Future-proofing is good in that we need gear to suit our photographic needs—but it can go wrong, too! Here are thoughts on when future-proofing goes too far.
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Going on a photography trip without pre-scouting the area can be a valuable challenge that teaches you to trust your instincts. Read my thoughts here.
Content is king in photography, but maybe not quite in the way you think. It’s the emotional content that counts, the pieces of ourselves that we pour into it.
There’s so much that is out of our control. Weather, animals, the people that we photograph. But in the digital darkroom, we can control every single pixel.
Critiquing is a difficult process! It’s easy to overlook the photographer’s vision for the image. Ask this question so you can give the best feedback possible!
It might work for cars, but pushy salesmanship can drive potential art buyers away. To market your photography, the best way is to be authentically you.
Trends are always coming and going. While there is pressure to follow them, ultimately, it’s up to you whether or not to follow whatever is current.
Common marketing strategies often lead to photographers marketing to other photographers. But there are ways to put artwork in front of a broader audience.
Once the technical learning is done, that’s when it may feel like the learning is over. But that’s when your photographic journey is just beginning.
The one area that photographers can’t control is a print’s display. Keep this in mind to create photos that show well in any situation!