a metal negative which he developed in a solution of mercury These two inventions lead to the creation of photography To that end on August 19 1839 the French government publicly acknowledged the invention of photography

The first glass negative was made by Frederick Scott Archer in 1851 using a wet plate collodion process During the 1850s the tintype photograph emerged this made the negative image appear positive by exposing it onto a dark-coloured metal sheet coated with collodion which made the shadows appear light and the highlights dark

In 1861 James Clerk-Maxwell realized that he could photograph a scene three times through a red blue and green filter and project the images on top of each other to create a full-colour image

Finally in 1871 Richard Leach Maddox suspended the silver solution in gelatin creating the dry emulsion which sent photography skyrocketing It was applied first to glass negatives but would later find its way onto the thin plastic film that made photography possible for the public at large

PicsArt Monthly | 75

The Photographic Boom

By 1878 glass plate negatives were being manufactured commercially and in 1880 George Eastman opened what would become the Eastman-Kodak company Within ten years he was producing roll film and in 1900 released the first personal camera the Kodak Brownie In 1907 the Lumiegravere Brothers released the first commercial colour film

Oscar Barnack working for Leitz microscopes pushed camera invention forward in 1914 with the first 35mm camera which was improved upon and released in 1924 as the first Leica camera 1936 saw the introduction of the modern SLR (single-lens reflex camera) as well as the legendary Kodachrome film which finally made colour photography popular Polaroid would release instant black-and-white film in 1948 followed by the colour version in 1963

Students from the Emerson School for GirlsSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

Medium Daguerreotype

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Unidentified Woman in Nine Oval ViewsSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

Medium Daguerreotype

PicsArt Monthly | 77

The Digital Takeover

The first digital camera was invented in 1975 by Steve Sasson of Kodak using CCD sensor technology invented by Willard Boyle and George Smith in 1969 The birth of auto focus came with Minoltas Maxxum in 1985 paving the way for the worlds first commercially-available digital SLR ndash Kodaks 13 megapixel DCS-100 which sold in 1991 for $30000 USD Eight years later Nikon would wrestle away Kodaks dominance of the photo industry with the release of the D1 a 27MP model which went for a comparatively modest $6000

In 2003 Canon released the Digital Rebel the first consumer-level DSLR with a price tag under $1000 followed two years later by the first full-frame digital camera the 5D

Adobe hopped on the digital wave with the creation of Photoshop in 1990

A decade later the first camera phone was developed by Sharp in the early years of the new millennium Kodak ceased all production of film cameras in 2004 and even though the variety has been pared down they continue to produce film for the die-hard analog market

In the past ten years the major camera companies have focused their research and development almost entirely on improving their digital technology which has now begun to plateau The possibilities for future ingenuity now lay wide open with endless photographic possibilities waiting just over the horizon

The Reading EstablishmentAttributed to William Henry Fox Talbot (British 1800ndash1877)

Medium Salted paper prints from paper negatives

78| PicsArt Monthly

Lola MontezSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

Medium Daguerreotype

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Lemuel ShawSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

Medium Daguerreotype

80| PicsArt Monthly

Louis-Jacques-Mandeacute DaguerreJohn Jabez Edwin Mayall (British Oldham Lancashire 1813ndash1901 West Sussex)

Medium Albumen silver print from glass negative

PicsArt Monthly | 81

View Down Brattle Street from the Southworth amp Hawes Studio at 5 12 Tremont Row Boston

Southworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)Medium Daguerreotype

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Interview with Celebrity Photographer Jason Bell Having shot for publications like Vanity Fair Vogue photographed royals and had some of his work submitted into Britainrsquos National Portrait Gallery Jason Bell has cemented his place as one of the foremost portrait photographers of his generation He has published four books and received more accolades than we have room to mention In any case Jasonrsquos work is the gold-standard when it comes to peering past the face and into the soul of subject model or celebrity His work has fascinated us for some time so we interviewed him to learn more about his work and career

PicsArt Monthly | 83

INERVIEW

All images by and copyright of Jason Bell

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How did you become a photographer

I just always was I took pictures a lot as a child and then when I was at school I was given the keys to the school dark room which I remember finding a magical place It just carried on from there

You actually studied Politics Philosophy and Economics at Oxford and as of today you have photographed some of the most powerful individuals on earth from presidents to royals Is there a correlation there

I am a strong believer in researching the people I photograph so I think it helps that my education has given me an understanding of what some of them do

PicsArt Monthly | 87

What was it like to take the official christening photographs of Prince George

It was an honour to be asked Everyone kept telling me beforehand how nervous I would be and that I must be so stressed But I actually felt very relaxed throughout They gave me all the time I needed to prepare and were very friendly and relaxed I enjoyed it

88| PicsArt Monthly

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Many of your photos are part of the permanent collection of the National Portrait Gallery the United Kingdomrsquos official gallery for portraits of historical British people Your work is national history How does this feel

I try not to think of it in those terms but more about what I want to say about the person Irsquom photographing or what I can encourage them to reveal

Are there any portraits of yours in the National Portrait Gallery that stand out as favourites

My favourites tend to be favourites because they are people I have felt a particular connection with or even become friends with I try to do that with everyone I photograph but obviously it happens with some people more than others

PicsArt Monthly | 91

Yoursquove captured a lot of artists and entertainers as well What is it like photographing celebrities

I am lucky in that I photographed some famous people very early on in my career so I got used to it very quickly and it is not something that I find difficult to deal with at all now They are just people like everybody else and usually enjoy being treated as such

You did the movie posters for modern British classic like Billy Elliot and Love Actually How is shooting a movie poster different from capturing a portrait

It tends to be much more art directed so I have less freedom to just do what I want and have to follow a brief more carefully In those instances I try to follow that brief and then give them something in addition that they maybe didnrsquot know they wanted

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Have you ever photographed someone who had maybe been a role model of some kind for you or maybe just admired greatly

Yes - very early on in my career I was sent to Iceland to photograph Bjork I had been listening to that first album of hers all summer and so was a bit of a fan It actually kind of got in the way initially me being a fan and I had to get past that as quickly as possible to find the person I wanted to photograph

What was the most surreal moment you ever experienced during a photography shoot

I was shooting a campaign for the Royal Opera House of a Chinese opera singer called Liping Zhang in a beautiful area near the Mongolian border We were assured the weather would be OK since it was late spring but a freak snowstorm came through so we were all freezing and inappropriately dressed and we had to bundle her up in Chinese army coats to keep her warm and at the last moment there was so much snow we couldnrsquot even drive her to the spot where I wanted to photograph her so in order to get her there we had to rent a camel to put her on

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What advice would you give to amatuer photographers

Many of the students and amateurs who come to see me show me a little bit of everything That is unlikely to get you commissioned when you are starting out So I think itrsquos better to concentrate on one thing and do it very well at the beginning and then when that goes well you can branch out

PicsArt Monthly | 99

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Bewitched by BlightA building in ruins hangs together by what seems like threads One of the upper floors sags precariously just inches above the head of a young woman who strolls absent-mindedly with a teddy-bear in hand It seems possible that at any moment the whole structure could come crashing down Lady Luck we presume

Danny Aguirre (danny-aguirre-142) is the PicsArtist responsible for this Photo of the Month entitled Lady Luck Aguirre edited this image to perfection transplanting a young lively and vibrant woman into a world of decay In this manner the photo speaks to us through contrast

Darkly lit ruins once full of life now sit forgotten surrounded by sick yellow skies The deteriorating building bears down on an unwary and carefree youth (Lady Luck) ambling at the mercy of its behemonth broken structure In this peculiar and eerie scene Aguirre captivates his audience while conveying the promise of the unexpected

In an ever-changing world Aguirre has captured the aesthetic beauty of a building that has passed its prime However in its old age the building has become something else entirely a peculiar and curious space open to imaginative interpretation This is perhaps the luck that the young lady pictured in the image and Aguirres audience have stumbled upon an unexpected opportunity to reflect on the present in light of the past Through his creative vision Aguirre allows us to study ourselves and the physical structures we leave behind for future generations

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104| PicsArt Monthly

A Photographerrsquos Guide to the US

The most unique shots in America and where to get them

Kelso San Dunes Mojave Desert

If yoursquore looking for a unique photography opportunity head for the Kelso Sand Dunes - mountainous piles of sand that seem to spring up from nowhere in the middle of the Mojave Desert The tallest dunes can rise up to 650 feet above the surrounding terrain In this setting a well-timed hike might allow you photograph the sunset from a phenomenal vantage point A couple words of caution be sure to take a flashlight in order to get back to your car and never go alone

If you donrsquot make it to the sand dunes dont despair The spectacular darkness of the Mojave desert translates into spectacular nighttime photography With almost no ambient light (apart from the stars and the vague glow over the horizon coming from Las Vegas) the Mojave is the perfect place to experiment with time lapse night shots and double exposures This is a surefire way to snap some fantastic shots

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The Redwood Forests California

If you drive down the west coast of California on Route 1 yoursquoll suddenly find yourself in a magical landscape of trees so tall that you feel like a tiny critter The redwood forests in California are truly a sight to behold and the deep ochre of the tree barks is spectacular to see

Driving through this area is fantastic but make sure that you park up and go exploring with your camera This is one of the best places for nature photography The way the light streams through the canopy in the late afternoon is nothing short of breathtaking a must see for every photographer

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Tucson Arizona

Tucson may not seem like a photographerrsquos haven and if you visit in July when the temperatures soar to over 100 degrees Fahrenheit it certainly wonrsquot feel like it either However the landscape of this often-forgotten city makes for some truly breathtaking sunsets and sunrises where flat land gives way to gorgeous mountains ensconced by sunlight

If you visit Tucson youll also find that it is an unlikely hotbed of culture and art With a history that goes back much further than many of its neighbors in the south west Tucson boasts remarkable architecture historic neighborhoods and museums not to mention the Mission San Xavier del Bac an 18th-century mission that is still functioning Whats more the city has a distinctly Western flavor in light of pervasive Native American and Mexican influences After the sun goes down yoursquoll also find art events and bars alive with music and bonding in a comfy college-town atmosphere which means that you can capture some great shots of people simply being themselves

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DIY Wall Decorations for Kids Room

Artists start young so here we want to show how you can nurture art into a child by decorating his room so he starts seeing and valuing creativity from his early days

This DIY tutorial is so easy to do that if you have elder children you can involve them in the process of making these awsome wall hangings Make a collage in minutes that will be an impressive surprise for everyone and give you a proud piece of original artwork to hang on the wall in your kids room

For this project yoursquoll need a color printer markers scissors glue 2 pieces of ordinary cardboard and 4 equal-sized colorfull cardboards or canvas

Step 1 PrintFind some awesome characters online by either browsing clipart in the PicsArt Shop or googling cartoon images Also print out some basic colors or patterns to cut into shapes If you dont like the color of your background cardboards or canvases you can either color them with paint or print out patterns to make your backgrounds more colorful

Step 2 CutCut out your characters carefully and glue them on cardboard Now cut out the cardboard in the shape of your characters Be sure to cut out shapes for the scenery of your collage like clouds and trees There is no need to glue them on an additional cardboard if you do not want to make them look 3D

Step 3 Create 3D ElementsIdentify some parts of the animals you want to highlight like tails eyes or ears Cut out two of those parts from cardboard and glue one over the other so that the one with patterns stays on top

Step 4 GlueGlue your shapes onto 4 pieces of cardboard Start with the scenery (trees and clouds) then glue on your characters then glue on their cool colored double-layered body parts to make them stand out As a result you will have 3D-like animals or any other items you want

Step 6 Draw Parts and Write MessagesYou can draw some fine elements into your collage using ordinary colorful markers You can also write a message on your collage with a marker Your creations are now ready to make your child smile

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Danielrsquos Twisted Animal Crime LineupGreat artists know how to turn heads with their art and that is certainly the case with PicsArtist of the Month Daniel (n3cr0n0m1c0n) However when he turns heads he turns them into something else Daniel has recently unveiled a series of photos that replace the head of a human body with various animal heads - the only exception being an awesome Star Wars stormtrooper helmet

In each photo of the series Daniels body dons a different head Nevertheless he is shown wearing the same clothes - a leather jacket with a zipper that runs diagonally across his torso into the side of his collar The thing about Danielrsquos photos is that the details of their construction work really well together to create a dark artistic vision with grungy undertones

Despite this odd synergy each photo is posed with a nonchalance that seems to undermine the strangeness of it all every shot displaying the emotional expression of a criminal lineup or mugshot The body takes on a neutral stance and the animal heads stare with vacant expressions as if silently counting the seconds for the camera shutter to click so they can walk off and do something else The overall emotional effect is weird uneasy slightly comic and extremely captivating

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WHATS NEW

PicsArtrsquos Exciting New Features for iOS and Android Devices

PicsArt recently released some exciting updates for Android and iOS Most of the new features were available for both platforms but they had their slight differences

The update included two new effects Dodger and Vintage Ivory The former softens your photo with pale colors and ambient lighting while the latter is inspired by vintage color palettes and resolutions but with a new whiter and brighter twist

PicsArt also gave users the ability to customize the colors of PicsArt Masks with a new Hue slider Shape masks offer the opportunity to choose from a variety of shapes to overlay on your photos and they have been made even better recently - by adding the option to customize them by texture in addition to the previously available color and opacity

For a quick fix and speedy share of an image we introduced the Auto Enhance tool which automatically brings you the basic best version of your image while still allowing you to customize in small ways

In addition to these commonly shared updates the two platforms have some differences as well iOS users can now customize their collages by adjusting the inner borders and can choose from a whole new variety of pre-made grids iOS users will also be excited about our updates in the Social Network as written tags and usernames written out in comments or photo descriptions now automatically become links to what they are referencing This will make it easier for users to discover each other as well as trending tags

Donrsquot worry Android users you have some cool stuff too We know that photo stealing has become an issue in our network so we have removed the save option for photos Now only photos that have freetoedit tag can be saved and reused by others If you do not tag your miages with that tag no one will be able to save them We hope that this will help prevent photo theft and preserve the artistic rights of our creative userbase

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A Brief Introduction to Photo History

Although photography as we know it is among the youngest of the major art forms its history can be traced back to ancient times Chinese philosopher Mo-Zi discussed the principles of a camera obscura in the 4th or 5th century BCE For two thousand years it was known as a small dark room (or box) with a tiny hole in one wall through which light shone and projected an inverted image

During the late 1500s Giambattista della Portia perfected its design by adding a convex lens to the hole making a sharper more detailed image Camera obscuras allowed artists to trace a scene in ink for a more faithful reproduction

The Early Days of Image Processing

The 18th and 19th centuries saw a multitude of methods for image processing and creation In 1727 Johann Schulze mixed chalk silver and nitric acid - a very early photosensitive compound - noting that one side of the flask darkened when exposed to sunlight In 1816 Joseph Niceacutephore Nieacutepce created the worlds first photograph by coating a metal plate in a silver chloride solution and exposing it to light for 8 hours However he did not discover a way of permanently fixing

the image for another decadeWilliam Henry Fox Talbot applied Nieacutepces recipe to paper in 1834 fixing the images with a salt solution and eventually patenting the first paper negative as the ldquoCalotyperdquo in 1841

Meanwhile Louis Daguerre was creating the Daguerrotype by coating copper sheets in silver iodide creating a metal negative which he developed in a solution of mercury These two inventions lead to the creation of photography To that end on August 19 1839 the French government publicly acknowledged the invention of photography

The first glass negative was made by Frederick Scott Archer in 1851 using a wet plate collodion process During the 1850s the tintype photograph emerged this made the negative image appear positive by exposing it onto a dark-coloured metal sheet coated with collodion which made the shadows appear light and the highlights dark

In 1861 James Clerk-Maxwell realized that he could photograph a scene three times through a red blue and green filter and project the images on top of each other to create a full-colour image

Finally in 1871 Richard Leach Maddox suspended the silver solution in gelatin creating the dry emulsion which sent photography skyrocketing It was applied first to glass negatives but would later find its way onto the thin plastic film that made photography possible for the public at large

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The Photographic Boom

By 1878 glass plate negatives were being manufactured commercially and in 1880 George Eastman opened what would become the Eastman-Kodak company Within ten years he was producing roll film and in 1900 released the first personal camera the Kodak Brownie In 1907 the Lumiegravere Brothers released the first commercial colour film

Oscar Barnack working for Leitz microscopes pushed camera invention forward in 1914 with the first 35mm camera which was improved upon and released in 1924 as the first Leica camera 1936 saw the introduction of the modern SLR (single-lens reflex camera) as well as the legendary Kodachrome film which finally made colour photography popular Polaroid would release instant black-and-white film in 1948 followed by the colour version in 1963

Students from the Emerson School for GirlsSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

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Unidentified Woman in Nine Oval ViewsSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

Medium Daguerreotype

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The Digital Takeover

The first digital camera was invented in 1975 by Steve Sasson of Kodak using CCD sensor technology invented by Willard Boyle and George Smith in 1969 The birth of auto focus came with Minoltas Maxxum in 1985 paving the way for the worlds first commercially-available digital SLR ndash Kodaks 13 megapixel DCS-100 which sold in 1991 for $30000 USD Eight years later Nikon would wrestle away Kodaks dominance of the photo industry with the release of the D1 a 27MP model which went for a comparatively modest $6000

In 2003 Canon released the Digital Rebel the first consumer-level DSLR with a price tag under $1000 followed two years later by the first full-frame digital camera the 5D

Adobe hopped on the digital wave with the creation of Photoshop in 1990

A decade later the first camera phone was developed by Sharp in the early years of the new millennium Kodak ceased all production of film cameras in 2004 and even though the variety has been pared down they continue to produce film for the die-hard analog market

In the past ten years the major camera companies have focused their research and development almost entirely on improving their digital technology which has now begun to plateau The possibilities for future ingenuity now lay wide open with endless photographic possibilities waiting just over the horizon

The Reading EstablishmentAttributed to William Henry Fox Talbot (British 1800ndash1877)

Medium Salted paper prints from paper negatives

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Lola MontezSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

Medium Daguerreotype

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Lemuel ShawSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

Medium Daguerreotype

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Louis-Jacques-Mandeacute DaguerreJohn Jabez Edwin Mayall (British Oldham Lancashire 1813ndash1901 West Sussex)

Medium Albumen silver print from glass negative

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View Down Brattle Street from the Southworth amp Hawes Studio at 5 12 Tremont Row Boston

Southworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)Medium Daguerreotype

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Interview with Celebrity Photographer Jason Bell Having shot for publications like Vanity Fair Vogue photographed royals and had some of his work submitted into Britainrsquos National Portrait Gallery Jason Bell has cemented his place as one of the foremost portrait photographers of his generation He has published four books and received more accolades than we have room to mention In any case Jasonrsquos work is the gold-standard when it comes to peering past the face and into the soul of subject model or celebrity His work has fascinated us for some time so we interviewed him to learn more about his work and career

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INERVIEW

All images by and copyright of Jason Bell

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How did you become a photographer

I just always was I took pictures a lot as a child and then when I was at school I was given the keys to the school dark room which I remember finding a magical place It just carried on from there

You actually studied Politics Philosophy and Economics at Oxford and as of today you have photographed some of the most powerful individuals on earth from presidents to royals Is there a correlation there

I am a strong believer in researching the people I photograph so I think it helps that my education has given me an understanding of what some of them do

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What was it like to take the official christening photographs of Prince George

It was an honour to be asked Everyone kept telling me beforehand how nervous I would be and that I must be so stressed But I actually felt very relaxed throughout They gave me all the time I needed to prepare and were very friendly and relaxed I enjoyed it

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Many of your photos are part of the permanent collection of the National Portrait Gallery the United Kingdomrsquos official gallery for portraits of historical British people Your work is national history How does this feel

I try not to think of it in those terms but more about what I want to say about the person Irsquom photographing or what I can encourage them to reveal

Are there any portraits of yours in the National Portrait Gallery that stand out as favourites

My favourites tend to be favourites because they are people I have felt a particular connection with or even become friends with I try to do that with everyone I photograph but obviously it happens with some people more than others

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Yoursquove captured a lot of artists and entertainers as well What is it like photographing celebrities

I am lucky in that I photographed some famous people very early on in my career so I got used to it very quickly and it is not something that I find difficult to deal with at all now They are just people like everybody else and usually enjoy being treated as such

You did the movie posters for modern British classic like Billy Elliot and Love Actually How is shooting a movie poster different from capturing a portrait

It tends to be much more art directed so I have less freedom to just do what I want and have to follow a brief more carefully In those instances I try to follow that brief and then give them something in addition that they maybe didnrsquot know they wanted

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Have you ever photographed someone who had maybe been a role model of some kind for you or maybe just admired greatly

Yes - very early on in my career I was sent to Iceland to photograph Bjork I had been listening to that first album of hers all summer and so was a bit of a fan It actually kind of got in the way initially me being a fan and I had to get past that as quickly as possible to find the person I wanted to photograph

What was the most surreal moment you ever experienced during a photography shoot

I was shooting a campaign for the Royal Opera House of a Chinese opera singer called Liping Zhang in a beautiful area near the Mongolian border We were assured the weather would be OK since it was late spring but a freak snowstorm came through so we were all freezing and inappropriately dressed and we had to bundle her up in Chinese army coats to keep her warm and at the last moment there was so much snow we couldnrsquot even drive her to the spot where I wanted to photograph her so in order to get her there we had to rent a camel to put her on

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What advice would you give to amatuer photographers

Many of the students and amateurs who come to see me show me a little bit of everything That is unlikely to get you commissioned when you are starting out So I think itrsquos better to concentrate on one thing and do it very well at the beginning and then when that goes well you can branch out

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Bewitched by BlightA building in ruins hangs together by what seems like threads One of the upper floors sags precariously just inches above the head of a young woman who strolls absent-mindedly with a teddy-bear in hand It seems possible that at any moment the whole structure could come crashing down Lady Luck we presume

Danny Aguirre (danny-aguirre-142) is the PicsArtist responsible for this Photo of the Month entitled Lady Luck Aguirre edited this image to perfection transplanting a young lively and vibrant woman into a world of decay In this manner the photo speaks to us through contrast

Darkly lit ruins once full of life now sit forgotten surrounded by sick yellow skies The deteriorating building bears down on an unwary and carefree youth (Lady Luck) ambling at the mercy of its behemonth broken structure In this peculiar and eerie scene Aguirre captivates his audience while conveying the promise of the unexpected

In an ever-changing world Aguirre has captured the aesthetic beauty of a building that has passed its prime However in its old age the building has become something else entirely a peculiar and curious space open to imaginative interpretation This is perhaps the luck that the young lady pictured in the image and Aguirres audience have stumbled upon an unexpected opportunity to reflect on the present in light of the past Through his creative vision Aguirre allows us to study ourselves and the physical structures we leave behind for future generations

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A Photographerrsquos Guide to the US

The most unique shots in America and where to get them

Kelso San Dunes Mojave Desert

If yoursquore looking for a unique photography opportunity head for the Kelso Sand Dunes - mountainous piles of sand that seem to spring up from nowhere in the middle of the Mojave Desert The tallest dunes can rise up to 650 feet above the surrounding terrain In this setting a well-timed hike might allow you photograph the sunset from a phenomenal vantage point A couple words of caution be sure to take a flashlight in order to get back to your car and never go alone

If you donrsquot make it to the sand dunes dont despair The spectacular darkness of the Mojave desert translates into spectacular nighttime photography With almost no ambient light (apart from the stars and the vague glow over the horizon coming from Las Vegas) the Mojave is the perfect place to experiment with time lapse night shots and double exposures This is a surefire way to snap some fantastic shots

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The Redwood Forests California

If you drive down the west coast of California on Route 1 yoursquoll suddenly find yourself in a magical landscape of trees so tall that you feel like a tiny critter The redwood forests in California are truly a sight to behold and the deep ochre of the tree barks is spectacular to see

Driving through this area is fantastic but make sure that you park up and go exploring with your camera This is one of the best places for nature photography The way the light streams through the canopy in the late afternoon is nothing short of breathtaking a must see for every photographer

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Tucson Arizona

Tucson may not seem like a photographerrsquos haven and if you visit in July when the temperatures soar to over 100 degrees Fahrenheit it certainly wonrsquot feel like it either However the landscape of this often-forgotten city makes for some truly breathtaking sunsets and sunrises where flat land gives way to gorgeous mountains ensconced by sunlight

If you visit Tucson youll also find that it is an unlikely hotbed of culture and art With a history that goes back much further than many of its neighbors in the south west Tucson boasts remarkable architecture historic neighborhoods and museums not to mention the Mission San Xavier del Bac an 18th-century mission that is still functioning Whats more the city has a distinctly Western flavor in light of pervasive Native American and Mexican influences After the sun goes down yoursquoll also find art events and bars alive with music and bonding in a comfy college-town atmosphere which means that you can capture some great shots of people simply being themselves

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DIY Wall Decorations for Kids Room

Artists start young so here we want to show how you can nurture art into a child by decorating his room so he starts seeing and valuing creativity from his early days

This DIY tutorial is so easy to do that if you have elder children you can involve them in the process of making these awsome wall hangings Make a collage in minutes that will be an impressive surprise for everyone and give you a proud piece of original artwork to hang on the wall in your kids room

For this project yoursquoll need a color printer markers scissors glue 2 pieces of ordinary cardboard and 4 equal-sized colorfull cardboards or canvas

Step 1 PrintFind some awesome characters online by either browsing clipart in the PicsArt Shop or googling cartoon images Also print out some basic colors or patterns to cut into shapes If you dont like the color of your background cardboards or canvases you can either color them with paint or print out patterns to make your backgrounds more colorful

Step 2 CutCut out your characters carefully and glue them on cardboard Now cut out the cardboard in the shape of your characters Be sure to cut out shapes for the scenery of your collage like clouds and trees There is no need to glue them on an additional cardboard if you do not want to make them look 3D

Step 3 Create 3D ElementsIdentify some parts of the animals you want to highlight like tails eyes or ears Cut out two of those parts from cardboard and glue one over the other so that the one with patterns stays on top

Step 4 GlueGlue your shapes onto 4 pieces of cardboard Start with the scenery (trees and clouds) then glue on your characters then glue on their cool colored double-layered body parts to make them stand out As a result you will have 3D-like animals or any other items you want

Step 6 Draw Parts and Write MessagesYou can draw some fine elements into your collage using ordinary colorful markers You can also write a message on your collage with a marker Your creations are now ready to make your child smile

118| PicsArt Monthly

Danielrsquos Twisted Animal Crime LineupGreat artists know how to turn heads with their art and that is certainly the case with PicsArtist of the Month Daniel (n3cr0n0m1c0n) However when he turns heads he turns them into something else Daniel has recently unveiled a series of photos that replace the head of a human body with various animal heads - the only exception being an awesome Star Wars stormtrooper helmet

In each photo of the series Daniels body dons a different head Nevertheless he is shown wearing the same clothes - a leather jacket with a zipper that runs diagonally across his torso into the side of his collar The thing about Danielrsquos photos is that the details of their construction work really well together to create a dark artistic vision with grungy undertones

Despite this odd synergy each photo is posed with a nonchalance that seems to undermine the strangeness of it all every shot displaying the emotional expression of a criminal lineup or mugshot The body takes on a neutral stance and the animal heads stare with vacant expressions as if silently counting the seconds for the camera shutter to click so they can walk off and do something else The overall emotional effect is weird uneasy slightly comic and extremely captivating

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FEATURE Artist

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WHATS NEW

PicsArtrsquos Exciting New Features for iOS and Android Devices

PicsArt recently released some exciting updates for Android and iOS Most of the new features were available for both platforms but they had their slight differences

The update included two new effects Dodger and Vintage Ivory The former softens your photo with pale colors and ambient lighting while the latter is inspired by vintage color palettes and resolutions but with a new whiter and brighter twist

PicsArt also gave users the ability to customize the colors of PicsArt Masks with a new Hue slider Shape masks offer the opportunity to choose from a variety of shapes to overlay on your photos and they have been made even better recently - by adding the option to customize them by texture in addition to the previously available color and opacity

For a quick fix and speedy share of an image we introduced the Auto Enhance tool which automatically brings you the basic best version of your image while still allowing you to customize in small ways

In addition to these commonly shared updates the two platforms have some differences as well iOS users can now customize their collages by adjusting the inner borders and can choose from a whole new variety of pre-made grids iOS users will also be excited about our updates in the Social Network as written tags and usernames written out in comments or photo descriptions now automatically become links to what they are referencing This will make it easier for users to discover each other as well as trending tags

Donrsquot worry Android users you have some cool stuff too We know that photo stealing has become an issue in our network so we have removed the save option for photos Now only photos that have freetoedit tag can be saved and reused by others If you do not tag your miages with that tag no one will be able to save them We hope that this will help prevent photo theft and preserve the artistic rights of our creative userbase

PicsArt Monthly | 69

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A Brief Introduction to Photo History

Although photography as we know it is among the youngest of the major art forms its history can be traced back to ancient times Chinese philosopher Mo-Zi discussed the principles of a camera obscura in the 4th or 5th century BCE For two thousand years it was known as a small dark room (or box) with a tiny hole in one wall through which light shone and projected an inverted image

During the late 1500s Giambattista della Portia perfected its design by adding a convex lens to the hole making a sharper more detailed image Camera obscuras allowed artists to trace a scene in ink for a more faithful reproduction

The Early Days of Image Processing

The 18th and 19th centuries saw a multitude of methods for image processing and creation In 1727 Johann Schulze mixed chalk silver and nitric acid - a very early photosensitive compound - noting that one side of the flask darkened when exposed to sunlight In 1816 Joseph Niceacutephore Nieacutepce created the worlds first photograph by coating a metal plate in a silver chloride solution and exposing it to light for 8 hours However he did not discover a way of permanently fixing

the image for another decadeWilliam Henry Fox Talbot applied Nieacutepces recipe to paper in 1834 fixing the images with a salt solution and eventually patenting the first paper negative as the ldquoCalotyperdquo in 1841

Meanwhile Louis Daguerre was creating the Daguerrotype by coating copper sheets in silver iodide creating a metal negative which he developed in a solution of mercury These two inventions lead to the creation of photography To that end on August 19 1839 the French government publicly acknowledged the invention of photography

The first glass negative was made by Frederick Scott Archer in 1851 using a wet plate collodion process During the 1850s the tintype photograph emerged this made the negative image appear positive by exposing it onto a dark-coloured metal sheet coated with collodion which made the shadows appear light and the highlights dark

In 1861 James Clerk-Maxwell realized that he could photograph a scene three times through a red blue and green filter and project the images on top of each other to create a full-colour image

Finally in 1871 Richard Leach Maddox suspended the silver solution in gelatin creating the dry emulsion which sent photography skyrocketing It was applied first to glass negatives but would later find its way onto the thin plastic film that made photography possible for the public at large

PicsArt Monthly | 75

The Photographic Boom

By 1878 glass plate negatives were being manufactured commercially and in 1880 George Eastman opened what would become the Eastman-Kodak company Within ten years he was producing roll film and in 1900 released the first personal camera the Kodak Brownie In 1907 the Lumiegravere Brothers released the first commercial colour film

Oscar Barnack working for Leitz microscopes pushed camera invention forward in 1914 with the first 35mm camera which was improved upon and released in 1924 as the first Leica camera 1936 saw the introduction of the modern SLR (single-lens reflex camera) as well as the legendary Kodachrome film which finally made colour photography popular Polaroid would release instant black-and-white film in 1948 followed by the colour version in 1963

Students from the Emerson School for GirlsSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

Medium Daguerreotype

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Unidentified Woman in Nine Oval ViewsSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

Medium Daguerreotype

PicsArt Monthly | 77

The Digital Takeover

The first digital camera was invented in 1975 by Steve Sasson of Kodak using CCD sensor technology invented by Willard Boyle and George Smith in 1969 The birth of auto focus came with Minoltas Maxxum in 1985 paving the way for the worlds first commercially-available digital SLR ndash Kodaks 13 megapixel DCS-100 which sold in 1991 for $30000 USD Eight years later Nikon would wrestle away Kodaks dominance of the photo industry with the release of the D1 a 27MP model which went for a comparatively modest $6000

In 2003 Canon released the Digital Rebel the first consumer-level DSLR with a price tag under $1000 followed two years later by the first full-frame digital camera the 5D

Adobe hopped on the digital wave with the creation of Photoshop in 1990

A decade later the first camera phone was developed by Sharp in the early years of the new millennium Kodak ceased all production of film cameras in 2004 and even though the variety has been pared down they continue to produce film for the die-hard analog market

In the past ten years the major camera companies have focused their research and development almost entirely on improving their digital technology which has now begun to plateau The possibilities for future ingenuity now lay wide open with endless photographic possibilities waiting just over the horizon

The Reading EstablishmentAttributed to William Henry Fox Talbot (British 1800ndash1877)

Medium Salted paper prints from paper negatives

78| PicsArt Monthly

Lola MontezSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

Medium Daguerreotype

PicsArt Monthly | 79

Lemuel ShawSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

Medium Daguerreotype

80| PicsArt Monthly

Louis-Jacques-Mandeacute DaguerreJohn Jabez Edwin Mayall (British Oldham Lancashire 1813ndash1901 West Sussex)

Medium Albumen silver print from glass negative

PicsArt Monthly | 81

View Down Brattle Street from the Southworth amp Hawes Studio at 5 12 Tremont Row Boston

Southworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)Medium Daguerreotype

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Interview with Celebrity Photographer Jason Bell Having shot for publications like Vanity Fair Vogue photographed royals and had some of his work submitted into Britainrsquos National Portrait Gallery Jason Bell has cemented his place as one of the foremost portrait photographers of his generation He has published four books and received more accolades than we have room to mention In any case Jasonrsquos work is the gold-standard when it comes to peering past the face and into the soul of subject model or celebrity His work has fascinated us for some time so we interviewed him to learn more about his work and career

PicsArt Monthly | 83

INERVIEW

All images by and copyright of Jason Bell

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How did you become a photographer

I just always was I took pictures a lot as a child and then when I was at school I was given the keys to the school dark room which I remember finding a magical place It just carried on from there

You actually studied Politics Philosophy and Economics at Oxford and as of today you have photographed some of the most powerful individuals on earth from presidents to royals Is there a correlation there

I am a strong believer in researching the people I photograph so I think it helps that my education has given me an understanding of what some of them do

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What was it like to take the official christening photographs of Prince George

It was an honour to be asked Everyone kept telling me beforehand how nervous I would be and that I must be so stressed But I actually felt very relaxed throughout They gave me all the time I needed to prepare and were very friendly and relaxed I enjoyed it

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Many of your photos are part of the permanent collection of the National Portrait Gallery the United Kingdomrsquos official gallery for portraits of historical British people Your work is national history How does this feel

I try not to think of it in those terms but more about what I want to say about the person Irsquom photographing or what I can encourage them to reveal

Are there any portraits of yours in the National Portrait Gallery that stand out as favourites

My favourites tend to be favourites because they are people I have felt a particular connection with or even become friends with I try to do that with everyone I photograph but obviously it happens with some people more than others

PicsArt Monthly | 91

Yoursquove captured a lot of artists and entertainers as well What is it like photographing celebrities

I am lucky in that I photographed some famous people very early on in my career so I got used to it very quickly and it is not something that I find difficult to deal with at all now They are just people like everybody else and usually enjoy being treated as such

You did the movie posters for modern British classic like Billy Elliot and Love Actually How is shooting a movie poster different from capturing a portrait

It tends to be much more art directed so I have less freedom to just do what I want and have to follow a brief more carefully In those instances I try to follow that brief and then give them something in addition that they maybe didnrsquot know they wanted

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Have you ever photographed someone who had maybe been a role model of some kind for you or maybe just admired greatly

Yes - very early on in my career I was sent to Iceland to photograph Bjork I had been listening to that first album of hers all summer and so was a bit of a fan It actually kind of got in the way initially me being a fan and I had to get past that as quickly as possible to find the person I wanted to photograph

What was the most surreal moment you ever experienced during a photography shoot

I was shooting a campaign for the Royal Opera House of a Chinese opera singer called Liping Zhang in a beautiful area near the Mongolian border We were assured the weather would be OK since it was late spring but a freak snowstorm came through so we were all freezing and inappropriately dressed and we had to bundle her up in Chinese army coats to keep her warm and at the last moment there was so much snow we couldnrsquot even drive her to the spot where I wanted to photograph her so in order to get her there we had to rent a camel to put her on

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What advice would you give to amatuer photographers

Many of the students and amateurs who come to see me show me a little bit of everything That is unlikely to get you commissioned when you are starting out So I think itrsquos better to concentrate on one thing and do it very well at the beginning and then when that goes well you can branch out

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Bewitched by BlightA building in ruins hangs together by what seems like threads One of the upper floors sags precariously just inches above the head of a young woman who strolls absent-mindedly with a teddy-bear in hand It seems possible that at any moment the whole structure could come crashing down Lady Luck we presume

Danny Aguirre (danny-aguirre-142) is the PicsArtist responsible for this Photo of the Month entitled Lady Luck Aguirre edited this image to perfection transplanting a young lively and vibrant woman into a world of decay In this manner the photo speaks to us through contrast

Darkly lit ruins once full of life now sit forgotten surrounded by sick yellow skies The deteriorating building bears down on an unwary and carefree youth (Lady Luck) ambling at the mercy of its behemonth broken structure In this peculiar and eerie scene Aguirre captivates his audience while conveying the promise of the unexpected

In an ever-changing world Aguirre has captured the aesthetic beauty of a building that has passed its prime However in its old age the building has become something else entirely a peculiar and curious space open to imaginative interpretation This is perhaps the luck that the young lady pictured in the image and Aguirres audience have stumbled upon an unexpected opportunity to reflect on the present in light of the past Through his creative vision Aguirre allows us to study ourselves and the physical structures we leave behind for future generations

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A Photographerrsquos Guide to the US

The most unique shots in America and where to get them

Kelso San Dunes Mojave Desert

If yoursquore looking for a unique photography opportunity head for the Kelso Sand Dunes - mountainous piles of sand that seem to spring up from nowhere in the middle of the Mojave Desert The tallest dunes can rise up to 650 feet above the surrounding terrain In this setting a well-timed hike might allow you photograph the sunset from a phenomenal vantage point A couple words of caution be sure to take a flashlight in order to get back to your car and never go alone

If you donrsquot make it to the sand dunes dont despair The spectacular darkness of the Mojave desert translates into spectacular nighttime photography With almost no ambient light (apart from the stars and the vague glow over the horizon coming from Las Vegas) the Mojave is the perfect place to experiment with time lapse night shots and double exposures This is a surefire way to snap some fantastic shots

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The Redwood Forests California

If you drive down the west coast of California on Route 1 yoursquoll suddenly find yourself in a magical landscape of trees so tall that you feel like a tiny critter The redwood forests in California are truly a sight to behold and the deep ochre of the tree barks is spectacular to see

Driving through this area is fantastic but make sure that you park up and go exploring with your camera This is one of the best places for nature photography The way the light streams through the canopy in the late afternoon is nothing short of breathtaking a must see for every photographer

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Tucson Arizona

Tucson may not seem like a photographerrsquos haven and if you visit in July when the temperatures soar to over 100 degrees Fahrenheit it certainly wonrsquot feel like it either However the landscape of this often-forgotten city makes for some truly breathtaking sunsets and sunrises where flat land gives way to gorgeous mountains ensconced by sunlight

If you visit Tucson youll also find that it is an unlikely hotbed of culture and art With a history that goes back much further than many of its neighbors in the south west Tucson boasts remarkable architecture historic neighborhoods and museums not to mention the Mission San Xavier del Bac an 18th-century mission that is still functioning Whats more the city has a distinctly Western flavor in light of pervasive Native American and Mexican influences After the sun goes down yoursquoll also find art events and bars alive with music and bonding in a comfy college-town atmosphere which means that you can capture some great shots of people simply being themselves

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DIY Wall Decorations for Kids Room

Artists start young so here we want to show how you can nurture art into a child by decorating his room so he starts seeing and valuing creativity from his early days

This DIY tutorial is so easy to do that if you have elder children you can involve them in the process of making these awsome wall hangings Make a collage in minutes that will be an impressive surprise for everyone and give you a proud piece of original artwork to hang on the wall in your kids room

For this project yoursquoll need a color printer markers scissors glue 2 pieces of ordinary cardboard and 4 equal-sized colorfull cardboards or canvas

Step 1 PrintFind some awesome characters online by either browsing clipart in the PicsArt Shop or googling cartoon images Also print out some basic colors or patterns to cut into shapes If you dont like the color of your background cardboards or canvases you can either color them with paint or print out patterns to make your backgrounds more colorful

Step 2 CutCut out your characters carefully and glue them on cardboard Now cut out the cardboard in the shape of your characters Be sure to cut out shapes for the scenery of your collage like clouds and trees There is no need to glue them on an additional cardboard if you do not want to make them look 3D

Step 3 Create 3D ElementsIdentify some parts of the animals you want to highlight like tails eyes or ears Cut out two of those parts from cardboard and glue one over the other so that the one with patterns stays on top

Step 4 GlueGlue your shapes onto 4 pieces of cardboard Start with the scenery (trees and clouds) then glue on your characters then glue on their cool colored double-layered body parts to make them stand out As a result you will have 3D-like animals or any other items you want

Step 6 Draw Parts and Write MessagesYou can draw some fine elements into your collage using ordinary colorful markers You can also write a message on your collage with a marker Your creations are now ready to make your child smile

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Danielrsquos Twisted Animal Crime LineupGreat artists know how to turn heads with their art and that is certainly the case with PicsArtist of the Month Daniel (n3cr0n0m1c0n) However when he turns heads he turns them into something else Daniel has recently unveiled a series of photos that replace the head of a human body with various animal heads - the only exception being an awesome Star Wars stormtrooper helmet

In each photo of the series Daniels body dons a different head Nevertheless he is shown wearing the same clothes - a leather jacket with a zipper that runs diagonally across his torso into the side of his collar The thing about Danielrsquos photos is that the details of their construction work really well together to create a dark artistic vision with grungy undertones

Despite this odd synergy each photo is posed with a nonchalance that seems to undermine the strangeness of it all every shot displaying the emotional expression of a criminal lineup or mugshot The body takes on a neutral stance and the animal heads stare with vacant expressions as if silently counting the seconds for the camera shutter to click so they can walk off and do something else The overall emotional effect is weird uneasy slightly comic and extremely captivating

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WHATS NEW

PicsArtrsquos Exciting New Features for iOS and Android Devices

PicsArt recently released some exciting updates for Android and iOS Most of the new features were available for both platforms but they had their slight differences

The update included two new effects Dodger and Vintage Ivory The former softens your photo with pale colors and ambient lighting while the latter is inspired by vintage color palettes and resolutions but with a new whiter and brighter twist

PicsArt also gave users the ability to customize the colors of PicsArt Masks with a new Hue slider Shape masks offer the opportunity to choose from a variety of shapes to overlay on your photos and they have been made even better recently - by adding the option to customize them by texture in addition to the previously available color and opacity

For a quick fix and speedy share of an image we introduced the Auto Enhance tool which automatically brings you the basic best version of your image while still allowing you to customize in small ways

In addition to these commonly shared updates the two platforms have some differences as well iOS users can now customize their collages by adjusting the inner borders and can choose from a whole new variety of pre-made grids iOS users will also be excited about our updates in the Social Network as written tags and usernames written out in comments or photo descriptions now automatically become links to what they are referencing This will make it easier for users to discover each other as well as trending tags

Donrsquot worry Android users you have some cool stuff too We know that photo stealing has become an issue in our network so we have removed the save option for photos Now only photos that have freetoedit tag can be saved and reused by others If you do not tag your miages with that tag no one will be able to save them We hope that this will help prevent photo theft and preserve the artistic rights of our creative userbase

PicsArt Monthly | 69

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A Brief Introduction to Photo History

Although photography as we know it is among the youngest of the major art forms its history can be traced back to ancient times Chinese philosopher Mo-Zi discussed the principles of a camera obscura in the 4th or 5th century BCE For two thousand years it was known as a small dark room (or box) with a tiny hole in one wall through which light shone and projected an inverted image

During the late 1500s Giambattista della Portia perfected its design by adding a convex lens to the hole making a sharper more detailed image Camera obscuras allowed artists to trace a scene in ink for a more faithful reproduction

The Early Days of Image Processing

The 18th and 19th centuries saw a multitude of methods for image processing and creation In 1727 Johann Schulze mixed chalk silver and nitric acid - a very early photosensitive compound - noting that one side of the flask darkened when exposed to sunlight In 1816 Joseph Niceacutephore Nieacutepce created the worlds first photograph by coating a metal plate in a silver chloride solution and exposing it to light for 8 hours However he did not discover a way of permanently fixing

the image for another decadeWilliam Henry Fox Talbot applied Nieacutepces recipe to paper in 1834 fixing the images with a salt solution and eventually patenting the first paper negative as the ldquoCalotyperdquo in 1841

Meanwhile Louis Daguerre was creating the Daguerrotype by coating copper sheets in silver iodide creating a metal negative which he developed in a solution of mercury These two inventions lead to the creation of photography To that end on August 19 1839 the French government publicly acknowledged the invention of photography

The first glass negative was made by Frederick Scott Archer in 1851 using a wet plate collodion process During the 1850s the tintype photograph emerged this made the negative image appear positive by exposing it onto a dark-coloured metal sheet coated with collodion which made the shadows appear light and the highlights dark

In 1861 James Clerk-Maxwell realized that he could photograph a scene three times through a red blue and green filter and project the images on top of each other to create a full-colour image

Finally in 1871 Richard Leach Maddox suspended the silver solution in gelatin creating the dry emulsion which sent photography skyrocketing It was applied first to glass negatives but would later find its way onto the thin plastic film that made photography possible for the public at large

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The Photographic Boom

By 1878 glass plate negatives were being manufactured commercially and in 1880 George Eastman opened what would become the Eastman-Kodak company Within ten years he was producing roll film and in 1900 released the first personal camera the Kodak Brownie In 1907 the Lumiegravere Brothers released the first commercial colour film

Oscar Barnack working for Leitz microscopes pushed camera invention forward in 1914 with the first 35mm camera which was improved upon and released in 1924 as the first Leica camera 1936 saw the introduction of the modern SLR (single-lens reflex camera) as well as the legendary Kodachrome film which finally made colour photography popular Polaroid would release instant black-and-white film in 1948 followed by the colour version in 1963

Students from the Emerson School for GirlsSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

Medium Daguerreotype

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Unidentified Woman in Nine Oval ViewsSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

Medium Daguerreotype

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The Digital Takeover

The first digital camera was invented in 1975 by Steve Sasson of Kodak using CCD sensor technology invented by Willard Boyle and George Smith in 1969 The birth of auto focus came with Minoltas Maxxum in 1985 paving the way for the worlds first commercially-available digital SLR ndash Kodaks 13 megapixel DCS-100 which sold in 1991 for $30000 USD Eight years later Nikon would wrestle away Kodaks dominance of the photo industry with the release of the D1 a 27MP model which went for a comparatively modest $6000

In 2003 Canon released the Digital Rebel the first consumer-level DSLR with a price tag under $1000 followed two years later by the first full-frame digital camera the 5D

Adobe hopped on the digital wave with the creation of Photoshop in 1990

A decade later the first camera phone was developed by Sharp in the early years of the new millennium Kodak ceased all production of film cameras in 2004 and even though the variety has been pared down they continue to produce film for the die-hard analog market

In the past ten years the major camera companies have focused their research and development almost entirely on improving their digital technology which has now begun to plateau The possibilities for future ingenuity now lay wide open with endless photographic possibilities waiting just over the horizon

The Reading EstablishmentAttributed to William Henry Fox Talbot (British 1800ndash1877)

Medium Salted paper prints from paper negatives

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Lola MontezSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

Medium Daguerreotype

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Lemuel ShawSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

Medium Daguerreotype

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Louis-Jacques-Mandeacute DaguerreJohn Jabez Edwin Mayall (British Oldham Lancashire 1813ndash1901 West Sussex)

Medium Albumen silver print from glass negative

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View Down Brattle Street from the Southworth amp Hawes Studio at 5 12 Tremont Row Boston

Southworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)Medium Daguerreotype

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Interview with Celebrity Photographer Jason Bell Having shot for publications like Vanity Fair Vogue photographed royals and had some of his work submitted into Britainrsquos National Portrait Gallery Jason Bell has cemented his place as one of the foremost portrait photographers of his generation He has published four books and received more accolades than we have room to mention In any case Jasonrsquos work is the gold-standard when it comes to peering past the face and into the soul of subject model or celebrity His work has fascinated us for some time so we interviewed him to learn more about his work and career

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INERVIEW

All images by and copyright of Jason Bell

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How did you become a photographer

I just always was I took pictures a lot as a child and then when I was at school I was given the keys to the school dark room which I remember finding a magical place It just carried on from there

You actually studied Politics Philosophy and Economics at Oxford and as of today you have photographed some of the most powerful individuals on earth from presidents to royals Is there a correlation there

I am a strong believer in researching the people I photograph so I think it helps that my education has given me an understanding of what some of them do

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What was it like to take the official christening photographs of Prince George

It was an honour to be asked Everyone kept telling me beforehand how nervous I would be and that I must be so stressed But I actually felt very relaxed throughout They gave me all the time I needed to prepare and were very friendly and relaxed I enjoyed it

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Many of your photos are part of the permanent collection of the National Portrait Gallery the United Kingdomrsquos official gallery for portraits of historical British people Your work is national history How does this feel

I try not to think of it in those terms but more about what I want to say about the person Irsquom photographing or what I can encourage them to reveal

Are there any portraits of yours in the National Portrait Gallery that stand out as favourites

My favourites tend to be favourites because they are people I have felt a particular connection with or even become friends with I try to do that with everyone I photograph but obviously it happens with some people more than others

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Yoursquove captured a lot of artists and entertainers as well What is it like photographing celebrities

I am lucky in that I photographed some famous people very early on in my career so I got used to it very quickly and it is not something that I find difficult to deal with at all now They are just people like everybody else and usually enjoy being treated as such

You did the movie posters for modern British classic like Billy Elliot and Love Actually How is shooting a movie poster different from capturing a portrait

It tends to be much more art directed so I have less freedom to just do what I want and have to follow a brief more carefully In those instances I try to follow that brief and then give them something in addition that they maybe didnrsquot know they wanted

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Have you ever photographed someone who had maybe been a role model of some kind for you or maybe just admired greatly

Yes - very early on in my career I was sent to Iceland to photograph Bjork I had been listening to that first album of hers all summer and so was a bit of a fan It actually kind of got in the way initially me being a fan and I had to get past that as quickly as possible to find the person I wanted to photograph

What was the most surreal moment you ever experienced during a photography shoot

I was shooting a campaign for the Royal Opera House of a Chinese opera singer called Liping Zhang in a beautiful area near the Mongolian border We were assured the weather would be OK since it was late spring but a freak snowstorm came through so we were all freezing and inappropriately dressed and we had to bundle her up in Chinese army coats to keep her warm and at the last moment there was so much snow we couldnrsquot even drive her to the spot where I wanted to photograph her so in order to get her there we had to rent a camel to put her on

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What advice would you give to amatuer photographers

Many of the students and amateurs who come to see me show me a little bit of everything That is unlikely to get you commissioned when you are starting out So I think itrsquos better to concentrate on one thing and do it very well at the beginning and then when that goes well you can branch out

PicsArt Monthly | 99

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Bewitched by BlightA building in ruins hangs together by what seems like threads One of the upper floors sags precariously just inches above the head of a young woman who strolls absent-mindedly with a teddy-bear in hand It seems possible that at any moment the whole structure could come crashing down Lady Luck we presume

Danny Aguirre (danny-aguirre-142) is the PicsArtist responsible for this Photo of the Month entitled Lady Luck Aguirre edited this image to perfection transplanting a young lively and vibrant woman into a world of decay In this manner the photo speaks to us through contrast

Darkly lit ruins once full of life now sit forgotten surrounded by sick yellow skies The deteriorating building bears down on an unwary and carefree youth (Lady Luck) ambling at the mercy of its behemonth broken structure In this peculiar and eerie scene Aguirre captivates his audience while conveying the promise of the unexpected

In an ever-changing world Aguirre has captured the aesthetic beauty of a building that has passed its prime However in its old age the building has become something else entirely a peculiar and curious space open to imaginative interpretation This is perhaps the luck that the young lady pictured in the image and Aguirres audience have stumbled upon an unexpected opportunity to reflect on the present in light of the past Through his creative vision Aguirre allows us to study ourselves and the physical structures we leave behind for future generations

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A Photographerrsquos Guide to the US

The most unique shots in America and where to get them

Kelso San Dunes Mojave Desert

If yoursquore looking for a unique photography opportunity head for the Kelso Sand Dunes - mountainous piles of sand that seem to spring up from nowhere in the middle of the Mojave Desert The tallest dunes can rise up to 650 feet above the surrounding terrain In this setting a well-timed hike might allow you photograph the sunset from a phenomenal vantage point A couple words of caution be sure to take a flashlight in order to get back to your car and never go alone

If you donrsquot make it to the sand dunes dont despair The spectacular darkness of the Mojave desert translates into spectacular nighttime photography With almost no ambient light (apart from the stars and the vague glow over the horizon coming from Las Vegas) the Mojave is the perfect place to experiment with time lapse night shots and double exposures This is a surefire way to snap some fantastic shots

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The Redwood Forests California

If you drive down the west coast of California on Route 1 yoursquoll suddenly find yourself in a magical landscape of trees so tall that you feel like a tiny critter The redwood forests in California are truly a sight to behold and the deep ochre of the tree barks is spectacular to see

Driving through this area is fantastic but make sure that you park up and go exploring with your camera This is one of the best places for nature photography The way the light streams through the canopy in the late afternoon is nothing short of breathtaking a must see for every photographer

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Tucson Arizona

Tucson may not seem like a photographerrsquos haven and if you visit in July when the temperatures soar to over 100 degrees Fahrenheit it certainly wonrsquot feel like it either However the landscape of this often-forgotten city makes for some truly breathtaking sunsets and sunrises where flat land gives way to gorgeous mountains ensconced by sunlight

If you visit Tucson youll also find that it is an unlikely hotbed of culture and art With a history that goes back much further than many of its neighbors in the south west Tucson boasts remarkable architecture historic neighborhoods and museums not to mention the Mission San Xavier del Bac an 18th-century mission that is still functioning Whats more the city has a distinctly Western flavor in light of pervasive Native American and Mexican influences After the sun goes down yoursquoll also find art events and bars alive with music and bonding in a comfy college-town atmosphere which means that you can capture some great shots of people simply being themselves

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DIY Wall Decorations for Kids Room

Artists start young so here we want to show how you can nurture art into a child by decorating his room so he starts seeing and valuing creativity from his early days

This DIY tutorial is so easy to do that if you have elder children you can involve them in the process of making these awsome wall hangings Make a collage in minutes that will be an impressive surprise for everyone and give you a proud piece of original artwork to hang on the wall in your kids room

For this project yoursquoll need a color printer markers scissors glue 2 pieces of ordinary cardboard and 4 equal-sized colorfull cardboards or canvas

Step 1 PrintFind some awesome characters online by either browsing clipart in the PicsArt Shop or googling cartoon images Also print out some basic colors or patterns to cut into shapes If you dont like the color of your background cardboards or canvases you can either color them with paint or print out patterns to make your backgrounds more colorful

Step 2 CutCut out your characters carefully and glue them on cardboard Now cut out the cardboard in the shape of your characters Be sure to cut out shapes for the scenery of your collage like clouds and trees There is no need to glue them on an additional cardboard if you do not want to make them look 3D

Step 3 Create 3D ElementsIdentify some parts of the animals you want to highlight like tails eyes or ears Cut out two of those parts from cardboard and glue one over the other so that the one with patterns stays on top

Step 4 GlueGlue your shapes onto 4 pieces of cardboard Start with the scenery (trees and clouds) then glue on your characters then glue on their cool colored double-layered body parts to make them stand out As a result you will have 3D-like animals or any other items you want

Step 6 Draw Parts and Write MessagesYou can draw some fine elements into your collage using ordinary colorful markers You can also write a message on your collage with a marker Your creations are now ready to make your child smile

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Danielrsquos Twisted Animal Crime LineupGreat artists know how to turn heads with their art and that is certainly the case with PicsArtist of the Month Daniel (n3cr0n0m1c0n) However when he turns heads he turns them into something else Daniel has recently unveiled a series of photos that replace the head of a human body with various animal heads - the only exception being an awesome Star Wars stormtrooper helmet

In each photo of the series Daniels body dons a different head Nevertheless he is shown wearing the same clothes - a leather jacket with a zipper that runs diagonally across his torso into the side of his collar The thing about Danielrsquos photos is that the details of their construction work really well together to create a dark artistic vision with grungy undertones

Despite this odd synergy each photo is posed with a nonchalance that seems to undermine the strangeness of it all every shot displaying the emotional expression of a criminal lineup or mugshot The body takes on a neutral stance and the animal heads stare with vacant expressions as if silently counting the seconds for the camera shutter to click so they can walk off and do something else The overall emotional effect is weird uneasy slightly comic and extremely captivating

