Don’t Pee in my Pool
Imagine, if you will, that the photography industry is a very large swimming pool. Not one of those backyard models, but rather, an Olympic sized pool. And this very large pool is filled with photographers, […]
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An 8×10 is Big Enough
According to the Consumer Technology Association, the average television screen size of today’s consumer is about 47 inches. The number of tv’s sold that are larger than 50 inches is up ten percent over last […]
Mistruth Marketing: how to improve your standing via social media without spending any money or time
I get it. There are things you wanted to accomplish in life. You wanted to go to a prestigious culinary school; you wanted to be a runway model; you wanted to be a PPA certified […]
Dear Wedding Guests
Bride and Grooms want good pictures; that’s why they hired you. And you, of course, want to do a good job for the bride and groom. Sometimes, though, guests can get in the way. They […]
Beyonce’s Maternity Portrait
Dear Beyonce, Congratulations! I read the news you are going to be the mother of twins. You must be over the moon. What a journey you have ahead of you; nothing compares to it. I […]
The Strep Throat Photo
This is a school photo from my junior year in high school. Unlike other school photos, I remember when this was taken. I remember waiting my turn, sitting down on the stool, and smiling. Mostly […]
Things Every Photographer Understands During the Christmas Rush
Your desk looks like the Island of Empty Coffee Cups. If you cut yourself, you bleed espresso. via GIPHY You consider yourself an environmentalist for all the water you’ve saved by not showering. via GIPHY […]
How I Managed to Take Pictures While in a NYC Street
I had to sit and think about taking pictures in a busy NYC street. Had it really come to this? Couldn’t I just composite myself into traffic? I sat on the corner and wrestled with […]
Glitterbomb of Tough Love Truth
Weight-loss shakes, essential oils, leggings, nail designs, make-up, skin care…all wonderful things to use and sell. Just (and here’s the tough love part) NOT on your PHOTOGRAPHY business page. Your photography business page should be […]
Know Your WORTH: a MILLION Dollar Idea
Dear “Million Dollar” Photographer, Can we have a little talk? I’m sure you’re busy so I shan’t take up much of your time, but this is kind of important. I read your open letter: “Why […]