Despite being a question of how you spend your time, talents, and energy, most of us also have to consider money. While you’re likely not here because you think photography is going to be the most lucrative career, money is still a factor worth considering. Can you support yourself finan...
How to become a photographerPhotography, Editorial
Take a thorough approach to choosing a program and a photography school. Start by studying the works of teachers. If you can not find the portfolio of the "teacher", then this is a serious reason to be wary. What can you learn from a person who can't shoot or whose work you don't...
Step 2: Choose a Focus Once you are in a photography program, you will be able to choose a focus. Many programs include options such as portrait photography, fine art photography, commercial photography, and scientific photography. Your career goals will help you to choose a focus. If you...
photography journey, it shouldn't be the primary goal. Of course, if photography is your profession, you need to make enough so you don't feel stressed out about money. If a particular lifestyle is what you want in life, you need to value money as one of the top indicators of ...
You'll probably only be able to afford beat up old gear that's "good enough." Making a buck in photography is a lot tougher than keeping a real job. The photo jobs and locations that pay the most are the most boring. Think you're going to have people hiring you as a travel ...
How can you add Curiosity to your Photographic toolbox? 10 Ways to be a more Curious Photographer: 1. Don’t be held Captive ‘the Rules’ There are a lot of ‘rules’ going around when it comes to photography. Read the books (read this blog) and you’ll find them. Some of them ...
Why did I get into Photography? I just love taking photos. I have been doing it for over 40 years and still love it. Doing the thing you love and being paid for it, well now there's a concept! I still only photograph the subjects that inspire me to be creative with the camera. ...
Got a note the other day from an aspiring photographer. He wanted to know what it takes to become a pro. I thought–very pragmatically–that it’s really not complicated. HARD maybe, but complicated, no. And this applies to so many FILL-IN-THE-BLANK things you aspire to be:...
The Reality Of Photography As A Profession Working as a Professional Photographer The life of a professional freelance photographer can be hard. Especially in the beginning of your career. Personally, it took me a few years to earn any money at all. And that’s pretty common. ...