Sep 30, 2024
When we think about creating our style as a photographer (or any creative professional) what we intially think is that we have to niche down who our core market is and the type of work we will be focusing on. And we are not wrong to think that.
But surprisingly, there is actually a tremendous amount more we can do to...
Sep 25, 2024
In this episode of The Beyond the Image podcast, host James Patrick reviews his recomended camera settings for a variety of various situational photo shoots.
From in studio portraits to on location action photos to window lit natural light photos. James reviews each scenario and gives his recommended settings for ISO,...
Sep 18, 2024
"What do you charge" is a quesiton that can immediately generate a lot of panic for any photorapher. The fear is that the client is immediately trying to frame your pricing so they can find a potentially cheaper service provider. And likely, you may not be wrong.
But what about those times when a genuine client...
Sep 13, 2024
In over two decades as a professional photographer, I've spent more than I will ever admit on photo gear. From cameras to lenses, from modifiers to lights, from tripods to c-stands and from computers to editing softwares.
In this episode of Beyond the Image, I spill the tea on all my favorite pieces of gear I've ever...
Sep 4, 2024
Short answer: VERY
I've spent over 20 years working in print media and even own two magazines. So you can say I have a vested interest in this topic and this industry.
I want to deep dive into how magazines got themselves into the hole they have with subscribers and with advertisers.
Also I will explore what, if...