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Welcome To Digital Photographer Annual

With the soaring accessibility of image-sharing platforms, the popularity of digital photography shows no sign of waning. We all want to see the awe-inspiring sights, treasured memories and stunning compositions of our family and friends. But whether you are a grass roots amateur, an aspiring expert or even a paid professional, there are always new tricks to be learned. Digital Photographer Annual collates all the best advice for newbies and veterans looking to realise their creative ambitions. Start by unveiling our top industry secrets, before finding inspiration from seasoned professionals who specialise in fields varying from food to fashion. Next, our in-depth guides tackle techniques for shooting specific subjects (from wildlife to portraits) and effects (from macro to mono). Lastly, learn how to overcome the competition with insightful step-by-step career…

Welcome To Digital Photographer Annual

With the soaring accessibility of image-sharing platforms, the popularity of digital photography shows no sign of waning. We all want to see the awe-inspiring sights, treasured memories and stunning compositions of our family and friends. But whether you are a grass roots amateur, an aspiring expert or even a paid professional, there are always new tricks to be learned. Digital Photographer Annual collates all the best advice for newbies and veterans looking to realise their creative ambitions. Start by unveiling our top industry secrets, before finding inspiration from seasoned professionals who specialise in fields varying from food to fashion. Next, our in-depth guides tackle techniques for shooting specific subjects (from wildlife to portraits) and effects (from macro to mono). Lastly, learn how to overcome the competition with insightful step-by-step career…

GUIDE TO GETTING PERFECT SHOTS

Photography is a continual learning process. No matter how good you think you are, or how many years you’ve been shooting, you can get better. There will always be new subjects to shoot, techniques to try and technology to master. However, that’s no bad thing, because if it were easy, everyone would be a master photographer and we’d lose interest very quickly. What makes photography so inspiring and challenging is that it’s actually quite difficult to take great pictures. Despite the amazing digital technology we all have access to these days, photography will always be a creative process. You can buy the best camera in the world, equip yourself with an arsenal of lenses and every gizmo that’s out there, but at the end of the day, the success of…

GUIDE TO GETTING PERFECT SHOTS

Eye from the skies

London-based aerial and landscape photographer Timo Lieber (www.timolieber.com) has travelled amazingly far in the last two years and his industry success is even more impressive when you consider how recent his introduction to the imaging world has been. “It started several years ago with me picking up my first DSLR,” Lieber says. “Once I realised what it allowed me to achieve I was instantly hooked.” Since 2013, Lieber has gained recognition in competitions such as the prestigious Wildlife Photographer of the Year and Landscape Photographer of the Year, as well as National Geographic’s Traveller photo contest. There’s no doubt his technique is masterful, but it’s the way he views the world that truly leaves viewers entranced. “Although captured in every finest detail, the subjects of my large-scale photographs are often…

Eye from the skies

GUIDE TO GETTING PERFECT SHOTS

Photography is a continual learning process. No matter how good you think you are, or how many years you’ve been shooting, you can get better. There will always be new subjects to shoot, techniques to try and technology to master. However, that’s no bad thing, because if it were easy, everyone would be a master photographer and we’d lose interest very quickly. What makes photography so inspiring and challenging is that it’s actually quite difficult to take great pictures. Despite the amazing digital technology we all have access to these days, photography will always be a creative process. You can buy the best camera in the world, equip yourself with an arsenal of lenses and every gizmo that’s out there, but at the end of the day, the success of every…

GUIDE TO GETTING PERFECT SHOTS

Eye from the skies

London-based aerial and landscape photographer Timo Lieber (www.timolieber.com) has travelled amazingly far in the last two years and his industry success is even more impressive when you consider how recent his introduction to the imaging world has been. “It started several years ago with me picking up my first DSLR,” Lieber says. “Once I realised what it allowed me to achieve I was instantly hooked.” Since 2013, Lieber has gained recognition in competitions such as the prestigious Wildlife Photographer of the Year and Landscape Photographer of the Year, as well as National Geographic’s Traveller photo contest. There’s no doubt his technique is masterful, but it’s the way he views the world that truly leaves viewers entranced. “Although captured in every finest detail, the subjects of my large-scale photographs are often shrouded…

