Leather camera bag - 5 reasons for a premium camera bag that combines style and function
More Than Just Looks: Why Leather Camera Bags Are Gaining Attention “Leather camera bags? Sure, they look great—but are they really practical?” That might’ve been the assumption a few years ago....
Ergonomics of shoulder straps: How width and edge processing affect comfort
The focus of every photographer, musician or craftsman is the instrument itself: the camera, the guitar, the tools. Hours are spent fine-tuning the technology, settings and perfect equipment. But what...
The Hidden Roots of the Hasselblad 500C/M: Its Bond with Music
The Untold Story of the Hasselblad 500C/M and Music The Hasselblad 500C/M. If you’ve dabbled in photography, you’ve probably heard the name. Launched in 1957, this legendary medium-format camera won...
5 Reasons You Should Consider A Used Leica Q2 in 2025
For photography enthusiasts, Leica cameras are the ultimate aspiration. Among them, the Leica Q2 stands out for its stunning image quality and intuitive simplicity—qualities that keep it in high demand...
Why Leica Cameras Are Exceptional: A Deep Dive into the Leica M11's Performance
The Leica M11 - More Than just a luxury camera When people hear the name "Leica M11", they often think of a luxury camera. But this camera transcends mere status....
Travel-friendly leather messenger: Tailor-made as personal items on the plane
Traveling with expensive camera equipment and a laptop can be a real challenge for photographers. The desire to always have valuable equipment to hand when traveling clashes with the often...
Many people know Linda McCartney primarily from the music industry. The wife of ex-Beatle Paul McCartney was a member of his band Wings as a singer and keyboardist, which brought...
Die 7 besten Leica-Kameras 2025 - Von Klassikern bis zur modernen Spitzenklasse
Was macht Leica so besonders? Warum die Marke 2025 wieder im Rampenlicht steht Zeitloses Design und Handwerkskunst Schon im Moment, in dem du eine Leica in die Hand nimmst, spricht...
When the weather is bad, many amateur photographers prefer to stay at home, but you can take great pictures on wet days. The special lighting situation and diverse reflections and...
Canon's compact cameras: when portability meets quality
If a camera needs to be small and light and at the same time meet high quality standards, Canon compact cameras are among the most interesting options on the market....
Light and shadow: The portrait techniques of Richard Avedon
Trendy consumption versus personality, luxury versus modesty, light versus shadow: these are stark contrasts that clash in the work of photographer Richard Avedon and characterize it just as much as...
The psychology of color in photography: using Leica color science
The effect a photo has on its viewers depends largely on the selection and presentation of colors. If you want to create moods, trigger emotions or convey messages, pay attention...
In challenging, difficult times, looking back to the past provides familiarity and creates a sense of security. So it is hardly surprising that nostalgia has become a major social and...
Red Dot Editions explained: Especially for Leica owners
For generations, Leica has been more than just a manufacturer of cameras. Anyone who owns a Leica is choosing a piece of cultural history, an icon of photography and a...
Whether it's a roaring party night, a moving conference or a magical moment on stage - event photography not only captures images, but also emotions, atmosphere and the stories that...
Infrared photography opens up a fascinating world beyond what the human eye can perceive. It allows us to explore the light spectrum that lies just outside the red end of...
The latest news on digital photography is mostly about mirrorless systems rather than DSLRs. However, Nikon cameras with DSLR technology continue to offer undeniable advantages for modern photography. And this...
Sony offers many camera models, including those for beginners. What suits you best depends on your ambitions. Do you only want to take photographs occasionally, dedicate yourself intensively to this...
The frame sewing technique - the master discipline of leatherworking
When talking about genuine craftsmanship, there is no getting around the welt sewing technique. It is one of the most traditional techniques that has been perfected over centuries in fine...
12 Exposures – A Roll of Insights: Episode 1: Steve Mc Curry
Steve McCurry is one of the most famous photographers of our time. Known for his vibrant color and people-centric storytelling, his work has inspired generations of photographers and continues to...
Visual stories: Documenting life with Dorothea Lange
Born in New Jersey in 1895, the photographer Dorothea Lange influenced documentary photography, to which she gave decisive impetus, particularly as a form of social photography. Lange's photographs are not...
We all know that a good photo requires at least one great subject and a skillful composition. However, it is just as important to master the craft of photography, to...
