Are Credentials with PPA Important & Why – #112 Q&A
As a portrait photographer are you a Master, Craftsman, or have Certification? Is it important and why? Bryan Welsh and Bry Cox talk about why it isn't about ego, but about being a better photographer. Here their reasons in this video. For more information on earning credential, visit the…
New Gear: New Gear: Profoto B1X with OCF Beauty Dish – #111 Q&A
As a photographer, it's always fun to buy new gear, and for the last 6 months I've been loving my Profoto B1X combined with the OCF Beauty Dish and Air Remote. It gives me a ton of power (500 watt/seconds) on location or even here in my studio as an…
Boxing & Being Proficient in Photography – #110 Q&A
What does boxing have to do with photography? Bryan Welsh explains why boxing and other areas of interest and proficiency can help with photography. And if you'd like further training on lighting, digital workflow, sales, and even video production, check out the full courses in the member section of…
Bry Cox Speaking for 1 Week at ‘West Coast School’
I'm excited to be teaching for an entire week at West Coast School. It's a full weeklong workshop where photographers come to California to train to be more proficient in their profession. With more competition, it’s more crucial than ever to have a high-end style that blends emotion, creativity,…
New Gear: Black Rapid Tripod Jacket Wrap – Q&A #109
As a photographer, it's always fun to get new gear, and I'm enjoying this new BlackRapid Tripod Jacket. It's great for keeping the studio area clean while having items ready and on hand during a shoot. Plus it's designed to pack up quickly while keeping items intact. See how I…
Images from ‘Texas School’ 2018 Weeklong Workshop – Part 2
Once a year I speak at this big event for photographers called Texas School. It’s at the end of April and photographers from all over the US and abroad fly in to train and learn for an entire week. It’s always one of my favorite events, and part of my…
New Changes & Updates for Photoshop CC 2019 (v20), Oct 2018
Today some big changes and updates to Photoshop were rolled out. When you update, you'll notice some changes to how it looks, and how some of your shortcuts function. You can see full a list of changes and videos here on Julieanne's blog. Here are a few changes you should…
4 Stages of Consciousness (I Didn’t Think of That) – Q&A #107
Photographers, when it comes to learning more and training, are you aware of the 4 stages of consciousness? Often while teaching a course, the lightbulb in the mind will go on for photographers in attendance, and they'll say, "I never thought of that." But further action is required to…
Backup Plans, Gear, & Insurance for Photographers – Q&A #107
Do you have a backup plan in case your gear goes down at a gig? What if your camera breaks? How do you finish the job? I believe in having 3 options (plans) to cover yourself on site. That means having at least 3 camera options with you, 3 ways…
As a Photographer, How Do You Dress? (Quick Take) – Q&A #106
Bryan Welsh and I ask each other questions on the fly (Quick Take). And because of his background in high-end clothing, I ask him to expound on how photographers should dress. And what are your thoughts? Are you a portrait photographer, and if so, how do you dress for a…
How to Buy Cameras & Equipment – Q&A #105
In Q&A video #103, I answered the general question about the "best" camera to buy. And here's some things to know about how to buy a camera and the type of place to buy it from. For instance, don't buy from online stores like Amazon or eBay because (1)…
Photographers, Marketing, & Mindset – Q&A #104
A while ago, a photographer friend Bryan Welsh was in town, and we taught a full-day workshop to photographers on the business of photography. One of the big takeaways is to think about marketing in better ways. Instead of having just one idea or marketing campaign and just working on…