Capturing A Moment

Photography uses radiation-sensitive mediums such as photographic film or electronic image sensors to create pictures. The first photographic camera was invented in the nineteenth century and was able to capture detail in ways that other art mediums could not. This detail could be used as information about the world, politics, war and law. It could be used to prove things and capture people as their true selves.

Over time, photographic technology and processes have evolved. Pictures can be captured on peoples phones, can be shared on the internet and can be developed in a number of ways. People use cameras as a form of art as well as to capture moments and convert them into lasting memories.

These moments might include:

1. The birth of your child:

The first ever picture of your child is something that you will cherish forever. And it's really not only their first ever picture, but all of the pictures that trace their early life. Young parents seem to always have their photographic or video cameras out, as little ones change so much every day.

2. A hot air balloon ride:

There are a number of sports that involve flying through the sky, including skydiving and bungee jumping, but neither of those are really optimal for taking photographs. Hot air balloons however, are the perfect place to take photographs. You can get wonderful shots of the Earth below you, the skies above you and the world around you.

3. A trip abroad:

Travellers visiting a new place would be silly not to bring their cameras along with them. Sure you'll have memories but to really capture the essence of the place it's always a great idea to take pictures. That way you'll never forget the streets you walked on, the buildings you saw, or the people you spent time with. Adventurers on ski, surf, mountain biking holidays or more are bound to find themselves in places they are unlikely to ever return, on days they will never see again.

As mentioned above, photography is also an artistic medium (and not just one to capture memories). Black and white photography continues to be very popular despite the fact that colour film has been available for a long time. With only two shades to work with, details are often more pronounced and pictures are given an older, sometimes more mysterious, feel. Whether you're trying to hold on to a once in a lifetime moment, an artist, or both, cameras can help you achieve what you want.