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Rob Smart Exploring photography, though relatively new to it. Interested in figure work though find it difficult to find subjects in order to develop the necessary technique, refine my approach.

15 weeks ago from Photography

Julie Schwietert Collazo If you're interested in travel photography, online new media school MatadorU (www.matadoru.com) has just launched three new place-based workshops in Sao Paulo, London, and Bangkok. All three workshops are led by pro photog Alex Robinson, whose work has been in NY Times, National Geographic, and other outlets. More info here: www.matadoru.com/workshops.

23 weeks ago from Photography

Zezinho I live in a favela in Rio de Janeiro. Finally we are now able to open Rocinha Media School which will be a center that will have a dj school, photography and filmmaking classes for the residents of Rocinha. Check out our new website at: http://rocinhamediaschool.org

31 weeks ago from Photography

James Thomas Does anyone have an online photo portfolio that they wish to share? Some of my best bicycle racing photos can be found at http://www.photoshelter.com/gallery-slideshow/G0000D8bb_dJ5hD0/

88 weeks ago from Photography

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Profusionz: james, some excellent panning shots you got there. Great stuff. Do you primarily shoot bicycle races?
elizabeth, love the shot of the silhouette ...Morejames, some excellent panning shots you got there. Great stuff. Do you primarily shoot bicycle races?
elizabeth, love the shot of the silhouette of the rack of shoes.
marisa, couldn't find your photos
kat, your website didn't load.
My photo site: http://www.edamostudios.com
71 weeks ago

James Thomas: Thanks Profusionz, I enjoyed seeing the the photos on your site too. Yes, I mainly shoot bike races, but I do some nature photography as well. It ...MoreThanks Profusionz, I enjoyed seeing the the photos on your site too. Yes, I mainly shoot bike races, but I do some nature photography as well. It is mainly just something I do for fun.
71 weeks ago

Profusionz Hi photographers, I have a website with easy to understand step-by-step photography tutorials at http://www.stepbystep-photography.com . I'm looking forward to meeting and networking with other photographers here on brazen careerist.

71 weeks ago from Photography and Photographer

stephanie wright I'm just starting to get into photography and have A LOT to learn so any tips would be helpful. Here is my Flickr page http://www.flickr.com/photos/stephanie_m_wright/ Please comment and let me know what you think.

96 weeks ago from Photography

: Well, there are so many things to do with photography, that a majority of it is finding your style and teaching your self what works best for you. ...MoreWell, there are so many things to do with photography, that a majority of it is finding your style and teaching your self what works best for you.

I've been doing it for five years and that's all I've done.
http://dearjenna.deviantart.com <--that's my deviantART account.
http://dearjenna.deviantart.com/gallery <--that's my gallery.
I've organized it to where the first pictures you see on the page are my most recent and everything else is organized into its corresponding folders...
I sometimes have to tell people this because they don't know how to navigate deviantART if they've never been to it...

Honestly, I recommend that over Flickr, because deviantART is a real community, and I hate the setup of Flickr...
But it's up to you! A lot of people use one or both! :) I hope you enjoy working with photography...
96 weeks ago

Profusionz: Hey, Stephanie. I looked at your flickr photos and I think you have some great potential. Your use of different angles and perspectives is great. ...MoreHey, Stephanie. I looked at your flickr photos and I think you have some great potential. Your use of different angles and perspectives is great. Please keep up your work.
71 weeks ago

Kat Argonza Hey! I've been posting my photographs on my blog at http://www.wayfaring-stranger.com. I've never taken a class on photography - I basically picked up a camera and started clicking away! I was looking for some help and criticism! I'm trying to improve as much as possible before I really start traveling and taking this gig a little seriously. Any criticism or advice on my photography?

107 weeks ago from Photography

Profusionz: hey Kat, from the photos on your site, it looks to me like you're into landscape photography. You have some good photos, like the last one in the ...Morehey Kat, from the photos on your site, it looks to me like you're into landscape photography. You have some good photos, like the last one in the arizona set. I wonder what lens you are using, because I see a lot of close up shots. For landscape, consider using a very wide lens. Also it's important to take photos when the lighting is good, early morning or early sunset. Good luck!
71 weeks ago

Elizabeth Williams I'm working on a project for my local fitness studio, and I really want to do a photo like this: http://morfis.files.wordpress.com/2010/02/pretty-in-pink.jpg I've tried long exposures before, but they tend to come out like this: http://weburbanist.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/10/motion-blur-photograph...

88 weeks ago from Photography

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Smith+Fritzy: This is how it looks to me - long exposure, having a constant light going with the dancer until your last moment where you hit it with one fast ...MoreThis is how it looks to me - long exposure, having a constant light going with the dancer until your last moment where you hit it with one fast strobe at rear curtain closure. Reminds me of this video from Joe McNally. http://www.nikonusa.com/Learn-And-Explore/Photography-Techniques/fy1hs59...
You wouldn't need the 10 strobes obviously, but the same basic effect of how to get from point A to point B. It is the same idea you had in the photo you posted, it's just a lot of precision - speed of the dancer/shutter speed/amount of light/timing the final shot.