PicsArt Monthly | 119

FEATURE Artist

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WHATS NEW

PicsArtrsquos Exciting New Features for iOS and Android Devices

PicsArt recently released some exciting updates for Android and iOS Most of the new features were available for both platforms but they had their slight differences

The update included two new effects Dodger and Vintage Ivory The former softens your photo with pale colors and ambient lighting while the latter is inspired by vintage color palettes and resolutions but with a new whiter and brighter twist

PicsArt also gave users the ability to customize the colors of PicsArt Masks with a new Hue slider Shape masks offer the opportunity to choose from a variety of shapes to overlay on your photos and they have been made even better recently - by adding the option to customize them by texture in addition to the previously available color and opacity

For a quick fix and speedy share of an image we introduced the Auto Enhance tool which automatically brings you the basic best version of your image while still allowing you to customize in small ways

In addition to these commonly shared updates the two platforms have some differences as well iOS users can now customize their collages by adjusting the inner borders and can choose from a whole new variety of pre-made grids iOS users will also be excited about our updates in the Social Network as written tags and usernames written out in comments or photo descriptions now automatically become links to what they are referencing This will make it easier for users to discover each other as well as trending tags

Donrsquot worry Android users you have some cool stuff too We know that photo stealing has become an issue in our network so we have removed the save option for photos Now only photos that have freetoedit tag can be saved and reused by others If you do not tag your miages with that tag no one will be able to save them We hope that this will help prevent photo theft and preserve the artistic rights of our creative userbase

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A Brief Introduction to Photo History

Although photography as we know it is among the youngest of the major art forms its history can be traced back to ancient times Chinese philosopher Mo-Zi discussed the principles of a camera obscura in the 4th or 5th century BCE For two thousand years it was known as a small dark room (or box) with a tiny hole in one wall through which light shone and projected an inverted image

During the late 1500s Giambattista della Portia perfected its design by adding a convex lens to the hole making a sharper more detailed image Camera obscuras allowed artists to trace a scene in ink for a more faithful reproduction

The Early Days of Image Processing

The 18th and 19th centuries saw a multitude of methods for image processing and creation In 1727 Johann Schulze mixed chalk silver and nitric acid - a very early photosensitive compound - noting that one side of the flask darkened when exposed to sunlight In 1816 Joseph Niceacutephore Nieacutepce created the worlds first photograph by coating a metal plate in a silver chloride solution and exposing it to light for 8 hours However he did not discover a way of permanently fixing

the image for another decadeWilliam Henry Fox Talbot applied Nieacutepces recipe to paper in 1834 fixing the images with a salt solution and eventually patenting the first paper negative as the ldquoCalotyperdquo in 1841

Meanwhile Louis Daguerre was creating the Daguerrotype by coating copper sheets in silver iodide creating a metal negative which he developed in a solution of mercury These two inventions lead to the creation of photography To that end on August 19 1839 the French government publicly acknowledged the invention of photography

The first glass negative was made by Frederick Scott Archer in 1851 using a wet plate collodion process During the 1850s the tintype photograph emerged this made the negative image appear positive by exposing it onto a dark-coloured metal sheet coated with collodion which made the shadows appear light and the highlights dark

In 1861 James Clerk-Maxwell realized that he could photograph a scene three times through a red blue and green filter and project the images on top of each other to create a full-colour image

Finally in 1871 Richard Leach Maddox suspended the silver solution in gelatin creating the dry emulsion which sent photography skyrocketing It was applied first to glass negatives but would later find its way onto the thin plastic film that made photography possible for the public at large

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The Photographic Boom

By 1878 glass plate negatives were being manufactured commercially and in 1880 George Eastman opened what would become the Eastman-Kodak company Within ten years he was producing roll film and in 1900 released the first personal camera the Kodak Brownie In 1907 the Lumiegravere Brothers released the first commercial colour film

Oscar Barnack working for Leitz microscopes pushed camera invention forward in 1914 with the first 35mm camera which was improved upon and released in 1924 as the first Leica camera 1936 saw the introduction of the modern SLR (single-lens reflex camera) as well as the legendary Kodachrome film which finally made colour photography popular Polaroid would release instant black-and-white film in 1948 followed by the colour version in 1963

Students from the Emerson School for GirlsSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

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Unidentified Woman in Nine Oval ViewsSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

Medium Daguerreotype

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The Digital Takeover

The first digital camera was invented in 1975 by Steve Sasson of Kodak using CCD sensor technology invented by Willard Boyle and George Smith in 1969 The birth of auto focus came with Minoltas Maxxum in 1985 paving the way for the worlds first commercially-available digital SLR ndash Kodaks 13 megapixel DCS-100 which sold in 1991 for $30000 USD Eight years later Nikon would wrestle away Kodaks dominance of the photo industry with the release of the D1 a 27MP model which went for a comparatively modest $6000

In 2003 Canon released the Digital Rebel the first consumer-level DSLR with a price tag under $1000 followed two years later by the first full-frame digital camera the 5D

Adobe hopped on the digital wave with the creation of Photoshop in 1990

A decade later the first camera phone was developed by Sharp in the early years of the new millennium Kodak ceased all production of film cameras in 2004 and even though the variety has been pared down they continue to produce film for the die-hard analog market

In the past ten years the major camera companies have focused their research and development almost entirely on improving their digital technology which has now begun to plateau The possibilities for future ingenuity now lay wide open with endless photographic possibilities waiting just over the horizon

The Reading EstablishmentAttributed to William Henry Fox Talbot (British 1800ndash1877)

Medium Salted paper prints from paper negatives

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Lola MontezSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

Medium Daguerreotype

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Lemuel ShawSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

Medium Daguerreotype

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Louis-Jacques-Mandeacute DaguerreJohn Jabez Edwin Mayall (British Oldham Lancashire 1813ndash1901 West Sussex)

Medium Albumen silver print from glass negative

PicsArt Monthly | 81

View Down Brattle Street from the Southworth amp Hawes Studio at 5 12 Tremont Row Boston

Southworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)Medium Daguerreotype

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Interview with Celebrity Photographer Jason Bell Having shot for publications like Vanity Fair Vogue photographed royals and had some of his work submitted into Britainrsquos National Portrait Gallery Jason Bell has cemented his place as one of the foremost portrait photographers of his generation He has published four books and received more accolades than we have room to mention In any case Jasonrsquos work is the gold-standard when it comes to peering past the face and into the soul of subject model or celebrity His work has fascinated us for some time so we interviewed him to learn more about his work and career

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INERVIEW

All images by and copyright of Jason Bell

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How did you become a photographer

I just always was I took pictures a lot as a child and then when I was at school I was given the keys to the school dark room which I remember finding a magical place It just carried on from there

You actually studied Politics Philosophy and Economics at Oxford and as of today you have photographed some of the most powerful individuals on earth from presidents to royals Is there a correlation there

I am a strong believer in researching the people I photograph so I think it helps that my education has given me an understanding of what some of them do

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What was it like to take the official christening photographs of Prince George

It was an honour to be asked Everyone kept telling me beforehand how nervous I would be and that I must be so stressed But I actually felt very relaxed throughout They gave me all the time I needed to prepare and were very friendly and relaxed I enjoyed it

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Many of your photos are part of the permanent collection of the National Portrait Gallery the United Kingdomrsquos official gallery for portraits of historical British people Your work is national history How does this feel

I try not to think of it in those terms but more about what I want to say about the person Irsquom photographing or what I can encourage them to reveal

Are there any portraits of yours in the National Portrait Gallery that stand out as favourites

My favourites tend to be favourites because they are people I have felt a particular connection with or even become friends with I try to do that with everyone I photograph but obviously it happens with some people more than others

PicsArt Monthly | 91

Yoursquove captured a lot of artists and entertainers as well What is it like photographing celebrities

I am lucky in that I photographed some famous people very early on in my career so I got used to it very quickly and it is not something that I find difficult to deal with at all now They are just people like everybody else and usually enjoy being treated as such

You did the movie posters for modern British classic like Billy Elliot and Love Actually How is shooting a movie poster different from capturing a portrait

It tends to be much more art directed so I have less freedom to just do what I want and have to follow a brief more carefully In those instances I try to follow that brief and then give them something in addition that they maybe didnrsquot know they wanted

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Have you ever photographed someone who had maybe been a role model of some kind for you or maybe just admired greatly

Yes - very early on in my career I was sent to Iceland to photograph Bjork I had been listening to that first album of hers all summer and so was a bit of a fan It actually kind of got in the way initially me being a fan and I had to get past that as quickly as possible to find the person I wanted to photograph

What was the most surreal moment you ever experienced during a photography shoot

I was shooting a campaign for the Royal Opera House of a Chinese opera singer called Liping Zhang in a beautiful area near the Mongolian border We were assured the weather would be OK since it was late spring but a freak snowstorm came through so we were all freezing and inappropriately dressed and we had to bundle her up in Chinese army coats to keep her warm and at the last moment there was so much snow we couldnrsquot even drive her to the spot where I wanted to photograph her so in order to get her there we had to rent a camel to put her on

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What advice would you give to amatuer photographers

Many of the students and amateurs who come to see me show me a little bit of everything That is unlikely to get you commissioned when you are starting out So I think itrsquos better to concentrate on one thing and do it very well at the beginning and then when that goes well you can branch out

PicsArt Monthly | 99

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Bewitched by BlightA building in ruins hangs together by what seems like threads One of the upper floors sags precariously just inches above the head of a young woman who strolls absent-mindedly with a teddy-bear in hand It seems possible that at any moment the whole structure could come crashing down Lady Luck we presume

Danny Aguirre (danny-aguirre-142) is the PicsArtist responsible for this Photo of the Month entitled Lady Luck Aguirre edited this image to perfection transplanting a young lively and vibrant woman into a world of decay In this manner the photo speaks to us through contrast

Darkly lit ruins once full of life now sit forgotten surrounded by sick yellow skies The deteriorating building bears down on an unwary and carefree youth (Lady Luck) ambling at the mercy of its behemonth broken structure In this peculiar and eerie scene Aguirre captivates his audience while conveying the promise of the unexpected

In an ever-changing world Aguirre has captured the aesthetic beauty of a building that has passed its prime However in its old age the building has become something else entirely a peculiar and curious space open to imaginative interpretation This is perhaps the luck that the young lady pictured in the image and Aguirres audience have stumbled upon an unexpected opportunity to reflect on the present in light of the past Through his creative vision Aguirre allows us to study ourselves and the physical structures we leave behind for future generations

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A Photographerrsquos Guide to the US

The most unique shots in America and where to get them

Kelso San Dunes Mojave Desert

If yoursquore looking for a unique photography opportunity head for the Kelso Sand Dunes - mountainous piles of sand that seem to spring up from nowhere in the middle of the Mojave Desert The tallest dunes can rise up to 650 feet above the surrounding terrain In this setting a well-timed hike might allow you photograph the sunset from a phenomenal vantage point A couple words of caution be sure to take a flashlight in order to get back to your car and never go alone

If you donrsquot make it to the sand dunes dont despair The spectacular darkness of the Mojave desert translates into spectacular nighttime photography With almost no ambient light (apart from the stars and the vague glow over the horizon coming from Las Vegas) the Mojave is the perfect place to experiment with time lapse night shots and double exposures This is a surefire way to snap some fantastic shots

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The Redwood Forests California

If you drive down the west coast of California on Route 1 yoursquoll suddenly find yourself in a magical landscape of trees so tall that you feel like a tiny critter The redwood forests in California are truly a sight to behold and the deep ochre of the tree barks is spectacular to see

Driving through this area is fantastic but make sure that you park up and go exploring with your camera This is one of the best places for nature photography The way the light streams through the canopy in the late afternoon is nothing short of breathtaking a must see for every photographer

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Tucson Arizona

Tucson may not seem like a photographerrsquos haven and if you visit in July when the temperatures soar to over 100 degrees Fahrenheit it certainly wonrsquot feel like it either However the landscape of this often-forgotten city makes for some truly breathtaking sunsets and sunrises where flat land gives way to gorgeous mountains ensconced by sunlight

If you visit Tucson youll also find that it is an unlikely hotbed of culture and art With a history that goes back much further than many of its neighbors in the south west Tucson boasts remarkable architecture historic neighborhoods and museums not to mention the Mission San Xavier del Bac an 18th-century mission that is still functioning Whats more the city has a distinctly Western flavor in light of pervasive Native American and Mexican influences After the sun goes down yoursquoll also find art events and bars alive with music and bonding in a comfy college-town atmosphere which means that you can capture some great shots of people simply being themselves

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DIY Wall Decorations for Kids Room

Artists start young so here we want to show how you can nurture art into a child by decorating his room so he starts seeing and valuing creativity from his early days

This DIY tutorial is so easy to do that if you have elder children you can involve them in the process of making these awsome wall hangings Make a collage in minutes that will be an impressive surprise for everyone and give you a proud piece of original artwork to hang on the wall in your kids room

For this project yoursquoll need a color printer markers scissors glue 2 pieces of ordinary cardboard and 4 equal-sized colorfull cardboards or canvas

Step 1 PrintFind some awesome characters online by either browsing clipart in the PicsArt Shop or googling cartoon images Also print out some basic colors or patterns to cut into shapes If you dont like the color of your background cardboards or canvases you can either color them with paint or print out patterns to make your backgrounds more colorful

Step 2 CutCut out your characters carefully and glue them on cardboard Now cut out the cardboard in the shape of your characters Be sure to cut out shapes for the scenery of your collage like clouds and trees There is no need to glue them on an additional cardboard if you do not want to make them look 3D

Step 3 Create 3D ElementsIdentify some parts of the animals you want to highlight like tails eyes or ears Cut out two of those parts from cardboard and glue one over the other so that the one with patterns stays on top

Step 4 GlueGlue your shapes onto 4 pieces of cardboard Start with the scenery (trees and clouds) then glue on your characters then glue on their cool colored double-layered body parts to make them stand out As a result you will have 3D-like animals or any other items you want

Step 6 Draw Parts and Write MessagesYou can draw some fine elements into your collage using ordinary colorful markers You can also write a message on your collage with a marker Your creations are now ready to make your child smile

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Danielrsquos Twisted Animal Crime LineupGreat artists know how to turn heads with their art and that is certainly the case with PicsArtist of the Month Daniel (n3cr0n0m1c0n) However when he turns heads he turns them into something else Daniel has recently unveiled a series of photos that replace the head of a human body with various animal heads - the only exception being an awesome Star Wars stormtrooper helmet

In each photo of the series Daniels body dons a different head Nevertheless he is shown wearing the same clothes - a leather jacket with a zipper that runs diagonally across his torso into the side of his collar The thing about Danielrsquos photos is that the details of their construction work really well together to create a dark artistic vision with grungy undertones

Despite this odd synergy each photo is posed with a nonchalance that seems to undermine the strangeness of it all every shot displaying the emotional expression of a criminal lineup or mugshot The body takes on a neutral stance and the animal heads stare with vacant expressions as if silently counting the seconds for the camera shutter to click so they can walk off and do something else The overall emotional effect is weird uneasy slightly comic and extremely captivating

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FEATURE Artist

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WHATS NEW

PicsArtrsquos Exciting New Features for iOS and Android Devices

PicsArt recently released some exciting updates for Android and iOS Most of the new features were available for both platforms but they had their slight differences

The update included two new effects Dodger and Vintage Ivory The former softens your photo with pale colors and ambient lighting while the latter is inspired by vintage color palettes and resolutions but with a new whiter and brighter twist

PicsArt also gave users the ability to customize the colors of PicsArt Masks with a new Hue slider Shape masks offer the opportunity to choose from a variety of shapes to overlay on your photos and they have been made even better recently - by adding the option to customize them by texture in addition to the previously available color and opacity

For a quick fix and speedy share of an image we introduced the Auto Enhance tool which automatically brings you the basic best version of your image while still allowing you to customize in small ways

In addition to these commonly shared updates the two platforms have some differences as well iOS users can now customize their collages by adjusting the inner borders and can choose from a whole new variety of pre-made grids iOS users will also be excited about our updates in the Social Network as written tags and usernames written out in comments or photo descriptions now automatically become links to what they are referencing This will make it easier for users to discover each other as well as trending tags

Donrsquot worry Android users you have some cool stuff too We know that photo stealing has become an issue in our network so we have removed the save option for photos Now only photos that have freetoedit tag can be saved and reused by others If you do not tag your miages with that tag no one will be able to save them We hope that this will help prevent photo theft and preserve the artistic rights of our creative userbase

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A Brief Introduction to Photo History

Although photography as we know it is among the youngest of the major art forms its history can be traced back to ancient times Chinese philosopher Mo-Zi discussed the principles of a camera obscura in the 4th or 5th century BCE For two thousand years it was known as a small dark room (or box) with a tiny hole in one wall through which light shone and projected an inverted image

During the late 1500s Giambattista della Portia perfected its design by adding a convex lens to the hole making a sharper more detailed image Camera obscuras allowed artists to trace a scene in ink for a more faithful reproduction

The Early Days of Image Processing

The 18th and 19th centuries saw a multitude of methods for image processing and creation In 1727 Johann Schulze mixed chalk silver and nitric acid - a very early photosensitive compound - noting that one side of the flask darkened when exposed to sunlight In 1816 Joseph Niceacutephore Nieacutepce created the worlds first photograph by coating a metal plate in a silver chloride solution and exposing it to light for 8 hours However he did not discover a way of permanently fixing

the image for another decadeWilliam Henry Fox Talbot applied Nieacutepces recipe to paper in 1834 fixing the images with a salt solution and eventually patenting the first paper negative as the ldquoCalotyperdquo in 1841

Meanwhile Louis Daguerre was creating the Daguerrotype by coating copper sheets in silver iodide creating a metal negative which he developed in a solution of mercury These two inventions lead to the creation of photography To that end on August 19 1839 the French government publicly acknowledged the invention of photography

The first glass negative was made by Frederick Scott Archer in 1851 using a wet plate collodion process During the 1850s the tintype photograph emerged this made the negative image appear positive by exposing it onto a dark-coloured metal sheet coated with collodion which made the shadows appear light and the highlights dark

In 1861 James Clerk-Maxwell realized that he could photograph a scene three times through a red blue and green filter and project the images on top of each other to create a full-colour image

Finally in 1871 Richard Leach Maddox suspended the silver solution in gelatin creating the dry emulsion which sent photography skyrocketing It was applied first to glass negatives but would later find its way onto the thin plastic film that made photography possible for the public at large

PicsArt Monthly | 75

The Photographic Boom

By 1878 glass plate negatives were being manufactured commercially and in 1880 George Eastman opened what would become the Eastman-Kodak company Within ten years he was producing roll film and in 1900 released the first personal camera the Kodak Brownie In 1907 the Lumiegravere Brothers released the first commercial colour film

Oscar Barnack working for Leitz microscopes pushed camera invention forward in 1914 with the first 35mm camera which was improved upon and released in 1924 as the first Leica camera 1936 saw the introduction of the modern SLR (single-lens reflex camera) as well as the legendary Kodachrome film which finally made colour photography popular Polaroid would release instant black-and-white film in 1948 followed by the colour version in 1963

Students from the Emerson School for GirlsSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

Medium Daguerreotype

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Unidentified Woman in Nine Oval ViewsSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

Medium Daguerreotype

PicsArt Monthly | 77

The Digital Takeover

The first digital camera was invented in 1975 by Steve Sasson of Kodak using CCD sensor technology invented by Willard Boyle and George Smith in 1969 The birth of auto focus came with Minoltas Maxxum in 1985 paving the way for the worlds first commercially-available digital SLR ndash Kodaks 13 megapixel DCS-100 which sold in 1991 for $30000 USD Eight years later Nikon would wrestle away Kodaks dominance of the photo industry with the release of the D1 a 27MP model which went for a comparatively modest $6000

In 2003 Canon released the Digital Rebel the first consumer-level DSLR with a price tag under $1000 followed two years later by the first full-frame digital camera the 5D

Adobe hopped on the digital wave with the creation of Photoshop in 1990

A decade later the first camera phone was developed by Sharp in the early years of the new millennium Kodak ceased all production of film cameras in 2004 and even though the variety has been pared down they continue to produce film for the die-hard analog market

In the past ten years the major camera companies have focused their research and development almost entirely on improving their digital technology which has now begun to plateau The possibilities for future ingenuity now lay wide open with endless photographic possibilities waiting just over the horizon

The Reading EstablishmentAttributed to William Henry Fox Talbot (British 1800ndash1877)

Medium Salted paper prints from paper negatives

78| PicsArt Monthly

Lola MontezSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

Medium Daguerreotype

PicsArt Monthly | 79

Lemuel ShawSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

Medium Daguerreotype

80| PicsArt Monthly

Louis-Jacques-Mandeacute DaguerreJohn Jabez Edwin Mayall (British Oldham Lancashire 1813ndash1901 West Sussex)

Medium Albumen silver print from glass negative

PicsArt Monthly | 81

View Down Brattle Street from the Southworth amp Hawes Studio at 5 12 Tremont Row Boston

Southworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)Medium Daguerreotype

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Interview with Celebrity Photographer Jason Bell Having shot for publications like Vanity Fair Vogue photographed royals and had some of his work submitted into Britainrsquos National Portrait Gallery Jason Bell has cemented his place as one of the foremost portrait photographers of his generation He has published four books and received more accolades than we have room to mention In any case Jasonrsquos work is the gold-standard when it comes to peering past the face and into the soul of subject model or celebrity His work has fascinated us for some time so we interviewed him to learn more about his work and career

PicsArt Monthly | 83

INERVIEW

All images by and copyright of Jason Bell

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86| PicsArt Monthly

How did you become a photographer

I just always was I took pictures a lot as a child and then when I was at school I was given the keys to the school dark room which I remember finding a magical place It just carried on from there

You actually studied Politics Philosophy and Economics at Oxford and as of today you have photographed some of the most powerful individuals on earth from presidents to royals Is there a correlation there

I am a strong believer in researching the people I photograph so I think it helps that my education has given me an understanding of what some of them do

PicsArt Monthly | 87

What was it like to take the official christening photographs of Prince George

It was an honour to be asked Everyone kept telling me beforehand how nervous I would be and that I must be so stressed But I actually felt very relaxed throughout They gave me all the time I needed to prepare and were very friendly and relaxed I enjoyed it

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Many of your photos are part of the permanent collection of the National Portrait Gallery the United Kingdomrsquos official gallery for portraits of historical British people Your work is national history How does this feel

I try not to think of it in those terms but more about what I want to say about the person Irsquom photographing or what I can encourage them to reveal

Are there any portraits of yours in the National Portrait Gallery that stand out as favourites

My favourites tend to be favourites because they are people I have felt a particular connection with or even become friends with I try to do that with everyone I photograph but obviously it happens with some people more than others

PicsArt Monthly | 91

Yoursquove captured a lot of artists and entertainers as well What is it like photographing celebrities

I am lucky in that I photographed some famous people very early on in my career so I got used to it very quickly and it is not something that I find difficult to deal with at all now They are just people like everybody else and usually enjoy being treated as such

You did the movie posters for modern British classic like Billy Elliot and Love Actually How is shooting a movie poster different from capturing a portrait

It tends to be much more art directed so I have less freedom to just do what I want and have to follow a brief more carefully In those instances I try to follow that brief and then give them something in addition that they maybe didnrsquot know they wanted

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Have you ever photographed someone who had maybe been a role model of some kind for you or maybe just admired greatly

Yes - very early on in my career I was sent to Iceland to photograph Bjork I had been listening to that first album of hers all summer and so was a bit of a fan It actually kind of got in the way initially me being a fan and I had to get past that as quickly as possible to find the person I wanted to photograph

What was the most surreal moment you ever experienced during a photography shoot

I was shooting a campaign for the Royal Opera House of a Chinese opera singer called Liping Zhang in a beautiful area near the Mongolian border We were assured the weather would be OK since it was late spring but a freak snowstorm came through so we were all freezing and inappropriately dressed and we had to bundle her up in Chinese army coats to keep her warm and at the last moment there was so much snow we couldnrsquot even drive her to the spot where I wanted to photograph her so in order to get her there we had to rent a camel to put her on

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What advice would you give to amatuer photographers

Many of the students and amateurs who come to see me show me a little bit of everything That is unlikely to get you commissioned when you are starting out So I think itrsquos better to concentrate on one thing and do it very well at the beginning and then when that goes well you can branch out

PicsArt Monthly | 99

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Bewitched by BlightA building in ruins hangs together by what seems like threads One of the upper floors sags precariously just inches above the head of a young woman who strolls absent-mindedly with a teddy-bear in hand It seems possible that at any moment the whole structure could come crashing down Lady Luck we presume

Danny Aguirre (danny-aguirre-142) is the PicsArtist responsible for this Photo of the Month entitled Lady Luck Aguirre edited this image to perfection transplanting a young lively and vibrant woman into a world of decay In this manner the photo speaks to us through contrast

Darkly lit ruins once full of life now sit forgotten surrounded by sick yellow skies The deteriorating building bears down on an unwary and carefree youth (Lady Luck) ambling at the mercy of its behemonth broken structure In this peculiar and eerie scene Aguirre captivates his audience while conveying the promise of the unexpected

In an ever-changing world Aguirre has captured the aesthetic beauty of a building that has passed its prime However in its old age the building has become something else entirely a peculiar and curious space open to imaginative interpretation This is perhaps the luck that the young lady pictured in the image and Aguirres audience have stumbled upon an unexpected opportunity to reflect on the present in light of the past Through his creative vision Aguirre allows us to study ourselves and the physical structures we leave behind for future generations

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A Photographerrsquos Guide to the US

The most unique shots in America and where to get them

Kelso San Dunes Mojave Desert

If yoursquore looking for a unique photography opportunity head for the Kelso Sand Dunes - mountainous piles of sand that seem to spring up from nowhere in the middle of the Mojave Desert The tallest dunes can rise up to 650 feet above the surrounding terrain In this setting a well-timed hike might allow you photograph the sunset from a phenomenal vantage point A couple words of caution be sure to take a flashlight in order to get back to your car and never go alone

If you donrsquot make it to the sand dunes dont despair The spectacular darkness of the Mojave desert translates into spectacular nighttime photography With almost no ambient light (apart from the stars and the vague glow over the horizon coming from Las Vegas) the Mojave is the perfect place to experiment with time lapse night shots and double exposures This is a surefire way to snap some fantastic shots

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The Redwood Forests California

If you drive down the west coast of California on Route 1 yoursquoll suddenly find yourself in a magical landscape of trees so tall that you feel like a tiny critter The redwood forests in California are truly a sight to behold and the deep ochre of the tree barks is spectacular to see

Driving through this area is fantastic but make sure that you park up and go exploring with your camera This is one of the best places for nature photography The way the light streams through the canopy in the late afternoon is nothing short of breathtaking a must see for every photographer

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Tucson Arizona

Tucson may not seem like a photographerrsquos haven and if you visit in July when the temperatures soar to over 100 degrees Fahrenheit it certainly wonrsquot feel like it either However the landscape of this often-forgotten city makes for some truly breathtaking sunsets and sunrises where flat land gives way to gorgeous mountains ensconced by sunlight

If you visit Tucson youll also find that it is an unlikely hotbed of culture and art With a history that goes back much further than many of its neighbors in the south west Tucson boasts remarkable architecture historic neighborhoods and museums not to mention the Mission San Xavier del Bac an 18th-century mission that is still functioning Whats more the city has a distinctly Western flavor in light of pervasive Native American and Mexican influences After the sun goes down yoursquoll also find art events and bars alive with music and bonding in a comfy college-town atmosphere which means that you can capture some great shots of people simply being themselves

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DIY Wall Decorations for Kids Room

Artists start young so here we want to show how you can nurture art into a child by decorating his room so he starts seeing and valuing creativity from his early days

This DIY tutorial is so easy to do that if you have elder children you can involve them in the process of making these awsome wall hangings Make a collage in minutes that will be an impressive surprise for everyone and give you a proud piece of original artwork to hang on the wall in your kids room

For this project yoursquoll need a color printer markers scissors glue 2 pieces of ordinary cardboard and 4 equal-sized colorfull cardboards or canvas

Step 1 PrintFind some awesome characters online by either browsing clipart in the PicsArt Shop or googling cartoon images Also print out some basic colors or patterns to cut into shapes If you dont like the color of your background cardboards or canvases you can either color them with paint or print out patterns to make your backgrounds more colorful

Step 2 CutCut out your characters carefully and glue them on cardboard Now cut out the cardboard in the shape of your characters Be sure to cut out shapes for the scenery of your collage like clouds and trees There is no need to glue them on an additional cardboard if you do not want to make them look 3D

Step 3 Create 3D ElementsIdentify some parts of the animals you want to highlight like tails eyes or ears Cut out two of those parts from cardboard and glue one over the other so that the one with patterns stays on top

Step 4 GlueGlue your shapes onto 4 pieces of cardboard Start with the scenery (trees and clouds) then glue on your characters then glue on their cool colored double-layered body parts to make them stand out As a result you will have 3D-like animals or any other items you want

Step 6 Draw Parts and Write MessagesYou can draw some fine elements into your collage using ordinary colorful markers You can also write a message on your collage with a marker Your creations are now ready to make your child smile

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Danielrsquos Twisted Animal Crime LineupGreat artists know how to turn heads with their art and that is certainly the case with PicsArtist of the Month Daniel (n3cr0n0m1c0n) However when he turns heads he turns them into something else Daniel has recently unveiled a series of photos that replace the head of a human body with various animal heads - the only exception being an awesome Star Wars stormtrooper helmet

In each photo of the series Daniels body dons a different head Nevertheless he is shown wearing the same clothes - a leather jacket with a zipper that runs diagonally across his torso into the side of his collar The thing about Danielrsquos photos is that the details of their construction work really well together to create a dark artistic vision with grungy undertones

Despite this odd synergy each photo is posed with a nonchalance that seems to undermine the strangeness of it all every shot displaying the emotional expression of a criminal lineup or mugshot The body takes on a neutral stance and the animal heads stare with vacant expressions as if silently counting the seconds for the camera shutter to click so they can walk off and do something else The overall emotional effect is weird uneasy slightly comic and extremely captivating

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A Brief Introduction to Photo History

Although photography as we know it is among the youngest of the major art forms its history can be traced back to ancient times Chinese philosopher Mo-Zi discussed the principles of a camera obscura in the 4th or 5th century BCE For two thousand years it was known as a small dark room (or box) with a tiny hole in one wall through which light shone and projected an inverted image

During the late 1500s Giambattista della Portia perfected its design by adding a convex lens to the hole making a sharper more detailed image Camera obscuras allowed artists to trace a scene in ink for a more faithful reproduction

The Early Days of Image Processing

The 18th and 19th centuries saw a multitude of methods for image processing and creation In 1727 Johann Schulze mixed chalk silver and nitric acid - a very early photosensitive compound - noting that one side of the flask darkened when exposed to sunlight In 1816 Joseph Niceacutephore Nieacutepce created the worlds first photograph by coating a metal plate in a silver chloride solution and exposing it to light for 8 hours However he did not discover a way of permanently fixing

the image for another decadeWilliam Henry Fox Talbot applied Nieacutepces recipe to paper in 1834 fixing the images with a salt solution and eventually patenting the first paper negative as the ldquoCalotyperdquo in 1841

Meanwhile Louis Daguerre was creating the Daguerrotype by coating copper sheets in silver iodide creating a metal negative which he developed in a solution of mercury These two inventions lead to the creation of photography To that end on August 19 1839 the French government publicly acknowledged the invention of photography

The first glass negative was made by Frederick Scott Archer in 1851 using a wet plate collodion process During the 1850s the tintype photograph emerged this made the negative image appear positive by exposing it onto a dark-coloured metal sheet coated with collodion which made the shadows appear light and the highlights dark

In 1861 James Clerk-Maxwell realized that he could photograph a scene three times through a red blue and green filter and project the images on top of each other to create a full-colour image

Finally in 1871 Richard Leach Maddox suspended the silver solution in gelatin creating the dry emulsion which sent photography skyrocketing It was applied first to glass negatives but would later find its way onto the thin plastic film that made photography possible for the public at large

PicsArt Monthly | 75

The Photographic Boom

By 1878 glass plate negatives were being manufactured commercially and in 1880 George Eastman opened what would become the Eastman-Kodak company Within ten years he was producing roll film and in 1900 released the first personal camera the Kodak Brownie In 1907 the Lumiegravere Brothers released the first commercial colour film

Oscar Barnack working for Leitz microscopes pushed camera invention forward in 1914 with the first 35mm camera which was improved upon and released in 1924 as the first Leica camera 1936 saw the introduction of the modern SLR (single-lens reflex camera) as well as the legendary Kodachrome film which finally made colour photography popular Polaroid would release instant black-and-white film in 1948 followed by the colour version in 1963

Students from the Emerson School for GirlsSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

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Unidentified Woman in Nine Oval ViewsSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

Medium Daguerreotype

PicsArt Monthly | 77

The Digital Takeover

The first digital camera was invented in 1975 by Steve Sasson of Kodak using CCD sensor technology invented by Willard Boyle and George Smith in 1969 The birth of auto focus came with Minoltas Maxxum in 1985 paving the way for the worlds first commercially-available digital SLR ndash Kodaks 13 megapixel DCS-100 which sold in 1991 for $30000 USD Eight years later Nikon would wrestle away Kodaks dominance of the photo industry with the release of the D1 a 27MP model which went for a comparatively modest $6000

In 2003 Canon released the Digital Rebel the first consumer-level DSLR with a price tag under $1000 followed two years later by the first full-frame digital camera the 5D

Adobe hopped on the digital wave with the creation of Photoshop in 1990

A decade later the first camera phone was developed by Sharp in the early years of the new millennium Kodak ceased all production of film cameras in 2004 and even though the variety has been pared down they continue to produce film for the die-hard analog market

In the past ten years the major camera companies have focused their research and development almost entirely on improving their digital technology which has now begun to plateau The possibilities for future ingenuity now lay wide open with endless photographic possibilities waiting just over the horizon

The Reading EstablishmentAttributed to William Henry Fox Talbot (British 1800ndash1877)

Medium Salted paper prints from paper negatives

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Lola MontezSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

Medium Daguerreotype

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Lemuel ShawSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

Medium Daguerreotype

80| PicsArt Monthly

Louis-Jacques-Mandeacute DaguerreJohn Jabez Edwin Mayall (British Oldham Lancashire 1813ndash1901 West Sussex)

Medium Albumen silver print from glass negative

PicsArt Monthly | 81

View Down Brattle Street from the Southworth amp Hawes Studio at 5 12 Tremont Row Boston

Southworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)Medium Daguerreotype

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Interview with Celebrity Photographer Jason Bell Having shot for publications like Vanity Fair Vogue photographed royals and had some of his work submitted into Britainrsquos National Portrait Gallery Jason Bell has cemented his place as one of the foremost portrait photographers of his generation He has published four books and received more accolades than we have room to mention In any case Jasonrsquos work is the gold-standard when it comes to peering past the face and into the soul of subject model or celebrity His work has fascinated us for some time so we interviewed him to learn more about his work and career

PicsArt Monthly | 83

INERVIEW

All images by and copyright of Jason Bell

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How did you become a photographer

I just always was I took pictures a lot as a child and then when I was at school I was given the keys to the school dark room which I remember finding a magical place It just carried on from there

You actually studied Politics Philosophy and Economics at Oxford and as of today you have photographed some of the most powerful individuals on earth from presidents to royals Is there a correlation there

I am a strong believer in researching the people I photograph so I think it helps that my education has given me an understanding of what some of them do

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What was it like to take the official christening photographs of Prince George

It was an honour to be asked Everyone kept telling me beforehand how nervous I would be and that I must be so stressed But I actually felt very relaxed throughout They gave me all the time I needed to prepare and were very friendly and relaxed I enjoyed it

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Many of your photos are part of the permanent collection of the National Portrait Gallery the United Kingdomrsquos official gallery for portraits of historical British people Your work is national history How does this feel

I try not to think of it in those terms but more about what I want to say about the person Irsquom photographing or what I can encourage them to reveal

Are there any portraits of yours in the National Portrait Gallery that stand out as favourites

My favourites tend to be favourites because they are people I have felt a particular connection with or even become friends with I try to do that with everyone I photograph but obviously it happens with some people more than others

PicsArt Monthly | 91

Yoursquove captured a lot of artists and entertainers as well What is it like photographing celebrities

I am lucky in that I photographed some famous people very early on in my career so I got used to it very quickly and it is not something that I find difficult to deal with at all now They are just people like everybody else and usually enjoy being treated as such

You did the movie posters for modern British classic like Billy Elliot and Love Actually How is shooting a movie poster different from capturing a portrait

It tends to be much more art directed so I have less freedom to just do what I want and have to follow a brief more carefully In those instances I try to follow that brief and then give them something in addition that they maybe didnrsquot know they wanted

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Have you ever photographed someone who had maybe been a role model of some kind for you or maybe just admired greatly

Yes - very early on in my career I was sent to Iceland to photograph Bjork I had been listening to that first album of hers all summer and so was a bit of a fan It actually kind of got in the way initially me being a fan and I had to get past that as quickly as possible to find the person I wanted to photograph

What was the most surreal moment you ever experienced during a photography shoot

I was shooting a campaign for the Royal Opera House of a Chinese opera singer called Liping Zhang in a beautiful area near the Mongolian border We were assured the weather would be OK since it was late spring but a freak snowstorm came through so we were all freezing and inappropriately dressed and we had to bundle her up in Chinese army coats to keep her warm and at the last moment there was so much snow we couldnrsquot even drive her to the spot where I wanted to photograph her so in order to get her there we had to rent a camel to put her on

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What advice would you give to amatuer photographers

Many of the students and amateurs who come to see me show me a little bit of everything That is unlikely to get you commissioned when you are starting out So I think itrsquos better to concentrate on one thing and do it very well at the beginning and then when that goes well you can branch out

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Bewitched by BlightA building in ruins hangs together by what seems like threads One of the upper floors sags precariously just inches above the head of a young woman who strolls absent-mindedly with a teddy-bear in hand It seems possible that at any moment the whole structure could come crashing down Lady Luck we presume

Danny Aguirre (danny-aguirre-142) is the PicsArtist responsible for this Photo of the Month entitled Lady Luck Aguirre edited this image to perfection transplanting a young lively and vibrant woman into a world of decay In this manner the photo speaks to us through contrast

Darkly lit ruins once full of life now sit forgotten surrounded by sick yellow skies The deteriorating building bears down on an unwary and carefree youth (Lady Luck) ambling at the mercy of its behemonth broken structure In this peculiar and eerie scene Aguirre captivates his audience while conveying the promise of the unexpected

In an ever-changing world Aguirre has captured the aesthetic beauty of a building that has passed its prime However in its old age the building has become something else entirely a peculiar and curious space open to imaginative interpretation This is perhaps the luck that the young lady pictured in the image and Aguirres audience have stumbled upon an unexpected opportunity to reflect on the present in light of the past Through his creative vision Aguirre allows us to study ourselves and the physical structures we leave behind for future generations

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A Photographerrsquos Guide to the US

The most unique shots in America and where to get them

Kelso San Dunes Mojave Desert

If yoursquore looking for a unique photography opportunity head for the Kelso Sand Dunes - mountainous piles of sand that seem to spring up from nowhere in the middle of the Mojave Desert The tallest dunes can rise up to 650 feet above the surrounding terrain In this setting a well-timed hike might allow you photograph the sunset from a phenomenal vantage point A couple words of caution be sure to take a flashlight in order to get back to your car and never go alone

If you donrsquot make it to the sand dunes dont despair The spectacular darkness of the Mojave desert translates into spectacular nighttime photography With almost no ambient light (apart from the stars and the vague glow over the horizon coming from Las Vegas) the Mojave is the perfect place to experiment with time lapse night shots and double exposures This is a surefire way to snap some fantastic shots

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The Redwood Forests California

If you drive down the west coast of California on Route 1 yoursquoll suddenly find yourself in a magical landscape of trees so tall that you feel like a tiny critter The redwood forests in California are truly a sight to behold and the deep ochre of the tree barks is spectacular to see

Driving through this area is fantastic but make sure that you park up and go exploring with your camera This is one of the best places for nature photography The way the light streams through the canopy in the late afternoon is nothing short of breathtaking a must see for every photographer

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Tucson Arizona

Tucson may not seem like a photographerrsquos haven and if you visit in July when the temperatures soar to over 100 degrees Fahrenheit it certainly wonrsquot feel like it either However the landscape of this often-forgotten city makes for some truly breathtaking sunsets and sunrises where flat land gives way to gorgeous mountains ensconced by sunlight

If you visit Tucson youll also find that it is an unlikely hotbed of culture and art With a history that goes back much further than many of its neighbors in the south west Tucson boasts remarkable architecture historic neighborhoods and museums not to mention the Mission San Xavier del Bac an 18th-century mission that is still functioning Whats more the city has a distinctly Western flavor in light of pervasive Native American and Mexican influences After the sun goes down yoursquoll also find art events and bars alive with music and bonding in a comfy college-town atmosphere which means that you can capture some great shots of people simply being themselves

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DIY Wall Decorations for Kids Room

Artists start young so here we want to show how you can nurture art into a child by decorating his room so he starts seeing and valuing creativity from his early days

This DIY tutorial is so easy to do that if you have elder children you can involve them in the process of making these awsome wall hangings Make a collage in minutes that will be an impressive surprise for everyone and give you a proud piece of original artwork to hang on the wall in your kids room

For this project yoursquoll need a color printer markers scissors glue 2 pieces of ordinary cardboard and 4 equal-sized colorfull cardboards or canvas

Step 1 PrintFind some awesome characters online by either browsing clipart in the PicsArt Shop or googling cartoon images Also print out some basic colors or patterns to cut into shapes If you dont like the color of your background cardboards or canvases you can either color them with paint or print out patterns to make your backgrounds more colorful

Step 2 CutCut out your characters carefully and glue them on cardboard Now cut out the cardboard in the shape of your characters Be sure to cut out shapes for the scenery of your collage like clouds and trees There is no need to glue them on an additional cardboard if you do not want to make them look 3D

Step 3 Create 3D ElementsIdentify some parts of the animals you want to highlight like tails eyes or ears Cut out two of those parts from cardboard and glue one over the other so that the one with patterns stays on top

Step 4 GlueGlue your shapes onto 4 pieces of cardboard Start with the scenery (trees and clouds) then glue on your characters then glue on their cool colored double-layered body parts to make them stand out As a result you will have 3D-like animals or any other items you want

Step 6 Draw Parts and Write MessagesYou can draw some fine elements into your collage using ordinary colorful markers You can also write a message on your collage with a marker Your creations are now ready to make your child smile

118| PicsArt Monthly

Danielrsquos Twisted Animal Crime LineupGreat artists know how to turn heads with their art and that is certainly the case with PicsArtist of the Month Daniel (n3cr0n0m1c0n) However when he turns heads he turns them into something else Daniel has recently unveiled a series of photos that replace the head of a human body with various animal heads - the only exception being an awesome Star Wars stormtrooper helmet

In each photo of the series Daniels body dons a different head Nevertheless he is shown wearing the same clothes - a leather jacket with a zipper that runs diagonally across his torso into the side of his collar The thing about Danielrsquos photos is that the details of their construction work really well together to create a dark artistic vision with grungy undertones

Despite this odd synergy each photo is posed with a nonchalance that seems to undermine the strangeness of it all every shot displaying the emotional expression of a criminal lineup or mugshot The body takes on a neutral stance and the animal heads stare with vacant expressions as if silently counting the seconds for the camera shutter to click so they can walk off and do something else The overall emotional effect is weird uneasy slightly comic and extremely captivating

PicsArt Monthly | 119

FEATURE Artist

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A Brief Introduction to Photo History

Although photography as we know it is among the youngest of the major art forms its history can be traced back to ancient times Chinese philosopher Mo-Zi discussed the principles of a camera obscura in the 4th or 5th century BCE For two thousand years it was known as a small dark room (or box) with a tiny hole in one wall through which light shone and projected an inverted image

During the late 1500s Giambattista della Portia perfected its design by adding a convex lens to the hole making a sharper more detailed image Camera obscuras allowed artists to trace a scene in ink for a more faithful reproduction

The Early Days of Image Processing

The 18th and 19th centuries saw a multitude of methods for image processing and creation In 1727 Johann Schulze mixed chalk silver and nitric acid - a very early photosensitive compound - noting that one side of the flask darkened when exposed to sunlight In 1816 Joseph Niceacutephore Nieacutepce created the worlds first photograph by coating a metal plate in a silver chloride solution and exposing it to light for 8 hours However he did not discover a way of permanently fixing

the image for another decadeWilliam Henry Fox Talbot applied Nieacutepces recipe to paper in 1834 fixing the images with a salt solution and eventually patenting the first paper negative as the ldquoCalotyperdquo in 1841

Meanwhile Louis Daguerre was creating the Daguerrotype by coating copper sheets in silver iodide creating a metal negative which he developed in a solution of mercury These two inventions lead to the creation of photography To that end on August 19 1839 the French government publicly acknowledged the invention of photography

The first glass negative was made by Frederick Scott Archer in 1851 using a wet plate collodion process During the 1850s the tintype photograph emerged this made the negative image appear positive by exposing it onto a dark-coloured metal sheet coated with collodion which made the shadows appear light and the highlights dark

In 1861 James Clerk-Maxwell realized that he could photograph a scene three times through a red blue and green filter and project the images on top of each other to create a full-colour image

Finally in 1871 Richard Leach Maddox suspended the silver solution in gelatin creating the dry emulsion which sent photography skyrocketing It was applied first to glass negatives but would later find its way onto the thin plastic film that made photography possible for the public at large

PicsArt Monthly | 75

The Photographic Boom

By 1878 glass plate negatives were being manufactured commercially and in 1880 George Eastman opened what would become the Eastman-Kodak company Within ten years he was producing roll film and in 1900 released the first personal camera the Kodak Brownie In 1907 the Lumiegravere Brothers released the first commercial colour film

Oscar Barnack working for Leitz microscopes pushed camera invention forward in 1914 with the first 35mm camera which was improved upon and released in 1924 as the first Leica camera 1936 saw the introduction of the modern SLR (single-lens reflex camera) as well as the legendary Kodachrome film which finally made colour photography popular Polaroid would release instant black-and-white film in 1948 followed by the colour version in 1963

Students from the Emerson School for GirlsSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

Medium Daguerreotype

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Unidentified Woman in Nine Oval ViewsSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

Medium Daguerreotype

PicsArt Monthly | 77

The Digital Takeover

The first digital camera was invented in 1975 by Steve Sasson of Kodak using CCD sensor technology invented by Willard Boyle and George Smith in 1969 The birth of auto focus came with Minoltas Maxxum in 1985 paving the way for the worlds first commercially-available digital SLR ndash Kodaks 13 megapixel DCS-100 which sold in 1991 for $30000 USD Eight years later Nikon would wrestle away Kodaks dominance of the photo industry with the release of the D1 a 27MP model which went for a comparatively modest $6000

In 2003 Canon released the Digital Rebel the first consumer-level DSLR with a price tag under $1000 followed two years later by the first full-frame digital camera the 5D

Adobe hopped on the digital wave with the creation of Photoshop in 1990

A decade later the first camera phone was developed by Sharp in the early years of the new millennium Kodak ceased all production of film cameras in 2004 and even though the variety has been pared down they continue to produce film for the die-hard analog market

In the past ten years the major camera companies have focused their research and development almost entirely on improving their digital technology which has now begun to plateau The possibilities for future ingenuity now lay wide open with endless photographic possibilities waiting just over the horizon

The Reading EstablishmentAttributed to William Henry Fox Talbot (British 1800ndash1877)

Medium Salted paper prints from paper negatives

78| PicsArt Monthly

Lola MontezSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

Medium Daguerreotype

PicsArt Monthly | 79

Lemuel ShawSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

Medium Daguerreotype

80| PicsArt Monthly

Louis-Jacques-Mandeacute DaguerreJohn Jabez Edwin Mayall (British Oldham Lancashire 1813ndash1901 West Sussex)

Medium Albumen silver print from glass negative

PicsArt Monthly | 81

View Down Brattle Street from the Southworth amp Hawes Studio at 5 12 Tremont Row Boston

Southworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)Medium Daguerreotype

82| PicsArt Monthly

Interview with Celebrity Photographer Jason Bell Having shot for publications like Vanity Fair Vogue photographed royals and had some of his work submitted into Britainrsquos National Portrait Gallery Jason Bell has cemented his place as one of the foremost portrait photographers of his generation He has published four books and received more accolades than we have room to mention In any case Jasonrsquos work is the gold-standard when it comes to peering past the face and into the soul of subject model or celebrity His work has fascinated us for some time so we interviewed him to learn more about his work and career

PicsArt Monthly | 83

INERVIEW

All images by and copyright of Jason Bell

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86| PicsArt Monthly

How did you become a photographer

I just always was I took pictures a lot as a child and then when I was at school I was given the keys to the school dark room which I remember finding a magical place It just carried on from there

You actually studied Politics Philosophy and Economics at Oxford and as of today you have photographed some of the most powerful individuals on earth from presidents to royals Is there a correlation there

I am a strong believer in researching the people I photograph so I think it helps that my education has given me an understanding of what some of them do

PicsArt Monthly | 87

What was it like to take the official christening photographs of Prince George

It was an honour to be asked Everyone kept telling me beforehand how nervous I would be and that I must be so stressed But I actually felt very relaxed throughout They gave me all the time I needed to prepare and were very friendly and relaxed I enjoyed it

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Many of your photos are part of the permanent collection of the National Portrait Gallery the United Kingdomrsquos official gallery for portraits of historical British people Your work is national history How does this feel

I try not to think of it in those terms but more about what I want to say about the person Irsquom photographing or what I can encourage them to reveal

Are there any portraits of yours in the National Portrait Gallery that stand out as favourites

My favourites tend to be favourites because they are people I have felt a particular connection with or even become friends with I try to do that with everyone I photograph but obviously it happens with some people more than others

PicsArt Monthly | 91

Yoursquove captured a lot of artists and entertainers as well What is it like photographing celebrities

I am lucky in that I photographed some famous people very early on in my career so I got used to it very quickly and it is not something that I find difficult to deal with at all now They are just people like everybody else and usually enjoy being treated as such

You did the movie posters for modern British classic like Billy Elliot and Love Actually How is shooting a movie poster different from capturing a portrait

It tends to be much more art directed so I have less freedom to just do what I want and have to follow a brief more carefully In those instances I try to follow that brief and then give them something in addition that they maybe didnrsquot know they wanted

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Have you ever photographed someone who had maybe been a role model of some kind for you or maybe just admired greatly

Yes - very early on in my career I was sent to Iceland to photograph Bjork I had been listening to that first album of hers all summer and so was a bit of a fan It actually kind of got in the way initially me being a fan and I had to get past that as quickly as possible to find the person I wanted to photograph

What was the most surreal moment you ever experienced during a photography shoot

I was shooting a campaign for the Royal Opera House of a Chinese opera singer called Liping Zhang in a beautiful area near the Mongolian border We were assured the weather would be OK since it was late spring but a freak snowstorm came through so we were all freezing and inappropriately dressed and we had to bundle her up in Chinese army coats to keep her warm and at the last moment there was so much snow we couldnrsquot even drive her to the spot where I wanted to photograph her so in order to get her there we had to rent a camel to put her on

PicsArt Monthly | 95

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What advice would you give to amatuer photographers

Many of the students and amateurs who come to see me show me a little bit of everything That is unlikely to get you commissioned when you are starting out So I think itrsquos better to concentrate on one thing and do it very well at the beginning and then when that goes well you can branch out

PicsArt Monthly | 99

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Bewitched by BlightA building in ruins hangs together by what seems like threads One of the upper floors sags precariously just inches above the head of a young woman who strolls absent-mindedly with a teddy-bear in hand It seems possible that at any moment the whole structure could come crashing down Lady Luck we presume

Danny Aguirre (danny-aguirre-142) is the PicsArtist responsible for this Photo of the Month entitled Lady Luck Aguirre edited this image to perfection transplanting a young lively and vibrant woman into a world of decay In this manner the photo speaks to us through contrast

Darkly lit ruins once full of life now sit forgotten surrounded by sick yellow skies The deteriorating building bears down on an unwary and carefree youth (Lady Luck) ambling at the mercy of its behemonth broken structure In this peculiar and eerie scene Aguirre captivates his audience while conveying the promise of the unexpected

In an ever-changing world Aguirre has captured the aesthetic beauty of a building that has passed its prime However in its old age the building has become something else entirely a peculiar and curious space open to imaginative interpretation This is perhaps the luck that the young lady pictured in the image and Aguirres audience have stumbled upon an unexpected opportunity to reflect on the present in light of the past Through his creative vision Aguirre allows us to study ourselves and the physical structures we leave behind for future generations

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PicsArt Monthly | 103

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A Photographerrsquos Guide to the US

The most unique shots in America and where to get them

Kelso San Dunes Mojave Desert

If yoursquore looking for a unique photography opportunity head for the Kelso Sand Dunes - mountainous piles of sand that seem to spring up from nowhere in the middle of the Mojave Desert The tallest dunes can rise up to 650 feet above the surrounding terrain In this setting a well-timed hike might allow you photograph the sunset from a phenomenal vantage point A couple words of caution be sure to take a flashlight in order to get back to your car and never go alone

If you donrsquot make it to the sand dunes dont despair The spectacular darkness of the Mojave desert translates into spectacular nighttime photography With almost no ambient light (apart from the stars and the vague glow over the horizon coming from Las Vegas) the Mojave is the perfect place to experiment with time lapse night shots and double exposures This is a surefire way to snap some fantastic shots

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The Redwood Forests California

If you drive down the west coast of California on Route 1 yoursquoll suddenly find yourself in a magical landscape of trees so tall that you feel like a tiny critter The redwood forests in California are truly a sight to behold and the deep ochre of the tree barks is spectacular to see

Driving through this area is fantastic but make sure that you park up and go exploring with your camera This is one of the best places for nature photography The way the light streams through the canopy in the late afternoon is nothing short of breathtaking a must see for every photographer

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Tucson Arizona

Tucson may not seem like a photographerrsquos haven and if you visit in July when the temperatures soar to over 100 degrees Fahrenheit it certainly wonrsquot feel like it either However the landscape of this often-forgotten city makes for some truly breathtaking sunsets and sunrises where flat land gives way to gorgeous mountains ensconced by sunlight

If you visit Tucson youll also find that it is an unlikely hotbed of culture and art With a history that goes back much further than many of its neighbors in the south west Tucson boasts remarkable architecture historic neighborhoods and museums not to mention the Mission San Xavier del Bac an 18th-century mission that is still functioning Whats more the city has a distinctly Western flavor in light of pervasive Native American and Mexican influences After the sun goes down yoursquoll also find art events and bars alive with music and bonding in a comfy college-town atmosphere which means that you can capture some great shots of people simply being themselves

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DIY Wall Decorations for Kids Room

Artists start young so here we want to show how you can nurture art into a child by decorating his room so he starts seeing and valuing creativity from his early days

This DIY tutorial is so easy to do that if you have elder children you can involve them in the process of making these awsome wall hangings Make a collage in minutes that will be an impressive surprise for everyone and give you a proud piece of original artwork to hang on the wall in your kids room

For this project yoursquoll need a color printer markers scissors glue 2 pieces of ordinary cardboard and 4 equal-sized colorfull cardboards or canvas

Step 1 PrintFind some awesome characters online by either browsing clipart in the PicsArt Shop or googling cartoon images Also print out some basic colors or patterns to cut into shapes If you dont like the color of your background cardboards or canvases you can either color them with paint or print out patterns to make your backgrounds more colorful

Step 2 CutCut out your characters carefully and glue them on cardboard Now cut out the cardboard in the shape of your characters Be sure to cut out shapes for the scenery of your collage like clouds and trees There is no need to glue them on an additional cardboard if you do not want to make them look 3D

Step 3 Create 3D ElementsIdentify some parts of the animals you want to highlight like tails eyes or ears Cut out two of those parts from cardboard and glue one over the other so that the one with patterns stays on top

Step 4 GlueGlue your shapes onto 4 pieces of cardboard Start with the scenery (trees and clouds) then glue on your characters then glue on their cool colored double-layered body parts to make them stand out As a result you will have 3D-like animals or any other items you want

Step 6 Draw Parts and Write MessagesYou can draw some fine elements into your collage using ordinary colorful markers You can also write a message on your collage with a marker Your creations are now ready to make your child smile

118| PicsArt Monthly

Danielrsquos Twisted Animal Crime LineupGreat artists know how to turn heads with their art and that is certainly the case with PicsArtist of the Month Daniel (n3cr0n0m1c0n) However when he turns heads he turns them into something else Daniel has recently unveiled a series of photos that replace the head of a human body with various animal heads - the only exception being an awesome Star Wars stormtrooper helmet

