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Open Question: What do you think about these Self Portraits.? picture?

I'm an amateur photographer and never usually do many portraits but i gave it a go.Comments and Critique please :) thank you! http://www.flickr.com/photos/45380242@N08/4449589045/sizes/m/ http://www.flickr.com/photos/45380242@N08/4450363638/sizes/m/ more

Resolved Question: How much should I charge for my photography services and products?

People have seen my work and have been asking me left and right to shoot their kids, weddings, events, etc. for them and have even been contacted by some professionals to second-shoot with them. I would like to go into the photography business but am not sure how much I should be charging people for my services and for my prints. Any suggestions? I don't want to price too high to start off with, but I am already getting a lot of requests to shoot, so I don't want to price myself too low either. What do you think about the following: *$50/hour (photographer's service fee) *4x6 prints ($5.00) *5x7 prints ($15.00) *8x10 prints ($25.00) *DVD of digital negatives: $150 for portraits (50-80 images with personal print rights) *DVD of digital negatives: $500 for weddings (500-800 images with personal print rights) *Albums priced at various prices, depending on the album chosen. I guess my real question is how much to mark up the photos and services? All photographers mark up their prices, but I'm not sure HOW MUCH to mark mine up since I'm new to this. I guess I have talent since I'm getting so many photo requests, but am not sure what to charge for it. more

Open Question: Are there any portraits/fashion shots which are influenced by animals?

It would help if they were black and white and the photographer was known. Many thanks. more

Open Question: Are there any famous portraits where the model is wearing a hat/headpiece?

It would help if you could include the name of the photographer and the model/sitterReview: They do not have to be famous, but the photographers should be known. more

Open Question: What names will you give these kids- they melt hearts?

Name these kids by the looks and personality in the picture. Girls: 1.) http://ferenc.biz/photography/files/photographer-images/Tiffany-Dawn-Portrait-Children-Wedding-Photographer-Folsom-California.jpg ( I choose: Maddison Kate) 2.) http://www.amberkatrina.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2009/01/caltech-pasadena-family-photography-children-picture-14.jpg ( I choose: Lily Marie) 3.) http://www.jodieotte.com/blog/1108/child_photographer_baltimore.jpg ( I choose: Sophie Alexandra) 4.) http://juliavarga.files.wordpress.com/2007/08/reesesqxp.jpg (Jessica "Jessie" Louise.) 5.) http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_2SlJWjjknhE/SNsp0jiJqlI/AAAAAAAAAEI/vN-ACc2nftY/s400/Cute+Little+Girl.jpg ( I choose: Gina Belle) Boys: 1.) http://images.inmagine.com/img/bigcheese/bcp008/bcp008017.jpg ( I choose: Jordon Matthew). 2.) http://www.istockphoto.com/file_thumbview_approve/10137563/2/istockphoto_10137563-sad-boy.jpg (I choose: Luke Alexander.) 3.) http://www.istockphoto.com/file_thumbview_approve/4540939/2/istockphoto_4540939-baby-boy-standing-pose.jpg( I choose Benjamin Connor). 4.) http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3037/2817665145_a5ef2e2703.jpg ( Cole Hunter) 5.) http://www.istockphoto.com/file_thumbview_approve/5053458/2/istockphoto_5053458-little-boy-with-glasses.jpg ( I choose: Daniel Ryan.) At the end tell me which kid you think was the cutest. there should be a winner for: boys: girls: altogether: and what ever you name them- then go by their names. Thanks and Have Fun!My Winners: Girl: Lily. Boy: Daniel. Over All: Cole. more

Resolved Question: Is this resume too plain for someone with little experience?

Jane Doe 555 S. 555 E. Blahblahblah, UT 55555 (888) 888-8888 Jane_Doe@yahoo.com Work Experience Such and such Company Newborn Portraits blahblahblah, UT Mom Service Representative; Baby Photographer July 2008–October 2008 Volunteer Work Janitorial Work, Run for Life, Young Women’s President, Youth leader for Girls Camp, Stage Manager for blahblahblah Theatre, Costuming Assistant for blahblahblah Theatre, Primary Teacher. Education The Such and Such School of Phlebotomy 5555 South Blahblahblah Drive Suite 555 Blahblahblah, UT 55555 July 2008 Such and Such High School 5555 S. Blahblah Blah Road Suchandsuch, UT 55555 May 2008 References Richy Richens (555) 555-5555 Johnny Johnshon (444) 444-4444 Sally Sanders (333) 333-3333 Names changed of course, hahaha. I really can't think of anything else to put (Like I said, I don't have much experience) so I don't know if I should just put it under 'work experience' and 'volunteer work' or if I should re-categorize it or what. Any tips would be great. more

Resolved Question: First time taking portraits? Critique?

