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September 2021

This quote from master portrait photographer Richard Avedon still rings true today

Above: Image by Gina Milicia “We live in a world of images. Images have replaced language — and reading. The responsibility to your role in history in whatever is going to happen to human beings— you are the new writers. And we can no longer be sloppy about what we do with a camera. You have this weapon in your hands which is a camera, and it is going to teach the world, it’s going to record the world, it is going to explain to the world and to the children that are coming — what this world was like. It is an incredible responsibility.” – Richard Avedon

You never forget your first time

Above: Image by Gina Milicia He was the best-looking guy I’d ever seen in my life. At 6′ 2″, he towered over me – I’m 5′ 7″ (5′ 8″ with my hair done). When he locked his piercing blue eyes onto mine, I actually gasped. Seriously. So there we were, alone together. It was my first time, and I was so nervous. My heart was beating at a million miles an hour. My mouth was dry. My palms were sweaty. “Pull yourself together, woman,” my inner tough chick scolded. I was only 22. I was worried I’d do something wrong. I thought I knew where everything went, but it’s not until you’re actually in the thick of it that you know for sure… I stumbled and bumbled my way along, and then I finally let myself go. It was rough, it was raw, and it certainly wasn’t pretty, but it...

Ep 364: The best advice from the masters of photography part two

Top photographers reveal their tips that could change the way you shoot. You'll hear from Sean Tucker, Julia Coddington, and Joel Grimes.

What’s holding you back?

Above: Image by Gina Milicia “I have been absolutely terrified every moment of my life – and I have never let it keep me from doing a single thing I wanted to do.” – Georgia O’Keeffe

Ep 363: The best advice from the masters of photography part one

Discover the biggest ‘a-ha’ moments from masters of photography. You'll hear from Nick Boothman, Ami Vitale, Donato DiCamillo, and Scott Bourne.

Need some inspiration? Check out the diverse styles of these masters of photography:

Bruce Gilden Bruce Gilden is a street photographer best known for his up close and candid street portraits using flash. I have to admit watching him shoot in this video made me really uncomfortable. I’m not sure I could shoot as brazenly as he does but I do find his images intriguing. Check out the video and let me know what you think. Elliott Erwitt Elliott Erwitt is a true master of his craft. He captures the decisive moment with humour, intelligence and sensitivity. In this video presentation Erwitt shares a selection of his favourite images from the last 60 years. And in this video Erwitt shares some fascinating insights behind his process. Cindy Sherman Way before Instagram made bloggers famous and #blessed a photographer named Cindy Sherman was using self-portraits as a form of artistic expression. Cindy Sherman is best known for her Untitled film stills series where she created a...

Three things that the best photographers in the world DON’T do

Above: Image by Gina Milicia Successful photographers don’t follow trends, they create them. The best photographers in the world have a unique style that sets them apart from all the other photographers. They photograph subjects that they are passionate about and light, pose and edit in a style that is unique to them. Photography is a visual conversation a photographer is sharing with the world. Copying other photographers or whatever style is hot on Instagram right now is like a musician that only plays covers in their sets. It doesn’t matter how much they sound or look like Adele, Beyonce, Prince, Elvis or Madonna – this style of music will only take them so far. Many of the greatest artists in history start out by copying their idols. The reason they became successful leaders in their craft is because at some point their work no longer resembles anyone else’s. They...

Ep 362: A complete guide to landscape photography for beginners and intermediates with guest, Brenda Petrella

Meet photographer Brenda Petrella who took a leap of faith when she left her cushy job as a cancer researcher for a tree change and life as a landscape photographer. She is a Vermont-based landscape and nature photographer, the founder of Outdoor Photography School , and the host of the Outdoor Photography Podcast.

How to direct and pose like a pro

About Gina

About Gina

Gina Milicia is one of the most widely known and respected photographers in Australia. She is the master of capturing that ‘magical moment’... READ MORE

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