In each photo of the series Daniels body dons a different head Nevertheless he is shown wearing the same clothes - a leather jacket with a zipper that runs diagonally across his torso into the side of his collar The thing about Danielrsquos photos is that the details of their construction work really well together to create a dark artistic vision with grungy undertones

Despite this odd synergy each photo is posed with a nonchalance that seems to undermine the strangeness of it all every shot displaying the emotional expression of a criminal lineup or mugshot The body takes on a neutral stance and the animal heads stare with vacant expressions as if silently counting the seconds for the camera shutter to click so they can walk off and do something else The overall emotional effect is weird uneasy slightly comic and extremely captivating

PicsArt Monthly | 119

FEATURE Artist

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A Brief Introduction to Photo History

Although photography as we know it is among the youngest of the major art forms its history can be traced back to ancient times Chinese philosopher Mo-Zi discussed the principles of a camera obscura in the 4th or 5th century BCE For two thousand years it was known as a small dark room (or box) with a tiny hole in one wall through which light shone and projected an inverted image

During the late 1500s Giambattista della Portia perfected its design by adding a convex lens to the hole making a sharper more detailed image Camera obscuras allowed artists to trace a scene in ink for a more faithful reproduction

The Early Days of Image Processing

The 18th and 19th centuries saw a multitude of methods for image processing and creation In 1727 Johann Schulze mixed chalk silver and nitric acid - a very early photosensitive compound - noting that one side of the flask darkened when exposed to sunlight In 1816 Joseph Niceacutephore Nieacutepce created the worlds first photograph by coating a metal plate in a silver chloride solution and exposing it to light for 8 hours However he did not discover a way of permanently fixing

the image for another decadeWilliam Henry Fox Talbot applied Nieacutepces recipe to paper in 1834 fixing the images with a salt solution and eventually patenting the first paper negative as the ldquoCalotyperdquo in 1841

Meanwhile Louis Daguerre was creating the Daguerrotype by coating copper sheets in silver iodide creating a metal negative which he developed in a solution of mercury These two inventions lead to the creation of photography To that end on August 19 1839 the French government publicly acknowledged the invention of photography

The first glass negative was made by Frederick Scott Archer in 1851 using a wet plate collodion process During the 1850s the tintype photograph emerged this made the negative image appear positive by exposing it onto a dark-coloured metal sheet coated with collodion which made the shadows appear light and the highlights dark

In 1861 James Clerk-Maxwell realized that he could photograph a scene three times through a red blue and green filter and project the images on top of each other to create a full-colour image

Finally in 1871 Richard Leach Maddox suspended the silver solution in gelatin creating the dry emulsion which sent photography skyrocketing It was applied first to glass negatives but would later find its way onto the thin plastic film that made photography possible for the public at large

PicsArt Monthly | 75

The Photographic Boom

By 1878 glass plate negatives were being manufactured commercially and in 1880 George Eastman opened what would become the Eastman-Kodak company Within ten years he was producing roll film and in 1900 released the first personal camera the Kodak Brownie In 1907 the Lumiegravere Brothers released the first commercial colour film

Oscar Barnack working for Leitz microscopes pushed camera invention forward in 1914 with the first 35mm camera which was improved upon and released in 1924 as the first Leica camera 1936 saw the introduction of the modern SLR (single-lens reflex camera) as well as the legendary Kodachrome film which finally made colour photography popular Polaroid would release instant black-and-white film in 1948 followed by the colour version in 1963

Students from the Emerson School for GirlsSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

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Unidentified Woman in Nine Oval ViewsSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

Medium Daguerreotype

PicsArt Monthly | 77

The Digital Takeover

The first digital camera was invented in 1975 by Steve Sasson of Kodak using CCD sensor technology invented by Willard Boyle and George Smith in 1969 The birth of auto focus came with Minoltas Maxxum in 1985 paving the way for the worlds first commercially-available digital SLR ndash Kodaks 13 megapixel DCS-100 which sold in 1991 for $30000 USD Eight years later Nikon would wrestle away Kodaks dominance of the photo industry with the release of the D1 a 27MP model which went for a comparatively modest $6000

In 2003 Canon released the Digital Rebel the first consumer-level DSLR with a price tag under $1000 followed two years later by the first full-frame digital camera the 5D

Adobe hopped on the digital wave with the creation of Photoshop in 1990

A decade later the first camera phone was developed by Sharp in the early years of the new millennium Kodak ceased all production of film cameras in 2004 and even though the variety has been pared down they continue to produce film for the die-hard analog market

In the past ten years the major camera companies have focused their research and development almost entirely on improving their digital technology which has now begun to plateau The possibilities for future ingenuity now lay wide open with endless photographic possibilities waiting just over the horizon

The Reading EstablishmentAttributed to William Henry Fox Talbot (British 1800ndash1877)

Medium Salted paper prints from paper negatives

78| PicsArt Monthly

Lola MontezSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

Medium Daguerreotype

PicsArt Monthly | 79

Lemuel ShawSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

Medium Daguerreotype

80| PicsArt Monthly

Louis-Jacques-Mandeacute DaguerreJohn Jabez Edwin Mayall (British Oldham Lancashire 1813ndash1901 West Sussex)

Medium Albumen silver print from glass negative

PicsArt Monthly | 81

View Down Brattle Street from the Southworth amp Hawes Studio at 5 12 Tremont Row Boston

Southworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)Medium Daguerreotype

82| PicsArt Monthly

Interview with Celebrity Photographer Jason Bell Having shot for publications like Vanity Fair Vogue photographed royals and had some of his work submitted into Britainrsquos National Portrait Gallery Jason Bell has cemented his place as one of the foremost portrait photographers of his generation He has published four books and received more accolades than we have room to mention In any case Jasonrsquos work is the gold-standard when it comes to peering past the face and into the soul of subject model or celebrity His work has fascinated us for some time so we interviewed him to learn more about his work and career

PicsArt Monthly | 83

INERVIEW

All images by and copyright of Jason Bell

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How did you become a photographer

I just always was I took pictures a lot as a child and then when I was at school I was given the keys to the school dark room which I remember finding a magical place It just carried on from there

You actually studied Politics Philosophy and Economics at Oxford and as of today you have photographed some of the most powerful individuals on earth from presidents to royals Is there a correlation there

I am a strong believer in researching the people I photograph so I think it helps that my education has given me an understanding of what some of them do

PicsArt Monthly | 87

What was it like to take the official christening photographs of Prince George

It was an honour to be asked Everyone kept telling me beforehand how nervous I would be and that I must be so stressed But I actually felt very relaxed throughout They gave me all the time I needed to prepare and were very friendly and relaxed I enjoyed it

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Many of your photos are part of the permanent collection of the National Portrait Gallery the United Kingdomrsquos official gallery for portraits of historical British people Your work is national history How does this feel

I try not to think of it in those terms but more about what I want to say about the person Irsquom photographing or what I can encourage them to reveal

Are there any portraits of yours in the National Portrait Gallery that stand out as favourites

My favourites tend to be favourites because they are people I have felt a particular connection with or even become friends with I try to do that with everyone I photograph but obviously it happens with some people more than others

PicsArt Monthly | 91

Yoursquove captured a lot of artists and entertainers as well What is it like photographing celebrities

I am lucky in that I photographed some famous people very early on in my career so I got used to it very quickly and it is not something that I find difficult to deal with at all now They are just people like everybody else and usually enjoy being treated as such

You did the movie posters for modern British classic like Billy Elliot and Love Actually How is shooting a movie poster different from capturing a portrait

It tends to be much more art directed so I have less freedom to just do what I want and have to follow a brief more carefully In those instances I try to follow that brief and then give them something in addition that they maybe didnrsquot know they wanted

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Have you ever photographed someone who had maybe been a role model of some kind for you or maybe just admired greatly

Yes - very early on in my career I was sent to Iceland to photograph Bjork I had been listening to that first album of hers all summer and so was a bit of a fan It actually kind of got in the way initially me being a fan and I had to get past that as quickly as possible to find the person I wanted to photograph

What was the most surreal moment you ever experienced during a photography shoot

I was shooting a campaign for the Royal Opera House of a Chinese opera singer called Liping Zhang in a beautiful area near the Mongolian border We were assured the weather would be OK since it was late spring but a freak snowstorm came through so we were all freezing and inappropriately dressed and we had to bundle her up in Chinese army coats to keep her warm and at the last moment there was so much snow we couldnrsquot even drive her to the spot where I wanted to photograph her so in order to get her there we had to rent a camel to put her on

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What advice would you give to amatuer photographers

Many of the students and amateurs who come to see me show me a little bit of everything That is unlikely to get you commissioned when you are starting out So I think itrsquos better to concentrate on one thing and do it very well at the beginning and then when that goes well you can branch out

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Bewitched by BlightA building in ruins hangs together by what seems like threads One of the upper floors sags precariously just inches above the head of a young woman who strolls absent-mindedly with a teddy-bear in hand It seems possible that at any moment the whole structure could come crashing down Lady Luck we presume

Danny Aguirre (danny-aguirre-142) is the PicsArtist responsible for this Photo of the Month entitled Lady Luck Aguirre edited this image to perfection transplanting a young lively and vibrant woman into a world of decay In this manner the photo speaks to us through contrast

Darkly lit ruins once full of life now sit forgotten surrounded by sick yellow skies The deteriorating building bears down on an unwary and carefree youth (Lady Luck) ambling at the mercy of its behemonth broken structure In this peculiar and eerie scene Aguirre captivates his audience while conveying the promise of the unexpected

In an ever-changing world Aguirre has captured the aesthetic beauty of a building that has passed its prime However in its old age the building has become something else entirely a peculiar and curious space open to imaginative interpretation This is perhaps the luck that the young lady pictured in the image and Aguirres audience have stumbled upon an unexpected opportunity to reflect on the present in light of the past Through his creative vision Aguirre allows us to study ourselves and the physical structures we leave behind for future generations

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-14

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PicsArt Monthly | 103

104| PicsArt Monthly

A Photographerrsquos Guide to the US

The most unique shots in America and where to get them

Kelso San Dunes Mojave Desert

If yoursquore looking for a unique photography opportunity head for the Kelso Sand Dunes - mountainous piles of sand that seem to spring up from nowhere in the middle of the Mojave Desert The tallest dunes can rise up to 650 feet above the surrounding terrain In this setting a well-timed hike might allow you photograph the sunset from a phenomenal vantage point A couple words of caution be sure to take a flashlight in order to get back to your car and never go alone

If you donrsquot make it to the sand dunes dont despair The spectacular darkness of the Mojave desert translates into spectacular nighttime photography With almost no ambient light (apart from the stars and the vague glow over the horizon coming from Las Vegas) the Mojave is the perfect place to experiment with time lapse night shots and double exposures This is a surefire way to snap some fantastic shots

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FEATURE Destination

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The Redwood Forests California

If you drive down the west coast of California on Route 1 yoursquoll suddenly find yourself in a magical landscape of trees so tall that you feel like a tiny critter The redwood forests in California are truly a sight to behold and the deep ochre of the tree barks is spectacular to see

Driving through this area is fantastic but make sure that you park up and go exploring with your camera This is one of the best places for nature photography The way the light streams through the canopy in the late afternoon is nothing short of breathtaking a must see for every photographer

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Tucson Arizona

Tucson may not seem like a photographerrsquos haven and if you visit in July when the temperatures soar to over 100 degrees Fahrenheit it certainly wonrsquot feel like it either However the landscape of this often-forgotten city makes for some truly breathtaking sunsets and sunrises where flat land gives way to gorgeous mountains ensconced by sunlight

If you visit Tucson youll also find that it is an unlikely hotbed of culture and art With a history that goes back much further than many of its neighbors in the south west Tucson boasts remarkable architecture historic neighborhoods and museums not to mention the Mission San Xavier del Bac an 18th-century mission that is still functioning Whats more the city has a distinctly Western flavor in light of pervasive Native American and Mexican influences After the sun goes down yoursquoll also find art events and bars alive with music and bonding in a comfy college-town atmosphere which means that you can capture some great shots of people simply being themselves

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DIY Wall Decorations for Kids Room

Artists start young so here we want to show how you can nurture art into a child by decorating his room so he starts seeing and valuing creativity from his early days

This DIY tutorial is so easy to do that if you have elder children you can involve them in the process of making these awsome wall hangings Make a collage in minutes that will be an impressive surprise for everyone and give you a proud piece of original artwork to hang on the wall in your kids room

For this project yoursquoll need a color printer markers scissors glue 2 pieces of ordinary cardboard and 4 equal-sized colorfull cardboards or canvas

Step 1 PrintFind some awesome characters online by either browsing clipart in the PicsArt Shop or googling cartoon images Also print out some basic colors or patterns to cut into shapes If you dont like the color of your background cardboards or canvases you can either color them with paint or print out patterns to make your backgrounds more colorful

Step 2 CutCut out your characters carefully and glue them on cardboard Now cut out the cardboard in the shape of your characters Be sure to cut out shapes for the scenery of your collage like clouds and trees There is no need to glue them on an additional cardboard if you do not want to make them look 3D

Step 3 Create 3D ElementsIdentify some parts of the animals you want to highlight like tails eyes or ears Cut out two of those parts from cardboard and glue one over the other so that the one with patterns stays on top

Step 4 GlueGlue your shapes onto 4 pieces of cardboard Start with the scenery (trees and clouds) then glue on your characters then glue on their cool colored double-layered body parts to make them stand out As a result you will have 3D-like animals or any other items you want

Step 6 Draw Parts and Write MessagesYou can draw some fine elements into your collage using ordinary colorful markers You can also write a message on your collage with a marker Your creations are now ready to make your child smile

118| PicsArt Monthly

Danielrsquos Twisted Animal Crime LineupGreat artists know how to turn heads with their art and that is certainly the case with PicsArtist of the Month Daniel (n3cr0n0m1c0n) However when he turns heads he turns them into something else Daniel has recently unveiled a series of photos that replace the head of a human body with various animal heads - the only exception being an awesome Star Wars stormtrooper helmet

In each photo of the series Daniels body dons a different head Nevertheless he is shown wearing the same clothes - a leather jacket with a zipper that runs diagonally across his torso into the side of his collar The thing about Danielrsquos photos is that the details of their construction work really well together to create a dark artistic vision with grungy undertones

Despite this odd synergy each photo is posed with a nonchalance that seems to undermine the strangeness of it all every shot displaying the emotional expression of a criminal lineup or mugshot The body takes on a neutral stance and the animal heads stare with vacant expressions as if silently counting the seconds for the camera shutter to click so they can walk off and do something else The overall emotional effect is weird uneasy slightly comic and extremely captivating

PicsArt Monthly | 119

FEATURE Artist

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PicsArt Monthly | 123

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74| PicsArt Monthly

A Brief Introduction to Photo History

Although photography as we know it is among the youngest of the major art forms its history can be traced back to ancient times Chinese philosopher Mo-Zi discussed the principles of a camera obscura in the 4th or 5th century BCE For two thousand years it was known as a small dark room (or box) with a tiny hole in one wall through which light shone and projected an inverted image

During the late 1500s Giambattista della Portia perfected its design by adding a convex lens to the hole making a sharper more detailed image Camera obscuras allowed artists to trace a scene in ink for a more faithful reproduction

The Early Days of Image Processing

The 18th and 19th centuries saw a multitude of methods for image processing and creation In 1727 Johann Schulze mixed chalk silver and nitric acid - a very early photosensitive compound - noting that one side of the flask darkened when exposed to sunlight In 1816 Joseph Niceacutephore Nieacutepce created the worlds first photograph by coating a metal plate in a silver chloride solution and exposing it to light for 8 hours However he did not discover a way of permanently fixing

the image for another decadeWilliam Henry Fox Talbot applied Nieacutepces recipe to paper in 1834 fixing the images with a salt solution and eventually patenting the first paper negative as the ldquoCalotyperdquo in 1841

Meanwhile Louis Daguerre was creating the Daguerrotype by coating copper sheets in silver iodide creating a metal negative which he developed in a solution of mercury These two inventions lead to the creation of photography To that end on August 19 1839 the French government publicly acknowledged the invention of photography

The first glass negative was made by Frederick Scott Archer in 1851 using a wet plate collodion process During the 1850s the tintype photograph emerged this made the negative image appear positive by exposing it onto a dark-coloured metal sheet coated with collodion which made the shadows appear light and the highlights dark

In 1861 James Clerk-Maxwell realized that he could photograph a scene three times through a red blue and green filter and project the images on top of each other to create a full-colour image

Finally in 1871 Richard Leach Maddox suspended the silver solution in gelatin creating the dry emulsion which sent photography skyrocketing It was applied first to glass negatives but would later find its way onto the thin plastic film that made photography possible for the public at large

PicsArt Monthly | 75

The Photographic Boom

By 1878 glass plate negatives were being manufactured commercially and in 1880 George Eastman opened what would become the Eastman-Kodak company Within ten years he was producing roll film and in 1900 released the first personal camera the Kodak Brownie In 1907 the Lumiegravere Brothers released the first commercial colour film

Oscar Barnack working for Leitz microscopes pushed camera invention forward in 1914 with the first 35mm camera which was improved upon and released in 1924 as the first Leica camera 1936 saw the introduction of the modern SLR (single-lens reflex camera) as well as the legendary Kodachrome film which finally made colour photography popular Polaroid would release instant black-and-white film in 1948 followed by the colour version in 1963

Students from the Emerson School for GirlsSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

Medium Daguerreotype

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76| PicsArt Monthly

Unidentified Woman in Nine Oval ViewsSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

Medium Daguerreotype

PicsArt Monthly | 77

The Digital Takeover

The first digital camera was invented in 1975 by Steve Sasson of Kodak using CCD sensor technology invented by Willard Boyle and George Smith in 1969 The birth of auto focus came with Minoltas Maxxum in 1985 paving the way for the worlds first commercially-available digital SLR ndash Kodaks 13 megapixel DCS-100 which sold in 1991 for $30000 USD Eight years later Nikon would wrestle away Kodaks dominance of the photo industry with the release of the D1 a 27MP model which went for a comparatively modest $6000

In 2003 Canon released the Digital Rebel the first consumer-level DSLR with a price tag under $1000 followed two years later by the first full-frame digital camera the 5D

Adobe hopped on the digital wave with the creation of Photoshop in 1990

A decade later the first camera phone was developed by Sharp in the early years of the new millennium Kodak ceased all production of film cameras in 2004 and even though the variety has been pared down they continue to produce film for the die-hard analog market

In the past ten years the major camera companies have focused their research and development almost entirely on improving their digital technology which has now begun to plateau The possibilities for future ingenuity now lay wide open with endless photographic possibilities waiting just over the horizon

The Reading EstablishmentAttributed to William Henry Fox Talbot (British 1800ndash1877)

Medium Salted paper prints from paper negatives

78| PicsArt Monthly

Lola MontezSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

Medium Daguerreotype

PicsArt Monthly | 79

Lemuel ShawSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

Medium Daguerreotype

80| PicsArt Monthly

Louis-Jacques-Mandeacute DaguerreJohn Jabez Edwin Mayall (British Oldham Lancashire 1813ndash1901 West Sussex)

Medium Albumen silver print from glass negative

PicsArt Monthly | 81

View Down Brattle Street from the Southworth amp Hawes Studio at 5 12 Tremont Row Boston

Southworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)Medium Daguerreotype

82| PicsArt Monthly

Interview with Celebrity Photographer Jason Bell Having shot for publications like Vanity Fair Vogue photographed royals and had some of his work submitted into Britainrsquos National Portrait Gallery Jason Bell has cemented his place as one of the foremost portrait photographers of his generation He has published four books and received more accolades than we have room to mention In any case Jasonrsquos work is the gold-standard when it comes to peering past the face and into the soul of subject model or celebrity His work has fascinated us for some time so we interviewed him to learn more about his work and career

PicsArt Monthly | 83

INERVIEW

All images by and copyright of Jason Bell

84| PicsArt Monthly

PicsArt Monthly | 85

86| PicsArt Monthly

How did you become a photographer

I just always was I took pictures a lot as a child and then when I was at school I was given the keys to the school dark room which I remember finding a magical place It just carried on from there

You actually studied Politics Philosophy and Economics at Oxford and as of today you have photographed some of the most powerful individuals on earth from presidents to royals Is there a correlation there

I am a strong believer in researching the people I photograph so I think it helps that my education has given me an understanding of what some of them do

PicsArt Monthly | 87

What was it like to take the official christening photographs of Prince George

It was an honour to be asked Everyone kept telling me beforehand how nervous I would be and that I must be so stressed But I actually felt very relaxed throughout They gave me all the time I needed to prepare and were very friendly and relaxed I enjoyed it

88| PicsArt Monthly

PicsArt Monthly | 89

90| PicsArt Monthly

Many of your photos are part of the permanent collection of the National Portrait Gallery the United Kingdomrsquos official gallery for portraits of historical British people Your work is national history How does this feel

I try not to think of it in those terms but more about what I want to say about the person Irsquom photographing or what I can encourage them to reveal

Are there any portraits of yours in the National Portrait Gallery that stand out as favourites

My favourites tend to be favourites because they are people I have felt a particular connection with or even become friends with I try to do that with everyone I photograph but obviously it happens with some people more than others

PicsArt Monthly | 91

Yoursquove captured a lot of artists and entertainers as well What is it like photographing celebrities

I am lucky in that I photographed some famous people very early on in my career so I got used to it very quickly and it is not something that I find difficult to deal with at all now They are just people like everybody else and usually enjoy being treated as such

You did the movie posters for modern British classic like Billy Elliot and Love Actually How is shooting a movie poster different from capturing a portrait

It tends to be much more art directed so I have less freedom to just do what I want and have to follow a brief more carefully In those instances I try to follow that brief and then give them something in addition that they maybe didnrsquot know they wanted

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Have you ever photographed someone who had maybe been a role model of some kind for you or maybe just admired greatly

Yes - very early on in my career I was sent to Iceland to photograph Bjork I had been listening to that first album of hers all summer and so was a bit of a fan It actually kind of got in the way initially me being a fan and I had to get past that as quickly as possible to find the person I wanted to photograph

What was the most surreal moment you ever experienced during a photography shoot

I was shooting a campaign for the Royal Opera House of a Chinese opera singer called Liping Zhang in a beautiful area near the Mongolian border We were assured the weather would be OK since it was late spring but a freak snowstorm came through so we were all freezing and inappropriately dressed and we had to bundle her up in Chinese army coats to keep her warm and at the last moment there was so much snow we couldnrsquot even drive her to the spot where I wanted to photograph her so in order to get her there we had to rent a camel to put her on

PicsArt Monthly | 95

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What advice would you give to amatuer photographers

Many of the students and amateurs who come to see me show me a little bit of everything That is unlikely to get you commissioned when you are starting out So I think itrsquos better to concentrate on one thing and do it very well at the beginning and then when that goes well you can branch out

PicsArt Monthly | 99

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Bewitched by BlightA building in ruins hangs together by what seems like threads One of the upper floors sags precariously just inches above the head of a young woman who strolls absent-mindedly with a teddy-bear in hand It seems possible that at any moment the whole structure could come crashing down Lady Luck we presume

Danny Aguirre (danny-aguirre-142) is the PicsArtist responsible for this Photo of the Month entitled Lady Luck Aguirre edited this image to perfection transplanting a young lively and vibrant woman into a world of decay In this manner the photo speaks to us through contrast

Darkly lit ruins once full of life now sit forgotten surrounded by sick yellow skies The deteriorating building bears down on an unwary and carefree youth (Lady Luck) ambling at the mercy of its behemonth broken structure In this peculiar and eerie scene Aguirre captivates his audience while conveying the promise of the unexpected

In an ever-changing world Aguirre has captured the aesthetic beauty of a building that has passed its prime However in its old age the building has become something else entirely a peculiar and curious space open to imaginative interpretation This is perhaps the luck that the young lady pictured in the image and Aguirres audience have stumbled upon an unexpected opportunity to reflect on the present in light of the past Through his creative vision Aguirre allows us to study ourselves and the physical structures we leave behind for future generations

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PicsArt Monthly | 103

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A Photographerrsquos Guide to the US

The most unique shots in America and where to get them

Kelso San Dunes Mojave Desert

If yoursquore looking for a unique photography opportunity head for the Kelso Sand Dunes - mountainous piles of sand that seem to spring up from nowhere in the middle of the Mojave Desert The tallest dunes can rise up to 650 feet above the surrounding terrain In this setting a well-timed hike might allow you photograph the sunset from a phenomenal vantage point A couple words of caution be sure to take a flashlight in order to get back to your car and never go alone

If you donrsquot make it to the sand dunes dont despair The spectacular darkness of the Mojave desert translates into spectacular nighttime photography With almost no ambient light (apart from the stars and the vague glow over the horizon coming from Las Vegas) the Mojave is the perfect place to experiment with time lapse night shots and double exposures This is a surefire way to snap some fantastic shots

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The Redwood Forests California

If you drive down the west coast of California on Route 1 yoursquoll suddenly find yourself in a magical landscape of trees so tall that you feel like a tiny critter The redwood forests in California are truly a sight to behold and the deep ochre of the tree barks is spectacular to see

Driving through this area is fantastic but make sure that you park up and go exploring with your camera This is one of the best places for nature photography The way the light streams through the canopy in the late afternoon is nothing short of breathtaking a must see for every photographer

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Tucson Arizona

Tucson may not seem like a photographerrsquos haven and if you visit in July when the temperatures soar to over 100 degrees Fahrenheit it certainly wonrsquot feel like it either However the landscape of this often-forgotten city makes for some truly breathtaking sunsets and sunrises where flat land gives way to gorgeous mountains ensconced by sunlight

If you visit Tucson youll also find that it is an unlikely hotbed of culture and art With a history that goes back much further than many of its neighbors in the south west Tucson boasts remarkable architecture historic neighborhoods and museums not to mention the Mission San Xavier del Bac an 18th-century mission that is still functioning Whats more the city has a distinctly Western flavor in light of pervasive Native American and Mexican influences After the sun goes down yoursquoll also find art events and bars alive with music and bonding in a comfy college-town atmosphere which means that you can capture some great shots of people simply being themselves

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DIY Wall Decorations for Kids Room

Artists start young so here we want to show how you can nurture art into a child by decorating his room so he starts seeing and valuing creativity from his early days

This DIY tutorial is so easy to do that if you have elder children you can involve them in the process of making these awsome wall hangings Make a collage in minutes that will be an impressive surprise for everyone and give you a proud piece of original artwork to hang on the wall in your kids room

For this project yoursquoll need a color printer markers scissors glue 2 pieces of ordinary cardboard and 4 equal-sized colorfull cardboards or canvas

Step 1 PrintFind some awesome characters online by either browsing clipart in the PicsArt Shop or googling cartoon images Also print out some basic colors or patterns to cut into shapes If you dont like the color of your background cardboards or canvases you can either color them with paint or print out patterns to make your backgrounds more colorful

Step 2 CutCut out your characters carefully and glue them on cardboard Now cut out the cardboard in the shape of your characters Be sure to cut out shapes for the scenery of your collage like clouds and trees There is no need to glue them on an additional cardboard if you do not want to make them look 3D

Step 3 Create 3D ElementsIdentify some parts of the animals you want to highlight like tails eyes or ears Cut out two of those parts from cardboard and glue one over the other so that the one with patterns stays on top

Step 4 GlueGlue your shapes onto 4 pieces of cardboard Start with the scenery (trees and clouds) then glue on your characters then glue on their cool colored double-layered body parts to make them stand out As a result you will have 3D-like animals or any other items you want

Step 6 Draw Parts and Write MessagesYou can draw some fine elements into your collage using ordinary colorful markers You can also write a message on your collage with a marker Your creations are now ready to make your child smile

118| PicsArt Monthly

Danielrsquos Twisted Animal Crime LineupGreat artists know how to turn heads with their art and that is certainly the case with PicsArtist of the Month Daniel (n3cr0n0m1c0n) However when he turns heads he turns them into something else Daniel has recently unveiled a series of photos that replace the head of a human body with various animal heads - the only exception being an awesome Star Wars stormtrooper helmet

In each photo of the series Daniels body dons a different head Nevertheless he is shown wearing the same clothes - a leather jacket with a zipper that runs diagonally across his torso into the side of his collar The thing about Danielrsquos photos is that the details of their construction work really well together to create a dark artistic vision with grungy undertones

Despite this odd synergy each photo is posed with a nonchalance that seems to undermine the strangeness of it all every shot displaying the emotional expression of a criminal lineup or mugshot The body takes on a neutral stance and the animal heads stare with vacant expressions as if silently counting the seconds for the camera shutter to click so they can walk off and do something else The overall emotional effect is weird uneasy slightly comic and extremely captivating

PicsArt Monthly | 119

FEATURE Artist

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A Brief Introduction to Photo History

Although photography as we know it is among the youngest of the major art forms its history can be traced back to ancient times Chinese philosopher Mo-Zi discussed the principles of a camera obscura in the 4th or 5th century BCE For two thousand years it was known as a small dark room (or box) with a tiny hole in one wall through which light shone and projected an inverted image

During the late 1500s Giambattista della Portia perfected its design by adding a convex lens to the hole making a sharper more detailed image Camera obscuras allowed artists to trace a scene in ink for a more faithful reproduction

The Early Days of Image Processing

The 18th and 19th centuries saw a multitude of methods for image processing and creation In 1727 Johann Schulze mixed chalk silver and nitric acid - a very early photosensitive compound - noting that one side of the flask darkened when exposed to sunlight In 1816 Joseph Niceacutephore Nieacutepce created the worlds first photograph by coating a metal plate in a silver chloride solution and exposing it to light for 8 hours However he did not discover a way of permanently fixing

the image for another decadeWilliam Henry Fox Talbot applied Nieacutepces recipe to paper in 1834 fixing the images with a salt solution and eventually patenting the first paper negative as the ldquoCalotyperdquo in 1841

Meanwhile Louis Daguerre was creating the Daguerrotype by coating copper sheets in silver iodide creating a metal negative which he developed in a solution of mercury These two inventions lead to the creation of photography To that end on August 19 1839 the French government publicly acknowledged the invention of photography

The first glass negative was made by Frederick Scott Archer in 1851 using a wet plate collodion process During the 1850s the tintype photograph emerged this made the negative image appear positive by exposing it onto a dark-coloured metal sheet coated with collodion which made the shadows appear light and the highlights dark

In 1861 James Clerk-Maxwell realized that he could photograph a scene three times through a red blue and green filter and project the images on top of each other to create a full-colour image

Finally in 1871 Richard Leach Maddox suspended the silver solution in gelatin creating the dry emulsion which sent photography skyrocketing It was applied first to glass negatives but would later find its way onto the thin plastic film that made photography possible for the public at large

PicsArt Monthly | 75

The Photographic Boom

By 1878 glass plate negatives were being manufactured commercially and in 1880 George Eastman opened what would become the Eastman-Kodak company Within ten years he was producing roll film and in 1900 released the first personal camera the Kodak Brownie In 1907 the Lumiegravere Brothers released the first commercial colour film

Oscar Barnack working for Leitz microscopes pushed camera invention forward in 1914 with the first 35mm camera which was improved upon and released in 1924 as the first Leica camera 1936 saw the introduction of the modern SLR (single-lens reflex camera) as well as the legendary Kodachrome film which finally made colour photography popular Polaroid would release instant black-and-white film in 1948 followed by the colour version in 1963

Students from the Emerson School for GirlsSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

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Unidentified Woman in Nine Oval ViewsSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

Medium Daguerreotype

PicsArt Monthly | 77

The Digital Takeover

The first digital camera was invented in 1975 by Steve Sasson of Kodak using CCD sensor technology invented by Willard Boyle and George Smith in 1969 The birth of auto focus came with Minoltas Maxxum in 1985 paving the way for the worlds first commercially-available digital SLR ndash Kodaks 13 megapixel DCS-100 which sold in 1991 for $30000 USD Eight years later Nikon would wrestle away Kodaks dominance of the photo industry with the release of the D1 a 27MP model which went for a comparatively modest $6000

In 2003 Canon released the Digital Rebel the first consumer-level DSLR with a price tag under $1000 followed two years later by the first full-frame digital camera the 5D

Adobe hopped on the digital wave with the creation of Photoshop in 1990

A decade later the first camera phone was developed by Sharp in the early years of the new millennium Kodak ceased all production of film cameras in 2004 and even though the variety has been pared down they continue to produce film for the die-hard analog market

In the past ten years the major camera companies have focused their research and development almost entirely on improving their digital technology which has now begun to plateau The possibilities for future ingenuity now lay wide open with endless photographic possibilities waiting just over the horizon

The Reading EstablishmentAttributed to William Henry Fox Talbot (British 1800ndash1877)

Medium Salted paper prints from paper negatives

78| PicsArt Monthly

Lola MontezSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

Medium Daguerreotype

PicsArt Monthly | 79

Lemuel ShawSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

Medium Daguerreotype

80| PicsArt Monthly

Louis-Jacques-Mandeacute DaguerreJohn Jabez Edwin Mayall (British Oldham Lancashire 1813ndash1901 West Sussex)

Medium Albumen silver print from glass negative

PicsArt Monthly | 81

View Down Brattle Street from the Southworth amp Hawes Studio at 5 12 Tremont Row Boston

Southworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)Medium Daguerreotype

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Interview with Celebrity Photographer Jason Bell Having shot for publications like Vanity Fair Vogue photographed royals and had some of his work submitted into Britainrsquos National Portrait Gallery Jason Bell has cemented his place as one of the foremost portrait photographers of his generation He has published four books and received more accolades than we have room to mention In any case Jasonrsquos work is the gold-standard when it comes to peering past the face and into the soul of subject model or celebrity His work has fascinated us for some time so we interviewed him to learn more about his work and career

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INERVIEW

All images by and copyright of Jason Bell

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How did you become a photographer

I just always was I took pictures a lot as a child and then when I was at school I was given the keys to the school dark room which I remember finding a magical place It just carried on from there

You actually studied Politics Philosophy and Economics at Oxford and as of today you have photographed some of the most powerful individuals on earth from presidents to royals Is there a correlation there

I am a strong believer in researching the people I photograph so I think it helps that my education has given me an understanding of what some of them do

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What was it like to take the official christening photographs of Prince George

It was an honour to be asked Everyone kept telling me beforehand how nervous I would be and that I must be so stressed But I actually felt very relaxed throughout They gave me all the time I needed to prepare and were very friendly and relaxed I enjoyed it

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Many of your photos are part of the permanent collection of the National Portrait Gallery the United Kingdomrsquos official gallery for portraits of historical British people Your work is national history How does this feel

I try not to think of it in those terms but more about what I want to say about the person Irsquom photographing or what I can encourage them to reveal

Are there any portraits of yours in the National Portrait Gallery that stand out as favourites

My favourites tend to be favourites because they are people I have felt a particular connection with or even become friends with I try to do that with everyone I photograph but obviously it happens with some people more than others

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Yoursquove captured a lot of artists and entertainers as well What is it like photographing celebrities

I am lucky in that I photographed some famous people very early on in my career so I got used to it very quickly and it is not something that I find difficult to deal with at all now They are just people like everybody else and usually enjoy being treated as such

You did the movie posters for modern British classic like Billy Elliot and Love Actually How is shooting a movie poster different from capturing a portrait

It tends to be much more art directed so I have less freedom to just do what I want and have to follow a brief more carefully In those instances I try to follow that brief and then give them something in addition that they maybe didnrsquot know they wanted

92| PicsArt Monthly

PicsArt Monthly | 93

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Have you ever photographed someone who had maybe been a role model of some kind for you or maybe just admired greatly

Yes - very early on in my career I was sent to Iceland to photograph Bjork I had been listening to that first album of hers all summer and so was a bit of a fan It actually kind of got in the way initially me being a fan and I had to get past that as quickly as possible to find the person I wanted to photograph

What was the most surreal moment you ever experienced during a photography shoot

I was shooting a campaign for the Royal Opera House of a Chinese opera singer called Liping Zhang in a beautiful area near the Mongolian border We were assured the weather would be OK since it was late spring but a freak snowstorm came through so we were all freezing and inappropriately dressed and we had to bundle her up in Chinese army coats to keep her warm and at the last moment there was so much snow we couldnrsquot even drive her to the spot where I wanted to photograph her so in order to get her there we had to rent a camel to put her on

PicsArt Monthly | 95

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What advice would you give to amatuer photographers

Many of the students and amateurs who come to see me show me a little bit of everything That is unlikely to get you commissioned when you are starting out So I think itrsquos better to concentrate on one thing and do it very well at the beginning and then when that goes well you can branch out

PicsArt Monthly | 99

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Bewitched by BlightA building in ruins hangs together by what seems like threads One of the upper floors sags precariously just inches above the head of a young woman who strolls absent-mindedly with a teddy-bear in hand It seems possible that at any moment the whole structure could come crashing down Lady Luck we presume

Danny Aguirre (danny-aguirre-142) is the PicsArtist responsible for this Photo of the Month entitled Lady Luck Aguirre edited this image to perfection transplanting a young lively and vibrant woman into a world of decay In this manner the photo speaks to us through contrast

Darkly lit ruins once full of life now sit forgotten surrounded by sick yellow skies The deteriorating building bears down on an unwary and carefree youth (Lady Luck) ambling at the mercy of its behemonth broken structure In this peculiar and eerie scene Aguirre captivates his audience while conveying the promise of the unexpected

In an ever-changing world Aguirre has captured the aesthetic beauty of a building that has passed its prime However in its old age the building has become something else entirely a peculiar and curious space open to imaginative interpretation This is perhaps the luck that the young lady pictured in the image and Aguirres audience have stumbled upon an unexpected opportunity to reflect on the present in light of the past Through his creative vision Aguirre allows us to study ourselves and the physical structures we leave behind for future generations

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-14

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PicsArt Monthly | 103

104| PicsArt Monthly

A Photographerrsquos Guide to the US

The most unique shots in America and where to get them

Kelso San Dunes Mojave Desert

If yoursquore looking for a unique photography opportunity head for the Kelso Sand Dunes - mountainous piles of sand that seem to spring up from nowhere in the middle of the Mojave Desert The tallest dunes can rise up to 650 feet above the surrounding terrain In this setting a well-timed hike might allow you photograph the sunset from a phenomenal vantage point A couple words of caution be sure to take a flashlight in order to get back to your car and never go alone

If you donrsquot make it to the sand dunes dont despair The spectacular darkness of the Mojave desert translates into spectacular nighttime photography With almost no ambient light (apart from the stars and the vague glow over the horizon coming from Las Vegas) the Mojave is the perfect place to experiment with time lapse night shots and double exposures This is a surefire way to snap some fantastic shots

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FEATURE Destination

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The Redwood Forests California

If you drive down the west coast of California on Route 1 yoursquoll suddenly find yourself in a magical landscape of trees so tall that you feel like a tiny critter The redwood forests in California are truly a sight to behold and the deep ochre of the tree barks is spectacular to see

Driving through this area is fantastic but make sure that you park up and go exploring with your camera This is one of the best places for nature photography The way the light streams through the canopy in the late afternoon is nothing short of breathtaking a must see for every photographer

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Tucson Arizona

Tucson may not seem like a photographerrsquos haven and if you visit in July when the temperatures soar to over 100 degrees Fahrenheit it certainly wonrsquot feel like it either However the landscape of this often-forgotten city makes for some truly breathtaking sunsets and sunrises where flat land gives way to gorgeous mountains ensconced by sunlight

If you visit Tucson youll also find that it is an unlikely hotbed of culture and art With a history that goes back much further than many of its neighbors in the south west Tucson boasts remarkable architecture historic neighborhoods and museums not to mention the Mission San Xavier del Bac an 18th-century mission that is still functioning Whats more the city has a distinctly Western flavor in light of pervasive Native American and Mexican influences After the sun goes down yoursquoll also find art events and bars alive with music and bonding in a comfy college-town atmosphere which means that you can capture some great shots of people simply being themselves

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DIY Wall Decorations for Kids Room

Artists start young so here we want to show how you can nurture art into a child by decorating his room so he starts seeing and valuing creativity from his early days

This DIY tutorial is so easy to do that if you have elder children you can involve them in the process of making these awsome wall hangings Make a collage in minutes that will be an impressive surprise for everyone and give you a proud piece of original artwork to hang on the wall in your kids room

For this project yoursquoll need a color printer markers scissors glue 2 pieces of ordinary cardboard and 4 equal-sized colorfull cardboards or canvas

Step 1 PrintFind some awesome characters online by either browsing clipart in the PicsArt Shop or googling cartoon images Also print out some basic colors or patterns to cut into shapes If you dont like the color of your background cardboards or canvases you can either color them with paint or print out patterns to make your backgrounds more colorful

Step 2 CutCut out your characters carefully and glue them on cardboard Now cut out the cardboard in the shape of your characters Be sure to cut out shapes for the scenery of your collage like clouds and trees There is no need to glue them on an additional cardboard if you do not want to make them look 3D

Step 3 Create 3D ElementsIdentify some parts of the animals you want to highlight like tails eyes or ears Cut out two of those parts from cardboard and glue one over the other so that the one with patterns stays on top

Step 4 GlueGlue your shapes onto 4 pieces of cardboard Start with the scenery (trees and clouds) then glue on your characters then glue on their cool colored double-layered body parts to make them stand out As a result you will have 3D-like animals or any other items you want

Step 6 Draw Parts and Write MessagesYou can draw some fine elements into your collage using ordinary colorful markers You can also write a message on your collage with a marker Your creations are now ready to make your child smile

118| PicsArt Monthly

Danielrsquos Twisted Animal Crime LineupGreat artists know how to turn heads with their art and that is certainly the case with PicsArtist of the Month Daniel (n3cr0n0m1c0n) However when he turns heads he turns them into something else Daniel has recently unveiled a series of photos that replace the head of a human body with various animal heads - the only exception being an awesome Star Wars stormtrooper helmet

In each photo of the series Daniels body dons a different head Nevertheless he is shown wearing the same clothes - a leather jacket with a zipper that runs diagonally across his torso into the side of his collar The thing about Danielrsquos photos is that the details of their construction work really well together to create a dark artistic vision with grungy undertones

Despite this odd synergy each photo is posed with a nonchalance that seems to undermine the strangeness of it all every shot displaying the emotional expression of a criminal lineup or mugshot The body takes on a neutral stance and the animal heads stare with vacant expressions as if silently counting the seconds for the camera shutter to click so they can walk off and do something else The overall emotional effect is weird uneasy slightly comic and extremely captivating

PicsArt Monthly | 119

FEATURE Artist

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PicsArt Monthly | 121

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A Brief Introduction to Photo History

Although photography as we know it is among the youngest of the major art forms its history can be traced back to ancient times Chinese philosopher Mo-Zi discussed the principles of a camera obscura in the 4th or 5th century BCE For two thousand years it was known as a small dark room (or box) with a tiny hole in one wall through which light shone and projected an inverted image

During the late 1500s Giambattista della Portia perfected its design by adding a convex lens to the hole making a sharper more detailed image Camera obscuras allowed artists to trace a scene in ink for a more faithful reproduction

The Early Days of Image Processing

The 18th and 19th centuries saw a multitude of methods for image processing and creation In 1727 Johann Schulze mixed chalk silver and nitric acid - a very early photosensitive compound - noting that one side of the flask darkened when exposed to sunlight In 1816 Joseph Niceacutephore Nieacutepce created the worlds first photograph by coating a metal plate in a silver chloride solution and exposing it to light for 8 hours However he did not discover a way of permanently fixing

the image for another decadeWilliam Henry Fox Talbot applied Nieacutepces recipe to paper in 1834 fixing the images with a salt solution and eventually patenting the first paper negative as the ldquoCalotyperdquo in 1841

Meanwhile Louis Daguerre was creating the Daguerrotype by coating copper sheets in silver iodide creating a metal negative which he developed in a solution of mercury These two inventions lead to the creation of photography To that end on August 19 1839 the French government publicly acknowledged the invention of photography

The first glass negative was made by Frederick Scott Archer in 1851 using a wet plate collodion process During the 1850s the tintype photograph emerged this made the negative image appear positive by exposing it onto a dark-coloured metal sheet coated with collodion which made the shadows appear light and the highlights dark

In 1861 James Clerk-Maxwell realized that he could photograph a scene three times through a red blue and green filter and project the images on top of each other to create a full-colour image

Finally in 1871 Richard Leach Maddox suspended the silver solution in gelatin creating the dry emulsion which sent photography skyrocketing It was applied first to glass negatives but would later find its way onto the thin plastic film that made photography possible for the public at large

PicsArt Monthly | 75

The Photographic Boom

By 1878 glass plate negatives were being manufactured commercially and in 1880 George Eastman opened what would become the Eastman-Kodak company Within ten years he was producing roll film and in 1900 released the first personal camera the Kodak Brownie In 1907 the Lumiegravere Brothers released the first commercial colour film

Oscar Barnack working for Leitz microscopes pushed camera invention forward in 1914 with the first 35mm camera which was improved upon and released in 1924 as the first Leica camera 1936 saw the introduction of the modern SLR (single-lens reflex camera) as well as the legendary Kodachrome film which finally made colour photography popular Polaroid would release instant black-and-white film in 1948 followed by the colour version in 1963

Students from the Emerson School for GirlsSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

Medium Daguerreotype

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76| PicsArt Monthly

Unidentified Woman in Nine Oval ViewsSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

Medium Daguerreotype

PicsArt Monthly | 77

The Digital Takeover

The first digital camera was invented in 1975 by Steve Sasson of Kodak using CCD sensor technology invented by Willard Boyle and George Smith in 1969 The birth of auto focus came with Minoltas Maxxum in 1985 paving the way for the worlds first commercially-available digital SLR ndash Kodaks 13 megapixel DCS-100 which sold in 1991 for $30000 USD Eight years later Nikon would wrestle away Kodaks dominance of the photo industry with the release of the D1 a 27MP model which went for a comparatively modest $6000

In 2003 Canon released the Digital Rebel the first consumer-level DSLR with a price tag under $1000 followed two years later by the first full-frame digital camera the 5D

Adobe hopped on the digital wave with the creation of Photoshop in 1990

A decade later the first camera phone was developed by Sharp in the early years of the new millennium Kodak ceased all production of film cameras in 2004 and even though the variety has been pared down they continue to produce film for the die-hard analog market

In the past ten years the major camera companies have focused their research and development almost entirely on improving their digital technology which has now begun to plateau The possibilities for future ingenuity now lay wide open with endless photographic possibilities waiting just over the horizon

The Reading EstablishmentAttributed to William Henry Fox Talbot (British 1800ndash1877)

Medium Salted paper prints from paper negatives

78| PicsArt Monthly

Lola MontezSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

Medium Daguerreotype

PicsArt Monthly | 79

Lemuel ShawSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

Medium Daguerreotype

80| PicsArt Monthly

Louis-Jacques-Mandeacute DaguerreJohn Jabez Edwin Mayall (British Oldham Lancashire 1813ndash1901 West Sussex)

Medium Albumen silver print from glass negative

PicsArt Monthly | 81

View Down Brattle Street from the Southworth amp Hawes Studio at 5 12 Tremont Row Boston

Southworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)Medium Daguerreotype

82| PicsArt Monthly

Interview with Celebrity Photographer Jason Bell Having shot for publications like Vanity Fair Vogue photographed royals and had some of his work submitted into Britainrsquos National Portrait Gallery Jason Bell has cemented his place as one of the foremost portrait photographers of his generation He has published four books and received more accolades than we have room to mention In any case Jasonrsquos work is the gold-standard when it comes to peering past the face and into the soul of subject model or celebrity His work has fascinated us for some time so we interviewed him to learn more about his work and career

PicsArt Monthly | 83

INERVIEW

All images by and copyright of Jason Bell

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How did you become a photographer

I just always was I took pictures a lot as a child and then when I was at school I was given the keys to the school dark room which I remember finding a magical place It just carried on from there

You actually studied Politics Philosophy and Economics at Oxford and as of today you have photographed some of the most powerful individuals on earth from presidents to royals Is there a correlation there

I am a strong believer in researching the people I photograph so I think it helps that my education has given me an understanding of what some of them do

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What was it like to take the official christening photographs of Prince George

It was an honour to be asked Everyone kept telling me beforehand how nervous I would be and that I must be so stressed But I actually felt very relaxed throughout They gave me all the time I needed to prepare and were very friendly and relaxed I enjoyed it

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Many of your photos are part of the permanent collection of the National Portrait Gallery the United Kingdomrsquos official gallery for portraits of historical British people Your work is national history How does this feel

I try not to think of it in those terms but more about what I want to say about the person Irsquom photographing or what I can encourage them to reveal

Are there any portraits of yours in the National Portrait Gallery that stand out as favourites

My favourites tend to be favourites because they are people I have felt a particular connection with or even become friends with I try to do that with everyone I photograph but obviously it happens with some people more than others

PicsArt Monthly | 91

Yoursquove captured a lot of artists and entertainers as well What is it like photographing celebrities

I am lucky in that I photographed some famous people very early on in my career so I got used to it very quickly and it is not something that I find difficult to deal with at all now They are just people like everybody else and usually enjoy being treated as such

You did the movie posters for modern British classic like Billy Elliot and Love Actually How is shooting a movie poster different from capturing a portrait

It tends to be much more art directed so I have less freedom to just do what I want and have to follow a brief more carefully In those instances I try to follow that brief and then give them something in addition that they maybe didnrsquot know they wanted

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Have you ever photographed someone who had maybe been a role model of some kind for you or maybe just admired greatly

Yes - very early on in my career I was sent to Iceland to photograph Bjork I had been listening to that first album of hers all summer and so was a bit of a fan It actually kind of got in the way initially me being a fan and I had to get past that as quickly as possible to find the person I wanted to photograph

What was the most surreal moment you ever experienced during a photography shoot

I was shooting a campaign for the Royal Opera House of a Chinese opera singer called Liping Zhang in a beautiful area near the Mongolian border We were assured the weather would be OK since it was late spring but a freak snowstorm came through so we were all freezing and inappropriately dressed and we had to bundle her up in Chinese army coats to keep her warm and at the last moment there was so much snow we couldnrsquot even drive her to the spot where I wanted to photograph her so in order to get her there we had to rent a camel to put her on

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What advice would you give to amatuer photographers

Many of the students and amateurs who come to see me show me a little bit of everything That is unlikely to get you commissioned when you are starting out So I think itrsquos better to concentrate on one thing and do it very well at the beginning and then when that goes well you can branch out

PicsArt Monthly | 99

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Bewitched by BlightA building in ruins hangs together by what seems like threads One of the upper floors sags precariously just inches above the head of a young woman who strolls absent-mindedly with a teddy-bear in hand It seems possible that at any moment the whole structure could come crashing down Lady Luck we presume

Danny Aguirre (danny-aguirre-142) is the PicsArtist responsible for this Photo of the Month entitled Lady Luck Aguirre edited this image to perfection transplanting a young lively and vibrant woman into a world of decay In this manner the photo speaks to us through contrast

Darkly lit ruins once full of life now sit forgotten surrounded by sick yellow skies The deteriorating building bears down on an unwary and carefree youth (Lady Luck) ambling at the mercy of its behemonth broken structure In this peculiar and eerie scene Aguirre captivates his audience while conveying the promise of the unexpected

In an ever-changing world Aguirre has captured the aesthetic beauty of a building that has passed its prime However in its old age the building has become something else entirely a peculiar and curious space open to imaginative interpretation This is perhaps the luck that the young lady pictured in the image and Aguirres audience have stumbled upon an unexpected opportunity to reflect on the present in light of the past Through his creative vision Aguirre allows us to study ourselves and the physical structures we leave behind for future generations

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PicsArt Monthly | 103

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A Photographerrsquos Guide to the US

The most unique shots in America and where to get them

Kelso San Dunes Mojave Desert

If yoursquore looking for a unique photography opportunity head for the Kelso Sand Dunes - mountainous piles of sand that seem to spring up from nowhere in the middle of the Mojave Desert The tallest dunes can rise up to 650 feet above the surrounding terrain In this setting a well-timed hike might allow you photograph the sunset from a phenomenal vantage point A couple words of caution be sure to take a flashlight in order to get back to your car and never go alone

If you donrsquot make it to the sand dunes dont despair The spectacular darkness of the Mojave desert translates into spectacular nighttime photography With almost no ambient light (apart from the stars and the vague glow over the horizon coming from Las Vegas) the Mojave is the perfect place to experiment with time lapse night shots and double exposures This is a surefire way to snap some fantastic shots

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The Redwood Forests California

If you drive down the west coast of California on Route 1 yoursquoll suddenly find yourself in a magical landscape of trees so tall that you feel like a tiny critter The redwood forests in California are truly a sight to behold and the deep ochre of the tree barks is spectacular to see

Driving through this area is fantastic but make sure that you park up and go exploring with your camera This is one of the best places for nature photography The way the light streams through the canopy in the late afternoon is nothing short of breathtaking a must see for every photographer

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Tucson Arizona

Tucson may not seem like a photographerrsquos haven and if you visit in July when the temperatures soar to over 100 degrees Fahrenheit it certainly wonrsquot feel like it either However the landscape of this often-forgotten city makes for some truly breathtaking sunsets and sunrises where flat land gives way to gorgeous mountains ensconced by sunlight

If you visit Tucson youll also find that it is an unlikely hotbed of culture and art With a history that goes back much further than many of its neighbors in the south west Tucson boasts remarkable architecture historic neighborhoods and museums not to mention the Mission San Xavier del Bac an 18th-century mission that is still functioning Whats more the city has a distinctly Western flavor in light of pervasive Native American and Mexican influences After the sun goes down yoursquoll also find art events and bars alive with music and bonding in a comfy college-town atmosphere which means that you can capture some great shots of people simply being themselves

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DIY Wall Decorations for Kids Room

Artists start young so here we want to show how you can nurture art into a child by decorating his room so he starts seeing and valuing creativity from his early days

This DIY tutorial is so easy to do that if you have elder children you can involve them in the process of making these awsome wall hangings Make a collage in minutes that will be an impressive surprise for everyone and give you a proud piece of original artwork to hang on the wall in your kids room

For this project yoursquoll need a color printer markers scissors glue 2 pieces of ordinary cardboard and 4 equal-sized colorfull cardboards or canvas

Step 1 PrintFind some awesome characters online by either browsing clipart in the PicsArt Shop or googling cartoon images Also print out some basic colors or patterns to cut into shapes If you dont like the color of your background cardboards or canvases you can either color them with paint or print out patterns to make your backgrounds more colorful

Step 2 CutCut out your characters carefully and glue them on cardboard Now cut out the cardboard in the shape of your characters Be sure to cut out shapes for the scenery of your collage like clouds and trees There is no need to glue them on an additional cardboard if you do not want to make them look 3D

Step 3 Create 3D ElementsIdentify some parts of the animals you want to highlight like tails eyes or ears Cut out two of those parts from cardboard and glue one over the other so that the one with patterns stays on top

Step 4 GlueGlue your shapes onto 4 pieces of cardboard Start with the scenery (trees and clouds) then glue on your characters then glue on their cool colored double-layered body parts to make them stand out As a result you will have 3D-like animals or any other items you want

Step 6 Draw Parts and Write MessagesYou can draw some fine elements into your collage using ordinary colorful markers You can also write a message on your collage with a marker Your creations are now ready to make your child smile

118| PicsArt Monthly

Danielrsquos Twisted Animal Crime LineupGreat artists know how to turn heads with their art and that is certainly the case with PicsArtist of the Month Daniel (n3cr0n0m1c0n) However when he turns heads he turns them into something else Daniel has recently unveiled a series of photos that replace the head of a human body with various animal heads - the only exception being an awesome Star Wars stormtrooper helmet

In each photo of the series Daniels body dons a different head Nevertheless he is shown wearing the same clothes - a leather jacket with a zipper that runs diagonally across his torso into the side of his collar The thing about Danielrsquos photos is that the details of their construction work really well together to create a dark artistic vision with grungy undertones

Despite this odd synergy each photo is posed with a nonchalance that seems to undermine the strangeness of it all every shot displaying the emotional expression of a criminal lineup or mugshot The body takes on a neutral stance and the animal heads stare with vacant expressions as if silently counting the seconds for the camera shutter to click so they can walk off and do something else The overall emotional effect is weird uneasy slightly comic and extremely captivating

PicsArt Monthly | 119

FEATURE Artist

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The Photographic Boom

By 1878 glass plate negatives were being manufactured commercially and in 1880 George Eastman opened what would become the Eastman-Kodak company Within ten years he was producing roll film and in 1900 released the first personal camera the Kodak Brownie In 1907 the Lumiegravere Brothers released the first commercial colour film

Oscar Barnack working for Leitz microscopes pushed camera invention forward in 1914 with the first 35mm camera which was improved upon and released in 1924 as the first Leica camera 1936 saw the introduction of the modern SLR (single-lens reflex camera) as well as the legendary Kodachrome film which finally made colour photography popular Polaroid would release instant black-and-white film in 1948 followed by the colour version in 1963

Students from the Emerson School for GirlsSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

Medium Daguerreotype

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Unidentified Woman in Nine Oval ViewsSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

