Inspiration Photography Photography Education How to Find Photographic Beauty in the Month of November November is an in-between month. The bright colors of autumn have slipped away, but winter hasn’t yet claimed the landscape. The skies turn heavier, the trees stand bare, and the days grow shorter. For many, it feels like a pause — but for a photographer, especially one drawn to black and white, November is a […] Written by Mark Weber November 25, 2025August 21, 2025
Business Photography Education Seed Planting into the Holidays Now is the time to share ideas for holiday gift-giving that involve photography and your skill set. But it’s not easy to get through the noise! Like many of you, I regularly wonder what happened to the America I grew up in. It doesn’t matter which side of the fight you’re on; no one can […] Written by Skip Cohen November 20, 2025November 13, 2025
Photography Photography Education Techniques How to Create Emotion Through Photographic Art I wanted to create a futuristic anatomic-like subject that could not feel or express itself. I created this image from various parts that I photographed at different locations whenever I spotted interesting pipes, gears and various metals. I assembled this image from an idea which was born from recalling the plight of the Tin Man from the […] Written by Elaine Hughes November 18, 2025November 18, 2025
Business Marketing Photography Education Time Management How to Start Planning Your Photography Business Strategy for 2026 It might feel like 2026 is still far off, but in business terms, it’s right around the corner. The most successful photographers don’t just shoot and hope—they plan with intention. A strong strategy gives your creativity direction and your business real momentum. Here’s how to start laying the groundwork now to make 2026 your best year yet. 1. Reflect […] Written by Mark Weber November 13, 2025June 26, 2025
Inspiration Photography Photography Education How to Do Creative Photography from Found Objects “Breaking Free from the Vice” was inspired by my childhood experience of watching my aunt creatively use found organic or handmade pieces. I loved visiting my Aunt’s house after school ( She lived next door) because it was more interesting than doing my homework. She was a skilled flower arranger who practiced the Japanese art […] Written by Terry Wingfield November 11, 2025July 29, 2025
Business Marketing Photography Education The Care and Feeding of Your Network “If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, go with others.” African Proverb It’s the perfect time of year to put more care into your network. The holidays provide an opportunity to keep in touch with people simply through the spirit of the season. The key here is to […] Written by Skip Cohen November 6, 2025October 14, 2025
Branding Inspiration Marketing Packaging Photography Education Why Branded Delivery Materials Matter More Than You Think As photographers, we pour our heart into every session—from planning and shooting to editing each final image with care. But what happens when it’s time to deliver the final product? Too often, that moment is treated as an afterthought. If you’re handing off your work in a plain envelope or unmarked USB drive, you’re missing […] Written by Mark Weber November 4, 2025June 26, 2025
Inspiration Photography Photography Education Techniques Flowers In a New Light While most people know me for my alien creations, I’ve also enjoyed creating several series of flower images. In the past, I’ve explored every method I could imagine for creating a new perspectives on flower photography including photographing dead flowers, baked flowers, dissected flowers, flowers with fantastical, added appendages, and even fried flowers. After several […] Written by Ella Putney Carlson October 30, 2025July 21, 2025
Holidays Marketing Photography Education How to Promote Family Sessions Close to Christmas As Christmas draws near, many photographers slow down or assume it’s too late to book more sessions—but in reality, this is a golden opportunity. Plenty of families are just now realizing they want updated photos for cards, gifts, or to document the season. With the right approach, you can fill your calendar, make some extra income, […] Written by Mark Weber October 28, 2025June 26, 2025
Business Marketing Photography Education How to Get Your Photographic Business Ready for 2026! It’s October, and while we still have the fourth quarter and holiday seasonality ahead of us, NOW is the time to be thinking about things you may want to do at the start of the new year. Why? Because time flies when you’re having a good time, and you’re hoping to be very busy leading […] Written by Skip Cohen October 23, 2025September 22, 2025
