Freelance Photographer.
Specializing in aviation and Air to Air photography and production.
Working mostly with the Israeli Air force.
Recently working on productions and consulting to other several Air-forces.
I'm open and willing to venture into any idea...
E-mail me at photo.xnir@gmail.com with any question you might have.

Also Love to document people, landscapes, urban and wildlife.

See my work also at: www.xnir.com

Buy my work at:
www.photoshelter.com/c/photostock-israel/gallery/Contribu...

If you need any of my photos that are not yet updated in the link, let me know.


Some of my publications include:

Sunday Times, Israeli Air Force and Israeli Air-Force Magazine, The Jerusalem Post, Society of Aeronautics, Aviation Week, Osprey publishing, "Globes": Israeli business daily, SAFO, "Israeli World Travel" Magazine (Masa Aher) "Bamahane" The official IDF Magazine and more.


*Do not use any of my images without my express permission in writing*
All images are © By: Nir Ben-Yosef, AKA: xnir *All rights reserved*.

Though my pages are loaded with military aviation action and Aircraft, it was created with the pure love for photography and Aviation.
War is not the answer. (But we will do all in our power to defend ourself)
Please avoid any political/religions comments.
Please avoid any overblown comment/stickers/invitation.
I appreciate any constructive comment.

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    apesara says:

    "Perfect, precise, attentive to every detail. His photos are engaging, charming and technically perfect. Landscapes, people, reportage ... each photo has this style.
    Simply Perfect."

    20th February, 2010

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    Airwolfhound says:

    "Nir is one of the more talented aviation photographers to be found within Flickr, and if truth be known, anywhere on the internet. His photography and editing skills are second to none and he always brings out the best of whatever he points his camera at.
    He is a top bloke too, having spent RIAT 2009 with him. A good sense of humour, genuine, honest and I am priviledged to be able to call him a friend."

    29th July, 2009

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    NGPhoto.biz says:

    "I have the pleasure to know Nir personally over the last years, and I had some opportunities to take photo-sessions with him, shoulder to shoulder. He always managed to get better shots.

    Among the small community of Aviation Photographers in Israel, Nir's in the Top-Three, and for me - he's the master."

    19th October, 2008

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    Freelancer_Imaging says:

    "I have keep a keen eye on Xnir's imagery over the past couple of years. His work is nothing short of perfection and inspirational. He is an exceptional example of just what one can accomplish in the very difficult world of Military Aviation Photography when one drives themselves. Especially since his subject matter is the most demanding air force in the world, the Hel HaAvir, or Israeli Air Force.

    His other works, including Landscape, Nature and Portraiture are equally inspiring and worth study.

    Indeed, Nir's level of work is a benchmark against which I measure myself and strive to attain."

    2nd August, 2008

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    Savage Land Pictures says:

    "I have seen some very impressive photo-streams here on flickr but the one from Nir Ben-Yosef (AKA xnir) is perhaps the most dramatic and extraordinary. He is a master photographer that has been granted the chance to photograph places and things most of us can only dream of. If you want to be inspired by great photography this is a must see photo-stream."

    6th May, 2008

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    vector1771 (Hangar71.com / Aviationintel.com) says:

    "It does not take to long to realize Xnir's work is some of finest out there. His coverage of the IAF in action is jaw dropping and offers an intimate view into the operations and equipment of the finest Air Force in the entire world. Keep up the great work Xnir and thanks for sharing your exciting experiences!"

    13th April, 2008

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    BioArt says:

    "Nir has the most fantastic ability to transport you through his artistic creations. His captures of aviation are unparalleled by any photographer, capturing sheer beauty and awesome power in the same frame. Your heart races as you admire each of his captures. He carries that talent over to all his photographic endeavors. There is no other photographer on Flickr whose photos I favorite more than those of Nir. We are all so lucky to have him as part of our community!!!"

    25th January, 2008

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    clearskyphotography.com - Kris Klop says:

    "xnir is a brilliant photographer. His access within the IAF makes for some astounding photographs. I've gained insight into a land which I never realized had so much beauty because of his keen eye. I check his photostream often for new photos because each one is a marvel in it's own right. I recommend you add xnir as a contact and follow along as his journey of photography continues. You shall not be disappointed. Keep up the great work Nir Ben-Yosef, AKA xnir...."

    8th December, 2007

Joined:
November 2006
Currently:
Tel-Aviv, Israel
I am:
Male
Occupation:
IT Manager, Photography
Website:
http://www.xnir.com
Email:
photo.xnir [at] gmail.com