What's With All These Hipster Photographers?

Maybe its the age of tumblr and Instagram; maybe its a push against all these Pinterest whimsy family session... but more picture takers want to do something that looks different. Lets all take a look at contemporary artists that foster a drive to deliver something a little new.

The years past there was a strong drive in pretty creamy dreamy photos of families and kids. There was a train and everyone hopped on; following the rockstars of the industry. Thankfully most that gained notoriety for their style were happy to share, for a premium. As of late there has been a breakout of noteworthy people changing the expected and safe and delivering quality magical photos on a consistent basis.

Dina Goldstein

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Provocative; in the best possible way. Dina’s art takes popular ideas in our culture and re-examines them. She is most known for her Fallen Princesses series; but her In The Dollhouse and Gods Of Suburbia are equally moving and all have a haunting honesty to them.

Megan Thompson

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Chances are that if you were a scene kid or avid show-goer in the mid 2000's; you have seen Megan's work. Her shots have been all over AP Magazine and she now is on staff with Hopeless Records.

Brooke Shaden

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Brooke is a fine art photographer that primarily shoots self portraits. Through careful planning and creative use of Photoshop she makes her dreams come to life. All her images have a signature magical quality tucked into a square frame.

Lindsey Byrnes

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Lindsey has had many famous faces in front of her camera; and has been in many lifestyle magazines. She takes the rules of color, lines, form, perspective and angles and bends them all; resulting in a familiar idea of a portrait but one that is inventively crafted. Additionally she does what any great portrait photographer would and highlights the subjects personally, helping the photo feel more lively then a standard style head shot.

Kai Wong

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Kai is the quirky face of the photography web-series DigitalRev; but is also an amazing street photographer with a great eye and enthusiasm to push everyone to their greatest. Sarcastic and witty, he delivers steady tips and tricks as well as breaks down specs on lots of gear. A huge precious resource to the photography community and a great artist.

The Blissful Maven

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Candice takes the personality of whatever her subject is and breathes inspiration and passion into the image she crafts; making for stunning portraits unique to that client. Her look is misty and cool; with a film vibe.

Three Nails Photography

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Hunter is renowned as a stylized portrait artist and wedding photographer. He often creates a mood or an era with his images that transports you fully to that place. His technical skill coupled with his vision makes your jaw drop.