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One of my favorite photography magazines is LensWork–the work of Brooks Jensen (the editor/publisher). LensWork focuses on the creative and philosophical aspects of photography rather than the technical aspects. I am a bit of an equipment junkie and this offers a big counterbalance to just buying more equipment to improve my photography. LensWork makes me focus on the photo itself and the work required to get a great photo.
Also, LensWork is a gorgeously printed black and white magazine. The high quality duotone printing process results in art quality prints of the photographs–the tones and details are just so rich and vibrant that they jump of the page. It has helped me discover several photographers early like Nick Brandt and better yet to get insight into their though processes.
The magazine has great interviews of photographers and essays on art and photography. A typical issue of LensWork includes three to four portfolios, two or three articles or interviews, editor’s comments and End Notes by Bill Jay. The first section I turn to is Bill Jay’s "End Notes"–vignettes on photography and photographers.
This magazine makes the perfect gift for you or your favorite photographer or artist. You can find more information about LensWork at www.lenswork.com.