Podcasts about media photographers

Tomasz Tomaszewski has a Ph.D from the Academy of Fine Arts in Warsaw, and is a member of the Union of Polish Art Photographers, the Visum Archiv Agency of Hamburg, Germany, the National Geographic Creative Agency of Washington D.C., and the American Society of Media Photographers.He specializes in journalistic photography and has had his photos published in major newspapers and magazines worldwide including National Geographic Magazine, Stern, Paris Match, GEO, New York Times, Time, Fortune, Elle, Vogue. He has also authored a number of books, including Remnants: The Last Jews of Poland, Gypsies: The Last Ones; In Search of America, In the Centre, Astonishing Spain, A Stone's Throw, Overwhelmed by the Atmosphere of Kindness, Things that last, and has co-illustrated over a dozen collective works.He has held numerous individual exhibitions in the USA, Canada, Israel, Japan, Brazil, Madagascar, the Netherlands, Germany, France, Italy, Indonesia and Poland. Tomasz is the recipient of many Polish and international awards for photography. For over thirty years he has been a regular contributor to National Geographic Magazine USA in which eighteen of his photo essays have been published. Tomasz has taught photography in Poland, the USA, Germany and Italy.Tomasz's most recent book, The World Is Where You Stop was published in 2023 by Blow Up Press. In episode 254, Tomasz discusses, among other things:His insecurity about his EnglishTruthThe wisdom of ageHis father's advice ‘don't forget about art'ProgressHis discovery of photographySpending five years working on his first book, smuggled to the states and published in NY.Spending time in the USAHis new book The World Is Where You StopMetaphorPhotography not being dialecticalThe appeal of a good single maltHis teaching academyBravery as the mother of all qualitiesHis dream to play the piano and how music is pure mathematicsReferenced:Raymond ChandlerAristotleUffizi MuseumSusan SontagNasim TalebJames NachtweyGarry WinnograndCartier BressonKeith Jarrett Website | Instagram | Interview in ‘Hot Mirror' “Most of the time when I was working for Geographic, I wanted my photographs to serve a purpose, to tell a story, or explain a person to another human being. But this time I only wanted to capture surprise, maybe, wonder, occassionally joy, amusement, but also discomfort. In short, anything but a desire to tell a story.” Become a full tier 1 member here to access exclusive additional subscriber-only content and the full archive of previous episodes for £5 per month.For the tier 2 archive-only membership, to access the full library of past episodes for £3 per month, go here.Subscribe to my weekly newsletter here for everything A Small Voice related and much more besides.Follow me on Instagram here.Build Yourself a Squarespace Website video course here.

Today we chat with Reid Callanan, founder and director of the Santa Fe Photographic Workshops and renowned photo educator Craig Stevens, formerly of Maine Media Workshops and Savannah College of Art & Design, about photography mentors, lifelong learning, and the role photo workshops play in cultivating community. Craig and Reid share plenty of insight, not just on the requisite trust that's required in a successful mentor and student relationship, but other topics such as what it means to be truly passionate about photography, collaboration, as well as how to critique the work of others without being “critical.” Whether you're just getting started as a photographer or you're a seasoned vet, you're sure to walk away from today's podcast with a nugget or two of wisdom.  Photo caption: Double portrait of Reid Callanan and Craig Stevens  Photo credit: Above Image © Joyce Tenneson Episode Timeline: 4:44: Reid Callanan on first recognizing Craig Stevens as his mentor. 12:20: Craig's early impressions of Reid. 16:25: How the concept of mentorship has changed over time and across generations. 19:56: Craig on the “workshop method” and past history as it applies to photography. 26:23: Online workshops versus intensive in-person learning opportunities. 31:38: Differences between an international photo workshop and a destination photo tour, and questions prospective students should ask. 36:38: Discussing the Santa Fe Photographic Workshop's online mentorship program. 39:20: Making distinctions between mentorship and coaching relationships. 43:03: Episode Break 44:12: On the concept of lifelong learning. 50:52: Discussing the challenges in trying to learn photography as a vocation today. 55:38: The art of critique, what makes a photograph “good,” and dealing with personal tastes and biases when discussing photographs. 1:07:38: How motivation and inspiration factor into working with students.   1:11:01: Questions of cropping, aspect ratios, and Craig's panoramic landscape photographs. 1:16:36: Photographic style and the idea of helping a student to differentiate themselves. 1:22:42: The evolution from traditional photographic printmaking to digital inkjet prints. Guests: Reid Callanan & Craig Stevens Guest Bios: Reid Callanan is the founder and director of the Santa Fe Photographic Workshops. In addition to all the responsibilities involved in leading the workshops for the past 32 years, Reid is also an accomplished photographer in his own right who jumps on the opportunity to teach workshops whenever he can.  Reid's journey in photography started in 1974 during a semester abroad at Richmond College in London. He's been making images ever since using a variety of photographic processes. After spending 14 years at the Maine Photographic Workshops, Reid headed west in 1990, where he founded the Santa Fe Photographic Workshops and the non-profit Santa Fe Center for Photography, now known as CENTER.  In addition to serving as CENTER's Vice-President of the Board of Directors, he serves on the President's Council of the Texas Photographic Society; he's a Board member for the American Society of Media Photographers Foundation; and The National Center for The Photograph. Craig Stevens is a photographer, printmaker and photographic educator.  He has taught, written about, and lectured extensively on art and education since 1975 when he received his MFA from Ohio University.  For 12 years he was associate director of the Maine Photographic Workshops, where he was also involved in the creation and development of the Workshops' Resident Program. In 1994, he was workshops director for the 25th anniversary of Les Rencontres Internationale de la Photographie in Arles, France.  Additionally, Craig has served on the faculties of the Santa Fe Workshops, the Anderson Ranch Arts Center, and Les Ateliers de l'Image in France. In 2013, he was the first recipient of the Susan Carr Educator Prize awarded by the American Society of Media Photographers.  After 34 years at the Savannah College of Art and Design, where he held the rank of Professor Emeritus, Craig left full time teaching in 2023.  Stay Connected: Reid Callanan Website: https://www.reidcallanan.com/  Reid Callanan Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reidcallanan/ Reid Callanan Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/reid.callanan Santa Fe Photographic Workshops Website: https://santafeworkshops.com/ Santa Fe Photographic Workshops YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SantaFeWorkshops Center Website: https://centersantafe.org/ Center Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/centersantafe/ Center Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CENTERsantafe Craig Stevens Website: https://www.craigstevens.me/ Craig Stevens Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/craigstevensstudio/ Maine Media Workshops Website: https://www.mainemedia.edu/ SCAD Website: https://www.scad.edu/  End Credits: Host: Allan Weitz Senior Creative Producer: Jill Waterman Senior Technical Producer: Mike Weinstein Executive Producer: Richard Stevens

Associated Press, New York Times and Reuters photographers were there with Hamas in the pre-dawn hours of October 7 before their savage attacks on Israel. Where is the line? Is there one anymore when it comes to media? PLUS, the Nashville PD suspends 7 detectives over the leak of the trans shooter's manifesto as the mainstream networks completely IGNORE the testimony of prosecutor David Weiss before the House Judiciary. And you'll never guess what the Big 3 spent 10 times more airtime covering instead. Podcast Production: Bob Slone Audio Productions 

This week's Industry Review takes a look inside media photography in Ireland. Joining Mandy is Lorraine Teevan - freelance photographer, Mark Condren with the Irish Independent, and Mark Maxwell - Director of Maxwell News Agency.

