insurance

Ask permission, not forgiveness

Kevin Ames

The idiom, “it’s better to ask forgiveness than permission” is bunk. Trying to get away with shooting on a property without an OK is not

The drop heard ’round the world, part two: The pick up

Erin Holmstead

The drop heard around the world was one of the scariest times in my career. After I had told Michael about all that had happened,

InFocus Interview Show: Fashion photography tips with Dixie Dixon

Vanelli

While at ClickCon, I had a chance to talk with Fashion photographer and educator Dixie Dixon. Dixie shares some of the topics she covered in

InFocus Interview Show: Photography insurance with Howard Burkholz

Vanelli

I had a chance to talk with photographer and insurance agent Howard Burkholz about the different types of insurance plans photographers need. As a photographer himself, Howard gives disaster scenario examples to help us understand what is and is not covered.

What to Do When Your Camera Gets Dropped in Water

Jason Hahn

I recently noticed my camera had a lot of dirt on it, so I took it to the nearest creek and threw it in for a good scrubbing. OK, maybe not, what actually happened was every photographer’s nightmare. Setting up on the side of a creek to photograph a series of rapids, I tripped, with the result of my camera getting a solid dunking.

Now, speaking from experience, this is what we call an “Oh Sh!@#t!!!…” moment. A 10 on the “Brown Pants” scale. In other words, an unpleasant experience. However, quick action and a proper drying out process can, in some cases, save your gear from an untimely demise. Despite its underwater expedition, my DSLR is still alive and well thanks to the tips below.