November 2011

November 2011

DPP Solutions: A One-Stop Shop
Companies that can host image galleries, handle print fulfillment and make creation of a book turnkey can be a boon to your business
Wedding and event photographers already know the benefits of working with a company that can host your image galleries and also take care of your printmaking and other revenue-generating services.
DPP Solutions: Que Audio DSLR-Video Microphone Kit
Step up to a compact microphone system for your camera rig
by George Petersen The audio side of your DSLR isn't at the same level as its image quality unfortunately.
Hi-Tech Studio: Strobe Packs
These workhorse capacitors are the mainstays of studio still photography
In DPP, we’ve reported on the trend to smaller and lighter-weight lighting gear that works well for professionals who are constantly having to be on the move.
November 2011
New Tools Of The Trade
by Staff
Then & Now
See how digital has changed the workhorse kits of working pros and what the essential DSLR and lens combinations are today
by The Editors In the decade since 2001, the world has changed dramatically.

Angela Marklew: Ahead Of The Curve
Angela Marklew is a young, L.A.-based professional whose photography is playful, ironic and full of unexpected elements
By Amanda Quintenz-Fiedler, Photography By Angela Marklew At first glance, it seems like any other beauty shot.
Jane Queen: Dangerously Dolly
Bold, striking and sexy, photographer Jane Queen’s alternative portraiture is a stylistic blend of gorgeous women, vivid tattoos and a modern approach to classic pinup
By David Willis, Photography By Jane Queen At 12 years old, Dangerously Dolly, as photographer Jane Queen is most commonly known, began her work in the visual arts by teaching herself how to do digital image manipulation long before she ever picked up a camera.
Ron Haviv: The Impotence Of Authority
Ron Haviv is the epitome of the modern global photojournalist and one of the founders of VII Photo Agency. Along with his travels to faraway nations, he also documents a war zone that’s much closer to home.
By Brian Davis, Photography By Ron Haviv Imagine a big-city mayor, the chief executive of a city of more than 1.5 million people, giving an historic speech in front of no one.

Layers & Creative Sharpening
Gain more control with sharpening layers
by John Paul Caponigro In this issue, we're going to examine how to use layers to gain finer control over the USM when you're using it creatively. There are many ways to modify sharpening effects using layers.
Photo Books 101
The revolution in self-publishing has opened the door for professionals to create commercial-quality photo books for portfolios, promo pieces and leave-behinds
by The Editors So much photography is created for digital delivery that holding one's printed work—especially in photo book form—is a more pleasurable, tactile experience than ever.
The Biggest Shoot Of Your Life
For a young professional, building your book is a daunting task. Here’s how Rachel Whaley, a 21-year-old, California-based professional, planned and executed a high-concept, multiday spec shoot.
By William Sawalich, Photography By Rachel Whaley There are many differences between the way a professional photographer works and the way an amateur works, but the biggest of them can be callously summed up by money because quality costs money.

Is Cloud Storage For You?
Recent announcements by several tech giants have brought cloud storage into the mainstream. Will it work for you as a professional photographer?
by Tim Grey The Internet is nothing new to photographers obviously, and it has had a tremendous impact on the overall photographic industry. In some ways that impact has been remarkably good, such as it's enabling photographers to reach a huge audience at very little cost

Misinformation: Business Tech
Traditional media isn’t the only outlet for reportage
by David Willis We know the familiar archetype of the photojournalist—the grizzled war veteran who has seen it all and captured it with his lens.
Stay On Track
Before filing a lawsuit, consider the possible ramifications and what victory or loss will accomplish
by Samuel Lewis One of the inevitable realities that any business involved in image creation and/or licensing will encounter is discovering instances where the business’ copyrights have been infringed.
Vision To Visuals: Art And The Downtown Alliance
Wrapping post-9/11 construction zones in transformative art
by Baldev Duggal The 10th anniversary of 9/11 arrived in our city with grace.

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