There is a newer online education community out there, created by portrait and wedding photographer Jerry Ghionis. At The Ice Society you can join in challenges, send your photographs in for critiques by Jerry and other educators, view online video workshops and so much more. Jerry hosts regular online chats and in-person workshops as well. I was given the opportunity … [Read more...]
Poll Results: 15 Tips for Beginner Street Photographers – What are your do’s & dont’s?
Today's question on Twitter was:"Street Photographers, what tips do you have for a beginner starting out in this area of photography? What are your do's & don'ts?" The following replies were received from both professional & amateur street photographers: "my tip would be dont acknowledge the person you are shooting. You need them to be unaware you are there..." - … [Read more...]
The 3 Essential Steps for Photography SEO
First, a caveat: this post is designed for photographers who are trying to succeed in the business of photography, not for general photography enthusiasts. It's opportunistic in the sense that it's designed to get maximum business impact (attention, clients, sales) from the minimum amount of effort. In my work with hundreds of photographers, I've found that doing just a few … [Read more...]
Learning : Manfrotto School of Excellence
The end of March will see the launch of a new online tutorial platform called the Manfrotto School of Excellence, which will allow users to log on and access the experience and know-how of the world’s most famous photographers and videographers. Featuring photographers such as Bill Frakes, Roberto Bigano, Joe McNally, Ami Elsius, Drew Gardner, Joe McNally, Marc de … [Read more...]
Six Reasons for Photography in Education
Over the last six months I have been turning my attention to Photography both as a personal development project and also as an education focus within school. There are massive learning opportunities within the whole area of photography. My interest in photography is no secret in school at in September I was approached by two pupils about starting a Photography Club. With the … [Read more...]