Eye from the skies

LIGHT AND COLOUR

Based in Switzerland, half-Italian photographer Fabio Antenore is a relative newcomer to the professional photography scene. Having only picked up a camera for the first time three years ago after working as a musician, audio advisor and audio engineer, apart from teaching Thai boxing once a week, Antenore’s mind is now completely focused on his photography career. What was your introduction to photography? I’ve only been photographing for about three years, and only intensively for about a year and a half. In the beginning I photographed mostly lost places, but now I do mostly landscapes or sometimes macro or fashion. I spend every second I have on photography. Someday I would like to be one of the best, and for that I have to work as hard as I can!…

LIGHT AND COLOUR

LIGHT AND COLOUR

Based in Switzerland, half-Italian photographer Fabio Antenore is a relative newcomer to the professional photography scene. Having only picked up a camera for the first time three years ago after working as a musician, audio advisor and audio engineer, apart from teaching Thai boxing once a week, Antenore’s mind is now completely focused on his photography career. What was your introduction to photography? I’ve only been photographing for about three years, and only intensively for about a year and a half. In the beginning I photographed mostly lost places, but now I do mostly landscapes or sometimes macro or fashion. I spend every second I have on photography. Someday I would like to be one of the best, and for that I have to work as hard as I can! For my…

LIGHT AND COLOUR

With a burgeoning online reputation for stunning, atmospheric wildlife images, Pedro Jarque Krebs is crafting his own identity in a competitive field. In this interview, he discusses his inspirations and techniques. You’re principally known for your wildlife images. What was it that first attracted you to working in this genre? Animals are endless models. They are so different and unique from each other that they offer unlimited possibilities to work with many shapes, types of light, shadows and expressions. What’s really fascinating about working with animals is that they are so spontaneous. What kit are you currently working with? Is there anything you plan to buy in the future? Right now I am working with Canon equipment, obviously digital, and the one I currently use is a Canon EOS 5D…

To see more of Fox’s work, visit his Instagram and Twitter (@_andyfox), and check out his portfolio at www.500px.com/andy-fox, or visit his Facebook at www.facebook.com/andy.fox.globalstoryteller. The immediacy of capturing a splitsecond during sports is something that polarises photographers – you either love it, or you hate it. For professional sports photographer Andy Fox (www.andy-fox.com), there’s nothing better than freezing the action – and there’s simply no better place than in the roaring seas. What was your introduction to photography? Have you always taken photographs? When I was ten years old, I frequently visited the Mediterranean with my grandparents in the summer vacations. I was passionate about jumping into the waves, diving under and bodysurfing until the break of night, and my nostrils would be stuffed with sand. My grandpa trustingly…

With a burgeoning online reputation for stunning, atmospheric wildlife images, Pedro Jarque Krebs is crafting his own identity in a competitive field. In this interview, he discusses his inspirations and techniques. You’re principally known for your wildlife images. What was it that first attracted you to working in this genre? Animals are endless models. They are so different and unique from each other that they offer unlimited possibilities to work with many shapes, types of light, shadows and expressions. What’s really fascinating about working with animals is that they are so spontaneous. What kit are you currently working with? Is there anything you plan to buy in the future? Right now I am working with Canon equipment, obviously digital, and the one I currently use is a Canon EOS 5D Mark III. There are…

To see more of Fox’s work, visit his Instagram and Twitter (@_andyfox), and check out his portfolio at www.500px.com/andy-fox, or visit his Facebook at www.facebook.com/andy.fox.globalstoryteller. The immediacy of capturing a splitsecond during sports is something that polarises photographers – you either love it, or you hate it. For professional sports photographer Andy Fox (www.andy-fox.com), there’s nothing better than freezing the action – and there’s simply no better place than in the roaring seas. What was your introduction to photography? Have you always taken photographs? When I was ten years old, I frequently visited the Mediterranean with my grandparents in the summer vacations. I was passionate about jumping into the waves, diving under and bodysurfing until the break of night, and my nostrils would be stuffed with sand. My grandpa trustingly handed me over…

Few photographers can claim to be qualified electrical engineers with a PhD in molecular biology, but Matthias Hombauer (www.howtobecomearockstarphotographer.com) certainly can. “After years of frustration with my job and life situation I realised that I wasn’t going to be happy for the rest of my life with it. Instead I decided to follow my two passions instead: music and photography,” he explains. “I have been a music lover ever since the first Guns N’ Roses concert I saw at the age of 13. I got my first camera when I was 28 years old and started to shoot concerts in small clubs without any professional photography training. I soon realised that music photography was the way I wanted to go in the future. So, I invested in some camera gear…