My friend asked me to take her senior portraits. I'm not charging her because one, she's one of my best friends and two, I'm not a professional photographer, I'm an amateur. But I've never taken portraits. I'm more of a street/miscellaneous photographer. We went outside yesterday and took practice shots. But we went during the worst part of the day, the sun was very strong. Any advice on this? On how to properly expose the sky AND her when shooting at about 3 o'clock. http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2718/4442530721_7ce117f0df.jpg http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2634/4442531059_f9679cd729.jpg http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2713/4442532129_97d9e963d7.jpg http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4001/4443308410_6e186ac306.jpg http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2721/4442531783_c4f43186d1.jpg http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2706/4443308740_17130f0ff4.jpg http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4071/4443309244_c4a6426360.jpg I know I definitely made a few mistakes on these with the shadows, and I knew I was going to, which is why I told her since it was my first time taking portraits, that we should do a practice shoot. So any advice/critique for next time? We're taking them next week and I'll make sure to go out either early in the morning or later in the day, so I don't get the harsh shadows. These are the types of photos I'm use to shooting. http://www.flickr.com/photos/38951506@N06/And I haven't edited these yet. Only one is edited.Bill: Yeah, that is exactly what happened. She would squint in every picture taken in the sunlight. There was literally not a cloud in the sky, it was so beautiful out. And it caused harsh shadows. Thanks for the advice. Joedlh: For the one on the bench, I wanted the sun to be behind her, I liked the effect and that was the only bench in the park. But for the the third to last one (with the tree), that wasn't my intention. I didn't realize it until after. more

Voting Question: trying to find a cheap photographer in calgary?

looking for a reasonably priced photographer who does portraits, boudoir, baby, maternity and weddings. more

Voting Question: ATTENTION PHOTOGRAPHERS!!!!What is a good DSLR Camera to start out with?

Hi i am starting out on my photography journey looking to do Fashion Photography,Portraits etc... But have no idea what Camera to buy to start out with. Any suggestions? Would appreciate the feedback. Thanks :) more

Resolved Question: Nikon D5000 vs. Nikon D90, which camera gives you the better "bang for the buck"?

We are looking at these two cameras for use photographing portraits and sporting events. We are getting mixed remarks about which is better. Does the camera body make the difference, or is it all in the lens? We are novice photographers that are hoping to get much more involved and want to purchase the right camera for our needs. Any other brands along with your rationale are appreciated as well. more

Resolved Question: What is or are your FAVORITE camera or cameras and why? (This question is for ALL photographers)?

Your favorite camera can be a Kodak stereoscopic, a Nikon DSLR or a Linhof 617 panoramic film camera but would I would like to know is what is YOUR favorite camera (relative to the purpose you use it for) and why? You can include more than one answer to this as perhaps you like a Tele Rolleiflex TLR for portraits and a Nikon D3 for sports. I know that no camera does it all so I want to see what other people LOVE in their cameras and why they do. Currently I have a Canon G10, two Yashica FX-2's, and a Yashica Mat 124G. I am looking to expand my collection and am interested in seeing what other people like and why.Thanks! more

Resolved Question: How possible would it be for an average photographer like me to ever make portraits like this:? (link)?

these are the master yousef karsh (plain google search) portraits, http://images.google.co.nz/images?um=1&hl=en&safe=off&rls=com.microsoft%3Aen-us%3AIE-SearchBox&rlz=1I7GGLD_en&tbs=isch%3A1&sa=1&q=Yousuf+Karsh+portriats i get that B+W film is very forgiving for portraits, i think i get the basics of portrait lighting, what im getting at is how yousef (the man) could read these peoples souls and know the best approach lighitng wise to use first time and nail it could an average lighter ever get there?touche and thanks Mark. more

Resolved Question: Artists for my photography exam?

