Ansel Adams (1902–1984) was an iconic American photographer and environmentalist, best known for his black-and-white landscape photographs of the American West, particularly Yosemite National Park. Born in San Francisco, Adams originally trained as a classical pianist, but a trip to Yosemite in 1916 changed his life forever. He became obsessed with capturing the beauty of nature, and soon after, his focus shifted from music to photography. Over the years, Adams became a major advocate for environmental conservation, using his art to inspire others to protect the natural world. His images are not just photographs; they are works of art that helped define landscape photography as we know it today. (Basically he's the daddy of rock and leaf photo takers)
Adams wasn’t just an artist—he was also a technically gifted when it came to photography. Along with photographer Fred Archer, Adams developed the Zone System https://youtu.be/x_k2iAgZfGs?feature=shared&t=9, a photographic technique that allowed for precise control over the exposure and contrast of an image. This system divided the range of tones (from black to white) into 11 zones, helping photographers visualize how their final image would appear. By mastering exposure and development, Adams could bring out an incredible amount of detail in both the shadows and highlights of his photos. This technique became essential for his iconic images, allowing him to showcase the textures, patterns, and beauty of nature with remarkable depth and clarity.[EXIF data available. Click here to show/hide.]Camera-Specific Properties:Equipment MakeFUJIFILMCamera ModelGFX100SMaximum Lens Aperturef/4.0Image-Specific Properties:Exposure Time1/125 secF-Numberf/14.0Exposure ProgramManualLens Aperturef/14.0Brightness1.0 EVExposure Bias0 EVMetering ModePatternLight SourceDaylightFlashNo FlashFocal Length64.00 mmImage Width1178Image Height1500
Adams’ portfolio is filled with some of the most famous landscape photographs ever taken. His works like “Moonrise, Hernandez, New Mexico” (1941), “Clearing Winter Storm” (1944), and “The Tetons and the Snake River” (1942) have become legendary. These images capture the grandeur and tranquility of nature.Adams used large-format cameras, which allowed him to capture an incredible amount of detail, and he often waited for hours (sometimes even days) to get the perfect lighting and conditions.
Adams wasn’t just a photographer—he was also a passionate environmentalist. He believed that his photos could inspire people to care about the Earth’s natural beauty and fight for its preservation. He worked with organizations like the Sierra Club and lobbied for the protection of wilderness areas. His photographs became powerful tools in conservation efforts, helping to establish national parks and protect natural landmarks in the U.S. Adams also received numerous awards for his contributions to photography and environmentalism, including the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 1980. Today, Ansel Adams’ work remains a testament to the power of photography not only as an art form but also as a means of environmental advocacy.
I'll share a few more of his photos. Hope bitter anon enjoys this thread as he's one of the reasons it was made.See you next week for another chapter of the History of /p/hotography
>>4365184He didn't invent the camera or the medium, he perfected documentary-style work. You call him an "artist" yet he founded f/64 because he reviled the pictorialism of the time, which used photos as a medium for more abstract art pieces
>>4365193Yeah I know, Niepce invented the camera and it was said in the previous thread (shit I should have linked it... good to know for next time). Art doesn't need to be abstract to be art, it's my own opinion and I might be very wrong but I see his work as art. Shit forgot to talk about f/64, well thanks for participating and bringing it up.
>>4365184It's ironic that Adams would be using micro four thirds if he was alive today.[EXIF data available. Click here to show/hide.]Camera-Specific Properties:Equipment MakeOM Digital SolutionsCamera ModelOM-5Camera SoftwareCapture One 23 MacintoshMaximum Lens Aperturef/1.8Image-Specific Properties:Horizontal Resolution300 dpiVertical Resolution300 dpiExposure Time1/500 secF-Numberf/5.6Exposure ProgramAperture PriorityISO Speed Rating200Lens Aperturef/5.6Exposure Bias-1.7 EVSubject Distance6.82 mMetering ModePatternLight SourceUnknownFlashNo Flash, CompulsoryFocal Length17.00 mmImage Width1944Image Height2592RenderingCustomExposure ModeManualWhite BalanceManualScene Capture TypeStandardGain ControlNoneContrastNormalSaturationNormalSharpnessNormal
>>4365203No retarded idiot. He would be using his iphone 69 because it provides better quality and more convenience than your overpriced phone camera in disguise.
>>4365213iPhone 69 isn't out yet. the most current model is iPhone 16
>>4365215Pathetic runt! Only true photographers get access to the good phones! Just like the military is secretly 50 years ahead in technology so is the iphone. You have failed at every aspect of your life so it does not suprise me you wouldn't even be aware of the iPhone 69.
>>4365217>Not the iPhone 71
>>4365219Did you know that many lesbians trim and file their fingernails everyday?
>>4365184>ruins photography by making it easy for plebs to enjoyWhat a fucking jerk.
>>4365243That's because they are fingerfucking maniacs. Great thing btw how easily a nice and well constructed thread gets derailed by a bunch of jerk offs, myself included. Also Ted Fuckhead Assclown from the YouTube link has this attitude that just makes me want to punch him in the face all day long. Luckily this kind of moronic retards dont exist in Europe, otherwise I'd be posting this reply out of the jail. Seriously what .... fuck it. Enough rage.Thank you, OP. I enjoyed it.
The image of that fat guy is really terrible. It has a very dark and evil vibe, besides the rather strange and disturbing edit. I hate everything about it. Fuck you for uploading it.>okay snowflake
>>4366066>besides the rather strange and disturbing edit. I hate everything about itHere, have the original.
>>4366072Man enjoying his popsicle in peace
>>4366076Ice cream and whiskey.
>>4366072Actually less disturbing but I still don't like the guy
>>4366082I want that shirt.
>>4365203the guy who considered medium format to be a compromise in image quality but small and portable? the guy who hauled a gigantic view camera and a massive tripod for stability?i think he would have had a nikkon and would spend more time editing raw files than taking pictures
>>4365189pretty sure i saw this pic on /rpt/
>>4366702Would be hilarious. I did once share a picture of Cartier-Bresson claiming it was mine and an anon complimented me.
