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Just the facts: The photo should be taken BY YOU and taken the week of the challenge. This photo should be of a place you've not explored, and that doesn't mean it has to be an exotic or dangerous location.
Let's go down the road less travelled and visit the Unexplored – where your camera becomes a compass, guiding you to hidden gems and untrodden paths of creativity. Forget the usual suspects; we're diving headfirst into the uncharted territory of your city, your backyard, or even your grandma's attic. Do something different - take a new route on your office commute or visit a suburb you haven't gone to before. Heck, if you can wrangle an invite to a foam party at Ibiza - say yes!
Ever thought about capturing the magic in ordinary, everyday things? Well, "Unexplored" challenges you to turn your lens towards the forgotten corners of your world. That rusty old mailbox or scenes from a neighborhood that you've never been to might just be waiting to tell a story only your camera can reveal.
From forgotten relics to hidden nature spots, this challenge urges you to capture the essence of the unfamiliar. Go and explore some place and something new, it'll help you think on your feet and teach you to adapt to new scenarios in an even better way. If by some chance you are on vacation, then this week will dovetail nicely with your travel plans. The thrill of discovering new places and documenting the nuances of life hones your skills and expands your creative arsenal. It's a crash course in adaptability, pushing you to find beauty where others might just walk by.
"Unexplored" is not just about snapping pictures; it's about unearthing a treasure trove of artistic vision within yourself. Whether you're a seasoned pro or a smartphone shutterbug, these uncharted territories will broaden your mind and skillsets faster than a crash course in astrophysics (and way more fun, trust me).
Posting to Socials? Our hashtag of the week is #52Frames_unexplored
TIPS:
- Blur's Beautiful: Experiment with motion blur and shallow depth for dynamic and magical shots.
- Zoom on Details: Capture the often overlooked textures and patterns for unique, compelling photos.
- Rule-Breaking Fun: Forget traditional rules; play with angles and perspectives for unpredictable frames.
- Candid is King: Focus on authentic moments and genuine expressions for storytelling shots.
- Golden Hour Magic: Embrace the soft, warm light of sunrise and sunset for extraordinary photographs.
TUTS:
- Reasons for shooting at new locations and some ideas on finding new places to photograph.
- Intro to urban exploration photography, and behind the scenes with some urbex photographers. Please consider safety and legal aspects if you plan on doing any urbex photography!
- Headed somewhere? Remember to take loads of pics - a guide to travel photoraphy.
- If you are in a creative slump, explore some of these suggestions.
- And a different take on "unexplored": 5 pioneer women photographers you probably haven't heard of before.
- ? Tips for phone photography when exploring cities ?
Looking for more inspiration? Check out our previous albums Unexplored (2022), and Something New (2018). And as always, The Googles! Oh you sweet Googles.
Think the Main Challenge alone ain't worthy enough of your photog skillz? Sweet - try adding the EXTRA challenge along with the Main Challenge to showcase your abilities.
This week, we'd like to see you Involve A Stranger when you visit the Unexplored.
Do remember, the EC is neither mandatory nor does it enhance your odds of being picked for any 52F honors. It's just an EXTRA challenge for you, if that's something you want to take on in addition to the Main Challenge. We intentionally design the Extra Challenge to be difficult for most, so only take this on if you are looking for an EXTRA challenge. Get it? It's extra. ?
Photo credit: Sergio Carrasco - Week 7: Unexplored (2022)
Remember, you are only submitting ONE photo per week. It is not necessary (and sometimes not possible) to work in this Extra Challenge into your submission. It’s extra challenge!