The photographic series opens up multiple possibilities

THIS VIDEO: I’m going to talk about the value of photographically thinking and working in series. The single image has value for recording or documenting - especially the news photograph. You can pack a lot of information into one image so it can be impactful… but if that’s all you do, then you are unlikely to ever develop a recognisable visual voice. This, opportunity opens up when you’re thinking broadly about a subject and developing aspects like mood, aesthetic, narrative and sequencing.
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ABOUT ME: The conversations focus on topics related to different aspects of photography including: art, documentary and photojournalism. The discussions explore the personal experiences of photographers and artists and how their work reflects both their internal and external landscape. During the past 30 years I have photographed in over 50 countries for magazines including National Geographic, Time, New York Times and Newsweek. I have held solo exhibitions in New York, London and Paris and my work is showcased in private and institutional art collections around the world.
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MUSIC: KZbin audio - Hellium - Tracktribe, Riding into the sun - Telecasted
Video Clips: History of Movies in 3 Minutes Fun Facts and History for Kids Educational Videos by Mocomi, The horse in motion (Eadweard Muybridge) 1878 First Film Ever

[@jameshoward9700]

Thought provoking and inspiring - thanks. And some wonderful images across all your projects.

[@richardrizzo_photography]

Excellent video and samples Graeme.

[@hoagyguitarmichael]

Your work is inspiring, as was the video.

[@LloydSpencer]

Nice one, Graeme. Sound and illuminating treatment. And your own photos are truly exemplary. Wish there was a spot for the humour of Elliott Erwitt in the video but, as usual, great job.

[@PhotoConversations]

Thanks Lloyd

[@channamasala]

Yes yes yes. Thank you for sharing your wonderful and valuable and extensive experience. 🙏

[@PhotoConversations]

Thanks CM

[@denislaroche3957]

great post sir, I learn something every time I see one of your video ! cheers from Montreal !

[@PhotoConversations]

Greetings to Montreal!

[@nelsonguaguadenina]

Very helpful, thanks for giving to as this amazing content

[@dodahlberg]

Good timing for this one. I have a couple projects going - I assign a project to different cameras but the one I'm most devoted to is with a Leica rangefinder (M4.2) and color film I develop at home. I'm giving it a year; to the end of next February. I'm focusing on odd things I see on my daily walks from my home to the beach: things people use to decorate their yards, for example, or strange window displays in shop windows; people and displays through glass, etc. As I scan the negatives, I'm seeing the photos I like the most are those through glass - in or out, with reflections. It seems like two series are emerging from this focus; straight photos of things I see and the glass photos. I also think in book form. I've had to sequence other projects in the past. That's the most difficult job of all it. Taking pictures is the fun part.

[@PhotoConversations]

Hi yes, it is always tricky at the begining to know what one is doing...or how many different things is doing.

[@pamelasmith8652]

Once again great video.

[@joycourtney]

Only recently found your channel, and I’m really glad I did. Particularly useful for me at the moment as I am about to embark on a new project, and the ideas in this video will help, thank you. I also like your photographs - a feeling to me of Eggleston’s colour and Robert Adam’s rigour.

[@PhotoConversations]

That's very kind. Best of luck with your project.

[@bowenisland100]

Inspiring - thanks!

[@juliagreen5278]

Great video!

[@DREES56_TRR-qw2vr]

Thanks Graeme, I need to start a project as I feel I am standing still right now and cannot decide what to focus on (pardon the pun), so hearing you discuss your process is helpful and I will start by setting the limits of the project(s) and try to stay within them.

[@PhotoConversations]

Go for it! I hope it comes together.

[@desmondpainter7313]

Excellent, useful episode. Your Scratching the surface essay resonates deeply with me, and it's such an important exploration of 'the structure of things now' in SA, if I can put it that way.

[@PhotoConversations]

Thanks Desmond

[@sonofoneintheuniverse]

Interesting video and really inspiring even for an old fart like me... 😊

[@PhotoConversations]

I'm also in the OF category.

[@thomaseriksson6256]

This was difficult for me to stay on during the videos running time. I had to stop a few times and replay that part. The reason is that I like to work in series for produce a narrative.

[@PhotoConversations]

Hey Thomas I hope it was worth hanging in there. Cheers Graeme

[@thomaseriksson6256]

@@PhotoConversations there were some good points that was new. A good video

[@hugo2898]

Could you do a video to the Japanese Artist: Yanagi Miwa ? By the way, I really enjoy your videos!

[@PhotoConversations]

Hi She does interesting work - I have added her to my 'To do' list. Thanks