Gigi Hadid celebrates her first Vogue Paris cover by stripping down to her birthday suit for the magazine’s March 2016 issue. Photographed by Mert & Marcus, Gigi goes nude in a black and white image and then covers up in […]
Read MoreThe Nikon vs Canon Debate Heats up Again 0
Camera manufacturers Nikon and Canon both recently released new flagship models of their DSLR lines and, like anytime one of these giants puts out something new, their respective fans are fervently debating the pros and cons of the two with […]
Read MoreDual-Lens Camera System Rumored on iPhone 7 Plus 0
Thanks to advancements in technology especially in smart phones, there were an estimated 1 trillion photos shot in 2015. The quality of most of these shots is sorely lagging behind even the most consumer-oriented DSLR but with each new release, […]
Read MoreCan One Picture Tell the Story? – Gary Cole 0
We’re all familiar with those iconic images that tell an entire story in just one shot. Think of the publicity shot of Marilyn Monroe from “The Seven Year Itch,” skirt blowing up as Marilyn laughs and unsuccessfully tries to push […]
Read MoreA Documentary About the Career of Photo Tycoon Peter Lik 0
Photographer Peter Lik is world-famous due to his vibrant landscapes. His work can be seen all over the world in the fifteen galleries that bear his name. The galleries offer a holistic experience to the patron, not simply his prints […]
Read MoreYour Appointment for STC’s Annual Eye Exam 0
It’s time again for your annual STC Eye-Exam as Shoot The Centerfold’s April 02-03, 2016 seminar / workshop at the Little River Studios is getting closer. We figured it was time to get our eyes checked and ready for everything we have in store […]
Read More7 Ways to Optimize Your Photographic Routine 1
The pre-production stage is one of the most valuable parts of any photo shoot. This is where things come together and start making sense. Planning the strategies to achieve what you wish to accomplish, finding the right props, wardrobe and […]
Read MoreThe Ink is Slowly Drying Out in Men’s Publications 0
The glory days of gentlemen’s magazines are fading fast. I had the pleasure to see both sides, print and digital, during my career when print, reproduction and quality were king at Playboy. While at Playboy headquarters in Chicago, one my […]
Read MoreAlbert Watson Shoots Real Estate Photos for His $21.5M NYC Penthouse 0
Iconic photographer Albert Watson, known for capturing a wide array of subjects over the years (everyone from Alfred Hitchcock to Tupac Shakur), has listed his Tribeca penthouse for $21.5 million, according to the New York Times. The duplex penthouse is […]
Read MoreANNUAL INSPECTION AND CLEANING – Gary Cole 0
The first of the year is not only a good time to change the batteries in your smoke detectors, it’s also a reminder to check over all your photo equipment. Is everything in good working order? When is the last […]
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