It’s Easier to Grow When You Feel Small

Last week I walked by the news stand and saw the latest ‘book’ by Reporters without Frontiers. To raise funds and awareness for their organisation they publish two or three photo books (more like a fancy magazine) by some of the world’s famous photographers. A couple of years ago I bought my first Reporters without [...]

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A step-by-step guide to shooting relaxed, unposed-like couple shots - Part I

People want to look good in their photos, but they tell you they won’t pose for it or they won’t be directed. Sounds familiar? It does to me … weekly …
When I meet with potential clients one of the things I hear a lot is that they are not willing to pose for [...]

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The 4 Legs of a Pro Shooter’s chair - Leg 4: VISION

The chair of a successful photographer has four legs. You may be able to sit on a chair with just one leg but it won’t take long before you fall over. A second leg might buy you a little extra time on the chair but you will fall. It’s possible to sit on a three [...]

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The 4 Legs of a Pro Shooter’s chair - Leg 3: BUSINESS

The chair of a successful photographer has four legs. You may be able to sit on a chair with just one leg but it won’t take long before you fall over. A second leg might buy you a little extra time on the chair but you will fall. It’s possible to sit on a three [...]

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The 4 Legs of a Pro Shooter’s chair - Leg 2: SERVICE

The chair of a successful photographer has four legs. You may be able to sit on a chair with just one leg but it won’t take long before you fall over. A second leg might buy you a little extra time on the chair but you will fall. It’s possible to sit on a three [...]

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The 4 Legs of a Pro Shooter’s chair - Leg 1: QUALITY

The chair of a successful photographer has four legs. You may be able to sit on a chair with just one leg but it won’t take long before you fall over. A second leg might buy you a little extra time on the chair but you will fall. It’s possible to sit on a three [...]

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