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Life Lessons Shared with Double Exposure Photos

Florida-based photographer Brandon Kidwell has been working on a lifelong project called “Wisdom for My Children.” It’s a series of beautiful double exposure photos that resulted from real experiences...

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Crappy Gear, Amazing Photos: Using An Old Canon PowerShot to Capture Dreamy...

I didn’t really get into photography until my son was born. Like most new parents, one of the first things I did was go out and buy a camera so I could document every minute. As I started taking more...

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The ‘Take Every Photo Gig You Can Get’ Approach

Note: This article is written for commercial photographers, not consumer photographers. A consumer shooter has a different list of challenges, and since I am not a consumer photographer, I won’t be...

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So, What Kind Of Photographer Are You?

“Hello, my name is Steve, and I’m a photographer.” I have been told that as a photographer I should be able to explain to people quickly and easily what kind of photographer I am in a sentence or two....

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10 Tips for Getting Hired as a Photographer, From Industry Pros

What are photo editors really looking for from professional photographers? And how can you make connections with potential clients and land gigs? We asked a number of photography trailblazers to share...

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You Need More than ‘Natural Talent’ to Make it as a Photographer

Movies on the big screen sometimes have valuable nuggets of wisdom that can be applied to photography (and life). We recently shared one such clip from the movie “The Secret Life Of Walter Mitty.”...

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14 Things I Would Tell My Younger Self Starting In The Photography Industry

I was internalizing a dialogue I had the other day after seeing a mistake someone made on how they presented their thoughts and the reaction it received, when I realized that what I was actually doing...

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Comic: Why You Should Befriend Failure as a Photographer

Frustrated with your failures in photography? Here’s an inspiring comic titled “Be Friends with Failure” by artist Stephen McCranie of Doodle Alley. Hopefully this comic speaks to you and encourages...

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7 Thoughts About Always Being Prepared as a Photographer

You never know when a good photo opportunity will present itself to you. Always be prepared. I’m a Boy Scout (Eagle Scout), and “always be prepared” was our motto. Whenever we got ready for a camping...

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The Challenge of Photographing on a TV Production

Some aspects of photography are easier to teach than others. Photographing an advertising campaign alongside of a TV production is not one of them. It is an aspect of commercial photography that...

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Words of Wisdom by an Apple Creative Director Turned Photographer

If you want to be inspired by a photographer who left a great job to pursue their passion for photography, look no further than photographer Michael O’Neal. Above is a 5.5-minute video profile of...

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Why You Must Show Your Work as a Photographer

Here’s a 4-minute video that discusses why it’s important to show your work as a photographer and put it out there for the world to see rather than wait until it’s “perfect” before presenting your...

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Don’t Follow Your Passion

“Follow your passion” is a piece of life advice that’s commonly thrown around. It’s heard in the photography industry, and especially in graduation commencement speeches. But here’s a 5-minute video...

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Don’t Go into Debt For Your Photography

I remember when I was sitting in my cubicle at work, dreaming and lusting after a digital Leica M9. I imagined that after buying it, all of my life’s problems would be solved. I imagined that the...

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This is What One Photography Veteran Thinks Makes a Great Image

Photographer Jesse James Allen has created a touching tribute to his photography mentor, Charles Howse. In the 6-minute video above, Howse shares an insight into what makes a “great image.” “This is a...

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This Mom Received a Beautiful Lesson on Cherishing Family Snapshots

Photographer Jess Wolfe of Nomadic Imagery was shopping at a grocery store with her four kids recently when she received a heartwarming lesson about the preciousness of everyday family photos. As she...

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5 Things to Consider Before Buying a New Camera

I have been a very happy Sony customer for the last 2+ years. My a7R continues to serve me well, but I am inching closer to an upgrade. I know the a7R II is an awesome camera. I’ve read the reviews....

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What Should You Charge for Your Pro Photography?

Figuring out how much to charge clients is a struggle shared by many photographers, particularly if you’re trying live off the fruits of your craft. In this 30-minute episode of their Picture This...

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Henri Cartier-Bresson on Learning to Look

Here’s a clip from an old interview in which legendary photographer and street photography pioneer Henri Cartier-Bresson was asked about the art of seeing. His answer probably isn’t what you’d expect....

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5 Things More Important Than Camera Brand

Debating which camera brand is best is a sure way to create a lively discussion among photographers. It’s easy to endlessly discuss specs and online reviews and to think that the latest model will...

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