FASHION PHOTOGRAPHY ON A BUDGET

Fashion portraits can often appear as though they demanded a considerable team of stylists, lighting technicians and photographic assistants – not to mention an expansive wardrobe – but with the right approach it’s possible to create portrait images that have an appealingly, high-end look to them without the need for a big budget. Flick through any glossy magazine and you’ll find a wealth of distinctive fashion portraits. They’re easy to identify, as they’re all constructed from a combination of carefully considered elements that gel together to create an image that sells a particular lifestyle. With the right forethought, planning and approach, it’s actually relatively simple to shoot high-end portraits befitting of a fashion title – and you don’t need any expensive gear, either. Over the next few pages, you’ll learn…

FASHION PHOTOGRAPHY ON A BUDGET

Few photographers can claim to be qualified electrical engineers with a PhD in molecular biology, but Matthias Hombauer (www.howtobecomearockstarphotographer.com) certainly can. “After years of frustration with my job and life situation I realised that I wasn’t going to be happy for the rest of my life with it. Instead I decided to follow my two passions instead: music and photography,” he explains. “I have been a music lover ever since the first Guns N’ Roses concert I saw at the age of 13. I got my first camera when I was 28 years old and started to shoot concerts in small clubs without any professional photography training. I soon realised that music photography was the way I wanted to go in the future. So, I invested in some camera gear…

FASHION PHOTOGRAPHY ON A BUDGET

Fashion portraits can often appear as though they demanded a considerable team of stylists, lighting technicians and photographic assistants – not to mention an expansive wardrobe – but with the right approach it’s possible to create portrait images that have an appealingly, high-end look to them without the need for a big budget. Flick through any glossy magazine and you’ll find a wealth of distinctive fashion portraits. They’re easy to identify, as they’re all constructed from a combination of carefully considered elements that gel together to create an image that sells a particular lifestyle. With the right forethought, planning and approach, it’s actually relatively simple to shoot high-end portraits befitting of a fashion title – and you don’t need any expensive gear, either. Over the next few pages, you’ll learn how to…

FASHION PHOTOGRAPHY ON A BUDGET

Nikon ambassador Mark Pain is a multiaward-winning sports photographer with years of experience. He won Olympic Photographer of the Year in 2012 and he geared up to shoot at the 2016 Rio Olympics. Have you always been interested in photography? My first memories of having an interest in photography go back to when I was about ten years old. I remember being on a school holiday summer activity camp and being given a fixed-lens Kodak 126 film camera to use for the day. We had to go to our local park and come back with a variety of different images. Later in the week we had the opportunity to print some of the black-and-white pictures we had taken in a darkroom. To this day I can remember the smell of…

Nikon ambassador Mark Pain is a multiaward-winning sports photographer with years of experience. He won Olympic Photographer of the Year in 2012 and he geared up to shoot at the 2016 Rio Olympics. Have you always been interested in photography? My first memories of having an interest in photography go back to when I was about ten years old. I remember being on a school holiday summer activity camp and being given a fixed-lens Kodak 126 film camera to use for the day. We had to go to our local park and come back with a variety of different images. Later in the week we had the opportunity to print some of the black-and-white pictures we had taken in a darkroom. To this day I can remember the smell of the trays…

How to shoot FINE ART BLACK & WHITE

Unlike some aspects of photography, fine art is something that’s somewhat difficult to define and it’s a topic that’s open to different definitions. For some, the key word is art; this is a field that places much more emphasis than is perhaps more usual on the idea of artistic expression through photography. In other words, if general photography is inherently about the literal depiction of something – a truthful record of a person, place or event – fine art photography is often about the photographer’s unashamedly personal, artistic expression, in which a photographic image just happens to be the primary medium. Typically, the veracious depiction of the subject isn’t the primary aim in much fine art photography; in fact, the who, what, where, when and why of the image is…