Try to replicate the situation you plan on shooting in - lit room, dark room, use your BF as a model for fun, think of color of clothing, what you can use to keep the model lit before your actual strobe goes off, and practice practice practice. Personally, I would keep it as simple as possible. Keep in mind the shot you want, but be flexible with what the situation gives you.
88 weeks ago

Profusionz: hey elizabeth, how did your photo shoot go?
71 weeks ago

James Thomas Do any of you sell some of your photos on microstock sites? I have been using iStock for a while, and just started with Shutterstock and Bigstock. Just curious what others you would recommend.

80 weeks ago from Photography

Kat Argonza Is anyone making money from their photography? Other than doing events (eg. Weddings), is anyone able to make money from this hobby?

88 weeks ago from Photography

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Ryan Paugh: I met a food blogger this weekend who seems to be making money through traveling around the world and taking really good pictures of food. Here's ...MoreI met a food blogger this weekend who seems to be making money through traveling around the world and taking really good pictures of food. Here's a link to his blog if you want to check it out >> http://taylortakesataste.com/
88 weeks ago

Sean Masters: A friend of mine is a successful photographer in addition to being an outstanding application developer full-time. His portfolio is available at ...MoreA friend of mine is a successful photographer in addition to being an outstanding application developer full-time. His portfolio is available at http://stevenerat.com/
88 weeks ago

Jake New profile picture, not too new but still is new to Brazen

90 weeks ago from Photography

Brittani Gonzalez heyy, photography! It's nice to meet you. I shoot with a Canon Rebel XS, adn have every intention of upgrading the 5d mark ii. =)

90 weeks ago from Photography

Ashley Evans In your opinion which camera is the creme de la creme? I personally love the Canon Rebel XSi.

94 weeks ago from Photography

Elizabeth Williams: Hasselblad H4D
88 weeks ago

Elizabeth Williams: Though I don't have one of those. I do have a Mamiya RB67 that I love to pieces but sadly can't use because I don't have $10k for the digital back.
88 weeks ago

I think my love for editorial photojournalism and seeing the repetition in deviantART uploads is starting to get to me. I find myself shying away from the typical, posed shots (while they can be creative and beautiful, are often just mimicking one style) and moving towards more natural shots. By natural, I do not mean nude, heh. I actually mean natural lighting, no editing (not that I did that much before), and more candid shots. I find it beautiful--a window into the soul of the one modeling.

96 weeks ago from Photography

Elizabeth Williams My Flickr page: http://www.flickr.com/photos/girlpluscamera/

98 weeks ago from Photography

Jake Hey everybody, I've created a new network that is called "The Adventurous, Outgoing Free Men/Women. It's about all the people who go the extra mile, do something unusual and amazing, write a blog, and have a hobby or secret talent they would love to show to the world. I hope you guys enjoy the idea and come join.

101 weeks ago from Photography

Jake: Here's the link MoreHere's the link http://www.brazencareerist.com/network/the-adventurous-outgoing-free-men
101 weeks ago

Has anyone tried copyrighting their images? Is it worth it? What's the procedure like?

108 weeks ago from Photography

Joseph Jankowski: Clare, can you please explain what you mean?

From this site: MoreClare, can you please explain what you mean?

From this site: http://www.peterkrogh.com/copyright/main.html

"Although all work is copyrighted at the moment of creation, not all work is protected equally..A work that is infringed and has not been registered, can only generate the Actual Damages..."

If you explain what you are worried about we may be able to offer suggestions has to how you can enforce or control your copyrighted material.

Also see:
http://www.copyright.gov/fls/fl107.html

108 weeks ago

I post my photos on deviantART and sometimes share them on my blog. http://dearjenna.deviantart.com

110 weeks ago from Photography

Kat Argonza Does anyone make money from their photography? I'm looking into iStock or ShutterStock and thinking about selling some of my photos. So far I've only posted my photos on my blog (http://www.wayfaring-stranger.com) and gotten adsense money from it, but I'd like to monetize it a little better.

110 weeks ago from Photography

Adam Perkins: The easiest way to monetize photography is by performing weddings. :) As for microstock.. I've only briefly touched on it. I'd recommend you ...MoreThe easiest way to monetize photography is by performing weddings. :) As for microstock.. I've only briefly touched on it. I'd recommend you develop a niche and shoot as much as you possibly can..see what sells and shoot more. :) G/L.
110 weeks ago

: I definitely agree with the weddings gig. Start small by taking the initiative to take pro-like wedding pictures to build a portfolio.
108 weeks ago

Heather My flickr http://www.flickr.com/photos/mmmmetzger/

111 weeks ago from Photography

Allison Jennings my flickr http://www.flickr.com/photos/allisonjennings/ and my photo blog http://blog.allisonmjennings.com/

122 weeks ago from Photography

Kevin Von Qualen: great blog & photoset! you should check out this food contest: Moregreat blog & photoset! you should check out this food contest: http://letsdolunchcontest.com/
118 weeks ago

Rahul Mehta See my albums in picasa - and comment.

124 weeks ago from Photography

Kevin Von Qualen how many of you use flickr? with such small size limits on uploading, why not a blog or a better pay service? I find gallery difficult too.

124 weeks ago from Photography

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Mel Barnes: I apologize...I had a memory lapse! It's $24.95 for a year. I just had a moment to check. But I figure 2.00 a month is worth it.
124 weeks ago

Allison Jennings: I use it, but I also pay for their pro service. I love flickr it's helped me grow and learn so much!
122 weeks ago