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Photography Blog | News, Technology & Inspiration

Camera tests, news, tips and inspiration for your photography! In the Foto Koch Blog you will find current topics and trends around photography and video production. We inform you about new cameras, lenses and other electronic devices, write testimonials and give inspiration from other photographers and artists. In the Foto Koch blog you will also find many articles from our photography magazine Schnappschuss.


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25. June 2024

Focus on the essentials: Commercial Beauty Close-Ups | Eleni Bogatini for Canon

Sometimes less is more - in this workshop, photographer Eleni Bogatini will show you what this looks like in commercial beauty photo shoots.

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25. June 2024

Go Creative! Beauty portraits with a difference | Eleni Bogatini for Canon

Immerse yourself in the world of beauty photography and get creative!

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25. June 2024

Medium format vs. APS-C: Different portrait looks | David Klammer for Fujifilm

When and where does digital medium format make sense? Who needs 100 megapixel resolution? And how does APS-C compare in a portrait shoot? Find out in this workshop.

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25. June 2024

No pro, no problem: Authentic portraits without a professional model | David Klammer for Fujifilm

How do I put a person who is not used to being photographed in the right light? Which poses work, what role do the hands play and how do I lighten the mood on set? David Klammer has a few tips and tricks for these and many other questions.

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25. June 2024

Manual lenses: Character and easy handling | Christian Laxander for Voigtländer

Are you interested in manual focusing, maybe you already have a manual lens at home, but don't really dare to use it? Then this workshop is just right for you.

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25. June 2024

Character portraits in black and white | Jean Noir for Sigma

In this workshop, photographer Jean Noir invites you to create unique character portraits and tell stories with your very own visual language.

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25. June 2024

In order to properly set the scene for athletes' muscles and their characteristic faces, a different light is required than for other portrait shoots. You can find out what you should pay attention to, how best to set the light and which light shapers you can use in this workshop, where the European super middleweight boxing champion Leondrit Gashi will be portrayed.

25. June 2024

Action-packed sports photography | Jörg Schüler for Nikon

An eventful summer of sport with the European Championships and the Olympic Games is just around the corner. Sports photographer Jörg Schüler shows you how to take impressive and action-packed sports photos. What camera settings do you need to consider? Which perspectives increase the dynamics? The shoot here is with the European super middleweight boxing champion Leondrit Gashi.

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11. June 2024

With Sony cameras + lenses to the portrait master

Looking for the perfect equipment for stunning portraits? Then Sony is the answer! With their Alpha cameras and G, as well as G-Master lenses, you can set new standards in portrait photography. Unleash your creativity and experience unparalleled image quality.

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06. May 2024

Sichverbinden - An exhibition in public space

Under the title "Sichverbinden", 13 female photographers from the Female Photoclub NRW and a guest artist will be presenting their work in a showcase exhibition at 34OST Düsseldorf from May 16-26, 2024

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06. May 2024

Sichverbinden - An exhibition in public space

Under the title "Sichverbinden", 13 female photographers from the Female Photoclub NRW and a guest artist will be presenting their work in a showcase exhibition at 34OST Düsseldorf from May 16-26, 2024

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25. April 2024

Stories behind large canvases

Films and series have a fascination all of their own: they offer an escape from everyday life, transport us to other worlds, make us root for our favorite characters and tell unique stories. Photographer Eddy Chen works where many of these stories are brought to life.

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11. April 2024

11. April | LIVE-TALK: Natural wonder Iceland - Between fire + ice

In our live talk, we take you to the breathtaking landscape of Iceland. Join us on a virtual journey through the north and experience the fascination of the forces of nature up close. Sebastian Lehrke, landscape photographer and speaker, shares his experiences from his Iceland expeditions with us. In recent years, he has impressively documented the beauty and at the same time the danger of Icelandic nature.

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10. April 2024

Full format vs. APS-C format - What's so great about full format?

Every photography fan has heard the term "full-frame camera" or "full-frame sensor". But what is a full-frame sensor anyway and what impressive advantages does this larger sensor actually have compared to a smaller sensor? We want to answer these questions before you buy a new camera.

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21. March 2024

What often remains hidden on the ground

Most people know the city they live in like the back of their hand. At least that's what they would say if they were asked. But how well do we really know our immediate surroundings? Especially off the beaten track and beyond the facades of buildings. Do we know who the people are who live just a few kilometers away from us? Do we know them? What do we know about their stories?

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06. March 2024

Exploring Cosplay - Photography by Foto Koch

Weirdos, crazy people or "It's not carnival" - these are statements that cosplayers often have to listen to behind their backs. Whether on the way to the next photo session for the Instagram profile or simply for a convention: the costume lives from the image and the staging. This is where I come in.

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15. February 2024

Small luggage when traveling - experiences with Fuji and Nikon

A year ago, photographer Hans-Jürgen Sommer reported on his experiences with fast, manual lenses in flamenco photography in a very exciting article. In the meantime, he has also discovered his love for travel photography. In this guest article, he shows that good travel subjects are sometimes not that far away and that even comparatively small luggage is capable of taking great pictures.

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07. December 2023

Live-Talk: On safari in Botswana - with Lisa + Paul Hüttemann

Lisa and Paul Hüttemann talk about their trip to Botswana, the challenges of photographing in the wilderness and the journey of the pictures from the camera to the printed magazine.

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04. November 2023

Creative lighting - live shoot with Fabian Grell (Clipskills)

In this live shooting workshop, L Mount photographer Fabian Grell demonstrates the often surprisingly simple tricks that can be used to create really creative and unusual portrait photos in the studio.

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04. November 2023

Content creation - Photo and video - Live shoot with Vanessa Wunsch and Anna Rommel

Vanessa Wunsch specializes in working with creators and brands! In the second live shoot, you will learn all about content creation and how Vanessa and Anna combine photo and video.

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04. November 2023

Collaboration with creators and brands - live shoot with Vanessa Wunsch and Anna Rommel

Vanessa Wunsch specializes in working with creators and brands! During this live shoot, you will get to know her way of working and learn great tips and tricks to take your photography to the next level.

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04. November 2023

Basics of Cosplay Photography - Live Shooting with EosAndy

Andreas Krupa has specialized in cosplay photography. In this live shoot you will get to know his way of working and can learn great tips and tricks in the shoot to raise your photography to a new level.

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04. November 2023

Possibilities in macro photography - live shoot with Christian Brockes (Wild Macro)

In this live shoot, Christian Brockes shows you the possibilities of macro photography

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03. November 2023

Right focal length for portrait live shooting with Thomas Adorff

In the second live shooting which focal length is perfect for your portraits and what effects they have on your image! Thomas Adorff gives you tips and tricks and tells you about his own experiences in portrait photography!

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03. November 2023

Hard light, striking, rich in contrast- Live shooting with Thomas Adorff

In this live shooting you will learn how to use hard light for your portraits. Thomas Adorff will answer your questions and show you in practice how you can directly implement tips and tricks!

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Sony Alpha 7R VI Live Talk: Wildlife, Studio, Video & Wedding

In the live talk from the Sony launch event, Sasan Amir, Luise Blumstengel, Awid Safaei, Ferdaus Nayebi and Klaus Hellmich talk about the Sony Alpha 7R VI and the new 100-400mm f/4.5 GM OSS in practice.

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