For my exam i am doing the topic our society and im taking pictures of my college. Does anyone know any film photographers who take portrait photos or casual pictures of people individually? Also a photographer who takes picture of people moving around and working? more

Resolved Question: Question On Canon EOS xTi + Lens ... pls help?

I just bought a Canon EOS xti and I really have no clue how to use the best features of the camera. Im an inspiring photographer and would love any tips, help or sites that could help. Beyond that ... I want to buy and lens that is good for portraits and captures color wonderfully ... vibrant without having to edit the colors! I dont have tons of money so pls any help will be thankful!I have played with all the features on the camera ... I just have not profected them yet. I shot lighting, football games, rain, waterfalls, my 1 year old, sunset, sunrise ... and tons more. I was simply asking the question if there was a lens for portraits that is "the best". I've has the camera for about 4 months. I have a 7 year old and a 1 year old, two full time jobs ... Photogrpahy is a hobby right now so please dont redicule me for not doing what you think should be my best. ... It was a simple quesiton. more

Voting Question: My photos could be ads for certain companies. How do I sell the photos to them?

I am a semi-pro photographer (I get paid for it) who loves to take various photos just for fun. I'm working on a self-portrait project at the moment, and a lot of these photos involve certain products and/or company logos, etc. I'm constantly told that these companies should pay me for my photos (by people who don't really know what they're talking about, but still). Is this possible? For example, I've taken a photo of myself at Target, where their logo is visible and their decor is the main focus ( http://www.flickr.com/photos/minervana/4425745837/ ). I would love to know if it's normal/acceptable/possible to maybe email someone in charge of Target ads and have them look at the photo. But then what do I say as far as asking them if they wanna pay me for this photo? I would have put this in 'Photography' but I'm curious to see what responses I would get from the business/advertisement category :) Thanks so much in advance! more

Resolved Question: baby, toddler, and children portraits?

how much do you spend on portraits? where do you have them done? and for what occasions? i pay a lot of money for my daughters pictures, i usually have them done at the mall. but after this last photography session i dont think we'll be going back there. i decided to buy a professional studio backdrop and lighting kit for my brother, who is in college and has studied photography for 3 years, i would have had him do her portraits earlier but he never had the money to open a studio. he has a really expensive camera already. so i told him to open a portable portrait studio to make some extra money and so i could have her pics taken whenever i need to. what would you consider a reasonable price for an in home professional photography session? and what would make you want to use a photographer instead of the 1 hour photo at the mall? more

Resolved Question: Photography and schooling, want professional photographers opinions.?

I have been doing lots of photography work for about 3 years now. Just now have I taken it to a professional level and started doing portrait photography for families, children, couples and more. Although I like to do nature photography, I feel like I specialize more in portrait photography. To me, I am rather good with what I do with what little schooling I have had with photography. College is not an option right now, and most likely won't be for a few years due to lack of money. I do, however, take a lot of free online 'classes' and read alot about it. I don't take the classes to learn how to take pictures, I can do that wonderfully with just my talent, I like to learn more about exposure, camera settings, lighting, and other tips and suggestions. My problem is that a lot of people think to be a photographer you have to have schooling and lots of it. I am also fairly young, almost 19. I have the professional equipment that my husband and I bought prior to advertising my work, and I have a lot of experience. I think the pictures and your professionalism should prove it self when I do a person or families shots, but the thing is, I get a lot of people who look past me because of my lack of schooling and age. My prices are extremely cheap, below $100, mostly below $75, and I am confident in my work. What tips would you give me to bring in more customers? I am in the process of learning GIMP and continue reading all about new things with photography. Is there any PROFESSIONAL photographers on here that have made it where they want with out schooling? I am not going to post any of my work, because I believe every one will have their own opinions and I am already confident with what I do. Thanks so much to you all!Alright, I will post some of my work if it is that important. I charge so cheap because I feel like with my age and lack of schooling I probably can not get what I think my work is worth quite yet.Here is a post to my blog with most of my work. http://shoryphotography.blogspot.com/By the way, what is this "it" you speak of that I am so full of?http://s802.photobucket.com/albums/yy305/shorylovephotography/ So you can enlarge the pictures. These are just a few of the pictures I have done. I mostly post the ones I get paid for for my clients to see. more

Resolved Question: Portrait Photography Studio?

