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Professional Photographer is the official journal of Professional Photographers of America.

10/04/2022

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Ruth Ginsburg Gotian has identified four key actions taken by the world’s most successful people. Here’s how photographe...
09/23/2022

Ruth Ginsburg Gotian has identified four key actions taken by the world’s most successful people. Here’s how photographers can apply her research. >>>

High achieving people have a few things in common, says thought leader Dr. Ruth Gotian. Emulate these behaviors to make your way to success.

Who are the most relevant social media creators today? Check out this fine flock of photo folks to follow 😁  >>> https:/...
09/09/2022

Who are the most relevant social media creators today? Check out this fine flock of photo folks to follow 😁 >>>
https://www.ppa.com/ppmag/articles/like-this

Whether you're in search of gear reviews, lighting tutorials, or creative inspiration, these social media creators in the photography niche have you covered.

A must-read if you're looking for a fun photo project >> Jim Chung explains how to use forced perspective. Have you trie...
09/08/2022

A must-read if you're looking for a fun photo project >> Jim Chung explains how to use forced perspective. Have you tried it? If so, please share!

It's hard to believe the automobiles in some of Jim Chung's photos are actual model cars. Learn how he uses perspective and angle to create an illusion.

Wedding photographer Sara France made a brilliant branding move.
09/06/2022

Wedding photographer Sara France made a brilliant branding move.

Beyond her talent with a camera, a key to France’s success has been a team-based approach to the development of her business.

Not sure yet how we're celebrating World Beard Day today. But we do know WHO we're celebrating with: Greg Anderson Photo...
09/03/2022

Not sure yet how we're celebrating World Beard Day today. But we do know WHO we're celebrating with: Greg Anderson Photography đŸ§”â€â™‚ïž

He’s become known as the “beard and mustache guy” and not because of his own facial hair. In 2013, when business was sluggish, Las Vegas-based commercial photographer Greg Anderson traveled to New Orleans to photograph contestants at the National Beard and Mustache Championships—without any ...

Professional Photographers of America President Jeff Dachowski reflects on the thing that makes  USA particularly specia...
09/02/2022

Professional Photographers of America President Jeff Dachowski reflects on the thing that makes USA particularly special.

One of the best reasons to attend Imaging USA is the camaraderie you'll feel with fellow photographers. Register to make friends for life.

Dawson Adams of Dawson Adams Photography in Douglas, Georgia captured “Gateway to Love,” our September cover. Sign up fo...
09/01/2022

Dawson Adams of Dawson Adams Photography in Douglas, Georgia captured “Gateway to Love,” our September cover. Sign up for our newsletter and don't miss a thing! https://www.ppa.com/ppmag/newsletter

We were saddened to learn that photographer Jerry Uelsmann died earlier this year and have been unaware of it until toda...
08/31/2022

We were saddened to learn that photographer Jerry Uelsmann died earlier this year and have been unaware of it until today. We'll miss his imaginative, unique photographic art.
https://www.ppa.com/ppmag/articles/his-story-is-untitled

As he leads a visitor through his modernist Florida home and into his three-room photo studio that’s chockablock with cartoons (some naughty, some nice) pinned to the walls, shelf after shelf of antique cameras, assorted doll heads, offbeat toys, drawings from artist friends, witty posters, misce...

Holy Hannah! That's a destination no one needs! How photographer Mike Olbinski—“Not your typical storm-chasing wedding p...
08/30/2022

Holy Hannah! That's a destination no one needs! How photographer Mike Olbinski—“Not your typical storm-chasing wedding photographer”—nailed this capture >>>

Mike Olbinski faces many challenges as a storm chasing photographer. Only one of them is the weather.

On1 Photo Raw 2022.5 amps up its editing capabilities.
08/30/2022

On1 Photo Raw 2022.5 amps up its editing capabilities.

ON1 Photo Raw 2022.5 image processing software provides desktop and mobile workflow as a photo organizer, raw processor, layered editor, and photo effects app.

What the heck?! Original print of  Yousuf Karsh's famous photograph is missing.
08/29/2022

What the heck?! Original print of Yousuf Karsh's famous photograph is missing.

An original print of the famous photograph taken by Yousuf Karsh is missing after staff at a hotel in Ottawa realized last week that someone had swapped it for a fake.

