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How to Write a Good Photographer's Contract
As a longtime photographer, I'll be the first to say that getting into the photography business is no easy feat. In fact, it might be more difficult now than ever before. Thanks to today's technology, essentially everyone has a high-quality camera right on their phones. Not to mention the fact that it's easier now than ever before to become a professional photographer without school.
By Brett Tortorello7 years ago in Photography
Film’s Reemergence
Film photography was a booming form of expression in the 20th century. Film photography was used for family photos, journalism, and even in artistic settings. At the turn of the century, photography turned to digital as you paid a big amount of money upfront. Yet every photo from then on only took space off your memory card, making it cost-efficient. While film cameras are inexpensive today, you pay for rolls of film which add up over time. Despite this, the cost of film photography is oddly one of its charms. As well as the widely sought after film look, which many photographers who use digital photoshop to accomplish.
By Jason7 years ago in Photography
10 of the Best Books for Professional Photographers
The creative field of photography is one that juxtaposes itself, in a sense. While there have been plenty of advancements in technique and technology, the goal still remains the same—capture a beautiful moment in still time.
By Eddie Wong7 years ago in Photography
How to Deal with a Terrible Photography Client
If there is one group of visual arts freelancers that get treated worse than anyone else in the market, it's photographers. Don't ask why, but there's something about the field that just seems to attract the worst possible clients.
By Mackenzie Z. Kennedy7 years ago in Photography
Only a Phone Camera Shot Unfortunately . Top Story - January 2019.
Photographers can take as narrow a view of things as some lens do. It's a common sight to see in photography groups on social media of someone posting an image and then saying "only a phone camera shot" like it's an excuse for any perceived faults with the shot. Nowhere else would you see a professional showing their work and then saying, "It was only a less advanced tool I used, so you can't judge me for the finished result." No professional musician ever said it was a keyboard instead of a grand piano so it's ok to miss notes or mess-up the timing, so why do photographers have this attitude?
By john harrison7 years ago in Photography
12 Shooting Tips for New Photographers
Finding good shooting tips for new photographers can be tough. A lot of guides go too basic and others gear more toward professionals. I'm pretty new to the world of photography, but as a beginner, I've made some discoveries that I'd like to share with my fellow developing photographers out there. Things like ISO, aperture, and shutter speed sound complicated at first, but they are vital features to learn about when working with whatever camera it is that you have.
By Leigh Victoria Fisher7 years ago in Photography
10 Signs You're Working with an Amateur Photographer
It all seemed to go well at first. You linked up with a guy who had a photography business card. He asked if you do TFP, and you do. As a model, you need shots for your portfolio. You agreed to do a shoot, but then, things started to get a little weird.
By Ossiana Tepfenhart7 years ago in Photography
The 10 Best Gifts for Your Favorite Photographer
Have you ever seen a professional photographer when they are pulling up to a shoot? As soon as they open up their car, they have more gear falling out of it than a clown car has clowns. Then when they actually get to work? If you don't already know, photographers love talking about all the different shots, methods, and editing tricks they are going to use to make the shoot absolutely perfect. Most of us don't share this sentiment. We just want the shot to look good. What we don't realize though, is that this is the perfect opportunity for truly getting to know the photographer in our lives. Trust me, come around their birthdays or Christmastime, you're going to be kicking yourself for not already stocking up on gifts for your favorite photographer.
By Morgan E. Westling7 years ago in Photography
Turn Your iPhone Into a 360 Degree Camera with the Insta360 Nano. Top Story - January 2019.
The standard camera on an iPhone is good, but it's probably not good enough to really talk about in a circle of serious photographers. Even my friends who have their own small businesses legitimately grimace at me when I tell them that I'm still using my phone for the majority of my social pictures.
By Eddie Wong7 years ago in Photography
10 Best Portrait Photography Books Ever Published
There are a wide range of portrait photography books out there in which brilliant portrait photographers have displayed their work for the world to see. Each artist has a different style, and these books can teach a lot to other aspiring artists. Books like these can also be enjoyed by anyone who appreciates what a good photo represents. A digital camera has the power to bring out so much emotion, capturing reality in exciting ways while still also being edited so that the subject conveys a much deeper meaning when necessary.
By Morgan E. Westling7 years ago in Photography