Medium Daguerreotype

PicsArt Monthly | 77

The Digital Takeover

The first digital camera was invented in 1975 by Steve Sasson of Kodak using CCD sensor technology invented by Willard Boyle and George Smith in 1969 The birth of auto focus came with Minoltas Maxxum in 1985 paving the way for the worlds first commercially-available digital SLR ndash Kodaks 13 megapixel DCS-100 which sold in 1991 for $30000 USD Eight years later Nikon would wrestle away Kodaks dominance of the photo industry with the release of the D1 a 27MP model which went for a comparatively modest $6000

In 2003 Canon released the Digital Rebel the first consumer-level DSLR with a price tag under $1000 followed two years later by the first full-frame digital camera the 5D

Adobe hopped on the digital wave with the creation of Photoshop in 1990

A decade later the first camera phone was developed by Sharp in the early years of the new millennium Kodak ceased all production of film cameras in 2004 and even though the variety has been pared down they continue to produce film for the die-hard analog market

In the past ten years the major camera companies have focused their research and development almost entirely on improving their digital technology which has now begun to plateau The possibilities for future ingenuity now lay wide open with endless photographic possibilities waiting just over the horizon

The Reading EstablishmentAttributed to William Henry Fox Talbot (British 1800ndash1877)

Medium Salted paper prints from paper negatives

78| PicsArt Monthly

Lola MontezSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

Medium Daguerreotype

PicsArt Monthly | 79

Lemuel ShawSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

Medium Daguerreotype

80| PicsArt Monthly

Louis-Jacques-Mandeacute DaguerreJohn Jabez Edwin Mayall (British Oldham Lancashire 1813ndash1901 West Sussex)

Medium Albumen silver print from glass negative

PicsArt Monthly | 81

View Down Brattle Street from the Southworth amp Hawes Studio at 5 12 Tremont Row Boston

Southworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)Medium Daguerreotype

82| PicsArt Monthly

Interview with Celebrity Photographer Jason Bell Having shot for publications like Vanity Fair Vogue photographed royals and had some of his work submitted into Britainrsquos National Portrait Gallery Jason Bell has cemented his place as one of the foremost portrait photographers of his generation He has published four books and received more accolades than we have room to mention In any case Jasonrsquos work is the gold-standard when it comes to peering past the face and into the soul of subject model or celebrity His work has fascinated us for some time so we interviewed him to learn more about his work and career

PicsArt Monthly | 83

INERVIEW

All images by and copyright of Jason Bell

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PicsArt Monthly | 85

86| PicsArt Monthly

How did you become a photographer

I just always was I took pictures a lot as a child and then when I was at school I was given the keys to the school dark room which I remember finding a magical place It just carried on from there

You actually studied Politics Philosophy and Economics at Oxford and as of today you have photographed some of the most powerful individuals on earth from presidents to royals Is there a correlation there

I am a strong believer in researching the people I photograph so I think it helps that my education has given me an understanding of what some of them do

PicsArt Monthly | 87

What was it like to take the official christening photographs of Prince George

It was an honour to be asked Everyone kept telling me beforehand how nervous I would be and that I must be so stressed But I actually felt very relaxed throughout They gave me all the time I needed to prepare and were very friendly and relaxed I enjoyed it

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Many of your photos are part of the permanent collection of the National Portrait Gallery the United Kingdomrsquos official gallery for portraits of historical British people Your work is national history How does this feel

I try not to think of it in those terms but more about what I want to say about the person Irsquom photographing or what I can encourage them to reveal

Are there any portraits of yours in the National Portrait Gallery that stand out as favourites

My favourites tend to be favourites because they are people I have felt a particular connection with or even become friends with I try to do that with everyone I photograph but obviously it happens with some people more than others

PicsArt Monthly | 91

Yoursquove captured a lot of artists and entertainers as well What is it like photographing celebrities

I am lucky in that I photographed some famous people very early on in my career so I got used to it very quickly and it is not something that I find difficult to deal with at all now They are just people like everybody else and usually enjoy being treated as such

You did the movie posters for modern British classic like Billy Elliot and Love Actually How is shooting a movie poster different from capturing a portrait

It tends to be much more art directed so I have less freedom to just do what I want and have to follow a brief more carefully In those instances I try to follow that brief and then give them something in addition that they maybe didnrsquot know they wanted

92| PicsArt Monthly

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Have you ever photographed someone who had maybe been a role model of some kind for you or maybe just admired greatly

Yes - very early on in my career I was sent to Iceland to photograph Bjork I had been listening to that first album of hers all summer and so was a bit of a fan It actually kind of got in the way initially me being a fan and I had to get past that as quickly as possible to find the person I wanted to photograph

What was the most surreal moment you ever experienced during a photography shoot

I was shooting a campaign for the Royal Opera House of a Chinese opera singer called Liping Zhang in a beautiful area near the Mongolian border We were assured the weather would be OK since it was late spring but a freak snowstorm came through so we were all freezing and inappropriately dressed and we had to bundle her up in Chinese army coats to keep her warm and at the last moment there was so much snow we couldnrsquot even drive her to the spot where I wanted to photograph her so in order to get her there we had to rent a camel to put her on

PicsArt Monthly | 95

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PicsArt Monthly | 97

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What advice would you give to amatuer photographers

Many of the students and amateurs who come to see me show me a little bit of everything That is unlikely to get you commissioned when you are starting out So I think itrsquos better to concentrate on one thing and do it very well at the beginning and then when that goes well you can branch out

PicsArt Monthly | 99

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Bewitched by BlightA building in ruins hangs together by what seems like threads One of the upper floors sags precariously just inches above the head of a young woman who strolls absent-mindedly with a teddy-bear in hand It seems possible that at any moment the whole structure could come crashing down Lady Luck we presume

Danny Aguirre (danny-aguirre-142) is the PicsArtist responsible for this Photo of the Month entitled Lady Luck Aguirre edited this image to perfection transplanting a young lively and vibrant woman into a world of decay In this manner the photo speaks to us through contrast

Darkly lit ruins once full of life now sit forgotten surrounded by sick yellow skies The deteriorating building bears down on an unwary and carefree youth (Lady Luck) ambling at the mercy of its behemonth broken structure In this peculiar and eerie scene Aguirre captivates his audience while conveying the promise of the unexpected

In an ever-changing world Aguirre has captured the aesthetic beauty of a building that has passed its prime However in its old age the building has become something else entirely a peculiar and curious space open to imaginative interpretation This is perhaps the luck that the young lady pictured in the image and Aguirres audience have stumbled upon an unexpected opportunity to reflect on the present in light of the past Through his creative vision Aguirre allows us to study ourselves and the physical structures we leave behind for future generations

d

anny

-agu

irre

-14

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PicsArt Monthly | 103

104| PicsArt Monthly

A Photographerrsquos Guide to the US

The most unique shots in America and where to get them

Kelso San Dunes Mojave Desert

If yoursquore looking for a unique photography opportunity head for the Kelso Sand Dunes - mountainous piles of sand that seem to spring up from nowhere in the middle of the Mojave Desert The tallest dunes can rise up to 650 feet above the surrounding terrain In this setting a well-timed hike might allow you photograph the sunset from a phenomenal vantage point A couple words of caution be sure to take a flashlight in order to get back to your car and never go alone

If you donrsquot make it to the sand dunes dont despair The spectacular darkness of the Mojave desert translates into spectacular nighttime photography With almost no ambient light (apart from the stars and the vague glow over the horizon coming from Las Vegas) the Mojave is the perfect place to experiment with time lapse night shots and double exposures This is a surefire way to snap some fantastic shots

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FEATURE Destination

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The Redwood Forests California

If you drive down the west coast of California on Route 1 yoursquoll suddenly find yourself in a magical landscape of trees so tall that you feel like a tiny critter The redwood forests in California are truly a sight to behold and the deep ochre of the tree barks is spectacular to see

Driving through this area is fantastic but make sure that you park up and go exploring with your camera This is one of the best places for nature photography The way the light streams through the canopy in the late afternoon is nothing short of breathtaking a must see for every photographer

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Tucson Arizona

Tucson may not seem like a photographerrsquos haven and if you visit in July when the temperatures soar to over 100 degrees Fahrenheit it certainly wonrsquot feel like it either However the landscape of this often-forgotten city makes for some truly breathtaking sunsets and sunrises where flat land gives way to gorgeous mountains ensconced by sunlight

If you visit Tucson youll also find that it is an unlikely hotbed of culture and art With a history that goes back much further than many of its neighbors in the south west Tucson boasts remarkable architecture historic neighborhoods and museums not to mention the Mission San Xavier del Bac an 18th-century mission that is still functioning Whats more the city has a distinctly Western flavor in light of pervasive Native American and Mexican influences After the sun goes down yoursquoll also find art events and bars alive with music and bonding in a comfy college-town atmosphere which means that you can capture some great shots of people simply being themselves

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PicsArt Monthly | 115

DIY Wall Decorations for Kids Room

Artists start young so here we want to show how you can nurture art into a child by decorating his room so he starts seeing and valuing creativity from his early days

This DIY tutorial is so easy to do that if you have elder children you can involve them in the process of making these awsome wall hangings Make a collage in minutes that will be an impressive surprise for everyone and give you a proud piece of original artwork to hang on the wall in your kids room

For this project yoursquoll need a color printer markers scissors glue 2 pieces of ordinary cardboard and 4 equal-sized colorfull cardboards or canvas

Step 1 PrintFind some awesome characters online by either browsing clipart in the PicsArt Shop or googling cartoon images Also print out some basic colors or patterns to cut into shapes If you dont like the color of your background cardboards or canvases you can either color them with paint or print out patterns to make your backgrounds more colorful

Step 2 CutCut out your characters carefully and glue them on cardboard Now cut out the cardboard in the shape of your characters Be sure to cut out shapes for the scenery of your collage like clouds and trees There is no need to glue them on an additional cardboard if you do not want to make them look 3D

Step 3 Create 3D ElementsIdentify some parts of the animals you want to highlight like tails eyes or ears Cut out two of those parts from cardboard and glue one over the other so that the one with patterns stays on top

Step 4 GlueGlue your shapes onto 4 pieces of cardboard Start with the scenery (trees and clouds) then glue on your characters then glue on their cool colored double-layered body parts to make them stand out As a result you will have 3D-like animals or any other items you want

Step 6 Draw Parts and Write MessagesYou can draw some fine elements into your collage using ordinary colorful markers You can also write a message on your collage with a marker Your creations are now ready to make your child smile

118| PicsArt Monthly

Danielrsquos Twisted Animal Crime LineupGreat artists know how to turn heads with their art and that is certainly the case with PicsArtist of the Month Daniel (n3cr0n0m1c0n) However when he turns heads he turns them into something else Daniel has recently unveiled a series of photos that replace the head of a human body with various animal heads - the only exception being an awesome Star Wars stormtrooper helmet

In each photo of the series Daniels body dons a different head Nevertheless he is shown wearing the same clothes - a leather jacket with a zipper that runs diagonally across his torso into the side of his collar The thing about Danielrsquos photos is that the details of their construction work really well together to create a dark artistic vision with grungy undertones

Despite this odd synergy each photo is posed with a nonchalance that seems to undermine the strangeness of it all every shot displaying the emotional expression of a criminal lineup or mugshot The body takes on a neutral stance and the animal heads stare with vacant expressions as if silently counting the seconds for the camera shutter to click so they can walk off and do something else The overall emotional effect is weird uneasy slightly comic and extremely captivating

PicsArt Monthly | 119

FEATURE Artist

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PicsArt Monthly | 123

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Unidentified Woman in Nine Oval ViewsSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

Medium Daguerreotype

PicsArt Monthly | 77

The Digital Takeover

The first digital camera was invented in 1975 by Steve Sasson of Kodak using CCD sensor technology invented by Willard Boyle and George Smith in 1969 The birth of auto focus came with Minoltas Maxxum in 1985 paving the way for the worlds first commercially-available digital SLR ndash Kodaks 13 megapixel DCS-100 which sold in 1991 for $30000 USD Eight years later Nikon would wrestle away Kodaks dominance of the photo industry with the release of the D1 a 27MP model which went for a comparatively modest $6000

In 2003 Canon released the Digital Rebel the first consumer-level DSLR with a price tag under $1000 followed two years later by the first full-frame digital camera the 5D

Adobe hopped on the digital wave with the creation of Photoshop in 1990

A decade later the first camera phone was developed by Sharp in the early years of the new millennium Kodak ceased all production of film cameras in 2004 and even though the variety has been pared down they continue to produce film for the die-hard analog market

In the past ten years the major camera companies have focused their research and development almost entirely on improving their digital technology which has now begun to plateau The possibilities for future ingenuity now lay wide open with endless photographic possibilities waiting just over the horizon

The Reading EstablishmentAttributed to William Henry Fox Talbot (British 1800ndash1877)

Medium Salted paper prints from paper negatives

78| PicsArt Monthly

Lola MontezSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

Medium Daguerreotype

PicsArt Monthly | 79

Lemuel ShawSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

Medium Daguerreotype

80| PicsArt Monthly

Louis-Jacques-Mandeacute DaguerreJohn Jabez Edwin Mayall (British Oldham Lancashire 1813ndash1901 West Sussex)

Medium Albumen silver print from glass negative

PicsArt Monthly | 81

View Down Brattle Street from the Southworth amp Hawes Studio at 5 12 Tremont Row Boston

Southworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)Medium Daguerreotype

82| PicsArt Monthly

Interview with Celebrity Photographer Jason Bell Having shot for publications like Vanity Fair Vogue photographed royals and had some of his work submitted into Britainrsquos National Portrait Gallery Jason Bell has cemented his place as one of the foremost portrait photographers of his generation He has published four books and received more accolades than we have room to mention In any case Jasonrsquos work is the gold-standard when it comes to peering past the face and into the soul of subject model or celebrity His work has fascinated us for some time so we interviewed him to learn more about his work and career

PicsArt Monthly | 83

INERVIEW

All images by and copyright of Jason Bell

84| PicsArt Monthly

PicsArt Monthly | 85

86| PicsArt Monthly

How did you become a photographer

I just always was I took pictures a lot as a child and then when I was at school I was given the keys to the school dark room which I remember finding a magical place It just carried on from there

You actually studied Politics Philosophy and Economics at Oxford and as of today you have photographed some of the most powerful individuals on earth from presidents to royals Is there a correlation there

I am a strong believer in researching the people I photograph so I think it helps that my education has given me an understanding of what some of them do

PicsArt Monthly | 87

What was it like to take the official christening photographs of Prince George

It was an honour to be asked Everyone kept telling me beforehand how nervous I would be and that I must be so stressed But I actually felt very relaxed throughout They gave me all the time I needed to prepare and were very friendly and relaxed I enjoyed it

88| PicsArt Monthly

PicsArt Monthly | 89

90| PicsArt Monthly

Many of your photos are part of the permanent collection of the National Portrait Gallery the United Kingdomrsquos official gallery for portraits of historical British people Your work is national history How does this feel

I try not to think of it in those terms but more about what I want to say about the person Irsquom photographing or what I can encourage them to reveal

Are there any portraits of yours in the National Portrait Gallery that stand out as favourites

My favourites tend to be favourites because they are people I have felt a particular connection with or even become friends with I try to do that with everyone I photograph but obviously it happens with some people more than others

PicsArt Monthly | 91

Yoursquove captured a lot of artists and entertainers as well What is it like photographing celebrities

I am lucky in that I photographed some famous people very early on in my career so I got used to it very quickly and it is not something that I find difficult to deal with at all now They are just people like everybody else and usually enjoy being treated as such

You did the movie posters for modern British classic like Billy Elliot and Love Actually How is shooting a movie poster different from capturing a portrait

It tends to be much more art directed so I have less freedom to just do what I want and have to follow a brief more carefully In those instances I try to follow that brief and then give them something in addition that they maybe didnrsquot know they wanted

92| PicsArt Monthly

PicsArt Monthly | 93

94| PicsArt Monthly

Have you ever photographed someone who had maybe been a role model of some kind for you or maybe just admired greatly

Yes - very early on in my career I was sent to Iceland to photograph Bjork I had been listening to that first album of hers all summer and so was a bit of a fan It actually kind of got in the way initially me being a fan and I had to get past that as quickly as possible to find the person I wanted to photograph

What was the most surreal moment you ever experienced during a photography shoot

I was shooting a campaign for the Royal Opera House of a Chinese opera singer called Liping Zhang in a beautiful area near the Mongolian border We were assured the weather would be OK since it was late spring but a freak snowstorm came through so we were all freezing and inappropriately dressed and we had to bundle her up in Chinese army coats to keep her warm and at the last moment there was so much snow we couldnrsquot even drive her to the spot where I wanted to photograph her so in order to get her there we had to rent a camel to put her on

PicsArt Monthly | 95

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PicsArt Monthly | 97

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What advice would you give to amatuer photographers

Many of the students and amateurs who come to see me show me a little bit of everything That is unlikely to get you commissioned when you are starting out So I think itrsquos better to concentrate on one thing and do it very well at the beginning and then when that goes well you can branch out

PicsArt Monthly | 99

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Bewitched by BlightA building in ruins hangs together by what seems like threads One of the upper floors sags precariously just inches above the head of a young woman who strolls absent-mindedly with a teddy-bear in hand It seems possible that at any moment the whole structure could come crashing down Lady Luck we presume

Danny Aguirre (danny-aguirre-142) is the PicsArtist responsible for this Photo of the Month entitled Lady Luck Aguirre edited this image to perfection transplanting a young lively and vibrant woman into a world of decay In this manner the photo speaks to us through contrast

Darkly lit ruins once full of life now sit forgotten surrounded by sick yellow skies The deteriorating building bears down on an unwary and carefree youth (Lady Luck) ambling at the mercy of its behemonth broken structure In this peculiar and eerie scene Aguirre captivates his audience while conveying the promise of the unexpected

In an ever-changing world Aguirre has captured the aesthetic beauty of a building that has passed its prime However in its old age the building has become something else entirely a peculiar and curious space open to imaginative interpretation This is perhaps the luck that the young lady pictured in the image and Aguirres audience have stumbled upon an unexpected opportunity to reflect on the present in light of the past Through his creative vision Aguirre allows us to study ourselves and the physical structures we leave behind for future generations

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PicsArt Monthly | 103

104| PicsArt Monthly

A Photographerrsquos Guide to the US

The most unique shots in America and where to get them

Kelso San Dunes Mojave Desert

If yoursquore looking for a unique photography opportunity head for the Kelso Sand Dunes - mountainous piles of sand that seem to spring up from nowhere in the middle of the Mojave Desert The tallest dunes can rise up to 650 feet above the surrounding terrain In this setting a well-timed hike might allow you photograph the sunset from a phenomenal vantage point A couple words of caution be sure to take a flashlight in order to get back to your car and never go alone

If you donrsquot make it to the sand dunes dont despair The spectacular darkness of the Mojave desert translates into spectacular nighttime photography With almost no ambient light (apart from the stars and the vague glow over the horizon coming from Las Vegas) the Mojave is the perfect place to experiment with time lapse night shots and double exposures This is a surefire way to snap some fantastic shots

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The Redwood Forests California

If you drive down the west coast of California on Route 1 yoursquoll suddenly find yourself in a magical landscape of trees so tall that you feel like a tiny critter The redwood forests in California are truly a sight to behold and the deep ochre of the tree barks is spectacular to see

Driving through this area is fantastic but make sure that you park up and go exploring with your camera This is one of the best places for nature photography The way the light streams through the canopy in the late afternoon is nothing short of breathtaking a must see for every photographer

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Tucson Arizona

Tucson may not seem like a photographerrsquos haven and if you visit in July when the temperatures soar to over 100 degrees Fahrenheit it certainly wonrsquot feel like it either However the landscape of this often-forgotten city makes for some truly breathtaking sunsets and sunrises where flat land gives way to gorgeous mountains ensconced by sunlight

If you visit Tucson youll also find that it is an unlikely hotbed of culture and art With a history that goes back much further than many of its neighbors in the south west Tucson boasts remarkable architecture historic neighborhoods and museums not to mention the Mission San Xavier del Bac an 18th-century mission that is still functioning Whats more the city has a distinctly Western flavor in light of pervasive Native American and Mexican influences After the sun goes down yoursquoll also find art events and bars alive with music and bonding in a comfy college-town atmosphere which means that you can capture some great shots of people simply being themselves

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DIY Wall Decorations for Kids Room

Artists start young so here we want to show how you can nurture art into a child by decorating his room so he starts seeing and valuing creativity from his early days

This DIY tutorial is so easy to do that if you have elder children you can involve them in the process of making these awsome wall hangings Make a collage in minutes that will be an impressive surprise for everyone and give you a proud piece of original artwork to hang on the wall in your kids room

For this project yoursquoll need a color printer markers scissors glue 2 pieces of ordinary cardboard and 4 equal-sized colorfull cardboards or canvas

Step 1 PrintFind some awesome characters online by either browsing clipart in the PicsArt Shop or googling cartoon images Also print out some basic colors or patterns to cut into shapes If you dont like the color of your background cardboards or canvases you can either color them with paint or print out patterns to make your backgrounds more colorful

Step 2 CutCut out your characters carefully and glue them on cardboard Now cut out the cardboard in the shape of your characters Be sure to cut out shapes for the scenery of your collage like clouds and trees There is no need to glue them on an additional cardboard if you do not want to make them look 3D

Step 3 Create 3D ElementsIdentify some parts of the animals you want to highlight like tails eyes or ears Cut out two of those parts from cardboard and glue one over the other so that the one with patterns stays on top

Step 4 GlueGlue your shapes onto 4 pieces of cardboard Start with the scenery (trees and clouds) then glue on your characters then glue on their cool colored double-layered body parts to make them stand out As a result you will have 3D-like animals or any other items you want

Step 6 Draw Parts and Write MessagesYou can draw some fine elements into your collage using ordinary colorful markers You can also write a message on your collage with a marker Your creations are now ready to make your child smile

118| PicsArt Monthly

Danielrsquos Twisted Animal Crime LineupGreat artists know how to turn heads with their art and that is certainly the case with PicsArtist of the Month Daniel (n3cr0n0m1c0n) However when he turns heads he turns them into something else Daniel has recently unveiled a series of photos that replace the head of a human body with various animal heads - the only exception being an awesome Star Wars stormtrooper helmet

In each photo of the series Daniels body dons a different head Nevertheless he is shown wearing the same clothes - a leather jacket with a zipper that runs diagonally across his torso into the side of his collar The thing about Danielrsquos photos is that the details of their construction work really well together to create a dark artistic vision with grungy undertones

Despite this odd synergy each photo is posed with a nonchalance that seems to undermine the strangeness of it all every shot displaying the emotional expression of a criminal lineup or mugshot The body takes on a neutral stance and the animal heads stare with vacant expressions as if silently counting the seconds for the camera shutter to click so they can walk off and do something else The overall emotional effect is weird uneasy slightly comic and extremely captivating

PicsArt Monthly | 119

FEATURE Artist

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PicsArt Monthly | 77

The Digital Takeover

The first digital camera was invented in 1975 by Steve Sasson of Kodak using CCD sensor technology invented by Willard Boyle and George Smith in 1969 The birth of auto focus came with Minoltas Maxxum in 1985 paving the way for the worlds first commercially-available digital SLR ndash Kodaks 13 megapixel DCS-100 which sold in 1991 for $30000 USD Eight years later Nikon would wrestle away Kodaks dominance of the photo industry with the release of the D1 a 27MP model which went for a comparatively modest $6000

In 2003 Canon released the Digital Rebel the first consumer-level DSLR with a price tag under $1000 followed two years later by the first full-frame digital camera the 5D

Adobe hopped on the digital wave with the creation of Photoshop in 1990

A decade later the first camera phone was developed by Sharp in the early years of the new millennium Kodak ceased all production of film cameras in 2004 and even though the variety has been pared down they continue to produce film for the die-hard analog market

In the past ten years the major camera companies have focused their research and development almost entirely on improving their digital technology which has now begun to plateau The possibilities for future ingenuity now lay wide open with endless photographic possibilities waiting just over the horizon

The Reading EstablishmentAttributed to William Henry Fox Talbot (British 1800ndash1877)

Medium Salted paper prints from paper negatives

78| PicsArt Monthly

Lola MontezSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

Medium Daguerreotype

PicsArt Monthly | 79

Lemuel ShawSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

Medium Daguerreotype

80| PicsArt Monthly

Louis-Jacques-Mandeacute DaguerreJohn Jabez Edwin Mayall (British Oldham Lancashire 1813ndash1901 West Sussex)

Medium Albumen silver print from glass negative

PicsArt Monthly | 81

View Down Brattle Street from the Southworth amp Hawes Studio at 5 12 Tremont Row Boston

Southworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)Medium Daguerreotype

82| PicsArt Monthly

Interview with Celebrity Photographer Jason Bell Having shot for publications like Vanity Fair Vogue photographed royals and had some of his work submitted into Britainrsquos National Portrait Gallery Jason Bell has cemented his place as one of the foremost portrait photographers of his generation He has published four books and received more accolades than we have room to mention In any case Jasonrsquos work is the gold-standard when it comes to peering past the face and into the soul of subject model or celebrity His work has fascinated us for some time so we interviewed him to learn more about his work and career

PicsArt Monthly | 83

INERVIEW

All images by and copyright of Jason Bell

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How did you become a photographer

I just always was I took pictures a lot as a child and then when I was at school I was given the keys to the school dark room which I remember finding a magical place It just carried on from there

You actually studied Politics Philosophy and Economics at Oxford and as of today you have photographed some of the most powerful individuals on earth from presidents to royals Is there a correlation there

I am a strong believer in researching the people I photograph so I think it helps that my education has given me an understanding of what some of them do

PicsArt Monthly | 87

What was it like to take the official christening photographs of Prince George

It was an honour to be asked Everyone kept telling me beforehand how nervous I would be and that I must be so stressed But I actually felt very relaxed throughout They gave me all the time I needed to prepare and were very friendly and relaxed I enjoyed it

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Many of your photos are part of the permanent collection of the National Portrait Gallery the United Kingdomrsquos official gallery for portraits of historical British people Your work is national history How does this feel

I try not to think of it in those terms but more about what I want to say about the person Irsquom photographing or what I can encourage them to reveal

Are there any portraits of yours in the National Portrait Gallery that stand out as favourites

My favourites tend to be favourites because they are people I have felt a particular connection with or even become friends with I try to do that with everyone I photograph but obviously it happens with some people more than others

PicsArt Monthly | 91

Yoursquove captured a lot of artists and entertainers as well What is it like photographing celebrities

I am lucky in that I photographed some famous people very early on in my career so I got used to it very quickly and it is not something that I find difficult to deal with at all now They are just people like everybody else and usually enjoy being treated as such

You did the movie posters for modern British classic like Billy Elliot and Love Actually How is shooting a movie poster different from capturing a portrait

It tends to be much more art directed so I have less freedom to just do what I want and have to follow a brief more carefully In those instances I try to follow that brief and then give them something in addition that they maybe didnrsquot know they wanted

92| PicsArt Monthly

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Have you ever photographed someone who had maybe been a role model of some kind for you or maybe just admired greatly

Yes - very early on in my career I was sent to Iceland to photograph Bjork I had been listening to that first album of hers all summer and so was a bit of a fan It actually kind of got in the way initially me being a fan and I had to get past that as quickly as possible to find the person I wanted to photograph

What was the most surreal moment you ever experienced during a photography shoot

I was shooting a campaign for the Royal Opera House of a Chinese opera singer called Liping Zhang in a beautiful area near the Mongolian border We were assured the weather would be OK since it was late spring but a freak snowstorm came through so we were all freezing and inappropriately dressed and we had to bundle her up in Chinese army coats to keep her warm and at the last moment there was so much snow we couldnrsquot even drive her to the spot where I wanted to photograph her so in order to get her there we had to rent a camel to put her on

PicsArt Monthly | 95

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PicsArt Monthly | 97

98| PicsArt Monthly

What advice would you give to amatuer photographers

Many of the students and amateurs who come to see me show me a little bit of everything That is unlikely to get you commissioned when you are starting out So I think itrsquos better to concentrate on one thing and do it very well at the beginning and then when that goes well you can branch out

PicsArt Monthly | 99

100| PicsArt Monthly

PicsArt Monthly | 101

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Bewitched by BlightA building in ruins hangs together by what seems like threads One of the upper floors sags precariously just inches above the head of a young woman who strolls absent-mindedly with a teddy-bear in hand It seems possible that at any moment the whole structure could come crashing down Lady Luck we presume

Danny Aguirre (danny-aguirre-142) is the PicsArtist responsible for this Photo of the Month entitled Lady Luck Aguirre edited this image to perfection transplanting a young lively and vibrant woman into a world of decay In this manner the photo speaks to us through contrast

Darkly lit ruins once full of life now sit forgotten surrounded by sick yellow skies The deteriorating building bears down on an unwary and carefree youth (Lady Luck) ambling at the mercy of its behemonth broken structure In this peculiar and eerie scene Aguirre captivates his audience while conveying the promise of the unexpected

In an ever-changing world Aguirre has captured the aesthetic beauty of a building that has passed its prime However in its old age the building has become something else entirely a peculiar and curious space open to imaginative interpretation This is perhaps the luck that the young lady pictured in the image and Aguirres audience have stumbled upon an unexpected opportunity to reflect on the present in light of the past Through his creative vision Aguirre allows us to study ourselves and the physical structures we leave behind for future generations

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PicsArt Monthly | 103

104| PicsArt Monthly

A Photographerrsquos Guide to the US

The most unique shots in America and where to get them

Kelso San Dunes Mojave Desert

If yoursquore looking for a unique photography opportunity head for the Kelso Sand Dunes - mountainous piles of sand that seem to spring up from nowhere in the middle of the Mojave Desert The tallest dunes can rise up to 650 feet above the surrounding terrain In this setting a well-timed hike might allow you photograph the sunset from a phenomenal vantage point A couple words of caution be sure to take a flashlight in order to get back to your car and never go alone

If you donrsquot make it to the sand dunes dont despair The spectacular darkness of the Mojave desert translates into spectacular nighttime photography With almost no ambient light (apart from the stars and the vague glow over the horizon coming from Las Vegas) the Mojave is the perfect place to experiment with time lapse night shots and double exposures This is a surefire way to snap some fantastic shots

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FEATURE Destination

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The Redwood Forests California

If you drive down the west coast of California on Route 1 yoursquoll suddenly find yourself in a magical landscape of trees so tall that you feel like a tiny critter The redwood forests in California are truly a sight to behold and the deep ochre of the tree barks is spectacular to see

Driving through this area is fantastic but make sure that you park up and go exploring with your camera This is one of the best places for nature photography The way the light streams through the canopy in the late afternoon is nothing short of breathtaking a must see for every photographer

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Tucson Arizona

Tucson may not seem like a photographerrsquos haven and if you visit in July when the temperatures soar to over 100 degrees Fahrenheit it certainly wonrsquot feel like it either However the landscape of this often-forgotten city makes for some truly breathtaking sunsets and sunrises where flat land gives way to gorgeous mountains ensconced by sunlight

If you visit Tucson youll also find that it is an unlikely hotbed of culture and art With a history that goes back much further than many of its neighbors in the south west Tucson boasts remarkable architecture historic neighborhoods and museums not to mention the Mission San Xavier del Bac an 18th-century mission that is still functioning Whats more the city has a distinctly Western flavor in light of pervasive Native American and Mexican influences After the sun goes down yoursquoll also find art events and bars alive with music and bonding in a comfy college-town atmosphere which means that you can capture some great shots of people simply being themselves

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DIY Wall Decorations for Kids Room

Artists start young so here we want to show how you can nurture art into a child by decorating his room so he starts seeing and valuing creativity from his early days

This DIY tutorial is so easy to do that if you have elder children you can involve them in the process of making these awsome wall hangings Make a collage in minutes that will be an impressive surprise for everyone and give you a proud piece of original artwork to hang on the wall in your kids room

For this project yoursquoll need a color printer markers scissors glue 2 pieces of ordinary cardboard and 4 equal-sized colorfull cardboards or canvas

Step 1 PrintFind some awesome characters online by either browsing clipart in the PicsArt Shop or googling cartoon images Also print out some basic colors or patterns to cut into shapes If you dont like the color of your background cardboards or canvases you can either color them with paint or print out patterns to make your backgrounds more colorful

Step 2 CutCut out your characters carefully and glue them on cardboard Now cut out the cardboard in the shape of your characters Be sure to cut out shapes for the scenery of your collage like clouds and trees There is no need to glue them on an additional cardboard if you do not want to make them look 3D

Step 3 Create 3D ElementsIdentify some parts of the animals you want to highlight like tails eyes or ears Cut out two of those parts from cardboard and glue one over the other so that the one with patterns stays on top

Step 4 GlueGlue your shapes onto 4 pieces of cardboard Start with the scenery (trees and clouds) then glue on your characters then glue on their cool colored double-layered body parts to make them stand out As a result you will have 3D-like animals or any other items you want

Step 6 Draw Parts and Write MessagesYou can draw some fine elements into your collage using ordinary colorful markers You can also write a message on your collage with a marker Your creations are now ready to make your child smile

118| PicsArt Monthly

Danielrsquos Twisted Animal Crime LineupGreat artists know how to turn heads with their art and that is certainly the case with PicsArtist of the Month Daniel (n3cr0n0m1c0n) However when he turns heads he turns them into something else Daniel has recently unveiled a series of photos that replace the head of a human body with various animal heads - the only exception being an awesome Star Wars stormtrooper helmet

In each photo of the series Daniels body dons a different head Nevertheless he is shown wearing the same clothes - a leather jacket with a zipper that runs diagonally across his torso into the side of his collar The thing about Danielrsquos photos is that the details of their construction work really well together to create a dark artistic vision with grungy undertones

Despite this odd synergy each photo is posed with a nonchalance that seems to undermine the strangeness of it all every shot displaying the emotional expression of a criminal lineup or mugshot The body takes on a neutral stance and the animal heads stare with vacant expressions as if silently counting the seconds for the camera shutter to click so they can walk off and do something else The overall emotional effect is weird uneasy slightly comic and extremely captivating

PicsArt Monthly | 119

FEATURE Artist

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Lola MontezSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

Medium Daguerreotype

PicsArt Monthly | 79

Lemuel ShawSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

Medium Daguerreotype

80| PicsArt Monthly

Louis-Jacques-Mandeacute DaguerreJohn Jabez Edwin Mayall (British Oldham Lancashire 1813ndash1901 West Sussex)

Medium Albumen silver print from glass negative

PicsArt Monthly | 81

View Down Brattle Street from the Southworth amp Hawes Studio at 5 12 Tremont Row Boston

Southworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)Medium Daguerreotype

82| PicsArt Monthly

Interview with Celebrity Photographer Jason Bell Having shot for publications like Vanity Fair Vogue photographed royals and had some of his work submitted into Britainrsquos National Portrait Gallery Jason Bell has cemented his place as one of the foremost portrait photographers of his generation He has published four books and received more accolades than we have room to mention In any case Jasonrsquos work is the gold-standard when it comes to peering past the face and into the soul of subject model or celebrity His work has fascinated us for some time so we interviewed him to learn more about his work and career

PicsArt Monthly | 83

INERVIEW

All images by and copyright of Jason Bell

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PicsArt Monthly | 85

86| PicsArt Monthly

How did you become a photographer

I just always was I took pictures a lot as a child and then when I was at school I was given the keys to the school dark room which I remember finding a magical place It just carried on from there

You actually studied Politics Philosophy and Economics at Oxford and as of today you have photographed some of the most powerful individuals on earth from presidents to royals Is there a correlation there

I am a strong believer in researching the people I photograph so I think it helps that my education has given me an understanding of what some of them do

PicsArt Monthly | 87

What was it like to take the official christening photographs of Prince George

It was an honour to be asked Everyone kept telling me beforehand how nervous I would be and that I must be so stressed But I actually felt very relaxed throughout They gave me all the time I needed to prepare and were very friendly and relaxed I enjoyed it

88| PicsArt Monthly

PicsArt Monthly | 89

90| PicsArt Monthly

Many of your photos are part of the permanent collection of the National Portrait Gallery the United Kingdomrsquos official gallery for portraits of historical British people Your work is national history How does this feel

I try not to think of it in those terms but more about what I want to say about the person Irsquom photographing or what I can encourage them to reveal

Are there any portraits of yours in the National Portrait Gallery that stand out as favourites

My favourites tend to be favourites because they are people I have felt a particular connection with or even become friends with I try to do that with everyone I photograph but obviously it happens with some people more than others

PicsArt Monthly | 91

Yoursquove captured a lot of artists and entertainers as well What is it like photographing celebrities

I am lucky in that I photographed some famous people very early on in my career so I got used to it very quickly and it is not something that I find difficult to deal with at all now They are just people like everybody else and usually enjoy being treated as such

You did the movie posters for modern British classic like Billy Elliot and Love Actually How is shooting a movie poster different from capturing a portrait

It tends to be much more art directed so I have less freedom to just do what I want and have to follow a brief more carefully In those instances I try to follow that brief and then give them something in addition that they maybe didnrsquot know they wanted

92| PicsArt Monthly

PicsArt Monthly | 93

94| PicsArt Monthly

Have you ever photographed someone who had maybe been a role model of some kind for you or maybe just admired greatly

Yes - very early on in my career I was sent to Iceland to photograph Bjork I had been listening to that first album of hers all summer and so was a bit of a fan It actually kind of got in the way initially me being a fan and I had to get past that as quickly as possible to find the person I wanted to photograph

What was the most surreal moment you ever experienced during a photography shoot

I was shooting a campaign for the Royal Opera House of a Chinese opera singer called Liping Zhang in a beautiful area near the Mongolian border We were assured the weather would be OK since it was late spring but a freak snowstorm came through so we were all freezing and inappropriately dressed and we had to bundle her up in Chinese army coats to keep her warm and at the last moment there was so much snow we couldnrsquot even drive her to the spot where I wanted to photograph her so in order to get her there we had to rent a camel to put her on

PicsArt Monthly | 95

96| PicsArt Monthly

PicsArt Monthly | 97

98| PicsArt Monthly

What advice would you give to amatuer photographers

Many of the students and amateurs who come to see me show me a little bit of everything That is unlikely to get you commissioned when you are starting out So I think itrsquos better to concentrate on one thing and do it very well at the beginning and then when that goes well you can branch out

PicsArt Monthly | 99

100| PicsArt Monthly

PicsArt Monthly | 101

102| PicsArt Monthly

Bewitched by BlightA building in ruins hangs together by what seems like threads One of the upper floors sags precariously just inches above the head of a young woman who strolls absent-mindedly with a teddy-bear in hand It seems possible that at any moment the whole structure could come crashing down Lady Luck we presume

Danny Aguirre (danny-aguirre-142) is the PicsArtist responsible for this Photo of the Month entitled Lady Luck Aguirre edited this image to perfection transplanting a young lively and vibrant woman into a world of decay In this manner the photo speaks to us through contrast

Darkly lit ruins once full of life now sit forgotten surrounded by sick yellow skies The deteriorating building bears down on an unwary and carefree youth (Lady Luck) ambling at the mercy of its behemonth broken structure In this peculiar and eerie scene Aguirre captivates his audience while conveying the promise of the unexpected

In an ever-changing world Aguirre has captured the aesthetic beauty of a building that has passed its prime However in its old age the building has become something else entirely a peculiar and curious space open to imaginative interpretation This is perhaps the luck that the young lady pictured in the image and Aguirres audience have stumbled upon an unexpected opportunity to reflect on the present in light of the past Through his creative vision Aguirre allows us to study ourselves and the physical structures we leave behind for future generations

d

anny

-agu

irre

-14

2

PicsArt Monthly | 103

104| PicsArt Monthly

A Photographerrsquos Guide to the US

The most unique shots in America and where to get them

Kelso San Dunes Mojave Desert

If yoursquore looking for a unique photography opportunity head for the Kelso Sand Dunes - mountainous piles of sand that seem to spring up from nowhere in the middle of the Mojave Desert The tallest dunes can rise up to 650 feet above the surrounding terrain In this setting a well-timed hike might allow you photograph the sunset from a phenomenal vantage point A couple words of caution be sure to take a flashlight in order to get back to your car and never go alone

If you donrsquot make it to the sand dunes dont despair The spectacular darkness of the Mojave desert translates into spectacular nighttime photography With almost no ambient light (apart from the stars and the vague glow over the horizon coming from Las Vegas) the Mojave is the perfect place to experiment with time lapse night shots and double exposures This is a surefire way to snap some fantastic shots

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FEATURE Destination

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The Redwood Forests California

If you drive down the west coast of California on Route 1 yoursquoll suddenly find yourself in a magical landscape of trees so tall that you feel like a tiny critter The redwood forests in California are truly a sight to behold and the deep ochre of the tree barks is spectacular to see

Driving through this area is fantastic but make sure that you park up and go exploring with your camera This is one of the best places for nature photography The way the light streams through the canopy in the late afternoon is nothing short of breathtaking a must see for every photographer

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Tucson Arizona

Tucson may not seem like a photographerrsquos haven and if you visit in July when the temperatures soar to over 100 degrees Fahrenheit it certainly wonrsquot feel like it either However the landscape of this often-forgotten city makes for some truly breathtaking sunsets and sunrises where flat land gives way to gorgeous mountains ensconced by sunlight

If you visit Tucson youll also find that it is an unlikely hotbed of culture and art With a history that goes back much further than many of its neighbors in the south west Tucson boasts remarkable architecture historic neighborhoods and museums not to mention the Mission San Xavier del Bac an 18th-century mission that is still functioning Whats more the city has a distinctly Western flavor in light of pervasive Native American and Mexican influences After the sun goes down yoursquoll also find art events and bars alive with music and bonding in a comfy college-town atmosphere which means that you can capture some great shots of people simply being themselves

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DIY Wall Decorations for Kids Room

Artists start young so here we want to show how you can nurture art into a child by decorating his room so he starts seeing and valuing creativity from his early days

This DIY tutorial is so easy to do that if you have elder children you can involve them in the process of making these awsome wall hangings Make a collage in minutes that will be an impressive surprise for everyone and give you a proud piece of original artwork to hang on the wall in your kids room

For this project yoursquoll need a color printer markers scissors glue 2 pieces of ordinary cardboard and 4 equal-sized colorfull cardboards or canvas

Step 1 PrintFind some awesome characters online by either browsing clipart in the PicsArt Shop or googling cartoon images Also print out some basic colors or patterns to cut into shapes If you dont like the color of your background cardboards or canvases you can either color them with paint or print out patterns to make your backgrounds more colorful

Step 2 CutCut out your characters carefully and glue them on cardboard Now cut out the cardboard in the shape of your characters Be sure to cut out shapes for the scenery of your collage like clouds and trees There is no need to glue them on an additional cardboard if you do not want to make them look 3D

Step 3 Create 3D ElementsIdentify some parts of the animals you want to highlight like tails eyes or ears Cut out two of those parts from cardboard and glue one over the other so that the one with patterns stays on top

Step 4 GlueGlue your shapes onto 4 pieces of cardboard Start with the scenery (trees and clouds) then glue on your characters then glue on their cool colored double-layered body parts to make them stand out As a result you will have 3D-like animals or any other items you want

Step 6 Draw Parts and Write MessagesYou can draw some fine elements into your collage using ordinary colorful markers You can also write a message on your collage with a marker Your creations are now ready to make your child smile

118| PicsArt Monthly

Danielrsquos Twisted Animal Crime LineupGreat artists know how to turn heads with their art and that is certainly the case with PicsArtist of the Month Daniel (n3cr0n0m1c0n) However when he turns heads he turns them into something else Daniel has recently unveiled a series of photos that replace the head of a human body with various animal heads - the only exception being an awesome Star Wars stormtrooper helmet

In each photo of the series Daniels body dons a different head Nevertheless he is shown wearing the same clothes - a leather jacket with a zipper that runs diagonally across his torso into the side of his collar The thing about Danielrsquos photos is that the details of their construction work really well together to create a dark artistic vision with grungy undertones

Despite this odd synergy each photo is posed with a nonchalance that seems to undermine the strangeness of it all every shot displaying the emotional expression of a criminal lineup or mugshot The body takes on a neutral stance and the animal heads stare with vacant expressions as if silently counting the seconds for the camera shutter to click so they can walk off and do something else The overall emotional effect is weird uneasy slightly comic and extremely captivating

PicsArt Monthly | 119

FEATURE Artist

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Lemuel ShawSouthworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)

Medium Daguerreotype

80| PicsArt Monthly

Louis-Jacques-Mandeacute DaguerreJohn Jabez Edwin Mayall (British Oldham Lancashire 1813ndash1901 West Sussex)

Medium Albumen silver print from glass negative

PicsArt Monthly | 81

View Down Brattle Street from the Southworth amp Hawes Studio at 5 12 Tremont Row Boston

Southworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)Medium Daguerreotype

82| PicsArt Monthly

Interview with Celebrity Photographer Jason Bell Having shot for publications like Vanity Fair Vogue photographed royals and had some of his work submitted into Britainrsquos National Portrait Gallery Jason Bell has cemented his place as one of the foremost portrait photographers of his generation He has published four books and received more accolades than we have room to mention In any case Jasonrsquos work is the gold-standard when it comes to peering past the face and into the soul of subject model or celebrity His work has fascinated us for some time so we interviewed him to learn more about his work and career

PicsArt Monthly | 83

INERVIEW

All images by and copyright of Jason Bell

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How did you become a photographer

I just always was I took pictures a lot as a child and then when I was at school I was given the keys to the school dark room which I remember finding a magical place It just carried on from there

You actually studied Politics Philosophy and Economics at Oxford and as of today you have photographed some of the most powerful individuals on earth from presidents to royals Is there a correlation there

I am a strong believer in researching the people I photograph so I think it helps that my education has given me an understanding of what some of them do

PicsArt Monthly | 87

What was it like to take the official christening photographs of Prince George

It was an honour to be asked Everyone kept telling me beforehand how nervous I would be and that I must be so stressed But I actually felt very relaxed throughout They gave me all the time I needed to prepare and were very friendly and relaxed I enjoyed it

88| PicsArt Monthly

PicsArt Monthly | 89

90| PicsArt Monthly

Many of your photos are part of the permanent collection of the National Portrait Gallery the United Kingdomrsquos official gallery for portraits of historical British people Your work is national history How does this feel

I try not to think of it in those terms but more about what I want to say about the person Irsquom photographing or what I can encourage them to reveal

Are there any portraits of yours in the National Portrait Gallery that stand out as favourites

My favourites tend to be favourites because they are people I have felt a particular connection with or even become friends with I try to do that with everyone I photograph but obviously it happens with some people more than others

PicsArt Monthly | 91

Yoursquove captured a lot of artists and entertainers as well What is it like photographing celebrities

I am lucky in that I photographed some famous people very early on in my career so I got used to it very quickly and it is not something that I find difficult to deal with at all now They are just people like everybody else and usually enjoy being treated as such

You did the movie posters for modern British classic like Billy Elliot and Love Actually How is shooting a movie poster different from capturing a portrait

It tends to be much more art directed so I have less freedom to just do what I want and have to follow a brief more carefully In those instances I try to follow that brief and then give them something in addition that they maybe didnrsquot know they wanted

92| PicsArt Monthly

PicsArt Monthly | 93

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Have you ever photographed someone who had maybe been a role model of some kind for you or maybe just admired greatly

Yes - very early on in my career I was sent to Iceland to photograph Bjork I had been listening to that first album of hers all summer and so was a bit of a fan It actually kind of got in the way initially me being a fan and I had to get past that as quickly as possible to find the person I wanted to photograph

What was the most surreal moment you ever experienced during a photography shoot

I was shooting a campaign for the Royal Opera House of a Chinese opera singer called Liping Zhang in a beautiful area near the Mongolian border We were assured the weather would be OK since it was late spring but a freak snowstorm came through so we were all freezing and inappropriately dressed and we had to bundle her up in Chinese army coats to keep her warm and at the last moment there was so much snow we couldnrsquot even drive her to the spot where I wanted to photograph her so in order to get her there we had to rent a camel to put her on

PicsArt Monthly | 95

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PicsArt Monthly | 97

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What advice would you give to amatuer photographers

Many of the students and amateurs who come to see me show me a little bit of everything That is unlikely to get you commissioned when you are starting out So I think itrsquos better to concentrate on one thing and do it very well at the beginning and then when that goes well you can branch out

PicsArt Monthly | 99

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Bewitched by BlightA building in ruins hangs together by what seems like threads One of the upper floors sags precariously just inches above the head of a young woman who strolls absent-mindedly with a teddy-bear in hand It seems possible that at any moment the whole structure could come crashing down Lady Luck we presume

Danny Aguirre (danny-aguirre-142) is the PicsArtist responsible for this Photo of the Month entitled Lady Luck Aguirre edited this image to perfection transplanting a young lively and vibrant woman into a world of decay In this manner the photo speaks to us through contrast

Darkly lit ruins once full of life now sit forgotten surrounded by sick yellow skies The deteriorating building bears down on an unwary and carefree youth (Lady Luck) ambling at the mercy of its behemonth broken structure In this peculiar and eerie scene Aguirre captivates his audience while conveying the promise of the unexpected

In an ever-changing world Aguirre has captured the aesthetic beauty of a building that has passed its prime However in its old age the building has become something else entirely a peculiar and curious space open to imaginative interpretation This is perhaps the luck that the young lady pictured in the image and Aguirres audience have stumbled upon an unexpected opportunity to reflect on the present in light of the past Through his creative vision Aguirre allows us to study ourselves and the physical structures we leave behind for future generations

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PicsArt Monthly | 103

104| PicsArt Monthly

A Photographerrsquos Guide to the US

The most unique shots in America and where to get them

Kelso San Dunes Mojave Desert

If yoursquore looking for a unique photography opportunity head for the Kelso Sand Dunes - mountainous piles of sand that seem to spring up from nowhere in the middle of the Mojave Desert The tallest dunes can rise up to 650 feet above the surrounding terrain In this setting a well-timed hike might allow you photograph the sunset from a phenomenal vantage point A couple words of caution be sure to take a flashlight in order to get back to your car and never go alone

If you donrsquot make it to the sand dunes dont despair The spectacular darkness of the Mojave desert translates into spectacular nighttime photography With almost no ambient light (apart from the stars and the vague glow over the horizon coming from Las Vegas) the Mojave is the perfect place to experiment with time lapse night shots and double exposures This is a surefire way to snap some fantastic shots

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FEATURE Destination

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The Redwood Forests California

If you drive down the west coast of California on Route 1 yoursquoll suddenly find yourself in a magical landscape of trees so tall that you feel like a tiny critter The redwood forests in California are truly a sight to behold and the deep ochre of the tree barks is spectacular to see

Driving through this area is fantastic but make sure that you park up and go exploring with your camera This is one of the best places for nature photography The way the light streams through the canopy in the late afternoon is nothing short of breathtaking a must see for every photographer

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Tucson Arizona

Tucson may not seem like a photographerrsquos haven and if you visit in July when the temperatures soar to over 100 degrees Fahrenheit it certainly wonrsquot feel like it either However the landscape of this often-forgotten city makes for some truly breathtaking sunsets and sunrises where flat land gives way to gorgeous mountains ensconced by sunlight

If you visit Tucson youll also find that it is an unlikely hotbed of culture and art With a history that goes back much further than many of its neighbors in the south west Tucson boasts remarkable architecture historic neighborhoods and museums not to mention the Mission San Xavier del Bac an 18th-century mission that is still functioning Whats more the city has a distinctly Western flavor in light of pervasive Native American and Mexican influences After the sun goes down yoursquoll also find art events and bars alive with music and bonding in a comfy college-town atmosphere which means that you can capture some great shots of people simply being themselves

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DIY Wall Decorations for Kids Room

Artists start young so here we want to show how you can nurture art into a child by decorating his room so he starts seeing and valuing creativity from his early days

This DIY tutorial is so easy to do that if you have elder children you can involve them in the process of making these awsome wall hangings Make a collage in minutes that will be an impressive surprise for everyone and give you a proud piece of original artwork to hang on the wall in your kids room

For this project yoursquoll need a color printer markers scissors glue 2 pieces of ordinary cardboard and 4 equal-sized colorfull cardboards or canvas

Step 1 PrintFind some awesome characters online by either browsing clipart in the PicsArt Shop or googling cartoon images Also print out some basic colors or patterns to cut into shapes If you dont like the color of your background cardboards or canvases you can either color them with paint or print out patterns to make your backgrounds more colorful

Step 2 CutCut out your characters carefully and glue them on cardboard Now cut out the cardboard in the shape of your characters Be sure to cut out shapes for the scenery of your collage like clouds and trees There is no need to glue them on an additional cardboard if you do not want to make them look 3D

Step 3 Create 3D ElementsIdentify some parts of the animals you want to highlight like tails eyes or ears Cut out two of those parts from cardboard and glue one over the other so that the one with patterns stays on top

Step 4 GlueGlue your shapes onto 4 pieces of cardboard Start with the scenery (trees and clouds) then glue on your characters then glue on their cool colored double-layered body parts to make them stand out As a result you will have 3D-like animals or any other items you want

Step 6 Draw Parts and Write MessagesYou can draw some fine elements into your collage using ordinary colorful markers You can also write a message on your collage with a marker Your creations are now ready to make your child smile

118| PicsArt Monthly

Danielrsquos Twisted Animal Crime LineupGreat artists know how to turn heads with their art and that is certainly the case with PicsArtist of the Month Daniel (n3cr0n0m1c0n) However when he turns heads he turns them into something else Daniel has recently unveiled a series of photos that replace the head of a human body with various animal heads - the only exception being an awesome Star Wars stormtrooper helmet

In each photo of the series Daniels body dons a different head Nevertheless he is shown wearing the same clothes - a leather jacket with a zipper that runs diagonally across his torso into the side of his collar The thing about Danielrsquos photos is that the details of their construction work really well together to create a dark artistic vision with grungy undertones

Despite this odd synergy each photo is posed with a nonchalance that seems to undermine the strangeness of it all every shot displaying the emotional expression of a criminal lineup or mugshot The body takes on a neutral stance and the animal heads stare with vacant expressions as if silently counting the seconds for the camera shutter to click so they can walk off and do something else The overall emotional effect is weird uneasy slightly comic and extremely captivating

PicsArt Monthly | 119

FEATURE Artist

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Louis-Jacques-Mandeacute DaguerreJohn Jabez Edwin Mayall (British Oldham Lancashire 1813ndash1901 West Sussex)

Medium Albumen silver print from glass negative

PicsArt Monthly | 81

View Down Brattle Street from the Southworth amp Hawes Studio at 5 12 Tremont Row Boston

Southworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)Medium Daguerreotype

82| PicsArt Monthly

Interview with Celebrity Photographer Jason Bell Having shot for publications like Vanity Fair Vogue photographed royals and had some of his work submitted into Britainrsquos National Portrait Gallery Jason Bell has cemented his place as one of the foremost portrait photographers of his generation He has published four books and received more accolades than we have room to mention In any case Jasonrsquos work is the gold-standard when it comes to peering past the face and into the soul of subject model or celebrity His work has fascinated us for some time so we interviewed him to learn more about his work and career

PicsArt Monthly | 83

INERVIEW

All images by and copyright of Jason Bell

84| PicsArt Monthly

PicsArt Monthly | 85

86| PicsArt Monthly

How did you become a photographer

I just always was I took pictures a lot as a child and then when I was at school I was given the keys to the school dark room which I remember finding a magical place It just carried on from there

You actually studied Politics Philosophy and Economics at Oxford and as of today you have photographed some of the most powerful individuals on earth from presidents to royals Is there a correlation there

I am a strong believer in researching the people I photograph so I think it helps that my education has given me an understanding of what some of them do

PicsArt Monthly | 87

What was it like to take the official christening photographs of Prince George

It was an honour to be asked Everyone kept telling me beforehand how nervous I would be and that I must be so stressed But I actually felt very relaxed throughout They gave me all the time I needed to prepare and were very friendly and relaxed I enjoyed it

88| PicsArt Monthly

PicsArt Monthly | 89

90| PicsArt Monthly

Many of your photos are part of the permanent collection of the National Portrait Gallery the United Kingdomrsquos official gallery for portraits of historical British people Your work is national history How does this feel

I try not to think of it in those terms but more about what I want to say about the person Irsquom photographing or what I can encourage them to reveal

Are there any portraits of yours in the National Portrait Gallery that stand out as favourites

My favourites tend to be favourites because they are people I have felt a particular connection with or even become friends with I try to do that with everyone I photograph but obviously it happens with some people more than others

PicsArt Monthly | 91

Yoursquove captured a lot of artists and entertainers as well What is it like photographing celebrities

I am lucky in that I photographed some famous people very early on in my career so I got used to it very quickly and it is not something that I find difficult to deal with at all now They are just people like everybody else and usually enjoy being treated as such

You did the movie posters for modern British classic like Billy Elliot and Love Actually How is shooting a movie poster different from capturing a portrait

