The Photographer Magazine is loaded with how-to articles, color photographs and information on upcoming events and important topics of interest to photographers. Informative articles will keep you on the cutting edge of today’s technology as well has keep you informed of the latest techniques and marketing ideas.
On The Cover
On The Cover: Ron Castle
“Center of Attention” was created by Ron Castle of Del Rio, Texas, for one of his realtor clients. Ron used an interior photography technique known in real estate photography circles as “flambient.” This involves...
Popular Articles
Is Your Price Sheet Killing You?
Maybe You're Overlooking Something
by Chris Fritchie
Texas School Instructor
Admitting mistakes or identifying weakness is one of the most difficult things we do. You truly can’t...
Crime Doesn’t Pay: Don Dickson Learns a Valuable Lesson
by Bill Hedrick
Everybody was doing it and he had no idea it was illegal. But, as it turned out, ignorance of the law was...
Photographing Liquids Beverages or Foods – It’s All About Timing
by Malinda Julien
Real estate is about location, location, location. Liquids are all about timing, timing, timing! Whether it is BBQ sauce or margaritas, liquids...
How to Manage Client Expectations When You’re a Pet Photographer
by Margaret Bryant
Texas School Instructor
Managing client expectations is always important when you are a business person. It is never more important than when you...
FACING LIFE’S CHALLENGES
Jenny Rhea Has A Plan for the Future
by Bill Hedrick
Whenever you ask someone why they became a professional photographer, they’ll most likely tell you...
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Spotlight Pics
Spotlight Pics: “Squatters Rights”
“Squatter’s Rights,” was created by Janel Randall, Master Photographer and Master Artist, of Saginaw, Texas....
Spotlight Pic: Down Time
“Down Time” was created by Cindy Bowman of Grapevine, Texas. The image features “Gus,” who...
Spotlight Pic: “The Thunder Rocks and Rolls”
“The Thunder Rocks and Rolls” was created by Chris Fritchie of McKinney, Texas. When it...
Spotlight Pic: “College Station Medical Center”
“College Station Medical Center” was created by Mark Sykes, Cr.Photog., CPP of College Station, Texas....
Spotlight Pics: Margaret Bryant
“Weimaraner Chess” was created by Margaret Bryant, of Carrollton, Texas. This whimsical image of dogs...
Spotlight Pics: Terri Butler
“Do You Think We’re Related?” was created by Terri Butler, of San Antonio, Texas. The...
Spotlight Pics: Diana Waguespack
“Image Elegance,” was created by Diana Waguespack of Houston, Texas, known nationally for her exquisite...
Spotlight Pics: Angela Navarette
“It’s All About the Bass,” is a PPA General Collection image by Angela Navarette, M.Photog.,...
SPotlight Pics: Aileen Harding
“Ready for Action” was created by Aileen Harding of Baytown, Texas, on a cloudy morning...
Spotlight Pic: “Homecoming”
“Homecoming,” a PPA Loan Collection image, was created by Mark McCall, of Lubbock, Texas. According...
LATEST ARTICLES
Successfully Photographing Children
by Beverly Walden, M. Photog.Cr.
We have been photographing children for nearly three decades. I can remember only a handful of times we have had...
Food Photography
by Bill Hedrick
It’s always been a mystery to me as to why experienced photographers who have mastered the art of lighting are so reluctant...
The Fine Art Portrait Session
by Bill Hedrick
If you’re ever in the Long Beach, California, area and happen to visit the scenic Shoreline Village at Rainbow Harbor, you owe...
Boudoir Photography – Poses that Sell
Boudoir photography has been a popular genre for years and this trend seems to have no end in sight. As I talk to many...
Fun With Food Photography
Fresh Grapes with Cyanoacryalte and Antiperspirant Glaze. . . Served with a side order of cosmetic sponges and glycerin, right? Not exactly a typical...
Using Off-Camera Flash Creatively
Although I have been using OCF (off-camera flash) for many years, there was a time in the beginning of my career that it terrified...
Anatomy of an Outdoor Family Portrait
by Don MacGregor, Texas School Instructor
Environmental portraits, carefully designed and crafted, can create significant purchasing desire and ultimately higher sales. This style captures the...
Shooting Fashion Editorials
I am a firm believer that a great photoshoot must involve more than just a great photographer. It takes a TEAM. A team of...
Earning the Money You Deserve!
by William Branson III, Texas School Instructor
Imagine this . . . Two photographers from the same town, each one dreaming of owning a thriving...
Taking the Ordinary to Extraordinary
by Kimberly Smith, Texas School Instructor
As everyone knows, sessions with one-year-olds can be a bit of a challenge. A sweet little girl named Addie...
