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Recently Freelance Retoucher with The Phoblographer and Joy Celine Asto let you discover AndresGallardo.photography; today let’s find more about Justyna Zduńczyk photography with Chris Gampat Conceptual Photography.
Justyna makes you uncover her puzzling view of Hong Kong in - Hong Kong Puzzles http://ow.ly/d4UR30mc7fV. In her series, Justyna puts the city’s buildings under the magnifying glass and places the emphasis on the contrast between the pastel colours and the plain ...white city’s backgrounds. Whilst Justyna Zduńczyk photography tries to make sense of them with a distinct perspective, an arranged and unique way so that each picture can stand out on its own; she meticulously shot them in a way to keep some personalised elements in them and by using colours, shapes and tones she lessened the overall city's buildings monotony discerned.
How do you see Justyna’s unique way of countering Hong Kong’s architectural monotony in her photography?
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This week Freelance Retoucher remains on The Phoblographer with Joy Celine Asto introducing Estonia-based photographer AndresGallardo.photography. Architecture is not necessarily the thing that people think of when referring to the South Korean capital, Seoul. Andres did just that in his series of photographs - Urban Geometry http://ow.ly/7FtH30ma8KW . You will be astonished by Andres’ view of Seoul; seeing the city actually sprinkled by numerous architecturally interesting e...lements and locations with fascinating lines, textures, patterns, shapes, and curves like the Dongdaemun Design Plaza and the Seocho Garak Tower East.
What do you think of his vision and of these perfect picture locations and combinations worth a second look or best, a photography?
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Are you a fan of architecture or are you an architectural photographer considering an Asian countries as your next destination to shoot?
Here on The Phoblographer with Freelance Retoucher’s Thursday discovery, the great Joy Celine Asto presents @KrisProvoost #KrisProvoost, a Belgian born photographer and architect living in China, providing a different feel from the more abstract Black & White minimalist architectural photography
http://ow.ly/GTHG30m9Th9.
... Kris’ minimalist approach takes us on an architecture-centric tour framing Shanghai’s modern architecture - Sensational Shanghai. Kris deconstructs the buildings to the most essential and astonishing characteristic part for the spectators to admire the details that went into the design and the constructions and bring the focus on the ultra modern lines, shapes and patterns of these Shanghai‘s urban jewels and landmarks.
What do you think of his modern architectural vision and minimalist approach to architectural photography?
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Buzzing! Chirping! Stridulating! Do you find creepy crawlies - critters and insects - captivating or frightening?
If you like taking macro photography, looking to get inspiration in nature or like to create and tell story with your photography, with Freelance Retoucher discover here http://ow.ly/GI2D30m6bWS on Digital Photography School some tips on insect photography by Hannele from Hannele Luhtasela Photography.
... From a photographer’s perspective, insects and critters offer virtually endless possibilities as they are the most diverse and numerous animals on the planet, in such an abundance, and are amazingly disparate in appearance, behaviour and habitat; they are a great way for you to experiment with a variety of methods, learn more about photography, your gear, the animals themselves and grow your skills!
Share with us your stories about the crawlies that you have encountered along your photographic journey and further photos’ tips?
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If you are wondering where is the focus sweet spot when taking landscape photography, discover here on The Phoblographer by Joy Celine Asto tips on how to find it.
Tom Mackie from @Landscape-Photography-IQ & @landphotoiq (on Twitter) explains how to get the right focus with everything sharply focused in your frame in his quick video tutorial http://ow.ly/N4yP30m5VTZ.
Share with us your experience in getting the right focus, your achievements and accomplishments in landscape photography.

Today National Geographic UK National Geographic National Geographic Magazine’s Photo of the Day is the: Underwater Jewels photographed by David Doubilet and Jennifer Hayes Undersea Images http://ow.ly/SuGy30m4bIq.
This shot was taken during sunset casting a golden glow over corals in the Gardens of the Queen, a sprawling marine reserve, a flourishing reef located off Cuba’s southern coast and was initially published in “Cuba Underwater Jewels Are in Tourism’s Path” in 2016. This picture showed an unspoiled environments in the Caribbean; however, this marine ecosystem is increasingly and urgently requiring Cuba to keep and actively protect the preserve and reefs.
What do you think of this picture and of the ecotourism and conservation of this environment?

For the most techie photographers, find out more on DPReview about the new CamRanger Mini presented by the UK journalist and photographer Damien Demolder Photography. The new CamRanger Mini is working with nearly all the Canon and Nikon DSLR, at half the size of the original, two third of the price and with over twice the range. http://ow.ly/1QiC30lNUnl Nowadays, previewing images and controlling those camera systems, basic and more advanced settings with a smartphone befo...re triggering the shutter, has just become much more easier.
As a photographer, what do you think of this new technology and if you had the chance to use it, let us know your experience with it?
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Tuesday’s tips with Freelance Retoucher on 500px. http://ow.ly/AKyz30lM96d Discover Antoine Martin Photography, a young French freelance photographer from Paris, presenting in this article his technique to shoot starry nightscapes in the French Alps or elsewhere! Have you got in mind a thrilling location to practice the tips explained by Antoine or if you have already implemented techniques to shoot starry nightscapes have you got any additional tips to recommend?

