Who was Ernest Withers

The untold story of Ernest Withers

Imogen cunnigham

Excerpts from the film, Portrait of Imogen. The film was produced and directed by Meg Partridge, Cunningham's granddaughter (1987). With a sharp wit and a unique perspective on photography, Imogen Cunningham reveals how she carved out her impressive career while maintaining a household and raising a family. In a professional career of 75 years, Imogen had an enormous influence on the aesthetics of American photography.

Leni Sinclair

Leni, the other Sinclair [Sizzle Reel] from AtelierCinelux on Vimeo.

Leni Sinclair never had a weekly column in mainstream newspaper indeed her work was published by what we would call the social media of her time yet her work has endured. Through her photographs she documented the changing world around her. And when she wasn’t photographing it, she was driving change by opening galleries, communes, rallies and food co-ops. As a documentary filmmaker and a photographer, Leni’s story is important to me. It’s a story about standing up for your beliefs and encompasses activism, feminism, civil rights, culture, and art. And while it’s a historical story, it’s very timely.

Eugene Smith "The Country Doctor"

W. Eugene Smith left his most enduring mark with a series of midcentury photo essays for LIFE magazine. The Wichita, Kans.–born photographer spent weeks immersing himself in his subjects’ lives, from a South Carolina nurse-­midwife to the residents of a Spanish village. His aim was to see the world from the perspective of his subjects—and to compel viewers to do the same. “I do not seek to possess my subject but rather to give myself to it,” he said of his approach. Nowhere was this clearer than in his landmark photo essay “Country Doctor.” Smith spent 23 days with Dr. Ernest Ceriani in and around Kremmling, Colo., trailing the hardy physician through the ranching community of 2,000 souls beneath the Rocky Mountains. He watched him tend to infants, deliver injections in the backseats of cars, develop his own x-rays, treat a man with a heart attack and then phone a priest to give last rites. By digging so deeply into his assignment, Smith created a singular, starkly intimate glimpse into the life of a remarkable man. It became not only the most influential photo essay in history but the aspirational template for the form. click here to see the photo essay To watch American Masters video about Eugene Smith click here

Annie Leibovitz

Ever wonder what's involved when Annie Leibovitz shots a portrait? Watch a photo session with David Parson.

9 photo composition tips from Steve McCurry

Steve McCurry is an American photographer who has worked in photojournalism and editorial. He is best known for his 1984 photograph "Afghan Girl", which originally appeared in National Geographic magazine. McCurry is a member of Magnum Photos.

Heneri Cartier-Bresson

Henri Cartier-Bresson (August 22, 1908 – August 3, 2004) was a French photographer considered to be the father of modern photojournalism. He was an early adopter of 35 mm format, and the master of candid photography. He helped develop the "street photography" or "real life reportage" style that has influenced generations of photographers who followed. The Decisive Moment: Listen to Henri Cartier-Bresson talk about his photos in this slideshow. Also go to Magnum Photos to see more.

Alfred Eisenstaedt

Alfred Eisenstaedt was Life Magazine's most prestigious photographer. He came from Germany and left right before the start of World War II. He was THE photographer of his time for the most famous politicians, actors and actresses, musicians, athletes, and so many others. This 30 minute Emmy award-winning film follows Eisenstaedt as he returns to photograph modern Germany. With him as the predominant speaker, it looks at his style and approach, and at the stories behind some of his most famous photographs. It is a powerful, emotional, revealing film of one of the greatest photojournalists of our time.

Steve McCurry: Change is Good

They say all good things in life come to an end. Kodak retired KODACHROME Film, concluding its 74-year run. Steve McCurry was given the last roll of Kodachrome to shoot.