By Bryan Sheffield, Wonderful Machine Each month, we pick one of our recent estimates to write about in a Pricing & Negotiating article. Helping photographers build estimates is one of the primary functions of our producers. Redacting the names of the photographer and client allows us to share valuable and educational information that would otherwise …
Photographer: Seth Beck Heidi: You have been scanning the 1000+ slides for the past 10 years – what did you think when you first saw all the boxes of slides?Seth: Honestly, I was ignorant of the scale of the task. I had only scanned slides in small batches before. In the end, the effort felt …
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Color Repetition Another thing you can do is purposely repeat color. Repeating color is the best way to draw a user into the frame. Having a couple walk through an autumnal wood, dressed in gold or green clothing can help to reinforce the nature theme. It also helps to make the end photo look more …
The Art of the Personal Project is a crucial element to let potential buyers see how you think creatively on your own. I am drawn to personal projects that have an interesting vision or that show something I have never seen before. In this thread, I’ll include a link to each personal project with the …
Summit Magazine Editor: Michael Levy Art Director/Photo Editor: Randall Levensaler Heidi: With a year under your belt, what are your top learnings from the past year?Michael: Making a magazine is the easy part – or at least it sometimes feels that way. Editing a magazine – from commissioning and greenlighting articles and imagery to then …
Summit Journal Editor: Michael Levy Art Director/Photo Editor: Randall Levensaler Heidi: With a year under your belt, what are your top learnings from the past year?Michael: Making a magazine is the easy part – or at least it sometimes feels that way. Editing a magazine – from commissioning and greenlighting articles and imagery to then …
Creative Angles and Movement Different angles can dramatically alter the perception of your photographs. Try shooting from high above or ground level to add uniqueness to your shots. Incorporating movement can bring dynamism to your shots. Have the model twirl, jump, or walk to capture fluid, motion-filled photos. For inspiration, consider the works of photographers …
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Now, you don’t need to hire Spielberg or go over-the-top theatrical to capture the essence of your prized circlet. We’re talking about staging that makes those rings pop—and I’ve got some creative tricks that’ll make sure they stand out as much as those unforgettable ‘I do’ moments. Let’s roll out the red carpet for those …
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Heidi: When did your passion for doing the sport of parkour/freerunning start and eventually evolve into photography as a practice?Matteo: I started practicing parkour in 2014, in my second year of high school.I started in a gym called Total Natural Training, owned by one of Milan’s oldest parkour groups: Milanmonkeys. It was newly opened at …
The Art of the Personal Project is a crucial element to let potential buyers see how you think creatively on your own. I am drawn to personal projects that have an interesting vision or that show something I have never seen before. In this thread, I’ll include a link to each personal project with the …
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