If the trend in photography is toward ever-smaller digital cameras, then consider Dennis Manarchy the least trendy man in America. Not only is the camera he’s building from scratch not digital, it’s not small either. It’s also not big. It’s … Continue reading
If you’re looking at the calendar and wondering where 2011 went, you’re not alone, it’s a smart time to check in with how you’re doing with your original business plan. And if you want to finish the year strong, you … Continue reading
Sølve Sundsbø is one of fashion’s most esteemed photographers and his innovative work never fails to garner attention, the images Solve creates are unforgettable. “If I’ve got a style, it’s that I have no style,” the sum of your style … Continue reading
Brian Bailey’s new work for the 2011 US Pro Cycling Challenge in Colorado lends the aggressive sport his signature dark, dreamy feel. Read the interview for Brian’s take on black metal, magic, “monstrous” mountains, the curse of blue skies and … Continue reading
Retouching, has become a hot button issue within fashion circles. 2009 could go down as the year of Photoshop scandals; whether it is Demi Moore’s supposedly missing hip on the cover of W; or airbrushed to oblivion models, in posters … Continue reading
Why do some commercial photo shoots go more smoothly than others? Well, I have a theory that involves three reasons. The first is pre-production on the part of the commercial photographer, his crew and his producer. The second is pre-production … Continue reading
For many freelancers, marketing is a mystery. Many feel uncomfortable “tooting their own horn,” and avoid it as much as possible. There seems to be two types of freelancers – those who market themselves, their images, and their services, and … Continue reading
We look back at some of the editorial high points – be sure to share your favorites in the comments! Vivid color, imagination and an ultra cool cast bring to life some of the year’s most unique pieces. Only Marie-Amelie … Continue reading
Consider a supplemental revenue stream Tours are a great way to turn a potential negative into a positive. On the one hand, all of these people with digital cameras meant that the stock photo market was flooded from the supply … Continue reading
Last year, I wrote a very short blog post for The Creative Workbook about a phone call I received from a photographer. In light of a flurry of recent calls, I thought it was a good time to resurrect the … Continue reading
With her illustrations that call to mind the work of expressionist artists, model Naomi Preizler has become an in demand talent behind the scenes. From sketching backstage, to working with stores like Harvey Nichols to create fashion inspired artwork, Preizler … Continue reading
We receive calls and emails from emerging photographers looking for representation all the time. I am always amazed at how many of them start off the conversation, “ Hi, my name is Joe Smith and I am looking for a … Continue reading
A conversation with a prospective client usually begins very positively. They’re interested in your work and you are eager to learn about their project. You ask a lot of questions. The more you talk, the stronger the bond you forge, … Continue reading
A new anti-drink driving campaign from New Zealand succeeds by not patronising its main audience and recognising how young people can find it difficult to tell friends not to drive drunk… The New Zealand Transport Agency aims to encourage young … Continue reading
We’ve all had them. The client calls up and says there is a “BIG” problem. Our heart drops to our knees and we start to feel the perspiration build on the back of our necks. So you take a deep … Continue reading
1) Perform an overall sharpen just before you upload the image to your website. After you’ve re-sized your image and it’s ready to be uploaded. 2) Selectively sharpen areas of the image. Areas of the image where you want the … Continue reading
Artists have quickly been won over to the iPad for its portability and coolness factor. Using the device in instead of a printed portfolio is an obvious step, but there are three artists who have taken it to the next … Continue reading
When photographer Larry Towell was looking for funding for his upcoming Crisis in Afghanistan book, he turned to Kickstarter and raised more than $14,000 from 143 independent backers. The funds allowed the photographer to return to Afghanistan to continue with … Continue reading
Art Director for Rokkan (New York, NY) Rokkan, New York, is looking for an Art Director. An ideal candidate is someone who is looking to step-up as an Art Director from a Senior Design position, or someone looking to join … Continue reading
When starting a retouching, illustration or photo business, is it better to ltd/incorporate or work as an individual (sole proprietorship?) This is a question that many freelancers ask as they start their photo businesses, so we decided to get the … Continue reading
The final part in our email series. 11) Links that don’t work, or link to a slow loading site This is pretty obvious (and related to point #6 – checking your work before you send), but make sure that all … Continue reading
Part 2 of our series on emailing. 7) Too many (or too large) attachments. It’s generally not a good idea to bog down a creatives computer and/or network connection with bulky attachments. If you are sending a marketing email, keep … Continue reading
1) Irrelevant content Think twice before you send. Make sure that the content within your email (the images, the text, what you’re offering) is right for the people you’re sending to. Your recipients should feel like you know them, and … Continue reading
Photographer Dunsan Reljin has been a tennis pro, Craig McDean’s assistant and now he is one of the industry’s rising photographers. Professional Tennis Player to Fashion Photographer, how does that happen? Well, a bit of bad luck really. I got … Continue reading
Illustrators or Photographers who use prominent watermarks are losing business. Image theft is a valid concern for a professional, who makes their living based on receiving money for the use of their creative works, but I think watermarks do harm … Continue reading
The Deadline for the Association of Photographers Awards is May 3. Of special interest to Foliofox subscribers will categories such as Best Commercial Use of Photography. The category is designed for commissioners of photography, ie ad agencies, design studios and … Continue reading
This is the new video for Son of Kick track Playing The Villain. Some young hoodlums get more than they bargained for after breaking into a car. The video is directed by Matt Devine of the Glue Society. You should … Continue reading
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