I do Senior Portraits and use natural settings want to start indoor studio and would like to know what monolight strobe systems are good but im on a budget. I am looking at a Flashpoint 320M Portrait Wedding Monolight Kit at Adorama it is listed in Shutter Bug Magazine as very good. Looking for suggestions from experienced photographers. more

Resolved Question: How long do I have to keep the negatives of past clients?

I retired several years ago from wedding and portrait photography. I have tried to reach some of my clients but it is very time consuming. I am willing to send them what I have on file, but most people have moved or are divorced. I was told by another photographer that if I post and ad in the local newspaper announcing my retirement and telling people that they can have their negatives for free if they contact me is all I have to do. After the set time alloted I can then destroy the negatives. That sounds a little harsh to me but I need to clear out the files in storage. Any suggestions? more

Resolved Question: Which is a Good Entry Level DSLR Camera?

I want to upgrade my point and shoot Camera to a DSLR. I have the Nikon CoolPix P80, it looks like a DSLR camera but it’s a point and shoot. I'm a amateur photographer, I like to do close up shots, portraits, architectural and so on. I'm looking to getting a entry level DSLR camera, and I need advice to which one I should get. Originally I want to get the Nikon D90, but honestly, I don’t have the $1200.00 to fork over. So I’m looking into getting either the Nikon D5000 or the Cannon Rebel XS, both have similar price range that I can afford, and the reviews are great for each, but I can’t make up my mind to which one I should buy. Any suggestions? more

Resolved Question: can anyone recommend a reasonably priced photographer in sac?

im just tired of paying 200 dollars or more on my kids holiday photos at major portrait studios like sears or the picture people more

Resolved Question: Should I get a Canon EF 70-200mm USM for far-distance portraits/sports or EF 85mm and 50mm 1.8 OR 1.4?

There's 2 questions in it. And I'm just a serious young photographer, so don't pressure me badly or tell me bad things. 1. Is it fine to use the 70-200mm USM (USM only not IS USM) for portrait and sports photography or should I just use a 85mm 1.8 and a 50mm 1.8 OR 1.4 for portrait and sports photography? 2. WOuld you prefer the 50mm 1.8 or the 1.4? more

Resolved Question: Of all the photography pros (or even semi-pros here) who has heard of and/or been to WPPI?

For those reading but have no clue, WPPI is Wedding and Portrait Photographers International. This year is their 30th anniversary in fabulous Las Vegas. (Okay, I'm biased. I live in Vegas.) I'm attending their tradeshow for the FIRST time and man is it overwhelming. Just thought I would I ask who knows of and/or has been to one of their events. It's a lot of fun and full of incredible information (and who can argue with free stuff too?). For those who have gone, what did you think of it? On another note, I had a chance to shoot as a secondary shooter at my first wedding recently and WOW. While I had fun and only shot for 2 - 2.5 hours with my friend as the primary shooter it was overwhelming to say the least. My feet were killing me and I was tired when I got home. Yea, still on the fence over whether I'll be crazy enough to do that again. more

Resolved Question: Planning for the future, second job?

Photography is my passion. I want to work in a studio, darkroom, portraits, the like. But I was looking at the wages in my state for a wide percentile of photographers' wages and I wasn't exactly satisfied. Would it be dumb or naive to consider looking for another part-time job? And if not, what are some of your suggestions? And for the record, because I know that sometimes it depends, I'm a female freshman in high school, looking forward to Photo 1 next year, then Photo 2 and 3 every year. I play three different instruments and am extremely musically inclined, and my favorite subjects are history and math. This may give you an idea if you wanted my key interests, should you be so kind as to suggest some part-time jobs to hit a satisfying wage. Thanks so much, and I will reward 10 points to the answer that helps most!I've used my state CIS website through school and home to find out all that I have found about the photography career path. more

Resolved Question: Where are the best places to take portraits in san antonio?

I am a beggining photographer and I have a maternity shoot coming up. I have a field that I use often but I'm getting pretty sick of it. I'd like another field but more of a grassy one with trees in the background. Anyone know of one in SA? Or maybe a field of flowers? more

Resolved Question: Rates of pay for work as a photographer?

