Alan Brown 10/8/26 Alan Brown 10/8/26

Presentation announcement - ‘Mindful ICM’

This post announces a forthcoming presentation (Gateway Camera Club), but also reflects on how I believe ICM has matured over the years.

At the heart of this evolution is what I call ‘Mindful ICM’ — a more considered approach that reduces reliance on chance and places greater emphasis on intention, understanding and control.

Alan Brown 8/27/26 Alan Brown 8/27/26

Odd Bods - a different side of ICM

Not every ICM image goes according to plan.

When using ICM to capture the human form, my intent is to retain the general form of the subject. But what do we do with images where ICM takes that form beyond what we consider acceptable?

Rather than consigning such images to the trash can, in this post I decided to give them a second look - and a name: Odd Bods.

Alan Brown 7/26/26 Alan Brown 7/26/26

What IS ICM - and who gets to decide?

As ICM continues to grow in popularity, so too does the debate over what actually constitutes an ICM image.

Is the current definition still fit for purpose, or should it evolve to reflect the creative techniques photographers use today?

Alan Brown 5/18/26 Alan Brown 5/18/26

Advancing ICM - Multiple Exposure blends

So far, our Intentional Camera Movement techniques have been restricted to motion captured within a single exposure.

In this article, however, we explore how combining multiple exposures opens entirely new creative directions for ICM photography.

Alan Brown 4/22/26 Alan Brown 4/22/26

Advancing ICM - Multiple Imprinting

Following on from the imprint technique, this post considers multiple imprinting as a natural extension.

It introduces the idea of adding further moments of stillness within a single exposure, and explores how structure and motion can coexist within ICM.

Alan Brown 4/13/26 Alan Brown 4/13/26

Advancing ICM - the power of Imprint

If I had to point to one technique that reshaped how I approach ICM, it would be what I call Imprinting.

Rather than letting movement override a scene, imprinting allows its character to remain, woven into the motion itself.

In this post, I explore what that means in practice, what it can bring to your own images, and how camera direction influences the final result.

Alan Brown 4/11/26 Alan Brown 4/11/26

Advancing ICM - expanding the experience

While the ICM Unlocked series established a foundational understanding of the craft, it was never intended as an endpoint.

This new series explores processes that move beyond those foundations - pushing into evolving boundaries and new creative territory.

Alan Brown 4/5/26 Alan Brown 4/5/26

ICM unlocked - Conclusions

This post offers a concise summary of the foundations established in the ICM Unlocked series.

The series is intended to help photographers make more informed choices to achieve more consistent and satisfying results.

Following the conclusion, there is a brief teaser as to what comes next- aimed at photographers who wish to take their ICM to the next level.

Alan Brown 4/5/26 Alan Brown 4/5/26

ICM unlocked - challenges to understand and overcome

In the last episode, we explored the concepts that can make ICM more predictable - and ultimately more successful.

But like any worthwhile pursuit, ICM brings its own set of unique challenges. Learn to overcome them, and you move closer to mastering the essence of the craft.

Alan Brown 4/3/26 Alan Brown 4/3/26

Bluristic- understanding capture modes

Previous explorations of the Bluristic app focused on a single capture mode - a deliberate choice that allowed for a more controlled introduction to the app.

In this post, I compare all three capture modes - Blend, Additive, and Negative- not only to highlight their differing characteristics, but to better understand how each can be applied creatively.

Alan Brown 3/30/26 Alan Brown 3/30/26

ICM unlocked - key considerations that lead to success

ICM is often seen as being unpredictable, but it’s not without structure. Behind every successful image lies an understanding of how movement, timing, contrast, and direction interact.

In this article, we explore key things to think about that can help transform ICM from trial and error into a more intentional and rewarding process.

Alan Brown 3/22/26 Alan Brown 3/22/26

ICM unlocked - subject and movement selection

Understanding how movement interacts with your subject lies at the very heart of Intentional Camera Movement.

In this post, we explore how to maintain a sense of form in the image, primary subject choices and how choosing the right motion for each can lead to more predictable results.

Alan Brown 3/18/26 Alan Brown 3/18/26

ICM unlocked - an introduction to motion

Drawing from presentations I have given to camera clubs on the subject of Intentional Camera Movement, this is the first in a series documenting what I have learned through my own exploration of ICM techniques.

The series will build on commonly accepted fundamentals, addressing some of the gaps I feel are often overlooked. It will then progress into more advanced concepts and approaches designed to support both beginners and more experienced practitioners.

Alan Brown 3/9/26 Alan Brown 3/9/26

Has photography come full circle?

As photography increasingly embraces abstract techniques, I see clear parallels with styles from the 1900s that continue to inspire me.

This makes me wonder: has photography now come full circle?

Alan Brown 2/1/26 Alan Brown 2/1/26

Bluristic - reflections

What started as curious exploration of the Bluristic app turned into a far more rewarding creative detour.

This post brings together a collection of my favorite results, alongside images that demonstrate the scope of the application.

Alan Brown 1/29/26 Alan Brown 1/29/26

ICM presentation video - South Shore Camera Club

I recently had the pleasure of sharing my ICM journey with the South Shore Camera Club in Quincy, MA, with the presentation recorded and available to watch.

If you’re curious about ICM, or looking to expand your creative toolkit, this is a great opportunity to explore further. 🎥

Alan Brown 1/11/26 Alan Brown 1/11/26

ICM presentation opportunity - Welwyn Camera Club

Looking to gain a deeper understanding of ICM techniques, or discover methods that can help elevate your own craft?

These topics, along with a closer look at how some of my own work is created, will be explored in an upcoming online presentation.

Hosted by the Welwyn Garden City Camera Club, invitation to this Zoom event has been extended to GUESTS outside the club who wish to attend.

Read on for meeting details and an overview of the topics we’ll be covering.

Alan Brown 1/9/26 Alan Brown 1/9/26

Bluristic - train time

Continuing with the Bluristic app, this post explores how mundane subway journeys can be transformed into creative opportunities, turning travel time into a chance for experimentation.

Approaching them this way can make cross-city journeys much more fun and rewarding!

Alan Brown 12/23/25 Alan Brown 12/23/25

Bluristic - extending the blur - part 3

Earlier entries in this series have looked at the functionality of the Bluristic mobile app and how it fits into my current workflow.

In this post, I explore how an unexpected bug led to a set of new and exciting results - adding another creative option to my toolbox.

Alan Brown 12/13/25 Alan Brown 12/13/25

Bluristic - extending the blur - part 2

In an earlier post I discussed basic testing of the Bluristic long exposure app.

Here I explore how the app might fare when pushed beyond its designed intentions to recreate some of my more personal techniques.