Today's episode features Adam Coppola (@coppolaphotography) a professional commercial photographer from Connecticut. Aaron has referenced Adam a lot in previous episodes, especially the fact that he is a full blown professional with little focus or attention paid to social media. We highlight this fact so that listeners can zoom out and realize that social media is a tool and not the photography industry as a whole. In this episode Adam shares how to price yourself so that you get paid fairly for your work and so that you avoid getting taken advantage of. We also explore licensing photos as opposed to only charging for the amount of time it took you to do the work. We discuss what you charge can be a sliding scale based on what your images will be used for and how much advertising dollars will be put behind pushing them.Check out Adam's website and portfolio of work by clicking the link:https://www.coppolaphotography.com/Click the link to check out the American Society of Media Photographers:https://www.asmp.org/Thanks to Tamron Americas for sponsoring this episode! You can check out their website below to see their full lineup of camera lenses or visit your nearest photo retailer to purchase their products:https://tamron-americas.com/Thanks to iStorage for sponsoring this episode!Check out their External Password Encrypted Hard Drives : https://www.istorage-us.com/Use Code "TPM15" for a 15% discount!Make a donation via PayPal for any amount you feel is equal to the value you receive from our podcast episodes! Donations help with the fees related to hosting the show: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=Z36E4SCB6D3LWThanks for listening!Go get shooting, go get editing, and stay focused.@sethmacey@mantis_photography@thephotographermindsetSupport the show

QUESTION PRESENTED:Whether a work of art is “transformative” when it conveys a different meaning or message from its source material (as the Supreme Court, U.S. Court of Appeals for the 9th Circuit, and other courts of appeals have held), or whether a court is forbidden from considering the meaning of the accused work where it “recognizably deriv[es] from” its source material (as the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 2nd Circuit has held).Date                  Proceedings and Orders (key to color coding)Dec 09 2021 | Petition for a writ of certiorari filed. (Response due January 12, 2022)Dec 29 2021 | Motion to extend the time to file a response from January 12, 2022 to February 11, 2022, submitted to The Clerk.Dec 30 2021 | Motion to extend the time to file a response is granted and the time is extended to and including February 11, 2022.Jan 10 2022 | Brief amici curiae of Copyright Law Professors filed.Jan 10 2022 | Brief amici curiae of Barbara Kruger and Robert Storr filed.Jan 12 2022 | Brief amici curiae of Art Law Professors filed.Jan 12 2022 | Brief amici curiae of The Robert Rauschenberg Foundation, Roy Lichtenstein Foundation, and Brooklyn Museum filed.Feb 04 2022 | Brief of respondents Lynn Goldsmith, et al. in opposition filed.Feb 23 2022 | DISTRIBUTED for Conference of 3/18/2022.Feb 23 2022 | Reply of petitioner The Andy Warhol Foundation for the Visual Arts, Inc. filed. (Distributed)Mar 21 2022 | DISTRIBUTED for Conference of 3/25/2022.Mar 28 2022 | Petition GRANTED.Apr 18 2022 | Motion for an extension of time to file the briefs on the merits filed.May 02 2022 | Blanket Consent filed by Respondent, Lynn Goldsmith, et al.May 02 2022 | Blanket Consent filed by Petitioner, The Andy Warhol Foundation for the Visual Arts, Inc.May 04 2022 | Motion to extend the time to file the briefs on the merits granted. The time to file the joint appendix and petitioner's brief on the merits is extended to and including June 10, 2022. The time to file respondents' brief on the merits is extended to and including August 8, 2022.Jun 10 2022 | Brief of petitioner The Andy Warhol Foundation for the Visual Arts, Inc. filed.Jun 10 2022 | Joint appendix (Volumes I and II) filed. (Statement of cost filed)Jun 14 2022 | ARGUMENT SET FOR Wednesday, October, 12, 2022.Jun 15 2022 | Brief amicus curiae of Royal Manticoran Navy: The Official Honor Harrington Fan Association, Inc. filed.Jun 16 2022 | Brief amicus curiae of Art Law Professors filed.Jun 17 2022 | Brief amici curiae of Electronic Frontier Foundation, et al. filed.Jun 17 2022 | Brief amicus curiae of Floor64, Inc. d/b/a The Copia Institute filed.Jun 17 2022 | Brief amici curiae of Authors Guild, Inc., et al. in support of neither party filed.Jun 17 2022 | Brief amicus curiae of The Motion Picture Association, Inc. in support of neither party filed.Jun 17 2022 | Brief amici curiae of Art Institute of Chicago, et al. in support of neither party filed.Jun 17 2022 | Brief amicus curiae of Authors Alliance filed.Jun 17 2022 | Brief amici curiae of Library Futures Institute, et al. in support of neither party filed.Jun 17 2022 | Brief amicus curiae of New York Intellectual Property Law Association in support of neither party filed.Jun 17 2022 | Brief amicus curiae of American Intellectual Property Law Association in suppoprt of neither party filed.Jun 17 2022 | Brief amicus curiae of Art Professor Richard Meyer in support of neither party filed.Jun 17 2022 | Brief amici curiae of Artists, et al. filed.Jun 17 2022 | Brief amicus curiae of Copyright Alliance in support of neither party filed.Jun 17 2022 | Brief amici curiae of Copyright Law Professors filed.Jun 17 2022 | Brief amici curiae of Documentary Filmmakers filed.Jun 17 2022 | Brief amici curiae of The Robert Rauschenberg Foundation, et al. filed.Jun 22 2022 | Record requested from the 2nd Circuit.Jun 27 2022 | The record from the U.S.C.A. 2nd Circuit has been electronically filed.Jul 21 2022 | CIRCULATEDAug 08 2022 | Brief of respondents Lynn Goldsmith, et al. filed. (Distributed)Aug 11 2022 | Brief amici curiae of Professors Peter S. Menell, Shyamkrishna Balganesh, and Jane C. Ginsburg as Amici Curiae in Support of Respondents filed. (Distributed)Aug 12 2022 | Brief amici curiae of Graphic Artists Guild, Inc. and American Society for Collective Rights Licensing, Inc. filed. (Distributed)Aug 12 2022 | Brief amicus curiae of Philippa S. Loengard filed. (Distributed)Aug 15 2022 | Motion of the Solicitor General for leave to participate in oral argument as amicus curiae, for divided argument, and for enlargement of time for oral argument filed.Aug 15 2022 | Brief amicus curiae of Jeffrey Sedlik, Professional, Photographer and Photography Licensing Expert filed. (Distributed)Aug 15 2022 | Brief amicus curiae of Digital Media Licensing Association filed. (Distributed)Aug 15 2022 | Brief amicus curiae of Prof. Zvi S. Rosen filed. (Distributed)Aug 15 2022 | Brief amicus curiae of Senator Marsha Blackburn filed. (Distributed)Aug 15 2022 | Brief amicus curiae of Professor Guy A. Rub filed. (Distributed)Aug 15 2022 | Brief amicus curiae of Dr. Seuss Enterprises, L.P. filed. (Distributed)Aug 15 2022 | Brief amici curiae of Institute for Intellectual Property and Social Justice and Intellectual-Property Professors filed. (Distributed)Aug 15 2022 | Brief amici curiae of Photographers Gary Bernstein and Julie Dermansky filed. (Distributed)Aug 15 2022 | Brief amici curiae of American Society of Media Photographers, Inc., et al. filed. (Distributed)Aug 15 2022 | Brief amicus curiae of Screen Actors Guild-American Federation of Television and Radio Artists filed. (Distributed)Aug 15 2022 | Brief amicus curiae of Association of American Publishers filed. (Distributed)Aug 15 2022 | Brief amicus curiae of Professor Terry Kogan filed. (Distributed)Aug 15 2022 | Brief amicus curiae of Committee for Justice filed. (Distributed)Aug 15 2022 | Brief amici curiae of California Society of Entertainment Lawyers, et al. filed. (Distributed)Aug 15 2022 | Brief amici curiae of The Recording Industry Association of America and The National Music Publishers Association filed. (Distributed)Aug 15 2022 | Brief amicus curiae of Phoenix Center for Advanced Legal & Economic Public Policy Studies filed. (Distributed)Aug 15 2022 | Brief amicus curiae of United States filed. (Distributed)Sep 07 2022 | Reply of petitioner The Andy Warhol Foundation for the Visual Arts, Inc. filed. (Distributed)Sep 28 2022 | Motion of the Solicitor General for leave to participate in oral argument as amicus curiae, for divided argument, and for enlargement of time for oral argument GRANTED.Oct 12 2022 | Argued. For petitioner: Roman Martinez, Washington, D. C. For respondents: Lisa S. Blatt, Washington, D. C.; and Yaira Dubin, Assistant to the Solicitor General, Department of Justice, Washington, D. C. (for United States, as amicus curiae.)

