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: January/February 2022
“Meet TPPA’s First Family” was created by Cris Duncan of Lubbock, Texas, at a workshop Cris was conducting for the Brazos Valley PPA Guild. On either side of Robin and Jennifer Janson are their...
Popular Articles
A Little Bit of Encouragement
When I was only eighteen years old, my dad slid a June 1988 copy of the Texas Parks & Wildlife magazine across the table...
One Light
We have all heard the Genesis story about how God created light and it was good. “One light to rule the day and one...
The Elements of Inspiration
by
Martin Grahame-Dunn
FMPA, FRSA, QEP, Hon.FMPA
London, England
If one were to ask what the roots of photography were, I am sure we would receive a wealth...
“Position Matters” by Cris Duncan
In a previous article we discussed a critical law to understand before lighting your subjects, The size of the source relative to the distance...
Artistic Silhouettes
by
Doug Box
Texas School Instructor
Silhouettes make striking and dramatic photographs.
When viewing art, your eye typically goes to the part of the image with...
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Spotlight Pics
Spotlight Pics: On the Fence
“On the Fence” was made by Angela Navarette, of Plano, Texas. The image won Best...
Spotlight Pics: How to Pick Up Bitches
“How to Pick Up Bitches” was made by Dominique Harmon of Lubbock, Texas.
As she explains,...
Spotlight Pics: Just Lounging
“Just Lounging,” a merit print by Tim Babiak of Austin, Texas, is the story of...
Spotlight Pics: My Sister’s Keeper
“My Sister’s Keeper” - Bree Adams, of Arlington, Texas, did a composite on this image...
Spotlight Pics: Sun Dial
“Sun Dial” was made by Steve Kozak, the incoming Executive Director of TPPA. “I was...
Spotlight Pics: “All in the Family”
“All In The Family” was made by Margaret Bryant of Carrollton, Texas.
The most important thing...
Spotlight Pics: “Wild Melody”
“Wild Melody” was photographed by Leslie Ann Kitten, M.Photog.,Cr.,CPP and completely inspired by the subject....
Spotlight Pics: “Judges Please Rotate”
“Judges Please Rotate” was a PPA Loan Image created by Plano Photographer and PPA International...
Spotlight Pics: “Candlelight Recital”
“Candlelight Recital” was photographed by Phyllis Kuykendall, M.Photog.,CPP and received a Distinguished Print Ribbon at...
Spotlight Pics: “Home Sweet Motorhome”
“Home Sweet Motorhome” was photographed by Bill Hedrick, M.Photog.,Cr., as one in a series of...
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...
