On the occasion of World Photography Day, we can not deny that the iPhone is the most popular camera in the world. And the day aims to inspire photographers to use photography to share their world with the world and originates from the first photograph that was ever taken following the invention of the first photographic process coined in 1837. Photography has come a long way over the 181 years.
We also compiled that These Might be the Best Photos Shot With an iPhone in 2018.
Altamash Javed – Dubai
Altamash is a Pakistani photographer currently living in Dubai. He is an ex-investment banker that credits the iPhone for helping him switch careers to become a full-time photographer.
As a professional photographer, he still uses his iPhone extensively both for work and personal photography. Architecture, travel, aerial & documentary photography are his passions.
Andrew Knapp - Canada
Andrew Knapp, originally from Sudbury, Ontario, has published multiple pictures books of worldwide travels with his adorable dog, Momo and has a highly engaged social following on Instagram. All of his photos are edited in Lightroom for iPhone.
“Muralla Roja in Calpe, Spain – the architecture by Ricardo Bofill is out of this world. The first photo is definitely one of my favourite shots this year.”
Ashish Parmar - India
Ashish Parmar is an Indian photographer who typically shoots in a variety of settings including weddings, music festivals and wildlife.
“I shot this image of my best friend's wife, Pashmeena. She is like a sister to me. We were at a friend's wedding and during the send-off (bidaayi), I captured Pashmeena with a faraway look in her eyes. She later confessed that it's reminded her of her wedding and her bidaayi. This was shot on Portrait mode using the stage light option.”
Erica Wu - Taiwan
Erica Wu was born in Taiwan and immigrated to the U.S. at the age of 17. Erica graduated from the Academy of Art in San Francisco. She currently works as a freelance photographer and travel blogger in Taiwan, specializing in photos of animals, street cats and scenery around the world.
“The sunflowers are just full of energy and passion. Looking at them makes you feel warm and hopeful.”
Jirasak - Thailand
Jirasak is a talented photographer who captures stunningly beautiful shots through his iPhone. His work reflects the arts of local lifestyles in upcountry Thailand.
“He is my best friend. Meaningful photos or happiness is all around. Sadly my best friend has passed away.”
Kerem Uzel - Turkey
Kerem is a photographer who graduated from Istanbul Technical University and went to the US to attend the New England School of Photography for his MA in photography.
“My son Ali, 7 years old, shows his secret stone from the sea where he found it. I have always a hard time to get good photos of him, as a photographer and a father. Happy to capture his proud moment of showing his valuable item.”
Paul Zizka - Canada
Paul is an author and award-winning mountain landscape and adventure photographer based in Banff who travels frequently worldwide capturing “under-documented” areas including glaciers and auroras. Paul also runs photography workshops around the world.
“My home is in the mountains and I draw great inspiration from spending my time amongst them. I love the history not only from a geological point of view but from those who have to lead the way, pioneering routes and exploring the area so many years ago. It is almost incomprehensible to imagine the harsh conditions they faced with such limited clothing and equipment. I used this inspiration to recreate a typical pioneering scene using a mountaineer model dressed in a typical outfit for that time.”
Prashant Vishwanathan - India
Prashant is a freelance photographer who has worked for several editorial publications in India.
Prashant was exchanging stories during a smoke with this grandfather in the city of Bundelkhand “A few generations ago the Thakur’s of this village poisoned the liquor at a marriage party killing the groom, his family and the men of his caste. As a warning to other lower castes, they threw the bodies in the common well. The only water source became the warning to generations to come to not to look at their women!”
Vivian Liu - Hong Kong
Vivian is the founder of Studio UNIT. She studied architecture at the University of Waterloo and Harvard University's Graduate School of Design and discovered her passion for photography. Her style has broadened to include portraiture, natural landscapes and product photography.
Vanessa Heins - Canada
Vanessa is a Toronto based photographer known for editorial and commercial photos of musicians and celebrities. She regularly shoots high profile talent and lives music for CBC’s The Strombo Show and House of Strombo.
My friend SHAD is one of the warmest souls who truly has the worlds greatest smile that permeates all. I feel like if you know him and see this photo you can actually hear his incredible laugh. I feel like if you don’t know him and see this photo, you instantly want to be his friend (and trust me, you do!)
Zack Zhang - China
Born and raised in Beijing, Zack Zhang graduated with honours from London College of Communication in 2005. After gaining various working experience across Europe, Zack came back home and soon got assignments with many illustrious publications. For his elegant and advanced style, he garnered an international reputation and has photographed many well-known personalities.
Shooting animals in Portrait mode is a whole new experience. The details and texture of the animal skin can be clearly seen, and the bokeh effect really makes the animal stands out. “
Kael Rebick - Canada
Kael is a popular photographer on Instagram based in Toronto. She has spent years capturing the beauty of her city as a hobby and passion. Her work now takes her to spectacular destinations around the globe.
“This is my niece, Rosie. I love this portrait so much because of the sheer delight in her face. It really shows her inner light and beauty.”
Source: indian express