How to shoot FINE ART BLACK & WHITE

How to shoot FINE ART BLACK & WHITE

Unlike some aspects of photography, fine art is something that’s somewhat difficult to define and it’s a topic that’s open to different definitions. For some, the key word is art; this is a field that places much more emphasis than is perhaps more usual on the idea of artistic expression through photography. In other words, if general photography is inherently about the literal depiction of something – a truthful record of a person, place or event – fine art photography is often about the photographer’s unashamedly personal, artistic expression, in which a photographic image just happens to be the primary medium. Typically, the veracious depiction of the subject isn’t the primary aim in much fine art photography; in fact, the who, what, where, when and why of the image is…

How to shoot FINE ART BLACK & WHITE

VITAL KIT TRICKS FOR MACRO

Once you’ve entered the fascinating world of macro photography, you will soon find yourself hooked on capturing intricate details of the everyday that can’t normally be seen with the naked eye. With the huge advancements in digital photography, it’s now possible to get closer to subjects than ever before, but that isn’t to say the genre isn’t challenging. The technical nature of macro can make it seem daunting at first, however there’s no reason you can’t get superb results without hoards of specialised gear. In this feature, we’ll start by exploring the difference between closeup, macro and micro photography, as well as the best kit for achieving each level of magnification. Investing in glass for extreme macro shots can be a confusing and expensive endeavour, so read on to gain…

VITAL KIT TRICKS FOR MACRO

CAPTURE STUNNING CUISINE

Nothing appeals to the senses quite like food photography. Not only do final images need to cook up a visual splendour, but should also transmit the feelings, textures, colours and even scents of the dishes too. Thanks to the revolution in blogging and smartphone cameras, there are now millions of images of perfect, squarecropped images of breakfast, lunch and dinner out there. Of course, it’s more important to know how to use your equipment than to have the most expensive camera model, but we’ve got plenty of handy kit suggestions to help you tuck in. A professionally curated photo of a meal can make the senses go wild, but you need plenty of experience and skill to create the most lipsmacking results. Understanding the qualities of different light sources is…

CAPTURE STUNNING CUISINE

VITAL KIT TRICKS FOR MACRO

Once you’ve entered the fascinating world of macro photography, you will soon find yourself hooked on capturing intricate details of the everyday that can’t normally be seen with the naked eye. With the huge advancements in digital photography, it’s now possible to get closer to subjects than ever before, but that isn’t to say the genre isn’t challenging. The technical nature of macro can make it seem daunting at first, however there’s no reason you can’t get superb results without hoards of specialised gear. In this feature, we’ll start by exploring the difference between closeup, macro and micro photography, as well as the best kit for achieving each level of magnification. Investing in glass for extreme macro shots can be a confusing and expensive endeavour, so read on to gain an understanding…

VITAL KIT TRICKS FOR MACRO

ESSENTIAL SKILLS FOR URBAN PHOTOGRAPHY

Although the word ‘city’ often conjures up imagery of towering skyscrapers, grey concrete and messy streets, the metropolitan environment is truly bursting with photogenic potential if you know where to look and how to make the most of it. Even for experienced photographers, urban spaces inevitably come with their own set of challenges, and you might even find certain photogenic spots are off-limits to you as a photographer. If traditional architecture is your calling, we’ll show you how to use a tilt-shift lens to eliminate distortion and depict man-made structures with precision. Alternatively, let your artistic imagination run wild and focus solely on the textures and shapes of buildings. If you stay shooting as dusk draws in, you’ll enjoy the transformation of the urban landscape as the street lights turn…

ESSENTIAL SKILLS FOR URBAN PHOTOGRAPHY

CAPTURE STUNNING CUISINE

Nothing appeals to the senses quite like food photography. Not only do final images need to cook up a visual splendour, but should also transmit the feelings, textures, colours and even scents of the dishes too. Thanks to the revolution in blogging and smartphone cameras, there are now millions of images of perfect, squarecropped images of breakfast, lunch and dinner out there. Of course, it’s more important to know how to use your equipment than to have the most expensive camera model, but we’ve got plenty of handy kit suggestions to help you tuck in. A professionally curated photo of a meal can make the senses go wild, but you need plenty of experience and skill to create the most lipsmacking results. Understanding the qualities of different light sources is crucial…

