Professional Photographer Magazine

10/04/2022

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09/23/2022

Ruth Ginsburg Gotian has identified four key actions taken by the world’s most successful people. Here’s how photographers can apply her research. >>>

High achieving people have a few things in common, says thought leader Dr. Ruth Gotian. Emulate these behaviors to make your way to success.

09/09/2022

Who are the most relevant social media creators today? Check out this fine flock of photo folks to follow 😁 >>>
https://www.ppa.com/ppmag/articles/like-this

Whether you're in search of gear reviews, lighting tutorials, or creative inspiration, these social media creators in the photography niche have you covered.

09/08/2022

A must-read if you're looking for a fun photo project >> Jim Chung explains how to use forced perspective. Have you tried it? If so, please share!

It's hard to believe the automobiles in some of Jim Chung's photos are actual model cars. Learn how he uses perspective and angle to create an illusion.

09/06/2022

Wedding photographer Sara France made a brilliant branding move.

Beyond her talent with a camera, a key to France’s success has been a team-based approach to the development of her business.

09/03/2022

Not sure yet how we're celebrating World Beard Day today. But we do know WHO we're celebrating with: Greg Anderson Photography 🧔‍♂️

He’s become known as the “beard and mustache guy” and not because of his own facial hair. In 2013, when business was sluggish, Las Vegas-based commercial photographer Greg Anderson traveled to New Orleans to photograph contestants at the National Beard and Mustache Championships—without any ...

09/02/2022

Professional Photographers of America President Jeff Dachowski reflects on the thing that makes USA particularly special.

One of the best reasons to attend Imaging USA is the camaraderie you'll feel with fellow photographers. Register to make friends for life.

09/01/2022

Dawson Adams of Dawson Adams Photography in Douglas, Georgia captured “Gateway to Love,” our September cover. Sign up for our newsletter and don't miss a thing! https://www.ppa.com/ppmag/newsletter

08/31/2022

We were saddened to learn that photographer Jerry Uelsmann died earlier this year and have been unaware of it until today. We'll miss his imaginative, unique photographic art.
https://www.ppa.com/ppmag/articles/his-story-is-untitled

As he leads a visitor through his modernist Florida home and into his three-room photo studio that’s chockablock with cartoons (some naughty, some nice) pinned to the walls, shelf after shelf of antique cameras, assorted doll heads, offbeat toys, drawings from artist friends, witty posters, misce...

08/30/2022

Holy Hannah! That's a destination no one needs! How photographer Mike Olbinski—“Not your typical storm-chasing wedding photographer”—nailed this capture >>>

Mike Olbinski faces many challenges as a storm chasing photographer. Only one of them is the weather.

08/30/2022

On1 Photo Raw 2022.5 amps up its editing capabilities.

ON1 Photo Raw 2022.5 image processing software provides desktop and mobile workflow as a photo organizer, raw processor, layered editor, and photo effects app.

08/29/2022

What the heck?! Original print of Yousuf Karsh's famous photograph is missing.

An original print of the famous photograph taken by Yousuf Karsh is missing after staff at a hotel in Ottawa realized last week that someone had swapped it for a fake.

08/25/2022

Some easy tips to getting started with video for your social feeds by Betsy Finn.
https://www.ppa.com/ppmag/articles/start-creating-video-content-for-social

Get some helpful tips on creating video content for social media in a way that's right for you.

08/19/2022

”People are either going to be OK with the investment or they’re not, but not talking about it isn’t going to make them OK with it.” - Kathryn Langsford

Learn the process Kathryn uses to have that investment discussion and put everyone at ease.

https://www.ppa.com/ppmag/articles/a-perfectly-custom-process

Photographer Kathryn Langsford knows exactly who her ideal client is, making it easy for her to sell luxury family portraits.

08/18/2022

How to create success on your own terms, from Debbie Peterson of Getting To Clarity with Debbie Peterson.
https://www.ppa.com/ppmag/articles/the-keys-to-clarity

Want to run your business with clearer, more defined objectives? Debbie Peterson, a certified trainer and master practitioner in neuro linguistic programming, has tips.

08/15/2022

Photographer Karyna Aslanova’s “New Ukrainian Values” series explores the simple things Ukrainians now perceive as sacred.
https://www.ppa.com/ppmag/articles/simple-and-sacred

Photographer Karyna Aslanova's "New Ukrainian Values" series conveys the things Ukrainians hold dear during the Russia-Ukraine War.

08/15/2022

Review: RØDE Microphones Wireless Go provide easy audio.
https://www.ppa.com/ppmag/articles/quality-and-convenient-sound

Betsy Finn reviews the performance of the Rode Wireless Go microphone system

08/11/2022

Bet you haven't seen a photographer make portraits like Jessica Ambats does! 🛩🛩
https://www.ppa.com/ppmag/articles/soaring-precision

Jessca Ambats' portrait subjects own private airplanes and want images of themselves flying in their aircraft. She delivers.

