Miniature cameras have given filmmakers and photographers new options that not too long ago would have been a great way to lose or destroy expensive cameras. They have greatly reduced the number of “impossible” shots. These little cameras have blasted off into space, ascended gracefully on weather balloons, and I’ve personally dropped them hundreds of feet underwater on nothing more than fishing line.
Matt Brandon over at The Digital Trekker writes up some good tips on creating remarkable photo essays.
His post is crammed with links to some well made and inspiring photo essays on a variety of topics (including Marcus Bleasdale’s haunting Rape of a nation essay about war in the Republic of Congo).
But there’s also some useful nuggets of advice for anyone considering, or actually making, the transition from still photography to multimedia. Things like:
I’m particularly interested in the audio side of things, and the practicalities of making good audio recordings while simultaneously taking good photos. It’s quite a juggling act, and something I hope to explore in future posts.