CAPTURE STUNNING CUISINE

NATURAL PORTRAITS

Candid portraiture is often thought of as being mostly related to street photography, in which there is truly no interaction between the subject and the photographer. However, many of the very best planned portraits are made to appear as if they are entirely spontaneous through the skill and patience of the photographer. It may appear easy, but it demands considerable skill to stand in front of your subject and capture a portrait that appears spontaneous. Natural portrait photography is about capturing those fleeting moments of reality that make a refreshing change from the posed positions and forced smiles associated with standard portrait sessions. It’s about capturing those in-between moments where you reach into your subject’s personality and create an image that truly reflects who they are. Some portrait photographers become…

NATURAL PORTRAITS

ESSENTIAL SKILLS FOR URBAN PHOTOGRAPHY

Although the word ‘city’ often conjures up imagery of towering skyscrapers, grey concrete and messy streets, the metropolitan environment is truly bursting with photogenic potential if you know where to look and how to make the most of it. Even for experienced photographers, urban spaces inevitably come with their own set of challenges, and you might even find certain photogenic spots are off-limits to you as a photographer. If traditional architecture is your calling, we’ll show you how to use a tilt-shift lens to eliminate distortion and depict man-made structures with precision. Alternatively, let your artistic imagination run wild and focus solely on the textures and shapes of buildings. If you stay shooting as dusk draws in, you’ll enjoy the transformation of the urban landscape as the street lights turn on, and there…

ESSENTIAL SKILLS FOR URBAN PHOTOGRAPHY

CAPTURE VIVID VISTAS

Let’s face it: one of the things that most impresses us about a landscape is often its colour and one of photography’s greatest challenges is doing these hues and tones justice. The very first thing that comes to mind of course is location. But how do you choose? What factors come into play when selecting your shooting subject? In this feature we’ll help you discover the elements necessary to a location that make a landscape really pop. That’s only the first step. Now that you’ve found your perfect location, what do you do with it? How do you convey the true vibrance of the scene in a photograph? This is where your shooting techniques come into play. We’ll delve into what techniques to use in the field to bring out…

CAPTURE VIVID VISTAS

NATURAL PORTRAITS

Candid portraiture is often thought of as being mostly related to street photography, in which there is truly no interaction between the subject and the photographer. However, many of the very best planned portraits are made to appear as if they are entirely spontaneous through the skill and patience of the photographer. It may appear easy, but it demands considerable skill to stand in front of your subject and capture a portrait that appears spontaneous. Natural portrait photography is about capturing those fleeting moments of reality that make a refreshing change from the posed positions and forced smiles associated with standard portrait sessions. It’s about capturing those in-between moments where you reach into your subject’s personality and create an image that truly reflects who they are. Some portrait photographers become true masters…

NATURAL PORTRAITS

SHOOT BENEATH THE SURFACE

Adventurous photographers have long yearned to submerge their cameras in the deep blue sea and explore the potential that the underwater world can offer. Whether you’re diving the mystical depths of the ocean in pursuit of an elusive fish, or crafting a disarming fashion shoot in a local pool, in the next few pages you will discover the essential tips and techniques you need to succeed. Tough action cameras have made this genre more accessible, but even more professional results can be achieved by using your own DSLR with a waterproof housing kit. One of the greatest challenges you’ll face underwater is exposing a scene effectively, and it’s important to understand the way that light plays out under the surface. In this feature, you’ll learn the shooting skills required for…

SHOOT BENEATH THE SURFACE

CAPTURE VIVID VISTAS

Let’s face it: one of the things that most impresses us about a landscape is often its colour and one of photography’s greatest challenges is doing these hues and tones justice. The very first thing that comes to mind of course is location. But how do you choose? What factors come into play when selecting your shooting subject? In this feature we’ll help you discover the elements necessary to a location that make a landscape really pop. That’s only the first step. Now that you’ve found your perfect location, what do you do with it? How do you convey the true vibrance of the scene in a photograph? This is where your shooting techniques come into play. We’ll delve into what techniques to use in the field to bring out the ultimate brilliance…

CAPTURE VIVID VISTAS

SHOOT BENEATH THE SURFACE

Adventurous photographers have long yearned to submerge their cameras in the deep blue sea and explore the potential that the underwater world can offer. Whether you’re diving the mystical depths of the ocean in pursuit of an elusive fish, or crafting a disarming fashion shoot in a local pool, in the next few pages you will discover the essential tips and techniques you need to succeed. Tough action cameras have made this genre more accessible, but even more professional results can be achieved by using your own DSLR with a waterproof housing kit. One of the greatest challenges you’ll face underwater is exposing a scene effectively, and it’s important to understand the way that light plays out under the surface. In this feature, you’ll learn the shooting skills required for stunning results, including…