Dive into the world of photography masters and notorious photographers! #ThursdayMotivation #ThursdayThoughts
With Freelance Retoucher discover here on Digital Photography School this article by Megan Kennedy #megankennedyphotographer #megankennedy #ejekt_ (@ejekt_ on instagram), referring to well known photographers’ wise words, true and technical advice. http://ow.ly/xpHg30lHWKn
When you lack motivation and seek for inspiration, you won’t believe how these quotes can be rel...evant to your own situation! Which quote is the most meaningful to you right now?
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Images copyright is a sensitive subject and lawyering up in case of conflict is not necessarily the right move and the best solution!
http://ow.ly/XAVp30lCBUJ Freelance Retoucher came across this touching story told by the photographer Blair Bunting Blair Bunting on PetaPixel - Michael Zhang. Blair tells us his story with Mr Harrison (the Old Man) in which he found himself in a dilemma.
... What would you do in the same position: would you do like Blair did and listen to your conscience or would you have pursued a different route?
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Coming back from a bank holiday weekend beyond belief with the Carnival happening in London, today Freelance Retoucher came across this article by Jane Wharton on the Metro on Notting Hill Carnival pictures revealing adventurous and incredible costumes.
http://ow.ly/K1wr30lACzz
Beside some history around the carnival and without omitting the serious aspect of the event and the various tributes paid in memory and homage to the Grenfell Tower victims and to mark other events,... Jane talks about the great mix of extravagant outfits, wonderful dance moves and a party atmosphere.
Which picture or outfit do you like the most?
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We’re learning the ropes of photography with Freelance Retoucher’s Thursday tips on PetaPixel - Michael Zhang. http://ow.ly/OgE930lwHtZ
We found in the archives this article by Lisa Clarke (@lisaclarkephoto on Twitter) from way back in 2014 and her advice is still significant and relevant to today. Lisa provides photographers with tips to take even greater photos, using examples given to her from influential photographers, that can help you during your photographic journey.
... Many elements have been covered here but do you have any other tips you’d like to see on the list?
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Can you handle a healthy serving of cuteness? The sun is still shining and Freelance Retoucher is dishing up one for the animal lovers, discover another article from Sarah Robison #SJRobs on 500px. http://ow.ly/TKeS30luwg3 Find your favourite amongst these hilarious photos of dogs wearing sunglasses! Which one do you like the most?

On a lighter note with Freelance Retoucher, let's look at this entertaining article announcing The Kennel Club UK’s winning photos of the 2018 Best Dog Photographer photo contest. #MichaelZhang Michael Zhang on PetaPixel reveals some of these pictures from photographers who shoot the best dog photos beside their emotional stories and the 2018 winner: “the Lady of the Mystery Forest” by the Dutch Photographer Monica Van Der Maden MoNoa Photography. http://ow.ly/kSc330lkU2k What is your favourite photo?

After spending some time looking at the minimalist movement in photography, Freelance Retoucher wants also to talk and share with you regarding all types, genres and styles of photography.
Today, let’s talk about the steps to take to combat photographers’ block in general. http://ow.ly/sadk30leStw
Illustrated by various artists, including himself, Nick Sparks Nick Sparks Photography goes through on 500px, 7 important steps that any photographer can take to move pass their ap...prehension.
What other step would you suggest to grow, develop and expand in your field and practice?
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On The Phoblographer @ChrisGampat, Joy Celine Asto, Joy Celine Asto, tells us about another approach to minimalism through #GeorgeDigalakis #GeorgeDigalakisPhotography. http://ow.ly/3Auk30l8ggR #GeorgeDigalakis like #StefanoGardel (@59th_attempt on Instagram) reduces landscapes, creating monochrome scenes of tranquility, surrealism and lonesome atmosphere. What do you think of Helena Georgiou Photography, Aristotle Roufanis Photography, #StefanoGardel (#59th_attempt on Instagram) and #GeorgeDigalakis’ ability to interpret and integrate order and simplicity to produce work conveying their own vision and style?

Joy Celine Asto, Joy Celine Asto on The Phoblographer - @ChrisGampat, previously shared also about #StefanoGardel Stefano Gardel (@59th_attempt on Instagram) minimalist approach using monochromes and moody atmosphere to strip street scenes down and build his dystopian tale. http://ow.ly/hae530l6c88 As a viewer, what is Stefano Gardel allowing you to feel whilst looking at his photographs and what are your thoughts about having a strong narrative in an image? #FreelanceRetoucher

Freelance Retoucher is back on the minimalism movement but before sharing about Helena Georgiou Photography’s minimal photography and digital art, Joy Celine Asto, on The Phoblographer by @ChrisGampat, talked about Aristotle Roufanis Photography’ social alienation and depiction of an Urban Solitude in his exhibit ‘Alone together’ with a special inclination and fascination for architecture reflected in his work. Aristotle through his use of minimalism, tells a story of loneliness around the world and create fascinating and even story driven imagery. http://ow.ly/hRqy30l1DeS What do you think of his work and would you agree with Aristotle’s added comment about the fact that ”the bigger the city, the lonelier we feel”?