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Advice on Turning Pro
Or, better put, why to think twice about turning pro. This is a painting by John Baldessari made between 1966-1968, informing artists on what sells (via Signal vs. Noise [http://37signals.com/svn/posts/3405-john-baldessari-american-b-1931-tips]).
Photographers and Phashionistas
Here’s to the Phashionistas: * to the ones who wear a camera to compliment their scarves and skinny jeans * to the ones who agonize over the number of compartments in their bags * to the ones who wouldn’t be caught dead with black lenses on their Canons * to the ones
Declare Independence
Independent thought is the most scarce resource in photography today. Not talent. Not money. Not technical ability. Blogs, books, magazines and even workshops parrot each other - and always have. Which photographers have remained interesting throughout? The ones who were doing what the others hadn’t considered. It’s, by
"I only really shoot family photos."
My inbox is filled with email that includes some variation on the quote above. Honestly, I can’t imagine a more important subject.
The Value of a Photograph
If you believe the value of a photograph is measured in monetary terms, you live in an ever-shrinking bubble. Photography is now just a tool used to express a story. That story can be used to sell something, connect with someone or document something. The story is what holds value.
Why Pros Like Lesser Photography
Going amateur is better for your creativity than going pro. However, those photographers who have been pros for a while tend to embrace the philosophy of using smaller, simpler cameras (even camera phones) much quicker than amateurs. How can this be? It’s true. It doesn’t seem to make