SHOOT BENEATH THE SURFACE

UNDERSTAND & CONTROL DEPTH OF FIELD

Depth of field is one of those thorny subjects that all serious photographers use in practice but which can often be misunderstood or confused. Part of the reason for this is that it seems superficially straightforward, and hence it is easy to overlook many of its nuances. Roughly speaking, shallow depth of field is achieved by using a wide aperture, such as f2.8, while extended depth of field is achieved by using a narrow aperture, somewhere around f16 or f22. These essentials work and you can get quite a long way without thinking too far beyond this – to the extent that it’s pretty easy to take depth of field almost entirely for granted, and ignore the possibility that there’s an aspect of how it works that you may be…

UNDERSTAND & CONTROL DEPTH OF FIELD

UNDERSTAND & CONTROL DEPTH OF FIELD

Depth of field is one of those thorny subjects that all serious photographers use in practice but which can often be misunderstood or confused. Part of the reason for this is that it seems superficially straightforward, and hence it is easy to overlook many of its nuances. Roughly speaking, shallow depth of field is achieved by using a wide aperture, such as f2.8, while extended depth of field is achieved by using a narrow aperture, somewhere around f16 or f22. These essentials work and you can get quite a long way without thinking too far beyond this – to the extent that it’s pretty easy to take depth of field almost entirely for granted, and ignore the possibility that there’s an aspect of how it works that you may be…

UNDERSTAND & CONTROL DEPTH OF FIELD

SHOOT ONE-SHOT STORIES

Documentary photographers, press photographers and street photographers have a tough job to do. Their stock-in-trade is the unpredictable, the spontaneous and, often, the controversial. Landscape photographers can check the weather forecast or consult an app to gain a sense of the shooting conditions to expect, but when you don’t precisely know what you’ll be photographing you need to have the confidence to think on your feet and adapt to what is unfolding in front of you. Developing an instinct for identifying the type of image that can tell a story is an important skill, but so too is the ability to make your camera an extension of yourself so that you can reliably react to what’s happening in front of you and achieve a fairly high success rate. When your…

SHOOT ONE-SHOT STORIES

Capture Family Portraits

If you’re like the majority of other aspiring photographers, at some point in your life you’ve probably had a go at capturing images of your nearest and dearest. Immortalising friends and relatives in photographs is something we all like to do in order to remember the special people in our lives and so that we can reflect and reminisce about them in the future. Although just about anyone can take a simple snap of the people they care about, it takes a lot more thought and skill to capture truly breathtaking portrait images. If you’re looking to do just that, then you’ve certainly come to the right place. Over the next few pages, we’re going to be delving into the world of family and group portraiture and shedding some light…

Capture Family Portraits

SHOOT ONE-SHOT STORIES

Documentary photographers, press photographers and street photographers have a tough job to do. Their stock-in-trade is the unpredictable, the spontaneous and, often, the controversial. Landscape photographers can check the weather forecast or consult an app to gain a sense of the shooting conditions to expect, but when you don’t precisely know what you’ll be photographing you need to have the confidence to think on your feet and adapt to what is unfolding in front of you. Developing an instinct for identifying the type of image that can tell a story is an important skill, but so too is the ability to make your camera an extension of yourself so that you can reliably react to what’s happening in front of you and achieve a fairly high success rate. When your subject…

SHOOT ONE-SHOT STORIES

Capture Family Portraits

If you’re like the majority of other aspiring photographers, at some point in your life you’ve probably had a go at capturing images of your nearest and dearest. Immortalising friends and relatives in photographs is something we all like to do in order to remember the special people in our lives and so that we can reflect and reminisce about them in the future. Although just about anyone can take a simple snap of the people they care about, it takes a lot more thought and skill to capture truly breathtaking portrait images. If you’re looking to do just that, then you’ve certainly come to the right place. Over the next few pages, we’re going to be delving into the world of family and group portraiture and shedding some light on…

