My Emerging Photographic Style
I never realized that concentration on a particular niche and or genre would lead me in a direction toward defining a “personal style”.
I never realized that concentration on a particular niche and or genre would lead me in a direction toward defining a “personal style”.
Take a moment and think of what you want, and how you are going to get it. Regardless of what it is that you want, It will take MONEY to get there! “A feast is made for laughter, and wine maketh merry: but Money answereth all things”..Ecclesiastes 10:19 (yes, check your bible, it’s there) Money …
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It might seem counterintuitive but focusing on a specific corner of the market — whether that be multi-generational travel, cruising or European vacations —is key. Doing so can turn your travel agency into a powerhouse, enabling your business to attract more clients, while showcasing you as an expert in a specific area.
Travel insights from Steve Hirshan, senior vice president of sales at Avoya Travel and contributor to Travel Professional News Here’s the one question customers usually ask themselves that can make or break your sale: “Am I willing to invest my time and trust with this person?” How do you ensure you get the ‘yes’? By …
By Matt TurnerJun 7, 2022 08:52am Just in time for summer travel season, Germany has dropped its “3G” rule—which stated that tourists had to either show proof of vaccination, recovery from COVID-19 or provide a negative test when entering Germany—for travelers coming from the European Union, Schengen Area or other countries where the epidemiological situation is deemed acceptable by the E.U. This means that, …
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Finding amazing places to explore with your camera can be challenging particularly if you’re after something unusual. Thankfully there are plenty of apps that will help, from those offering simple inspiration and directions to others that will help you plan when to be there and at what time to get a specific kind of shot.
Born FreeBusiness TravelThe Top Caribbean Destinations For a Company Retreat Going on company retreats has many benefits that can help the overall productivity of your business. Having fun as a team can build a family-like atmosphere and can help workers feel more comfortable with one another. This leads to better overall communication. Kelsey Meyer, writing …
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Born FreeHotel UpdatesYour Guide to Luxury Resorts in Cabo San Lucas Cabo San Lucas is a resort town situated at the tip of the Baja California peninsula in the Mexican state of Baja California Sur. A favorite with sun-seeking vacationers and celebrities including Jennifer Aniston, Will Smith, and George Clooney, Cabo San Lucas and its …
SmugMug is for more than just photos. We’re here for your videos and RAW files, too. Therefore we are making some terminology changes in our global navigation to reflect this. These changes include Photos renamed to Library and Photo Site renamed to Site.
In the age of social media, a clear understanding of your rights as a photographer is crucial to receiving the credit you deserve. But with so much information out there, you might find yourself asking: What laws are in place to protect photographers like me? What do I do if someone uses my photo without …
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By Matt Turner Mar 30, 2022 10:31am Seven in 10 Americans are planning to take a leisure trip in the next 12 months, according to a recent survey by NerdWallet conducted online by The Harris Poll. More than 2,000 U.S. adults were asked how the COVID-19 pandemic has and continues to effect travel plans; beyond the 70 percent planning to travel, nearly …
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Nature comes alive in spring, with the longer days and warming temperatures leading to colorful sights such as wildflower displays and cherry blossoms, young animals frolicking, and even a little-known uptick in ‘space weather. Here are some of our top tips for taking full photographic advantage of the change from winter to spring…
by Karen Foley They say that the definition of insanity is doing the same thing over and over again and expecting a different result. I mean look at Groundhog’s Day. Every year furry aficionados gather on Gobbler’s Knob in Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania in the freezing cold at sunrise and look to a cute little rodent named Phil to …
This time of year, escape the winter blues and adventure to AMR™ Collection’s newest resorts in Mexico. This winter alone, AMR™ Collection is offering three all-new ways for adults to experience Unlimited-Luxury®, and add some anticipation to their 2022 planner Breathless Cancun Soul Resort & Spa Since opening its doors on December 7, the all-new Breathless Cancun …
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DESTINATION & TOURISM RICH THOMASELLI FEBRUARY 26, 2022 The Dominican Republic has become the latest nation to drop its COVID-19 restrictions, as the popular tourist destination joins many of its Caribbean Island countries is welcoming travelers back to bolster tourism. Despite not meeting a previously announced target of having 70 percent of the country’s adults vaccinated against …
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Blog by Wisconsinart A common question photographers ask is which photo editing software is best. Well-known applications are Photoshop, Gimp, and Affinity Photo. Factors are a combination of cost, level of editing functions needed, and to some degree, personal preference. Virtually everyone is familiar with Photoshop and many dislike the subscription fee though it can be as …
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Featuring LINDSAY SILVERMAN Tips and Tricks for Great Autumn Photographs “I am very lucky to live in a place that has distinct changes of seasons. Once September hits, we start seeing a gradual shift from greens and blues to the rich and warm tones of fall: tawny brown, red, orange, mustard yellow. Autumn in New York …
Cities are excellent places for any photographer. Whether you like to shoot street scenes, landscapes, portraits or architecture – the urban environment offers a wealth of opportunities
By following some simple steps when planning your shoots and when you’re out in the field, you’ll be able to get the most out of any city that you’re photographing.