Im a student doing a national diploma in photography and digital imaging. I would like to do some payed photography work like portraits either in a Studio or on location however i have no idea what kind of rates i should expect to receive and if i charge by the hour or how i do it. Please help thanks :). any extra advice would also be appreciated. more

Resolved Question: Any instructional movies about Digital Photography?

I'm looking for a movie/documentary that shows the ins and outs of photography, shooting with studio light, portraits, even fashion etc. I'm NOT looking for movies ABOUT a photographer; I'm looking for instructional videos about the actual art. more

Resolved Question: how do you feel about simply giving away copies of your wedding photos of family and friends to those who ask?

we paid a fair amount for our photographer and some family members are asking for copies of the photos of themselves from the wedding which is fine, but i'm almost being made to feel that it's my job to make sure they get a picture. normally i wouldn't mind but my photographer happens to be a friend and he mentioned to me about one aunt and uncle making a point of having him wait until all their kids were around to do a 'family shot' of them all dressed up rather than the relaxed 'un-posed-for' shots that i was hoping for. is it just me or does that seem an odd request at somebodys wedding? now they're asking me to send them a larger than average print of that 'family pic'. and mentioning this to another family member, the response i got was 'well do i get one of me and my kids as well then? oh thats lovely'. i almost feel like saying - its a pic from my wedding not a free family portrait of your day out so it's staying in the wedding album' but i feel really nasty by feeling that way. it wouldn't hurt to get a cheapy copy done at a supermarket but these are my wedding day photos, and i feel like they're being treated as a free way of getting a dressed up family pic. even my step mother copied them to her laptop without asking. my photographer didn't password protect the disk because he is a friend and i feel like that fact is being abused. i know i'm over-reacting to a certain extent here but is it just me or are people taking the mickey a little? more

Resolved Question: i need unique ideas for my senior pictures.?

the photographer i picked asked me if i can take pictures this month to be on his seniors of 2011 campaign. He has a unique style and I love it!! i just have no idea what i should do. I love music. i live, breathe, SING music. i was thinking about having an old fashioned microphone (http://t2.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:laWSZG5jnW713M:http://us.123rf.com/400wm/400/400/alkir/alkir0703/alkir070300003/796334.jpg) as a prop somewhere, but im not sure where): i want my senior pictures to bring me out, but i feel like all my ideas look so boring! and not as "unique" as i want them to be): i need help ASAP!!! here's his site to get a feel of what he's like: http://www.rednersalonga.com/ i really want my senior portraits to be very different from other's traditional poses and ideas, but my "out-of-the-box" thinking isn't going so well.lol REPLY ASAP please!!!!!! more

Resolved Question: Could you take a look at my project and suggest photographers/artists i could look at which are similar?

i posted some photos here http://fffdddfff.wordpress.com/2010/03/0… It started as a sculpture project but ive taken into photography and painting. Not really sure where to go with it for photography but some portrait-ish photographers i can look at would be kool if you know any? I'm kind of leaning towards the black and white one... but then im also tempted to collage them with old postcards n stickers n random photos n text n stuff. oh and you will have to excuse the fact that they havnt been cropped n photoshopped or framed very well, i took hundreds of photos and towards the end i started slackin a bit, but you get the general idea, hopefully. more

Resolved Question: How can i become a photographer for Vanity Fair magazine?

How can i become a photographer for Vanity Fair magazine? Im only 16 and at my level of photography i can take somewhat 'typical' family portraits or headshot more along the average photographer you usually pay for a natural pic im currently learning photo shop from friends who have a lot of experience at it right now i'm trying to juggle chem bio and physics just to make my parents happy but i truly want to get into photography especially for something like Vanity Fair as of now just WHAT do i need to do if i wanna have a good chance of getting into Vanity Fair?and yes i know im too young im saying how can i crease my chances and potential of getting in more

Resolved Question: does this seem like a fair price for wedding photography?