08/08/2022

Ready to start shooting videos? Tyler Rickenbach has great tips for working with the camera you already have!

If you're new to videography, there's no need to invest in new equipment. Start with the camera you already have, says Tyler Rickenbach.

08/04/2022

Can a photographer use public art as a backdrop without running afoul of the artist’s copyright?

Colorful murals in urban settings are tempting backdrops for photography, and they’re certainly popular with clients. But if you make a photo of a client or product in front of a public mural without the artist’s permission, is that copyright infringement? A recent court case involving Mercedes ...

08/03/2022

Photo gear of the year! Our annual Hot Ones roundup of photography equipment that will pique your interest 🤩
https://www.ppa.com/ppmag/articles/2022-hot-ones

Professional Photographer magazine's 2022 Hot Ones buyers guide features exciting new and notable products for pro photographers.

08/01/2022

Jennifer Mullins, CPP, of Jennifer Mullins Photography in Morrilton, Arkansas captured “Ready to Conquer the World,” our August cover. Sign up for our newsletter and don't miss a thing! https://www.ppa.com/ppmag/newsletter

07/28/2022

Stan Sholik reviews the Nikkor Z 28-75mm f/2.8 lens
https://www.ppa.com/ppmag/articles/great-mid-range-performer

Stan Sholik proclaims the Nikkor Z 28-75mm f/2.8 a great camera lens.

07/27/2022

When is photography more than a job? When it’s a mission. On a trip to India, Carla Rhodes discovered a bird that changed her life.
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Carla Rhodes' photography journey began with a bird in India that blew her mind. Now she uses a camera trap to capture photos of wildlife in her backyard and beyond.

07/26/2022

Fantastical fog by Joshua Singh. Here's how he does it >>>
https://www.ppa.com/ppmag/articles/beacon

During the summer in San Francisco, photographer Joshua Singh seeks out the fog to make moody street photography images. He offers tips on making photos in the fog.

07/21/2022

Reviewer Betsy Finn takes some RØDE Microphones for a spin and likes what she hears.
https://www.ppa.com/ppmag/articles/quality-and-convenient-sound

Betsy Finn reviews the performance of the Rode Wireless Go microphone system

07/18/2022

One way to recapture your creative mojo: Recapture your spirit of fun. Great advice from Jeff Harry. https://www.ppa.com/ppmag/articles/for-the-fun-of-it

To get creative and innovative in your work, you need to tap into the fun of it, advises business consultant Jeffrey Harry. He offers tips for photographers.

07/15/2022

Longtime National Geographic photographer Michael Yamash*ta makes the faraway seem familiar.

Michael Yamash*ta's long career as a photographer for National Geographic magazine took him all over Asia. He offers his best tips for aspiring documentary photographers.

07/13/2022

Never shot video with your DSLR? Get started today with great how-to's from Tyler Rickenbach.
https://www.ppa.com/ppmag/articles/how-to-shoot-video

If you're new to videography, there's no need to invest in new equipment. Start with the camera you already have, says Tyler Rickenbach.

07/11/2022

Photographer Barbara Cardinali MacFerrin's ancestors came to America thanks to the help of America's oldest photography association.
Professional Photographers of America

A classifieds ad in PPA's member magazine enabled three brothers to emigrate from Argentina to the United States in the 1960s.

07/08/2022

Stan Sholik reviews the Nikkor Z 28-75mm f/2.8 lens.

Stan Sholik proclaims the Nikkor Z 28-75mm f/2.8 a great camera lens.

07/06/2022

“This was the first time—and I’m figuring the only time—an astronaut would ever call me, and I missed the call,” says photographer Roland Miller. But he didn't miss the opportunity.

Rolland Miller's passion to document the U.S. space program has taken him to the ends of the earth ... and back.

07/05/2022

Jessica Lozoya, M.Photog.M.Artist.Cr., CPP, of Lozoya Studios in Albuquerque, New Mexico captured “Blue Sky Ride,” our July cover. Sign up for our newsletter and don't miss a thing! https://www.ppa.com/ppmag/newsletter

07/05/2022

Don't wait for perfection—get moving now. If you have to stop and recalculate your route along the way, that's OK, reminds Photographers of America President Dachowski.

If you don't know where you're going with your business, pick a direction and go. You can always change your route.

07/02/2022

Enter to win our July giveaway >>> you could snag a Calibrite ColorChecker Display Pro!

Enter for a chance to win a Calibrite ColorChecker Display Pro