Capturing Blue Iceland by Andy Lee
Photos by Andy Lee
Although Iceland might be a small and remote nation, it attracts over half a million photographers and travelers every year, as it remains one of the most picturesque places in the world. Some of the most recently striking photos captured of the beautiful Nordic landscapes, waterfalls, peaks and roads, are that of UK-based photographer, Andy Lee, in his series titled, "Blue Iceland". Lee's approach to this series is with infrared photography to pick up invisible light rather than visible light, perfect for night, misty weather, or darkened interiors. The outcome is a set a photos that don't compare to other landscape photos taken of Iceland... ever.
Lee specifically shoots with a 5×4, medium format, digital and infrared. With this technique he put on his website, “Infrared and Iceland, a match made in heaven.” And he proves this point through his photos. Below are some of our favorites, and check out more on his website, and also follow him on Facebook and Twitter, as he plans to revisit Iceland soon.
[Via ThisIsColossal]
Surreal Pictures Shot With Old Film Camera
Photos by Oleg Oprisco
In combination of dramatic landscapes, floral designs, and an old Kiev 6C and Kiev 88 film cameras, photographer Oleg Oprisco developed amazingly surreal pictures for all to see. The 26 year old photographer from Ukraine stepped outside of the digital world with this series, and proved that old film camera's can still be used for artistic and surreal work without the use of photoshop.
Oprisco definitely showcases her appreciation for film photography and the importance of single frame shots in this body of work. With a muted color palette, unexpected props, and mysterious figures, each photo carries it's own magical essence.
Take a look at the following photos and find more here.
[Via Demilked]