Capture Family Portraits

10 ways to build a stunning press portfolio

Press photography: like surfing, plastering or spinning a basketball on your finger, it’s often much harder than it looks. There are multiple factors to take into consideration and often barely any time to do so, but the following points should set you in the right direction. 1 Consider your kit The good news is that with press work, less can be more. Travelling light and not being burdened with mountains of kit can mean you’ll be able to react faster and get your desired shot. In addition to a DSLR body, the essential optics include a 70-200mm, which is the press photographer’s workhorse lens. It’s absolutely invaluable for everything from sports photography to court cases and portraiture. If you’re serious about getting your shots back to picture desks and agencies…

10 ways to build a stunning press portfolio

Market yourself on Instagram

When you’re looking to build your photography business, the first bit of advice you’ll be given is to brand it appropriately. Where this might have once meant carting a printed portfolio round to potential clients, in the digital age marketing yourself means your online presence. Social media and integration with your website is crucial to brand building, but it’s easy to feel overwhelmed by the sheer amount of platforms out there for spreading your wings. What methods are worth your time and which might actually have the opposite effect and harm your brand? Over the next few pages you’ll discover the pros and cons of Instagram to help you decide whether it’s the right platform for boosting your photographic career. Instagram was once viewed as a gimmick for smartphone users,…

Market yourself on Instagram

10 ways to build a stunning press portfolio

Press photography: like surfing, plastering or spinning a basketball on your finger, it’s often much harder than it looks. There are multiple factors to take into consideration and often barely any time to do so, but the following points should set you in the right direction. 1 Consider your kit The good news is that with press work, less can be more. Travelling light and not being burdened with mountains of kit can mean you’ll be able to react faster and get your desired shot. In addition to a DSLR body, the essential optics include a 70-200mm, which is the press photographer’s workhorse lens. It’s absolutely invaluable for everything from sports photography to court cases and portraiture. If you’re serious about getting your shots back to picture desks and agencies as quickly…

10 ways to build a stunning press portfolio

10 habits of successful photographers

The definition of success is different for everyone, but there’s no doubt that some photographers are always fully booked, brimming with new ideas and able to overcome adversity, while others struggle to get their portfolio off the ground. Although it’s easy to think that luck plays a part, in truth the most skilled or wellequipped photographers aren’t always the most sought-after. Over the next few pages we’ll uncover the common traits of accomplished professionals, as they share their insights into what makes their talents seem effortless. Fortunately, many of these habits can be learned over time, although you’ll also need optimism and plenty of patience before you start to see the results of your hard work. High achievers understand how to blend a strong head for business with their visual…

10 habits of successful photographers

Market yourself on Instagram

When you’re looking to build your photography business, the first bit of advice you’ll be given is to brand it appropriately. Where this might have once meant carting a printed portfolio round to potential clients, in the digital age marketing yourself means your online presence. Social media and integration with your website is crucial to brand building, but it’s easy to feel overwhelmed by the sheer amount of platforms out there for spreading your wings. What methods are worth your time and which might actually have the opposite effect and harm your brand? Over the next few pages you’ll discover the pros and cons of Instagram to help you decide whether it’s the right platform for boosting your photographic career. Instagram was once viewed as a gimmick for smartphone users, but it’s…

Market yourself on Instagram

Construct a career in architecture

In a world where mobile cameras and sharing apps such as Instagram are becoming more popular than ever, architectural photography also appears to have become more mainstream and prevalent. Even if the lines of the genre might be blurring, there’s a distinct difference between what makes a wellexecuted, technical shot of a construction and a pretty building scene. The professionals who make a living photographing man-made structures spend hours navigating a building to find its best angle, orientation and perspective, and right from the off you’ll need plenty of patience. No matter where you are in the world however, there’s never a shortage of new developments, and with the rising number of clients needing photos taken of their shiny buildings and real estate, the career of an image-maker in this…

Construct a career in architecture

10 habits of successful photographers

The definition of success is different for everyone, but there’s no doubt that some photographers are always fully booked, brimming with new ideas and able to overcome adversity, while others struggle to get their portfolio off the ground. Although it’s easy to think that luck plays a part, in truth the most skilled or wellequipped photographers aren’t always the most sought-after. Over the next few pages we’ll uncover the common traits of accomplished professionals, as they share their insights into what makes their talents seem effortless. Fortunately, many of these habits can be learned over time, although you’ll also need optimism and plenty of patience before you start to see the results of your hard work. High achievers understand how to blend a strong head for business with their visual creativity, but…