Based on the information you provided, below is my recommended coverage for your wedding photography. In thanking you for your consideration, I have applied deep discount on the pricing. Also, I waved the travel expenses and the design fee for the DVD slideshow. I have a couple of weddings to shoot in April and May. I would ask you to wait and see how your engagement photos come out and the wedding photos I take in April and May to decide if you want to hire me for your wedding photography or not. ^_^ $840 (70% off original price of $2800) v Pre-event consultation v 8~10 hours photography for getting ready, ceremony, portraits, and reception v Unlimited photography during time hired v Assistant / second photographer v Online image proof v Images with retouching and artistic effects v High resolution images on CD with personal rights v DVD wedding slideshow with music this person is a professional portait photographer just starting out in weddings. She is doing our engagement photo session for free this monday, giving us a photo dvd with personal rights for printing. What do you think?? I fear that almost 900 for someone with very limited wedding experience is sorta steep. I hate the idea of bargaining with someone over their "craft" (i feel its a lot different to bargain for a car, house etc.) however I cant help but think man, almost a grand on someone who hasnt really got any experience seems crazy more

Voting Question: What do you think of these photos?

Im a practicing photographer and am wondering what you think of my work. especially the portraits, do you think I would be able to charge for portraits in the future Thanks. My website is www.kelseysmith1.tumblr.com more

Resolved Question: Professional photographer in Long Island.?

I'm looking for a professional photographer in my area of Long Island, New York. I don't want head shots or anything. I'm not sure if it's called portraits but I would want one of my entire body maybe on location, somewhere outside. I want the pictures to look professional and good quality. Anyone know of any good photographer or studios I can contact? more

Resolved Question: When was the last time you got a portrait taken by a photographer?

Resolved Question: Does anyone know if you have to be a professional photographer to work at hourglass portraits?

or do they train anyone like some places? more

Resolved Question: Who are the most famous portrait photographers ever?

...and who are your favourites? more

Resolved Question: Should I get a Canon EF 135mm with Soft Focus or a Canon EF 85mm f/1.8 lens for portrait photography?

I'm planning on buying either lens, but I'm up to taking picture of both: People and their headshots, and nature and sunset-like view, but not sunsets, something spectacular like a sunset. I'm an amateur 14 year old photographer, started 3 years ago, and I've been using the 50mm standard lens. I'm still confused on which one to buy for a good portrait photo. Ones that you will see on the photo frames when you buy them. Please help me, your opinion. Remember that i want both good headshots and portrait photos of people and good nature shots.I use a Canon 40D Camera. more

Resolved Question: can environmental portraiture be accidental?

Im doing a project for school where i have to do an environmental portrait of someone. I was thinking that these are deliberate photos and that the photographer sets up, but can they also be accidental, like a singer on stage in a band and the photographer just taking the photo there and then. more

Resolved Question: Could I get in trouble for drawing or painting a photographers photo?

I have a lot of people asking me to draw a portrait of their child's professional photo, could the photographer sue me if I drew a portrait of a picture they took? more

Voting Question: Photoshop Cs4 extented serial not working!!?

I was given this as a gift, unopened, never used. When I typed in the serial # on the back of the dvd case it would not work- I used the trial version which ended yesterday. Can anyone please give me some much needed advice? I really need this for my work!!(Portrait Photographer) Thanks to all who reply :o) more

Resolved Question: what is the difference between this two lenses, the canon 50 / 1.8 II and the canon 50 / 1.4 usm?

I already own a canon 28-135 lens that came with my 40d canon. I'm ready to buy a second lense but I want it to be perfect for studio portraits only. I heard the canon 50 / 1.8 is good enough. I need advise which of this two lenses would a portrait photographer recommend? more

Resolved Question: How anyone one help me to fill istockphoto application?

Just said true or false.. 1. All recognizable faces require a model release, including crowds: 2. Logos are acceptable in wide angle photographs: 3. Identifiable design marks, such as the 3 stripes for Adidas or the Nike swoosh, are allowed if the name is removed: 4. Landmark buildings such as the Sydney Opera House or Empire State Building require a property release to be used as royalty-free stock: 5. A model release is required for a self portrait: 6. The photographer can witness their own Model/Property Release: 7.A simple snapshot is acceptable; iStock does not require quality in composition: 8. It is acceptable to protest a rejection in the iStock forums: 9. It is acceptable to copy the composition of another photographer’s work 10.Photographs should be upsampled or interpolated to the maximum XXL size: more

Voting Question: How to attach a baseboard/crown moulding to a fabric photography backdrop ?

