Stories from Beyond the Obvious
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Best camera for a learner
Beyond the Obvious &bull Aug 24, 2010
Regular readers know that I very rarely write about cameras and equipment. However as a photographer I am often asked, "which camera should I buy?" The follow up question from me is how much are you willing to spend and what do you want a camera for...there are hundreds to choose from? If you're serious about learning photography and giving yourself room to take it to… Full Story »
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How much should you charge for a photo-shoot?
Beyond the Obvious &bull Jul 19, 2010
Working out how much you should charge is one of the questions most frequently asked when setting up as a professional photographer. I'll endeavour to answer the question but it may not be the answer you expect. I have a view that breaks with industry tradition. Traditionally photographers charge for a shoot by applying half day or full day rates. The rate is the same, no matter how their images are being used or what value… Full Story »
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Art happens when you bend the rules
Beyond the Obvious &bull Jun 6, 2010
Interesting art is new and different from everything that has gone before. It's impossible to break new ground and produce something fresh if you follow the rules and imitate other people's styles and techniques. Don't get me wrong. I think… Full Story »
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Why we need more creative photojournalism
Beyond the Obvious &bull May 24, 2010
To tell a story visually is difficult as any picture editor knows. You have to grab attention, communicate the essence of the story in an image and engage people so they follow through and read the article. Getting people to pay… Full Story »
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How do you measure success as a photographer?
Beyond the Obvious &bull May 19, 2010
What signs should you follow? If you upload pictures on social media websites you will know there is usually some form of audience judgement of your success as a photographer. How good you are is supposedly measured in votes, clicks,… Full Story »
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Whose opinion about your photography really counts?
Beyond the Obvious &bull May 16, 2010
Every photographer wants to improve. But how do we know we are getting better? Besides looking critically at our own work we listen to the opinions of others. Allowing other people to judge your work is essential. But you have… Full Story »
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Fleeting expressions and picking the moment
Beyond the Obvious &bull May 5, 2010
Taking a photograph that tells a story requires patience, knowing what you want to say and then picking the right moment. I noticed this lady selling jewelry on the market. She was chatting to customers and showing them her merchandise… Full Story »
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Photographers: reasons to be thankful
Beyond the Obvious &bull Apr 26, 2010
Emiel is a horse breeder. He also helps out in his community doing things like driving the school bus. Here he listens to an amusing anecdote his wife is relating during a chat with friends and family at his kitchen… Full Story »
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Photographing with available light
Beyond the Obvious &bull Apr 18, 2010
Belgian sculptor Willem Vermandere talks about his work at the opening of his exhibition in Poperinge, 31 March 2010.I wanted to capture the atmosphere and not to disturb the event with flashes going off all the time; so I used… Full Story »
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Photojournalism: to take a picture or save a life
Beyond the Obvious &bull Apr 14, 2010
Take a picture or help. I know the answer 100 per cent, from personal experience, because that's the situation I was in on Sunday 4 April 2010. As a photojournalist I've been in many tight spots and when it's your… Full Story »
