How Does Photography Become Fine Art?
Wondering how you can become one of the best fine art photographers?
We’ve collected interviews to answer a straightforward question: How to become a Fine Art Photographer? It seems anyone can take a well-lit picture, but when does the art come in? How do you reach that particular place?
In this fine art photography ebook, ten photographers discuss their ways of answering that question. In this fine art collective, you’ll read what goes on in their mind as they create work that has been shared worldwide.
And you’ll read honestly but won’t read anywhere else because our questions go for fundamental ideas, not scripted stuff meant for viral clicks.
We collected these interviews to help you understand their work and, in the process, appreciate your photography. In their interviews, you’ll read about problems you face—in their answers, you might find ways to overcome them.
We hope you enjoy the free fine art photography ebook.
Contents Of This eBook
- Nigel Grimmer
- Andy Elloway
- Jared Thomas Kocka
- Catherine Scrivener
- Ira Chernova
- Nathanael Turner
- Caitlin Teal Price
- Alex Coghe
- Lindsay Perth
- Amy Lombard
Nigel Grimmer: Art Portraits Done in Art Drag
A UK based photographer, Nigel Grimmer has been featured by the Guardian, Time Out, Slate, and many others.
His art has been called “sharp and sensational,” “genius,” and, perhaps most curiously, “the sort . . .
You might see if you mistakenly went back to a serial killer’s house after a nightclub, mistaking him for ‘a real dish’.”
Jared Thomas Kocka: Leaving Everything Behind to Shoot Fine Art Photography
At the top of this list, Complex’s number one young photographer to keep your eye on, was Jared Thomas Kocka. Going from working at Dominos to shooting L.A.’s best models, Kocka makes work that’s vibrant and clean.
But describing his work would be the least interesting thing to write. If you want to read about an artist who left everything he knew to create his art, or if you need any inspiration at all, just read his story.
Andi Elloway: Shooting Nudes and Starting Trouble
Andi Elloway has shot with Rolling Stone, Virgin Records, Glamour, Elle, Capitol Records, Macy’s, MADE, Nylon, and Ladygunn, and that’s just from picking at random on her website.
Her interview was one of my favorites to write, and I guarantee you’ll learn at least one thing from reading what she has to say
Catherine Scrivener: The Beauty of Life’s Many Small Moments
Catherine Scrivener, one of the best fine art photographers doesn’t waste time when creating her art. She knows how quick and unmediated it all can be. She also has made a handsome handmade zine— that promptly sold out real quick—and she has also been called by Complex a photographer you need to know.
Ira Chernova: Elegant Monochrome Portraits of the Fashion World
Ira Chernova is a well-known model. She is also a well-known photographer. She has shot with some of the biggest names in fashion, both behind the camera and in front of it. Her work’s intelligent, dark, and complex. The perfect artist you need to learn from.
Nathanael Turner: Vivid Photos of L.A.’s Many Faces
The work of Nathanael Turner captures its brilliant and desperate faces, simply. Having worked with New York Magazine, The Wire, and Newsweek, and many more, Nathanael Turner makes work that tastes like L.A. — and that certainly says a lot, considering L.A. hardly ever feels complete.
In this interview, Nathanael Turner talks about how he got his start in photography, explains his greatest influences, and reveals how he achieves his vivid work.
Caitlin Teal Price: Mysterious Reflections Against Light and Shadow
If you’ve ever looked at a cityscape and said to yourself that there’s a photograph you need to make, need to capture, in it, then Caitlin Teal Price is a photographer you need to study. Her work has been exhibited across the US and featured by Los Angles Times Framed.
Alex Coghe: What Street Fine Art Photography Is and Isn’t
Have you noticed that nearly all our fine art ebooks have at least one street photographer in them? Why is that?
Well, because street photography is fucking cool. Sorry if the fucking word offended you. If it did, you probably don’t like street photography. But, if you do, then you’ll like Alex Coghe. He’s got a handle on it
Lindsay Perth: Seeing Double and Capturing a Double Sense Shoot Photography
Lindsay Perth is the best fine art photographer with many talents. Besides Lindsay Perth’s Edinburg-based commercial, street, and documentary work, Lindsay also once studied print-making, has made short films and has created several art installations across the UK. Lindsay has that multi-disciplined, curious flair you only see in the truly ambitious.
Lindsay Perth’s photography feeds on those many passions that have been faced. I was immediately drawn to this experimental and bold work, especially the photo montages from A Sense of Someplace.
Amy Lombard: Flashy Portraits of Unordinary People
Not a lot needs to be said about Amy Lombard.
Her work is all over the internet. Even her words and thoughts are quoted, tweeted, and admired. She sees things that almost everybody would miss or ignore. You need to study her & amy Lombard photography.
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This is a digital artist must have!!
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Excelente experiencia
pierre –
Very helpful and inspirering products.
Vera de Ruvo –
Thank you very much.
SAincerily
Vera
Gerald Griswold –
PLEASED
John Manuwal –
For the price it’s great! It’s always fun to learn from others even if they shoot in a different style.
Megha Kendre –
I know.. Sucha win-win ebook for free 🙂 We will bring more such collectives for sure 🙂 Stay tuned.