When you look at people in old, black and white photographs, do they seem oddly removed from reality? Colorizing old photos allows us to see distant history in a new light, which is naturally as divisive as it is intriguing. Deb Pieti shows us her photo colorization process.
This Family Business Puts the Kids to Work – But in a Fun and Creative Way!
As a team, the Rivera family works hard to create dynamic, inspiring images that spark the viewer’s creativity, taking them back to a time of child-like magic and wonder. Vanessa Rivera tells us how she turned daily photo shoots with her kids into a successful business.
Expanding Your Online Presence with Portfolio Sites
Should you be displaying your photography on Behance, 500px, Tumblr and DeviantArt? We explore who these portfolio sites are best suited for, their pros and cons, whether they’re a good fit for your needs and how you can integrate them into your existing sites.
The Recession Led Nirav Patel to Find Peace and a New Career – Now He Portrays That Serenity in Photos
When Nirav Patel was laid off, he discovered that photography provided him a quiet solitude in a turbulent time. Now he shares the gear he uses to capture that sense of peace inside all of us.
How a Poem Inspired This Picture of an After-Hours San Francisco Psychic
Marcus Soriano tells stories of American cities through his lens. In a series on San Francisco, Marcus was inspired by this neon-lit window sign of a fortune teller and a poem he wrote about telling a palm reader of the doubts he faces as an artist.
Inside the Bag (and Mind) of Surrealist Photographer Erik Johansson
Erik Johansson is a Swedish photographer and image creator currently based in Prague, Czech Republic, specializing in surrealism, photo manipulation, and montages that will really make you question reality. Let’s have a look at what’s in his camera bag.
The Photographer’s Complete Guide to LinkedIn Marketing
In your digital marketing arsenal, LinkedIn can be a powerful tool for making new business connections, generating profitable leads and building your overall brand. Here’s everything you need to know about using LinkedIn to market your photography business.
This Photographer Skyrocketed His Career by Making One Simple Change to His Instagram Feed
Sam Zucker started out as an out-of-work chef and illegal immigrant in Barcelona. Now, he’s a well-known photographer there, thanks to a simple change in the way he was posting Instagram photos.
The Photographer’s Complete Guide to Pinterest Marketing
Looking for more ways to market your photography business online? Pinterest has the potential to be an excellent resource for creative business owners who want to drive awareness, traffic and bookings on their websites. Here’s how it can help your marketing efforts.
A Peek Inside the Bag of Fantasy Photographer Bella Kotak
Fine art fantasy photographer Bella Kotak spends most of her photographic time outdoors and has traveled the globe bringing her fairy tale visions to life. Today she tells us what gear she uses to create her magical, beautiful, and otherworldly images.
How Stephen Shelesky Shot This Picture-Perfect Mountain Reflection
While on a road trip around the western states and Canada, outdoor photographer Stephen Shelesky made the mandatory stop for any traveler at Banff National Park. Breathtaking sights expected, he was still surprised to come across this pristine scene.
The Photographer’s Complete Guide to Twitter Marketing
Twitter is a great way to engage in real-time conversation with people in your industry, as well as potential clients for your photography business. Here’s how you can use Twitter to connect with the people and experiment with different types of content to see what works.