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February 23rd, 2008

Copyrighting Pictures the Right Way

I really hate watermarks and most credit lines plastered on an image, because they ruin the visual experience of a viewer.
The right way to copyright your pictures and visual work is to go minimal. Let’s take one of my images, a picture of the PSP working with an HDTV:

September 23rd, 2007

Call for Help: Freelancer Wants Sports Photography Tips

Sasha was recently at basketball game, practicing her freelance photography skills, and she’s wondering how the pros do it.
Even if you’re not a serious sports photographer, but at least know a thing or two, head over to The Parody. Sasha has helpfully listed out the settings she used on her dSLR. Those who help out […]

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August 28th, 2007

3 Skills That Will Pay For Your Retirement

Any freelancer or contract worker should always work towards a desired future. This dream can be as noble as affecting genuine social change, or as basic as financial independence.
In the latter case, it helps to know the right skills. Here are three proficiencies I think will continue to enjoy a high demand from clients over […]

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March 7th, 2007

A Way for Freelance Photographers to Avoid Legal Troubles

You’re happily snapping away with your new camera, building a portfolio for your freelance photography career. Suddenly you’ve hit the jackpot, capturing an image so wonderfully that many are willing to pay for its use. Congratulations! You’ve created a money-making asset!
Unfortunately, it turns out someone in the picture is convinced that you’ve failed to ask […]

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