Wedding photography: Unforgettable shots and how to take them
Your own wedding is one of those rare and absolutely unforgettable moments in life that you will remember happily for many years to come and whose photographs are absolutely important...
Frans Lanting: A journey through the wilderness - unique nature photography
Animals, plants, landscapes, weather and natural phenomena are the classic subjects of nature photography. It is one of the most exciting and particularly challenging areas of photography. Many internationally renowned...
Today, Vivian Maier is a well-known figure in the genre of street photography and in the world of photography in general. However, this was not always the case, as the...
The decisive moments in Henri Cartier-Bresson's street photography
When we think of street photography as a genre today, we generally have a pretty clear idea of what practices and principles we associate with it. One of the most...
Every photographer knows that the choice of lens is almost as important as the choice of camera. The most important thing is that the lens of choice matches your own...
Around the world with Hasselblad: Tips for unforgettable travel photos
Motifs, moods, extraordinary moments: The special thing about traveling is that we get deeply involved in the special nature of the surroundings and the encounters with people. It's all the...
Every professional and amateur photographer is aware of the fundamental importance of light for photography. Nevertheless, the appeal of capturing impressive moods and motifs with the camera even in low...
With street photography, you capture authentic moments in public places. The focus is on people, their actions and interactions. The aim is to capture real life in unposed scenes. Successful...
Through the night with Nikon: How to take pictures of stars and seas of light
Looking at the stars in the night sky has fascinated people since early times. This fascination continues to this day and even grows with the right camera equipment for night...
Koblenz through the lens: Architecture, everyday life and moments
Koblenz is just a stopover between Cologne and Mainz? From the photographer's point of view, this statement could hardly be more wrong. If you have a little curiosity and a...
Maximize your time: the best time management tips for business travellers
In the age of Zoom, Teams & Co, business trips are becoming less frequent, but face-to-face meetings are still essential for important topics. The diary for business trips is usually...
The ultimate Canon wedding photography checklist: How to create unforgettable wedding images
Wedding photography is more than just capturing moments - it tells the story of one of the most important days in your life. With the right preparations, optimal technology and...
The art of architectural photography is not only focused on imposing office buildings or ornate old buildings. This type of photography is fascinating in that it highlights spaces, shapes and...
You often see it in restaurants: as soon as the colorful pizza or the sumptuous salad plate is on the table, people reach for their cell phones to take a...
The capabilities of modern digital cameras in the field of video are enormous and are in no way inferior to the recording of individual images. However, the recording of continuous...
Sports photography captures dynamics and movement in an image, often showing drama and emotion. These insights are what make good sports photos so fascinating, and many people with a passion...
The Fuji X series is characterized by excellent image quality in a compact design. Both beginners and professionals will find the right model among these mirrorless digital cameras with APS-C...
The beauty of the medium format: Hasselblad in focus
Medium format sensors have fascinating advantages over 35 mm or full format sensors. This is because the larger sensor area - compared to 35 mm cameras - contributes to an...
Vintage is in, and not just since yesterday. It may be due to the feeling of a weighty analog camera in your hand, the knowledge that every photo is unique...
In the field of photo composition, there is a special technique in which the various picture elements are arranged in such a way that they form a frame in the...
Taking photos with a smartphone has one decisive advantage in particular: you always have the device with you anyway and can often capture important things and beautiful moments in passing...
How to create a photo essay: Planning and execution
A photo essay can be created for a variety of reasons. Perhaps you want to document things from your surroundings for purely private purposes or take part in a photo...
Exposure bracketing for images with a high dynamic range
The interplay of light and shadow is particularly effective in high-contrast photos. A scene appears more vivid and spatial when bright areas create visual accents and deep shadows lend structure...
Any camera with manual setting options and a wide-angle lens is suitable for capturing images of a starry sky in a way that the naked eye cannot see. If you...
Learning to superimpose: depth in street photography
Street photography looks at the small, often overlooked moments of life around us. You can encounter them anywhere, because street photography is only limited to the streets in the literal...
We are all familiar with captivating portraits that immediately cast a spell over us - be it through an intense gaze, a gentle smile or the skillful staging of a...
Multiple exposures: Creative effects in photography
Multiple exposures, which today represent an art form in their own right in the world of photography, were probably originally one of those wonderful accidents or oversights that create something...