Month: July 2018
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Photolosophy 101: Street Photography and the Art of People
I’ve been passionate about street photography ever since I was 18 years old. But I never stopped to think, consider, and reflect: Why street photography?
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Introduction to Photolosophy
Dear friends, Me and the HAPTIC CREW (Cindy, Annette, Jennifer) are currently working on an epic new project called “Photolosophy”: a digital starter kit that will comprise of video content, PDFs, articles, photos, and text to empower you as a photographer.
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New Products from HAPTIC INDUSTRIES
Discover all of the new epic products in the HAPTIC SHOP:
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Photography Entrepreneurship Philosophy
Take your own destiny in your own hands with empowering Photography Entrepreneurship Philosophy:
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Henri Cartier-Bresson Photography Philosophy
Henri Cartier-Bresson: the godfather of all contemporary photography and street-documentary-reportage photography:
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Georges Seurat: Color Theory and Composition Layers
Study the work of George’s Seurat, his colors, layers, and composition. His work reminds me of the classic work of Henri Cartier-Bresson (people by the water), and also the layered compositions of Alex Webb.
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Photography Philosophy 101
Dear friend, Photography is philosophy. Let me expand some of my thoughts with you:
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Black and white film photography by ERIC KIM
KODAK TRIX400 pushed to 1600, with yellow filter. Buy FILM NOTES to learn how you can master film photography for yourself!
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20 Travel Photography Hacks
Personal travel hacks I use when I’m traveling and shooting photos:
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Why Does Black and White Photography Look More Timeless?
Why does black and white photos seem more classic or timeless than color photos?
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ERIC KIM Downloads
Free downloads to empower you:
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STREET CLUB: Summer School Starts Now.
Dear streettogs, STREET CLUB: Summer School Starts Now. Your first assignment: CAFE assignment.
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Timeless Photography
Is there such a concept of making photos that are timeless, which resist the ruthless jaws of time?
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How to Maximize Your Photographic Energy
Dear friend, As photographers, the more energy we have— the better. More energy means more power to make photos. More energy means more ability to walk further distances, with less fatigue. More energy means we can get more “amped up” to shoot with more enthusiasm, life, and vigor!
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Part 4: MATRIX Philosophy and Cinematography
Continuing our MATRIX series, what happens when you free your mind, and stop doubting yourself?
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Make Beautiful Photos for Yourself
Make photos which you peeceive as beautiful for yourself. I feel we should make photos for ourselves, that when we look at our own photos, we feel happiness and joy!
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Inner Power
Dear friend, A philosophical idea: I think to live the best life possible, we must seek to empower ourselves to the maximum possible extent — to maximize our energy, self-confidence, and inner-power.
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5 Photography Tips for Kids and Children
Dear friends, To promote our brand new book, “My First Photography Book” (the first children’s book on photography!) I wanted to share some tips, thoughts, and practical philosophy on teaching your child (or the kids in your life) how to make better photos:
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How to Be More Optimistic in Your Photography and Life
Dear friend, I want to share with you how you can become more optimistic in your photography!
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Pre-Order the New ERIC KIM PORTFOLIO BAG
Dear friends, HAPTIC INDUSTRIES is super excited to share the news that the new ERIC KIM PORTFOLIO BAG is now available for preorder in the HAPTIC SHOP.
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All in a Day’s Work
Hustle hard for today, not tomorrow Ignore your sorrow and your pain Your limbs are strong not lame And you got a smartass brain!
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STREET CLUB Summer 2018 Starts Now in the FORUM!
Head over to STREET CLUB Summer 2018 at the ERIC KIM FORUM to receive weekly challenges, learn to give and receive constructive critiques on your photos, and win prizes!
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Travel Photography Project Ideas
Dear friend, when you’re traveling on the road and shooting photos I recommend trying to shoot a photography project. Why? It will give you a focus during your trip, and also yield you something tangible by the end of your trip!
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ERIC KIM SAIGON Photos 2014
Reflecting on my experiences 4 years ago in Saigon (Saigon Diary 1, 2014). Photos shot on Fujifilm XT-1 and 27mm lens.
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How to Live a Purposeful Life
Dear friend, A life suggestion: only make photos which give you personal meaning in life, and live a life which feel purposeful to you.
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Order Now: “My First Photography Book” Digital Edition for Children and Adults!
Dear friends, team HAPTIC is super pumped to share that MY FIRST PHOTOGRAPHY BOOK (hardcover and digital mobile edition) is now available for pre-order in the HAPTIC SHOP >
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What Should I Pack Before a Photography Trip?
I remember when I was 20 years old, ready to embark for my first international photography trip. I was going to backpack through Europe for around 30 days, and I had no idea what camera/equipment to bring.
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Why Photograph Like a Child?
HAPTIC PRESS is almost done with our new and upcoming children’s photography book, “My First Photography Book”, and I wanted to use this opportunity to reflect: “As adults, why is it beneficial for us to shoot photos like children?”