Photography Blog
How a Brand New Photographer Landed a Dream Job With Usher
It is time for a more unstructured article than usual. I saw this video about a story of a brand spanking new photographer who landed a dream job when he didn't know jack about his camera or really anything at all with respect to photography. I couldn't contain myself...
Vinyl, Muslin or Paper: What’s the Best Backdrop?
There are different types of backdrops that photographers use and picking the best one can give you that artistic edge that you want on all your photos. The right backdrops allow for the subject matter to be front and center and convey the emotions a photographer...
Understanding Scale in Photography and Why It Matters
Photography is a world of wonders. Whether you are trying to capture the majesty of mother nature or the cheerfulness of a group of playing children, there are rules and tricks of the trade in order to make every photo perfect. One of those tricks is adding a sense of...
Street Photography Guide: How to Take Photos of Graffiti
Street photography has gone hand-in-hand with graffiti as an art form for decades, and in many ways, it’s a positive symbiotic relationship. Since graffiti is by its nature a transient art form, photography can help capture graffiti before it’s covered up,...
How to START Getting Paid as a Photographer: An In-Depth Guide
If you’ve reached the point in your photography hobby where you think you can start turning it into a lucrative career, there are several different avenues you can take towards making that dream a reality. There are a lot of different factors involved that influence...
How to Sell Photo Rights: 4 Things You Must Know
Selling your photo rights doesn't have to be a painful or confusing process. I know as soon as anyone starts speaking legal jargon, my mind drifts, and my eyes find the nearest distraction. I feel your pain. But selling your photo rights can be simple, and once you...
Can You Sell Photos of Zoo Animals?
People love to take photos of anything and everything. With technology so readily available today, you can take pictures at any time with the simple click of a button. Those photos can then be shared with thousands of people within moments. Some people even go as...
Can You Make Money With Macro Photography?
Photography is one of the most popular hobbies in the world. Not only are more and more people looking for careers where they can be their own boss, but they also are looking for jobs that allow them to utilize their skills. So why not combine them? In doing so, be...
What to Do If a Photography Client Asks for a Refund
Working as a photographer will expose you to all different types of people. As such, you’ll have lots of different relationships with your clients. Most of the time, people will be wowed with the pictures you produce and thank you for your work. Yes, seriously. But...
Is It Legal to Sell Photos of Someone Else’s Property?
Artists are always looking for beauty in the world, and sometimes this leads to someone’s home. Some homeowners have beautiful architecture, gardens, or farms that look as though they should be on the next cover of a magazine. But if you go ahead and snap a picture,...
How Much Are Photography Classes?
Whether you’re an experienced photographer or just looking at getting into the business, you’ll probably take photography classes at some point. As you consider taking classes, you might wonder what kind of budget you’ll need to set aside. How much are photography...
Here’s Exactly When You Need a Photography Permit
Photography permits are a tricky subject to work with; this is true in part because it seems as if every location has unique rules for when you do and do not need a permit. This impression is not far off base. Unfortunately, at least in the United States, there is no...