I have several fabric backdrops and would like to create the "wall mirage" effect that every photographer seems to be going for. I have had portraits of my daughter done where crown moulding was used with the backdrop and I loved the way it looked. I didn't pay much attention to how my photographer had the fabric attached to the moulding, and I am wondering how I would be able to attach the fabric to the moulding and getting it to stay up and not fall over ! I appreciate advice from people who have used this technique ! more

Voting Question: How much should I charge for Save the Date Photos?!?

I am a portrait photographer but I've never done wedding photos before. I am taking Engagement/Save the Date photos for a couple in April or May. They asked me what I would charge for that and how. Like by hour or session. What should I charge them if we are doing it by hour? What should I charge them if we are doing it by session? Here are some examples of my photography: http://th07.deviantart.net/fs39/300W/i/2008/366/0/9/Amanda_1_by_TropicDreams.jpg http://th06.deviantart.net/fs71/300W/i/2009/362/a/4/8078_by_TropicDreams.jpg What happens if they hate the pictures?!?! AHHH lol Thanks everybody = )My brother is a videographer so I asked him. He's say 100 will be fine for the whole session. I need to pay to get to the location also. Is this fair? * My photos are good quality. I'm not some idiot thinking I can take pictures ha ha more

Resolved Question: Want Ad for a Knowledgeable Photographer...?

Not necessarily a "want-ad," but I was really hoping for a professional (or talented) photographer's advice. I want to take beautiful pictures, and I've got taking pictures of other people/nature/scenes down pat pretty well but I'm really struggling with self-portraits. These are some stunning self portraits that I really love: http://www.flickr.com/photos/keelyislost/sets/72157611916423495/ http://www.flickr.com/photos/atomicturquoise/sets/72157621967447828/ http://www.flickr.com/photos/geewillikersjett/3910896961/ ANY help is really appreciated. If you have a flickr could I have your link too? I'm really just trying to take good pictures. more

Resolved Question: Canon Lenses: EF 135mm f/2.8 wtih soft focus OR EF 85mm f/1.8 USM lens? Good for people/portrait photography?

I'm found these two lenses which I really seem to like, but I don't know which one to use. I'm an advanced amateur photographer, been into the field for 3 years and still loving it. I'm having a self-project and I want to take elbow-legth/waist to head images of people. There are two of them on the question, which one should help me for a good portrait photography of somebody? Here are the websites on the US canon page. I chose the 135mm because of it's soft focus ability and how beautiful the picture of that person would be because of the soft focus, but I might be wrong. And the 84mm because of it's good ability to zoom in a bit, and capture such a good stunning portrait of a person. 85mm: http://www.usa.canon.com/consumer/controller?act=ModelInfoAct&fcategoryid=152&modelid=7311 135mm: http://www.usa.canon.com/consumer/controller?act=ModelInfoAct&fcategoryid=153&modelid=7308 Please help me, I really want to get my self-project done with beautiful portrait images of people. more

Resolved Question: help us come up with a business name!!!!?

My cousins and I want to start an event / wedding business. One of my cousins is a cake decorator, she can make anything from cupcakes to wedding cakes. My other cousin is a photographer and I am an illustrator, I create custom invitations, custom photo books, slideshows and portraits. we all need a joint business name as well as individual ones. for the photographer we have "Lenei Visions" for the cake decorator we have "Tiers of Joy," but we cant figure out a business name for myself or our joint business. any suggestions??? more

Voting Question: How much should I pay an amateur photographer for family portraits?

My close friend's teenage daughter takes excellent photos, and wants to pursue a career in photography. I want to ask her if she's interested in taking a few photos of my little family, and am wondering how much I should offer to pay her. I would like to pay her for her time, use of her camera, and for any editing. I will pay for prints to be done at a local place that does photo printing.Like I said, she is an excellent photographer. Her work could definitely pass for that of a professionals. She is passionate about photography and it shows. If I weren't impressed, I'd offer her 20 bucks and call it good, but it's not like that. Hence why I'm asking what you think. more

Voting Question: Does this sound okay for a copyright release?

