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The Exposure Triangle-How photographers camera, shutter speed, aperture & ISO exposure settings work
Breaking down in depth how your camera settings and exposure work to record images.
Product Review: Store and protect photo & video data with an expandable Drobo RAID storage solution
An expandable Drobo backup system can be a great way to store and protect your images. The housing costs $699 and then you just...
Photographers: Developing your personal sense of style so clients will come to you for your work
When I was just starting out in photography, I really looked up to other photographers who had a lot more experience, because I realized...
The 4 types of gels photographers can use to kill it in the studio
The sun rises in the east with a hint of yellow; it casts unflattering colorless light at its zenith and it sets with a...
A “quick” solution when applying for federal COVID-19 aid
There are plenty of reviews that will teach you how to use the Quickbooks. I just wanted to take this opportunity to share with...
Styling photoshoots for men and males models plus building relationships with stylists
Styling tips for photographers with an emphisis on working with male models and subjects
How to get the best quality when exporting and uploading images to instagram
I walk you through the process step by step as I use Adobe Lightroom, iPhoto, iTunes and my Apple IPhone to post to social...
Playing well with others: how to work with a crew, while not acting like THAT GUY
Some photographers have a reputation for being narcissistic micromanagers. Don’t be that guy. And I do mean, THAT GUY!
How I made it through the Great Recession as a photographer
During the 2008-2010 Great Recession, 50% of my business disappeared and to fill the time I practiced my lighting by working with aspiring models,...
Commercial Photography: Bidding and working with clients
A friend recently asked me how to bid on commercial jobs. This video will cover the entire process of working with commercial clients from...
Which cameras and lenses should you use for portrait photography?
People always ask me which cameras and lenses I use. Here are the answers!
Networking: Building your photography business and your personal network at the same time
Photographer John Gress shares how he built his business through building his personal network.
