Ever had your images used by someone without permission? Either posted on a website, printed on a T-shirt for sale or used in any way to make money that you had no part in? Yeah, me as well. A new
Happy New Year! It’s that time of the year when we remind you to update your in-camera copyright date, and to also change it in the owner’s information depending on which camera you have. While I have you here, I’d
What do you do when a company asks to use your photo? In this ThinkTAP Learn video, instructor Seth Polansky walks you through how to get started with licensing your work, including the different types of licenses and how to
My first guest for this special best-of series is Jack Reznicki. Jack is an internationally renowned commercial people and children photographer based in his beloved New York City. My second guest is Gregory Daniel. Gregory is an award-winning portrait photographer
My guest is an internationally renowned commercial people and children photographer based in his beloved New York City, Jack Reznicki. His creative problem solving has helped promote products and services for many companies such as Toys R Us, The Wall
What can you do to help get the CASE Act Legislation to the floor of the Senate for a vote? Help put pressure on Senator Ron Wyden who has put a hold on the bill. Currently, the only recourse for
Photographers and other artistic creators get the short end of the stick. You ask, “What the heck are you talking about Bob?” That would be the CASE Act, which is in the US Senate at this moment. S. 1273, aka
As a photographer, protecting the images you create is critical to your success. Your photography is your product, your art and your brand. As a model, protecting your likeness and how it is used is critical to your success. So
(Editor’s note: In this guest post, Atlanta photographer, Ron Sherman, recounts his Baseball Hall of Fame photo of Hank Aaron rounding the bases after hitting home run number 715 breaking Babe Ruth’s long-standing record.) The record breaker and friends On April
(Editor’s note: Copyright and all things related are as important to creators of images both moving and still. This guest post by intellectual property attorney, Barry Kaplan gives us all some insights into what copyright law is, where it came from
Would you pay 3.5 million dollars for this photo? The U.S. Postal Service did! In case you’re not familiar with the story, here’s a brief overview before I explain what this means for photographers. The U.S. Postal Service’s big mistake
Well, by now you all know that the government shutdown has broken history, as the longest shutdown in U.S. history. And no matter what side of the argument you’re on, I think we can all agree that the shutdown ultimately
This morning, Samyang announced the 24mm f/1.8 FE autofocus lens for Sony cameras. Designed for landscape and astrophotography, the 24mm f/1.8 features a short minimum focusing distance with corner-to-corner image quality. Features include a Focus Hold Button and LED indicator,
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Living in Sedona, I have been privy to lots of beautiful changing scenery due to changing light conditions. The most interesting images happen on the edges of light when sunrise or sunset occurs. Or, when you find the edges of
In this article, I’ll be discussing the importance of your business name for those looking to start a photography business or thinking about rebranding themselves as a photographer! Common naming conventions When it comes to picking a business name for
Locations can be pretty pricey or far away, and your shoot may only need a portion of it. What are some ways to really take advantage of and fully utilize a location? In this video, join husband and wife photographers,
Sometimes the simplest things can produce the most results. Sometimes the least expensive things can open up more doors than you ever thought was possible. Sometimes photography feels like magic. White backgrounds are such things. Below, I will be sharing
Using a low aperture for getting the shot in tricky light is often a great way to shoot a scene. I recently photographed a Red Riding Hood inspired portrait session in a redwood forest. Even though it was shot at
Welcome to Mind Your Own Business, the podcast that helps photographers improve their business and their lives! Today we chat with photographer Kristen Jensen as she discusses the process and impact of growing your business brand. Get ready to be
Help! We all need it once in a while. In the Photofocus Community, we have a private group just for that reason. Our Photo Assist Group is a place where you can post your images and get some assistance. Maybe
If you’ve just taken a liking to doing landscape photography, you will definitely benefit from getting the right tools for the job. These don’t just mean the right camera and lens, but also the accessories to pair with your tripod.
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