“There was a lotta negativity because there was just pictures of Black people. That was one of the critiques, that we just photographed Black people. Said, ‘Yeah. You photograph just white people.' That was the argument.” In New York City in 1963, a group of Black photographers came together, naming themselves the Kamoinge Workshop. Translated from the Kikuyu language, kamoinge means a group of people acting together. The artists indeed worked closely together, focusing on reflecting Black life through photographs and increasing Black representation in professional organizations like the American Society of Magazine Photographers (now American Society of Media Photographers). The exhibition Working Together: The Photographers of the Kamoinge Workshop showcases members' work from the 1960s and '70s. In this episode, artist Adger Cowans and Virginia Museum of Fine Arts (VMFA) curator Sarah Eckhardt discusses Kamoinge's history and future as well as the exhibition Working Together. The exhibition is organized by the VFMA and is on view at the Getty Center through October 9, 2022. For images, transcripts, and more, visit https://blogs.getty.edu/iris/podcast-black-photographers-represent-their-world/ or http://www.getty.edu/podcasts To learn more about the exhibition Working Together: The Photographers of the Kamoinge Workshop visit https://www.getty.edu/art/exhibitions/kamoinge/index.html

In episode 201 UNP founder and curator Grant Scott is in his shed reflecting on images from Ukraine, the importance of crediting the photographer and why you shouldn't pitch ideas to magazines. Plus this week photographer Victoria Gewirz takes on the challenge of supplying Grant with an audio file no longer than 5 minutes in length in which she answer's the question ‘What Does Photography Mean to You?' Victoria Gewirz is a photojournalist who grew up in a news-loving family. Her father was a paperboy who later subscribed to three different newspapers and her father-in-law was a “newsie,” whose family owned a newsstand. She was surrounded by copies of Life magazine growing up, and real life drew her toward a major in journalism with a concentration in photojournalism at the Boston University School of Public Communication. Gewirz's work has been published in The Times, Washington Post, Boston Globe, USA Today, and Town and Country magazine and is included within collections at Fidelity Investments, The David Winton Bell Gallery at Brown University, and numerous private collections. She is a two-time winner of The Julia Margaret Cameron Awards juried by Elizabeth Avedon and has been awarded the Photographer of the Year Award by The New England Association for Media Photographers. However, a career turning point for Victoria was an assignment to photograph the The Big Apple Circus for the Boston Children's Museum. She was mesmerized by the timelessness and pageantry of the circus and"never stopped going back."  www.victoriagewirzphotography.com Dr. Grant Scott is the founder/curator of United Nations of Photography, a Senior Lecturer and Subject Co-ordinator: Photography at Oxford Brookes University, Oxford, a working photographer, documentary filmmaker, BBC Radio contributor and the author of Professional Photography: The New Global Landscape Explained (Routledge 2014), The Essential Student Guide to Professional Photography (Routledge 2015), New Ways of Seeing: The Democratic Language of Photography (Routledge 2019). Grant's book What Does Photography Mean to You? including 89 photographers who have contributed to the A Photographic Life podcast is on sale now £9.99 https://bluecoatpress.co.uk/product/what-does-photography-mean-to-you/ © Grant Scott 2022

