Alperen AKHARMAN,EFIAP/g
My first encounter with photography was with my father’s camera during the primary school years and my interest continued to increase day by day. After traveling to the USA as part of my training in 2008, I was interested in aerial photography. I attended the Aerial Photography Academy in Belgium, studied and demonstrated on three disciplines of Aerial Photography in 2013. Very same year, I opened my first solo exhibition by transforming an active aircraft into an exhibition hall. Since 2013, I have taught fundamentals of photography and advanced techniques courses(Macro,HDR) at my club. I graduated from Photography department of Anadolu University with associate degree in 2016.
Thanks to the results obtained I received my first title AFIAP in 2014 from FIAP and then respectively in 2017 EFIAP, in 2020 EFIAP Bronze, in 2021 EFIAP Silver and finally EFIAP Gold level in 2022. In addition to being a member of AFAD and FOTOGRAFYA associations, I am cofounder of OTOFOKUS Photography & Art Club, which has ILFIAP club status in 2021. I have been appointed as the FIAP Liaison Officer of the International Federation of Photographic Art (FIAP) by the Photographic Art Federation of Türkiye TFSF since 2022. Last ten years, I have served as chairman, TFSF competition representative and jury member in national and international competitions.
Photography is the art, science, and practice of creating durable images by capturing light, There are many different types of photography, including nature, travel, portrait, landscape, still life, action and my passion Aerial photography, and each requires its own set of skills and techniques.
“If you want to be a butterfly, you must leave your cacoon”
Aerial photography consists of three main disciplines. First discipline is taking photos of Aerial vehicles from the ground(Spotters). Second discipline is Air to groundand taking of photographs from an aircraft or other flying object. It can be done using a variety of platforms, including airplanes, helicopters, unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), and even balloons and kites. The last and the most challanging discipline is air to air photography. You can take photographs of aerial vehicles via flying with other aerial vehicles. Aerial photography can be used for a variety of purposes, including mapping, surveying, and monitoring environmental changes. It can also be used in film and television production, as well as in real estate and advertising. The quality of aerial photographs is often highly dependent on the altitude, and angle of the camera, as well as the resolution of the camera and lens used.
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Nature photography is a genre of photography that focuses on capturing images of the natural world, including landscapes, wildlife, and plants. It often emphasizes the beauty and diversity of the natural environment and may highlight the relationship between humanity and the natural world. Nature photography can be done in a variety of settings, including forests, mountains, deserts, oceans, and even urban parks. It can be done using a variety of camera equipment, including DSLRs, mirrorless cameras, and even smartphones. Some nature photographers specialize in a certain type of subject, such as birds or flowers, while others prefer to capture a wide range of natural subjects. Nature photography can also be used for conservation and educational purposes, as well as for fine art and commercial projects.
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Portraiture photography is a genre of photography that focuses on capturing images of people. It can be done in a variety of settings, including studios, homes, outdoor locations, and even in workplaces. Portraiture photography can be used for a variety of purposes, including family photos, personal branding, professional headshots, and fine art. A portrait photograph usually captures the likeness, personality and even the mood of the person or people. A good portrait photograph should be well-composed and well-lit, and should ideally convey something about the subject’s character or personality. Portraiture photographers often use a variety of camera equipment and lighting techniques to achieve the desired effect. Some portraiture photographers specialize in certain types of portraiture photography, such as newborn, children, wedding, or boudoir photography.
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Travel photography is a genre of photography that focuses on capturing images of people, places and things while traveling. It is a way to document the experiences and cultures of different places around the world. Travel photography encompasses a wide variety of subjects, including landscapes, cityscapes, architecture, cultural events, street scenes and people. Travel photographers use a wide range of camera equipment, including DSLRs, mirrorless cameras, and even smartphones, to capture their images. They often try to capture the essence of a place, capturing the local culture, customs and way of life. They also try to convey a sense of adventure, discovery and exploration in their work. Travel photographers often have to deal with a variety of challenges, such as changing lighting conditions, weather, and cultural barriers. Some travel photographers specialize in a certain type of travel photography, such as adventure, wildlife, or food photography, while others prefer to cover a wide range of subjects. Travel photography can be used for a variety of purposes, including personal, commercial and editorial projects.
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Still life photography is a genre of photography that focuses on capturing images of inanimate objects, such as flowers, food, books, and other everyday items. It is a form of studio photography where the photographer has complete control over the lighting, composition, and arrangement of the objects in the scene. The goal of still life photography is to create aesthetically pleasing and often thought-provoking images that draw attention to the beauty of ordinary objects.Still life photography is often used in commercial, advertising, and editorial projects. Food photographers, for example, use still life photography to make food look appetizing in advertising and cookbooks. Product photographers use still life photography to make products look attractive in catalogs and e-commerce sites.Still life photographers often use a variety of techniques such as close-up, macro, or selective focus to create interesting compositions. They also use specialized lighting equipment, such as softboxes and reflectors, to control the lighting of the scene. Some still life photographers prefer to use natural light, while others prefer to use artificial light.The main goal of still life photography is to create an image that is visually appealing, and makes the viewer want to look at the objects more closely. Still life photographers often spend a lot of time setting up the scene and adjusting the lighting to achieve the perfect shot.
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“If your photos aren’t good enough, then you’re not close enough.”
“It’s not the photographer who makes the picture, but the person being photographed.”
