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Welcome to the 649th issue of SnapShot! Hello,
Today's the day! The October online photography school session is kicking off with a tremendous lineup of 2-week and 4-week courses. These classes are interactive with pro feedback. So what are you waiting for?!? Enroll today, and join the fun. Here is our awesome schedule of classes... Too soon? BetterPhoto's 8-week course lineup returns on November 6th. In today's SnapShot, don't miss the excellent new article ('Perfect Digital Exposure: How to Handle Difficult Metering Situations') by instructor Lynne Eodice. The Forum is Back!! One of the cool benefits of being a student, a Deluxe/Pro BetterPholio owner, or a BetterPhoto Gallery owner is access to the Forum. Simply click on the 'Forum' link in your Member Center. And, while we're on the subject, the Q&A has returned (see below) with some thoughtful questions and answers, including ones by instructors Richard Lynch and Lynne Eodice. ... That's it for this week. Have fun with your photography! Kerry Drager
Newsletter Editor
Article From BetterPhoto:
Learn how to meter a high-contrast lighting scene ... see this new BetterPhoto article by instructor Lynne Eodice.
Photo Q&A
1: E Book Images? I was approached about using one of my images in an E-Reader for Special Needs children. My question is what size file is needed for an E Reader? He asked for an image of 3000x2000, which seems big to me. I don't mind them using the image online but do not want them to be able to make prints. What DPI and dimensions should I send them? Also what is the typical charge for somebody to use an image one time? - Jill Odice
ANSWER 1: That is an interesting concern. 3000x2000 is a high-resolution print-possible size of at least 10x6.6. With home printers it is really closer to 15x10. A typical video device will not be much about 120 dpi, and that means it would display this image at about 25x16.7. I think it is sorta large for any type of hand-held device, even with near-future considerations for changes in technology. Have they offered you a contract? That should explain their future concerns, and why they might ask for an image so large. The "typical charge" for an image can vary widely. A shot in demand can grab quite a lot. A shot that casually meets a design need, not so much. My perspective might be "why not be happy with a one-time sale" and add it to your experience and resume? Of course with the caveat that you clarify the resolution needs. Hope that helps.
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2: Transitioning from a well-paying career
I have been working to see how I can transition from my current well-paying career that has become little more than that. My passion for photography and desire to do it full-time continues to grow. However, I have not been able to come up with the path that leads me to my goals of one day having my photography as my main source of zen, finance, fun, etc. I realize this is difficult to do. However, if there are any suggestions I would be greatly appreciated. Thank you. ANSWER 1:
After I think about my previous post, I realize that some give in the balance of zen, finance, fun, enjoyment will most likely be experienced when the desire is to "make a living". Any thoughts are greatly appreciated.
- Clark E. Brown
ANSWER 2:
Variety seems to be the makeup of success to me. I know very few photographers who only take pictures of what they want. Most supplement through teaching craft (as the instructors do here on BP), perhaps write a book, maintain clients or a service, sell stock, retouching services, guide tours, other sales... It may help to lean on whatever your previous experience has been in that well-paying career and extend it (e.g., if it was sales, apply that knowledge.). No matter what I am involved in, I try to keep time open for MY photography. If I am writing a book or teaching courses, I enjoy that and learn from it even, but it cannot replace taking an hour or four on a walk to a place where I want to shoot . I may make nothing on my walks, but those are the shots I prize (and tend to use in books and instruction as well as marketing tools). You started in the right place, but you will have to explore your focus, realistic capabilities, and desire...
- Richard Lynch
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ANSWER 3:
Clark, I'm only a rabid amateur, so no useful advice from me. But if you do a search under "career" here in the BP forum, you'll find over 300 queries similar to yours with loads of comments worth every penny you're paying for it. Good luck!
- Kay Beausoleil
ANSWER 4:
I'm very much in agreement with Richard that variety is important when you're planning a career in photography. Teaching and writing about the subject are great ways to go. If you enjoy shooting commercial work and you're very prolific, you might also consider selling your work through a stock agency. Also, identify what your photographic strengths are and build your career around them.
- Lynne Eodice
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2-Week Short Course: Photography for the Weekend Warrior
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4-Week Short Course: Fundamentals of Great Exposure
4-Week Short Course: Photographing Architecture: Around Town or Far Afield
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