I have a few people asking me to take wedding pictures for them and such... and am trying to be professional about all of it, and when I give them their cd I want to make sure, when they go to print, they have something from me so they dont have any problems.... I found this on the internet, and thought it was great, and got to the point, as well as getting a release for me to use the photos in my portfolio.... please let me know what you think!! "This agreement is entered into between ---,hereinafter Photographer, and __________________________ herein after customer. In acknowledgement of payment in full for photography services performed on (______________) in the amount of ___________, the Photographer hereby grants to the Customer unlimited reproduction rights to the photographs for personal (non-commercial) use . The Photographer also acknowledges that the Customer owns the copyright of images commissioned for domestic use (for example, family portraits, wedding photos etc). The Photographer claims a "right of restraint" to prohibit the use of images commissioned for domestic use being used for commercial purposes without prior written agreement. Where images are commissioned for commercial use, the Customer acknowledges that the copyright is owned by the Photographer and subsequent use will be as agreed. Requests for commercial use of photographs are to be submitted for approval. Photographer reserves the right to prohibit the copying of a cd/dvd containing the photographs where the cd/dvd contains a presentation produced by Photographer. The Customer hereby indemnifies the Photographer against any claims and damages, including reasonable legal fees, arising from the Customer's use of the photographs and the Photographer's use of any material under instruction from the Customer. The Customer hereby grants to the Photographer the right to use any image taken as a result of this agreement for display in the Photographer's portfolio, exhibitions, competitions and other promotions of the Photographer's work. The Photographer agrees that he will act on a reasonable written request from the Customer that particular photographs not be used for these purposes. Other than for these purposes, the Photographer agrees that no commercial or product promotion use will be made of the photographs unless agreed to in writing by the Client and/or the person(s) identifiable in the photograph(s)." more

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Silverdale mother, son missing after car found in water - Bellingham Herald

... a missing 29-year-old woman who vanished with her 8-year-old son is a portrait photographer with no history of mental illness. Officials said there was no sign of Shantina Smiley of Silverdale or her son, Azriel Carver, after the minivan they ...

How to Quit Assisting and Be a Photographer: Mathew ... - Photo District News

Portrait photographer Mathew Scott of Los Angeles began assisting while attending the San Francisco Academy of Art, and continued assisting various photographers “off and on” for two years afterwards. In 2009, he quit assisting to shoot for ...

Silly Smiles helps those with serious illness - Telegraph

ALTON — Portrait photographer John Metcalfe shows his compassion each year for a fellow photographer’s son and others who suffer from focal segmental glomerulosclerosis with an annual Silly Smiles event. Silly Smiles was started in honor of Sammy ...

Click On - Owen Sound Sun Times

And for that, this type can be any other of the following sort of photographer. 2. Portrait photographer. He or she usually captures images of persons, pets, plants or anything in a studio. Common pictures are profiles of individual or group of ...

Help Wanted - Mount Vernon News

We seek a Full-Time Photographer and a Part-Time Sales Associate/PreSeller to work at our local portrait studio. As a Photographer you'll photograph customers and sell portrait packages. Experience helpful. As a Sales Associate/PreSeller you'll greet ...

Mother, son missing after car found in water - Tri-City Herald

OLYMPIA, Wash. Thurston County sheriff's officials say a missing 29-year-old woman who vanished with her 8-year-old son is a portrait photographer with no history of mental illness. Officials said there was no sign of Shantina Smiley of Silverdale or ...

Civil rights era photographer Charles Moore dies - Stamford Advocate

In this March 4, 2005 photo, civil rights photographer Charles Moore poses for a portrait in Montgomery, Ala. Moore died Thursday, March, 11, 2010. He was 79. Photo: Montgomery Daily Advertiser, Mickey Welsh / AP In this March 6, 2005 photo, civil ...

How To Quit Assisting and Be a Photographer: Robert ... - Photo District News

Markus Heilman surfing at night in Florida. Portrait and outdoor lifestyle photographer Robert Snow attended the Southeast College of Photography in Daytona Beach, Florida. He primarily assisted Orlando photographer Tom King, but also picked up ...

Mystery Deepens As Silverdale Mother, 8-Year-Old Son ... - Kitsap Sun

Mealy said that Smiley, a portrait photographer, has no history of mental illness or any other problems. Investigators conducted boat and beach searches, but came up with nothing. Deputies also are checking with neighbors.

Grand Blanc photographer Gavin Smith travels the world ... - MLive.com

Smith is now the team photographer for the Detroit Lions and does most of the portrait work for the Detroit Red Wings. He’s shot photos for magazines ranging from Sports Illustrated and ESPN to national wedding and scuba diving magazines.

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