Can you remember the first decent paid photography gig you got? The one where you thought- OMG I’m really doing this! It might have been 30 years ago or 3 years ago but there’s a very strong chance it was inspired by something you created for yourself. And you shared it because, what the heck,
Finding Direction
Personal work is not this
If you watched the presentation last week with Billy Plummer you’ll have heard him talk about the difference between tests and personal work. (If not, you can still catch the replay here.) It’s well understood that tests are when you photograph to try out new gear, lighting and technique. But when you photograph with an
How to make personal work which will get you paid
Have you ever wished you could get inside the brain of a creative director? One that has hired countless photographers for high end brand campaigns? I’m thrilled to share that in exactly one week from now I have a real treat for you. Join myself and Billy Plummer for an inspirational online presentation, “It’s all
What would happen if it all worked out?
There are probably lots of things you want. Beautiful, challenging, meaningful briefs that align with the work you love making. An income which allows you to support those who need you, and which gives you the freedom to say no to the jobs which don’t float your boat. And space to create work for yourself
Slay the dragon
In exactly a week’s time, all over Asia, the Chinese Lunar New Year is beginning, and I always love this time to actually stop and set goals. Let’s face it- there’s just so much stuff going on in December and January. This year is the year of the dragon, and often known as the year
Guns and Lenses
OMG can we please invent a new word for ‘shooting’ this year ? ‘Lens-based-image-making’ is ridiculously long winded. ‘Photographing’ means stills only. ‘Filming’ means motion only. FFS. I looked online for alternatives to the word shoot. These were some of them: Execute Fire Launch Blast Explode Murder Bombard Hit Hurl None of them the focused,
Who wants to revive this year?
Can I just say that even though we’re in summer, the Pacific ocean is freezing at the moment. It always starts off cold and in early autumn it’s warmest of all. I love the cold water so much. I like the contrast and how glowy I feel when I get out. The pain is worth