10 habits of successful photographers

Shoot for the skies

Photographers have dreamt of taking their cameras into the air since the dawn of the medium, and today thanks to the massive technical leaps in aircraft, digital cameras and drones, commercial aerial photography is a bigger business than ever before. Want to grab your own slice of the action and forge a career recording stunning images from above? Whether you aspire to capture property, industry or to take an abstract, fine-art approach, the most obvious challenge is to take off in the first place, and for this reason it’s not one of the most accessible genres to try out on a budget. However, if you’ve got a love for all things flying and a logistical approach, alongside the willingness to invest a little time and money, there’s no reason you…

Shoot for the skies

Construct a career in architecture

In a world where mobile cameras and sharing apps such as Instagram are becoming more popular than ever, architectural photography also appears to have become more mainstream and prevalent. Even if the lines of the genre might be blurring, there’s a distinct difference between what makes a wellexecuted, technical shot of a construction and a pretty building scene. The professionals who make a living photographing man-made structures spend hours navigating a building to find its best angle, orientation and perspective, and right from the off you’ll need plenty of patience. No matter where you are in the world however, there’s never a shortage of new developments, and with the rising number of clients needing photos taken of their shiny buildings and real estate, the career of an image-maker in this field…

Construct a career in architecture

Shoot for the skies

Photographers have dreamt of taking their cameras into the air since the dawn of the medium, and today thanks to the massive technical leaps in aircraft, digital cameras and drones, commercial aerial photography is a bigger business than ever before. Want to grab your own slice of the action and forge a career recording stunning images from above? Whether you aspire to capture property, industry or to take an abstract, fine-art approach, the most obvious challenge is to take off in the first place, and for this reason it’s not one of the most accessible genres to try out on a budget. However, if you’ve got a love for all things flying and a logistical approach, alongside the willingness to invest a little time and money, there’s no reason you can’t…

Shoot for the skies

Find inspiration all around you

In the digital age of mass media and online photo communities, it can be easy to feel like every photo concept has been tried already. Keeping your craft innovative is always a challenge; coming up with fresh ideas is the key to success, and remaining enthusiastic about your work is essential for providing viewers and clients with something that they can’t get elsewhere. Of course, for the professional image-maker, gleaning stimulus from other photography is a natural place to start, but there’s a definite temptation to emulate what you see rather than dare to strike out with your own concepts. The web has made it easier to access a wealth of motivating material without even having to leave the house, but over the next few pages you’ll discover the many…

Find inspiration all around you

Crowdfund your photo projects

Photography is an undeniably expensive venture, and for some visual creatives the hardest part of the job isn’t coming up with fresh ideas, but affording to realise them. If you’ve looked into financing your own projects, you’re likely to have come across the big-name crowdfunding platforms such as Kickstarter and Indiegogo. The premise is simple; you set up a campaign page with a monetary target and time frame for your intended venture, then receive many small amounts of money from a large number of people, or backers. Sound too good to be true? In return for cash, you provide them with perks, incentives or rewards, as well as plenty of updates along the way. The internet is awash with sites dedicated to finding funds for creative and entrepreneurial projects, but…

Crowdfund your photo projects

Find inspiration all around you

In the digital age of mass media and online photo communities, it can be easy to feel like every photo concept has been tried already. Keeping your craft innovative is always a challenge; coming up with fresh ideas is the key to success, and remaining enthusiastic about your work is essential for providing viewers and clients with something that they can’t get elsewhere. Of course, for the professional image-maker, gleaning stimulus from other photography is a natural place to start, but there’s a definite temptation to emulate what you see rather than dare to strike out with your own concepts. The web has made it easier to access a wealth of motivating material without even having to leave the house, but over the next few pages you’ll discover the many other…

Find inspiration all around you

Crowdfund your photo projects

Photography is an undeniably expensive venture, and for some visual creatives the hardest part of the job isn’t coming up with fresh ideas, but affording to realise them. If you’ve looked into financing your own projects, you’re likely to have come across the big-name crowdfunding platforms such as Kickstarter and Indiegogo. The premise is simple; you set up a campaign page with a monetary target and time frame for your intended venture, then receive many small amounts of money from a large number of people, or backers. Sound too good to be true? In return for cash, you provide them with perks, incentives or rewards, as well as plenty of updates along the way. The internet is awash with sites dedicated to finding funds for creative and entrepreneurial projects, but which…

Crowdfund your photo projects

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