QUESTION PRESENTED:Whether the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 9th Circuit erred in breaking with its own prior precedent and the findings of other circuits and the Copyright Office in holding that 17 U.S.C. § 411 requires referral to the Copyright Office where there is no indicia of fraud or material error as to the work at issue in the subject copyright registration.DateProceedings and Orders Jan 04 2021 | Petition for a writ of certiorari filed. (Response due February 8, 2021)Jan 19 2021 | Waiver of right of respondent H&M Hennes & Mauritz, L.P., et al. to respond filed.Jan 27 2021 | DISTRIBUTED for Conference of 2/19/2021.Feb 09 2021 | Response Requested. (Due March 11, 2021)Mar 04 2021 | Motion to extend the time to file a response from March 11, 2021 to April 1, 2021, submitted to The Clerk.Mar 05 2021 | Motion to extend the time to file a response is granted and the time is extended to and including April 1, 2021.Mar 11 2021 | Brief amici curiae of American Society of Media Photographers and California Society of Entertainment Lawyers filed.Apr 01 2021 | Brief of respondents H&M Hennes & Mauritz, L.P., et al. in opposition filed.Apr 12 2021 | Motion of petitioner to delay distribution of the petition for a writ of certiorari under Rule 15.5 from April 21, 2021 to May 4, 2021, submitted to The Clerk.Apr 13 2021 | Motion to delay distribution of the petition for a writ certiorari until May 4, 2021 granted.May 03 2021 | Reply of petitioner Unicolors, Inc. filed. (Distributed)May 04 2021 | DISTRIBUTED for Conference of 5/20/2021.May 24 2021 | DISTRIBUTED for Conference of 5/27/2021.Jun 01 2021 | Petition GRANTED limited to Question 1 presented by the petition.Jun 25 2021 | Motion for an extension of time to file the briefs on the merits filed.Jul 12 2021 | Motion to extend the time to file the briefs on the merits granted. The time to file the joint appendix and petitioner's brief on the merits is extended to and including August 3, 2021. The time to file respondent's brief on the merits is extended to and including September 21, 2021.Jul 13 2021 | Blanket Consent filed by Petitioner, Unicolors, Inc.Jul 19 2021 | Blanket Consent filed by Respondent, H&M Hennes & Mauritz, L.P., et al.Aug 03 2021 | Brief of petitioner Unicolors, Inc. filed.Aug 03 2021 | Joint appendix filed.Aug 10 2021 | Brief amicus curiae of Copyright Alliance filed.Aug 10 2021 | Brief amicus curiae of The Intellectual Property Law Association of Chicago in support of neither party filed.Aug 10 2021 | Brief amici curiae of American Society of Media Photographers and California Society of Entertainment Lawyers filed.Aug 10 2021 | Brief amicus curiae of American Intellectual Property Law Association filed.Aug 10 2021 | Brief amici curiae of Intellectual Property Law Professors filed.Aug 10 2021 | Brief amicus curiae of the United States filed.Aug 16 2021 | ARGUMENT SET FOR Monday, November 8, 2021.Sep 01 2021 | Record requested from the U.S.C.A. 9th Circuit.Sep 21 2021 | CIRCULATEDSep 21 2021 | Brief of respondents H&M Hennes & Mauritz, L.P., et al. filed. (Distributed)Sep 22 2021 | Motion of the Acting Solicitor General for leave to participate in oral argument as amicus curiae, for divided argument, and for enlargement of time for oral argument filed.Sep 27 2021 | Brief amicus curiae of New York Intellectual Property Law Association filed. (Distributed)Sep 28 2021 | Brief amici curiae of Professors of Copyright Law filed. (Distributed)Sep 28 2021 | Brief amici curiae of Center for Democracy & Technology and Electronic Frontier Foundation filed. (Distributed)Sep 28 2021 | Brief amici curiae of Andrew D. Lockton and McHale & Slavin, P.A. filed. (Distributed)Sep 28 2021 | Brief amici curiae of California Fashion Association filed. (Distributed)Sep 28 2021 | Brief amicus curiae of Victoria Burke filed. (Distributed)Sep 28 2021 | Amicus brief of National Retail Federation not accepted for filing. (Corrected version submitted) (October 04, 2021)Sep 28 2021 | Brief amicus curiae of National Retail Federation filed. (Distributed)Oct 12 2021 | Motion of the Acting Solicitor General for leave to participate in oral argument as amicus curiae, for divided argument, and for enlargement of time for oral argument GRANTED.Oct 14 2021 | The record from the U.S.C.A. 9th Circuit is electronic and located on Pacer.Oct 14 2021 | Reply of petitioner Unicolors, Inc. filed. (Distributed)Oct 18 2021 | The time for oral argument is allotted as follows: 20 minutes for petitioner, 15 minutes for the Acting Solicitor General, and 35 minutes for respondent.Nov 08 2021 | Argued. For petitioner: E. Joshua Rosenkranz, New York, N. Y.; and Melissa N. Patterson, Assistant to the Solicitor General, Department of Justice, Washington, D. C. (for United States, as amicus curiae.) For respondent: Peter K. Stris, Los Angeles, Cal.★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Her Story: I began my formal education at the National Louis University in Washington, DC, where I concentrated on graphic design, website design, and photography. After that, my enthusiasm for photography had grown and I believe that my passion for the art shows in the quality of my work. I currently offer both in-studio portrait photography and outside portrait photography. I continued my education with the New York Institute of Photography, focusing in Professional Photography. I have active memberships to Professional Photographers of America, the American Society of Media Photographers, and the American Society of Picture Professionals. In 2011, I collaborated with Freedom Crossing on Fort Bliss and expanded my commercial event coverage. Since then, I have worked with TAPS, USO, Operation: Love ReUnited, Operation Homefront, Wounded Warrior Wives, Homes for our Troops and other similar businesses. I have photographed some amazing professional talent like Chris Daughtry, the Eli Young Band, Pat Green, Billy Ray Cyrus, Gym Class Heroes and many more. Find our more about Tara in the May Podcast guide at www.awildridecalledlife.com/podcast-guide --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/annette-whittenberger/message

Her Story:I began my formal education at the National Louis University in Washington, DC, where I concentrated on graphic design, website design, and photography. After that, my enthusiasm for photography had grown and I believe that my passion for the art shows in the quality of my work. I currently offer both in-studio portrait photography and outside portrait photography.I continued my education with the New York Institute of Photography, focusing in Professional Photography. I have active memberships to Professional Photographers of America, the American Society of Media Photographers, and the American Society of Picture Professionals.In 2011, I collaborated with Freedom Crossing on Fort Bliss and expanded my commercial event coverage. Since then, I have worked with TAPS, USO, Operation: Love ReUnited, Operation Homefront, Wounded Warrior Wives, Homes for our Troops and other similar businesses. I have photographed some amazing professional talent like Chris Daughtry, the Eli Young Band, Pat Green, Billy Ray Cyrus, Gym Class Heroes and many more.Find our more about Tara in the May Podcast guide at www.awildridecalledlife.com/podcast-guide--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/annette-whittenberger/message

Photographer / Filmmaker - John Harringtonwww.johnharrington.comFor over three decades, John Harrington, an award-winning photographer and best-selling author has covered the world of politics, traveled the globe, and run a successful business requiring the non creative but essential skills of contract negotiations and licensing agreements.John grew up in the Bay Area before moving to Washington, DC in the mid-80s for college. A 2007 recipient of the United Nations' Leadership Award in the field of photography, his work has appeared in Time, Newsweek and Rolling Stone. His commercial clients have included Coca-Cola, SiriusXM Satellite Radio, Lockheed Martin, and the National Geographic Society.John has produced three commissioned books for the Smithsonian and the third edition of his book, Best Business Practices for Photographers, remains a bestseller. In 2010, a retrospective of the first 20 years in the profession - Photographs from the Edge of Reality, was released and revisits highlights of his career. John has lectured across the United States for the American Society of Media Photographers, Advertising Photographers of America, Professional Photographers of America, and the National Press Photographers Association.

