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Check Out Jim Stephenson’s “The Architect Has Left The Building” at RIBA This Summer

Check Out Jim Stephenson’s “The Architect Has Left The Building” at RIBA This Summer

by Lexi Taciak
Architectural photographer and filmmaker Jim Stephenson has a thought-provoking, dual-screen exhibit at the Royal Institute of British Architects‘ London Festival of Architecture this summer. The film is essentially a lesson in people-watching in post-occupancy architecture and explores how humans interact with the spaces they are immersed in, whether as intended or not.
Protecting Your Time With Site Condition Clauses

Protecting Your Time With Site Condition Clauses

by Leslie Burns
Editors note: This is where we have to jump in and remind you that APALMANAC is proud to be partnered with California-based intellectual property attorney Leslie Burns. Please remember that the answers here are not legal advice, but rather for educational purposes.
Supreme Court Hands Down a Win for Photographers in Warhol V. Goldsmith

Supreme Court Hands Down a Win for Photographers in Warhol V. Goldsmith

by Brandon Vogts
On May 18th, 2023, the Supreme Court of the United States handed down its decision in the case of Andy Warhol Foundation for the Visual Arts, Inc. v. Goldsmith. In a 7-2 vote, the Court ruled in favor of photographer Lynn Goldsmith, finding that pop artist Andy Warhol had infringed Goldsmith’s copyright in a photo she took of the music artist Prince in 1981. The outcome of the case hinged largely on the Andy Warhol Foundation’s assertion that Warhol’s use of the photo constituted “fair use.”
Sergio Lopez Walks Us Through Photographing a Student Residence in Pamplona, From Client Outreach to Image Licensing

Sergio Lopez Walks Us Through Photographing a Student Residence in Pamplona, From Client Outreach to Image Licensing

by Lexi Taciak
Today we’re taking a little trip to Pamplona, Spain with Barcelona-based architectural photographer Sergio Lopez to check out his photographs of Residencia BCOME Pamplona. Sergio walks us through the making of this project, from relationship-building with his clients, to licensing the photos and protecting his work, so be sure to read through his insightful story here!
Finally, a split cost invoicing and licensing software built just for architectural photographers from Shared Construction Content

Finally, a split cost invoicing and licensing software built just for architectural photographers from Shared Construction Content

by Lexi Taciak
Regarding invoicing systems for photographers, it has always seemed like there are two options – billing software designed for wedding and real estate photographers, or on the flip side, general business invoicing systems that have nothing to do with photography. Finally, there is a new invoicing and billing system created specifically with architectural photographers in mind. The best part? The system revolves around licensing and cost sharing!
AI is Here to Stay: Say Hello to Photoshop’s Generative Fill

AI is Here to Stay: Say Hello to Photoshop’s Generative Fill

by Dane Alonso
Let’s be honest removing/adding objects in our work is time-consuming and complex and the available tools in Photoshop were… not so good. But that might be a thing of the past thanks to Photoshop’s new tool: Generative Fill. The AI narrative is everywhere right now, however you needed third-party programs like DALL-E to really integrate AI capabilities into our workflow (check out Kyrre Sundal post on the topic ).
Setting the Barré: Talking Hospitality Photography with Brandon Barré

Setting the Barré: Talking Hospitality Photography with Brandon Barré

by Shawn Talbot
When it comes to capturing bold, dramatic, luminous architectural images, Brandon Barré is in a league of his own. Known for photographing some of the swankiest projects on Earth, Brandon doesn’t just rely on fancy spaces to create his incredible photographs; his perfect composition, dramatic lighting and meticulous staging and attention to detail results in images that we can all draw inspiration from.
David Zarzoso Photographs a Maritime Club in the Heart of Madrid

David Zarzoso Photographs a Maritime Club in the Heart of Madrid

by Lexi Taciak
This week’s featured project takes us into the heart of Madrid to a restaurant called La Maruca de López de Hoyos by ZOOCO. Showcasing this gorgeous space is architectural photographer David Zarzoso. David has done a lovely job showing off the intricacies of this space, particularly the shapes and materials the design is centered around.
On Abundance and Value

On Abundance and Value

by Leslie Burns
Seems like virtually everyone talks about how there is an abundance of content creators today, how there is more creative work than ever, and how everyone is a photographer, a writer, a curator (don’t get me started on how that word is misused), a musician, whatever.
Felix Speller Photographs an Eclectic Saint Laurent Inspired Home in London

Felix Speller Photographs an Eclectic Saint Laurent Inspired Home in London

by Lexi Taciak
Felix Speller’s work has an undeniably distinct quality, where you can look at any of his photographs and think “Aha! This is a Felix Speller!” Felix is back for another Project of the Week with another beautiful space by Child Studio. Just as with Felix’s past Project of the Week offering at Maido Sushi, you can expect to see a restrained color palate in these photographs, filled with gorgeous custom cabinetry, glass block, and just the prettiest lighting you’ve ever seen.
Nikon Z8 Announced for Pre-Order

Nikon Z8 Announced for Pre-Order

by Jędrzej Sokołowski
For some time now, it has become popular to claim that Nikon has overslept the transition from DSLRs to mirrorless cameras, and some even predict the end of the company. Nikon, with the introduction of the well-received Z9, showed that they still know how to build great cameras for professionals that even set new standards in certain fields.
30 Years of Architectural Photography With Duccio Malagamba

30 Years of Architectural Photography With Duccio Malagamba

by Lexi Taciak
Architectural photographer Duccio Malagamba has been photographing the built world for over 30 years. In his 30 years of professional work, Duccio has collaborated with an impressive client list like Alvaro Siza, Herzog & de Meuron, and Rafael Moneo.
Is This the End of Digital Backs?

Is This the End of Digital Backs?

by Jędrzej Sokołowski
Produced for more than 20 years, Swiss-made Alpa cameras are renowned for their precision, construction quality and high price. They are designed to work with medium format digital backs and specifically mounted lenses from Rodenstock and Schneider.
Photographing a Project Over the Course of Two Years – The Hungarian House of Music

Photographing a Project Over the Course of Two Years – The Hungarian House of Music

by György Palkó
It’s very difficult to start telling a story when you don’t really know where to start. Maybe it was in 2015 or 2016 when I first came across the visual designs, which immediately piqued my interest. An incomparable building was visible on them, one that I had never seen anywhere before, let alone in Hungary — it was a rendering of the future Hungarian House of Music.
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