One of the gifts of writing and photographing travel stories that I’m eternally grateful for is that you don’t have to spend thousands of dollars on an African safari or Antarctic cruise to impress an editor with your work and break into the market. You can start honing your travel writing and photography skills without […]
If you’ve been browsing through potential photography gifts for the photographer in your life (even if that photographer is YOU), here are our favorite photo tools and toys for every budget. $10-$30 Budget Camera and lens wraps: Wrap up your camera and lenses like burritos in these Velcro camera wraps and place them directly in […]
Every year, I like to send you a Black Friday Camera Guide. With both Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals left and right, hopefully this will help you be prepared. Before you Start – These tips from last year still ring true: • Prioritize. Think of what’s missing and what you wish you had. Sometimes, […]
They say that “The best camera is the one you have on you.” And the camera most people carry around all day is the one attached to your cell phone. These tips will help you take your mobile photography to the next level: It’s all about the light There is no photography without light. Just […]
Learning digital photography is a bit like learning both a language and a musical instrument at the same time. Not only are you trying to understand your camera’s various dials and buttons, you’re also trying to decipher “photographer speak.” Crack open any camera manual and you’ll be met with a barrage of photography terms and […]
If you’re looking to take your photography to the next level, learning how to post-process your images using editing software is the way to go. And, when it comes to photo editing software, Adobe is the leader. For photographers, they make two programs that are of interest: Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Lightroom. Which software should […]
Did you know your camera can see in the dark? Even when you can’t see much with your own eyes, your camera has the ability to capture an amazing amount of detail in the darkness. So just because the sun has set, it doesn’t mean you have to put your camera away. In fact, low […]
The market for 360-degree shots as stock is still developing, but I’ve found that it’s a great add-on to existing work that I can use to “upsell” a client which adds to my income. For example, if I’m shooting an assignment and I see a great location for a 360 shot, I’ll get it, and […]
I’m often asked who my ideal 360-degree photo client is. But the truth is that, these days, any business with a physical location can be a great candidate. However, while there are endless possibilities, here are some criteria I’ve found that help identify the very best 360-degree photo buyers: 1. New businesses that have opened […]
When I started out with 360-degree photography, I was excited about offering something new and innovative that could help local businesses. And while 360-degree photography is making its way to the mainstream consciousness, it’s still relatively new for most people. That creates an opportunity for you. Here are my top 5 reasons for getting started […]
