Kolari Potato Camera Documentary

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The Best Infrared Cameras of 2023

One of the most common questions we get at Kolari is “What is the best infrared camera?”
Photography Artist Feature: Yuri Pritisk

I was born in 1976 in a city on the banks of the Volga River — the largest river in Europe. I was named after Yuri Gagarin, the first man in space. In honor of my namesake, I wanted to be an astronaut as a child. Everything turned out quite differently, but I do not […]
History of the IRChrome Filter

The digital Aerochrome filter that put Kolari on the map.
Choosing a Camera Brand for Astrophotography

Things to consider for your camera when pursuing astrophotography.
10 Pro Photographers Share Their Best Advice for Beginners

I asked some of the industry’s finest photographers the one piece of advice they wish they had been given in the beginning. Here’s what they had to say.
Photography Artist Feature: Antoine Nobile

Life in general, is a very inspiring adventure that is way too short to be spent trying to reach pointless trends or external expectations. My inspiration comes much more from our beautiful and surprising world than from my peers and their realizations. Every point of view has its own value, above all in artistic domains […]
Analog Ultraviolet Photos

How to establish film sensitivity and focus without any visible light.
The History of Infrared Photography

Infrared photography is the gateway to the unseen world.
Finding Your Photography Niche

What differentiates one photographer from another can be credited to leaning into one’s specific niche.
Photography Artist Feature: Martynas Charevicius

Currently, I draw inspiration from observing surrealist artists. I also like old propaganda posters; I believe artists were truly amazing and creative back then. If I could paint, I would. But since I am not good at it at all, I use photography as a personal wordless blog that is constantly shifting. My experiments began […]
How to Choose Camera Lenses and Gear

Choosing camera lenses and gear is like planning for a vacation. For some people, it’s the best part of the whole adventure.