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
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 Crafting Creativity: A Love Story with Innovation and Imagination At times, I do wonder where does creativity come from? It stuck for sure when I created Gaming with the Queen, and it was recognized when that image was honored with IE in PPA print competition. In fact, the Image Excellence achievement was the result of my long relationship with creativity that started with my […] Written by Ellen Goddard Jacques March 28, 2024February 5, 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
Photography Photography Education Techniques How to Turn Splash Photography Into Awards Timing is everything. Splash photography is all about timing. My image “Coca-Cola with a Splash of Orange” is 10 years in the making. In photography, we learn to time our shots right to capture the best images. I love capturing the movement of water, each shot is unique. Splash photography can be messy and challenging, […] Written by Karissa Blunck March 7, 2024December 7, 2023
Inspiration Photography Photography Education Techniques A Look into the Creative Mind Intro by Mark Weber I’ve always been passionate about print competition. I’ve learned so much from the inspiration of others’ creativity. Working at Marathon Press where we have the great privilege of producing the Image Excellence and Show Books in coordination with the Professional Photographers of America, has been nothing short of awe-inspiring. Understanding the […] Written by Nichole Manner February 27, 2024February 27, 2024
Photography Photography Education Techniques The Reward of Getting It In the Camera I was stuck. PPA and its affiliate competitions have given me the skills and direction I needed to create work that I am proud to say is my own. I take that knowledge into the camera room with me every day as I consider what best conveys my vision along with my client’s desires. Image competition has […] Written by Dawn Muncy February 20, 2024November 28, 2023
