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Photo Discussion / Photo Printing Via Internet

« on: March 09, 2010, 05:01:11 PM »

I apologize if there is already a thread on this topic (I browsed through several pages of threads and didn't see one). Does anyone use internet companies to print photos and have them mailed directly to you? I'm thinking about integrating this kind of service in to my business and I want to know which printing companies I should look in to or which companies that I should avoid. Any advice or feedback would be greatly appreciated. 

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Photo Discussion / Places to take pictures in the area?

« on: August 02, 2008, 11:09:16 AM »

I searched and didn't find any threads on this topic....

What are some suggestions for cool places to take pictures?

Now that my back has finally healed, I can actually get out of the house to take pictures! So I need some new places to go

I've done a lot of DC buildings...and great falls... but are there any hidden gems around here for great picture taking?

Thanks.

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Photo Discussion / Critiques?

« on: July 25, 2008, 08:03:27 PM »

Is there a specific place to post images for critique? If there isn't, would it be possible to make a section for that purpose? Just an idea

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Graphic Design & Illustration / Clip Art?

« on: May 31, 2008, 11:26:58 AM »

I have been doing some logo designs for some people and occasionally I find the need for clip art. Does anyone have a suggestion for good places to find clip art? I've seen those programs at best buy and stuff for like 1523509280395283952+ Clip Art on a CD. Are there any that are worth the money?

I know these clip art collections are sometimes viewed as stepping on the toes of graphic artists...so don't get mad at me I just need an occasional graphic for me to work with.

Thanks for the help 

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Photo Discussion / High-Speed Photography Brainstorm Thread

« on: April 20, 2008, 12:28:26 PM »

Over the past few weeks, I've been slowly gathering all the necessary equipment required to make some cool high-speed shots. The final piece of the puzzle arrived in the mail a few days ago...my super fancy bb gun 

I'm trying to come up with ideas for cool stuff to shoot, drop, or crush to make some neat shots. Now, my studio is a spare bedroom, so I don't want to make TOO much of a mess. I'm going to try to fashion some kind of box to contain the blast.

With all that said, I thought this would be the best place to brainstorm some ideas for stuff to destroy..all in the name of art I'm thinking eggs, shooting various fruits, etc. would be cool.  Shooting a wine glass might create too much of a mess....

Any thoughts?

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Graphic Design & Illustration / Tablets? Who has em?

« on: April 04, 2008, 04:12:49 PM »

I've been looking at tablets trying to decide which one to purchase. Almost every place I've looked, people have said "Don't waste your money, just by a Wacom!"

This one seems to me like it would work best for me. Wacoms are real expensive but I'm thinking it may be a good example of, you get what you pay for.

http://direct.wacom.com/stores/5/Bamboo_Fun_-_medium_-_silver_P1199C86.cfm?UserID=2302804&jsessionid=a63072c2842a$CC$E2$0

Does anyone have a Wacom? Or a different brand that you have had success with?

Any other thoughts and opinions that might help me with this decision? Thanks for you help!

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Art Business / Copyright info on Websites

« on: February 24, 2008, 08:33:36 PM »

I am always very careful about having copyright symbols all over my work....I guess I'm just paranoid like that. However, I don't want my website to be overdone with copyright info. So I suppose my question is, instead of having, lets say, "©2008 KHPhotography" under each photo, could I get away with one blanket statement on the main page? Something like, "All of the images seen on blahblahblah are protected by...blahblah" You get what I mean. Anyone have any opinions? Thanks

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Photo Discussion / Photo Seminar: Captivated by the Light

« on: February 19, 2008, 09:59:22 PM »

I'm not entirely positive if this is the right place to post this. I'm still learning my way around this place  (still a n00b) but here goes...

I registered for this photography seminar and figured I'd pass along the info for anyone else that might be interested. It is in Baltimore on May 1st and in Chantilly on May 4th. The website says it is $49 but if you use the promo code, "WESTCOTT", it will only be $19.

http://edpierceseminars.com/index.php

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Art Business / Copyright Info for the Visual Artist

« on: February 12, 2008, 10:15:53 PM »

I browsed through the topics to make sure there wasn't already a thread on this topic and I didn't see one. Please forgive me if this kinda stuff has already been posted

Even though I am new to the business aspect of photography, I have already come face to face with copyright issues and found that as an artist we need to know every little bit about our rights. I purchased a book called Legal Guide for the Visual Artist by Tad Crawford. I am but a few chapters in, and I've already learned sooo much from it. I feel it is an essential read for anyone looking to get into the business.

Two Circulars that every artist should be familiar with are Circular 1, "Copyright Basics" ( http://www.copyright.gov/circs/circ01.pdf ) and Circular 2, "Publications of Copyright" ( http://www.copyright.gov/circs/circ02.pdf )

And if you're in the mood for more reading, all the PDF files can be found here: http://www.copyright.gov/circs/

I know for you seasoned artists this is all old news, but it never hurts to have a refresher. I was caught off guard when I was questioned about copyrights (a motorcycle racer claiming that I did not own the copyright to my photograph because the photo was of him). So, it would be good for any and all of us to have a pretty good grasp on the laws if we ever come up against a copyright issue.