Two Photographers Illegally Climb The New Tallest Building In China (Video)

Two Photographers Illegally Climb The New Tallest Building In China (Video)
Interesting Photo of the Day: Lunar Landmark
Tips for Shooting Artistic Nude Photography (Video)

Posted: 14 Feb 2014 04:22 PM PST

Two Russian climbers, Vadim Makhorov and Vitaliy Raskalov, who have gained a reputation as fearless photographers after climbing some of the world’s tallest buildings are at it again–this time taking on the tallest building in China, the Shanghai Tower, which is currently under construction. The Shanghai Tower measures in at 2,073 feet (632 meters) tall, making it the second tallest building in the world behind Dubai’s Burj Khalifa:

The two risked their lives, as no harnesses or other safety precautions were taken other than planning around the weather. After spending two hours scaling the building, they were forced to camp out on top for 18 hours while they waited for better weather to begin the descent. They blogged about their harrowing experience via LiveJournal and shared the stunning images you see below:

JinMao tower and Shanghai Financial Center (people call it “the bottle opener”) as seen at night during the climb.

Looking down at the clouds.

Photographing from a precarious position.

Vadim Makhorov climbs the second tallest building in the world.

In addition to the stunning photographs, the pair was able to capture the ascent on video by mounting a GoPro atop their heads with a strap and clip system.

The surreal view from the very top of the crane on top of the tower.

The view from 600 meters above ground.

Facing scrutiny for their embarrassing lack of security, the building owners, as well as Chinese law enforcement, are currently looking into the matter, though at the time of writing it is unclear whether trespassing charges will be filed. If the two Russians do face criminal charges they could be looking at hefty fines, jail time, and possible revocation of their passports. The building owners have publicly expressed regret in regards to the matter and have warned the public that security around the construction site will be heightened.

For reference, this is where they were, as seen from the famous “Bund” walkway across the river.

In an interview done with The Daily Mail last year, the skywalking photographers informed readers:

“We are just chasing the dream and always looking to go to the next highest point to see the things no one else gets to see. We don’t mean to trespass or harm anyone, so we do often have to wait until the coast is clear.”

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Interesting Photo of the Day: Lunar Landmark

Posted: 14 Feb 2014 02:10 PM PST

The city of Seattle, Washington has recently enjoyed the limelight, thanks to the Seattle Seahawks’ 2014 Superbowl victory. But since long before the Seahawks came around, Seattle has been recognized for its stately space-era landmark: the Space Needle:

Seattle’s Space Needle, photograph captured by Hai Nguyen. (Via Imgur. Click for larger size.)

Built for the 1962 World’s Fair (just seven years before the first manned moon landing), the Space Needle’s sleek, mid-century-modern lines harken back to an era when people thought we’d be traveling in flying cars by the 2000s (just like The Jetsons). With a glowing full moon behind it, this photograph of the Space Needle—captured by Hai Nguyen—retains that futuristic feel even 50+ years later.

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Tips for Shooting Artistic Nude Photography (Video)

Posted: 14 Feb 2014 12:17 PM PST

Nude photography can be a sensitive topic, and there are certain protocols that photographers should follow when taking on the genre. The insightful video below walks us through a tasteful nude photoshoot as a professional photographer discusses the do’s and don’ts of artistic nudes:

A few key tips for artistic nude photography:

Before the shoot even starts, make sure the model is comfortable with what you’re going to do by discussing the shots.
If your model has never done a nude shoot, start with very basic poses with lingerie on to make them comfortable.
Never touch the model. Instead, mirror the poses to them.
Don’t use too wide of a lens if the background is cluttered, this will help avoid getting it in the shot. Stick with a good, standard portrait lens.
Be careful with sharp bends and angles in the poses you ask from the model to avoid creases in the skin.

Block off part of a window to control natural light.

Lastly, as with almost any kind of portrait photography, experiment with the light. Just because you are using ambient light doesn’t mean you lose control over it. It’s helpful to know which angles produce the most flattering or artistic light.

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For further training on boudoir photography:

There is a full guide on the difficult art of Boudoir Photography aided by Speedlights. Michael Zelbel has developed a method to shoot wonderful beauty photos with a set of lighting gear, that is so small, it fits into his carry-on luggage when traveling. It’s easy to use and enabled him to walk into any bedroom and turn it into a stage for breathtaking boudoir photos within minutes. The guide also carries a 60 day guarantee so there is no risk in trying it. Simply remember to use the voucher code PICTURECORRECT, our readers can get a discount.

Found here: The Art of Boudoir Photography with Speedlights

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