It tends to be much more art directed so I have less freedom to just do what I want and have to follow a brief more carefully In those instances I try to follow that brief and then give them something in addition that they maybe didnrsquot know they wanted

92| PicsArt Monthly

PicsArt Monthly | 93

94| PicsArt Monthly

Have you ever photographed someone who had maybe been a role model of some kind for you or maybe just admired greatly

Yes - very early on in my career I was sent to Iceland to photograph Bjork I had been listening to that first album of hers all summer and so was a bit of a fan It actually kind of got in the way initially me being a fan and I had to get past that as quickly as possible to find the person I wanted to photograph

What was the most surreal moment you ever experienced during a photography shoot

I was shooting a campaign for the Royal Opera House of a Chinese opera singer called Liping Zhang in a beautiful area near the Mongolian border We were assured the weather would be OK since it was late spring but a freak snowstorm came through so we were all freezing and inappropriately dressed and we had to bundle her up in Chinese army coats to keep her warm and at the last moment there was so much snow we couldnrsquot even drive her to the spot where I wanted to photograph her so in order to get her there we had to rent a camel to put her on

PicsArt Monthly | 95

96| PicsArt Monthly

PicsArt Monthly | 97

98| PicsArt Monthly

What advice would you give to amatuer photographers

Many of the students and amateurs who come to see me show me a little bit of everything That is unlikely to get you commissioned when you are starting out So I think itrsquos better to concentrate on one thing and do it very well at the beginning and then when that goes well you can branch out

PicsArt Monthly | 99

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PicsArt Monthly | 101

102| PicsArt Monthly

Bewitched by BlightA building in ruins hangs together by what seems like threads One of the upper floors sags precariously just inches above the head of a young woman who strolls absent-mindedly with a teddy-bear in hand It seems possible that at any moment the whole structure could come crashing down Lady Luck we presume

Danny Aguirre (danny-aguirre-142) is the PicsArtist responsible for this Photo of the Month entitled Lady Luck Aguirre edited this image to perfection transplanting a young lively and vibrant woman into a world of decay In this manner the photo speaks to us through contrast

Darkly lit ruins once full of life now sit forgotten surrounded by sick yellow skies The deteriorating building bears down on an unwary and carefree youth (Lady Luck) ambling at the mercy of its behemonth broken structure In this peculiar and eerie scene Aguirre captivates his audience while conveying the promise of the unexpected

In an ever-changing world Aguirre has captured the aesthetic beauty of a building that has passed its prime However in its old age the building has become something else entirely a peculiar and curious space open to imaginative interpretation This is perhaps the luck that the young lady pictured in the image and Aguirres audience have stumbled upon an unexpected opportunity to reflect on the present in light of the past Through his creative vision Aguirre allows us to study ourselves and the physical structures we leave behind for future generations

d

anny

-agu

irre

-14

2

PicsArt Monthly | 103

104| PicsArt Monthly

A Photographerrsquos Guide to the US

The most unique shots in America and where to get them

Kelso San Dunes Mojave Desert

If yoursquore looking for a unique photography opportunity head for the Kelso Sand Dunes - mountainous piles of sand that seem to spring up from nowhere in the middle of the Mojave Desert The tallest dunes can rise up to 650 feet above the surrounding terrain In this setting a well-timed hike might allow you photograph the sunset from a phenomenal vantage point A couple words of caution be sure to take a flashlight in order to get back to your car and never go alone

If you donrsquot make it to the sand dunes dont despair The spectacular darkness of the Mojave desert translates into spectacular nighttime photography With almost no ambient light (apart from the stars and the vague glow over the horizon coming from Las Vegas) the Mojave is the perfect place to experiment with time lapse night shots and double exposures This is a surefire way to snap some fantastic shots

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PicsArt Monthly | 105 h

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FEATURE Destination

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PicsArt Monthly | 107

108| PicsArt Monthly

The Redwood Forests California

If you drive down the west coast of California on Route 1 yoursquoll suddenly find yourself in a magical landscape of trees so tall that you feel like a tiny critter The redwood forests in California are truly a sight to behold and the deep ochre of the tree barks is spectacular to see

Driving through this area is fantastic but make sure that you park up and go exploring with your camera This is one of the best places for nature photography The way the light streams through the canopy in the late afternoon is nothing short of breathtaking a must see for every photographer

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PicsArt Monthly | 111 h

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PicsArt Monthly | 113

Tucson Arizona

Tucson may not seem like a photographerrsquos haven and if you visit in July when the temperatures soar to over 100 degrees Fahrenheit it certainly wonrsquot feel like it either However the landscape of this often-forgotten city makes for some truly breathtaking sunsets and sunrises where flat land gives way to gorgeous mountains ensconced by sunlight

If you visit Tucson youll also find that it is an unlikely hotbed of culture and art With a history that goes back much further than many of its neighbors in the south west Tucson boasts remarkable architecture historic neighborhoods and museums not to mention the Mission San Xavier del Bac an 18th-century mission that is still functioning Whats more the city has a distinctly Western flavor in light of pervasive Native American and Mexican influences After the sun goes down yoursquoll also find art events and bars alive with music and bonding in a comfy college-town atmosphere which means that you can capture some great shots of people simply being themselves

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114| PicsArt Monthly

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PicsArt Monthly | 115

DIY Wall Decorations for Kids Room

Artists start young so here we want to show how you can nurture art into a child by decorating his room so he starts seeing and valuing creativity from his early days

This DIY tutorial is so easy to do that if you have elder children you can involve them in the process of making these awsome wall hangings Make a collage in minutes that will be an impressive surprise for everyone and give you a proud piece of original artwork to hang on the wall in your kids room

For this project yoursquoll need a color printer markers scissors glue 2 pieces of ordinary cardboard and 4 equal-sized colorfull cardboards or canvas

Step 1 PrintFind some awesome characters online by either browsing clipart in the PicsArt Shop or googling cartoon images Also print out some basic colors or patterns to cut into shapes If you dont like the color of your background cardboards or canvases you can either color them with paint or print out patterns to make your backgrounds more colorful

Step 2 CutCut out your characters carefully and glue them on cardboard Now cut out the cardboard in the shape of your characters Be sure to cut out shapes for the scenery of your collage like clouds and trees There is no need to glue them on an additional cardboard if you do not want to make them look 3D

Step 3 Create 3D ElementsIdentify some parts of the animals you want to highlight like tails eyes or ears Cut out two of those parts from cardboard and glue one over the other so that the one with patterns stays on top

Step 4 GlueGlue your shapes onto 4 pieces of cardboard Start with the scenery (trees and clouds) then glue on your characters then glue on their cool colored double-layered body parts to make them stand out As a result you will have 3D-like animals or any other items you want

Step 6 Draw Parts and Write MessagesYou can draw some fine elements into your collage using ordinary colorful markers You can also write a message on your collage with a marker Your creations are now ready to make your child smile

118| PicsArt Monthly

Danielrsquos Twisted Animal Crime LineupGreat artists know how to turn heads with their art and that is certainly the case with PicsArtist of the Month Daniel (n3cr0n0m1c0n) However when he turns heads he turns them into something else Daniel has recently unveiled a series of photos that replace the head of a human body with various animal heads - the only exception being an awesome Star Wars stormtrooper helmet

In each photo of the series Daniels body dons a different head Nevertheless he is shown wearing the same clothes - a leather jacket with a zipper that runs diagonally across his torso into the side of his collar The thing about Danielrsquos photos is that the details of their construction work really well together to create a dark artistic vision with grungy undertones

Despite this odd synergy each photo is posed with a nonchalance that seems to undermine the strangeness of it all every shot displaying the emotional expression of a criminal lineup or mugshot The body takes on a neutral stance and the animal heads stare with vacant expressions as if silently counting the seconds for the camera shutter to click so they can walk off and do something else The overall emotional effect is weird uneasy slightly comic and extremely captivating

PicsArt Monthly | 119

FEATURE Artist

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PicsArt Monthly | 121

122| PicsArt Monthly

PicsArt Monthly | 123

124| PicsArt Monthly

PicsArt Monthly | 81

View Down Brattle Street from the Southworth amp Hawes Studio at 5 12 Tremont Row Boston

Southworth and Hawes (American active 1843ndash1863)Medium Daguerreotype

82| PicsArt Monthly

Interview with Celebrity Photographer Jason Bell Having shot for publications like Vanity Fair Vogue photographed royals and had some of his work submitted into Britainrsquos National Portrait Gallery Jason Bell has cemented his place as one of the foremost portrait photographers of his generation He has published four books and received more accolades than we have room to mention In any case Jasonrsquos work is the gold-standard when it comes to peering past the face and into the soul of subject model or celebrity His work has fascinated us for some time so we interviewed him to learn more about his work and career

PicsArt Monthly | 83

INERVIEW

All images by and copyright of Jason Bell

84| PicsArt Monthly

PicsArt Monthly | 85

86| PicsArt Monthly

How did you become a photographer

I just always was I took pictures a lot as a child and then when I was at school I was given the keys to the school dark room which I remember finding a magical place It just carried on from there

You actually studied Politics Philosophy and Economics at Oxford and as of today you have photographed some of the most powerful individuals on earth from presidents to royals Is there a correlation there

I am a strong believer in researching the people I photograph so I think it helps that my education has given me an understanding of what some of them do

PicsArt Monthly | 87

What was it like to take the official christening photographs of Prince George

It was an honour to be asked Everyone kept telling me beforehand how nervous I would be and that I must be so stressed But I actually felt very relaxed throughout They gave me all the time I needed to prepare and were very friendly and relaxed I enjoyed it

88| PicsArt Monthly

PicsArt Monthly | 89

90| PicsArt Monthly

Many of your photos are part of the permanent collection of the National Portrait Gallery the United Kingdomrsquos official gallery for portraits of historical British people Your work is national history How does this feel

I try not to think of it in those terms but more about what I want to say about the person Irsquom photographing or what I can encourage them to reveal

Are there any portraits of yours in the National Portrait Gallery that stand out as favourites

My favourites tend to be favourites because they are people I have felt a particular connection with or even become friends with I try to do that with everyone I photograph but obviously it happens with some people more than others

PicsArt Monthly | 91

Yoursquove captured a lot of artists and entertainers as well What is it like photographing celebrities

I am lucky in that I photographed some famous people very early on in my career so I got used to it very quickly and it is not something that I find difficult to deal with at all now They are just people like everybody else and usually enjoy being treated as such

You did the movie posters for modern British classic like Billy Elliot and Love Actually How is shooting a movie poster different from capturing a portrait

It tends to be much more art directed so I have less freedom to just do what I want and have to follow a brief more carefully In those instances I try to follow that brief and then give them something in addition that they maybe didnrsquot know they wanted

92| PicsArt Monthly

PicsArt Monthly | 93

94| PicsArt Monthly

Have you ever photographed someone who had maybe been a role model of some kind for you or maybe just admired greatly

Yes - very early on in my career I was sent to Iceland to photograph Bjork I had been listening to that first album of hers all summer and so was a bit of a fan It actually kind of got in the way initially me being a fan and I had to get past that as quickly as possible to find the person I wanted to photograph

What was the most surreal moment you ever experienced during a photography shoot

I was shooting a campaign for the Royal Opera House of a Chinese opera singer called Liping Zhang in a beautiful area near the Mongolian border We were assured the weather would be OK since it was late spring but a freak snowstorm came through so we were all freezing and inappropriately dressed and we had to bundle her up in Chinese army coats to keep her warm and at the last moment there was so much snow we couldnrsquot even drive her to the spot where I wanted to photograph her so in order to get her there we had to rent a camel to put her on

PicsArt Monthly | 95

96| PicsArt Monthly

PicsArt Monthly | 97

98| PicsArt Monthly

What advice would you give to amatuer photographers

Many of the students and amateurs who come to see me show me a little bit of everything That is unlikely to get you commissioned when you are starting out So I think itrsquos better to concentrate on one thing and do it very well at the beginning and then when that goes well you can branch out

PicsArt Monthly | 99

100| PicsArt Monthly

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Bewitched by BlightA building in ruins hangs together by what seems like threads One of the upper floors sags precariously just inches above the head of a young woman who strolls absent-mindedly with a teddy-bear in hand It seems possible that at any moment the whole structure could come crashing down Lady Luck we presume

Danny Aguirre (danny-aguirre-142) is the PicsArtist responsible for this Photo of the Month entitled Lady Luck Aguirre edited this image to perfection transplanting a young lively and vibrant woman into a world of decay In this manner the photo speaks to us through contrast

Darkly lit ruins once full of life now sit forgotten surrounded by sick yellow skies The deteriorating building bears down on an unwary and carefree youth (Lady Luck) ambling at the mercy of its behemonth broken structure In this peculiar and eerie scene Aguirre captivates his audience while conveying the promise of the unexpected

In an ever-changing world Aguirre has captured the aesthetic beauty of a building that has passed its prime However in its old age the building has become something else entirely a peculiar and curious space open to imaginative interpretation This is perhaps the luck that the young lady pictured in the image and Aguirres audience have stumbled upon an unexpected opportunity to reflect on the present in light of the past Through his creative vision Aguirre allows us to study ourselves and the physical structures we leave behind for future generations

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PicsArt Monthly | 103

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A Photographerrsquos Guide to the US

The most unique shots in America and where to get them

Kelso San Dunes Mojave Desert

If yoursquore looking for a unique photography opportunity head for the Kelso Sand Dunes - mountainous piles of sand that seem to spring up from nowhere in the middle of the Mojave Desert The tallest dunes can rise up to 650 feet above the surrounding terrain In this setting a well-timed hike might allow you photograph the sunset from a phenomenal vantage point A couple words of caution be sure to take a flashlight in order to get back to your car and never go alone

If you donrsquot make it to the sand dunes dont despair The spectacular darkness of the Mojave desert translates into spectacular nighttime photography With almost no ambient light (apart from the stars and the vague glow over the horizon coming from Las Vegas) the Mojave is the perfect place to experiment with time lapse night shots and double exposures This is a surefire way to snap some fantastic shots

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The Redwood Forests California

If you drive down the west coast of California on Route 1 yoursquoll suddenly find yourself in a magical landscape of trees so tall that you feel like a tiny critter The redwood forests in California are truly a sight to behold and the deep ochre of the tree barks is spectacular to see

Driving through this area is fantastic but make sure that you park up and go exploring with your camera This is one of the best places for nature photography The way the light streams through the canopy in the late afternoon is nothing short of breathtaking a must see for every photographer

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Tucson Arizona

Tucson may not seem like a photographerrsquos haven and if you visit in July when the temperatures soar to over 100 degrees Fahrenheit it certainly wonrsquot feel like it either However the landscape of this often-forgotten city makes for some truly breathtaking sunsets and sunrises where flat land gives way to gorgeous mountains ensconced by sunlight

If you visit Tucson youll also find that it is an unlikely hotbed of culture and art With a history that goes back much further than many of its neighbors in the south west Tucson boasts remarkable architecture historic neighborhoods and museums not to mention the Mission San Xavier del Bac an 18th-century mission that is still functioning Whats more the city has a distinctly Western flavor in light of pervasive Native American and Mexican influences After the sun goes down yoursquoll also find art events and bars alive with music and bonding in a comfy college-town atmosphere which means that you can capture some great shots of people simply being themselves

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DIY Wall Decorations for Kids Room

Artists start young so here we want to show how you can nurture art into a child by decorating his room so he starts seeing and valuing creativity from his early days

This DIY tutorial is so easy to do that if you have elder children you can involve them in the process of making these awsome wall hangings Make a collage in minutes that will be an impressive surprise for everyone and give you a proud piece of original artwork to hang on the wall in your kids room

For this project yoursquoll need a color printer markers scissors glue 2 pieces of ordinary cardboard and 4 equal-sized colorfull cardboards or canvas

Step 1 PrintFind some awesome characters online by either browsing clipart in the PicsArt Shop or googling cartoon images Also print out some basic colors or patterns to cut into shapes If you dont like the color of your background cardboards or canvases you can either color them with paint or print out patterns to make your backgrounds more colorful

Step 2 CutCut out your characters carefully and glue them on cardboard Now cut out the cardboard in the shape of your characters Be sure to cut out shapes for the scenery of your collage like clouds and trees There is no need to glue them on an additional cardboard if you do not want to make them look 3D

Step 3 Create 3D ElementsIdentify some parts of the animals you want to highlight like tails eyes or ears Cut out two of those parts from cardboard and glue one over the other so that the one with patterns stays on top

Step 4 GlueGlue your shapes onto 4 pieces of cardboard Start with the scenery (trees and clouds) then glue on your characters then glue on their cool colored double-layered body parts to make them stand out As a result you will have 3D-like animals or any other items you want

Step 6 Draw Parts and Write MessagesYou can draw some fine elements into your collage using ordinary colorful markers You can also write a message on your collage with a marker Your creations are now ready to make your child smile

118| PicsArt Monthly

Danielrsquos Twisted Animal Crime LineupGreat artists know how to turn heads with their art and that is certainly the case with PicsArtist of the Month Daniel (n3cr0n0m1c0n) However when he turns heads he turns them into something else Daniel has recently unveiled a series of photos that replace the head of a human body with various animal heads - the only exception being an awesome Star Wars stormtrooper helmet

In each photo of the series Daniels body dons a different head Nevertheless he is shown wearing the same clothes - a leather jacket with a zipper that runs diagonally across his torso into the side of his collar The thing about Danielrsquos photos is that the details of their construction work really well together to create a dark artistic vision with grungy undertones

Despite this odd synergy each photo is posed with a nonchalance that seems to undermine the strangeness of it all every shot displaying the emotional expression of a criminal lineup or mugshot The body takes on a neutral stance and the animal heads stare with vacant expressions as if silently counting the seconds for the camera shutter to click so they can walk off and do something else The overall emotional effect is weird uneasy slightly comic and extremely captivating

PicsArt Monthly | 119

FEATURE Artist

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Interview with Celebrity Photographer Jason Bell Having shot for publications like Vanity Fair Vogue photographed royals and had some of his work submitted into Britainrsquos National Portrait Gallery Jason Bell has cemented his place as one of the foremost portrait photographers of his generation He has published four books and received more accolades than we have room to mention In any case Jasonrsquos work is the gold-standard when it comes to peering past the face and into the soul of subject model or celebrity His work has fascinated us for some time so we interviewed him to learn more about his work and career

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INERVIEW

All images by and copyright of Jason Bell

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How did you become a photographer

I just always was I took pictures a lot as a child and then when I was at school I was given the keys to the school dark room which I remember finding a magical place It just carried on from there

You actually studied Politics Philosophy and Economics at Oxford and as of today you have photographed some of the most powerful individuals on earth from presidents to royals Is there a correlation there

I am a strong believer in researching the people I photograph so I think it helps that my education has given me an understanding of what some of them do

PicsArt Monthly | 87

What was it like to take the official christening photographs of Prince George

It was an honour to be asked Everyone kept telling me beforehand how nervous I would be and that I must be so stressed But I actually felt very relaxed throughout They gave me all the time I needed to prepare and were very friendly and relaxed I enjoyed it

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Many of your photos are part of the permanent collection of the National Portrait Gallery the United Kingdomrsquos official gallery for portraits of historical British people Your work is national history How does this feel

I try not to think of it in those terms but more about what I want to say about the person Irsquom photographing or what I can encourage them to reveal

Are there any portraits of yours in the National Portrait Gallery that stand out as favourites

My favourites tend to be favourites because they are people I have felt a particular connection with or even become friends with I try to do that with everyone I photograph but obviously it happens with some people more than others

PicsArt Monthly | 91

Yoursquove captured a lot of artists and entertainers as well What is it like photographing celebrities

I am lucky in that I photographed some famous people very early on in my career so I got used to it very quickly and it is not something that I find difficult to deal with at all now They are just people like everybody else and usually enjoy being treated as such

You did the movie posters for modern British classic like Billy Elliot and Love Actually How is shooting a movie poster different from capturing a portrait

It tends to be much more art directed so I have less freedom to just do what I want and have to follow a brief more carefully In those instances I try to follow that brief and then give them something in addition that they maybe didnrsquot know they wanted

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Have you ever photographed someone who had maybe been a role model of some kind for you or maybe just admired greatly

Yes - very early on in my career I was sent to Iceland to photograph Bjork I had been listening to that first album of hers all summer and so was a bit of a fan It actually kind of got in the way initially me being a fan and I had to get past that as quickly as possible to find the person I wanted to photograph

What was the most surreal moment you ever experienced during a photography shoot

I was shooting a campaign for the Royal Opera House of a Chinese opera singer called Liping Zhang in a beautiful area near the Mongolian border We were assured the weather would be OK since it was late spring but a freak snowstorm came through so we were all freezing and inappropriately dressed and we had to bundle her up in Chinese army coats to keep her warm and at the last moment there was so much snow we couldnrsquot even drive her to the spot where I wanted to photograph her so in order to get her there we had to rent a camel to put her on

PicsArt Monthly | 95

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What advice would you give to amatuer photographers

Many of the students and amateurs who come to see me show me a little bit of everything That is unlikely to get you commissioned when you are starting out So I think itrsquos better to concentrate on one thing and do it very well at the beginning and then when that goes well you can branch out

PicsArt Monthly | 99

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Bewitched by BlightA building in ruins hangs together by what seems like threads One of the upper floors sags precariously just inches above the head of a young woman who strolls absent-mindedly with a teddy-bear in hand It seems possible that at any moment the whole structure could come crashing down Lady Luck we presume

Danny Aguirre (danny-aguirre-142) is the PicsArtist responsible for this Photo of the Month entitled Lady Luck Aguirre edited this image to perfection transplanting a young lively and vibrant woman into a world of decay In this manner the photo speaks to us through contrast

Darkly lit ruins once full of life now sit forgotten surrounded by sick yellow skies The deteriorating building bears down on an unwary and carefree youth (Lady Luck) ambling at the mercy of its behemonth broken structure In this peculiar and eerie scene Aguirre captivates his audience while conveying the promise of the unexpected

In an ever-changing world Aguirre has captured the aesthetic beauty of a building that has passed its prime However in its old age the building has become something else entirely a peculiar and curious space open to imaginative interpretation This is perhaps the luck that the young lady pictured in the image and Aguirres audience have stumbled upon an unexpected opportunity to reflect on the present in light of the past Through his creative vision Aguirre allows us to study ourselves and the physical structures we leave behind for future generations

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PicsArt Monthly | 103

104| PicsArt Monthly

A Photographerrsquos Guide to the US

The most unique shots in America and where to get them

Kelso San Dunes Mojave Desert

If yoursquore looking for a unique photography opportunity head for the Kelso Sand Dunes - mountainous piles of sand that seem to spring up from nowhere in the middle of the Mojave Desert The tallest dunes can rise up to 650 feet above the surrounding terrain In this setting a well-timed hike might allow you photograph the sunset from a phenomenal vantage point A couple words of caution be sure to take a flashlight in order to get back to your car and never go alone

If you donrsquot make it to the sand dunes dont despair The spectacular darkness of the Mojave desert translates into spectacular nighttime photography With almost no ambient light (apart from the stars and the vague glow over the horizon coming from Las Vegas) the Mojave is the perfect place to experiment with time lapse night shots and double exposures This is a surefire way to snap some fantastic shots

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FEATURE Destination

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The Redwood Forests California

If you drive down the west coast of California on Route 1 yoursquoll suddenly find yourself in a magical landscape of trees so tall that you feel like a tiny critter The redwood forests in California are truly a sight to behold and the deep ochre of the tree barks is spectacular to see

Driving through this area is fantastic but make sure that you park up and go exploring with your camera This is one of the best places for nature photography The way the light streams through the canopy in the late afternoon is nothing short of breathtaking a must see for every photographer

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Tucson Arizona

Tucson may not seem like a photographerrsquos haven and if you visit in July when the temperatures soar to over 100 degrees Fahrenheit it certainly wonrsquot feel like it either However the landscape of this often-forgotten city makes for some truly breathtaking sunsets and sunrises where flat land gives way to gorgeous mountains ensconced by sunlight

If you visit Tucson youll also find that it is an unlikely hotbed of culture and art With a history that goes back much further than many of its neighbors in the south west Tucson boasts remarkable architecture historic neighborhoods and museums not to mention the Mission San Xavier del Bac an 18th-century mission that is still functioning Whats more the city has a distinctly Western flavor in light of pervasive Native American and Mexican influences After the sun goes down yoursquoll also find art events and bars alive with music and bonding in a comfy college-town atmosphere which means that you can capture some great shots of people simply being themselves

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DIY Wall Decorations for Kids Room

Artists start young so here we want to show how you can nurture art into a child by decorating his room so he starts seeing and valuing creativity from his early days

This DIY tutorial is so easy to do that if you have elder children you can involve them in the process of making these awsome wall hangings Make a collage in minutes that will be an impressive surprise for everyone and give you a proud piece of original artwork to hang on the wall in your kids room

For this project yoursquoll need a color printer markers scissors glue 2 pieces of ordinary cardboard and 4 equal-sized colorfull cardboards or canvas

Step 1 PrintFind some awesome characters online by either browsing clipart in the PicsArt Shop or googling cartoon images Also print out some basic colors or patterns to cut into shapes If you dont like the color of your background cardboards or canvases you can either color them with paint or print out patterns to make your backgrounds more colorful

Step 2 CutCut out your characters carefully and glue them on cardboard Now cut out the cardboard in the shape of your characters Be sure to cut out shapes for the scenery of your collage like clouds and trees There is no need to glue them on an additional cardboard if you do not want to make them look 3D

Step 3 Create 3D ElementsIdentify some parts of the animals you want to highlight like tails eyes or ears Cut out two of those parts from cardboard and glue one over the other so that the one with patterns stays on top

Step 4 GlueGlue your shapes onto 4 pieces of cardboard Start with the scenery (trees and clouds) then glue on your characters then glue on their cool colored double-layered body parts to make them stand out As a result you will have 3D-like animals or any other items you want

Step 6 Draw Parts and Write MessagesYou can draw some fine elements into your collage using ordinary colorful markers You can also write a message on your collage with a marker Your creations are now ready to make your child smile

118| PicsArt Monthly

Danielrsquos Twisted Animal Crime LineupGreat artists know how to turn heads with their art and that is certainly the case with PicsArtist of the Month Daniel (n3cr0n0m1c0n) However when he turns heads he turns them into something else Daniel has recently unveiled a series of photos that replace the head of a human body with various animal heads - the only exception being an awesome Star Wars stormtrooper helmet

In each photo of the series Daniels body dons a different head Nevertheless he is shown wearing the same clothes - a leather jacket with a zipper that runs diagonally across his torso into the side of his collar The thing about Danielrsquos photos is that the details of their construction work really well together to create a dark artistic vision with grungy undertones

Despite this odd synergy each photo is posed with a nonchalance that seems to undermine the strangeness of it all every shot displaying the emotional expression of a criminal lineup or mugshot The body takes on a neutral stance and the animal heads stare with vacant expressions as if silently counting the seconds for the camera shutter to click so they can walk off and do something else The overall emotional effect is weird uneasy slightly comic and extremely captivating

PicsArt Monthly | 119

FEATURE Artist

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PicsArt Monthly | 83

INERVIEW

All images by and copyright of Jason Bell

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PicsArt Monthly | 85

86| PicsArt Monthly

How did you become a photographer

I just always was I took pictures a lot as a child and then when I was at school I was given the keys to the school dark room which I remember finding a magical place It just carried on from there

You actually studied Politics Philosophy and Economics at Oxford and as of today you have photographed some of the most powerful individuals on earth from presidents to royals Is there a correlation there

I am a strong believer in researching the people I photograph so I think it helps that my education has given me an understanding of what some of them do

PicsArt Monthly | 87

What was it like to take the official christening photographs of Prince George

It was an honour to be asked Everyone kept telling me beforehand how nervous I would be and that I must be so stressed But I actually felt very relaxed throughout They gave me all the time I needed to prepare and were very friendly and relaxed I enjoyed it

88| PicsArt Monthly

PicsArt Monthly | 89

90| PicsArt Monthly

Many of your photos are part of the permanent collection of the National Portrait Gallery the United Kingdomrsquos official gallery for portraits of historical British people Your work is national history How does this feel

I try not to think of it in those terms but more about what I want to say about the person Irsquom photographing or what I can encourage them to reveal

Are there any portraits of yours in the National Portrait Gallery that stand out as favourites

My favourites tend to be favourites because they are people I have felt a particular connection with or even become friends with I try to do that with everyone I photograph but obviously it happens with some people more than others

PicsArt Monthly | 91

Yoursquove captured a lot of artists and entertainers as well What is it like photographing celebrities

I am lucky in that I photographed some famous people very early on in my career so I got used to it very quickly and it is not something that I find difficult to deal with at all now They are just people like everybody else and usually enjoy being treated as such

You did the movie posters for modern British classic like Billy Elliot and Love Actually How is shooting a movie poster different from capturing a portrait

It tends to be much more art directed so I have less freedom to just do what I want and have to follow a brief more carefully In those instances I try to follow that brief and then give them something in addition that they maybe didnrsquot know they wanted

92| PicsArt Monthly

PicsArt Monthly | 93

94| PicsArt Monthly

Have you ever photographed someone who had maybe been a role model of some kind for you or maybe just admired greatly

Yes - very early on in my career I was sent to Iceland to photograph Bjork I had been listening to that first album of hers all summer and so was a bit of a fan It actually kind of got in the way initially me being a fan and I had to get past that as quickly as possible to find the person I wanted to photograph

What was the most surreal moment you ever experienced during a photography shoot

I was shooting a campaign for the Royal Opera House of a Chinese opera singer called Liping Zhang in a beautiful area near the Mongolian border We were assured the weather would be OK since it was late spring but a freak snowstorm came through so we were all freezing and inappropriately dressed and we had to bundle her up in Chinese army coats to keep her warm and at the last moment there was so much snow we couldnrsquot even drive her to the spot where I wanted to photograph her so in order to get her there we had to rent a camel to put her on

PicsArt Monthly | 95

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PicsArt Monthly | 97

98| PicsArt Monthly

What advice would you give to amatuer photographers

Many of the students and amateurs who come to see me show me a little bit of everything That is unlikely to get you commissioned when you are starting out So I think itrsquos better to concentrate on one thing and do it very well at the beginning and then when that goes well you can branch out

PicsArt Monthly | 99

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PicsArt Monthly | 101

102| PicsArt Monthly

Bewitched by BlightA building in ruins hangs together by what seems like threads One of the upper floors sags precariously just inches above the head of a young woman who strolls absent-mindedly with a teddy-bear in hand It seems possible that at any moment the whole structure could come crashing down Lady Luck we presume

Danny Aguirre (danny-aguirre-142) is the PicsArtist responsible for this Photo of the Month entitled Lady Luck Aguirre edited this image to perfection transplanting a young lively and vibrant woman into a world of decay In this manner the photo speaks to us through contrast

Darkly lit ruins once full of life now sit forgotten surrounded by sick yellow skies The deteriorating building bears down on an unwary and carefree youth (Lady Luck) ambling at the mercy of its behemonth broken structure In this peculiar and eerie scene Aguirre captivates his audience while conveying the promise of the unexpected

In an ever-changing world Aguirre has captured the aesthetic beauty of a building that has passed its prime However in its old age the building has become something else entirely a peculiar and curious space open to imaginative interpretation This is perhaps the luck that the young lady pictured in the image and Aguirres audience have stumbled upon an unexpected opportunity to reflect on the present in light of the past Through his creative vision Aguirre allows us to study ourselves and the physical structures we leave behind for future generations

d

anny

-agu

irre

-14

2

PicsArt Monthly | 103

104| PicsArt Monthly

A Photographerrsquos Guide to the US

The most unique shots in America and where to get them

Kelso San Dunes Mojave Desert

If yoursquore looking for a unique photography opportunity head for the Kelso Sand Dunes - mountainous piles of sand that seem to spring up from nowhere in the middle of the Mojave Desert The tallest dunes can rise up to 650 feet above the surrounding terrain In this setting a well-timed hike might allow you photograph the sunset from a phenomenal vantage point A couple words of caution be sure to take a flashlight in order to get back to your car and never go alone

If you donrsquot make it to the sand dunes dont despair The spectacular darkness of the Mojave desert translates into spectacular nighttime photography With almost no ambient light (apart from the stars and the vague glow over the horizon coming from Las Vegas) the Mojave is the perfect place to experiment with time lapse night shots and double exposures This is a surefire way to snap some fantastic shots

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FEATURE Destination

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108| PicsArt Monthly

The Redwood Forests California

If you drive down the west coast of California on Route 1 yoursquoll suddenly find yourself in a magical landscape of trees so tall that you feel like a tiny critter The redwood forests in California are truly a sight to behold and the deep ochre of the tree barks is spectacular to see

Driving through this area is fantastic but make sure that you park up and go exploring with your camera This is one of the best places for nature photography The way the light streams through the canopy in the late afternoon is nothing short of breathtaking a must see for every photographer

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PicsArt Monthly | 113

Tucson Arizona

Tucson may not seem like a photographerrsquos haven and if you visit in July when the temperatures soar to over 100 degrees Fahrenheit it certainly wonrsquot feel like it either However the landscape of this often-forgotten city makes for some truly breathtaking sunsets and sunrises where flat land gives way to gorgeous mountains ensconced by sunlight

If you visit Tucson youll also find that it is an unlikely hotbed of culture and art With a history that goes back much further than many of its neighbors in the south west Tucson boasts remarkable architecture historic neighborhoods and museums not to mention the Mission San Xavier del Bac an 18th-century mission that is still functioning Whats more the city has a distinctly Western flavor in light of pervasive Native American and Mexican influences After the sun goes down yoursquoll also find art events and bars alive with music and bonding in a comfy college-town atmosphere which means that you can capture some great shots of people simply being themselves

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PicsArt Monthly | 115

DIY Wall Decorations for Kids Room

Artists start young so here we want to show how you can nurture art into a child by decorating his room so he starts seeing and valuing creativity from his early days

This DIY tutorial is so easy to do that if you have elder children you can involve them in the process of making these awsome wall hangings Make a collage in minutes that will be an impressive surprise for everyone and give you a proud piece of original artwork to hang on the wall in your kids room

For this project yoursquoll need a color printer markers scissors glue 2 pieces of ordinary cardboard and 4 equal-sized colorfull cardboards or canvas

Step 1 PrintFind some awesome characters online by either browsing clipart in the PicsArt Shop or googling cartoon images Also print out some basic colors or patterns to cut into shapes If you dont like the color of your background cardboards or canvases you can either color them with paint or print out patterns to make your backgrounds more colorful

Step 2 CutCut out your characters carefully and glue them on cardboard Now cut out the cardboard in the shape of your characters Be sure to cut out shapes for the scenery of your collage like clouds and trees There is no need to glue them on an additional cardboard if you do not want to make them look 3D

Step 3 Create 3D ElementsIdentify some parts of the animals you want to highlight like tails eyes or ears Cut out two of those parts from cardboard and glue one over the other so that the one with patterns stays on top

Step 4 GlueGlue your shapes onto 4 pieces of cardboard Start with the scenery (trees and clouds) then glue on your characters then glue on their cool colored double-layered body parts to make them stand out As a result you will have 3D-like animals or any other items you want

Step 6 Draw Parts and Write MessagesYou can draw some fine elements into your collage using ordinary colorful markers You can also write a message on your collage with a marker Your creations are now ready to make your child smile

118| PicsArt Monthly

Danielrsquos Twisted Animal Crime LineupGreat artists know how to turn heads with their art and that is certainly the case with PicsArtist of the Month Daniel (n3cr0n0m1c0n) However when he turns heads he turns them into something else Daniel has recently unveiled a series of photos that replace the head of a human body with various animal heads - the only exception being an awesome Star Wars stormtrooper helmet

In each photo of the series Daniels body dons a different head Nevertheless he is shown wearing the same clothes - a leather jacket with a zipper that runs diagonally across his torso into the side of his collar The thing about Danielrsquos photos is that the details of their construction work really well together to create a dark artistic vision with grungy undertones

Despite this odd synergy each photo is posed with a nonchalance that seems to undermine the strangeness of it all every shot displaying the emotional expression of a criminal lineup or mugshot The body takes on a neutral stance and the animal heads stare with vacant expressions as if silently counting the seconds for the camera shutter to click so they can walk off and do something else The overall emotional effect is weird uneasy slightly comic and extremely captivating

PicsArt Monthly | 119

FEATURE Artist

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PicsArt Monthly | 121

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PicsArt Monthly | 123

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PicsArt Monthly | 85

86| PicsArt Monthly

How did you become a photographer

I just always was I took pictures a lot as a child and then when I was at school I was given the keys to the school dark room which I remember finding a magical place It just carried on from there

You actually studied Politics Philosophy and Economics at Oxford and as of today you have photographed some of the most powerful individuals on earth from presidents to royals Is there a correlation there

I am a strong believer in researching the people I photograph so I think it helps that my education has given me an understanding of what some of them do

PicsArt Monthly | 87

What was it like to take the official christening photographs of Prince George

It was an honour to be asked Everyone kept telling me beforehand how nervous I would be and that I must be so stressed But I actually felt very relaxed throughout They gave me all the time I needed to prepare and were very friendly and relaxed I enjoyed it

88| PicsArt Monthly

PicsArt Monthly | 89

90| PicsArt Monthly

Many of your photos are part of the permanent collection of the National Portrait Gallery the United Kingdomrsquos official gallery for portraits of historical British people Your work is national history How does this feel

I try not to think of it in those terms but more about what I want to say about the person Irsquom photographing or what I can encourage them to reveal

Are there any portraits of yours in the National Portrait Gallery that stand out as favourites

My favourites tend to be favourites because they are people I have felt a particular connection with or even become friends with I try to do that with everyone I photograph but obviously it happens with some people more than others

PicsArt Monthly | 91

Yoursquove captured a lot of artists and entertainers as well What is it like photographing celebrities

I am lucky in that I photographed some famous people very early on in my career so I got used to it very quickly and it is not something that I find difficult to deal with at all now They are just people like everybody else and usually enjoy being treated as such

You did the movie posters for modern British classic like Billy Elliot and Love Actually How is shooting a movie poster different from capturing a portrait

It tends to be much more art directed so I have less freedom to just do what I want and have to follow a brief more carefully In those instances I try to follow that brief and then give them something in addition that they maybe didnrsquot know they wanted

92| PicsArt Monthly

PicsArt Monthly | 93

94| PicsArt Monthly

Have you ever photographed someone who had maybe been a role model of some kind for you or maybe just admired greatly

Yes - very early on in my career I was sent to Iceland to photograph Bjork I had been listening to that first album of hers all summer and so was a bit of a fan It actually kind of got in the way initially me being a fan and I had to get past that as quickly as possible to find the person I wanted to photograph

What was the most surreal moment you ever experienced during a photography shoot

I was shooting a campaign for the Royal Opera House of a Chinese opera singer called Liping Zhang in a beautiful area near the Mongolian border We were assured the weather would be OK since it was late spring but a freak snowstorm came through so we were all freezing and inappropriately dressed and we had to bundle her up in Chinese army coats to keep her warm and at the last moment there was so much snow we couldnrsquot even drive her to the spot where I wanted to photograph her so in order to get her there we had to rent a camel to put her on

PicsArt Monthly | 95

96| PicsArt Monthly

PicsArt Monthly | 97

98| PicsArt Monthly

What advice would you give to amatuer photographers

Many of the students and amateurs who come to see me show me a little bit of everything That is unlikely to get you commissioned when you are starting out So I think itrsquos better to concentrate on one thing and do it very well at the beginning and then when that goes well you can branch out

PicsArt Monthly | 99

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PicsArt Monthly | 101

102| PicsArt Monthly

Bewitched by BlightA building in ruins hangs together by what seems like threads One of the upper floors sags precariously just inches above the head of a young woman who strolls absent-mindedly with a teddy-bear in hand It seems possible that at any moment the whole structure could come crashing down Lady Luck we presume

Danny Aguirre (danny-aguirre-142) is the PicsArtist responsible for this Photo of the Month entitled Lady Luck Aguirre edited this image to perfection transplanting a young lively and vibrant woman into a world of decay In this manner the photo speaks to us through contrast

Darkly lit ruins once full of life now sit forgotten surrounded by sick yellow skies The deteriorating building bears down on an unwary and carefree youth (Lady Luck) ambling at the mercy of its behemonth broken structure In this peculiar and eerie scene Aguirre captivates his audience while conveying the promise of the unexpected

In an ever-changing world Aguirre has captured the aesthetic beauty of a building that has passed its prime However in its old age the building has become something else entirely a peculiar and curious space open to imaginative interpretation This is perhaps the luck that the young lady pictured in the image and Aguirres audience have stumbled upon an unexpected opportunity to reflect on the present in light of the past Through his creative vision Aguirre allows us to study ourselves and the physical structures we leave behind for future generations

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PicsArt Monthly | 103

104| PicsArt Monthly

A Photographerrsquos Guide to the US

The most unique shots in America and where to get them

Kelso San Dunes Mojave Desert

If yoursquore looking for a unique photography opportunity head for the Kelso Sand Dunes - mountainous piles of sand that seem to spring up from nowhere in the middle of the Mojave Desert The tallest dunes can rise up to 650 feet above the surrounding terrain In this setting a well-timed hike might allow you photograph the sunset from a phenomenal vantage point A couple words of caution be sure to take a flashlight in order to get back to your car and never go alone

If you donrsquot make it to the sand dunes dont despair The spectacular darkness of the Mojave desert translates into spectacular nighttime photography With almost no ambient light (apart from the stars and the vague glow over the horizon coming from Las Vegas) the Mojave is the perfect place to experiment with time lapse night shots and double exposures This is a surefire way to snap some fantastic shots

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FEATURE Destination

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The Redwood Forests California

If you drive down the west coast of California on Route 1 yoursquoll suddenly find yourself in a magical landscape of trees so tall that you feel like a tiny critter The redwood forests in California are truly a sight to behold and the deep ochre of the tree barks is spectacular to see

Driving through this area is fantastic but make sure that you park up and go exploring with your camera This is one of the best places for nature photography The way the light streams through the canopy in the late afternoon is nothing short of breathtaking a must see for every photographer

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Tucson Arizona

Tucson may not seem like a photographerrsquos haven and if you visit in July when the temperatures soar to over 100 degrees Fahrenheit it certainly wonrsquot feel like it either However the landscape of this often-forgotten city makes for some truly breathtaking sunsets and sunrises where flat land gives way to gorgeous mountains ensconced by sunlight

If you visit Tucson youll also find that it is an unlikely hotbed of culture and art With a history that goes back much further than many of its neighbors in the south west Tucson boasts remarkable architecture historic neighborhoods and museums not to mention the Mission San Xavier del Bac an 18th-century mission that is still functioning Whats more the city has a distinctly Western flavor in light of pervasive Native American and Mexican influences After the sun goes down yoursquoll also find art events and bars alive with music and bonding in a comfy college-town atmosphere which means that you can capture some great shots of people simply being themselves

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PicsArt Monthly | 115

DIY Wall Decorations for Kids Room

Artists start young so here we want to show how you can nurture art into a child by decorating his room so he starts seeing and valuing creativity from his early days

This DIY tutorial is so easy to do that if you have elder children you can involve them in the process of making these awsome wall hangings Make a collage in minutes that will be an impressive surprise for everyone and give you a proud piece of original artwork to hang on the wall in your kids room

For this project yoursquoll need a color printer markers scissors glue 2 pieces of ordinary cardboard and 4 equal-sized colorfull cardboards or canvas

Step 1 PrintFind some awesome characters online by either browsing clipart in the PicsArt Shop or googling cartoon images Also print out some basic colors or patterns to cut into shapes If you dont like the color of your background cardboards or canvases you can either color them with paint or print out patterns to make your backgrounds more colorful

Step 2 CutCut out your characters carefully and glue them on cardboard Now cut out the cardboard in the shape of your characters Be sure to cut out shapes for the scenery of your collage like clouds and trees There is no need to glue them on an additional cardboard if you do not want to make them look 3D

Step 3 Create 3D ElementsIdentify some parts of the animals you want to highlight like tails eyes or ears Cut out two of those parts from cardboard and glue one over the other so that the one with patterns stays on top

Step 4 GlueGlue your shapes onto 4 pieces of cardboard Start with the scenery (trees and clouds) then glue on your characters then glue on their cool colored double-layered body parts to make them stand out As a result you will have 3D-like animals or any other items you want

Step 6 Draw Parts and Write MessagesYou can draw some fine elements into your collage using ordinary colorful markers You can also write a message on your collage with a marker Your creations are now ready to make your child smile

118| PicsArt Monthly

Danielrsquos Twisted Animal Crime LineupGreat artists know how to turn heads with their art and that is certainly the case with PicsArtist of the Month Daniel (n3cr0n0m1c0n) However when he turns heads he turns them into something else Daniel has recently unveiled a series of photos that replace the head of a human body with various animal heads - the only exception being an awesome Star Wars stormtrooper helmet

In each photo of the series Daniels body dons a different head Nevertheless he is shown wearing the same clothes - a leather jacket with a zipper that runs diagonally across his torso into the side of his collar The thing about Danielrsquos photos is that the details of their construction work really well together to create a dark artistic vision with grungy undertones

Despite this odd synergy each photo is posed with a nonchalance that seems to undermine the strangeness of it all every shot displaying the emotional expression of a criminal lineup or mugshot The body takes on a neutral stance and the animal heads stare with vacant expressions as if silently counting the seconds for the camera shutter to click so they can walk off and do something else The overall emotional effect is weird uneasy slightly comic and extremely captivating

PicsArt Monthly | 119

FEATURE Artist

120| PicsArt Monthly

PicsArt Monthly | 121

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PicsArt Monthly | 123

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PicsArt Monthly | 85

86| PicsArt Monthly

How did you become a photographer

I just always was I took pictures a lot as a child and then when I was at school I was given the keys to the school dark room which I remember finding a magical place It just carried on from there

You actually studied Politics Philosophy and Economics at Oxford and as of today you have photographed some of the most powerful individuals on earth from presidents to royals Is there a correlation there

I am a strong believer in researching the people I photograph so I think it helps that my education has given me an understanding of what some of them do

PicsArt Monthly | 87

What was it like to take the official christening photographs of Prince George

It was an honour to be asked Everyone kept telling me beforehand how nervous I would be and that I must be so stressed But I actually felt very relaxed throughout They gave me all the time I needed to prepare and were very friendly and relaxed I enjoyed it

88| PicsArt Monthly

PicsArt Monthly | 89

90| PicsArt Monthly

Many of your photos are part of the permanent collection of the National Portrait Gallery the United Kingdomrsquos official gallery for portraits of historical British people Your work is national history How does this feel

I try not to think of it in those terms but more about what I want to say about the person Irsquom photographing or what I can encourage them to reveal

Are there any portraits of yours in the National Portrait Gallery that stand out as favourites

My favourites tend to be favourites because they are people I have felt a particular connection with or even become friends with I try to do that with everyone I photograph but obviously it happens with some people more than others

PicsArt Monthly | 91

Yoursquove captured a lot of artists and entertainers as well What is it like photographing celebrities

I am lucky in that I photographed some famous people very early on in my career so I got used to it very quickly and it is not something that I find difficult to deal with at all now They are just people like everybody else and usually enjoy being treated as such

You did the movie posters for modern British classic like Billy Elliot and Love Actually How is shooting a movie poster different from capturing a portrait

It tends to be much more art directed so I have less freedom to just do what I want and have to follow a brief more carefully In those instances I try to follow that brief and then give them something in addition that they maybe didnrsquot know they wanted

92| PicsArt Monthly

PicsArt Monthly | 93

94| PicsArt Monthly

Have you ever photographed someone who had maybe been a role model of some kind for you or maybe just admired greatly

Yes - very early on in my career I was sent to Iceland to photograph Bjork I had been listening to that first album of hers all summer and so was a bit of a fan It actually kind of got in the way initially me being a fan and I had to get past that as quickly as possible to find the person I wanted to photograph

What was the most surreal moment you ever experienced during a photography shoot

I was shooting a campaign for the Royal Opera House of a Chinese opera singer called Liping Zhang in a beautiful area near the Mongolian border We were assured the weather would be OK since it was late spring but a freak snowstorm came through so we were all freezing and inappropriately dressed and we had to bundle her up in Chinese army coats to keep her warm and at the last moment there was so much snow we couldnrsquot even drive her to the spot where I wanted to photograph her so in order to get her there we had to rent a camel to put her on

PicsArt Monthly | 95

96| PicsArt Monthly

PicsArt Monthly | 97

98| PicsArt Monthly

What advice would you give to amatuer photographers

Many of the students and amateurs who come to see me show me a little bit of everything That is unlikely to get you commissioned when you are starting out So I think itrsquos better to concentrate on one thing and do it very well at the beginning and then when that goes well you can branch out

PicsArt Monthly | 99

100| PicsArt Monthly

PicsArt Monthly | 101

102| PicsArt Monthly

Bewitched by BlightA building in ruins hangs together by what seems like threads One of the upper floors sags precariously just inches above the head of a young woman who strolls absent-mindedly with a teddy-bear in hand It seems possible that at any moment the whole structure could come crashing down Lady Luck we presume

Danny Aguirre (danny-aguirre-142) is the PicsArtist responsible for this Photo of the Month entitled Lady Luck Aguirre edited this image to perfection transplanting a young lively and vibrant woman into a world of decay In this manner the photo speaks to us through contrast

Darkly lit ruins once full of life now sit forgotten surrounded by sick yellow skies The deteriorating building bears down on an unwary and carefree youth (Lady Luck) ambling at the mercy of its behemonth broken structure In this peculiar and eerie scene Aguirre captivates his audience while conveying the promise of the unexpected

In an ever-changing world Aguirre has captured the aesthetic beauty of a building that has passed its prime However in its old age the building has become something else entirely a peculiar and curious space open to imaginative interpretation This is perhaps the luck that the young lady pictured in the image and Aguirres audience have stumbled upon an unexpected opportunity to reflect on the present in light of the past Through his creative vision Aguirre allows us to study ourselves and the physical structures we leave behind for future generations

d

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irre

-14

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PicsArt Monthly | 103

104| PicsArt Monthly

A Photographerrsquos Guide to the US

The most unique shots in America and where to get them

Kelso San Dunes Mojave Desert

If yoursquore looking for a unique photography opportunity head for the Kelso Sand Dunes - mountainous piles of sand that seem to spring up from nowhere in the middle of the Mojave Desert The tallest dunes can rise up to 650 feet above the surrounding terrain In this setting a well-timed hike might allow you photograph the sunset from a phenomenal vantage point A couple words of caution be sure to take a flashlight in order to get back to your car and never go alone

If you donrsquot make it to the sand dunes dont despair The spectacular darkness of the Mojave desert translates into spectacular nighttime photography With almost no ambient light (apart from the stars and the vague glow over the horizon coming from Las Vegas) the Mojave is the perfect place to experiment with time lapse night shots and double exposures This is a surefire way to snap some fantastic shots

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FEATURE Destination

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108| PicsArt Monthly

The Redwood Forests California

If you drive down the west coast of California on Route 1 yoursquoll suddenly find yourself in a magical landscape of trees so tall that you feel like a tiny critter The redwood forests in California are truly a sight to behold and the deep ochre of the tree barks is spectacular to see

Driving through this area is fantastic but make sure that you park up and go exploring with your camera This is one of the best places for nature photography The way the light streams through the canopy in the late afternoon is nothing short of breathtaking a must see for every photographer

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Tucson Arizona

Tucson may not seem like a photographerrsquos haven and if you visit in July when the temperatures soar to over 100 degrees Fahrenheit it certainly wonrsquot feel like it either However the landscape of this often-forgotten city makes for some truly breathtaking sunsets and sunrises where flat land gives way to gorgeous mountains ensconced by sunlight

If you visit Tucson youll also find that it is an unlikely hotbed of culture and art With a history that goes back much further than many of its neighbors in the south west Tucson boasts remarkable architecture historic neighborhoods and museums not to mention the Mission San Xavier del Bac an 18th-century mission that is still functioning Whats more the city has a distinctly Western flavor in light of pervasive Native American and Mexican influences After the sun goes down yoursquoll also find art events and bars alive with music and bonding in a comfy college-town atmosphere which means that you can capture some great shots of people simply being themselves

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PicsArt Monthly | 115

DIY Wall Decorations for Kids Room

Artists start young so here we want to show how you can nurture art into a child by decorating his room so he starts seeing and valuing creativity from his early days

This DIY tutorial is so easy to do that if you have elder children you can involve them in the process of making these awsome wall hangings Make a collage in minutes that will be an impressive surprise for everyone and give you a proud piece of original artwork to hang on the wall in your kids room

For this project yoursquoll need a color printer markers scissors glue 2 pieces of ordinary cardboard and 4 equal-sized colorfull cardboards or canvas

Step 1 PrintFind some awesome characters online by either browsing clipart in the PicsArt Shop or googling cartoon images Also print out some basic colors or patterns to cut into shapes If you dont like the color of your background cardboards or canvases you can either color them with paint or print out patterns to make your backgrounds more colorful

Step 2 CutCut out your characters carefully and glue them on cardboard Now cut out the cardboard in the shape of your characters Be sure to cut out shapes for the scenery of your collage like clouds and trees There is no need to glue them on an additional cardboard if you do not want to make them look 3D

Step 3 Create 3D ElementsIdentify some parts of the animals you want to highlight like tails eyes or ears Cut out two of those parts from cardboard and glue one over the other so that the one with patterns stays on top

Step 4 GlueGlue your shapes onto 4 pieces of cardboard Start with the scenery (trees and clouds) then glue on your characters then glue on their cool colored double-layered body parts to make them stand out As a result you will have 3D-like animals or any other items you want

Step 6 Draw Parts and Write MessagesYou can draw some fine elements into your collage using ordinary colorful markers You can also write a message on your collage with a marker Your creations are now ready to make your child smile

118| PicsArt Monthly

Danielrsquos Twisted Animal Crime LineupGreat artists know how to turn heads with their art and that is certainly the case with PicsArtist of the Month Daniel (n3cr0n0m1c0n) However when he turns heads he turns them into something else Daniel has recently unveiled a series of photos that replace the head of a human body with various animal heads - the only exception being an awesome Star Wars stormtrooper helmet

In each photo of the series Daniels body dons a different head Nevertheless he is shown wearing the same clothes - a leather jacket with a zipper that runs diagonally across his torso into the side of his collar The thing about Danielrsquos photos is that the details of their construction work really well together to create a dark artistic vision with grungy undertones

Despite this odd synergy each photo is posed with a nonchalance that seems to undermine the strangeness of it all every shot displaying the emotional expression of a criminal lineup or mugshot The body takes on a neutral stance and the animal heads stare with vacant expressions as if silently counting the seconds for the camera shutter to click so they can walk off and do something else The overall emotional effect is weird uneasy slightly comic and extremely captivating

PicsArt Monthly | 119

FEATURE Artist

120| PicsArt Monthly

PicsArt Monthly | 121

122| PicsArt Monthly

PicsArt Monthly | 123

124| PicsArt Monthly

86| PicsArt Monthly

How did you become a photographer

I just always was I took pictures a lot as a child and then when I was at school I was given the keys to the school dark room which I remember finding a magical place It just carried on from there

You actually studied Politics Philosophy and Economics at Oxford and as of today you have photographed some of the most powerful individuals on earth from presidents to royals Is there a correlation there

I am a strong believer in researching the people I photograph so I think it helps that my education has given me an understanding of what some of them do

PicsArt Monthly | 87

What was it like to take the official christening photographs of Prince George

It was an honour to be asked Everyone kept telling me beforehand how nervous I would be and that I must be so stressed But I actually felt very relaxed throughout They gave me all the time I needed to prepare and were very friendly and relaxed I enjoyed it

88| PicsArt Monthly

PicsArt Monthly | 89

90| PicsArt Monthly

Many of your photos are part of the permanent collection of the National Portrait Gallery the United Kingdomrsquos official gallery for portraits of historical British people Your work is national history How does this feel

I try not to think of it in those terms but more about what I want to say about the person Irsquom photographing or what I can encourage them to reveal

Are there any portraits of yours in the National Portrait Gallery that stand out as favourites

My favourites tend to be favourites because they are people I have felt a particular connection with or even become friends with I try to do that with everyone I photograph but obviously it happens with some people more than others

PicsArt Monthly | 91

Yoursquove captured a lot of artists and entertainers as well What is it like photographing celebrities

I am lucky in that I photographed some famous people very early on in my career so I got used to it very quickly and it is not something that I find difficult to deal with at all now They are just people like everybody else and usually enjoy being treated as such

You did the movie posters for modern British classic like Billy Elliot and Love Actually How is shooting a movie poster different from capturing a portrait

It tends to be much more art directed so I have less freedom to just do what I want and have to follow a brief more carefully In those instances I try to follow that brief and then give them something in addition that they maybe didnrsquot know they wanted

92| PicsArt Monthly

PicsArt Monthly | 93

94| PicsArt Monthly

Have you ever photographed someone who had maybe been a role model of some kind for you or maybe just admired greatly

