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Tony Corbell Teaches About Tools That Control Light

May 18, 2016 by Seshu | Editor & Publisher

Who Is Tony Corbell?

I've enjoyed learning from Tony Corbell. He is a master at light and he is also a master at teaching about light. His photography has been widely recognized for its technical excellence.

About a year or so ago, I had the pleasure of watching and learning from him at a CTPPA event here in Connecticut. He was patient, professional and totally courteous to all in the audience. Questions were answered and then explored.

He would say, “Let me show you how it is done.” And then, he would do it, walking us through the very steps he would take during a paid commercial portrait assignment.

The Giveaway

I signed up for Tony's latest CreativeLive course and when I bought it, I was given the opportunity to gift the same class to someone who hadn't signed up to a CreativeLive course before.

Read the simple rules below to possibly win this course. Remember, it's only good for those who haven't signed up or ordered a CreativeLive course before. Click on “comment” to get started. I'll make a decision by May 20th). Good luck!

Tony Teaches, Thanks Profoto

Skip Cohen will probably agree that Tony Corbell's depth and breadth of knowledge closely echoes Dean Collins (who passed away in 2005). At least, that's how I see it. Tony will be hitting a bunch of cities. Catch him on tour, thanks to Profoto. For $40, this is a no-brainer, my friends. I just wish he was coming back to either Connecticut or to Boston.

Books By Tony Corbell

If you want to go truly old school and skip the online courses or the in-person opportunity mentioned above, here are a couple of books by Tony Corbell that you should pick up:

Light & Shadow: Dynamic Lighting Design for Location Portrait Photography
Basic Studio Lighting: The Photographer's Complete Guide to Professional Techniques

Interviewing Tony Corbell

When I met Tony Corbell during his CTPPA presentation, he invited me to contact and interview him for this blog. One way to let him know of your interest, is by commenting below – ask a question about lighting, have a doubt cleared whatever by posting a comment below. If I can turn around and show him that there is some interest in learning more from him, I am sure he will find the time to spare 15 minutes on Skype talking to me.

Can you think of other photographers who are both masters at their craft, know lighting and know how to teach it really well? Mention their names or better yet, drop their links in the comments section below. I'll contact them and see if they would be interested in a quick interview.

How Suzette Allen & Jon Yoshinaga Enhance Their Client’s Portrait Experience

May 13, 2016 by Seshu

Suzette Allen and her husband Jon Yoshinaga are busy photographers based in Sacramento, California. While the west coast is home, the duo are on the road several months out of the year photographing clients across the country and teaching photographers new techniques that enhance client's portrait experiences well beyond the session.

Thanks to Panasonic Lumix cameras and Bay Photo Lab, Suzette and Jon, are now offering something super special to their clients.

Hybrid Imaging – the use of video, still pictures and audio – isn't new. It's been attempted before. But not like how Suzette and Jon approach it. It would seem that technology had to grow up a bit first. Aren't you glad you are a photographer in 2016?

The Interview

Listen to our conversation below to find out more about Live Portraits:

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Learn about Talking Business Cards.

Here are the tools Suzette and Jon use to create Live Portraits.

Suzette Allen & Jon Yoshinaga Present At CTPPA

Register here for Suzette Allen's CTPPA workshop on May 17th. Scheduled from 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM, the workshop will be held at the Radisson Hotel located at 100 Berlin Road, Cromwell, Connecticut.

This event is sponsored by Bay Photo and Panasonic LumixG

More On Hybrid Imaging & Live Portraits

Still curious to know more about hybrid imaging? Watch this quick little intro Suzette Allen has put together for you:

Examples Of Suzette Allen & Jon Yoshinaga's Work

Well, will you embrace hybrid imaging and create Live Portraits for your clients?

Comment below and again, don't forget to register for the CTPPA workshop if you are within driving distance of the venue.

Andrew Hellmich’s Tips To Get Your Photo Business Exposed

May 10, 2016 by Seshu | Editor & Publisher

Looking for tips to get your photo business known in your community? Learn from Andrew Hellmich, a wedding photographer based about an hour north of Sydney, Australia.

Andrew happens to also be the host of PhotoBizXposed, a wonderful podcast aimed squarely at photographers just like you.

