The ƒ/D Book of Pinhole

The ƒ/D Book of Pinhole is a collection of pinhole photos from 99 photographers which was submitted in response to a Call for Entry in July and August of 2016. The photographs were selected and accepted based on their aesthetic quality, uniqueness of execution, appropriate use of pinhole and, in some cases, demonstration of persevering through the challenges of pinhole. In their entry, photographers also … Continue reading The ƒ/D Book of Pinhole

Photographer Blake Andrews – Because The Past is Just a Goodbye

Exhibit review by contributor Patrick Collier – Blake Andrews at Blue Sky Gallery, Portland, OR – June 2016 I’ve known about Blake Andrews for many years. He is a force to be reckoned with in the world of photography, particularly because of his minimally titled blog, B. Steeped in the history of and a dialog about photography, the blog is informative, but its real bite comes … Continue reading Photographer Blake Andrews – Because The Past is Just a Goodbye

Paris Photo 2016

Photographer and writer Mandy Williams attended this year’s Paris Photo exposition, and had a special interest in viewing works from galleries that were owned by, or whose directors are women. As a special contribution to Wobneb Magazine this month, Williams presents her experience and particular works of note. She found the artists’ desire to expand the definitions of photography was the highlight of the show. Mandy Williams, PARIS … Continue reading Paris Photo 2016

Interview with photographer Carrie Schreck

Cary Benbow (CB): Why did you become a photographer? How did you get started? Carrie Schreck (CS): I messed around a bit with film as a kid but the real answer this: when I first lived in San Francisco, my boyfriend and I never locked our car. It’s best just to leave it unlocked with nothing in it; if someone breaks in, at least you don’t have to … Continue reading Interview with photographer Carrie Schreck

The Perils of “Creative Documentary Photography” by Allen Murabayashi

The World Press Photo recently announced the creation of a new contest whereby the documentary photos in it would not be limited by their manner of creation. Murabayashi raises an important question about what criteria documentary photographers should be obligated to when telling a story through photography.  Here is the link to his post, decide for yourself: http://blog.photoshelter.com/2016/10/the-perils-of-creative-documentary-photography/ Allen Murabayashi is the Chairman and co-founder … Continue reading The Perils of “Creative Documentary Photography” by Allen Murabayashi

Book Review: MTWTFSS by Sophie Harris-Taylor

Capturing luminous moments between the momentous ‘MTWTFSS: Chapter 1. 2010-2015’ is a vulnerable, honest and intimate photo book by the emerging photographer Sophie Harris-Taylor whose autobiographical body of work is made of images taken from her photographic diary of the past five years. The book is laid out in a traditional journal form, much like a decent sized Moleskin notebook, complete with a strip of fabric … Continue reading Book Review: MTWTFSS by Sophie Harris-Taylor

Photography Is a Marathon, Not a Sprint

Wobneb Magazine archives – William Olmsted interview, September 2015 It has been just over a year since the first big interview published in Wobneb Magazine. The old Tumblr site archive is sitting quietly, ready for a travel back in time, but I will point back to the companion post in Vantage on Medium.com so the work of William Olmstead can shine. Thanks to everyone who … Continue reading Photography Is a Marathon, Not a Sprint

A Process of Healing – Interview with photographer Tarah Sloan

I came across a series of images by Tarah Sloan when reviewing work in the F-Stop Magazine exhibition, Family, earlier this year. The exhibition took place at a time when Sloan was not able to give her input for an interview, but I had the chance to revisit her work; and I am glad for the opportunity. In our interview, she revealed the back-story for her … Continue reading A Process of Healing – Interview with photographer Tarah Sloan

Book Review: Out of the Ordinary: A Journey Through Everyday Scotland | Vol. 1 by Iain Sarjeant

Book Introduction by Iain Sarjeant: Much of my photography is spontaneous in nature – I enjoy wandering, exploring, discovering, observing – often in everyday places. It’s a way of working that I find very fulfilling – just drifting and seeing what is round the next corner. Out Of The Ordinary has developed from this approach, and reflects my interest in people’s relationship and interaction with … Continue reading Book Review: Out of the Ordinary: A Journey Through Everyday Scotland | Vol. 1 by Iain Sarjeant