Yes - very early on in my career I was sent to Iceland to photograph Bjork I had been listening to that first album of hers all summer and so was a bit of a fan It actually kind of got in the way initially me being a fan and I had to get past that as quickly as possible to find the person I wanted to photograph

What was the most surreal moment you ever experienced during a photography shoot

I was shooting a campaign for the Royal Opera House of a Chinese opera singer called Liping Zhang in a beautiful area near the Mongolian border We were assured the weather would be OK since it was late spring but a freak snowstorm came through so we were all freezing and inappropriately dressed and we had to bundle her up in Chinese army coats to keep her warm and at the last moment there was so much snow we couldnrsquot even drive her to the spot where I wanted to photograph her so in order to get her there we had to rent a camel to put her on

PicsArt Monthly | 95

96| PicsArt Monthly

PicsArt Monthly | 97

98| PicsArt Monthly

What advice would you give to amatuer photographers

Many of the students and amateurs who come to see me show me a little bit of everything That is unlikely to get you commissioned when you are starting out So I think itrsquos better to concentrate on one thing and do it very well at the beginning and then when that goes well you can branch out

PicsArt Monthly | 99

100| PicsArt Monthly

PicsArt Monthly | 101

102| PicsArt Monthly

Bewitched by BlightA building in ruins hangs together by what seems like threads One of the upper floors sags precariously just inches above the head of a young woman who strolls absent-mindedly with a teddy-bear in hand It seems possible that at any moment the whole structure could come crashing down Lady Luck we presume

Danny Aguirre (danny-aguirre-142) is the PicsArtist responsible for this Photo of the Month entitled Lady Luck Aguirre edited this image to perfection transplanting a young lively and vibrant woman into a world of decay In this manner the photo speaks to us through contrast

Darkly lit ruins once full of life now sit forgotten surrounded by sick yellow skies The deteriorating building bears down on an unwary and carefree youth (Lady Luck) ambling at the mercy of its behemonth broken structure In this peculiar and eerie scene Aguirre captivates his audience while conveying the promise of the unexpected

In an ever-changing world Aguirre has captured the aesthetic beauty of a building that has passed its prime However in its old age the building has become something else entirely a peculiar and curious space open to imaginative interpretation This is perhaps the luck that the young lady pictured in the image and Aguirres audience have stumbled upon an unexpected opportunity to reflect on the present in light of the past Through his creative vision Aguirre allows us to study ourselves and the physical structures we leave behind for future generations

d

anny

-agu

irre

-14

2

PicsArt Monthly | 103

104| PicsArt Monthly

A Photographerrsquos Guide to the US

The most unique shots in America and where to get them

Kelso San Dunes Mojave Desert

If yoursquore looking for a unique photography opportunity head for the Kelso Sand Dunes - mountainous piles of sand that seem to spring up from nowhere in the middle of the Mojave Desert The tallest dunes can rise up to 650 feet above the surrounding terrain In this setting a well-timed hike might allow you photograph the sunset from a phenomenal vantage point A couple words of caution be sure to take a flashlight in order to get back to your car and never go alone

If you donrsquot make it to the sand dunes dont despair The spectacular darkness of the Mojave desert translates into spectacular nighttime photography With almost no ambient light (apart from the stars and the vague glow over the horizon coming from Las Vegas) the Mojave is the perfect place to experiment with time lapse night shots and double exposures This is a surefire way to snap some fantastic shots

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PicsArt Monthly | 105 h

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FEATURE Destination

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PicsArt Monthly | 107

108| PicsArt Monthly

The Redwood Forests California

If you drive down the west coast of California on Route 1 yoursquoll suddenly find yourself in a magical landscape of trees so tall that you feel like a tiny critter The redwood forests in California are truly a sight to behold and the deep ochre of the tree barks is spectacular to see

Driving through this area is fantastic but make sure that you park up and go exploring with your camera This is one of the best places for nature photography The way the light streams through the canopy in the late afternoon is nothing short of breathtaking a must see for every photographer

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PicsArt Monthly | 109

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PicsArt Monthly | 111 h

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PicsArt Monthly | 113

Tucson Arizona

Tucson may not seem like a photographerrsquos haven and if you visit in July when the temperatures soar to over 100 degrees Fahrenheit it certainly wonrsquot feel like it either However the landscape of this often-forgotten city makes for some truly breathtaking sunsets and sunrises where flat land gives way to gorgeous mountains ensconced by sunlight

If you visit Tucson youll also find that it is an unlikely hotbed of culture and art With a history that goes back much further than many of its neighbors in the south west Tucson boasts remarkable architecture historic neighborhoods and museums not to mention the Mission San Xavier del Bac an 18th-century mission that is still functioning Whats more the city has a distinctly Western flavor in light of pervasive Native American and Mexican influences After the sun goes down yoursquoll also find art events and bars alive with music and bonding in a comfy college-town atmosphere which means that you can capture some great shots of people simply being themselves

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PicsArt Monthly | 115

DIY Wall Decorations for Kids Room

Artists start young so here we want to show how you can nurture art into a child by decorating his room so he starts seeing and valuing creativity from his early days

This DIY tutorial is so easy to do that if you have elder children you can involve them in the process of making these awsome wall hangings Make a collage in minutes that will be an impressive surprise for everyone and give you a proud piece of original artwork to hang on the wall in your kids room

For this project yoursquoll need a color printer markers scissors glue 2 pieces of ordinary cardboard and 4 equal-sized colorfull cardboards or canvas

Step 1 PrintFind some awesome characters online by either browsing clipart in the PicsArt Shop or googling cartoon images Also print out some basic colors or patterns to cut into shapes If you dont like the color of your background cardboards or canvases you can either color them with paint or print out patterns to make your backgrounds more colorful

Step 2 CutCut out your characters carefully and glue them on cardboard Now cut out the cardboard in the shape of your characters Be sure to cut out shapes for the scenery of your collage like clouds and trees There is no need to glue them on an additional cardboard if you do not want to make them look 3D

Step 3 Create 3D ElementsIdentify some parts of the animals you want to highlight like tails eyes or ears Cut out two of those parts from cardboard and glue one over the other so that the one with patterns stays on top

Step 4 GlueGlue your shapes onto 4 pieces of cardboard Start with the scenery (trees and clouds) then glue on your characters then glue on their cool colored double-layered body parts to make them stand out As a result you will have 3D-like animals or any other items you want

Step 6 Draw Parts and Write MessagesYou can draw some fine elements into your collage using ordinary colorful markers You can also write a message on your collage with a marker Your creations are now ready to make your child smile

118| PicsArt Monthly

Danielrsquos Twisted Animal Crime LineupGreat artists know how to turn heads with their art and that is certainly the case with PicsArtist of the Month Daniel (n3cr0n0m1c0n) However when he turns heads he turns them into something else Daniel has recently unveiled a series of photos that replace the head of a human body with various animal heads - the only exception being an awesome Star Wars stormtrooper helmet

In each photo of the series Daniels body dons a different head Nevertheless he is shown wearing the same clothes - a leather jacket with a zipper that runs diagonally across his torso into the side of his collar The thing about Danielrsquos photos is that the details of their construction work really well together to create a dark artistic vision with grungy undertones

Despite this odd synergy each photo is posed with a nonchalance that seems to undermine the strangeness of it all every shot displaying the emotional expression of a criminal lineup or mugshot The body takes on a neutral stance and the animal heads stare with vacant expressions as if silently counting the seconds for the camera shutter to click so they can walk off and do something else The overall emotional effect is weird uneasy slightly comic and extremely captivating

PicsArt Monthly | 119

FEATURE Artist

120| PicsArt Monthly

PicsArt Monthly | 121

122| PicsArt Monthly

PicsArt Monthly | 123

124| PicsArt Monthly

PicsArt Monthly | 87

What was it like to take the official christening photographs of Prince George

It was an honour to be asked Everyone kept telling me beforehand how nervous I would be and that I must be so stressed But I actually felt very relaxed throughout They gave me all the time I needed to prepare and were very friendly and relaxed I enjoyed it

88| PicsArt Monthly

PicsArt Monthly | 89

90| PicsArt Monthly

Many of your photos are part of the permanent collection of the National Portrait Gallery the United Kingdomrsquos official gallery for portraits of historical British people Your work is national history How does this feel

I try not to think of it in those terms but more about what I want to say about the person Irsquom photographing or what I can encourage them to reveal

Are there any portraits of yours in the National Portrait Gallery that stand out as favourites

My favourites tend to be favourites because they are people I have felt a particular connection with or even become friends with I try to do that with everyone I photograph but obviously it happens with some people more than others

PicsArt Monthly | 91

Yoursquove captured a lot of artists and entertainers as well What is it like photographing celebrities

I am lucky in that I photographed some famous people very early on in my career so I got used to it very quickly and it is not something that I find difficult to deal with at all now They are just people like everybody else and usually enjoy being treated as such

You did the movie posters for modern British classic like Billy Elliot and Love Actually How is shooting a movie poster different from capturing a portrait

It tends to be much more art directed so I have less freedom to just do what I want and have to follow a brief more carefully In those instances I try to follow that brief and then give them something in addition that they maybe didnrsquot know they wanted

92| PicsArt Monthly

PicsArt Monthly | 93

94| PicsArt Monthly

Have you ever photographed someone who had maybe been a role model of some kind for you or maybe just admired greatly

Yes - very early on in my career I was sent to Iceland to photograph Bjork I had been listening to that first album of hers all summer and so was a bit of a fan It actually kind of got in the way initially me being a fan and I had to get past that as quickly as possible to find the person I wanted to photograph

What was the most surreal moment you ever experienced during a photography shoot

I was shooting a campaign for the Royal Opera House of a Chinese opera singer called Liping Zhang in a beautiful area near the Mongolian border We were assured the weather would be OK since it was late spring but a freak snowstorm came through so we were all freezing and inappropriately dressed and we had to bundle her up in Chinese army coats to keep her warm and at the last moment there was so much snow we couldnrsquot even drive her to the spot where I wanted to photograph her so in order to get her there we had to rent a camel to put her on

PicsArt Monthly | 95

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PicsArt Monthly | 97

98| PicsArt Monthly

What advice would you give to amatuer photographers

Many of the students and amateurs who come to see me show me a little bit of everything That is unlikely to get you commissioned when you are starting out So I think itrsquos better to concentrate on one thing and do it very well at the beginning and then when that goes well you can branch out

PicsArt Monthly | 99

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PicsArt Monthly | 101

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Bewitched by BlightA building in ruins hangs together by what seems like threads One of the upper floors sags precariously just inches above the head of a young woman who strolls absent-mindedly with a teddy-bear in hand It seems possible that at any moment the whole structure could come crashing down Lady Luck we presume

Danny Aguirre (danny-aguirre-142) is the PicsArtist responsible for this Photo of the Month entitled Lady Luck Aguirre edited this image to perfection transplanting a young lively and vibrant woman into a world of decay In this manner the photo speaks to us through contrast

Darkly lit ruins once full of life now sit forgotten surrounded by sick yellow skies The deteriorating building bears down on an unwary and carefree youth (Lady Luck) ambling at the mercy of its behemonth broken structure In this peculiar and eerie scene Aguirre captivates his audience while conveying the promise of the unexpected

In an ever-changing world Aguirre has captured the aesthetic beauty of a building that has passed its prime However in its old age the building has become something else entirely a peculiar and curious space open to imaginative interpretation This is perhaps the luck that the young lady pictured in the image and Aguirres audience have stumbled upon an unexpected opportunity to reflect on the present in light of the past Through his creative vision Aguirre allows us to study ourselves and the physical structures we leave behind for future generations

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PicsArt Monthly | 103

104| PicsArt Monthly

A Photographerrsquos Guide to the US

The most unique shots in America and where to get them

Kelso San Dunes Mojave Desert

If yoursquore looking for a unique photography opportunity head for the Kelso Sand Dunes - mountainous piles of sand that seem to spring up from nowhere in the middle of the Mojave Desert The tallest dunes can rise up to 650 feet above the surrounding terrain In this setting a well-timed hike might allow you photograph the sunset from a phenomenal vantage point A couple words of caution be sure to take a flashlight in order to get back to your car and never go alone

If you donrsquot make it to the sand dunes dont despair The spectacular darkness of the Mojave desert translates into spectacular nighttime photography With almost no ambient light (apart from the stars and the vague glow over the horizon coming from Las Vegas) the Mojave is the perfect place to experiment with time lapse night shots and double exposures This is a surefire way to snap some fantastic shots

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The Redwood Forests California

If you drive down the west coast of California on Route 1 yoursquoll suddenly find yourself in a magical landscape of trees so tall that you feel like a tiny critter The redwood forests in California are truly a sight to behold and the deep ochre of the tree barks is spectacular to see

Driving through this area is fantastic but make sure that you park up and go exploring with your camera This is one of the best places for nature photography The way the light streams through the canopy in the late afternoon is nothing short of breathtaking a must see for every photographer

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Tucson Arizona

Tucson may not seem like a photographerrsquos haven and if you visit in July when the temperatures soar to over 100 degrees Fahrenheit it certainly wonrsquot feel like it either However the landscape of this often-forgotten city makes for some truly breathtaking sunsets and sunrises where flat land gives way to gorgeous mountains ensconced by sunlight

If you visit Tucson youll also find that it is an unlikely hotbed of culture and art With a history that goes back much further than many of its neighbors in the south west Tucson boasts remarkable architecture historic neighborhoods and museums not to mention the Mission San Xavier del Bac an 18th-century mission that is still functioning Whats more the city has a distinctly Western flavor in light of pervasive Native American and Mexican influences After the sun goes down yoursquoll also find art events and bars alive with music and bonding in a comfy college-town atmosphere which means that you can capture some great shots of people simply being themselves

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DIY Wall Decorations for Kids Room

Artists start young so here we want to show how you can nurture art into a child by decorating his room so he starts seeing and valuing creativity from his early days

This DIY tutorial is so easy to do that if you have elder children you can involve them in the process of making these awsome wall hangings Make a collage in minutes that will be an impressive surprise for everyone and give you a proud piece of original artwork to hang on the wall in your kids room

For this project yoursquoll need a color printer markers scissors glue 2 pieces of ordinary cardboard and 4 equal-sized colorfull cardboards or canvas

Step 1 PrintFind some awesome characters online by either browsing clipart in the PicsArt Shop or googling cartoon images Also print out some basic colors or patterns to cut into shapes If you dont like the color of your background cardboards or canvases you can either color them with paint or print out patterns to make your backgrounds more colorful

Step 2 CutCut out your characters carefully and glue them on cardboard Now cut out the cardboard in the shape of your characters Be sure to cut out shapes for the scenery of your collage like clouds and trees There is no need to glue them on an additional cardboard if you do not want to make them look 3D

Step 3 Create 3D ElementsIdentify some parts of the animals you want to highlight like tails eyes or ears Cut out two of those parts from cardboard and glue one over the other so that the one with patterns stays on top

Step 4 GlueGlue your shapes onto 4 pieces of cardboard Start with the scenery (trees and clouds) then glue on your characters then glue on their cool colored double-layered body parts to make them stand out As a result you will have 3D-like animals or any other items you want

Step 6 Draw Parts and Write MessagesYou can draw some fine elements into your collage using ordinary colorful markers You can also write a message on your collage with a marker Your creations are now ready to make your child smile

118| PicsArt Monthly

Danielrsquos Twisted Animal Crime LineupGreat artists know how to turn heads with their art and that is certainly the case with PicsArtist of the Month Daniel (n3cr0n0m1c0n) However when he turns heads he turns them into something else Daniel has recently unveiled a series of photos that replace the head of a human body with various animal heads - the only exception being an awesome Star Wars stormtrooper helmet

In each photo of the series Daniels body dons a different head Nevertheless he is shown wearing the same clothes - a leather jacket with a zipper that runs diagonally across his torso into the side of his collar The thing about Danielrsquos photos is that the details of their construction work really well together to create a dark artistic vision with grungy undertones

Despite this odd synergy each photo is posed with a nonchalance that seems to undermine the strangeness of it all every shot displaying the emotional expression of a criminal lineup or mugshot The body takes on a neutral stance and the animal heads stare with vacant expressions as if silently counting the seconds for the camera shutter to click so they can walk off and do something else The overall emotional effect is weird uneasy slightly comic and extremely captivating

PicsArt Monthly | 119

FEATURE Artist

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PicsArt Monthly | 89

90| PicsArt Monthly

Many of your photos are part of the permanent collection of the National Portrait Gallery the United Kingdomrsquos official gallery for portraits of historical British people Your work is national history How does this feel

I try not to think of it in those terms but more about what I want to say about the person Irsquom photographing or what I can encourage them to reveal

Are there any portraits of yours in the National Portrait Gallery that stand out as favourites

My favourites tend to be favourites because they are people I have felt a particular connection with or even become friends with I try to do that with everyone I photograph but obviously it happens with some people more than others

PicsArt Monthly | 91

Yoursquove captured a lot of artists and entertainers as well What is it like photographing celebrities

I am lucky in that I photographed some famous people very early on in my career so I got used to it very quickly and it is not something that I find difficult to deal with at all now They are just people like everybody else and usually enjoy being treated as such

You did the movie posters for modern British classic like Billy Elliot and Love Actually How is shooting a movie poster different from capturing a portrait

It tends to be much more art directed so I have less freedom to just do what I want and have to follow a brief more carefully In those instances I try to follow that brief and then give them something in addition that they maybe didnrsquot know they wanted

92| PicsArt Monthly

PicsArt Monthly | 93

94| PicsArt Monthly

Have you ever photographed someone who had maybe been a role model of some kind for you or maybe just admired greatly

Yes - very early on in my career I was sent to Iceland to photograph Bjork I had been listening to that first album of hers all summer and so was a bit of a fan It actually kind of got in the way initially me being a fan and I had to get past that as quickly as possible to find the person I wanted to photograph

What was the most surreal moment you ever experienced during a photography shoot

I was shooting a campaign for the Royal Opera House of a Chinese opera singer called Liping Zhang in a beautiful area near the Mongolian border We were assured the weather would be OK since it was late spring but a freak snowstorm came through so we were all freezing and inappropriately dressed and we had to bundle her up in Chinese army coats to keep her warm and at the last moment there was so much snow we couldnrsquot even drive her to the spot where I wanted to photograph her so in order to get her there we had to rent a camel to put her on

PicsArt Monthly | 95

96| PicsArt Monthly

PicsArt Monthly | 97

98| PicsArt Monthly

What advice would you give to amatuer photographers

Many of the students and amateurs who come to see me show me a little bit of everything That is unlikely to get you commissioned when you are starting out So I think itrsquos better to concentrate on one thing and do it very well at the beginning and then when that goes well you can branch out

PicsArt Monthly | 99

100| PicsArt Monthly

PicsArt Monthly | 101

102| PicsArt Monthly

Bewitched by BlightA building in ruins hangs together by what seems like threads One of the upper floors sags precariously just inches above the head of a young woman who strolls absent-mindedly with a teddy-bear in hand It seems possible that at any moment the whole structure could come crashing down Lady Luck we presume

Danny Aguirre (danny-aguirre-142) is the PicsArtist responsible for this Photo of the Month entitled Lady Luck Aguirre edited this image to perfection transplanting a young lively and vibrant woman into a world of decay In this manner the photo speaks to us through contrast

Darkly lit ruins once full of life now sit forgotten surrounded by sick yellow skies The deteriorating building bears down on an unwary and carefree youth (Lady Luck) ambling at the mercy of its behemonth broken structure In this peculiar and eerie scene Aguirre captivates his audience while conveying the promise of the unexpected

In an ever-changing world Aguirre has captured the aesthetic beauty of a building that has passed its prime However in its old age the building has become something else entirely a peculiar and curious space open to imaginative interpretation This is perhaps the luck that the young lady pictured in the image and Aguirres audience have stumbled upon an unexpected opportunity to reflect on the present in light of the past Through his creative vision Aguirre allows us to study ourselves and the physical structures we leave behind for future generations

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PicsArt Monthly | 103

104| PicsArt Monthly

A Photographerrsquos Guide to the US

The most unique shots in America and where to get them

Kelso San Dunes Mojave Desert

If yoursquore looking for a unique photography opportunity head for the Kelso Sand Dunes - mountainous piles of sand that seem to spring up from nowhere in the middle of the Mojave Desert The tallest dunes can rise up to 650 feet above the surrounding terrain In this setting a well-timed hike might allow you photograph the sunset from a phenomenal vantage point A couple words of caution be sure to take a flashlight in order to get back to your car and never go alone

If you donrsquot make it to the sand dunes dont despair The spectacular darkness of the Mojave desert translates into spectacular nighttime photography With almost no ambient light (apart from the stars and the vague glow over the horizon coming from Las Vegas) the Mojave is the perfect place to experiment with time lapse night shots and double exposures This is a surefire way to snap some fantastic shots

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FEATURE Destination

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108| PicsArt Monthly

The Redwood Forests California

If you drive down the west coast of California on Route 1 yoursquoll suddenly find yourself in a magical landscape of trees so tall that you feel like a tiny critter The redwood forests in California are truly a sight to behold and the deep ochre of the tree barks is spectacular to see

Driving through this area is fantastic but make sure that you park up and go exploring with your camera This is one of the best places for nature photography The way the light streams through the canopy in the late afternoon is nothing short of breathtaking a must see for every photographer

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Tucson Arizona

Tucson may not seem like a photographerrsquos haven and if you visit in July when the temperatures soar to over 100 degrees Fahrenheit it certainly wonrsquot feel like it either However the landscape of this often-forgotten city makes for some truly breathtaking sunsets and sunrises where flat land gives way to gorgeous mountains ensconced by sunlight

If you visit Tucson youll also find that it is an unlikely hotbed of culture and art With a history that goes back much further than many of its neighbors in the south west Tucson boasts remarkable architecture historic neighborhoods and museums not to mention the Mission San Xavier del Bac an 18th-century mission that is still functioning Whats more the city has a distinctly Western flavor in light of pervasive Native American and Mexican influences After the sun goes down yoursquoll also find art events and bars alive with music and bonding in a comfy college-town atmosphere which means that you can capture some great shots of people simply being themselves

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PicsArt Monthly | 115

DIY Wall Decorations for Kids Room

Artists start young so here we want to show how you can nurture art into a child by decorating his room so he starts seeing and valuing creativity from his early days

This DIY tutorial is so easy to do that if you have elder children you can involve them in the process of making these awsome wall hangings Make a collage in minutes that will be an impressive surprise for everyone and give you a proud piece of original artwork to hang on the wall in your kids room

For this project yoursquoll need a color printer markers scissors glue 2 pieces of ordinary cardboard and 4 equal-sized colorfull cardboards or canvas

Step 1 PrintFind some awesome characters online by either browsing clipart in the PicsArt Shop or googling cartoon images Also print out some basic colors or patterns to cut into shapes If you dont like the color of your background cardboards or canvases you can either color them with paint or print out patterns to make your backgrounds more colorful

Step 2 CutCut out your characters carefully and glue them on cardboard Now cut out the cardboard in the shape of your characters Be sure to cut out shapes for the scenery of your collage like clouds and trees There is no need to glue them on an additional cardboard if you do not want to make them look 3D

Step 3 Create 3D ElementsIdentify some parts of the animals you want to highlight like tails eyes or ears Cut out two of those parts from cardboard and glue one over the other so that the one with patterns stays on top

Step 4 GlueGlue your shapes onto 4 pieces of cardboard Start with the scenery (trees and clouds) then glue on your characters then glue on their cool colored double-layered body parts to make them stand out As a result you will have 3D-like animals or any other items you want

Step 6 Draw Parts and Write MessagesYou can draw some fine elements into your collage using ordinary colorful markers You can also write a message on your collage with a marker Your creations are now ready to make your child smile

118| PicsArt Monthly

Danielrsquos Twisted Animal Crime LineupGreat artists know how to turn heads with their art and that is certainly the case with PicsArtist of the Month Daniel (n3cr0n0m1c0n) However when he turns heads he turns them into something else Daniel has recently unveiled a series of photos that replace the head of a human body with various animal heads - the only exception being an awesome Star Wars stormtrooper helmet

In each photo of the series Daniels body dons a different head Nevertheless he is shown wearing the same clothes - a leather jacket with a zipper that runs diagonally across his torso into the side of his collar The thing about Danielrsquos photos is that the details of their construction work really well together to create a dark artistic vision with grungy undertones

Despite this odd synergy each photo is posed with a nonchalance that seems to undermine the strangeness of it all every shot displaying the emotional expression of a criminal lineup or mugshot The body takes on a neutral stance and the animal heads stare with vacant expressions as if silently counting the seconds for the camera shutter to click so they can walk off and do something else The overall emotional effect is weird uneasy slightly comic and extremely captivating

PicsArt Monthly | 119

FEATURE Artist

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PicsArt Monthly | 89

90| PicsArt Monthly

Many of your photos are part of the permanent collection of the National Portrait Gallery the United Kingdomrsquos official gallery for portraits of historical British people Your work is national history How does this feel

I try not to think of it in those terms but more about what I want to say about the person Irsquom photographing or what I can encourage them to reveal

Are there any portraits of yours in the National Portrait Gallery that stand out as favourites

My favourites tend to be favourites because they are people I have felt a particular connection with or even become friends with I try to do that with everyone I photograph but obviously it happens with some people more than others

PicsArt Monthly | 91

Yoursquove captured a lot of artists and entertainers as well What is it like photographing celebrities

I am lucky in that I photographed some famous people very early on in my career so I got used to it very quickly and it is not something that I find difficult to deal with at all now They are just people like everybody else and usually enjoy being treated as such

You did the movie posters for modern British classic like Billy Elliot and Love Actually How is shooting a movie poster different from capturing a portrait

It tends to be much more art directed so I have less freedom to just do what I want and have to follow a brief more carefully In those instances I try to follow that brief and then give them something in addition that they maybe didnrsquot know they wanted

92| PicsArt Monthly

PicsArt Monthly | 93

94| PicsArt Monthly

Have you ever photographed someone who had maybe been a role model of some kind for you or maybe just admired greatly

Yes - very early on in my career I was sent to Iceland to photograph Bjork I had been listening to that first album of hers all summer and so was a bit of a fan It actually kind of got in the way initially me being a fan and I had to get past that as quickly as possible to find the person I wanted to photograph

What was the most surreal moment you ever experienced during a photography shoot

I was shooting a campaign for the Royal Opera House of a Chinese opera singer called Liping Zhang in a beautiful area near the Mongolian border We were assured the weather would be OK since it was late spring but a freak snowstorm came through so we were all freezing and inappropriately dressed and we had to bundle her up in Chinese army coats to keep her warm and at the last moment there was so much snow we couldnrsquot even drive her to the spot where I wanted to photograph her so in order to get her there we had to rent a camel to put her on

PicsArt Monthly | 95

96| PicsArt Monthly

PicsArt Monthly | 97

98| PicsArt Monthly

What advice would you give to amatuer photographers

Many of the students and amateurs who come to see me show me a little bit of everything That is unlikely to get you commissioned when you are starting out So I think itrsquos better to concentrate on one thing and do it very well at the beginning and then when that goes well you can branch out

PicsArt Monthly | 99

100| PicsArt Monthly

PicsArt Monthly | 101

102| PicsArt Monthly

Bewitched by BlightA building in ruins hangs together by what seems like threads One of the upper floors sags precariously just inches above the head of a young woman who strolls absent-mindedly with a teddy-bear in hand It seems possible that at any moment the whole structure could come crashing down Lady Luck we presume

Danny Aguirre (danny-aguirre-142) is the PicsArtist responsible for this Photo of the Month entitled Lady Luck Aguirre edited this image to perfection transplanting a young lively and vibrant woman into a world of decay In this manner the photo speaks to us through contrast

Darkly lit ruins once full of life now sit forgotten surrounded by sick yellow skies The deteriorating building bears down on an unwary and carefree youth (Lady Luck) ambling at the mercy of its behemonth broken structure In this peculiar and eerie scene Aguirre captivates his audience while conveying the promise of the unexpected

In an ever-changing world Aguirre has captured the aesthetic beauty of a building that has passed its prime However in its old age the building has become something else entirely a peculiar and curious space open to imaginative interpretation This is perhaps the luck that the young lady pictured in the image and Aguirres audience have stumbled upon an unexpected opportunity to reflect on the present in light of the past Through his creative vision Aguirre allows us to study ourselves and the physical structures we leave behind for future generations

d

anny

-agu

irre

-14

2

PicsArt Monthly | 103

104| PicsArt Monthly

A Photographerrsquos Guide to the US

The most unique shots in America and where to get them

Kelso San Dunes Mojave Desert

If yoursquore looking for a unique photography opportunity head for the Kelso Sand Dunes - mountainous piles of sand that seem to spring up from nowhere in the middle of the Mojave Desert The tallest dunes can rise up to 650 feet above the surrounding terrain In this setting a well-timed hike might allow you photograph the sunset from a phenomenal vantage point A couple words of caution be sure to take a flashlight in order to get back to your car and never go alone

If you donrsquot make it to the sand dunes dont despair The spectacular darkness of the Mojave desert translates into spectacular nighttime photography With almost no ambient light (apart from the stars and the vague glow over the horizon coming from Las Vegas) the Mojave is the perfect place to experiment with time lapse night shots and double exposures This is a surefire way to snap some fantastic shots

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PicsArt Monthly | 105 h

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FEATURE Destination

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PicsArt Monthly | 107

108| PicsArt Monthly

The Redwood Forests California

If you drive down the west coast of California on Route 1 yoursquoll suddenly find yourself in a magical landscape of trees so tall that you feel like a tiny critter The redwood forests in California are truly a sight to behold and the deep ochre of the tree barks is spectacular to see

Driving through this area is fantastic but make sure that you park up and go exploring with your camera This is one of the best places for nature photography The way the light streams through the canopy in the late afternoon is nothing short of breathtaking a must see for every photographer

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Tucson Arizona

Tucson may not seem like a photographerrsquos haven and if you visit in July when the temperatures soar to over 100 degrees Fahrenheit it certainly wonrsquot feel like it either However the landscape of this often-forgotten city makes for some truly breathtaking sunsets and sunrises where flat land gives way to gorgeous mountains ensconced by sunlight

If you visit Tucson youll also find that it is an unlikely hotbed of culture and art With a history that goes back much further than many of its neighbors in the south west Tucson boasts remarkable architecture historic neighborhoods and museums not to mention the Mission San Xavier del Bac an 18th-century mission that is still functioning Whats more the city has a distinctly Western flavor in light of pervasive Native American and Mexican influences After the sun goes down yoursquoll also find art events and bars alive with music and bonding in a comfy college-town atmosphere which means that you can capture some great shots of people simply being themselves

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PicsArt Monthly | 115

DIY Wall Decorations for Kids Room

Artists start young so here we want to show how you can nurture art into a child by decorating his room so he starts seeing and valuing creativity from his early days

This DIY tutorial is so easy to do that if you have elder children you can involve them in the process of making these awsome wall hangings Make a collage in minutes that will be an impressive surprise for everyone and give you a proud piece of original artwork to hang on the wall in your kids room

For this project yoursquoll need a color printer markers scissors glue 2 pieces of ordinary cardboard and 4 equal-sized colorfull cardboards or canvas

Step 1 PrintFind some awesome characters online by either browsing clipart in the PicsArt Shop or googling cartoon images Also print out some basic colors or patterns to cut into shapes If you dont like the color of your background cardboards or canvases you can either color them with paint or print out patterns to make your backgrounds more colorful

Step 2 CutCut out your characters carefully and glue them on cardboard Now cut out the cardboard in the shape of your characters Be sure to cut out shapes for the scenery of your collage like clouds and trees There is no need to glue them on an additional cardboard if you do not want to make them look 3D

Step 3 Create 3D ElementsIdentify some parts of the animals you want to highlight like tails eyes or ears Cut out two of those parts from cardboard and glue one over the other so that the one with patterns stays on top

Step 4 GlueGlue your shapes onto 4 pieces of cardboard Start with the scenery (trees and clouds) then glue on your characters then glue on their cool colored double-layered body parts to make them stand out As a result you will have 3D-like animals or any other items you want

Step 6 Draw Parts and Write MessagesYou can draw some fine elements into your collage using ordinary colorful markers You can also write a message on your collage with a marker Your creations are now ready to make your child smile

118| PicsArt Monthly

Danielrsquos Twisted Animal Crime LineupGreat artists know how to turn heads with their art and that is certainly the case with PicsArtist of the Month Daniel (n3cr0n0m1c0n) However when he turns heads he turns them into something else Daniel has recently unveiled a series of photos that replace the head of a human body with various animal heads - the only exception being an awesome Star Wars stormtrooper helmet

In each photo of the series Daniels body dons a different head Nevertheless he is shown wearing the same clothes - a leather jacket with a zipper that runs diagonally across his torso into the side of his collar The thing about Danielrsquos photos is that the details of their construction work really well together to create a dark artistic vision with grungy undertones

Despite this odd synergy each photo is posed with a nonchalance that seems to undermine the strangeness of it all every shot displaying the emotional expression of a criminal lineup or mugshot The body takes on a neutral stance and the animal heads stare with vacant expressions as if silently counting the seconds for the camera shutter to click so they can walk off and do something else The overall emotional effect is weird uneasy slightly comic and extremely captivating

PicsArt Monthly | 119

FEATURE Artist

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90| PicsArt Monthly

Many of your photos are part of the permanent collection of the National Portrait Gallery the United Kingdomrsquos official gallery for portraits of historical British people Your work is national history How does this feel

I try not to think of it in those terms but more about what I want to say about the person Irsquom photographing or what I can encourage them to reveal

Are there any portraits of yours in the National Portrait Gallery that stand out as favourites

My favourites tend to be favourites because they are people I have felt a particular connection with or even become friends with I try to do that with everyone I photograph but obviously it happens with some people more than others

PicsArt Monthly | 91

Yoursquove captured a lot of artists and entertainers as well What is it like photographing celebrities

I am lucky in that I photographed some famous people very early on in my career so I got used to it very quickly and it is not something that I find difficult to deal with at all now They are just people like everybody else and usually enjoy being treated as such

You did the movie posters for modern British classic like Billy Elliot and Love Actually How is shooting a movie poster different from capturing a portrait

It tends to be much more art directed so I have less freedom to just do what I want and have to follow a brief more carefully In those instances I try to follow that brief and then give them something in addition that they maybe didnrsquot know they wanted

92| PicsArt Monthly

PicsArt Monthly | 93

94| PicsArt Monthly

Have you ever photographed someone who had maybe been a role model of some kind for you or maybe just admired greatly

Yes - very early on in my career I was sent to Iceland to photograph Bjork I had been listening to that first album of hers all summer and so was a bit of a fan It actually kind of got in the way initially me being a fan and I had to get past that as quickly as possible to find the person I wanted to photograph

What was the most surreal moment you ever experienced during a photography shoot

I was shooting a campaign for the Royal Opera House of a Chinese opera singer called Liping Zhang in a beautiful area near the Mongolian border We were assured the weather would be OK since it was late spring but a freak snowstorm came through so we were all freezing and inappropriately dressed and we had to bundle her up in Chinese army coats to keep her warm and at the last moment there was so much snow we couldnrsquot even drive her to the spot where I wanted to photograph her so in order to get her there we had to rent a camel to put her on

PicsArt Monthly | 95

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PicsArt Monthly | 97

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What advice would you give to amatuer photographers

Many of the students and amateurs who come to see me show me a little bit of everything That is unlikely to get you commissioned when you are starting out So I think itrsquos better to concentrate on one thing and do it very well at the beginning and then when that goes well you can branch out

PicsArt Monthly | 99

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Bewitched by BlightA building in ruins hangs together by what seems like threads One of the upper floors sags precariously just inches above the head of a young woman who strolls absent-mindedly with a teddy-bear in hand It seems possible that at any moment the whole structure could come crashing down Lady Luck we presume

Danny Aguirre (danny-aguirre-142) is the PicsArtist responsible for this Photo of the Month entitled Lady Luck Aguirre edited this image to perfection transplanting a young lively and vibrant woman into a world of decay In this manner the photo speaks to us through contrast

Darkly lit ruins once full of life now sit forgotten surrounded by sick yellow skies The deteriorating building bears down on an unwary and carefree youth (Lady Luck) ambling at the mercy of its behemonth broken structure In this peculiar and eerie scene Aguirre captivates his audience while conveying the promise of the unexpected

In an ever-changing world Aguirre has captured the aesthetic beauty of a building that has passed its prime However in its old age the building has become something else entirely a peculiar and curious space open to imaginative interpretation This is perhaps the luck that the young lady pictured in the image and Aguirres audience have stumbled upon an unexpected opportunity to reflect on the present in light of the past Through his creative vision Aguirre allows us to study ourselves and the physical structures we leave behind for future generations

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PicsArt Monthly | 103

104| PicsArt Monthly

A Photographerrsquos Guide to the US

The most unique shots in America and where to get them

Kelso San Dunes Mojave Desert

If yoursquore looking for a unique photography opportunity head for the Kelso Sand Dunes - mountainous piles of sand that seem to spring up from nowhere in the middle of the Mojave Desert The tallest dunes can rise up to 650 feet above the surrounding terrain In this setting a well-timed hike might allow you photograph the sunset from a phenomenal vantage point A couple words of caution be sure to take a flashlight in order to get back to your car and never go alone

If you donrsquot make it to the sand dunes dont despair The spectacular darkness of the Mojave desert translates into spectacular nighttime photography With almost no ambient light (apart from the stars and the vague glow over the horizon coming from Las Vegas) the Mojave is the perfect place to experiment with time lapse night shots and double exposures This is a surefire way to snap some fantastic shots

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The Redwood Forests California

If you drive down the west coast of California on Route 1 yoursquoll suddenly find yourself in a magical landscape of trees so tall that you feel like a tiny critter The redwood forests in California are truly a sight to behold and the deep ochre of the tree barks is spectacular to see

Driving through this area is fantastic but make sure that you park up and go exploring with your camera This is one of the best places for nature photography The way the light streams through the canopy in the late afternoon is nothing short of breathtaking a must see for every photographer

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Tucson Arizona

Tucson may not seem like a photographerrsquos haven and if you visit in July when the temperatures soar to over 100 degrees Fahrenheit it certainly wonrsquot feel like it either However the landscape of this often-forgotten city makes for some truly breathtaking sunsets and sunrises where flat land gives way to gorgeous mountains ensconced by sunlight

If you visit Tucson youll also find that it is an unlikely hotbed of culture and art With a history that goes back much further than many of its neighbors in the south west Tucson boasts remarkable architecture historic neighborhoods and museums not to mention the Mission San Xavier del Bac an 18th-century mission that is still functioning Whats more the city has a distinctly Western flavor in light of pervasive Native American and Mexican influences After the sun goes down yoursquoll also find art events and bars alive with music and bonding in a comfy college-town atmosphere which means that you can capture some great shots of people simply being themselves

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DIY Wall Decorations for Kids Room

Artists start young so here we want to show how you can nurture art into a child by decorating his room so he starts seeing and valuing creativity from his early days

This DIY tutorial is so easy to do that if you have elder children you can involve them in the process of making these awsome wall hangings Make a collage in minutes that will be an impressive surprise for everyone and give you a proud piece of original artwork to hang on the wall in your kids room

For this project yoursquoll need a color printer markers scissors glue 2 pieces of ordinary cardboard and 4 equal-sized colorfull cardboards or canvas

Step 1 PrintFind some awesome characters online by either browsing clipart in the PicsArt Shop or googling cartoon images Also print out some basic colors or patterns to cut into shapes If you dont like the color of your background cardboards or canvases you can either color them with paint or print out patterns to make your backgrounds more colorful

Step 2 CutCut out your characters carefully and glue them on cardboard Now cut out the cardboard in the shape of your characters Be sure to cut out shapes for the scenery of your collage like clouds and trees There is no need to glue them on an additional cardboard if you do not want to make them look 3D

Step 3 Create 3D ElementsIdentify some parts of the animals you want to highlight like tails eyes or ears Cut out two of those parts from cardboard and glue one over the other so that the one with patterns stays on top

Step 4 GlueGlue your shapes onto 4 pieces of cardboard Start with the scenery (trees and clouds) then glue on your characters then glue on their cool colored double-layered body parts to make them stand out As a result you will have 3D-like animals or any other items you want

Step 6 Draw Parts and Write MessagesYou can draw some fine elements into your collage using ordinary colorful markers You can also write a message on your collage with a marker Your creations are now ready to make your child smile

118| PicsArt Monthly

Danielrsquos Twisted Animal Crime LineupGreat artists know how to turn heads with their art and that is certainly the case with PicsArtist of the Month Daniel (n3cr0n0m1c0n) However when he turns heads he turns them into something else Daniel has recently unveiled a series of photos that replace the head of a human body with various animal heads - the only exception being an awesome Star Wars stormtrooper helmet

In each photo of the series Daniels body dons a different head Nevertheless he is shown wearing the same clothes - a leather jacket with a zipper that runs diagonally across his torso into the side of his collar The thing about Danielrsquos photos is that the details of their construction work really well together to create a dark artistic vision with grungy undertones

Despite this odd synergy each photo is posed with a nonchalance that seems to undermine the strangeness of it all every shot displaying the emotional expression of a criminal lineup or mugshot The body takes on a neutral stance and the animal heads stare with vacant expressions as if silently counting the seconds for the camera shutter to click so they can walk off and do something else The overall emotional effect is weird uneasy slightly comic and extremely captivating

PicsArt Monthly | 119

FEATURE Artist

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Yoursquove captured a lot of artists and entertainers as well What is it like photographing celebrities

I am lucky in that I photographed some famous people very early on in my career so I got used to it very quickly and it is not something that I find difficult to deal with at all now They are just people like everybody else and usually enjoy being treated as such

You did the movie posters for modern British classic like Billy Elliot and Love Actually How is shooting a movie poster different from capturing a portrait

It tends to be much more art directed so I have less freedom to just do what I want and have to follow a brief more carefully In those instances I try to follow that brief and then give them something in addition that they maybe didnrsquot know they wanted

92| PicsArt Monthly

PicsArt Monthly | 93

94| PicsArt Monthly

Have you ever photographed someone who had maybe been a role model of some kind for you or maybe just admired greatly

Yes - very early on in my career I was sent to Iceland to photograph Bjork I had been listening to that first album of hers all summer and so was a bit of a fan It actually kind of got in the way initially me being a fan and I had to get past that as quickly as possible to find the person I wanted to photograph

What was the most surreal moment you ever experienced during a photography shoot

I was shooting a campaign for the Royal Opera House of a Chinese opera singer called Liping Zhang in a beautiful area near the Mongolian border We were assured the weather would be OK since it was late spring but a freak snowstorm came through so we were all freezing and inappropriately dressed and we had to bundle her up in Chinese army coats to keep her warm and at the last moment there was so much snow we couldnrsquot even drive her to the spot where I wanted to photograph her so in order to get her there we had to rent a camel to put her on

PicsArt Monthly | 95

96| PicsArt Monthly

PicsArt Monthly | 97

98| PicsArt Monthly

What advice would you give to amatuer photographers

Many of the students and amateurs who come to see me show me a little bit of everything That is unlikely to get you commissioned when you are starting out So I think itrsquos better to concentrate on one thing and do it very well at the beginning and then when that goes well you can branch out

PicsArt Monthly | 99

100| PicsArt Monthly

PicsArt Monthly | 101

102| PicsArt Monthly

Bewitched by BlightA building in ruins hangs together by what seems like threads One of the upper floors sags precariously just inches above the head of a young woman who strolls absent-mindedly with a teddy-bear in hand It seems possible that at any moment the whole structure could come crashing down Lady Luck we presume

Danny Aguirre (danny-aguirre-142) is the PicsArtist responsible for this Photo of the Month entitled Lady Luck Aguirre edited this image to perfection transplanting a young lively and vibrant woman into a world of decay In this manner the photo speaks to us through contrast

Darkly lit ruins once full of life now sit forgotten surrounded by sick yellow skies The deteriorating building bears down on an unwary and carefree youth (Lady Luck) ambling at the mercy of its behemonth broken structure In this peculiar and eerie scene Aguirre captivates his audience while conveying the promise of the unexpected

In an ever-changing world Aguirre has captured the aesthetic beauty of a building that has passed its prime However in its old age the building has become something else entirely a peculiar and curious space open to imaginative interpretation This is perhaps the luck that the young lady pictured in the image and Aguirres audience have stumbled upon an unexpected opportunity to reflect on the present in light of the past Through his creative vision Aguirre allows us to study ourselves and the physical structures we leave behind for future generations

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PicsArt Monthly | 103

104| PicsArt Monthly

A Photographerrsquos Guide to the US

The most unique shots in America and where to get them

Kelso San Dunes Mojave Desert

If yoursquore looking for a unique photography opportunity head for the Kelso Sand Dunes - mountainous piles of sand that seem to spring up from nowhere in the middle of the Mojave Desert The tallest dunes can rise up to 650 feet above the surrounding terrain In this setting a well-timed hike might allow you photograph the sunset from a phenomenal vantage point A couple words of caution be sure to take a flashlight in order to get back to your car and never go alone

If you donrsquot make it to the sand dunes dont despair The spectacular darkness of the Mojave desert translates into spectacular nighttime photography With almost no ambient light (apart from the stars and the vague glow over the horizon coming from Las Vegas) the Mojave is the perfect place to experiment with time lapse night shots and double exposures This is a surefire way to snap some fantastic shots

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FEATURE Destination

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The Redwood Forests California

If you drive down the west coast of California on Route 1 yoursquoll suddenly find yourself in a magical landscape of trees so tall that you feel like a tiny critter The redwood forests in California are truly a sight to behold and the deep ochre of the tree barks is spectacular to see

Driving through this area is fantastic but make sure that you park up and go exploring with your camera This is one of the best places for nature photography The way the light streams through the canopy in the late afternoon is nothing short of breathtaking a must see for every photographer

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Tucson Arizona

Tucson may not seem like a photographerrsquos haven and if you visit in July when the temperatures soar to over 100 degrees Fahrenheit it certainly wonrsquot feel like it either However the landscape of this often-forgotten city makes for some truly breathtaking sunsets and sunrises where flat land gives way to gorgeous mountains ensconced by sunlight

If you visit Tucson youll also find that it is an unlikely hotbed of culture and art With a history that goes back much further than many of its neighbors in the south west Tucson boasts remarkable architecture historic neighborhoods and museums not to mention the Mission San Xavier del Bac an 18th-century mission that is still functioning Whats more the city has a distinctly Western flavor in light of pervasive Native American and Mexican influences After the sun goes down yoursquoll also find art events and bars alive with music and bonding in a comfy college-town atmosphere which means that you can capture some great shots of people simply being themselves

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PicsArt Monthly | 115

DIY Wall Decorations for Kids Room

Artists start young so here we want to show how you can nurture art into a child by decorating his room so he starts seeing and valuing creativity from his early days

This DIY tutorial is so easy to do that if you have elder children you can involve them in the process of making these awsome wall hangings Make a collage in minutes that will be an impressive surprise for everyone and give you a proud piece of original artwork to hang on the wall in your kids room

For this project yoursquoll need a color printer markers scissors glue 2 pieces of ordinary cardboard and 4 equal-sized colorfull cardboards or canvas

Step 1 PrintFind some awesome characters online by either browsing clipart in the PicsArt Shop or googling cartoon images Also print out some basic colors or patterns to cut into shapes If you dont like the color of your background cardboards or canvases you can either color them with paint or print out patterns to make your backgrounds more colorful

Step 2 CutCut out your characters carefully and glue them on cardboard Now cut out the cardboard in the shape of your characters Be sure to cut out shapes for the scenery of your collage like clouds and trees There is no need to glue them on an additional cardboard if you do not want to make them look 3D

Step 3 Create 3D ElementsIdentify some parts of the animals you want to highlight like tails eyes or ears Cut out two of those parts from cardboard and glue one over the other so that the one with patterns stays on top

Step 4 GlueGlue your shapes onto 4 pieces of cardboard Start with the scenery (trees and clouds) then glue on your characters then glue on their cool colored double-layered body parts to make them stand out As a result you will have 3D-like animals or any other items you want

Step 6 Draw Parts and Write MessagesYou can draw some fine elements into your collage using ordinary colorful markers You can also write a message on your collage with a marker Your creations are now ready to make your child smile

118| PicsArt Monthly

Danielrsquos Twisted Animal Crime LineupGreat artists know how to turn heads with their art and that is certainly the case with PicsArtist of the Month Daniel (n3cr0n0m1c0n) However when he turns heads he turns them into something else Daniel has recently unveiled a series of photos that replace the head of a human body with various animal heads - the only exception being an awesome Star Wars stormtrooper helmet

In each photo of the series Daniels body dons a different head Nevertheless he is shown wearing the same clothes - a leather jacket with a zipper that runs diagonally across his torso into the side of his collar The thing about Danielrsquos photos is that the details of their construction work really well together to create a dark artistic vision with grungy undertones

Despite this odd synergy each photo is posed with a nonchalance that seems to undermine the strangeness of it all every shot displaying the emotional expression of a criminal lineup or mugshot The body takes on a neutral stance and the animal heads stare with vacant expressions as if silently counting the seconds for the camera shutter to click so they can walk off and do something else The overall emotional effect is weird uneasy slightly comic and extremely captivating

PicsArt Monthly | 119

FEATURE Artist

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94| PicsArt Monthly

Have you ever photographed someone who had maybe been a role model of some kind for you or maybe just admired greatly

Yes - very early on in my career I was sent to Iceland to photograph Bjork I had been listening to that first album of hers all summer and so was a bit of a fan It actually kind of got in the way initially me being a fan and I had to get past that as quickly as possible to find the person I wanted to photograph

What was the most surreal moment you ever experienced during a photography shoot

I was shooting a campaign for the Royal Opera House of a Chinese opera singer called Liping Zhang in a beautiful area near the Mongolian border We were assured the weather would be OK since it was late spring but a freak snowstorm came through so we were all freezing and inappropriately dressed and we had to bundle her up in Chinese army coats to keep her warm and at the last moment there was so much snow we couldnrsquot even drive her to the spot where I wanted to photograph her so in order to get her there we had to rent a camel to put her on

PicsArt Monthly | 95

96| PicsArt Monthly

PicsArt Monthly | 97

98| PicsArt Monthly

What advice would you give to amatuer photographers

Many of the students and amateurs who come to see me show me a little bit of everything That is unlikely to get you commissioned when you are starting out So I think itrsquos better to concentrate on one thing and do it very well at the beginning and then when that goes well you can branch out

PicsArt Monthly | 99

100| PicsArt Monthly

PicsArt Monthly | 101

102| PicsArt Monthly

Bewitched by BlightA building in ruins hangs together by what seems like threads One of the upper floors sags precariously just inches above the head of a young woman who strolls absent-mindedly with a teddy-bear in hand It seems possible that at any moment the whole structure could come crashing down Lady Luck we presume

Danny Aguirre (danny-aguirre-142) is the PicsArtist responsible for this Photo of the Month entitled Lady Luck Aguirre edited this image to perfection transplanting a young lively and vibrant woman into a world of decay In this manner the photo speaks to us through contrast

Darkly lit ruins once full of life now sit forgotten surrounded by sick yellow skies The deteriorating building bears down on an unwary and carefree youth (Lady Luck) ambling at the mercy of its behemonth broken structure In this peculiar and eerie scene Aguirre captivates his audience while conveying the promise of the unexpected

In an ever-changing world Aguirre has captured the aesthetic beauty of a building that has passed its prime However in its old age the building has become something else entirely a peculiar and curious space open to imaginative interpretation This is perhaps the luck that the young lady pictured in the image and Aguirres audience have stumbled upon an unexpected opportunity to reflect on the present in light of the past Through his creative vision Aguirre allows us to study ourselves and the physical structures we leave behind for future generations

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PicsArt Monthly | 103

104| PicsArt Monthly

A Photographerrsquos Guide to the US

The most unique shots in America and where to get them

Kelso San Dunes Mojave Desert

If yoursquore looking for a unique photography opportunity head for the Kelso Sand Dunes - mountainous piles of sand that seem to spring up from nowhere in the middle of the Mojave Desert The tallest dunes can rise up to 650 feet above the surrounding terrain In this setting a well-timed hike might allow you photograph the sunset from a phenomenal vantage point A couple words of caution be sure to take a flashlight in order to get back to your car and never go alone

If you donrsquot make it to the sand dunes dont despair The spectacular darkness of the Mojave desert translates into spectacular nighttime photography With almost no ambient light (apart from the stars and the vague glow over the horizon coming from Las Vegas) the Mojave is the perfect place to experiment with time lapse night shots and double exposures This is a surefire way to snap some fantastic shots

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FEATURE Destination

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108| PicsArt Monthly

The Redwood Forests California

If you drive down the west coast of California on Route 1 yoursquoll suddenly find yourself in a magical landscape of trees so tall that you feel like a tiny critter The redwood forests in California are truly a sight to behold and the deep ochre of the tree barks is spectacular to see

Driving through this area is fantastic but make sure that you park up and go exploring with your camera This is one of the best places for nature photography The way the light streams through the canopy in the late afternoon is nothing short of breathtaking a must see for every photographer

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Tucson Arizona

Tucson may not seem like a photographerrsquos haven and if you visit in July when the temperatures soar to over 100 degrees Fahrenheit it certainly wonrsquot feel like it either However the landscape of this often-forgotten city makes for some truly breathtaking sunsets and sunrises where flat land gives way to gorgeous mountains ensconced by sunlight

If you visit Tucson youll also find that it is an unlikely hotbed of culture and art With a history that goes back much further than many of its neighbors in the south west Tucson boasts remarkable architecture historic neighborhoods and museums not to mention the Mission San Xavier del Bac an 18th-century mission that is still functioning Whats more the city has a distinctly Western flavor in light of pervasive Native American and Mexican influences After the sun goes down yoursquoll also find art events and bars alive with music and bonding in a comfy college-town atmosphere which means that you can capture some great shots of people simply being themselves

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PicsArt Monthly | 115

DIY Wall Decorations for Kids Room

Artists start young so here we want to show how you can nurture art into a child by decorating his room so he starts seeing and valuing creativity from his early days

This DIY tutorial is so easy to do that if you have elder children you can involve them in the process of making these awsome wall hangings Make a collage in minutes that will be an impressive surprise for everyone and give you a proud piece of original artwork to hang on the wall in your kids room

For this project yoursquoll need a color printer markers scissors glue 2 pieces of ordinary cardboard and 4 equal-sized colorfull cardboards or canvas

Step 1 PrintFind some awesome characters online by either browsing clipart in the PicsArt Shop or googling cartoon images Also print out some basic colors or patterns to cut into shapes If you dont like the color of your background cardboards or canvases you can either color them with paint or print out patterns to make your backgrounds more colorful

Step 2 CutCut out your characters carefully and glue them on cardboard Now cut out the cardboard in the shape of your characters Be sure to cut out shapes for the scenery of your collage like clouds and trees There is no need to glue them on an additional cardboard if you do not want to make them look 3D

Step 3 Create 3D ElementsIdentify some parts of the animals you want to highlight like tails eyes or ears Cut out two of those parts from cardboard and glue one over the other so that the one with patterns stays on top

Step 4 GlueGlue your shapes onto 4 pieces of cardboard Start with the scenery (trees and clouds) then glue on your characters then glue on their cool colored double-layered body parts to make them stand out As a result you will have 3D-like animals or any other items you want

Step 6 Draw Parts and Write MessagesYou can draw some fine elements into your collage using ordinary colorful markers You can also write a message on your collage with a marker Your creations are now ready to make your child smile

118| PicsArt Monthly

Danielrsquos Twisted Animal Crime LineupGreat artists know how to turn heads with their art and that is certainly the case with PicsArtist of the Month Daniel (n3cr0n0m1c0n) However when he turns heads he turns them into something else Daniel has recently unveiled a series of photos that replace the head of a human body with various animal heads - the only exception being an awesome Star Wars stormtrooper helmet

In each photo of the series Daniels body dons a different head Nevertheless he is shown wearing the same clothes - a leather jacket with a zipper that runs diagonally across his torso into the side of his collar The thing about Danielrsquos photos is that the details of their construction work really well together to create a dark artistic vision with grungy undertones

Despite this odd synergy each photo is posed with a nonchalance that seems to undermine the strangeness of it all every shot displaying the emotional expression of a criminal lineup or mugshot The body takes on a neutral stance and the animal heads stare with vacant expressions as if silently counting the seconds for the camera shutter to click so they can walk off and do something else The overall emotional effect is weird uneasy slightly comic and extremely captivating

PicsArt Monthly | 119

FEATURE Artist

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PicsArt Monthly | 121

122| PicsArt Monthly

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124| PicsArt Monthly

PicsArt Monthly | 93

94| PicsArt Monthly

Have you ever photographed someone who had maybe been a role model of some kind for you or maybe just admired greatly

Yes - very early on in my career I was sent to Iceland to photograph Bjork I had been listening to that first album of hers all summer and so was a bit of a fan It actually kind of got in the way initially me being a fan and I had to get past that as quickly as possible to find the person I wanted to photograph