Art Wolfe on Planning Ahead & Taking Action, Entrepreneurship, Dissecting Inspiration & Publishing Multiple Books.Art Wolfe (@artwolfe | artwolfe.com) Art Wolfe was born on September 13, 1951 in Seattle, Washington, and still calls the city home. He graduated from the University of Washington with Bachelor's degrees in fine arts and art education in 1975, where he studied under professors such as Jacob Lawrence. His photography career has spanned five decades, a remarkable testament to the durability and demand for his images, his expertise, and his passionate advocacy for the environment and indigenous culture. During that time he has worked on every continent, in hundreds of locations, and on a dazzling array of projects.Wolfe's photographic mission is multi-faceted. By employing artistic and journalistic styles, he documents his subjects and educates the viewer. His unique approach to photography is based on his training in the arts and his love of the environment. His goal has always been to win support for conservation issues by “focusing on what's beautiful on the Earth.” Hailed by William Conway, former president of the Wildlife Conservation Society, as “the most prolific and sensitive recorder of a rapidly vanishing natural world,” Wolfe has created millions of images in his lifetime and travels nearly nine months out of the year photographing for new projects, leading photographic tours and seminars, and giving inspirational presentations to corporate, educational, conservation, and spiritual groups.Long before the genre of ‘conservation photography' was conceived, Wolfe was practicing it. In 1997 he created a conservation-themed photography contest as “an event for the advancement of photography as a unique medium capable of bringing awareness and preservation to our environment through art.” The contest culminated in 2012 in which the International Conservation Photography Awards drew entries from around the world and was exhibited and traveled by The Burke Museum of Natural History and Culture in Seattle.In 1978 he published his first book Indian Baskets of the Northwest Coast with the late Dr. Allan Lobb, a close friend and mentor, who also gave Wolfe a start by putting the young photographer's work into patients' rooms at Swedish Medical Center. Wolfe was soon photographing for the world's top magazines such as National Geographic, Smithsonian, Audubon, GEO, and Terre Sauvage. Magazines all over the world publish his photographs and stories, and his work is licensed for retail products and advertising, as well as products such as USPS stamps, of which he has three.Numerous US and international venues have featured monographs of his work as well his traveling exhibitions, Earth Is My Witness, Travels to the Edge, and Beyond the Lens. He has had four major exhibitions at Seattle's Frye Art Museum, including One World, One Vision. Today his work is available online at www.artwolfe.com and at the Carnevale Gallery inLas Vegas.Since 1988 he has published at least one book a year—1997 alone saw seven titles in the United States and abroad. He has released over 100 books in eight languages, including the popular titles The New Art of Photographing Nature and The Art of the Photograph, Vanishing Act, and award-winning titles Human Canvas, The High Himalaya, Water: Worlds between Heaven & Earth, Tribes, Rainforests of the World, Pacific Northwest – Land of Light and Water, as well as numerous children's titles, including O is for Orca and Animal Action Alphabet. Graphis included his books Light on the Land and the controversial Migrations on its list of the 100 best books published in the 1990s.In 2000 he formed Wildlands Press and subsequently published his signature work: The Living Wild, which has more than 70,000 copies in print worldwide and garnered awards from the National Outdoor Book Awards, Independent Publisher, Applied Arts and Graphis; Africa (2001) and Edge of the EarthCorner of the Sky (2003), both of which captured significant publishing awards, including IPPY (Independent Publishers), Benjamin Franklin (Publishers MarketingAssociation), and National Outdoor Book Award.In 2014 Wolfe began a publishing relationship with Earth Aware Editions. This has resulted in numerous award-winning books including the encyclopedic Earth Is My Witness, also published in German, French, and Italian language editions by National Geographic; an all-new edition of Migrations, and in 2018 the Nautilus Award-winning Trees: Between Earth and Heaven. 2019 will see the publication of Wild Elephants: Conservation in the Age of Extinction and the trade edition of Human Canvas.Wolfe has ventured into the world of television production with On Location with Art Wolfe, Techniques of the Masters and as host of American Photo's Safari, which aired on ESPN 1993-1995. In May 2007 Art made his public television debut with the high definition series Art Wolfe's Travels to the Edge, an intimate and upbeat series that offers unique insights on nature, culture, and the realm of digital photography. The thirteen-episode first season garnered American Public Television's 2007 Programming Excellence Award—unprecedented for a first season show. The thirteen-episode second season garnered five Silver Telly Awards, their highest honor, for outstanding achievement. It has been broadcast hundreds of thousands times in the United States on PBS and CreateTV affiliates and in global syndication, and on Amazon Prime. Wolfe is the on-screen talent for two of the six episodes of Season I of Tales By Light, first airing in 2015 in Australia and New Zealand and now in distribution on Netflix. The show was produced by Canon Australia and National Geographic Channel in conjunction with Untitled Film Works.Education is a major component of Wolfe's work, whether it is about the environment or about photography. He leads photographic tours worldwide as well as regularly giving the groundbreaking Photography as Art seminar. He has been a Phase One Digital Artists Series instructor, and is collaborating with two of the most renowned nature photographers inthe world, Frans Lanting and Thomas Mangelsen, on the Masters of Nature Photography workshops.Wolfe is in demand as a keynote speaker around the world, giving talks. His presentations brim with humor and anecdotes. They deliver both an environmental message and the promise that following dreams with determination will lead to a well-lived life. He illustrates his presentations with inspiring, awarding-winning photography displaying an astonishing array of subjects, from intense wildlife images and landscapes to intimate views of cultures almost untouched by civilization.Along with his numerous book and television awards, Wolfe is the proud recipient of the Nature's Best Photographer of the Year Award, the North American Nature Photography Association's Lifetime Achievement Award and the Photographic Society of America's Progress Medal for his contribution to the advancement of the art and science of photography; he has been awarded with a coveted Alfred Eisenstaedt Magazine Photography Award. The National Audubon Society recognized Wolfe's work in support of the national wildlife refuge system with its first-ever Rachel Carson Award. In 1999 he was named to the UW Alumni Association's magazine list of 100 “most famous, fascinating and influential” alumni of the 20th century. He is the Honorary Chair of Washington Wild, a member of the American Society of Media Photographers; he is an Honorary Fellow of the Royal Photographic Society, a Fellow of the International League of Conservation Photographers, a Member National of The Explorers Club, a Paul Harris Fellow of The Rotary Foundation, and has served on the advisory boards for the Wildlife Conservation Society. Wolfe has been a member of Canon's elite list of renowned photographers Explorers of Light, Microsoft's Icons of Imaging, Fujifilm's Talent Team, and Nikon's NPS Pros.Wolfe maintains his office, stock agency, and production company in Seattle.Please enjoy!***If you enjoy the podcast, would you please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts? It takes less than 60 seconds, and it really helps makes a difference in helping to convince hard-to-get guests.Follow Matthew:Twitter: twitter.com/matthewdawalker Instagram: instagram.com/matthewdawalker

