Inspiration Techniques Finding Your Photographic Creativity There are moments in every person’s life when creativity becomes almost non-existent. You feel like you are in a rut. You don’t have that excited push to get you out of bed in the morning. It feels like you are just swimming through life instead of enjoying every second of it. This is just as […] Written by Marathon Press November 10, 2015November 10, 2015
Business Marketing Social Media How to Improve Your Instagram When most people first hear the words “Social Media” they think about posting pictures and statuses to Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. While the primary function of these sites is to stay connected with friends and family members, these sites can also be a great place for you to expand your business. In her article, “8 Ways […] Written by Marathon Press November 3, 2015November 3, 2015
Business Marketing Promote Your Photography Business Online For Free! Marketing can be a very expensive part of your business, but it doesn’t have to be. There are many places online where you can promote your business for free! The Wix blog gives a few examples of these free online marketing platforms in their article, “8 Free Places to Promote Your Photography Business Online.” A few […] Written by Marathon Press October 28, 2015October 28, 2015
Business Social Media Technology Ways To Use Your Photos On Your Website It is so important to have an online presence in this digital age. Make sure that your photos are the center of attention on your website with these five tips Wix gives you in their article, “5 Better Ways to Use Photos on Your Website.” Super-Size Your Background -“This trend towards simplicity and sending a […] Written by Marathon Press October 21, 2015October 21, 2015
Business A Photographer is… A photographer is so much more than just someone who likes to take pictures of people, places, and things. In his article, “What are the Real Responsibilities of a Professional Photographer?”, James Maher gives the five things he believes every photographer is. A photographer is an artist and storyteller A photographer is a craftsperson A […] Written by Marathon Press October 13, 2015October 13, 2015
Business The 6 P’s of Selling Stepping into the pro photography world can be a terrifying process. You are no longer taking photos just because you like to. It is now your job to sell yourself, your art and make your clients happy. In her article “The 6 P’s Of Selling,” Kulia Kelleher discusses how to succeed in your business goals with […] Written by Marathon Press October 6, 2015October 6, 2015
Business Marketing It’s Time to Take a Risk “Do not be too timid and squeamish about your actions. All life is an experiment. The more experiments you make the better. What if they are a little coarse, and you may get your coat soiled or torn? What if you do fail, and get fairly rolled in the dirt once or twice? Up again, you […] Written by Skip Cohen September 30, 2015September 30, 2015
Business Marketing Tips For Blogging Blogs are becoming more and more popular as the years progress. They are an excellent way to showcase your stunning photographs and a way to engage with current and prospective customers. But where do you begin? In his article “How to Write a (Better) Photography Blog Post,” Andy Bondurant gives six areas that every new and […] Written by Marathon Press September 22, 2015September 22, 2015
Techniques Tips For Using Props Props in photos are one of those things that will probably never go away. Seniors like to have their instruments or sports gear with them to show what they did in high school. Children love their toys and sweet treats. Newborn pictures are just not the same without a fuzzy blanket or a cute bow. […] Written by Marathon Press September 16, 2015September 16, 2015
Business Marketing Sometimes Less is More in Communication In 1988, Howard Baker was President Reagan’s Chief of Staff and an avid photographer shooting Hasselblad, Nikon and Leica. As a Hasselblad shooter, we had invited him to lunch and he ended up turning the tables on us suggesting, “Why don’t you come to my house?” Well, “my house” was the Whitehouse. During our visit, I […] Written by Skip Cohen September 8, 2015September 8, 2015
