Inspiration Photography Photography Education Techniques Creating Award Winning Images with the Gear You Already Own Intro by Mark Weber, M.Photog., Cr., M.Artist. CPP, Marathon Press Whenever I seek inspiration, I open one of my PPA Image Excellence or Showcase books. The variety and quality of work from so many talented photographers never cease to amaze me. These images not only inspire me but also remind me of the high standards […] Written by Rob Moorman October 29, 2024August 21, 2024
Photography Photography Education Techniques How to Take Your Interior Photography to the Next Level I enjoy the challenge of creating panoramas. When I visited MacArthur Memorial in Norfolk, VA, the clean architectural design inspired me to try a new method taught by master photographer Andrea Phox. MacArthur Memorial is a museum and research center dedicated to the life of the famed Army General Douglas MacArthur. I began conjuring a plan […] Written by Steve Radcliffe October 17, 2024July 11, 2024
Photography Photography Education Photoshop Techniques How To Do a Light Paint Technique on an Airplane This image of a 1947 Piper Cub was created using a technique called Light Painting. This is a unique method of photography that highlights the subject in a way not possible through any other photography style or technique. It is somewhat complex because of the capture method and assembling the captures in post processing. We […] Written by Stacy Holbert July 11, 2024May 7, 2024
Photography Photography Education Techniques How to Learn Light Painting the Easy Way! How do you learn light Painting? By doing at least 50 attempts, which is what Joel Grimes suggests on how to get good at something. He’s not wrong. You learn by leaps and bounds in your first 10 attempts! But where do you start? My recommendation is to get inspired by others who have created […] Written by Mark Weber June 27, 2024August 8, 2023
Business Photography Education Product Info Self Publishing Techniques What You Need to Know About ISBN, Copyright and Library of Congress Marathon serves many clients in the area of DIY (do-it-yourself) Publishing. If you’ve entered the world of DIY Publishing, you’ve probably already heard about an ISBN or International Standard Book Number. If not, here’s some helpful information. Note: I have curated this information from their respective sources: RR Bowker, US Copyright Office and Library of […] Written by Martin Pugh May 2, 2024May 2, 2024
Photography Photography Education Techniques Unveiling Proven Techniques for Stunning Wildlife Photography This image was captured in August of 2023 during the dry season when wildlife seek out waterholes. It is one of a series of images of young elephants interacting with, and nursing around the elephant herd. This unique perspective was made possible by utilization of an underground “hide”. There are several such “hides” scattered around Africa. The “hides” […] Written by Marvin Groves April 30, 2024February 27, 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
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
