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Interview with photographer Emmanuel Boitier

Series interview with Nature Photographers by Kristel Schneider ‘ I’m keener on photographers who show skills and know-how in the long run than on those who produce a very good shot every now and then’ When I moved  to the French region Auvergne from the Netherlands I noticed a difference in the attitude of photographers. In Holland it is common to go out with…

Abstract images via panning technique

Abstract images via panning technique by Kristel Schneider ‘To create interesting images of moving subjects requires some practice’ In my latest blog post I commented on Serge Deboffle’s exhibition entitled Art Animalier. Looking at what he showed at the Nature Photo Festival in Montier en Der made me look quite differently at the cranes gathering on Lac en Der. It’s quite renowned that November…

Nature Photo Festival Montier-en-Der

Montier en Der International Nature Photo Festival 2011 By Kristel Schneider (all images Nokia phone uploads) From the 17th till the 20th of November Montier-en-Der (and some surrounding villages)  was  full of life. In the village the festival spread over many different locations, from the city hall to the local schools and other halls. Outside you could enjoy some great outdoor exhibitions for free. …

Image of the Week at NatureScapes Net

Image of the week in category Flora and Macro by Kristel Schneider I just found out that my image: Stuck together,  has been  selected as ‘Image Of the Week’ at Naturescapes.Net (a photography forum) in the category, Flora and Macro.  Some feedback (so far): – Lovely color and pose Kristel — I like this one a lot. – Gorgeous colors & excellent comp, Kristel….