This episode of Conversations in the Arts, The Arts and African American Experience, was presented live that Huntington Arts Council's Main Street Gallery on February 13th, 2020 at 7:00 pm. African American experience and culture developed outside of mainstream American culture. In recognition of Black History Month, we will explore the diversity and rich artistic contributions of African Americans to American culture. The panel will discuss their experiences in the arts and how they use their voices and visions to inspire and educate. Panelists: Maurice Brandon Curry, Executive & Artistic Director/Eglevsky Ballet Ama Karikari-Yawson, Storyteller and Author Harper Bella, Artist, Board member of American Society of Media Photographers in the NY Chapter Moderator: Marc Courtade, Executive Director/Huntington Arts Council Conversations in the Arts has evolved into an ongoing program by the Huntington Arts Council to stimulate and promote the arts. These participatory talks featuring artists and scholars from our community, will enrich our arts experiences and help us to more fully understand the values and contributions the arts have made, and continue to make, to society. Conversations will be held monthly as engaged inquiries and dialogues used to explore ideas, facilitate collaborations and networking opportunities. Open to the public. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/hac-podcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/hac-podcast/support

Mira Zaki is a Seattle born, Manhattan-based, globally traveling photographer. With over 20 years in the business of photography- Mira Zaki's photography career spans commercial, advertising, editorial, stock photography, tv, media, magazines, newspapers, book publishing, and print. Mira's personal and professional commitment to her career led her to study Commercial Advertising Still Photography from Brooks Institute of Photography. Mira brings expertise, creativity, and thoughtfulness to all of her photoshoots. Due to her upbringing in an Egyptian-American family, she has been infused with a love and appreciation of multicultural experiences and world travel. Mira has been a member of the American Society of Media Photographers since 2007 and was a board member from 2010-2015. Mira has been featured in both group photography exhibits and solo shows from 2011-present between Seattle, Atlanta, and New York. Mira's clients and publications include the top names in the industry : The New York Times, The New York Times T-Magazine, Travel+ Leisure, The Travel Channel, Cosmopolitan, Vanity Fair, Vh-1 Save The Music Foundation, CNN.com, CNNI.com, CNNMoney.com, Edible Manhattan, Edible Brooklyn, Taylor PR, Tesla, Food Network, The James Beard Foundation, Well + Good, Veria Living, Olive Magazine Korea, Dessert Professional, Bust Magazine, Eating Well & Siggi’s and more. Mira's experience and keen ability to capture the essence of the moment will provide you with photographs that stand out and will last a lifetime. Her commitment to making a positive impact in the world has shaped and informed her powerful visual storytelling. Web: mirazaki.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mira.zaki.9 Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/mirazakiphoto/

Liam Alexander is Artist & Creative Director. We really dive into all the possibilities of how IT IS POSSIBLE for you to get out of your way and create the career and life that you love. ABOUT LIAM: Liam is a fine artist and creative director, who's intention is catalyzing social change through artistic expression. He has created community focussed independent creative projects such as: IThou at the NYU Kimmel Galleries, The Exchange at Rush Arts, and the forthcoming documentary series Stroke Of Genius. Liam writes and speaks on the topics of creativity, finding your passion, redefining what’s possible in your medium, and catalyzing social change through art. He serves as the Fine Art Chairperson of the American Society of Media Photographers, New York Chapter, is graduate of Parsons School of Design, and the Creative Director of The Influencers; a community of over 1000 high-impact influencers from across every industry. His work has been published in magazines like Nylon and Rolling Stone and he has executed film and creative projects for major brands like Wix.com, The City of New York, Samsung, Volvo, and Renaissance Hotels. Fun Fact I He also own's a trailmix company with my brother. You can find Liam here: ARTIST: www.liam-alexander.com CREATIVE: www.starlyncreative.com DIRECTOR: www.medabela.com PHOTOGRAPHER: www.liamalexanderphoto.com STROKEOFGENIUS: www.thriveglobal.com/categories/stroke-of-genius/ COASTTOCOAST: www.trailmix.nyc Click on these links below: https://www.jimmyallencoaching.com/ Jimmy Alle on Instagram Jimmy Allen on Twitter Jimmy Allen on Facebook https://www.jimmyallencoaching.com/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jimmyallen/support

In episode 12 I sit down with gallery director, photographer, art educator and curator Sherri Littlefield. We discuss the process of curation and how that might be applied to the preparation of a worship service. If you’d like to learn more about Sherri and her work, you can visit SherriLittlefield.com. You can also see the work from Treat Gallery’s, Treat American Project at two separate exhibitions in New York City featuring work from Brenton Little, Bubblegum & Whiskey, and 48 other fantastic artists. January 9th - January 13th Foley Gallery, 59 Orchard Street NYCopening reception January 9th at 6pm. February 8th - February 17thOSNY Project Space, 417 W. 57th Street NYCopening reception February 8th at 7pm. The Guest Suggests: The Office WWE The Jealous Curator Podcast Art galleries: ClampArt & The Border American Society of Media Photographers

In this episode ASMP Executive Director Tom Kennedy chats with Scott Burkholder of SGB Talent Agency in Baltimore. Scott is a socially minded artist agent who focus is on giving artists support and guidance in their business affairs. You can learn more about the American Society of Media Photographers by visiting www.asmp.org.Support the show (https://www.asmp.org/asmp-foundation-donations/)

ASMP Executive Director Tom Kennedy talks with picture editor Karen Mullarkey. Karen has an extensive career at magazines like Rolling Stone, Newsweek, and Sports Illustrated. You can learn more about the American Society of Media Photographers by visiting ASMP.orgSupport the show (https://www.asmp.org/asmp-foundation-donations/)

Luke Copping Interviews ASMP Executive Director Tom Kennedy about his experiences as Managing Editor for Multimedia at The Washington Post and Director of Photography for National Geographic Magazine, as well as his views on the current state of the photographic industry. He has created, directed, and edited visual journalism projects that have earned Pulitzer Prizes, as well as EMMY, Peabody, and Edward R. Murrow awards. Visit www.asmp.org for more information on The American Society of Media Photographers.Support the show (https://www.asmp.org/asmp-foundation-donations/)

Sean Cridland owns Visions of Power.com where he is an automotive photographer and journalist located in James Spring, New Mexico. Sean is a member of The Motor Press Guild, The International Motor Press Association, and the American Society of Media Photographers. No doubt you’ve seen his photography in many automotive publications.   Hurley Haywood’s racing career goes all the way back to 1969 when he raced with Peter Gregg at Watkins Glen. He built his career behind the wheel of a #59 Brumos Porsche, racing for the Jacksonville, Florida-based team that’s lasted over 40 years. The number of major race wins and championships he accumulated in his career makes him the most successful endurance racing driver in history.    Together they have created a very exciting new book titled Hurley: From the Beginning Now, This book is 420 pages with over 650 photos, Haywood tells it all. From the beginning.   

