Here is a quick resource for any photographer in need of a contract or release form. The documents listed here will help you create a set of forms that suit your individual needs. Always make sure to check your state laws regarding photography documents such as these. Legal Documents that a Photographer Needs Photography Contracts […]
Authentic Grainy Photoshop Effect for Your Black and White Photos
One of the most beautiful aspects of black and white photography is having the ability to create images with intense grain or noise that gives your photo a dark, gritty, and highly texturized effect. However, we do not always seize the opportunity to use this tool in-camera. Did you forget to bump up your ISO […]
How to Sell Commercial Photography
Although commercial photography is an area of specialization usually reserved for those who take pictures to be used by retail businesses, advertising agencies, and many types of corporate endeavors, when the issue is SELLING commercial photography, the definition really expands. Defining Commercial Work For example, a professional freelance photographer who wants to sell commercial photography […]
Essential Documents for the Professional Photographer
Professional photographers are often forced to be highly-organized business managers too. This is because they usually work on their own, without the benefit of an assistant of any kind, and they are obliged to manage every facet of their professional life. This is one of the main reasons that a savvy freelance photographer will be […]
30 Beautiful Photographs from the Rim Lighting Challenge
Enjoy these great photographs from our lastest photo challenge, Rim Lighting. Thanks to all who participated and stay tuned for a new challenge soon. toon\ee Max Nadeau danmon\81 gidikh Marie Sturges - Matso – art star PHOTOGRAPHiC i ♥ assassin maids Marie Sturges Catalina danmon\81 Matt Horvath Photography jragn H&L Nieborg anendel danmon\81 deinhard xenophiled […]
The Business Side of Photography
If you are hoping to establish yourself as a professional freelance photographer you have a world of opportunity open to you. It is important to remember, however, that your chosen career isn’t all about creativity and art. In fact, the average freelance professional will admit that only 30% of their work time is directed at […]
Great Sites for Photography Feedback
If you want to learn something, the web is the most suitable place to start. This also counts for shooting the best photos. Many people come together on dozens of websites to discuss about compositions, colors, depth of field, lenses and more. The only downside is the large number of different sites to choose from. […]
How To: Photojournalism Techniques
If a photographer is interested in taking images for news and feature stories, they can call themselves a photojournalist. There are several ways someone might begin a career in this area, and it helps to understand the key differences among them. Firstly, if a freelance photographer tends to create images that match “human interest” stories, […]
How to Apply a Custom Lens Vignette in Photoshop
Achieving a lens vignette in-camera is not always an option. Even then, the effect you were striving for might not turn out the way you had imagined. Unfortunately, you can not manipulate authentic lens vignettes to conform to your specific photo…or can you? When post processing your image in Photoshop – especially if it is […]
28 Mind Bending Examples of Optical Illusion Photography
One of the coolest aspects of photography is that you can use your camera to distort reality. With the help of natural elements, unique composition, color, light and even photo editing software, you can create works of art that confuse the mind and trick the eye. The 30 photographs you are about to view do […]