What was the most surreal moment you ever experienced during a photography shoot

I was shooting a campaign for the Royal Opera House of a Chinese opera singer called Liping Zhang in a beautiful area near the Mongolian border We were assured the weather would be OK since it was late spring but a freak snowstorm came through so we were all freezing and inappropriately dressed and we had to bundle her up in Chinese army coats to keep her warm and at the last moment there was so much snow we couldnrsquot even drive her to the spot where I wanted to photograph her so in order to get her there we had to rent a camel to put her on

PicsArt Monthly | 95

96| PicsArt Monthly

PicsArt Monthly | 97

98| PicsArt Monthly

What advice would you give to amatuer photographers

Many of the students and amateurs who come to see me show me a little bit of everything That is unlikely to get you commissioned when you are starting out So I think itrsquos better to concentrate on one thing and do it very well at the beginning and then when that goes well you can branch out

PicsArt Monthly | 99

100| PicsArt Monthly

PicsArt Monthly | 101

102| PicsArt Monthly

Bewitched by BlightA building in ruins hangs together by what seems like threads One of the upper floors sags precariously just inches above the head of a young woman who strolls absent-mindedly with a teddy-bear in hand It seems possible that at any moment the whole structure could come crashing down Lady Luck we presume

Danny Aguirre (danny-aguirre-142) is the PicsArtist responsible for this Photo of the Month entitled Lady Luck Aguirre edited this image to perfection transplanting a young lively and vibrant woman into a world of decay In this manner the photo speaks to us through contrast

Darkly lit ruins once full of life now sit forgotten surrounded by sick yellow skies The deteriorating building bears down on an unwary and carefree youth (Lady Luck) ambling at the mercy of its behemonth broken structure In this peculiar and eerie scene Aguirre captivates his audience while conveying the promise of the unexpected

In an ever-changing world Aguirre has captured the aesthetic beauty of a building that has passed its prime However in its old age the building has become something else entirely a peculiar and curious space open to imaginative interpretation This is perhaps the luck that the young lady pictured in the image and Aguirres audience have stumbled upon an unexpected opportunity to reflect on the present in light of the past Through his creative vision Aguirre allows us to study ourselves and the physical structures we leave behind for future generations

d

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irre

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PicsArt Monthly | 103

104| PicsArt Monthly

A Photographerrsquos Guide to the US

The most unique shots in America and where to get them

Kelso San Dunes Mojave Desert

If yoursquore looking for a unique photography opportunity head for the Kelso Sand Dunes - mountainous piles of sand that seem to spring up from nowhere in the middle of the Mojave Desert The tallest dunes can rise up to 650 feet above the surrounding terrain In this setting a well-timed hike might allow you photograph the sunset from a phenomenal vantage point A couple words of caution be sure to take a flashlight in order to get back to your car and never go alone

If you donrsquot make it to the sand dunes dont despair The spectacular darkness of the Mojave desert translates into spectacular nighttime photography With almost no ambient light (apart from the stars and the vague glow over the horizon coming from Las Vegas) the Mojave is the perfect place to experiment with time lapse night shots and double exposures This is a surefire way to snap some fantastic shots

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FEATURE Destination

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108| PicsArt Monthly

The Redwood Forests California

If you drive down the west coast of California on Route 1 yoursquoll suddenly find yourself in a magical landscape of trees so tall that you feel like a tiny critter The redwood forests in California are truly a sight to behold and the deep ochre of the tree barks is spectacular to see

Driving through this area is fantastic but make sure that you park up and go exploring with your camera This is one of the best places for nature photography The way the light streams through the canopy in the late afternoon is nothing short of breathtaking a must see for every photographer

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PicsArt Monthly | 113

Tucson Arizona

Tucson may not seem like a photographerrsquos haven and if you visit in July when the temperatures soar to over 100 degrees Fahrenheit it certainly wonrsquot feel like it either However the landscape of this often-forgotten city makes for some truly breathtaking sunsets and sunrises where flat land gives way to gorgeous mountains ensconced by sunlight

If you visit Tucson youll also find that it is an unlikely hotbed of culture and art With a history that goes back much further than many of its neighbors in the south west Tucson boasts remarkable architecture historic neighborhoods and museums not to mention the Mission San Xavier del Bac an 18th-century mission that is still functioning Whats more the city has a distinctly Western flavor in light of pervasive Native American and Mexican influences After the sun goes down yoursquoll also find art events and bars alive with music and bonding in a comfy college-town atmosphere which means that you can capture some great shots of people simply being themselves

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DIY Wall Decorations for Kids Room

Artists start young so here we want to show how you can nurture art into a child by decorating his room so he starts seeing and valuing creativity from his early days

This DIY tutorial is so easy to do that if you have elder children you can involve them in the process of making these awsome wall hangings Make a collage in minutes that will be an impressive surprise for everyone and give you a proud piece of original artwork to hang on the wall in your kids room

For this project yoursquoll need a color printer markers scissors glue 2 pieces of ordinary cardboard and 4 equal-sized colorfull cardboards or canvas

Step 1 PrintFind some awesome characters online by either browsing clipart in the PicsArt Shop or googling cartoon images Also print out some basic colors or patterns to cut into shapes If you dont like the color of your background cardboards or canvases you can either color them with paint or print out patterns to make your backgrounds more colorful

Step 2 CutCut out your characters carefully and glue them on cardboard Now cut out the cardboard in the shape of your characters Be sure to cut out shapes for the scenery of your collage like clouds and trees There is no need to glue them on an additional cardboard if you do not want to make them look 3D

Step 3 Create 3D ElementsIdentify some parts of the animals you want to highlight like tails eyes or ears Cut out two of those parts from cardboard and glue one over the other so that the one with patterns stays on top

Step 4 GlueGlue your shapes onto 4 pieces of cardboard Start with the scenery (trees and clouds) then glue on your characters then glue on their cool colored double-layered body parts to make them stand out As a result you will have 3D-like animals or any other items you want

Step 6 Draw Parts and Write MessagesYou can draw some fine elements into your collage using ordinary colorful markers You can also write a message on your collage with a marker Your creations are now ready to make your child smile

118| PicsArt Monthly

Danielrsquos Twisted Animal Crime LineupGreat artists know how to turn heads with their art and that is certainly the case with PicsArtist of the Month Daniel (n3cr0n0m1c0n) However when he turns heads he turns them into something else Daniel has recently unveiled a series of photos that replace the head of a human body with various animal heads - the only exception being an awesome Star Wars stormtrooper helmet

In each photo of the series Daniels body dons a different head Nevertheless he is shown wearing the same clothes - a leather jacket with a zipper that runs diagonally across his torso into the side of his collar The thing about Danielrsquos photos is that the details of their construction work really well together to create a dark artistic vision with grungy undertones

Despite this odd synergy each photo is posed with a nonchalance that seems to undermine the strangeness of it all every shot displaying the emotional expression of a criminal lineup or mugshot The body takes on a neutral stance and the animal heads stare with vacant expressions as if silently counting the seconds for the camera shutter to click so they can walk off and do something else The overall emotional effect is weird uneasy slightly comic and extremely captivating

PicsArt Monthly | 119

FEATURE Artist

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Have you ever photographed someone who had maybe been a role model of some kind for you or maybe just admired greatly

Yes - very early on in my career I was sent to Iceland to photograph Bjork I had been listening to that first album of hers all summer and so was a bit of a fan It actually kind of got in the way initially me being a fan and I had to get past that as quickly as possible to find the person I wanted to photograph

What was the most surreal moment you ever experienced during a photography shoot

I was shooting a campaign for the Royal Opera House of a Chinese opera singer called Liping Zhang in a beautiful area near the Mongolian border We were assured the weather would be OK since it was late spring but a freak snowstorm came through so we were all freezing and inappropriately dressed and we had to bundle her up in Chinese army coats to keep her warm and at the last moment there was so much snow we couldnrsquot even drive her to the spot where I wanted to photograph her so in order to get her there we had to rent a camel to put her on

PicsArt Monthly | 95

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PicsArt Monthly | 97

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What advice would you give to amatuer photographers

Many of the students and amateurs who come to see me show me a little bit of everything That is unlikely to get you commissioned when you are starting out So I think itrsquos better to concentrate on one thing and do it very well at the beginning and then when that goes well you can branch out

PicsArt Monthly | 99

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Bewitched by BlightA building in ruins hangs together by what seems like threads One of the upper floors sags precariously just inches above the head of a young woman who strolls absent-mindedly with a teddy-bear in hand It seems possible that at any moment the whole structure could come crashing down Lady Luck we presume

Danny Aguirre (danny-aguirre-142) is the PicsArtist responsible for this Photo of the Month entitled Lady Luck Aguirre edited this image to perfection transplanting a young lively and vibrant woman into a world of decay In this manner the photo speaks to us through contrast

Darkly lit ruins once full of life now sit forgotten surrounded by sick yellow skies The deteriorating building bears down on an unwary and carefree youth (Lady Luck) ambling at the mercy of its behemonth broken structure In this peculiar and eerie scene Aguirre captivates his audience while conveying the promise of the unexpected

In an ever-changing world Aguirre has captured the aesthetic beauty of a building that has passed its prime However in its old age the building has become something else entirely a peculiar and curious space open to imaginative interpretation This is perhaps the luck that the young lady pictured in the image and Aguirres audience have stumbled upon an unexpected opportunity to reflect on the present in light of the past Through his creative vision Aguirre allows us to study ourselves and the physical structures we leave behind for future generations

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PicsArt Monthly | 103

104| PicsArt Monthly

A Photographerrsquos Guide to the US

The most unique shots in America and where to get them

Kelso San Dunes Mojave Desert

If yoursquore looking for a unique photography opportunity head for the Kelso Sand Dunes - mountainous piles of sand that seem to spring up from nowhere in the middle of the Mojave Desert The tallest dunes can rise up to 650 feet above the surrounding terrain In this setting a well-timed hike might allow you photograph the sunset from a phenomenal vantage point A couple words of caution be sure to take a flashlight in order to get back to your car and never go alone

If you donrsquot make it to the sand dunes dont despair The spectacular darkness of the Mojave desert translates into spectacular nighttime photography With almost no ambient light (apart from the stars and the vague glow over the horizon coming from Las Vegas) the Mojave is the perfect place to experiment with time lapse night shots and double exposures This is a surefire way to snap some fantastic shots

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The Redwood Forests California

If you drive down the west coast of California on Route 1 yoursquoll suddenly find yourself in a magical landscape of trees so tall that you feel like a tiny critter The redwood forests in California are truly a sight to behold and the deep ochre of the tree barks is spectacular to see

Driving through this area is fantastic but make sure that you park up and go exploring with your camera This is one of the best places for nature photography The way the light streams through the canopy in the late afternoon is nothing short of breathtaking a must see for every photographer

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Tucson Arizona

Tucson may not seem like a photographerrsquos haven and if you visit in July when the temperatures soar to over 100 degrees Fahrenheit it certainly wonrsquot feel like it either However the landscape of this often-forgotten city makes for some truly breathtaking sunsets and sunrises where flat land gives way to gorgeous mountains ensconced by sunlight

If you visit Tucson youll also find that it is an unlikely hotbed of culture and art With a history that goes back much further than many of its neighbors in the south west Tucson boasts remarkable architecture historic neighborhoods and museums not to mention the Mission San Xavier del Bac an 18th-century mission that is still functioning Whats more the city has a distinctly Western flavor in light of pervasive Native American and Mexican influences After the sun goes down yoursquoll also find art events and bars alive with music and bonding in a comfy college-town atmosphere which means that you can capture some great shots of people simply being themselves

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PicsArt Monthly | 115

DIY Wall Decorations for Kids Room

Artists start young so here we want to show how you can nurture art into a child by decorating his room so he starts seeing and valuing creativity from his early days

This DIY tutorial is so easy to do that if you have elder children you can involve them in the process of making these awsome wall hangings Make a collage in minutes that will be an impressive surprise for everyone and give you a proud piece of original artwork to hang on the wall in your kids room

For this project yoursquoll need a color printer markers scissors glue 2 pieces of ordinary cardboard and 4 equal-sized colorfull cardboards or canvas

Step 1 PrintFind some awesome characters online by either browsing clipart in the PicsArt Shop or googling cartoon images Also print out some basic colors or patterns to cut into shapes If you dont like the color of your background cardboards or canvases you can either color them with paint or print out patterns to make your backgrounds more colorful

Step 2 CutCut out your characters carefully and glue them on cardboard Now cut out the cardboard in the shape of your characters Be sure to cut out shapes for the scenery of your collage like clouds and trees There is no need to glue them on an additional cardboard if you do not want to make them look 3D

Step 3 Create 3D ElementsIdentify some parts of the animals you want to highlight like tails eyes or ears Cut out two of those parts from cardboard and glue one over the other so that the one with patterns stays on top

Step 4 GlueGlue your shapes onto 4 pieces of cardboard Start with the scenery (trees and clouds) then glue on your characters then glue on their cool colored double-layered body parts to make them stand out As a result you will have 3D-like animals or any other items you want

Step 6 Draw Parts and Write MessagesYou can draw some fine elements into your collage using ordinary colorful markers You can also write a message on your collage with a marker Your creations are now ready to make your child smile

118| PicsArt Monthly

Danielrsquos Twisted Animal Crime LineupGreat artists know how to turn heads with their art and that is certainly the case with PicsArtist of the Month Daniel (n3cr0n0m1c0n) However when he turns heads he turns them into something else Daniel has recently unveiled a series of photos that replace the head of a human body with various animal heads - the only exception being an awesome Star Wars stormtrooper helmet

In each photo of the series Daniels body dons a different head Nevertheless he is shown wearing the same clothes - a leather jacket with a zipper that runs diagonally across his torso into the side of his collar The thing about Danielrsquos photos is that the details of their construction work really well together to create a dark artistic vision with grungy undertones

Despite this odd synergy each photo is posed with a nonchalance that seems to undermine the strangeness of it all every shot displaying the emotional expression of a criminal lineup or mugshot The body takes on a neutral stance and the animal heads stare with vacant expressions as if silently counting the seconds for the camera shutter to click so they can walk off and do something else The overall emotional effect is weird uneasy slightly comic and extremely captivating

PicsArt Monthly | 119

FEATURE Artist

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What advice would you give to amatuer photographers

Many of the students and amateurs who come to see me show me a little bit of everything That is unlikely to get you commissioned when you are starting out So I think itrsquos better to concentrate on one thing and do it very well at the beginning and then when that goes well you can branch out

PicsArt Monthly | 99

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PicsArt Monthly | 101

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Bewitched by BlightA building in ruins hangs together by what seems like threads One of the upper floors sags precariously just inches above the head of a young woman who strolls absent-mindedly with a teddy-bear in hand It seems possible that at any moment the whole structure could come crashing down Lady Luck we presume

Danny Aguirre (danny-aguirre-142) is the PicsArtist responsible for this Photo of the Month entitled Lady Luck Aguirre edited this image to perfection transplanting a young lively and vibrant woman into a world of decay In this manner the photo speaks to us through contrast

Darkly lit ruins once full of life now sit forgotten surrounded by sick yellow skies The deteriorating building bears down on an unwary and carefree youth (Lady Luck) ambling at the mercy of its behemonth broken structure In this peculiar and eerie scene Aguirre captivates his audience while conveying the promise of the unexpected

In an ever-changing world Aguirre has captured the aesthetic beauty of a building that has passed its prime However in its old age the building has become something else entirely a peculiar and curious space open to imaginative interpretation This is perhaps the luck that the young lady pictured in the image and Aguirres audience have stumbled upon an unexpected opportunity to reflect on the present in light of the past Through his creative vision Aguirre allows us to study ourselves and the physical structures we leave behind for future generations

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PicsArt Monthly | 103

104| PicsArt Monthly

A Photographerrsquos Guide to the US

The most unique shots in America and where to get them

Kelso San Dunes Mojave Desert

If yoursquore looking for a unique photography opportunity head for the Kelso Sand Dunes - mountainous piles of sand that seem to spring up from nowhere in the middle of the Mojave Desert The tallest dunes can rise up to 650 feet above the surrounding terrain In this setting a well-timed hike might allow you photograph the sunset from a phenomenal vantage point A couple words of caution be sure to take a flashlight in order to get back to your car and never go alone

If you donrsquot make it to the sand dunes dont despair The spectacular darkness of the Mojave desert translates into spectacular nighttime photography With almost no ambient light (apart from the stars and the vague glow over the horizon coming from Las Vegas) the Mojave is the perfect place to experiment with time lapse night shots and double exposures This is a surefire way to snap some fantastic shots

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FEATURE Destination

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The Redwood Forests California

If you drive down the west coast of California on Route 1 yoursquoll suddenly find yourself in a magical landscape of trees so tall that you feel like a tiny critter The redwood forests in California are truly a sight to behold and the deep ochre of the tree barks is spectacular to see

Driving through this area is fantastic but make sure that you park up and go exploring with your camera This is one of the best places for nature photography The way the light streams through the canopy in the late afternoon is nothing short of breathtaking a must see for every photographer

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Tucson Arizona

Tucson may not seem like a photographerrsquos haven and if you visit in July when the temperatures soar to over 100 degrees Fahrenheit it certainly wonrsquot feel like it either However the landscape of this often-forgotten city makes for some truly breathtaking sunsets and sunrises where flat land gives way to gorgeous mountains ensconced by sunlight

If you visit Tucson youll also find that it is an unlikely hotbed of culture and art With a history that goes back much further than many of its neighbors in the south west Tucson boasts remarkable architecture historic neighborhoods and museums not to mention the Mission San Xavier del Bac an 18th-century mission that is still functioning Whats more the city has a distinctly Western flavor in light of pervasive Native American and Mexican influences After the sun goes down yoursquoll also find art events and bars alive with music and bonding in a comfy college-town atmosphere which means that you can capture some great shots of people simply being themselves

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PicsArt Monthly | 115

DIY Wall Decorations for Kids Room

Artists start young so here we want to show how you can nurture art into a child by decorating his room so he starts seeing and valuing creativity from his early days

This DIY tutorial is so easy to do that if you have elder children you can involve them in the process of making these awsome wall hangings Make a collage in minutes that will be an impressive surprise for everyone and give you a proud piece of original artwork to hang on the wall in your kids room

For this project yoursquoll need a color printer markers scissors glue 2 pieces of ordinary cardboard and 4 equal-sized colorfull cardboards or canvas

Step 1 PrintFind some awesome characters online by either browsing clipart in the PicsArt Shop or googling cartoon images Also print out some basic colors or patterns to cut into shapes If you dont like the color of your background cardboards or canvases you can either color them with paint or print out patterns to make your backgrounds more colorful

Step 2 CutCut out your characters carefully and glue them on cardboard Now cut out the cardboard in the shape of your characters Be sure to cut out shapes for the scenery of your collage like clouds and trees There is no need to glue them on an additional cardboard if you do not want to make them look 3D

Step 3 Create 3D ElementsIdentify some parts of the animals you want to highlight like tails eyes or ears Cut out two of those parts from cardboard and glue one over the other so that the one with patterns stays on top

Step 4 GlueGlue your shapes onto 4 pieces of cardboard Start with the scenery (trees and clouds) then glue on your characters then glue on their cool colored double-layered body parts to make them stand out As a result you will have 3D-like animals or any other items you want

Step 6 Draw Parts and Write MessagesYou can draw some fine elements into your collage using ordinary colorful markers You can also write a message on your collage with a marker Your creations are now ready to make your child smile

118| PicsArt Monthly

Danielrsquos Twisted Animal Crime LineupGreat artists know how to turn heads with their art and that is certainly the case with PicsArtist of the Month Daniel (n3cr0n0m1c0n) However when he turns heads he turns them into something else Daniel has recently unveiled a series of photos that replace the head of a human body with various animal heads - the only exception being an awesome Star Wars stormtrooper helmet

In each photo of the series Daniels body dons a different head Nevertheless he is shown wearing the same clothes - a leather jacket with a zipper that runs diagonally across his torso into the side of his collar The thing about Danielrsquos photos is that the details of their construction work really well together to create a dark artistic vision with grungy undertones

Despite this odd synergy each photo is posed with a nonchalance that seems to undermine the strangeness of it all every shot displaying the emotional expression of a criminal lineup or mugshot The body takes on a neutral stance and the animal heads stare with vacant expressions as if silently counting the seconds for the camera shutter to click so they can walk off and do something else The overall emotional effect is weird uneasy slightly comic and extremely captivating

PicsArt Monthly | 119

FEATURE Artist

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PicsArt Monthly | 97

98| PicsArt Monthly

What advice would you give to amatuer photographers

Many of the students and amateurs who come to see me show me a little bit of everything That is unlikely to get you commissioned when you are starting out So I think itrsquos better to concentrate on one thing and do it very well at the beginning and then when that goes well you can branch out

PicsArt Monthly | 99

100| PicsArt Monthly

PicsArt Monthly | 101

102| PicsArt Monthly

Bewitched by BlightA building in ruins hangs together by what seems like threads One of the upper floors sags precariously just inches above the head of a young woman who strolls absent-mindedly with a teddy-bear in hand It seems possible that at any moment the whole structure could come crashing down Lady Luck we presume

Danny Aguirre (danny-aguirre-142) is the PicsArtist responsible for this Photo of the Month entitled Lady Luck Aguirre edited this image to perfection transplanting a young lively and vibrant woman into a world of decay In this manner the photo speaks to us through contrast

Darkly lit ruins once full of life now sit forgotten surrounded by sick yellow skies The deteriorating building bears down on an unwary and carefree youth (Lady Luck) ambling at the mercy of its behemonth broken structure In this peculiar and eerie scene Aguirre captivates his audience while conveying the promise of the unexpected

In an ever-changing world Aguirre has captured the aesthetic beauty of a building that has passed its prime However in its old age the building has become something else entirely a peculiar and curious space open to imaginative interpretation This is perhaps the luck that the young lady pictured in the image and Aguirres audience have stumbled upon an unexpected opportunity to reflect on the present in light of the past Through his creative vision Aguirre allows us to study ourselves and the physical structures we leave behind for future generations

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PicsArt Monthly | 103

104| PicsArt Monthly

A Photographerrsquos Guide to the US

The most unique shots in America and where to get them

Kelso San Dunes Mojave Desert

If yoursquore looking for a unique photography opportunity head for the Kelso Sand Dunes - mountainous piles of sand that seem to spring up from nowhere in the middle of the Mojave Desert The tallest dunes can rise up to 650 feet above the surrounding terrain In this setting a well-timed hike might allow you photograph the sunset from a phenomenal vantage point A couple words of caution be sure to take a flashlight in order to get back to your car and never go alone

If you donrsquot make it to the sand dunes dont despair The spectacular darkness of the Mojave desert translates into spectacular nighttime photography With almost no ambient light (apart from the stars and the vague glow over the horizon coming from Las Vegas) the Mojave is the perfect place to experiment with time lapse night shots and double exposures This is a surefire way to snap some fantastic shots

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PicsArt Monthly | 105 h

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FEATURE Destination

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108| PicsArt Monthly

The Redwood Forests California

If you drive down the west coast of California on Route 1 yoursquoll suddenly find yourself in a magical landscape of trees so tall that you feel like a tiny critter The redwood forests in California are truly a sight to behold and the deep ochre of the tree barks is spectacular to see

Driving through this area is fantastic but make sure that you park up and go exploring with your camera This is one of the best places for nature photography The way the light streams through the canopy in the late afternoon is nothing short of breathtaking a must see for every photographer

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Tucson Arizona

Tucson may not seem like a photographerrsquos haven and if you visit in July when the temperatures soar to over 100 degrees Fahrenheit it certainly wonrsquot feel like it either However the landscape of this often-forgotten city makes for some truly breathtaking sunsets and sunrises where flat land gives way to gorgeous mountains ensconced by sunlight

If you visit Tucson youll also find that it is an unlikely hotbed of culture and art With a history that goes back much further than many of its neighbors in the south west Tucson boasts remarkable architecture historic neighborhoods and museums not to mention the Mission San Xavier del Bac an 18th-century mission that is still functioning Whats more the city has a distinctly Western flavor in light of pervasive Native American and Mexican influences After the sun goes down yoursquoll also find art events and bars alive with music and bonding in a comfy college-town atmosphere which means that you can capture some great shots of people simply being themselves

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PicsArt Monthly | 115

DIY Wall Decorations for Kids Room

Artists start young so here we want to show how you can nurture art into a child by decorating his room so he starts seeing and valuing creativity from his early days

This DIY tutorial is so easy to do that if you have elder children you can involve them in the process of making these awsome wall hangings Make a collage in minutes that will be an impressive surprise for everyone and give you a proud piece of original artwork to hang on the wall in your kids room

For this project yoursquoll need a color printer markers scissors glue 2 pieces of ordinary cardboard and 4 equal-sized colorfull cardboards or canvas

Step 1 PrintFind some awesome characters online by either browsing clipart in the PicsArt Shop or googling cartoon images Also print out some basic colors or patterns to cut into shapes If you dont like the color of your background cardboards or canvases you can either color them with paint or print out patterns to make your backgrounds more colorful

Step 2 CutCut out your characters carefully and glue them on cardboard Now cut out the cardboard in the shape of your characters Be sure to cut out shapes for the scenery of your collage like clouds and trees There is no need to glue them on an additional cardboard if you do not want to make them look 3D

Step 3 Create 3D ElementsIdentify some parts of the animals you want to highlight like tails eyes or ears Cut out two of those parts from cardboard and glue one over the other so that the one with patterns stays on top

Step 4 GlueGlue your shapes onto 4 pieces of cardboard Start with the scenery (trees and clouds) then glue on your characters then glue on their cool colored double-layered body parts to make them stand out As a result you will have 3D-like animals or any other items you want

Step 6 Draw Parts and Write MessagesYou can draw some fine elements into your collage using ordinary colorful markers You can also write a message on your collage with a marker Your creations are now ready to make your child smile

118| PicsArt Monthly

Danielrsquos Twisted Animal Crime LineupGreat artists know how to turn heads with their art and that is certainly the case with PicsArtist of the Month Daniel (n3cr0n0m1c0n) However when he turns heads he turns them into something else Daniel has recently unveiled a series of photos that replace the head of a human body with various animal heads - the only exception being an awesome Star Wars stormtrooper helmet

In each photo of the series Daniels body dons a different head Nevertheless he is shown wearing the same clothes - a leather jacket with a zipper that runs diagonally across his torso into the side of his collar The thing about Danielrsquos photos is that the details of their construction work really well together to create a dark artistic vision with grungy undertones

Despite this odd synergy each photo is posed with a nonchalance that seems to undermine the strangeness of it all every shot displaying the emotional expression of a criminal lineup or mugshot The body takes on a neutral stance and the animal heads stare with vacant expressions as if silently counting the seconds for the camera shutter to click so they can walk off and do something else The overall emotional effect is weird uneasy slightly comic and extremely captivating

PicsArt Monthly | 119

FEATURE Artist

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PicsArt Monthly | 121

122| PicsArt Monthly

PicsArt Monthly | 123

124| PicsArt Monthly

PicsArt Monthly | 97

98| PicsArt Monthly

What advice would you give to amatuer photographers

Many of the students and amateurs who come to see me show me a little bit of everything That is unlikely to get you commissioned when you are starting out So I think itrsquos better to concentrate on one thing and do it very well at the beginning and then when that goes well you can branch out

PicsArt Monthly | 99

100| PicsArt Monthly

PicsArt Monthly | 101

102| PicsArt Monthly

Bewitched by BlightA building in ruins hangs together by what seems like threads One of the upper floors sags precariously just inches above the head of a young woman who strolls absent-mindedly with a teddy-bear in hand It seems possible that at any moment the whole structure could come crashing down Lady Luck we presume

Danny Aguirre (danny-aguirre-142) is the PicsArtist responsible for this Photo of the Month entitled Lady Luck Aguirre edited this image to perfection transplanting a young lively and vibrant woman into a world of decay In this manner the photo speaks to us through contrast

Darkly lit ruins once full of life now sit forgotten surrounded by sick yellow skies The deteriorating building bears down on an unwary and carefree youth (Lady Luck) ambling at the mercy of its behemonth broken structure In this peculiar and eerie scene Aguirre captivates his audience while conveying the promise of the unexpected

In an ever-changing world Aguirre has captured the aesthetic beauty of a building that has passed its prime However in its old age the building has become something else entirely a peculiar and curious space open to imaginative interpretation This is perhaps the luck that the young lady pictured in the image and Aguirres audience have stumbled upon an unexpected opportunity to reflect on the present in light of the past Through his creative vision Aguirre allows us to study ourselves and the physical structures we leave behind for future generations

d

anny

-agu

irre

-14

2

PicsArt Monthly | 103

104| PicsArt Monthly

A Photographerrsquos Guide to the US

The most unique shots in America and where to get them

Kelso San Dunes Mojave Desert

If yoursquore looking for a unique photography opportunity head for the Kelso Sand Dunes - mountainous piles of sand that seem to spring up from nowhere in the middle of the Mojave Desert The tallest dunes can rise up to 650 feet above the surrounding terrain In this setting a well-timed hike might allow you photograph the sunset from a phenomenal vantage point A couple words of caution be sure to take a flashlight in order to get back to your car and never go alone

If you donrsquot make it to the sand dunes dont despair The spectacular darkness of the Mojave desert translates into spectacular nighttime photography With almost no ambient light (apart from the stars and the vague glow over the horizon coming from Las Vegas) the Mojave is the perfect place to experiment with time lapse night shots and double exposures This is a surefire way to snap some fantastic shots

h

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PicsArt Monthly | 105 h

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FEATURE Destination

106| PicsArt Monthly

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PicsArt Monthly | 107

108| PicsArt Monthly

The Redwood Forests California

If you drive down the west coast of California on Route 1 yoursquoll suddenly find yourself in a magical landscape of trees so tall that you feel like a tiny critter The redwood forests in California are truly a sight to behold and the deep ochre of the tree barks is spectacular to see

Driving through this area is fantastic but make sure that you park up and go exploring with your camera This is one of the best places for nature photography The way the light streams through the canopy in the late afternoon is nothing short of breathtaking a must see for every photographer

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Tucson Arizona

Tucson may not seem like a photographerrsquos haven and if you visit in July when the temperatures soar to over 100 degrees Fahrenheit it certainly wonrsquot feel like it either However the landscape of this often-forgotten city makes for some truly breathtaking sunsets and sunrises where flat land gives way to gorgeous mountains ensconced by sunlight

If you visit Tucson youll also find that it is an unlikely hotbed of culture and art With a history that goes back much further than many of its neighbors in the south west Tucson boasts remarkable architecture historic neighborhoods and museums not to mention the Mission San Xavier del Bac an 18th-century mission that is still functioning Whats more the city has a distinctly Western flavor in light of pervasive Native American and Mexican influences After the sun goes down yoursquoll also find art events and bars alive with music and bonding in a comfy college-town atmosphere which means that you can capture some great shots of people simply being themselves

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DIY Wall Decorations for Kids Room

Artists start young so here we want to show how you can nurture art into a child by decorating his room so he starts seeing and valuing creativity from his early days

This DIY tutorial is so easy to do that if you have elder children you can involve them in the process of making these awsome wall hangings Make a collage in minutes that will be an impressive surprise for everyone and give you a proud piece of original artwork to hang on the wall in your kids room

For this project yoursquoll need a color printer markers scissors glue 2 pieces of ordinary cardboard and 4 equal-sized colorfull cardboards or canvas

Step 1 PrintFind some awesome characters online by either browsing clipart in the PicsArt Shop or googling cartoon images Also print out some basic colors or patterns to cut into shapes If you dont like the color of your background cardboards or canvases you can either color them with paint or print out patterns to make your backgrounds more colorful

Step 2 CutCut out your characters carefully and glue them on cardboard Now cut out the cardboard in the shape of your characters Be sure to cut out shapes for the scenery of your collage like clouds and trees There is no need to glue them on an additional cardboard if you do not want to make them look 3D

Step 3 Create 3D ElementsIdentify some parts of the animals you want to highlight like tails eyes or ears Cut out two of those parts from cardboard and glue one over the other so that the one with patterns stays on top

Step 4 GlueGlue your shapes onto 4 pieces of cardboard Start with the scenery (trees and clouds) then glue on your characters then glue on their cool colored double-layered body parts to make them stand out As a result you will have 3D-like animals or any other items you want

Step 6 Draw Parts and Write MessagesYou can draw some fine elements into your collage using ordinary colorful markers You can also write a message on your collage with a marker Your creations are now ready to make your child smile

118| PicsArt Monthly

Danielrsquos Twisted Animal Crime LineupGreat artists know how to turn heads with their art and that is certainly the case with PicsArtist of the Month Daniel (n3cr0n0m1c0n) However when he turns heads he turns them into something else Daniel has recently unveiled a series of photos that replace the head of a human body with various animal heads - the only exception being an awesome Star Wars stormtrooper helmet

In each photo of the series Daniels body dons a different head Nevertheless he is shown wearing the same clothes - a leather jacket with a zipper that runs diagonally across his torso into the side of his collar The thing about Danielrsquos photos is that the details of their construction work really well together to create a dark artistic vision with grungy undertones

Despite this odd synergy each photo is posed with a nonchalance that seems to undermine the strangeness of it all every shot displaying the emotional expression of a criminal lineup or mugshot The body takes on a neutral stance and the animal heads stare with vacant expressions as if silently counting the seconds for the camera shutter to click so they can walk off and do something else The overall emotional effect is weird uneasy slightly comic and extremely captivating

PicsArt Monthly | 119

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What advice would you give to amatuer photographers

Many of the students and amateurs who come to see me show me a little bit of everything That is unlikely to get you commissioned when you are starting out So I think itrsquos better to concentrate on one thing and do it very well at the beginning and then when that goes well you can branch out

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Bewitched by BlightA building in ruins hangs together by what seems like threads One of the upper floors sags precariously just inches above the head of a young woman who strolls absent-mindedly with a teddy-bear in hand It seems possible that at any moment the whole structure could come crashing down Lady Luck we presume

Danny Aguirre (danny-aguirre-142) is the PicsArtist responsible for this Photo of the Month entitled Lady Luck Aguirre edited this image to perfection transplanting a young lively and vibrant woman into a world of decay In this manner the photo speaks to us through contrast

Darkly lit ruins once full of life now sit forgotten surrounded by sick yellow skies The deteriorating building bears down on an unwary and carefree youth (Lady Luck) ambling at the mercy of its behemonth broken structure In this peculiar and eerie scene Aguirre captivates his audience while conveying the promise of the unexpected

In an ever-changing world Aguirre has captured the aesthetic beauty of a building that has passed its prime However in its old age the building has become something else entirely a peculiar and curious space open to imaginative interpretation This is perhaps the luck that the young lady pictured in the image and Aguirres audience have stumbled upon an unexpected opportunity to reflect on the present in light of the past Through his creative vision Aguirre allows us to study ourselves and the physical structures we leave behind for future generations

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A Photographerrsquos Guide to the US

The most unique shots in America and where to get them

Kelso San Dunes Mojave Desert

If yoursquore looking for a unique photography opportunity head for the Kelso Sand Dunes - mountainous piles of sand that seem to spring up from nowhere in the middle of the Mojave Desert The tallest dunes can rise up to 650 feet above the surrounding terrain In this setting a well-timed hike might allow you photograph the sunset from a phenomenal vantage point A couple words of caution be sure to take a flashlight in order to get back to your car and never go alone

If you donrsquot make it to the sand dunes dont despair The spectacular darkness of the Mojave desert translates into spectacular nighttime photography With almost no ambient light (apart from the stars and the vague glow over the horizon coming from Las Vegas) the Mojave is the perfect place to experiment with time lapse night shots and double exposures This is a surefire way to snap some fantastic shots

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The Redwood Forests California

If you drive down the west coast of California on Route 1 yoursquoll suddenly find yourself in a magical landscape of trees so tall that you feel like a tiny critter The redwood forests in California are truly a sight to behold and the deep ochre of the tree barks is spectacular to see

Driving through this area is fantastic but make sure that you park up and go exploring with your camera This is one of the best places for nature photography The way the light streams through the canopy in the late afternoon is nothing short of breathtaking a must see for every photographer

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Tucson Arizona

Tucson may not seem like a photographerrsquos haven and if you visit in July when the temperatures soar to over 100 degrees Fahrenheit it certainly wonrsquot feel like it either However the landscape of this often-forgotten city makes for some truly breathtaking sunsets and sunrises where flat land gives way to gorgeous mountains ensconced by sunlight

If you visit Tucson youll also find that it is an unlikely hotbed of culture and art With a history that goes back much further than many of its neighbors in the south west Tucson boasts remarkable architecture historic neighborhoods and museums not to mention the Mission San Xavier del Bac an 18th-century mission that is still functioning Whats more the city has a distinctly Western flavor in light of pervasive Native American and Mexican influences After the sun goes down yoursquoll also find art events and bars alive with music and bonding in a comfy college-town atmosphere which means that you can capture some great shots of people simply being themselves

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DIY Wall Decorations for Kids Room

Artists start young so here we want to show how you can nurture art into a child by decorating his room so he starts seeing and valuing creativity from his early days

This DIY tutorial is so easy to do that if you have elder children you can involve them in the process of making these awsome wall hangings Make a collage in minutes that will be an impressive surprise for everyone and give you a proud piece of original artwork to hang on the wall in your kids room

For this project yoursquoll need a color printer markers scissors glue 2 pieces of ordinary cardboard and 4 equal-sized colorfull cardboards or canvas

Step 1 PrintFind some awesome characters online by either browsing clipart in the PicsArt Shop or googling cartoon images Also print out some basic colors or patterns to cut into shapes If you dont like the color of your background cardboards or canvases you can either color them with paint or print out patterns to make your backgrounds more colorful

Step 2 CutCut out your characters carefully and glue them on cardboard Now cut out the cardboard in the shape of your characters Be sure to cut out shapes for the scenery of your collage like clouds and trees There is no need to glue them on an additional cardboard if you do not want to make them look 3D

Step 3 Create 3D ElementsIdentify some parts of the animals you want to highlight like tails eyes or ears Cut out two of those parts from cardboard and glue one over the other so that the one with patterns stays on top

Step 4 GlueGlue your shapes onto 4 pieces of cardboard Start with the scenery (trees and clouds) then glue on your characters then glue on their cool colored double-layered body parts to make them stand out As a result you will have 3D-like animals or any other items you want

Step 6 Draw Parts and Write MessagesYou can draw some fine elements into your collage using ordinary colorful markers You can also write a message on your collage with a marker Your creations are now ready to make your child smile

118| PicsArt Monthly

Danielrsquos Twisted Animal Crime LineupGreat artists know how to turn heads with their art and that is certainly the case with PicsArtist of the Month Daniel (n3cr0n0m1c0n) However when he turns heads he turns them into something else Daniel has recently unveiled a series of photos that replace the head of a human body with various animal heads - the only exception being an awesome Star Wars stormtrooper helmet

In each photo of the series Daniels body dons a different head Nevertheless he is shown wearing the same clothes - a leather jacket with a zipper that runs diagonally across his torso into the side of his collar The thing about Danielrsquos photos is that the details of their construction work really well together to create a dark artistic vision with grungy undertones

Despite this odd synergy each photo is posed with a nonchalance that seems to undermine the strangeness of it all every shot displaying the emotional expression of a criminal lineup or mugshot The body takes on a neutral stance and the animal heads stare with vacant expressions as if silently counting the seconds for the camera shutter to click so they can walk off and do something else The overall emotional effect is weird uneasy slightly comic and extremely captivating

PicsArt Monthly | 119

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Bewitched by BlightA building in ruins hangs together by what seems like threads One of the upper floors sags precariously just inches above the head of a young woman who strolls absent-mindedly with a teddy-bear in hand It seems possible that at any moment the whole structure could come crashing down Lady Luck we presume

Danny Aguirre (danny-aguirre-142) is the PicsArtist responsible for this Photo of the Month entitled Lady Luck Aguirre edited this image to perfection transplanting a young lively and vibrant woman into a world of decay In this manner the photo speaks to us through contrast

Darkly lit ruins once full of life now sit forgotten surrounded by sick yellow skies The deteriorating building bears down on an unwary and carefree youth (Lady Luck) ambling at the mercy of its behemonth broken structure In this peculiar and eerie scene Aguirre captivates his audience while conveying the promise of the unexpected

In an ever-changing world Aguirre has captured the aesthetic beauty of a building that has passed its prime However in its old age the building has become something else entirely a peculiar and curious space open to imaginative interpretation This is perhaps the luck that the young lady pictured in the image and Aguirres audience have stumbled upon an unexpected opportunity to reflect on the present in light of the past Through his creative vision Aguirre allows us to study ourselves and the physical structures we leave behind for future generations

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PicsArt Monthly | 103

104| PicsArt Monthly

A Photographerrsquos Guide to the US

The most unique shots in America and where to get them

Kelso San Dunes Mojave Desert

If yoursquore looking for a unique photography opportunity head for the Kelso Sand Dunes - mountainous piles of sand that seem to spring up from nowhere in the middle of the Mojave Desert The tallest dunes can rise up to 650 feet above the surrounding terrain In this setting a well-timed hike might allow you photograph the sunset from a phenomenal vantage point A couple words of caution be sure to take a flashlight in order to get back to your car and never go alone

If you donrsquot make it to the sand dunes dont despair The spectacular darkness of the Mojave desert translates into spectacular nighttime photography With almost no ambient light (apart from the stars and the vague glow over the horizon coming from Las Vegas) the Mojave is the perfect place to experiment with time lapse night shots and double exposures This is a surefire way to snap some fantastic shots

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The Redwood Forests California

If you drive down the west coast of California on Route 1 yoursquoll suddenly find yourself in a magical landscape of trees so tall that you feel like a tiny critter The redwood forests in California are truly a sight to behold and the deep ochre of the tree barks is spectacular to see

Driving through this area is fantastic but make sure that you park up and go exploring with your camera This is one of the best places for nature photography The way the light streams through the canopy in the late afternoon is nothing short of breathtaking a must see for every photographer

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Tucson Arizona

Tucson may not seem like a photographerrsquos haven and if you visit in July when the temperatures soar to over 100 degrees Fahrenheit it certainly wonrsquot feel like it either However the landscape of this often-forgotten city makes for some truly breathtaking sunsets and sunrises where flat land gives way to gorgeous mountains ensconced by sunlight

If you visit Tucson youll also find that it is an unlikely hotbed of culture and art With a history that goes back much further than many of its neighbors in the south west Tucson boasts remarkable architecture historic neighborhoods and museums not to mention the Mission San Xavier del Bac an 18th-century mission that is still functioning Whats more the city has a distinctly Western flavor in light of pervasive Native American and Mexican influences After the sun goes down yoursquoll also find art events and bars alive with music and bonding in a comfy college-town atmosphere which means that you can capture some great shots of people simply being themselves

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PicsArt Monthly | 115

DIY Wall Decorations for Kids Room

Artists start young so here we want to show how you can nurture art into a child by decorating his room so he starts seeing and valuing creativity from his early days

This DIY tutorial is so easy to do that if you have elder children you can involve them in the process of making these awsome wall hangings Make a collage in minutes that will be an impressive surprise for everyone and give you a proud piece of original artwork to hang on the wall in your kids room

For this project yoursquoll need a color printer markers scissors glue 2 pieces of ordinary cardboard and 4 equal-sized colorfull cardboards or canvas

Step 1 PrintFind some awesome characters online by either browsing clipart in the PicsArt Shop or googling cartoon images Also print out some basic colors or patterns to cut into shapes If you dont like the color of your background cardboards or canvases you can either color them with paint or print out patterns to make your backgrounds more colorful

Step 2 CutCut out your characters carefully and glue them on cardboard Now cut out the cardboard in the shape of your characters Be sure to cut out shapes for the scenery of your collage like clouds and trees There is no need to glue them on an additional cardboard if you do not want to make them look 3D

Step 3 Create 3D ElementsIdentify some parts of the animals you want to highlight like tails eyes or ears Cut out two of those parts from cardboard and glue one over the other so that the one with patterns stays on top

Step 4 GlueGlue your shapes onto 4 pieces of cardboard Start with the scenery (trees and clouds) then glue on your characters then glue on their cool colored double-layered body parts to make them stand out As a result you will have 3D-like animals or any other items you want

Step 6 Draw Parts and Write MessagesYou can draw some fine elements into your collage using ordinary colorful markers You can also write a message on your collage with a marker Your creations are now ready to make your child smile

118| PicsArt Monthly

Danielrsquos Twisted Animal Crime LineupGreat artists know how to turn heads with their art and that is certainly the case with PicsArtist of the Month Daniel (n3cr0n0m1c0n) However when he turns heads he turns them into something else Daniel has recently unveiled a series of photos that replace the head of a human body with various animal heads - the only exception being an awesome Star Wars stormtrooper helmet

In each photo of the series Daniels body dons a different head Nevertheless he is shown wearing the same clothes - a leather jacket with a zipper that runs diagonally across his torso into the side of his collar The thing about Danielrsquos photos is that the details of their construction work really well together to create a dark artistic vision with grungy undertones

Despite this odd synergy each photo is posed with a nonchalance that seems to undermine the strangeness of it all every shot displaying the emotional expression of a criminal lineup or mugshot The body takes on a neutral stance and the animal heads stare with vacant expressions as if silently counting the seconds for the camera shutter to click so they can walk off and do something else The overall emotional effect is weird uneasy slightly comic and extremely captivating

PicsArt Monthly | 119

FEATURE Artist

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Bewitched by BlightA building in ruins hangs together by what seems like threads One of the upper floors sags precariously just inches above the head of a young woman who strolls absent-mindedly with a teddy-bear in hand It seems possible that at any moment the whole structure could come crashing down Lady Luck we presume

Danny Aguirre (danny-aguirre-142) is the PicsArtist responsible for this Photo of the Month entitled Lady Luck Aguirre edited this image to perfection transplanting a young lively and vibrant woman into a world of decay In this manner the photo speaks to us through contrast

Darkly lit ruins once full of life now sit forgotten surrounded by sick yellow skies The deteriorating building bears down on an unwary and carefree youth (Lady Luck) ambling at the mercy of its behemonth broken structure In this peculiar and eerie scene Aguirre captivates his audience while conveying the promise of the unexpected

In an ever-changing world Aguirre has captured the aesthetic beauty of a building that has passed its prime However in its old age the building has become something else entirely a peculiar and curious space open to imaginative interpretation This is perhaps the luck that the young lady pictured in the image and Aguirres audience have stumbled upon an unexpected opportunity to reflect on the present in light of the past Through his creative vision Aguirre allows us to study ourselves and the physical structures we leave behind for future generations

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PicsArt Monthly | 103

104| PicsArt Monthly

A Photographerrsquos Guide to the US

The most unique shots in America and where to get them

Kelso San Dunes Mojave Desert

If yoursquore looking for a unique photography opportunity head for the Kelso Sand Dunes - mountainous piles of sand that seem to spring up from nowhere in the middle of the Mojave Desert The tallest dunes can rise up to 650 feet above the surrounding terrain In this setting a well-timed hike might allow you photograph the sunset from a phenomenal vantage point A couple words of caution be sure to take a flashlight in order to get back to your car and never go alone

If you donrsquot make it to the sand dunes dont despair The spectacular darkness of the Mojave desert translates into spectacular nighttime photography With almost no ambient light (apart from the stars and the vague glow over the horizon coming from Las Vegas) the Mojave is the perfect place to experiment with time lapse night shots and double exposures This is a surefire way to snap some fantastic shots

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FEATURE Destination

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The Redwood Forests California

If you drive down the west coast of California on Route 1 yoursquoll suddenly find yourself in a magical landscape of trees so tall that you feel like a tiny critter The redwood forests in California are truly a sight to behold and the deep ochre of the tree barks is spectacular to see

Driving through this area is fantastic but make sure that you park up and go exploring with your camera This is one of the best places for nature photography The way the light streams through the canopy in the late afternoon is nothing short of breathtaking a must see for every photographer

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Tucson Arizona

Tucson may not seem like a photographerrsquos haven and if you visit in July when the temperatures soar to over 100 degrees Fahrenheit it certainly wonrsquot feel like it either However the landscape of this often-forgotten city makes for some truly breathtaking sunsets and sunrises where flat land gives way to gorgeous mountains ensconced by sunlight

If you visit Tucson youll also find that it is an unlikely hotbed of culture and art With a history that goes back much further than many of its neighbors in the south west Tucson boasts remarkable architecture historic neighborhoods and museums not to mention the Mission San Xavier del Bac an 18th-century mission that is still functioning Whats more the city has a distinctly Western flavor in light of pervasive Native American and Mexican influences After the sun goes down yoursquoll also find art events and bars alive with music and bonding in a comfy college-town atmosphere which means that you can capture some great shots of people simply being themselves

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PicsArt Monthly | 115

DIY Wall Decorations for Kids Room

Artists start young so here we want to show how you can nurture art into a child by decorating his room so he starts seeing and valuing creativity from his early days

This DIY tutorial is so easy to do that if you have elder children you can involve them in the process of making these awsome wall hangings Make a collage in minutes that will be an impressive surprise for everyone and give you a proud piece of original artwork to hang on the wall in your kids room

For this project yoursquoll need a color printer markers scissors glue 2 pieces of ordinary cardboard and 4 equal-sized colorfull cardboards or canvas

Step 1 PrintFind some awesome characters online by either browsing clipart in the PicsArt Shop or googling cartoon images Also print out some basic colors or patterns to cut into shapes If you dont like the color of your background cardboards or canvases you can either color them with paint or print out patterns to make your backgrounds more colorful

Step 2 CutCut out your characters carefully and glue them on cardboard Now cut out the cardboard in the shape of your characters Be sure to cut out shapes for the scenery of your collage like clouds and trees There is no need to glue them on an additional cardboard if you do not want to make them look 3D

Step 3 Create 3D ElementsIdentify some parts of the animals you want to highlight like tails eyes or ears Cut out two of those parts from cardboard and glue one over the other so that the one with patterns stays on top

Step 4 GlueGlue your shapes onto 4 pieces of cardboard Start with the scenery (trees and clouds) then glue on your characters then glue on their cool colored double-layered body parts to make them stand out As a result you will have 3D-like animals or any other items you want

Step 6 Draw Parts and Write MessagesYou can draw some fine elements into your collage using ordinary colorful markers You can also write a message on your collage with a marker Your creations are now ready to make your child smile

118| PicsArt Monthly

Danielrsquos Twisted Animal Crime LineupGreat artists know how to turn heads with their art and that is certainly the case with PicsArtist of the Month Daniel (n3cr0n0m1c0n) However when he turns heads he turns them into something else Daniel has recently unveiled a series of photos that replace the head of a human body with various animal heads - the only exception being an awesome Star Wars stormtrooper helmet

In each photo of the series Daniels body dons a different head Nevertheless he is shown wearing the same clothes - a leather jacket with a zipper that runs diagonally across his torso into the side of his collar The thing about Danielrsquos photos is that the details of their construction work really well together to create a dark artistic vision with grungy undertones

Despite this odd synergy each photo is posed with a nonchalance that seems to undermine the strangeness of it all every shot displaying the emotional expression of a criminal lineup or mugshot The body takes on a neutral stance and the animal heads stare with vacant expressions as if silently counting the seconds for the camera shutter to click so they can walk off and do something else The overall emotional effect is weird uneasy slightly comic and extremely captivating

PicsArt Monthly | 119

FEATURE Artist

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Bewitched by BlightA building in ruins hangs together by what seems like threads One of the upper floors sags precariously just inches above the head of a young woman who strolls absent-mindedly with a teddy-bear in hand It seems possible that at any moment the whole structure could come crashing down Lady Luck we presume

Danny Aguirre (danny-aguirre-142) is the PicsArtist responsible for this Photo of the Month entitled Lady Luck Aguirre edited this image to perfection transplanting a young lively and vibrant woman into a world of decay In this manner the photo speaks to us through contrast

Darkly lit ruins once full of life now sit forgotten surrounded by sick yellow skies The deteriorating building bears down on an unwary and carefree youth (Lady Luck) ambling at the mercy of its behemonth broken structure In this peculiar and eerie scene Aguirre captivates his audience while conveying the promise of the unexpected

In an ever-changing world Aguirre has captured the aesthetic beauty of a building that has passed its prime However in its old age the building has become something else entirely a peculiar and curious space open to imaginative interpretation This is perhaps the luck that the young lady pictured in the image and Aguirres audience have stumbled upon an unexpected opportunity to reflect on the present in light of the past Through his creative vision Aguirre allows us to study ourselves and the physical structures we leave behind for future generations

d

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-14

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PicsArt Monthly | 103

104| PicsArt Monthly

A Photographerrsquos Guide to the US

The most unique shots in America and where to get them

Kelso San Dunes Mojave Desert

If yoursquore looking for a unique photography opportunity head for the Kelso Sand Dunes - mountainous piles of sand that seem to spring up from nowhere in the middle of the Mojave Desert The tallest dunes can rise up to 650 feet above the surrounding terrain In this setting a well-timed hike might allow you photograph the sunset from a phenomenal vantage point A couple words of caution be sure to take a flashlight in order to get back to your car and never go alone

If you donrsquot make it to the sand dunes dont despair The spectacular darkness of the Mojave desert translates into spectacular nighttime photography With almost no ambient light (apart from the stars and the vague glow over the horizon coming from Las Vegas) the Mojave is the perfect place to experiment with time lapse night shots and double exposures This is a surefire way to snap some fantastic shots

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PicsArt Monthly | 105 h

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FEATURE Destination

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The Redwood Forests California

If you drive down the west coast of California on Route 1 yoursquoll suddenly find yourself in a magical landscape of trees so tall that you feel like a tiny critter The redwood forests in California are truly a sight to behold and the deep ochre of the tree barks is spectacular to see

Driving through this area is fantastic but make sure that you park up and go exploring with your camera This is one of the best places for nature photography The way the light streams through the canopy in the late afternoon is nothing short of breathtaking a must see for every photographer

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Tucson Arizona

Tucson may not seem like a photographerrsquos haven and if you visit in July when the temperatures soar to over 100 degrees Fahrenheit it certainly wonrsquot feel like it either However the landscape of this often-forgotten city makes for some truly breathtaking sunsets and sunrises where flat land gives way to gorgeous mountains ensconced by sunlight

If you visit Tucson youll also find that it is an unlikely hotbed of culture and art With a history that goes back much further than many of its neighbors in the south west Tucson boasts remarkable architecture historic neighborhoods and museums not to mention the Mission San Xavier del Bac an 18th-century mission that is still functioning Whats more the city has a distinctly Western flavor in light of pervasive Native American and Mexican influences After the sun goes down yoursquoll also find art events and bars alive with music and bonding in a comfy college-town atmosphere which means that you can capture some great shots of people simply being themselves

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PicsArt Monthly | 115

DIY Wall Decorations for Kids Room

Artists start young so here we want to show how you can nurture art into a child by decorating his room so he starts seeing and valuing creativity from his early days

This DIY tutorial is so easy to do that if you have elder children you can involve them in the process of making these awsome wall hangings Make a collage in minutes that will be an impressive surprise for everyone and give you a proud piece of original artwork to hang on the wall in your kids room

For this project yoursquoll need a color printer markers scissors glue 2 pieces of ordinary cardboard and 4 equal-sized colorfull cardboards or canvas

Step 1 PrintFind some awesome characters online by either browsing clipart in the PicsArt Shop or googling cartoon images Also print out some basic colors or patterns to cut into shapes If you dont like the color of your background cardboards or canvases you can either color them with paint or print out patterns to make your backgrounds more colorful

Step 2 CutCut out your characters carefully and glue them on cardboard Now cut out the cardboard in the shape of your characters Be sure to cut out shapes for the scenery of your collage like clouds and trees There is no need to glue them on an additional cardboard if you do not want to make them look 3D

Step 3 Create 3D ElementsIdentify some parts of the animals you want to highlight like tails eyes or ears Cut out two of those parts from cardboard and glue one over the other so that the one with patterns stays on top

Step 4 GlueGlue your shapes onto 4 pieces of cardboard Start with the scenery (trees and clouds) then glue on your characters then glue on their cool colored double-layered body parts to make them stand out As a result you will have 3D-like animals or any other items you want

Step 6 Draw Parts and Write MessagesYou can draw some fine elements into your collage using ordinary colorful markers You can also write a message on your collage with a marker Your creations are now ready to make your child smile

118| PicsArt Monthly

Danielrsquos Twisted Animal Crime LineupGreat artists know how to turn heads with their art and that is certainly the case with PicsArtist of the Month Daniel (n3cr0n0m1c0n) However when he turns heads he turns them into something else Daniel has recently unveiled a series of photos that replace the head of a human body with various animal heads - the only exception being an awesome Star Wars stormtrooper helmet

In each photo of the series Daniels body dons a different head Nevertheless he is shown wearing the same clothes - a leather jacket with a zipper that runs diagonally across his torso into the side of his collar The thing about Danielrsquos photos is that the details of their construction work really well together to create a dark artistic vision with grungy undertones