Todd Spoth is a Houston based music and entertainment photographer who is specialized covering Hip Hop music. Most of the interviews so far covered the Rock and Heavy Metal genre and therefore I thought why not interview a Hip Hop photographer. Todd client list includes brands such as Canon, Elle Magazine, Forbes, Fox Sports, NFL, Red Bull, The New York Times and he serves on the board of directors for the American Society of Media Photographers. So, this guy knows what he is talking about when it comes down to photography.

My introduction to Sean Kernan and the breadth of his work was at a business conference sponsored by the American Society of Media Photographers almost a decade ago. Sean gave an inspiring talk about photography and showed images from his book, Among Trees. He then called everyone up to the front and asked for volunteers to do a movement exercise. I hesitated for a moment, then thought, I'm here to be uncomfortable and grow and threw myself into the mix. For the next few minutes Sean walked a group of us through a process of interactions that transformed my thinking about creativity and connections with other people. A few years later ASMP held another iteration of the conference and I went, almost exclusively, because Sean was presenting. Sean did not disappoint. When his most recent book, Looking into the Light: Creativity and the Photographer was published I was excited to see if it brought a similar energy and insight into the exploration of seeing. As with my previous experiences, Sean delivers the goods.Sean is not only a successful photographer, recognized for his work in both the commercial and exhibition art worlds. He has also worked in theater, written four books, produced and directed two documentaries, and taught at several universities as well as the esteemed Maine and Santa Fe Workshops.

  While at Imaging 2016, Lauren Simons graciously spared a few minutes to join The PhotoTellers. This is the episode where you'll learn how many of your favorite Photographers are using Tether Tools to create top-tier work, keep their files secure, and protect their gear. You're a Photographer who doesn't shoot tethere, and you're wondering, "Why should I?" If so, you'll hear me delve into that very issue. Not interested in shooting tethered? Do you need a mount for your tablet, your speedlights, your smartphone? Is it possible to shoot WIRELESS TETHERED? How can you learn more . . . and also get a discount? Glad you asked: The American Society of Media Photographers teamed up with Tether Tools to write The Ultimate Tethering Guide. CLICK HERE to grab a free copy. Find a world of (non-sales-y) information on the Tether Tools site by CLICKING HERE. When you order from the online store, enjoy a 10% discount by using the promo code: Imaging10 If you're a fan of The PhotoTellers, you've heard some of Russ Talks episodes, right? HINT: Russ is a HUGE fan of Tether Tools himself! Russ Talks #2: Robert Plant, Alison Krauss & Chelsea Handler

Lou Jones on Remaining Relevant“We have to constantly worry about remaining relevant in the way we're communicating and in what we're communicating. And the biggest hurdle is fear. We literally have to learn how to be less fearful and get out of our own way.” ~ Lou JonesIn this episode, Lou Jones, a Boston-based commercial photographer, talks about a career that has spanned several decades of disruptive change in business, technology and life. Of the creative leaders I've known over the years, I don't know many who've been more thoughtful about assembling the right people and processes that provide the resources to allow multiple projects to overlap while consistently shipping impactful work from each endeavor.He's photographed assignments for numerous Fortune 500 corporations and major magazines from around the world. Lou has also published a number of books, and has photographs in the collections of several museums. He has been named a “Legend Behind The Lens” by Nikon, and has also served on the board of directors for a number of museums and trade organizations, including the American Society of Media Photographers, which is how we met 30 years ago.Lou observes that talent is really only a small part of what leads to success. Whether a client hires you revolves just as much around relationship -- and whether you can problem-solve and get the project done regardless of obstacles. You have to speak the language of your client. He cautions us as creators to not let someone else's opinion of our work define our perception of ourselves -- or our confidence in our own opinion of our work.

Sean Cridland owns Visions of Power.com where he is an automotive photographer and journalist located in James Spring, New Mexico. He’s been an active member and participant in the Porsche Club of America as a writer and auto crosser. His articles have appeared in Porsche Panorama, Excellence, 356 Registry and the website FlatSixes.com and the Road Scholars web-magazine. Sean is a member of The Motor Press Guild, The International Motor Press Association, and the American Society of Media Photographers.

Colleen Wainwright is a Los Angeles-based writer, designer and consultant who obsesses over making complex ideas easy to understand.I met Colleen four years ago in Philadelphia at the Strictly Business Conference created by ASMP, the American Society of Media Photographers. As one of the keynote speakers, she absolutely rocked the house with her presentation and made me a fan of her mind and her writing.In this episode, Colleen shares her belief that almost everything good in her life has come about as a result of walking through some kind of fear. “Fear can be an ally – or it can be a foe,” she reminds us. A recovering perfectionist, Colleen says that hearing about the rough and rocky road others have traveled in their quest to make art helps her persevere. “The creative act is the process of giving birth. It can be ugly and painful.”Colleen is also a firm believer that clutter is one of the chief enemies in the creative life. “I cannot say enough about the power of letting go of the crap you don't need,” she observes.“It's easy to just turn to television for comfort, or to food, or to whatever it is for you – to turn away from the challenge because it's hard. To just quit, give up. Don't give up! If you keep looking for something, you will find the thing you're looking for even if it doesn't turn out to be the thing you set out to find. Don't quit before the miracle. These are not going to always be easy times.” ~ Colleen Wainwright

Tom Kennedy is the executive director of  the American Society of Media Photographers. He also worked as an editor and photographer in various companies in the past. He talks about how ASMP helps make a photographer's business simple and not detrimental. See his personal work at www.kennedymedia.net