”People are either going to be OK with the investment or they’re not, but not talking about it isn’t going to make them ...
08/19/2022

”People are either going to be OK with the investment or they’re not, but not talking about it isn’t going to make them OK with it.” - Kathryn Langsford

Learn the process Kathryn uses to have that investment discussion and put everyone at ease.

https://www.ppa.com/ppmag/articles/a-perfectly-custom-process

Photographer Kathryn Langsford knows exactly who her ideal client is, making it easy for her to sell luxury family portraits.

How to create success on your own terms, from Debbie Peterson of Getting To Clarity with Debbie Peterson. https://www.pp...
08/18/2022

How to create success on your own terms, from Debbie Peterson of Getting To Clarity with Debbie Peterson.
https://www.ppa.com/ppmag/articles/the-keys-to-clarity

Want to run your business with clearer, more defined objectives? Debbie Peterson, a certified trainer and master practitioner in neuro linguistic programming, has tips.

Photographer Karyna Aslanova’s “New Ukrainian Values” series explores the simple things Ukrainians now perceive as sacre...
08/15/2022

Photographer Karyna Aslanova’s “New Ukrainian Values” series explores the simple things Ukrainians now perceive as sacred.
https://www.ppa.com/ppmag/articles/simple-and-sacred

Photographer Karyna Aslanova's "New Ukrainian Values" series conveys the things Ukrainians hold dear during the Russia-Ukraine War.

Bet you haven't seen a photographer make portraits like Jessica Ambats does! đŸ›©đŸ›©https://www.ppa.com/ppmag/articles/soarin...
08/11/2022

Bet you haven't seen a photographer make portraits like Jessica Ambats does! đŸ›©đŸ›©
https://www.ppa.com/ppmag/articles/soaring-precision

Jessca Ambats' portrait subjects own private airplanes and want images of themselves flying in their aircraft. She delivers.

Ready to start shooting videos? Tyler Rickenbach has great tips for working with the camera you already have!
08/08/2022

Ready to start shooting videos? Tyler Rickenbach has great tips for working with the camera you already have!

If you're new to videography, there's no need to invest in new equipment. Start with the camera you already have, says Tyler Rickenbach.

Can a photographer use public art as a backdrop without running afoul of the artist’s copyright?
08/04/2022

Can a photographer use public art as a backdrop without running afoul of the artist’s copyright?

Colorful murals in urban settings are tempting backdrops for photography, and they’re certainly popular with clients. But if you make a photo of a client or product in front of a public mural without the artist’s permission, is that copyright infringement? A recent court case involving Mercedes ...

Photo gear of the year! Our annual Hot Ones roundup of photography equipment that will pique your interest đŸ€©https://www....
08/03/2022

Photo gear of the year! Our annual Hot Ones roundup of photography equipment that will pique your interest đŸ€©
https://www.ppa.com/ppmag/articles/2022-hot-ones

Professional Photographer magazine's 2022 Hot Ones buyers guide features exciting new and notable products for pro photographers.

Jennifer Mullins, CPP, of Jennifer Mullins Photography in Morrilton, Arkansas captured “Ready to Conquer the World,” our...
08/01/2022

Jennifer Mullins, CPP, of Jennifer Mullins Photography in Morrilton, Arkansas captured “Ready to Conquer the World,” our August cover. Sign up for our newsletter and don't miss a thing! https://www.ppa.com/ppmag/newsletter

When is photography more than a job? When it’s a mission. On a trip to India, Carla Rhodes discovered a bird that change...
07/27/2022

When is photography more than a job? When it’s a mission. On a trip to India, Carla Rhodes discovered a bird that changed her life.
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Carla Rhodes' photography journey began with a bird in India that blew her mind. Now she uses a camera trap to capture photos of wildlife in her backyard and beyond.

Fantastical fog by Joshua Singh. Here's how he does it >>>https://www.ppa.com/ppmag/articles/beacon
07/26/2022

Fantastical fog by Joshua Singh. Here's how he does it >>>
https://www.ppa.com/ppmag/articles/beacon

During the summer in San Francisco, photographer Joshua Singh seeks out the fog to make moody street photography images. He offers tips on making photos in the fog.

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