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Continue reading →: What Do You Do?You may have bought some of my work in the past. You may follow me on social media. Whatever the reason, I would like to know more about those who like my work.
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Continue reading →: If I CouldIf I could, I would get all the fun stuff that could help a business out
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Continue reading →: 5 Things I Wish I Knew When I StartedIf I could tell my younger self just five things about photography when first starting out
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Continue reading →: Soul Proprietor Book ReviewI will go over Soul Proprietor by Jane Pollack. I will just go over some of the key lessons, with my thoughts on each.
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Continue reading →: Who Do I Follow on Social Media?I follow a lot of people on social media. Not all of them are artists.
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Continue reading →: Behind the Scenes of My BusinessMy camera, coupled with a 24-70mm lens, is one of the top tools I use. My desktop computer is a tool I use not only to edit my work, but also used in scouting new locations, doing research on what I’ve shot, and in doing almost all the business stuff.
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Continue reading →: The Path Less TraveledI recently rented a macro lens to test it out before shelling out the big bucks for one. My wife really wants me to get one. I suppose it is to expand my type of photography. I don’t have a definitive genre of photography, but I love to shoot almost…
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Continue reading →: Interview with JaniceIt’s much harder to start back up than if you never stopped. Never stop doodling. Exploring. Trying new styles and techniques and mediums. Don’t be afraid to learn and try and fail and try again. Don’t beat yourself up.
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Continue reading →: I Want to Shoot That!A lot of people have a bucket list of things they want to do before they die. I have put a spin on this and created a bucket list of places I want to photograph. This is not a must-do list or anything like that. Just places I would like…
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Continue reading →: Behind the Shot #1This is the first of what I hope will be many posts with this title. In it, I will go over a recent shot I took. I will recount as much as much as I can remember about it, including locations, camera settings, and as much of the editing I…
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Follow the Yellow Brick Road (or follow these artists instead)
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Continue reading →: Follow the Yellow Brick Road (or follow these artists instead)I have compiled a short list of some of the artists I follow on Instagram. These are my top ones, what some may call favorites. They are not in any order, as I like them all. I have included their Instagram handle so you can find them, and hopefully, follow…
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Continue reading →: Packing for an art showI have seen how many artists create a set-up for storing and transporting their items in their transport vans. I have even seen one for an SUV.
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Continue reading →: Behind the Scenes of My BusinessRemember, it is not about the equipment, but rather, how…
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Continue reading →: Do a Photo-walk? Sure!That was the first photo-walk I had ever participated in. It was a fun experience that any kind of artist should try.
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Continue reading →: A Photography ClassOver the weekend I mentored a class about using composition in landscape photography.
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Continue reading →: Hunters and FarmersGive them reasons to buy from you. These could be anything from…
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Continue reading →: Photography books I read last yearIf you personally know me, you know I like to read. Being a photographer, I read books about photography.
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Continue reading →: Interview with Amber
It’s much harder to start back up than if you never stopped. Never stop doodling. Exploring. Trying new styles and techniques and mediums. Don’t be afraid to learn and try and fail and try again. Don’t beat yourself up.
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Continue reading →: Interview with Kori Jo
Just be you. Don’t change because of someone else’s opinions or criticism’s. Most of all believe in yourself. Don’t be afraid to put yourself out there.
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Continue reading →: Interview with Sara Krogul
Never give up. Keep practicing. Try new artforms. Take local art classes. Visit galleries. Stay in touch with the art community.
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Continue reading →: I Have a Plan!Be prepared to laugh, shake your head in amazement, or think that I have really got it together. Or all three.
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Continue reading →: Music is the Soundtrack of Your Life – Dick ClarkIf you were to look at the songs I have, you’d be surprised at some of my selections.
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Continue reading →: The Rougher Side of Fine ArtI recently read a blog that said if it is not on photographic paper, it is not fine art.
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Continue reading →: Art and Passion
Passion is a strong emotion. It can also be an object of someone’s love, like art.
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Continue reading →: Beauty in ArtAs they say, beauty is in the eye of the beholder. Art does not have to be beautiful to be appreciated.
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Continue reading →: the WAR of ART
The premise of the book is to help struggling artists break through the blocks and win the inner creative battles.
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Continue reading →: Soul Proprietor
Though a small book, Soul Proprietor is packed full of lessons for entrepreneurs. The author, Jane Pollak, goes through a list of 101 lessons. Each lesson is one to two pages long, which makes this an easy read. The book is also divided into chapters, each covering a general subject.…
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Continue reading →: Worth Every Penny
This book is exactly what the title says. Out of all the marketing books I’ve read so far, this is by far the best.
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Rediscovering Forgotten Machinery: The Art of Industrial Decay
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Continue reading →: Rediscovering Forgotten Machinery: The Art of Industrial DecayEach element—every bolt, every flake of rust—serves as a testament to the craftsmanship of a bygone era.
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Unique Shots Around the House: A Photo Assignment
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Continue reading →: Unique Shots Around the House: A Photo AssignmentToday, as I was on the front porch reveling in the warmth of the sun, I thought of a quick photo assignment for myself.
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Continue reading →: A Journey of Observation: Lessons from Alexandra HorowitzThis book … will help you see (and hear) the world in new ways, which can only enhance your creative work.
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Continue reading →: Discover Hidden Gems: Photography Along BackroadsThis is my van after taking gravel roads home. I was returning from delivering some artwork to a gallery in Wilmington, Illinois. In other states one can find many things to photograph when driving on gravel or dirt roads. In Illinois, not so much. The only shots I got were…
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Continue reading →: Why Productivity is My Word for the Year in 2025Productivity isn’t just about output—it’s about working smarter and aligning my efforts with the results I want to see.
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Top 10 Favorite Photography Shots of the Year
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Continue reading →: Top 10 Favorite Photography Shots of the YearI had never seen an old door with two key holes before. I thought it odd, so I photographed it.
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Signs of Burnout for Photographers and How to Recover
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Continue reading →: Signs of Burnout for Photographers and How to RecoverBefore it spirals out of control, it’s important to recognize the signs of burnout.
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Continue reading →: Challenges in Art Shows: A Year of Low SalesWell, my outdoor art show season is over at last. The canopy and weights are in the garage. The artwork put aside in my office, ready for the indoor events over this autumn and winter. Time to relax and enjoy the time off. Who am I kidding? It’s time to…
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Continue reading →: Switching from Adobe Lightroom Classic to Capture One: My JourneyThe author encountered persistent issues with Lightroom Classic, leading them to switch to Capture One for photo editing. Despite the initial reluctance to change, the new software offers similar features and a reliable printing interface. The switch promises cost savings and an end to technical support and crashing problems, providing…
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