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by Carla DLM
The night has been a source of inspiration for artists since ancient times, long before photography became popular. Some of Van Gogh’s most famous paintings are night scenes. Some of my favorite ones are Starry Night, Starry Night Over the Rhone, Café Terrace on the Place du Forum at Night.
By the end of 1870, John Adams Whipple used electric lights to take night photographs. Years later, Alfred Stieglitz also experimented with nocturnal scenes in the streets of New York. They were some of the pioneers of what is now known as night photography.
Night photography is making tremendous progress, thanks to advancements in technology, the arrival of specialized new cameras and lenses, and the limitless creativity of photographers. Night photography can certainly be challenging, but it can produce some captivating results.
by Ben Goossens
For some people the night is associated with the unknown, mystery and fear. For others, it implies solitude and peace. When one of our community members, Martin Zalba (member martinzalba), was asked why he likes night photography, he replied: “Night photography discovers the secrets of the night. Our eyes cannot do long exposures and light (the soul of photography) gradually accumulates. It is a type of photography that has a great plastic force. We can see in the immensity of the sky as a little eternity” .. and yes he is right.
We know places play an important role in photography. It is not the same to capture a busy city at night than a beautiful landscape in an isolated nature. Martin was also very kind to share with us some tips that help him capture the beauty of the places he usually goes:
Looking at the 1x galleries, here is a selection of some beautiful captures that fit into this category of Night Photography
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 | Ralf Stelander FOUNDER Just amazing shots, very good job Carla! |
 | Carla DLM Thanks so much Ralf! Wish you a lovely week :) |
 | Jose C. Lobato PRO A great article, and a selection of fantastic photos. Congratulations Carla for that work, and thanks. A dear friend greeting. |
| Carla DLM Thanks so much Jose.. wish you a lovely weekend :)) |
 | Alejandro Garcia Excellent article on night photography and a great incentive to discover this magical and exciting world of night photography. Thank you very much Carla. |
| Carla DLM Many thanks Alejandro :) |
 | Ibrahim Canakci Thank you Carla, beautiful collection :) |
| Carla DLM Thanks to you :) |
 | Massimo Della Latta Complimenti Tutti. |
| Carla DLM Grazie mille Massimo ;)) |
 | Evan Oz CREW Enjoyed the article Carla, and the well-chosen images. Thanks. |
| Carla DLM Man thanks Evan :) |
 | Ahmed Thabet PRO wonderful article ... beautiful night photography examples ... and thanks for featuring my image |
| Carla DLM You are very welcome. Thanks to you :) |
 | Graham Daly Nice collection of images here! |
| Carla DLM Thanks Graham .. have a lovely day :) |
 | Mohammad Soheilinia What can be seen in this series of photos Professional Photography at night with the lights and use of local high exposure time of the shutter is open what in places filled with foot traffic and the amazing nature,Most see the lights at night in heavy traffic environment and result in strange and fantastic portable devices left behind
Some quiet night in black and white format comfort the people of that country has recorded,And other examples in nature of different products and have created tremendous.Of all the outbreak of this picture influencing the selection and arrangement have tried sincerely thank! |
| Carla DLM Many thanks Mohammad :) |