I take a lot of travel photos (it comes naturally, being a travel blogger!) and I’m always thinking of ways that those photos can make me money. I love the photos I’ve taken, so surely other people would too?
ByKav Dadfar Street photography is one of the most popular genres for image-makers. But getting those striking photos isn’t always easy. These top tips will help you get the best results Street photography is a genre that many will experiment with at some point in their photography journey, even if it’s not their principal subject …
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To help your business grow, you need to start thinking like both a photographer and a marketing manager. These five ideas will help you get into that frame of mind.
In the midst of this Travel Shut Down, I have been devoting my time to learning as much as possible about photography. My love of photography crosses a multiplicity of genre. Whatever the genre, as a photographer we must address the big three; Light, Color, and Composition. For whatever reason my study of color has …
Article Written BY: Ryan Jakubowski In today’s highly competitive market for photography, it is not an easy task to build your brand and have people notice you. Now days, you need to stand out from the rest of the crowd and bring people in. If you’ve wondered how to market your photography, look no further. …
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Most digital marketing journeys begin with many unanswered questions, mine was no different. I had to first wrap my head around what digital marketing is, how it works, and of course the profit potential. Recent retirement, quickly reveled the need for additional income. Not wishing to continue to conform and comply with the natural flow, …
By David Johnston The dawn of the age of technology has given way to a ton of new types of photographs that weren’t necessarily able to be shot before. The leading companies in camera sensors have developed the tools necessary to shoot unbelievable images in some of the most difficult situations. My guess is that if …
Article Written by; Barry Davret FollowMar 25 · 5 min read You have plenty of alone time. Don’t waste it. Pandemics always end. At some point, this will pass. We’ll find a way to defeat the coronavirus. We just don’t know when. But that’s not the question that troubles me. What I want to know are the answers …
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In my personal quest to improve my digital photography skills, I am constantly seeking guidance. Recently I ran across what I consider to be a very important guide. Twelve very important questions I think all photographers should ask themselves before each shot. Considering these questions can and will improve your photography skills. Get 25% off …
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Written by Teresa Milner Improve your consistency and confidence with a photoshoot checklist Are you looking for ways to improve the flow of your photo sessions, your post-production workflow or your consistency? Consider developing and following your own photoshoot checklist! Have you ever finished a photography session that felt awesome at the time only to …
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But there are many things I had to learn along the way. Here are the top five: Build relationships. Networking with other bloggers and with destinations is important. I joined several travel-writing and blogging Facebook groups from the start. Today I’m active in only two of those groups–the ones that include bloggers I have the most …
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It is truly a blessing and a wonderful feeling to wake up each day doing the things you truly love to do. It is also amazing that those things create for you the lifestyle of your choosing. For me it is travel photography. Early in life I discovered my love for art. Sketching in pencil, …
Written by Nelson Ikheafe November 25, 2019User archive When starting out in the photography business, it’s tempting to be a jack of all trades, shooting everything that looks interesting. While this approach may get you hundreds of unique photos, it will not set you apart from the competition. Competition is a good thing, professional photographers who …
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When you think about it Health, Wealth, and Love combined are the foundation on which true happiness is built. Mans greatest aspiration should be for, he and his family to enjoy life in good health, filled with an abundance of wealth and love.
Look around you, every material object you see, started out as a thought in some man’s mind. The car you drive, the bricks that form your home, the toaster you used for breakfast this morning, the plate you ate from, the cell phone that you can’t put down. All things (material objects) have their origin …
Anyway, what I am trying to convey is a well known Universal Law, called Cause and Effect. The law simply states; For every effect, there is a cause. Therefore there is a cause for any and all of your circumstances, as well as the environment in which you live.