Inspiration Photography Photography Education How to Find Inspiration for Print Competition How did this image happen you may ask? Well the simple answer is, I needed some inspiration for some competition images, and I started searching classical famous Art. Works from Michael Angelo, Picasso, and so forth. The initial thought process was what can I mimic using skeletons to create something the judges have never seen […] Written by Ken Stoecklin April 18, 2024April 18, 2024
Photography Photography Education The Story Behind a PPA Image Excellence Selection Introduction by Marathon Press Blog Editor Mark Weber M.Photog., Cr., M. Artist, CPP Whenever I look thru the PPA Image Excellence Book or Showcase Book I get inspired. It’s a huge honor to have an image selected for either of these books. When I came across an incredible portrait in the I.E. Book titled “They […] Written by Tony Gatlin April 16, 2024April 16, 2024
Inspiration Photography Photography Education Learn How Award Winning Celestial Photography is Made When I was first contacted by Marathon Press about my image, “Celestial Visitor”, I wondered why they didn’t use the full title. Then I remembered that I simplified the title for image competition! I figured if I used the real title, “The Virgin, the Watchman and the Celestial Visitor”, there was little chance that the […] Written by John Grusd April 11, 2024February 21, 2024
Business Marketing Photography Education Wedding Photography – A New Opportunity Wedding photography is alive and well after the pandemic greatly affected the ability to gather in large groups a couple of years ago. With that growth is a potential new opportunity for you to consider. The average wedding now costs almost $30,000! It’s expensive and in some cases causes couples to reevaluate the value of […] Written by Mark Weber April 9, 2024August 8, 2023
Photography Photography Education Techniques Behind the Scenes of an Award Winning Flower Image Growing up, I thought my only passion was music, any genre of music; at home, at lessons, at school, with friends, in ensembles, large symphonic groups, playing, conducting, teaching, performing. In 2005, my wife gave a Nikon D50 camera kit to me, which ignited an immediate passion to capture visual beauty. The realization that I had […] Written by Dan Johnson April 4, 2024February 20, 2024
Photography Photography Education Techniques How to Capture the Soul of the Streets Through a Lens Intro by Mark Weber M.Photog, Cr., Master Artist, CPP The heartbeat of a city comes alive through the artistry of street photography. We navigate the streets with a lens focused on capturing the soul of the city, unraveling stories hidden in the hustle and bustle, and freezing fleeting moments in time. In this case, Nancy […] Written by Nancy Rich April 2, 2024April 2, 2024
Business Inspiration Photography Education Let Go of Struggle and Get Inspired Starting a photography business is exciting. It feels incredible the first time someone gives you actual money for doing the work you love. Life doesn’t get much better than that! Eventually, however, a challenge will arise that makes you wonder if owning a business is right for you. That’s when you realize not only do your photography […] Written by Lara Grauer March 26, 2024January 16, 2024
Business Photography Education Self Publishing Self vs Traditional Publishing. Which is Better? The decision of whether to pursue self-publishing or traditional publishing for a book depends on several factors, and there is no definitive “better” option that applies universally. Each route has its own advantages and disadvantages, and what works best for one author may not be the ideal choice for another. Let’s explore some key aspects […] Written by Mark Weber March 21, 2024March 4, 2024
Photography Education Sales How to Make the Client Connection This might be a little controversial in the business mindset, but I truly believe if you want to have a meaningful, profitable, and rewarding business, it can change your world. There are so many classes that will encourage the business mindset of the hungry entrepreneur. Push. Fight. Win. Gain, gain, gain. I struggled for a […] Written by Kenzie Hunter Hokanson March 19, 2024January 15, 2024
Photography Photography Education Techniques How to Capture Award Winning Real Estate Photography I captured the “Stairway to Heaven” image during a photo shoot commissioned by a realtor, showcasing a residence in Houston’s Tanglewood neighborhood. The property boasts a stunning modern Spanish colonial revival architecture. From this shoot, I produced a total of 5-6 noteworthy images. One of them, titled “Living Space,” earned a place as a finalist […] Written by Patrick Bertolino March 14, 2024January 2, 2024
