Browsing: Hall of OM
It all begins with Maitani. Without his vision, the Olympus OM system wouldn’t exist and neither would the images, stories, or legacy it inspired. That’s why he’s the first article in this section. The Hall of OM is a tribute to the photographers who made OM cameras legendary: their work, their impact, and the stories behind the frames. Recommended reading includes four rare interviews with Maitani himself, where you’ll learn which Zuiko lens was his favourite, and why it still matters today.
Some photographers build reputations.Patrick Lichfield was born into one, and then surpassed it. Aristocrat, charmer, fashion photographer, Royal Family insider,…
If photography has a philosopher, it is Sam Abell. Soft-spoken, contemplative, deeply patient – Abell makes pictures the way a…
Some photographers chase spectacle. Others chase perfection. David Hurn chased something quieter: understanding. A founding member of Magnum Photos, a…
Jacques Henri Lartigue is one of those photographers who makes everyone else look as though they’re trying too hard. He…
Helmut Newton never hesitated. His portraits looked straight back – cool, self-possessed, and often half-dressed. He photographed women with force,…
David Bailey didn’t just change photography, he changed what photographers looked like. Gone were the stiff suits and polite distances…
Jane Bown didn’t need a studio. She didn’t need assistants. And she never needed a second shot. Armed with a…
Sir Don McCullin doesn’t flinch. He never did. From the rice fields of Vietnam to the rubble of Belfast, his…
Yoshihisa Maitani (1933-2009) was more than just a camera designer; he was a visionary who transformed the landscape of photography.…