The Interview

The Photo Business

Andrew and I talk about:

1) How he pivoted from being a hobbyist fisherman to a professional photographer
2) Why finding what you love and doing it 100% will garner you positive results
3) What was that one important factor that influenced Andrew to start a podcast
4) His “crash-test-dummy” status in the photography industry
5) Writing blog posts for your wedding or portrait clients, from their perspective
6) The Voucher System Andrew uses to attract more portrait clients
7) The coming shift in producing more personal work in photography
8) What challenges Andrew the most as a photographer and a podcaster

Links & Resources Mentioned

PhotoBizXposed – Podcast program for photographers
Ian Wheldon, UK-based documentary wedding photographer
Gabriel Machuret, SEO expert who helped Andrew Hellmich book more beach weddings
Download Andrew's Free Ebook – How To Book More Portraits or click the graphic below!

10 Ways Photographers Can Make More Money In 2016

April 25, 2016 by Seshu | Editor & Publisher

Joy Vertz is a photographer and teacher based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

Having run a couple of successful portrait studios in that city and as a frequent speaker at trade conferences like WPPI, Joy has insights on creating profitable businesses. She is actively involved in teaching photographers through her business and pricing courses. She is a steady and welcome presence online where she has a reputation for generously sharing what she knows.

She will be sharing her expertise in running a successful portrait photography business at CTPPA's monthly meeting on April 25th (yes, today!).

A few weeks back we got to chat about pricing, business, challenges portrait studios are facing, how we can do better in 2016 and ultimately how she defines a “successful portrait studio.” It is quick but fascinating chat with one of the most erudite women I know in this business. So, don't skip it. Watch the interview now!

While you are at it, learn more about Joy's business course – Photography Business Recharge and download “The Ultimate Photography Objects Cheat Sheet” for free. Lastly, you can sign up for her 4-part video series on pricing here.

Will I see you at tonight's CTPPA presentation? Wouldn't you like to make more money in 2016? I can't wait to hear what Joy has to say and impart to all of us. And, if it is ok with Joy, after tonight's event, I will update this post with her 10 tips.

So, bookmark this post, share it with your photographer friends now.

Documenting Reality, Fearless & Framed: Marie Masse

April 12, 2016 by Seshu | Editor & Publisher

Full confession, my friends … I am obsessed with Marie Masse's website, Fearless & Framed. If you ever considered documenting reality for yourself or for your photography clients, you need to check out Marie's blog posts.

Challenges Of Documenting Reality

Highly produced portrait sessions are in vogue right now, so the challenge becomes convincing clients to sign up for a documentary session. Marie says, “The point is that somewhere, we have started to neglect taking photos that document our lives, our personality, and our connections.”

We are going to quickly evolve into a society that produces “cute” pictures that simply don't have any soul. Marie isn't advocating for the complete omission of selfies or the occasional “camera aware” portrait. She (and I wholly agree with her) is calling for more balance.

Marie double dog dares photographers to commit to creating a list of possible documentary opportunities. And if clients are still reluctant to work with you, Marie has a free PDF that outlines four easy ways to increase client demand. Here is an alternate link to the same free resource.

Fearless & Framed

Marie Masse describes her website in these words:

Fearless and Framed was built out of a vision far different than your average, trendy photography sessions. We wanted to create a place where developing and professional photographers can be freed of any rules that may be in their head about how a photo session should be.

Fearless and Framed is about leaving the props and backdrops at home. We document life and yield photos that merit tears in a mom’s eyes, warmth in a bride’s heart, and become a tangible piece of someone’s history forever to be shared.

Click the link below to receive Marie Masse's 29 page ebook, 7 Day Storyteller’s Challenge, totally free of charge.

What's in it, you are wondering? Well here you go:

1. Get off Order-Taker Mode
2. Shooting Details: Object + Human Details
3. My shooting techniques (getting clients to relax too)
4. Energizing the story through editing
5. Evaluating Your Story
6. The #1 Thing You Need in Growing into a Business
7. Getting Your Marketing Moxie

Click Here to grab the 7 Day Storyteller's Challenge ebook

Portfolio Of Documentary Photography

Shop At Fearless & Framed

The other thing that I absolutely loved about Marie's website were exactly the right resources I was looking for. I pretty much bought everything in the store! See a screenshot of my cart before I checked out.

Use this special code which is valid until July 31, 2016 – tiffinbox15 to get 15% off her store.