Every year, the Philadelphia chapter of the American Society of Media Photographers (ASMP) invites photographers from the region to submit a few examples of their best work for review as part of the Focus Philadelphia contest. Until the 2013 contest, the winning images had always been framed and hung as part of a gallery show. This year however, in partnership with Brilliant Graphics and Brilliant Studio, the winning images were published in a hard bound, 93 page book which was unveiled during a special night of socializing and drinks hosted by Brilliant Studio. ASMP Philly is hosting the Focus Philadelphia

Several weeks ago, renowned large format photographer, George Tice, spent several days with the Brilliant staff as his latest book, Seldom Seen, was on press.  In addition to Mr Tice, we were joined by a small film crew led by New Jersey-based photographer, Bruce Wodder. After wrapping up a very successful KickStarter campaign, Mr Wodder and his team have been following George from the field and into the darkroom as he creates five new images.  Several well-known men and women in the art and photography industry also discuss Tice’s legendary work.  The 3 minute trailer above already has me eagerly awaiting