This Week’s Episode I’m continuing my Crochet & Knitting Design & Self-Publishing Mini Series by talking about photographing your pattern. I’ll be focusing on 3 topics: the photographer, the model (or backgrounds/props for non-wearables), and tutorials. Let’s talk about the photographer! As the online world has shifted to becoming more and more visual, pattern photography has become increasingly important. As a self-publishing designer, you may be your own photographer or you may choose to work with another amateur or professional photographer. Designer as photographer If you take your own photos, you have complete control. You control the styling, the framing, the editing, etc. of each photograph. (If you don’t happen to be a professional photographer, this may not always be a good thing, though!) Other benefits of taking your own photos is that it is cheaper (in money, though not necessarily in time) and you can photograph on your own schedule. If you decide to take your own pictures… Be sure to read the manual for your camera (or smartphone or tablet or whatever you use to take pictures) so you understand all the features and how to use them. Use natural lighting when available, and/or consider investing in a light box. You can buy one affordably and there are also many online tutorials for assembling your own light box. Take many, many pictures, and then choose the best ones. Get some professional development. Here are some suggestions. Read The Crafter’s Guide to Taking Great Photos by Heidi Adnum (which I reviewed here). Though it is mostly geared towards product photography (i.e., of toys and home decor items, not wearables), it is a great photography resource. Craftsy has a vast array of photography classes.  There are many online photography courses available on Udemy as well. I took Beginner Nikon DSLR Photography and found it quite helpful. I have several Pinterest boards with links to photography resources that you may find helpful. Photography: General How To Product Photography: How To Photo Editing: How To Photographing People: How To Photography Classes & Books And of course, these days most large fiber festivals offer photography classes. Since your photographs will form the first impression most people have about your designs, if you are your own photographer, make those impressions as good as you can by investing in yourself and your skills. Amateur photographer Some designers rely on a spouse, partner, family member, or friend to take pictures. This has the benefit of being free (or very inexpensive/paid with barter), but it has all of potential disadvantages of being your own photographer. To make the most out of one of these partnerships, ask your amateur photographer to get more training and make sure the emphasis is on the samples, not on you or the models. Professional photographer Working with a professional photographer will likely lead to the highest quality photos. This can be a worthwhile investment in your business. If this photographer isn’t familiar with handmade items, you may need to be more involved with styling or be more explicit about your needs. Some designers are able to work out barters or trades in exchange for professional photography services if paying a photographer is outside of their budgets. Let’s talk models! If you design wearables, you will have to decide whether to be your own pattern model, have other (human) models, use a dress form/mannequin, or take flat product photography. Designer as model The advantages of being your own model are keeping costs down, making scheduling easier, and associating your face with your designs and brand. You will definitely need to become comfortable with posing, and if you are also your own photographer, you will need to become very familiar with your timer and have an excellent tripod. Working with amateur and professional models You may choose to work with models for sizing reasons, diversity, or because you are camera shy. When working with models, a release form is critical. The American Society of Media Photographers has several release form samples that you can customize for your business. Friends and family are often a first choice for designers, but they may not be comfortable in front of the camera. Consider bringing another friend along as a stylist or to chat up your camera-shy friend while you or your photographer take pictures. Taking breaks to switch accessories or change outfits can be helpful in allowing your model to relax and look more natural. These days, many people have concerns about sharing images of children online. If you work with child models, consider taking photos from behind or the side so the full face isn’t in view. I have had good luck photographing local college students. Their rates are generally reasonable. You may want to make recommendations to your models about what to wear, or bring clothing props. Working with dress forms/mannequins Your dress form or mannequin presumably doesn’t have an active social life and is always available when you or your photographer have time to take pictures. If your dress form/mannequin fits into your light box, then you are also able to take pictures even when no natural lighting is available. Some people feel that models are preferable to dress forms, but I’ve heard just as many people say the opposite. When in doubt, go with the preferences of your target audience. Consider the “look” of your mannequin/dress form, as well. Do you want something with a neutral background and/or no face, or something with decorative fabric and/or a “lifelike” appearance. Ideally, you would make a choice that both fits your brand and budget. Taking flat/product photography If you primarily design home decor items and toys, this option may be right for you. However, if you primarily design wearables, consider whether flat photographs do your designs justice. Think carefully about what is in the background of your photos, especially when taking flat photos. Having random junk in the background can be distracting, but having some common decorations can help support your brand. 2019 Update: You can find my 10 tips for how to photography your handmade crafts with flay lay photography here. Let’s talk tutorials! Some designers never shoot tutorials, some only shoot tutorials when they are deemed necessary (by the designer), and others include tutorials with all of their designs. If you never shoot your own tutorials, you don’t need to worry about the photography of tutorials. Considerations for tutorials Whether you create tutorials occasionally or always, here are two things to consider. Will you only include specific elements (e.g., a difficult stitch or unusual construction method) or a complete project in your tutorial? If your tutorial is photographic rather than video, will you include your hands in the shots? If you plan to include tutorials for each pattern, you may want to develop a cohesive format (akin to a style sheet). What size photos will you use, and at what distance? For video tutorials, will you introduce each one face-to-camera, or will the video start with a product shot or yarn in your hands? Final thoughts on photography Consider bringing a stylist if you are the photographer. Not only can this person serve as a second set of eyes, but s/he can also help the models feel pampered! Post-production (photo editing) is also important. This can be even more important as you are developing your photography skills. If you enjoyed this episode The Creative Yarn Entrepreneur Show is no longer broadcasting. Episodes are available as a service to the yarn community. This episode originally aired in June, 2015. Be aware that content may be outdated. If you'd like to chat with other yarn-related business owners, join the Creative Yarn Entrepreneurs Facebook group. Support Marie's work by buying one of her books, Make Money Teaching Crochet: Launch Your Business, Increase Your Side Income, Reach More Students (Amazon | Gumroad) or Design It, Promote It, Sell It: Online Marketing for Your Crochet and Knit Patterns (Amazon | Gumroad).

D. Randy Riggs is an award-winning photojournalist and author with 42 years of publishing experience in the automotive and motorcycle fields. He is the former Senior Editor of Cycle World, Editor-in-Chief of Vette and Sports Car International  magazines and has been Editor-in-Chief of Vintage Motorsport magazine since 1997. He is a member of the Society of Automotive Historians, Motor Press Guild, International Motor Press Association, Western Automotive Journalists and American Society of Media Photographers. Randy’s award-winning book, Flat Out Racing, An Insiders Look At The World of Stock Cars, was published in 1995. His automotive photography has appeared in hundreds of books and magazines. In his youth Randy raced flat-track motorcycles and Formula Fords and he began vintage racing in 1999.  The car he most loves to race is a Porsche 935K3.

Celebrate FotoWeekDC when internationally renowned photographer Mary Ellen Mark discusses her work and career. Mark is an American photographer known for her photojournalism, portraiture, and advertising photography. Mark's photo essays and portraits have appeared in such publications as LIFE, New York Times Magazine, The New Yorker, Rolling Stone, Vanity Fair and Smithsonian Magazine. She has published eighteen books, received numerous awards, and exhibited her work in solo exhibitions in galleries and museums worldwide. The program is presented in collaboration with the DC chapter of the American Society of Media Photographers, FotoDC, and Washington CityPaper.

Rebecca Jackrel is a freelance photographer based in San Francisco, California, who shares her love of wild creatures and places through her photography. In the last few years she has been involved in using her photography to help environmental causes and organizations like the  and has raised funds to finance this project through KickStarter.   Rebecca has been honored with several awards including the 2010 Nature's Best Photography Awards and the 2008 Art Wolfe International Conservation Photography.   Rebecca is a member of NANPA (North American Nature Photography Association), ASMP (American Society of Media Photographers) and PPA (Professional Photographers of America) and lectures on nature photography and environmental issues.