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Expert Advice: A Guide to Photo Contests and Grants

Expert Advice: A Guide to Photo Contests and Grants

Sonia Klug 27 February 2023
Winning the right kind of award can put a photographer on the map. But entering photo contests can also be time-consuming, expensive, and futile. Wonderful Machine looks into how to play this game to win.
Expert Advice: Photographer Associations

Expert Advice: Photographer Associations

Sonia Klug 14 February 2023
Professional associations have been around since the Middle Ages, with the purpose of upholding standards, supporting members, and advocating for their rights. In our digital age, the media landscape is undergoing rapid and drastic changes, and professionals need these organizations more than ever to advocate for their rights.
Expert Advice: Wealth Management and FINANCIAL LITERACY for Photographers

Expert Advice: Wealth Management and FINANCIAL LITERACY for Photographers

Bill Cramer 8 February 2023
Photographers think a lot about how to make money, but saving is a different story. It’s a unique challenge for many photographers. Here’s how to meet it.
Expert Advice: Google Analytics Setup

Expert Advice: Google Analytics Setup

Josip Hotovec 1 February 2023
If you haven’t heard, Google Analytics is transitioning from Universal Analytics to GA4, and we recommend you make the switch too! We’ll break down the why and how of setting up GA4, which you should do ASAP, as Google will discontinue Universal Analytics on July 1, 2023.
Expert Advice: Facebook for Photographers

Expert Advice: Facebook for Photographers

Sonia Klug 24 January 2023
Read our guide to this social media giant and how to make the most of your Facebook profile.
Expert Advice: Self-Assigned Projects

Expert Advice: Self-Assigned Projects

Sonia Klug 17 January 2023
A photographer’s creativity, vision, and tenacity make one succeed while others struggle. And self-assigned projects are the perfect opportunity to develop and hone these qualities.
Specialty: What is Portraiture Photography?

Specialty: What is Portraiture Photography?

Sonia Klug 9 January 2023
Good portraiture photography doesn’t just show a person’s appearance but reveals something about their character and humanity. We dive into the details of this exciting specialty.
Expert Advice: Social Media for Photographers

Expert Advice: Social Media for Photographers

Sonia Klug 21 December 2022
A well-maintained social media presence is essential for many photographers. However, the constant updates this requires can be very time-consuming. We look at how photographers can use social media efficiently and effectively to grow their businesses.
Specialty: What is Home/Garden Photography?

Specialty: What is Home/Garden Photography?

Sonia Klug 15 December 2022
Home/Garden Photography provides inspiration for our own living spaces and often satisfies our curiosity about how other people live. It’s a reliable staple across mainstream media and less subject to trends and ups and downs than other photography genres.
Specialty: What is Outdoor/Adventure Photography?

Specialty: What is Outdoor/Adventure Photography?

Sonia Klug 21 November 2022
Outdoor and Adventure Photography has a broad appeal to many different types of clients. However, when it comes to the photographer, there is a definite common factor: a desire for adrenaline-fueled action and a love for the great outdoors.
Specialty: What is Aerial Photography?

Specialty: What is Aerial Photography?

Sonia Klug 9 November 2022
Aerial photographs can not just convey a lot of information with one picture, but also tend to lift the spirits. There is something very special about the birds-eye view, which inspires photographers and viewers alike.
Crew: What is a Sound Stage?

Crew: What is a Sound Stage?

Sonia Klug 4 November 2022
No matter how much effort and resources you put into filming, bad audio can ruin a video or film, so it’s worth investing time and part of the budget on a sound stage to ensure the sound is also spot on.
Expert Advice: The Creative Call

Expert Advice: The Creative Call

Craig Oppenheimer 29 September 2022
Creative calls are a critical component of any photographer’s business. We discuss what they are, how to prepare for one, and how to make the most of this process.
Crew: What Drone Pilots Do

Crew: What Drone Pilots Do

Sonia Klug 19 September 2022
The technological advances of the last decade have made drones and drone cameras affordable and commonplace. Now there are many photographers who prefer to hire a professional drone pilot rather than do it themselves and here’s why…
Specialty: What is Social Documentary Photography?

Specialty: What is Social Documentary Photography?

Stephanie Avilés, Tara Todras-Whitehill 12 September 2022
Imagine the iron-willed defiance of a protester, a mother’s tender touch, or the resilience on the face of a refugee. This type of powerful imagery is what we call social documentary photography. It strikes a delicate balance between documenting real-life and inspiring social change.
Expert Advice: Photo Assignment Scams

Expert Advice: Photo Assignment Scams

Bill Cramer 21 August 2022
Wonderful Machine members often receive emails with fake commissions. CEO Bill Cramer details how to recognize and protect yourself against them.
Crew: What Wardrobe Stylists Do

Crew: What Wardrobe Stylists Do

Dominique Kilkelly 18 August 2022
Whenever you’re on a shoot that involves talent, you should consider the wardrobe stylist your secret weapon. Find out more about what stylists do and how they are integral to the success of a project.
Expert Advice: Self-Publishing a Photobook

Expert Advice: Self-Publishing a Photobook

Polly Gaillard 27 July 2022
We take a deep dive into the world of self-publishing a photobook. Find out everything you need to know about the process, from concept and design to marketing and distribution.
Expert Advice: Independent Photobook Publishers

Expert Advice: Independent Photobook Publishers

Polly Gaillard 12 July 2022
Independent photobook publishers print creative and beautifully crafted books that become an extension of the photographers’ project. Learn about the pros, cons, process, and cost of working with indie presses.
Expert Advice: Traditional Photobook Publishers

Expert Advice: Traditional Photobook Publishers

Polly Gaillard 6 July 2022
Traditional photobook publishers are highly selective in their choices of what photography books they publish. They handle all aspects of the production – from the design process to the book’s production, distribution, and marketing.
Expert Advice: Publishing a Photobook

Expert Advice: Publishing a Photobook

Polly Gaillard 28 June 2022
The number of photobook publishers has increased dramatically. Additionally, a photographer’s desire to publish photobooks has grown. We examine the ins and outs of photobook publishing through traditional publishing houses, independent presses, and self-publishing
Crew: What Set Designers Do

Crew: What Set Designers Do

Stephanie Avilés 15 June 2022
Set designers are an integral part of any production as they create the perfect setting to bring your visual concept to life and elevate your photography.
Specialty: What is Industrial Photography?

Specialty: What is Industrial Photography?

Polly Gaillard 13 April 2022
Photography was born of the Industrial Revolution, and it was an essential tool in documenting the Industrial age — steam engines, steel factories, textile mills, and mining operations.
Crew: What Photography Assistants Do

Crew: What Photography Assistants Do

Polly Gaillard 7 April 2022
A photographer’s assistant is an anticipator, a problem solver, a wire wrangler, a light setter, a meter reader, and an equipment handler. Essentially, a photography assistant is an extra set of eyes, ears, and hands that stays attuned to the photographer’s every shooting need.
Expert Advice: The Best CRM for Photographers

Expert Advice: The Best CRM for Photographers

Polly Gaillard 30 March 2022
We’ve put together a list of our favorite CRM apps for photographers including their advantages, disadvantages, and price points.
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