Tim cook⁤ Celebrates Chilean Photographer’s iPhone Imagery

Apple CEO tim Cook recently acknowledged​ the artistic contributions⁢ of a Chilean photographer,Nay‌ Jiménez,showcasing her⁣ work on World Photography Day. This follows Cook’s previous praise ‌of ‍Chile‘s impact on Apple’s financial performance, reported at $95.4 billion​ in revenue. The recognition​ underscores the growing⁢ influence of mobile photography and Apple’s commitment to celebrating global talent.

A Chilean Artist on ‌the ⁢World Stage

Cook, 64,⁢ took to social media to commend photographers for sharing their perspectives ⁤through the iPhone. He specifically highlighted a vibrant photograph by⁣ Nay Jiménez, praising its​ striking colors. “The colors of this ​photo of Nay ‌Jiménez are so vibrant,” Cook stated in ​his​ post.

Jiménez, a 35-year-old Lifestyle ⁣photographer and founder of Fruta Studio, expressed her surprise and delight ‍at the acknowledgement. “I’m in… ⁣I ⁤can’t believe it. I hadn’t heard,” she shared wiht La Tercera.She noted she received a direct notification​ about the⁣ mention from Apple.

Did You Know? Nay Jiménez initially pursued photography after the launch of Instagram in 2010, purchasing her first iPhone specifically to access the​ platform.

From Advertising to Art:‍ Jiménez’s Journey

Jiménez’s passion for photography blossomed with the advent of Instagram. She transitioned from a career in ‌advertising to dedicate herself fully to her artistic vision. “When Instagram ⁣appears ‍it seemed ⁤to ⁣me that ⁣it was the best request in the​ world,” she recalled. “I‍ decided to give up advertising and start dedicating ⁣myself to photography.”

Her visual influences include ‍British ⁤photographer Martin Parr,⁤ American artist David LaChapelle, and filmmakers Sofia Coppola and wes Anderson. “for me it is like the master ⁣of color and‍ it is also something that characterizes my work,” she explained, referencing Anderson’s distinctive style.

The⁢ Story Behind​ the Image

The photograph featured by Cook was taken during a vacation with Jiménez’s⁣ eight-year-old daughter in ⁣Chañaral de Aceituno, Chile. The ⁣image captures​ a tender ‍moment after a swim in the ocean, with Jiménez wrapping her daughter in a ⁣blanket against the wind.”I really like‌ it as it is indeed a very ​nice⁤ moment,” Jiménez said. “It is also a very magical place in Chile.”

iPhone Photography: A Professional’s⁤ Perspective

Jiménez emphasizes the iPhone 16 Pro’s ⁣capabilities, notably its excellent sensitivity and​ image stabilization.”It has ​very good sensitivity and ‍super ⁢good stabilizer,” she noted. She also prefers shooting in RAW format for greater editing⁢ flexibility. “I edit everything on⁤ the phone,” she added, utilizing apps like VSCO and Tezza.

Pro⁢ Tip: Shooting in RAW format preserves more image data, allowing for ‌greater control during post-processing‍ and color correction.

having previously worked as an ambassador for ⁢another phone brand, Jiménez believes the iPhone ‍delivers a more authentic and faithful⁤ depiction of reality. ‌ “the iPhone does not‌ adorns the photo‍ like other devices,” she explained. “It shows⁢ you the details as they are.” ⁤ This aligns with research suggesting that smartphone cameras are increasingly capable of producing professional-quality images (Adobe, 2023).

Capturing the Essence‍ of‍ a Moment

For Jiménez, photography is about capturing the ‍energy and emotion of a moment.⁣ “I ‍think that is how lovely the iPhone of being able to portray well ‌at the time⁣ how the clouds of the ⁤background are seen,” ‍she said. “It is our eye, it is our intuition, it is our sensitivity.” What kind of stories do you‍ hope to tell⁣ through your own photography?

She encourages aspiring photographers to focus⁤ on observation and presence, ‌rather than solely relying on expensive equipment. “I don’t⁤ need ⁣the best camera to take ‍a good photo,” she asserted.”it has to do with observing and being in an image.”