What is Mexican photography? Well, there is no clear definition. But after being invited by the Gimnasio de Arte y Cultura for a portfolio review session in Mexico City in September 2011, GUP has discovered its depth and richness.
When starting this issue we were under no illusions that we could cover the whole spectrum of the rock genre in one magazine, so we had to make choices, harsh ones.
Observing people can be an interesting pastime, but for some it is more than just a hobby.
Issue 2. The year 2005 was extremely busy and eventful, resulting in many new initiatives.
2006 was an unparalleled year in the Dutch history of photography
Experimental photography includes alternative process techniques, and broadly refers to any photographic process or product falling outside the realm of straight film or digital photography. However, that comes close to a definition. It may be more appropriate not to define what ‘experimental photography’ is (or isn’t). Ever since Fox Talbot, people have been curious and playful enough to continue stretching the possibilities of ‘drawing with light’.
This issue hasn’t got a theme. Well, it does have a theme of sorts; ‘our’ theme.
Our neighbours. Belgium. A wonderful country.
Photographers are constantly looking for a solution to answer that question. As a result, they may resort to the editing of images. However, adding that little bit of ‘something’ has a very different effect in press photography and art photography. What is the limit between acceptable editing and conscious manipulation?
Constant innovation, quality control, exclusivity and timelessness: four characteristics that every fashion brand would like to espouse. And magazines strive for pretty much the same things.