There is a commonly held idea that the camera doesn’t matter. Indeed, it is hard to find a brave person who would argue otherwise. Certainly, I am not one of them. Unfortunately, some people misunderstand this overworked adage. Of course the primary tool you use every day matters! Have you ever met a musician who [...]
Although I love music, I am well aware of my shortcomings, politely speaking, in this matter. If I hired a music teacher and practised for years, I might be able to sing one song without turning the audience hostile and violent. I am well aware that singing will never be my strong suit, and that’s [...]
It is a well-known maxim that specializing in one genre of photography helps in promoting and selling a photographer’s work. We agree with that. However, such a narrow specialization, while logical and commercially viable, could lead to unwelcome reverberations. One of them is conformity and stiffness. Those of you who have journeyed with us for [...]
The first lines of our 2016 blog said it all: “It is easy to pat yourself on the back in this serene atmosphere. You worked hard, produced great visuals, got many ‘beautifuls’ and you reached a place that is comfortable and cosy, so why disrupt this calm?” Well, somehow it feels cramped here; it’s static, [...]
No, I am not a devoted street photographer but I do enjoy this fascinating and challenging genre of photography. Not only does it help me improve my seeing but it also teaches me patience and the art of observation; it motivates me to break human barriers. I do believe that every photographer should indulge her/himself [...]
Sometimes we take long walks around the city... All images taken with the Fuji X-Pro2 and the XF 35mm F1.4. F2.8, Classic Chrome (CC) and Acros (A) film simulations. Next time... 2016 © Kasia & Olaf Sztaba Photography. All rights reserved.
The mission was simple: take the Fuji X-Pro2 with the XF 35mm F1.4 and head downtown to capture some Vancouver moments using the latest ACROS film simulation from Fuji. We were after strong shadows, noticeable highlights and most importantly captivating scenes. We have already had a chance to shoot with this new film simulation and [...]
All taken with the X100S and the Fuji X-Pro1 paired with the XF 35mm F1.4. 2016 © Kasia & Olaf Sztaba Photography. All rights reserved.
In my presentations, I often talk about the process of creating a photograph. No, I am not talking about pressing the shutter button. That part is easy and immaterial. The starting point of creating a photograph is always a connection. There must be some type of emotional, intellectual, visual or even physical connection to [...]
First, there was shock, disbelief and numbness. Then there was a fierce anger and the urge to talk, but no words came out. I did what I usually do in such moments of deep sadness. I decided to act in the best way I know. I grabbed my camera. It was a miserable day in [...]
