Category: Black & White Photography
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It’s in the Frame: Powerful Candid Portrait Photography Moments Unfold
©John Masters http://www.johnmasters.net/ Capturing Authentic Light: John Masters’ Candid Portrait Photography John Masters believes true character shines brightest in the unscripted moments in candid portrait photography. Consider the striking black and white image titled ‘Sundrops.’ This photograph perfectly exemplifies his nuanced approach to portrait photography. It features a woman, elegant in a sunhat and dress, bathed…
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Capturing the Look with Candid Portrait Photography
©John Masters http://www.johnmasters.net/ Reveal Your Story: Authentic Candid Portrait Photography Sessions At John Masters Photography, true character shines in unscripted moments. Take for instance, the compelling black and white image titled ‘Crazy Shirt Day.’ This striking photograph perfectly exemplifies his approach to candid portrait photography. The subject, framed by mirror sunglasses and a tropical shirt,…
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Through the Window: Architectural Photography
©John Masters http://www.johnmasters.net/ Framing Architecture: Architectural photographer Shooting Through the Window Architectural Photographer: A Study in Form and Shadow Titled “Windows,” this striking photograph by architectural photographer John Masters is a compelling composition of symmetry, depth, and modern design. Shot in black and white, the image captures a dramatic interior perspective through a circular opening—looking…
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Time: A Veteran’s Memory in Black and White
©John Masters Reclaim the Moment: Ditch the Poses for Real, Powerful Storytelling ca. 1991Black and White Photography by John Masters Hurry up and wait. Anyone who’s lived the military life knows the phrase. It’s not just about standing still—it’s about preparation, patience, and presence. In this image, titled “ca. 1991,” John Masters captures that sentiment…
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Watch the World Move: Black & White Travel Photography in Atlanta
Sometimes it is just better to sit back and watch it happen. ©John Masters http://www.johnmasters.net/ ObservationsBy John Masters – Black and White Travel Photography in Atlanta Sometimes it’s better to sit back and watch it happen. This black-and-white photo, captured from a high floor of a modern Atlanta hotel, shows bustling life below—travelers moving with purpose,…
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Tiny Moments in Tiny Time and the Decisive Moment
The author discusses the concept of the “decisive moment” in photography, popularized by Henri Cartier-Bresson, which emphasizes speed and efficiency. While admiring this approach, they personally gravitate towards capturing “tiny moments in tiny time”, often taking longer to get the perfect shot. Despite being slower and second-guessing themselves, they strive to create images that make…
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Collaboration: The Photo and the Subject
Photography is often a collaboration. Collaboration between subject and the photographer. The process begins with ideas passed back and forth in conversation.