Despite this odd synergy each photo is posed with a nonchalance that seems to undermine the strangeness of it all every shot displaying the emotional expression of a criminal lineup or mugshot The body takes on a neutral stance and the animal heads stare with vacant expressions as if silently counting the seconds for the camera shutter to click so they can walk off and do something else The overall emotional effect is weird uneasy slightly comic and extremely captivating

PicsArt Monthly | 119

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Bewitched by BlightA building in ruins hangs together by what seems like threads One of the upper floors sags precariously just inches above the head of a young woman who strolls absent-mindedly with a teddy-bear in hand It seems possible that at any moment the whole structure could come crashing down Lady Luck we presume

Danny Aguirre (danny-aguirre-142) is the PicsArtist responsible for this Photo of the Month entitled Lady Luck Aguirre edited this image to perfection transplanting a young lively and vibrant woman into a world of decay In this manner the photo speaks to us through contrast

Darkly lit ruins once full of life now sit forgotten surrounded by sick yellow skies The deteriorating building bears down on an unwary and carefree youth (Lady Luck) ambling at the mercy of its behemonth broken structure In this peculiar and eerie scene Aguirre captivates his audience while conveying the promise of the unexpected

In an ever-changing world Aguirre has captured the aesthetic beauty of a building that has passed its prime However in its old age the building has become something else entirely a peculiar and curious space open to imaginative interpretation This is perhaps the luck that the young lady pictured in the image and Aguirres audience have stumbled upon an unexpected opportunity to reflect on the present in light of the past Through his creative vision Aguirre allows us to study ourselves and the physical structures we leave behind for future generations

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A Photographerrsquos Guide to the US

The most unique shots in America and where to get them

Kelso San Dunes Mojave Desert

If yoursquore looking for a unique photography opportunity head for the Kelso Sand Dunes - mountainous piles of sand that seem to spring up from nowhere in the middle of the Mojave Desert The tallest dunes can rise up to 650 feet above the surrounding terrain In this setting a well-timed hike might allow you photograph the sunset from a phenomenal vantage point A couple words of caution be sure to take a flashlight in order to get back to your car and never go alone

If you donrsquot make it to the sand dunes dont despair The spectacular darkness of the Mojave desert translates into spectacular nighttime photography With almost no ambient light (apart from the stars and the vague glow over the horizon coming from Las Vegas) the Mojave is the perfect place to experiment with time lapse night shots and double exposures This is a surefire way to snap some fantastic shots

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The Redwood Forests California

If you drive down the west coast of California on Route 1 yoursquoll suddenly find yourself in a magical landscape of trees so tall that you feel like a tiny critter The redwood forests in California are truly a sight to behold and the deep ochre of the tree barks is spectacular to see

Driving through this area is fantastic but make sure that you park up and go exploring with your camera This is one of the best places for nature photography The way the light streams through the canopy in the late afternoon is nothing short of breathtaking a must see for every photographer

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Tucson Arizona

Tucson may not seem like a photographerrsquos haven and if you visit in July when the temperatures soar to over 100 degrees Fahrenheit it certainly wonrsquot feel like it either However the landscape of this often-forgotten city makes for some truly breathtaking sunsets and sunrises where flat land gives way to gorgeous mountains ensconced by sunlight

If you visit Tucson youll also find that it is an unlikely hotbed of culture and art With a history that goes back much further than many of its neighbors in the south west Tucson boasts remarkable architecture historic neighborhoods and museums not to mention the Mission San Xavier del Bac an 18th-century mission that is still functioning Whats more the city has a distinctly Western flavor in light of pervasive Native American and Mexican influences After the sun goes down yoursquoll also find art events and bars alive with music and bonding in a comfy college-town atmosphere which means that you can capture some great shots of people simply being themselves

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PicsArt Monthly | 115

DIY Wall Decorations for Kids Room

Artists start young so here we want to show how you can nurture art into a child by decorating his room so he starts seeing and valuing creativity from his early days

This DIY tutorial is so easy to do that if you have elder children you can involve them in the process of making these awsome wall hangings Make a collage in minutes that will be an impressive surprise for everyone and give you a proud piece of original artwork to hang on the wall in your kids room

For this project yoursquoll need a color printer markers scissors glue 2 pieces of ordinary cardboard and 4 equal-sized colorfull cardboards or canvas

Step 1 PrintFind some awesome characters online by either browsing clipart in the PicsArt Shop or googling cartoon images Also print out some basic colors or patterns to cut into shapes If you dont like the color of your background cardboards or canvases you can either color them with paint or print out patterns to make your backgrounds more colorful

Step 2 CutCut out your characters carefully and glue them on cardboard Now cut out the cardboard in the shape of your characters Be sure to cut out shapes for the scenery of your collage like clouds and trees There is no need to glue them on an additional cardboard if you do not want to make them look 3D

Step 3 Create 3D ElementsIdentify some parts of the animals you want to highlight like tails eyes or ears Cut out two of those parts from cardboard and glue one over the other so that the one with patterns stays on top

Step 4 GlueGlue your shapes onto 4 pieces of cardboard Start with the scenery (trees and clouds) then glue on your characters then glue on their cool colored double-layered body parts to make them stand out As a result you will have 3D-like animals or any other items you want

Step 6 Draw Parts and Write MessagesYou can draw some fine elements into your collage using ordinary colorful markers You can also write a message on your collage with a marker Your creations are now ready to make your child smile

118| PicsArt Monthly

Danielrsquos Twisted Animal Crime LineupGreat artists know how to turn heads with their art and that is certainly the case with PicsArtist of the Month Daniel (n3cr0n0m1c0n) However when he turns heads he turns them into something else Daniel has recently unveiled a series of photos that replace the head of a human body with various animal heads - the only exception being an awesome Star Wars stormtrooper helmet

In each photo of the series Daniels body dons a different head Nevertheless he is shown wearing the same clothes - a leather jacket with a zipper that runs diagonally across his torso into the side of his collar The thing about Danielrsquos photos is that the details of their construction work really well together to create a dark artistic vision with grungy undertones

Despite this odd synergy each photo is posed with a nonchalance that seems to undermine the strangeness of it all every shot displaying the emotional expression of a criminal lineup or mugshot The body takes on a neutral stance and the animal heads stare with vacant expressions as if silently counting the seconds for the camera shutter to click so they can walk off and do something else The overall emotional effect is weird uneasy slightly comic and extremely captivating

PicsArt Monthly | 119

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A Photographerrsquos Guide to the US

The most unique shots in America and where to get them

Kelso San Dunes Mojave Desert

If yoursquore looking for a unique photography opportunity head for the Kelso Sand Dunes - mountainous piles of sand that seem to spring up from nowhere in the middle of the Mojave Desert The tallest dunes can rise up to 650 feet above the surrounding terrain In this setting a well-timed hike might allow you photograph the sunset from a phenomenal vantage point A couple words of caution be sure to take a flashlight in order to get back to your car and never go alone

If you donrsquot make it to the sand dunes dont despair The spectacular darkness of the Mojave desert translates into spectacular nighttime photography With almost no ambient light (apart from the stars and the vague glow over the horizon coming from Las Vegas) the Mojave is the perfect place to experiment with time lapse night shots and double exposures This is a surefire way to snap some fantastic shots

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The Redwood Forests California

If you drive down the west coast of California on Route 1 yoursquoll suddenly find yourself in a magical landscape of trees so tall that you feel like a tiny critter The redwood forests in California are truly a sight to behold and the deep ochre of the tree barks is spectacular to see

Driving through this area is fantastic but make sure that you park up and go exploring with your camera This is one of the best places for nature photography The way the light streams through the canopy in the late afternoon is nothing short of breathtaking a must see for every photographer

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Tucson Arizona

Tucson may not seem like a photographerrsquos haven and if you visit in July when the temperatures soar to over 100 degrees Fahrenheit it certainly wonrsquot feel like it either However the landscape of this often-forgotten city makes for some truly breathtaking sunsets and sunrises where flat land gives way to gorgeous mountains ensconced by sunlight

If you visit Tucson youll also find that it is an unlikely hotbed of culture and art With a history that goes back much further than many of its neighbors in the south west Tucson boasts remarkable architecture historic neighborhoods and museums not to mention the Mission San Xavier del Bac an 18th-century mission that is still functioning Whats more the city has a distinctly Western flavor in light of pervasive Native American and Mexican influences After the sun goes down yoursquoll also find art events and bars alive with music and bonding in a comfy college-town atmosphere which means that you can capture some great shots of people simply being themselves

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DIY Wall Decorations for Kids Room

Artists start young so here we want to show how you can nurture art into a child by decorating his room so he starts seeing and valuing creativity from his early days

This DIY tutorial is so easy to do that if you have elder children you can involve them in the process of making these awsome wall hangings Make a collage in minutes that will be an impressive surprise for everyone and give you a proud piece of original artwork to hang on the wall in your kids room

For this project yoursquoll need a color printer markers scissors glue 2 pieces of ordinary cardboard and 4 equal-sized colorfull cardboards or canvas

Step 1 PrintFind some awesome characters online by either browsing clipart in the PicsArt Shop or googling cartoon images Also print out some basic colors or patterns to cut into shapes If you dont like the color of your background cardboards or canvases you can either color them with paint or print out patterns to make your backgrounds more colorful

Step 2 CutCut out your characters carefully and glue them on cardboard Now cut out the cardboard in the shape of your characters Be sure to cut out shapes for the scenery of your collage like clouds and trees There is no need to glue them on an additional cardboard if you do not want to make them look 3D

Step 3 Create 3D ElementsIdentify some parts of the animals you want to highlight like tails eyes or ears Cut out two of those parts from cardboard and glue one over the other so that the one with patterns stays on top

Step 4 GlueGlue your shapes onto 4 pieces of cardboard Start with the scenery (trees and clouds) then glue on your characters then glue on their cool colored double-layered body parts to make them stand out As a result you will have 3D-like animals or any other items you want

Step 6 Draw Parts and Write MessagesYou can draw some fine elements into your collage using ordinary colorful markers You can also write a message on your collage with a marker Your creations are now ready to make your child smile

118| PicsArt Monthly

Danielrsquos Twisted Animal Crime LineupGreat artists know how to turn heads with their art and that is certainly the case with PicsArtist of the Month Daniel (n3cr0n0m1c0n) However when he turns heads he turns them into something else Daniel has recently unveiled a series of photos that replace the head of a human body with various animal heads - the only exception being an awesome Star Wars stormtrooper helmet

In each photo of the series Daniels body dons a different head Nevertheless he is shown wearing the same clothes - a leather jacket with a zipper that runs diagonally across his torso into the side of his collar The thing about Danielrsquos photos is that the details of their construction work really well together to create a dark artistic vision with grungy undertones

Despite this odd synergy each photo is posed with a nonchalance that seems to undermine the strangeness of it all every shot displaying the emotional expression of a criminal lineup or mugshot The body takes on a neutral stance and the animal heads stare with vacant expressions as if silently counting the seconds for the camera shutter to click so they can walk off and do something else The overall emotional effect is weird uneasy slightly comic and extremely captivating

PicsArt Monthly | 119

FEATURE Artist

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104| PicsArt Monthly

A Photographerrsquos Guide to the US

The most unique shots in America and where to get them

Kelso San Dunes Mojave Desert

If yoursquore looking for a unique photography opportunity head for the Kelso Sand Dunes - mountainous piles of sand that seem to spring up from nowhere in the middle of the Mojave Desert The tallest dunes can rise up to 650 feet above the surrounding terrain In this setting a well-timed hike might allow you photograph the sunset from a phenomenal vantage point A couple words of caution be sure to take a flashlight in order to get back to your car and never go alone

If you donrsquot make it to the sand dunes dont despair The spectacular darkness of the Mojave desert translates into spectacular nighttime photography With almost no ambient light (apart from the stars and the vague glow over the horizon coming from Las Vegas) the Mojave is the perfect place to experiment with time lapse night shots and double exposures This is a surefire way to snap some fantastic shots

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The Redwood Forests California

If you drive down the west coast of California on Route 1 yoursquoll suddenly find yourself in a magical landscape of trees so tall that you feel like a tiny critter The redwood forests in California are truly a sight to behold and the deep ochre of the tree barks is spectacular to see

Driving through this area is fantastic but make sure that you park up and go exploring with your camera This is one of the best places for nature photography The way the light streams through the canopy in the late afternoon is nothing short of breathtaking a must see for every photographer

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Tucson Arizona

Tucson may not seem like a photographerrsquos haven and if you visit in July when the temperatures soar to over 100 degrees Fahrenheit it certainly wonrsquot feel like it either However the landscape of this often-forgotten city makes for some truly breathtaking sunsets and sunrises where flat land gives way to gorgeous mountains ensconced by sunlight

If you visit Tucson youll also find that it is an unlikely hotbed of culture and art With a history that goes back much further than many of its neighbors in the south west Tucson boasts remarkable architecture historic neighborhoods and museums not to mention the Mission San Xavier del Bac an 18th-century mission that is still functioning Whats more the city has a distinctly Western flavor in light of pervasive Native American and Mexican influences After the sun goes down yoursquoll also find art events and bars alive with music and bonding in a comfy college-town atmosphere which means that you can capture some great shots of people simply being themselves

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PicsArt Monthly | 115

DIY Wall Decorations for Kids Room

Artists start young so here we want to show how you can nurture art into a child by decorating his room so he starts seeing and valuing creativity from his early days

This DIY tutorial is so easy to do that if you have elder children you can involve them in the process of making these awsome wall hangings Make a collage in minutes that will be an impressive surprise for everyone and give you a proud piece of original artwork to hang on the wall in your kids room

For this project yoursquoll need a color printer markers scissors glue 2 pieces of ordinary cardboard and 4 equal-sized colorfull cardboards or canvas

Step 1 PrintFind some awesome characters online by either browsing clipart in the PicsArt Shop or googling cartoon images Also print out some basic colors or patterns to cut into shapes If you dont like the color of your background cardboards or canvases you can either color them with paint or print out patterns to make your backgrounds more colorful

Step 2 CutCut out your characters carefully and glue them on cardboard Now cut out the cardboard in the shape of your characters Be sure to cut out shapes for the scenery of your collage like clouds and trees There is no need to glue them on an additional cardboard if you do not want to make them look 3D

Step 3 Create 3D ElementsIdentify some parts of the animals you want to highlight like tails eyes or ears Cut out two of those parts from cardboard and glue one over the other so that the one with patterns stays on top

Step 4 GlueGlue your shapes onto 4 pieces of cardboard Start with the scenery (trees and clouds) then glue on your characters then glue on their cool colored double-layered body parts to make them stand out As a result you will have 3D-like animals or any other items you want

Step 6 Draw Parts and Write MessagesYou can draw some fine elements into your collage using ordinary colorful markers You can also write a message on your collage with a marker Your creations are now ready to make your child smile

118| PicsArt Monthly

Danielrsquos Twisted Animal Crime LineupGreat artists know how to turn heads with their art and that is certainly the case with PicsArtist of the Month Daniel (n3cr0n0m1c0n) However when he turns heads he turns them into something else Daniel has recently unveiled a series of photos that replace the head of a human body with various animal heads - the only exception being an awesome Star Wars stormtrooper helmet

In each photo of the series Daniels body dons a different head Nevertheless he is shown wearing the same clothes - a leather jacket with a zipper that runs diagonally across his torso into the side of his collar The thing about Danielrsquos photos is that the details of their construction work really well together to create a dark artistic vision with grungy undertones

Despite this odd synergy each photo is posed with a nonchalance that seems to undermine the strangeness of it all every shot displaying the emotional expression of a criminal lineup or mugshot The body takes on a neutral stance and the animal heads stare with vacant expressions as if silently counting the seconds for the camera shutter to click so they can walk off and do something else The overall emotional effect is weird uneasy slightly comic and extremely captivating

PicsArt Monthly | 119

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The Redwood Forests California

If you drive down the west coast of California on Route 1 yoursquoll suddenly find yourself in a magical landscape of trees so tall that you feel like a tiny critter The redwood forests in California are truly a sight to behold and the deep ochre of the tree barks is spectacular to see

Driving through this area is fantastic but make sure that you park up and go exploring with your camera This is one of the best places for nature photography The way the light streams through the canopy in the late afternoon is nothing short of breathtaking a must see for every photographer

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Tucson Arizona

Tucson may not seem like a photographerrsquos haven and if you visit in July when the temperatures soar to over 100 degrees Fahrenheit it certainly wonrsquot feel like it either However the landscape of this often-forgotten city makes for some truly breathtaking sunsets and sunrises where flat land gives way to gorgeous mountains ensconced by sunlight

If you visit Tucson youll also find that it is an unlikely hotbed of culture and art With a history that goes back much further than many of its neighbors in the south west Tucson boasts remarkable architecture historic neighborhoods and museums not to mention the Mission San Xavier del Bac an 18th-century mission that is still functioning Whats more the city has a distinctly Western flavor in light of pervasive Native American and Mexican influences After the sun goes down yoursquoll also find art events and bars alive with music and bonding in a comfy college-town atmosphere which means that you can capture some great shots of people simply being themselves

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PicsArt Monthly | 115

DIY Wall Decorations for Kids Room

Artists start young so here we want to show how you can nurture art into a child by decorating his room so he starts seeing and valuing creativity from his early days

This DIY tutorial is so easy to do that if you have elder children you can involve them in the process of making these awsome wall hangings Make a collage in minutes that will be an impressive surprise for everyone and give you a proud piece of original artwork to hang on the wall in your kids room

For this project yoursquoll need a color printer markers scissors glue 2 pieces of ordinary cardboard and 4 equal-sized colorfull cardboards or canvas

Step 1 PrintFind some awesome characters online by either browsing clipart in the PicsArt Shop or googling cartoon images Also print out some basic colors or patterns to cut into shapes If you dont like the color of your background cardboards or canvases you can either color them with paint or print out patterns to make your backgrounds more colorful

Step 2 CutCut out your characters carefully and glue them on cardboard Now cut out the cardboard in the shape of your characters Be sure to cut out shapes for the scenery of your collage like clouds and trees There is no need to glue them on an additional cardboard if you do not want to make them look 3D

Step 3 Create 3D ElementsIdentify some parts of the animals you want to highlight like tails eyes or ears Cut out two of those parts from cardboard and glue one over the other so that the one with patterns stays on top

Step 4 GlueGlue your shapes onto 4 pieces of cardboard Start with the scenery (trees and clouds) then glue on your characters then glue on their cool colored double-layered body parts to make them stand out As a result you will have 3D-like animals or any other items you want

Step 6 Draw Parts and Write MessagesYou can draw some fine elements into your collage using ordinary colorful markers You can also write a message on your collage with a marker Your creations are now ready to make your child smile

118| PicsArt Monthly

Danielrsquos Twisted Animal Crime LineupGreat artists know how to turn heads with their art and that is certainly the case with PicsArtist of the Month Daniel (n3cr0n0m1c0n) However when he turns heads he turns them into something else Daniel has recently unveiled a series of photos that replace the head of a human body with various animal heads - the only exception being an awesome Star Wars stormtrooper helmet

In each photo of the series Daniels body dons a different head Nevertheless he is shown wearing the same clothes - a leather jacket with a zipper that runs diagonally across his torso into the side of his collar The thing about Danielrsquos photos is that the details of their construction work really well together to create a dark artistic vision with grungy undertones

Despite this odd synergy each photo is posed with a nonchalance that seems to undermine the strangeness of it all every shot displaying the emotional expression of a criminal lineup or mugshot The body takes on a neutral stance and the animal heads stare with vacant expressions as if silently counting the seconds for the camera shutter to click so they can walk off and do something else The overall emotional effect is weird uneasy slightly comic and extremely captivating

PicsArt Monthly | 119

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The Redwood Forests California

If you drive down the west coast of California on Route 1 yoursquoll suddenly find yourself in a magical landscape of trees so tall that you feel like a tiny critter The redwood forests in California are truly a sight to behold and the deep ochre of the tree barks is spectacular to see

Driving through this area is fantastic but make sure that you park up and go exploring with your camera This is one of the best places for nature photography The way the light streams through the canopy in the late afternoon is nothing short of breathtaking a must see for every photographer

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Tucson Arizona

Tucson may not seem like a photographerrsquos haven and if you visit in July when the temperatures soar to over 100 degrees Fahrenheit it certainly wonrsquot feel like it either However the landscape of this often-forgotten city makes for some truly breathtaking sunsets and sunrises where flat land gives way to gorgeous mountains ensconced by sunlight

If you visit Tucson youll also find that it is an unlikely hotbed of culture and art With a history that goes back much further than many of its neighbors in the south west Tucson boasts remarkable architecture historic neighborhoods and museums not to mention the Mission San Xavier del Bac an 18th-century mission that is still functioning Whats more the city has a distinctly Western flavor in light of pervasive Native American and Mexican influences After the sun goes down yoursquoll also find art events and bars alive with music and bonding in a comfy college-town atmosphere which means that you can capture some great shots of people simply being themselves

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PicsArt Monthly | 115

DIY Wall Decorations for Kids Room

Artists start young so here we want to show how you can nurture art into a child by decorating his room so he starts seeing and valuing creativity from his early days

This DIY tutorial is so easy to do that if you have elder children you can involve them in the process of making these awsome wall hangings Make a collage in minutes that will be an impressive surprise for everyone and give you a proud piece of original artwork to hang on the wall in your kids room

For this project yoursquoll need a color printer markers scissors glue 2 pieces of ordinary cardboard and 4 equal-sized colorfull cardboards or canvas

Step 1 PrintFind some awesome characters online by either browsing clipart in the PicsArt Shop or googling cartoon images Also print out some basic colors or patterns to cut into shapes If you dont like the color of your background cardboards or canvases you can either color them with paint or print out patterns to make your backgrounds more colorful

Step 2 CutCut out your characters carefully and glue them on cardboard Now cut out the cardboard in the shape of your characters Be sure to cut out shapes for the scenery of your collage like clouds and trees There is no need to glue them on an additional cardboard if you do not want to make them look 3D

Step 3 Create 3D ElementsIdentify some parts of the animals you want to highlight like tails eyes or ears Cut out two of those parts from cardboard and glue one over the other so that the one with patterns stays on top

Step 4 GlueGlue your shapes onto 4 pieces of cardboard Start with the scenery (trees and clouds) then glue on your characters then glue on their cool colored double-layered body parts to make them stand out As a result you will have 3D-like animals or any other items you want

Step 6 Draw Parts and Write MessagesYou can draw some fine elements into your collage using ordinary colorful markers You can also write a message on your collage with a marker Your creations are now ready to make your child smile

118| PicsArt Monthly

Danielrsquos Twisted Animal Crime LineupGreat artists know how to turn heads with their art and that is certainly the case with PicsArtist of the Month Daniel (n3cr0n0m1c0n) However when he turns heads he turns them into something else Daniel has recently unveiled a series of photos that replace the head of a human body with various animal heads - the only exception being an awesome Star Wars stormtrooper helmet

In each photo of the series Daniels body dons a different head Nevertheless he is shown wearing the same clothes - a leather jacket with a zipper that runs diagonally across his torso into the side of his collar The thing about Danielrsquos photos is that the details of their construction work really well together to create a dark artistic vision with grungy undertones

Despite this odd synergy each photo is posed with a nonchalance that seems to undermine the strangeness of it all every shot displaying the emotional expression of a criminal lineup or mugshot The body takes on a neutral stance and the animal heads stare with vacant expressions as if silently counting the seconds for the camera shutter to click so they can walk off and do something else The overall emotional effect is weird uneasy slightly comic and extremely captivating

PicsArt Monthly | 119

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The Redwood Forests California

If you drive down the west coast of California on Route 1 yoursquoll suddenly find yourself in a magical landscape of trees so tall that you feel like a tiny critter The redwood forests in California are truly a sight to behold and the deep ochre of the tree barks is spectacular to see

Driving through this area is fantastic but make sure that you park up and go exploring with your camera This is one of the best places for nature photography The way the light streams through the canopy in the late afternoon is nothing short of breathtaking a must see for every photographer

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Tucson Arizona

Tucson may not seem like a photographerrsquos haven and if you visit in July when the temperatures soar to over 100 degrees Fahrenheit it certainly wonrsquot feel like it either However the landscape of this often-forgotten city makes for some truly breathtaking sunsets and sunrises where flat land gives way to gorgeous mountains ensconced by sunlight

If you visit Tucson youll also find that it is an unlikely hotbed of culture and art With a history that goes back much further than many of its neighbors in the south west Tucson boasts remarkable architecture historic neighborhoods and museums not to mention the Mission San Xavier del Bac an 18th-century mission that is still functioning Whats more the city has a distinctly Western flavor in light of pervasive Native American and Mexican influences After the sun goes down yoursquoll also find art events and bars alive with music and bonding in a comfy college-town atmosphere which means that you can capture some great shots of people simply being themselves

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DIY Wall Decorations for Kids Room

Artists start young so here we want to show how you can nurture art into a child by decorating his room so he starts seeing and valuing creativity from his early days

This DIY tutorial is so easy to do that if you have elder children you can involve them in the process of making these awsome wall hangings Make a collage in minutes that will be an impressive surprise for everyone and give you a proud piece of original artwork to hang on the wall in your kids room

For this project yoursquoll need a color printer markers scissors glue 2 pieces of ordinary cardboard and 4 equal-sized colorfull cardboards or canvas

Step 1 PrintFind some awesome characters online by either browsing clipart in the PicsArt Shop or googling cartoon images Also print out some basic colors or patterns to cut into shapes If you dont like the color of your background cardboards or canvases you can either color them with paint or print out patterns to make your backgrounds more colorful

Step 2 CutCut out your characters carefully and glue them on cardboard Now cut out the cardboard in the shape of your characters Be sure to cut out shapes for the scenery of your collage like clouds and trees There is no need to glue them on an additional cardboard if you do not want to make them look 3D

Step 3 Create 3D ElementsIdentify some parts of the animals you want to highlight like tails eyes or ears Cut out two of those parts from cardboard and glue one over the other so that the one with patterns stays on top

Step 4 GlueGlue your shapes onto 4 pieces of cardboard Start with the scenery (trees and clouds) then glue on your characters then glue on their cool colored double-layered body parts to make them stand out As a result you will have 3D-like animals or any other items you want

Step 6 Draw Parts and Write MessagesYou can draw some fine elements into your collage using ordinary colorful markers You can also write a message on your collage with a marker Your creations are now ready to make your child smile

118| PicsArt Monthly

Danielrsquos Twisted Animal Crime LineupGreat artists know how to turn heads with their art and that is certainly the case with PicsArtist of the Month Daniel (n3cr0n0m1c0n) However when he turns heads he turns them into something else Daniel has recently unveiled a series of photos that replace the head of a human body with various animal heads - the only exception being an awesome Star Wars stormtrooper helmet

In each photo of the series Daniels body dons a different head Nevertheless he is shown wearing the same clothes - a leather jacket with a zipper that runs diagonally across his torso into the side of his collar The thing about Danielrsquos photos is that the details of their construction work really well together to create a dark artistic vision with grungy undertones

Despite this odd synergy each photo is posed with a nonchalance that seems to undermine the strangeness of it all every shot displaying the emotional expression of a criminal lineup or mugshot The body takes on a neutral stance and the animal heads stare with vacant expressions as if silently counting the seconds for the camera shutter to click so they can walk off and do something else The overall emotional effect is weird uneasy slightly comic and extremely captivating

PicsArt Monthly | 119

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The Redwood Forests California

If you drive down the west coast of California on Route 1 yoursquoll suddenly find yourself in a magical landscape of trees so tall that you feel like a tiny critter The redwood forests in California are truly a sight to behold and the deep ochre of the tree barks is spectacular to see

Driving through this area is fantastic but make sure that you park up and go exploring with your camera This is one of the best places for nature photography The way the light streams through the canopy in the late afternoon is nothing short of breathtaking a must see for every photographer

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Tucson Arizona

Tucson may not seem like a photographerrsquos haven and if you visit in July when the temperatures soar to over 100 degrees Fahrenheit it certainly wonrsquot feel like it either However the landscape of this often-forgotten city makes for some truly breathtaking sunsets and sunrises where flat land gives way to gorgeous mountains ensconced by sunlight

If you visit Tucson youll also find that it is an unlikely hotbed of culture and art With a history that goes back much further than many of its neighbors in the south west Tucson boasts remarkable architecture historic neighborhoods and museums not to mention the Mission San Xavier del Bac an 18th-century mission that is still functioning Whats more the city has a distinctly Western flavor in light of pervasive Native American and Mexican influences After the sun goes down yoursquoll also find art events and bars alive with music and bonding in a comfy college-town atmosphere which means that you can capture some great shots of people simply being themselves

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PicsArt Monthly | 115

DIY Wall Decorations for Kids Room

Artists start young so here we want to show how you can nurture art into a child by decorating his room so he starts seeing and valuing creativity from his early days

This DIY tutorial is so easy to do that if you have elder children you can involve them in the process of making these awsome wall hangings Make a collage in minutes that will be an impressive surprise for everyone and give you a proud piece of original artwork to hang on the wall in your kids room

For this project yoursquoll need a color printer markers scissors glue 2 pieces of ordinary cardboard and 4 equal-sized colorfull cardboards or canvas

Step 1 PrintFind some awesome characters online by either browsing clipart in the PicsArt Shop or googling cartoon images Also print out some basic colors or patterns to cut into shapes If you dont like the color of your background cardboards or canvases you can either color them with paint or print out patterns to make your backgrounds more colorful

Step 2 CutCut out your characters carefully and glue them on cardboard Now cut out the cardboard in the shape of your characters Be sure to cut out shapes for the scenery of your collage like clouds and trees There is no need to glue them on an additional cardboard if you do not want to make them look 3D

Step 3 Create 3D ElementsIdentify some parts of the animals you want to highlight like tails eyes or ears Cut out two of those parts from cardboard and glue one over the other so that the one with patterns stays on top

Step 4 GlueGlue your shapes onto 4 pieces of cardboard Start with the scenery (trees and clouds) then glue on your characters then glue on their cool colored double-layered body parts to make them stand out As a result you will have 3D-like animals or any other items you want

Step 6 Draw Parts and Write MessagesYou can draw some fine elements into your collage using ordinary colorful markers You can also write a message on your collage with a marker Your creations are now ready to make your child smile

118| PicsArt Monthly

Danielrsquos Twisted Animal Crime LineupGreat artists know how to turn heads with their art and that is certainly the case with PicsArtist of the Month Daniel (n3cr0n0m1c0n) However when he turns heads he turns them into something else Daniel has recently unveiled a series of photos that replace the head of a human body with various animal heads - the only exception being an awesome Star Wars stormtrooper helmet

In each photo of the series Daniels body dons a different head Nevertheless he is shown wearing the same clothes - a leather jacket with a zipper that runs diagonally across his torso into the side of his collar The thing about Danielrsquos photos is that the details of their construction work really well together to create a dark artistic vision with grungy undertones

Despite this odd synergy each photo is posed with a nonchalance that seems to undermine the strangeness of it all every shot displaying the emotional expression of a criminal lineup or mugshot The body takes on a neutral stance and the animal heads stare with vacant expressions as if silently counting the seconds for the camera shutter to click so they can walk off and do something else The overall emotional effect is weird uneasy slightly comic and extremely captivating

PicsArt Monthly | 119

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Tucson Arizona

Tucson may not seem like a photographerrsquos haven and if you visit in July when the temperatures soar to over 100 degrees Fahrenheit it certainly wonrsquot feel like it either However the landscape of this often-forgotten city makes for some truly breathtaking sunsets and sunrises where flat land gives way to gorgeous mountains ensconced by sunlight

If you visit Tucson youll also find that it is an unlikely hotbed of culture and art With a history that goes back much further than many of its neighbors in the south west Tucson boasts remarkable architecture historic neighborhoods and museums not to mention the Mission San Xavier del Bac an 18th-century mission that is still functioning Whats more the city has a distinctly Western flavor in light of pervasive Native American and Mexican influences After the sun goes down yoursquoll also find art events and bars alive with music and bonding in a comfy college-town atmosphere which means that you can capture some great shots of people simply being themselves

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PicsArt Monthly | 115

DIY Wall Decorations for Kids Room

Artists start young so here we want to show how you can nurture art into a child by decorating his room so he starts seeing and valuing creativity from his early days

This DIY tutorial is so easy to do that if you have elder children you can involve them in the process of making these awsome wall hangings Make a collage in minutes that will be an impressive surprise for everyone and give you a proud piece of original artwork to hang on the wall in your kids room

For this project yoursquoll need a color printer markers scissors glue 2 pieces of ordinary cardboard and 4 equal-sized colorfull cardboards or canvas

Step 1 PrintFind some awesome characters online by either browsing clipart in the PicsArt Shop or googling cartoon images Also print out some basic colors or patterns to cut into shapes If you dont like the color of your background cardboards or canvases you can either color them with paint or print out patterns to make your backgrounds more colorful

Step 2 CutCut out your characters carefully and glue them on cardboard Now cut out the cardboard in the shape of your characters Be sure to cut out shapes for the scenery of your collage like clouds and trees There is no need to glue them on an additional cardboard if you do not want to make them look 3D

Step 3 Create 3D ElementsIdentify some parts of the animals you want to highlight like tails eyes or ears Cut out two of those parts from cardboard and glue one over the other so that the one with patterns stays on top

Step 4 GlueGlue your shapes onto 4 pieces of cardboard Start with the scenery (trees and clouds) then glue on your characters then glue on their cool colored double-layered body parts to make them stand out As a result you will have 3D-like animals or any other items you want

Step 6 Draw Parts and Write MessagesYou can draw some fine elements into your collage using ordinary colorful markers You can also write a message on your collage with a marker Your creations are now ready to make your child smile

118| PicsArt Monthly

Danielrsquos Twisted Animal Crime LineupGreat artists know how to turn heads with their art and that is certainly the case with PicsArtist of the Month Daniel (n3cr0n0m1c0n) However when he turns heads he turns them into something else Daniel has recently unveiled a series of photos that replace the head of a human body with various animal heads - the only exception being an awesome Star Wars stormtrooper helmet

In each photo of the series Daniels body dons a different head Nevertheless he is shown wearing the same clothes - a leather jacket with a zipper that runs diagonally across his torso into the side of his collar The thing about Danielrsquos photos is that the details of their construction work really well together to create a dark artistic vision with grungy undertones

Despite this odd synergy each photo is posed with a nonchalance that seems to undermine the strangeness of it all every shot displaying the emotional expression of a criminal lineup or mugshot The body takes on a neutral stance and the animal heads stare with vacant expressions as if silently counting the seconds for the camera shutter to click so they can walk off and do something else The overall emotional effect is weird uneasy slightly comic and extremely captivating

PicsArt Monthly | 119

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Tucson Arizona

Tucson may not seem like a photographerrsquos haven and if you visit in July when the temperatures soar to over 100 degrees Fahrenheit it certainly wonrsquot feel like it either However the landscape of this often-forgotten city makes for some truly breathtaking sunsets and sunrises where flat land gives way to gorgeous mountains ensconced by sunlight

If you visit Tucson youll also find that it is an unlikely hotbed of culture and art With a history that goes back much further than many of its neighbors in the south west Tucson boasts remarkable architecture historic neighborhoods and museums not to mention the Mission San Xavier del Bac an 18th-century mission that is still functioning Whats more the city has a distinctly Western flavor in light of pervasive Native American and Mexican influences After the sun goes down yoursquoll also find art events and bars alive with music and bonding in a comfy college-town atmosphere which means that you can capture some great shots of people simply being themselves

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PicsArt Monthly | 115

DIY Wall Decorations for Kids Room

Artists start young so here we want to show how you can nurture art into a child by decorating his room so he starts seeing and valuing creativity from his early days

This DIY tutorial is so easy to do that if you have elder children you can involve them in the process of making these awsome wall hangings Make a collage in minutes that will be an impressive surprise for everyone and give you a proud piece of original artwork to hang on the wall in your kids room

For this project yoursquoll need a color printer markers scissors glue 2 pieces of ordinary cardboard and 4 equal-sized colorfull cardboards or canvas

Step 1 PrintFind some awesome characters online by either browsing clipart in the PicsArt Shop or googling cartoon images Also print out some basic colors or patterns to cut into shapes If you dont like the color of your background cardboards or canvases you can either color them with paint or print out patterns to make your backgrounds more colorful

Step 2 CutCut out your characters carefully and glue them on cardboard Now cut out the cardboard in the shape of your characters Be sure to cut out shapes for the scenery of your collage like clouds and trees There is no need to glue them on an additional cardboard if you do not want to make them look 3D

Step 3 Create 3D ElementsIdentify some parts of the animals you want to highlight like tails eyes or ears Cut out two of those parts from cardboard and glue one over the other so that the one with patterns stays on top

Step 4 GlueGlue your shapes onto 4 pieces of cardboard Start with the scenery (trees and clouds) then glue on your characters then glue on their cool colored double-layered body parts to make them stand out As a result you will have 3D-like animals or any other items you want

Step 6 Draw Parts and Write MessagesYou can draw some fine elements into your collage using ordinary colorful markers You can also write a message on your collage with a marker Your creations are now ready to make your child smile

118| PicsArt Monthly

Danielrsquos Twisted Animal Crime LineupGreat artists know how to turn heads with their art and that is certainly the case with PicsArtist of the Month Daniel (n3cr0n0m1c0n) However when he turns heads he turns them into something else Daniel has recently unveiled a series of photos that replace the head of a human body with various animal heads - the only exception being an awesome Star Wars stormtrooper helmet

In each photo of the series Daniels body dons a different head Nevertheless he is shown wearing the same clothes - a leather jacket with a zipper that runs diagonally across his torso into the side of his collar The thing about Danielrsquos photos is that the details of their construction work really well together to create a dark artistic vision with grungy undertones

Despite this odd synergy each photo is posed with a nonchalance that seems to undermine the strangeness of it all every shot displaying the emotional expression of a criminal lineup or mugshot The body takes on a neutral stance and the animal heads stare with vacant expressions as if silently counting the seconds for the camera shutter to click so they can walk off and do something else The overall emotional effect is weird uneasy slightly comic and extremely captivating

PicsArt Monthly | 119

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Tucson Arizona

Tucson may not seem like a photographerrsquos haven and if you visit in July when the temperatures soar to over 100 degrees Fahrenheit it certainly wonrsquot feel like it either However the landscape of this often-forgotten city makes for some truly breathtaking sunsets and sunrises where flat land gives way to gorgeous mountains ensconced by sunlight

If you visit Tucson youll also find that it is an unlikely hotbed of culture and art With a history that goes back much further than many of its neighbors in the south west Tucson boasts remarkable architecture historic neighborhoods and museums not to mention the Mission San Xavier del Bac an 18th-century mission that is still functioning Whats more the city has a distinctly Western flavor in light of pervasive Native American and Mexican influences After the sun goes down yoursquoll also find art events and bars alive with music and bonding in a comfy college-town atmosphere which means that you can capture some great shots of people simply being themselves

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PicsArt Monthly | 115

DIY Wall Decorations for Kids Room

Artists start young so here we want to show how you can nurture art into a child by decorating his room so he starts seeing and valuing creativity from his early days

This DIY tutorial is so easy to do that if you have elder children you can involve them in the process of making these awsome wall hangings Make a collage in minutes that will be an impressive surprise for everyone and give you a proud piece of original artwork to hang on the wall in your kids room

For this project yoursquoll need a color printer markers scissors glue 2 pieces of ordinary cardboard and 4 equal-sized colorfull cardboards or canvas

Step 1 PrintFind some awesome characters online by either browsing clipart in the PicsArt Shop or googling cartoon images Also print out some basic colors or patterns to cut into shapes If you dont like the color of your background cardboards or canvases you can either color them with paint or print out patterns to make your backgrounds more colorful

Step 2 CutCut out your characters carefully and glue them on cardboard Now cut out the cardboard in the shape of your characters Be sure to cut out shapes for the scenery of your collage like clouds and trees There is no need to glue them on an additional cardboard if you do not want to make them look 3D

Step 3 Create 3D ElementsIdentify some parts of the animals you want to highlight like tails eyes or ears Cut out two of those parts from cardboard and glue one over the other so that the one with patterns stays on top

Step 4 GlueGlue your shapes onto 4 pieces of cardboard Start with the scenery (trees and clouds) then glue on your characters then glue on their cool colored double-layered body parts to make them stand out As a result you will have 3D-like animals or any other items you want

Step 6 Draw Parts and Write MessagesYou can draw some fine elements into your collage using ordinary colorful markers You can also write a message on your collage with a marker Your creations are now ready to make your child smile

118| PicsArt Monthly

Danielrsquos Twisted Animal Crime LineupGreat artists know how to turn heads with their art and that is certainly the case with PicsArtist of the Month Daniel (n3cr0n0m1c0n) However when he turns heads he turns them into something else Daniel has recently unveiled a series of photos that replace the head of a human body with various animal heads - the only exception being an awesome Star Wars stormtrooper helmet

In each photo of the series Daniels body dons a different head Nevertheless he is shown wearing the same clothes - a leather jacket with a zipper that runs diagonally across his torso into the side of his collar The thing about Danielrsquos photos is that the details of their construction work really well together to create a dark artistic vision with grungy undertones

Despite this odd synergy each photo is posed with a nonchalance that seems to undermine the strangeness of it all every shot displaying the emotional expression of a criminal lineup or mugshot The body takes on a neutral stance and the animal heads stare with vacant expressions as if silently counting the seconds for the camera shutter to click so they can walk off and do something else The overall emotional effect is weird uneasy slightly comic and extremely captivating

PicsArt Monthly | 119

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Tucson Arizona

Tucson may not seem like a photographerrsquos haven and if you visit in July when the temperatures soar to over 100 degrees Fahrenheit it certainly wonrsquot feel like it either However the landscape of this often-forgotten city makes for some truly breathtaking sunsets and sunrises where flat land gives way to gorgeous mountains ensconced by sunlight

If you visit Tucson youll also find that it is an unlikely hotbed of culture and art With a history that goes back much further than many of its neighbors in the south west Tucson boasts remarkable architecture historic neighborhoods and museums not to mention the Mission San Xavier del Bac an 18th-century mission that is still functioning Whats more the city has a distinctly Western flavor in light of pervasive Native American and Mexican influences After the sun goes down yoursquoll also find art events and bars alive with music and bonding in a comfy college-town atmosphere which means that you can capture some great shots of people simply being themselves

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DIY Wall Decorations for Kids Room

Artists start young so here we want to show how you can nurture art into a child by decorating his room so he starts seeing and valuing creativity from his early days

This DIY tutorial is so easy to do that if you have elder children you can involve them in the process of making these awsome wall hangings Make a collage in minutes that will be an impressive surprise for everyone and give you a proud piece of original artwork to hang on the wall in your kids room

For this project yoursquoll need a color printer markers scissors glue 2 pieces of ordinary cardboard and 4 equal-sized colorfull cardboards or canvas

Step 1 PrintFind some awesome characters online by either browsing clipart in the PicsArt Shop or googling cartoon images Also print out some basic colors or patterns to cut into shapes If you dont like the color of your background cardboards or canvases you can either color them with paint or print out patterns to make your backgrounds more colorful

Step 2 CutCut out your characters carefully and glue them on cardboard Now cut out the cardboard in the shape of your characters Be sure to cut out shapes for the scenery of your collage like clouds and trees There is no need to glue them on an additional cardboard if you do not want to make them look 3D

Step 3 Create 3D ElementsIdentify some parts of the animals you want to highlight like tails eyes or ears Cut out two of those parts from cardboard and glue one over the other so that the one with patterns stays on top

Step 4 GlueGlue your shapes onto 4 pieces of cardboard Start with the scenery (trees and clouds) then glue on your characters then glue on their cool colored double-layered body parts to make them stand out As a result you will have 3D-like animals or any other items you want

Step 6 Draw Parts and Write MessagesYou can draw some fine elements into your collage using ordinary colorful markers You can also write a message on your collage with a marker Your creations are now ready to make your child smile

118| PicsArt Monthly

Danielrsquos Twisted Animal Crime LineupGreat artists know how to turn heads with their art and that is certainly the case with PicsArtist of the Month Daniel (n3cr0n0m1c0n) However when he turns heads he turns them into something else Daniel has recently unveiled a series of photos that replace the head of a human body with various animal heads - the only exception being an awesome Star Wars stormtrooper helmet

In each photo of the series Daniels body dons a different head Nevertheless he is shown wearing the same clothes - a leather jacket with a zipper that runs diagonally across his torso into the side of his collar The thing about Danielrsquos photos is that the details of their construction work really well together to create a dark artistic vision with grungy undertones

Despite this odd synergy each photo is posed with a nonchalance that seems to undermine the strangeness of it all every shot displaying the emotional expression of a criminal lineup or mugshot The body takes on a neutral stance and the animal heads stare with vacant expressions as if silently counting the seconds for the camera shutter to click so they can walk off and do something else The overall emotional effect is weird uneasy slightly comic and extremely captivating

PicsArt Monthly | 119

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Tucson Arizona

Tucson may not seem like a photographerrsquos haven and if you visit in July when the temperatures soar to over 100 degrees Fahrenheit it certainly wonrsquot feel like it either However the landscape of this often-forgotten city makes for some truly breathtaking sunsets and sunrises where flat land gives way to gorgeous mountains ensconced by sunlight

If you visit Tucson youll also find that it is an unlikely hotbed of culture and art With a history that goes back much further than many of its neighbors in the south west Tucson boasts remarkable architecture historic neighborhoods and museums not to mention the Mission San Xavier del Bac an 18th-century mission that is still functioning Whats more the city has a distinctly Western flavor in light of pervasive Native American and Mexican influences After the sun goes down yoursquoll also find art events and bars alive with music and bonding in a comfy college-town atmosphere which means that you can capture some great shots of people simply being themselves

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DIY Wall Decorations for Kids Room

Artists start young so here we want to show how you can nurture art into a child by decorating his room so he starts seeing and valuing creativity from his early days

This DIY tutorial is so easy to do that if you have elder children you can involve them in the process of making these awsome wall hangings Make a collage in minutes that will be an impressive surprise for everyone and give you a proud piece of original artwork to hang on the wall in your kids room

For this project yoursquoll need a color printer markers scissors glue 2 pieces of ordinary cardboard and 4 equal-sized colorfull cardboards or canvas

Step 1 PrintFind some awesome characters online by either browsing clipart in the PicsArt Shop or googling cartoon images Also print out some basic colors or patterns to cut into shapes If you dont like the color of your background cardboards or canvases you can either color them with paint or print out patterns to make your backgrounds more colorful

Step 2 CutCut out your characters carefully and glue them on cardboard Now cut out the cardboard in the shape of your characters Be sure to cut out shapes for the scenery of your collage like clouds and trees There is no need to glue them on an additional cardboard if you do not want to make them look 3D

Step 3 Create 3D ElementsIdentify some parts of the animals you want to highlight like tails eyes or ears Cut out two of those parts from cardboard and glue one over the other so that the one with patterns stays on top

Step 4 GlueGlue your shapes onto 4 pieces of cardboard Start with the scenery (trees and clouds) then glue on your characters then glue on their cool colored double-layered body parts to make them stand out As a result you will have 3D-like animals or any other items you want

Step 6 Draw Parts and Write MessagesYou can draw some fine elements into your collage using ordinary colorful markers You can also write a message on your collage with a marker Your creations are now ready to make your child smile

118| PicsArt Monthly

Danielrsquos Twisted Animal Crime LineupGreat artists know how to turn heads with their art and that is certainly the case with PicsArtist of the Month Daniel (n3cr0n0m1c0n) However when he turns heads he turns them into something else Daniel has recently unveiled a series of photos that replace the head of a human body with various animal heads - the only exception being an awesome Star Wars stormtrooper helmet

In each photo of the series Daniels body dons a different head Nevertheless he is shown wearing the same clothes - a leather jacket with a zipper that runs diagonally across his torso into the side of his collar The thing about Danielrsquos photos is that the details of their construction work really well together to create a dark artistic vision with grungy undertones

Despite this odd synergy each photo is posed with a nonchalance that seems to undermine the strangeness of it all every shot displaying the emotional expression of a criminal lineup or mugshot The body takes on a neutral stance and the animal heads stare with vacant expressions as if silently counting the seconds for the camera shutter to click so they can walk off and do something else The overall emotional effect is weird uneasy slightly comic and extremely captivating

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DIY Wall Decorations for Kids Room

Artists start young so here we want to show how you can nurture art into a child by decorating his room so he starts seeing and valuing creativity from his early days

This DIY tutorial is so easy to do that if you have elder children you can involve them in the process of making these awsome wall hangings Make a collage in minutes that will be an impressive surprise for everyone and give you a proud piece of original artwork to hang on the wall in your kids room

For this project yoursquoll need a color printer markers scissors glue 2 pieces of ordinary cardboard and 4 equal-sized colorfull cardboards or canvas

Step 1 PrintFind some awesome characters online by either browsing clipart in the PicsArt Shop or googling cartoon images Also print out some basic colors or patterns to cut into shapes If you dont like the color of your background cardboards or canvases you can either color them with paint or print out patterns to make your backgrounds more colorful

Step 2 CutCut out your characters carefully and glue them on cardboard Now cut out the cardboard in the shape of your characters Be sure to cut out shapes for the scenery of your collage like clouds and trees There is no need to glue them on an additional cardboard if you do not want to make them look 3D

Step 3 Create 3D ElementsIdentify some parts of the animals you want to highlight like tails eyes or ears Cut out two of those parts from cardboard and glue one over the other so that the one with patterns stays on top

Step 4 GlueGlue your shapes onto 4 pieces of cardboard Start with the scenery (trees and clouds) then glue on your characters then glue on their cool colored double-layered body parts to make them stand out As a result you will have 3D-like animals or any other items you want

Step 6 Draw Parts and Write MessagesYou can draw some fine elements into your collage using ordinary colorful markers You can also write a message on your collage with a marker Your creations are now ready to make your child smile

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Danielrsquos Twisted Animal Crime LineupGreat artists know how to turn heads with their art and that is certainly the case with PicsArtist of the Month Daniel (n3cr0n0m1c0n) However when he turns heads he turns them into something else Daniel has recently unveiled a series of photos that replace the head of a human body with various animal heads - the only exception being an awesome Star Wars stormtrooper helmet

In each photo of the series Daniels body dons a different head Nevertheless he is shown wearing the same clothes - a leather jacket with a zipper that runs diagonally across his torso into the side of his collar The thing about Danielrsquos photos is that the details of their construction work really well together to create a dark artistic vision with grungy undertones

Despite this odd synergy each photo is posed with a nonchalance that seems to undermine the strangeness of it all every shot displaying the emotional expression of a criminal lineup or mugshot The body takes on a neutral stance and the animal heads stare with vacant expressions as if silently counting the seconds for the camera shutter to click so they can walk off and do something else The overall emotional effect is weird uneasy slightly comic and extremely captivating

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DIY Wall Decorations for Kids Room

Artists start young so here we want to show how you can nurture art into a child by decorating his room so he starts seeing and valuing creativity from his early days

This DIY tutorial is so easy to do that if you have elder children you can involve them in the process of making these awsome wall hangings Make a collage in minutes that will be an impressive surprise for everyone and give you a proud piece of original artwork to hang on the wall in your kids room

For this project yoursquoll need a color printer markers scissors glue 2 pieces of ordinary cardboard and 4 equal-sized colorfull cardboards or canvas

Step 1 PrintFind some awesome characters online by either browsing clipart in the PicsArt Shop or googling cartoon images Also print out some basic colors or patterns to cut into shapes If you dont like the color of your background cardboards or canvases you can either color them with paint or print out patterns to make your backgrounds more colorful

Step 2 CutCut out your characters carefully and glue them on cardboard Now cut out the cardboard in the shape of your characters Be sure to cut out shapes for the scenery of your collage like clouds and trees There is no need to glue them on an additional cardboard if you do not want to make them look 3D

Step 3 Create 3D ElementsIdentify some parts of the animals you want to highlight like tails eyes or ears Cut out two of those parts from cardboard and glue one over the other so that the one with patterns stays on top

Step 4 GlueGlue your shapes onto 4 pieces of cardboard Start with the scenery (trees and clouds) then glue on your characters then glue on their cool colored double-layered body parts to make them stand out As a result you will have 3D-like animals or any other items you want

Step 6 Draw Parts and Write MessagesYou can draw some fine elements into your collage using ordinary colorful markers You can also write a message on your collage with a marker Your creations are now ready to make your child smile

118| PicsArt Monthly

Danielrsquos Twisted Animal Crime LineupGreat artists know how to turn heads with their art and that is certainly the case with PicsArtist of the Month Daniel (n3cr0n0m1c0n) However when he turns heads he turns them into something else Daniel has recently unveiled a series of photos that replace the head of a human body with various animal heads - the only exception being an awesome Star Wars stormtrooper helmet

In each photo of the series Daniels body dons a different head Nevertheless he is shown wearing the same clothes - a leather jacket with a zipper that runs diagonally across his torso into the side of his collar The thing about Danielrsquos photos is that the details of their construction work really well together to create a dark artistic vision with grungy undertones

Despite this odd synergy each photo is posed with a nonchalance that seems to undermine the strangeness of it all every shot displaying the emotional expression of a criminal lineup or mugshot The body takes on a neutral stance and the animal heads stare with vacant expressions as if silently counting the seconds for the camera shutter to click so they can walk off and do something else The overall emotional effect is weird uneasy slightly comic and extremely captivating

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DIY Wall Decorations for Kids Room

Artists start young so here we want to show how you can nurture art into a child by decorating his room so he starts seeing and valuing creativity from his early days

This DIY tutorial is so easy to do that if you have elder children you can involve them in the process of making these awsome wall hangings Make a collage in minutes that will be an impressive surprise for everyone and give you a proud piece of original artwork to hang on the wall in your kids room

For this project yoursquoll need a color printer markers scissors glue 2 pieces of ordinary cardboard and 4 equal-sized colorfull cardboards or canvas

Step 1 PrintFind some awesome characters online by either browsing clipart in the PicsArt Shop or googling cartoon images Also print out some basic colors or patterns to cut into shapes If you dont like the color of your background cardboards or canvases you can either color them with paint or print out patterns to make your backgrounds more colorful

Step 2 CutCut out your characters carefully and glue them on cardboard Now cut out the cardboard in the shape of your characters Be sure to cut out shapes for the scenery of your collage like clouds and trees There is no need to glue them on an additional cardboard if you do not want to make them look 3D

Step 3 Create 3D ElementsIdentify some parts of the animals you want to highlight like tails eyes or ears Cut out two of those parts from cardboard and glue one over the other so that the one with patterns stays on top

Step 4 GlueGlue your shapes onto 4 pieces of cardboard Start with the scenery (trees and clouds) then glue on your characters then glue on their cool colored double-layered body parts to make them stand out As a result you will have 3D-like animals or any other items you want

Step 6 Draw Parts and Write MessagesYou can draw some fine elements into your collage using ordinary colorful markers You can also write a message on your collage with a marker Your creations are now ready to make your child smile

118| PicsArt Monthly

Danielrsquos Twisted Animal Crime LineupGreat artists know how to turn heads with their art and that is certainly the case with PicsArtist of the Month Daniel (n3cr0n0m1c0n) However when he turns heads he turns them into something else Daniel has recently unveiled a series of photos that replace the head of a human body with various animal heads - the only exception being an awesome Star Wars stormtrooper helmet

In each photo of the series Daniels body dons a different head Nevertheless he is shown wearing the same clothes - a leather jacket with a zipper that runs diagonally across his torso into the side of his collar The thing about Danielrsquos photos is that the details of their construction work really well together to create a dark artistic vision with grungy undertones

Despite this odd synergy each photo is posed with a nonchalance that seems to undermine the strangeness of it all every shot displaying the emotional expression of a criminal lineup or mugshot The body takes on a neutral stance and the animal heads stare with vacant expressions as if silently counting the seconds for the camera shutter to click so they can walk off and do something else The overall emotional effect is weird uneasy slightly comic and extremely captivating

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Danielrsquos Twisted Animal Crime LineupGreat artists know how to turn heads with their art and that is certainly the case with PicsArtist of the Month Daniel (n3cr0n0m1c0n) However when he turns heads he turns them into something else Daniel has recently unveiled a series of photos that replace the head of a human body with various animal heads - the only exception being an awesome Star Wars stormtrooper helmet

In each photo of the series Daniels body dons a different head Nevertheless he is shown wearing the same clothes - a leather jacket with a zipper that runs diagonally across his torso into the side of his collar The thing about Danielrsquos photos is that the details of their construction work really well together to create a dark artistic vision with grungy undertones

Despite this odd synergy each photo is posed with a nonchalance that seems to undermine the strangeness of it all every shot displaying the emotional expression of a criminal lineup or mugshot The body takes on a neutral stance and the animal heads stare with vacant expressions as if silently counting the seconds for the camera shutter to click so they can walk off and do something else The overall emotional effect is weird uneasy slightly comic and extremely captivating

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