Regular Photography Business Is Dying. Birthing Of 3d Photography Business!

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Of course I understand that the sentence “Regular photography business is dying” in this article title is too strong. The most talented photographers will be in business forever. I used it just to grab your attention to the problem that regular photography business got recently after starting a digital era.
Nowadays photo companies like Canon, Nikon and others are making simple to operate yet more and more advanced photo cameras and lenses, adding more new and useful features to the cameras, improving quality, sensitivity, noise reduction while at the same time cutting the price. Now everybody can buy a Digital SLR photo camera, read a photography book and take pretty good quality photos. Now we have more very affordable ink jet photo printers available in the market that can produce decent prints. There are many powerful photo editing programs for improving the images and making nice looking collages. The entire process of making nice pictures today is not difficult compared to the same process 10 years ago and much less expensive. That is good for the consumer but has put a great pressure on the professional photography business. Today anyone can buy computer, DSLR camera, ink jet photo printer and call themselves a professional photographer.
Today many people prefer to invite a friend to take their wedding photographs rather than use a professional wedding photographer. Those that do use a professional are expecting lower expenses as there are many standard photographers to choose from.Now many people prefer to make the photos by themselves without going to professional photographers and photo studios. That is why we can say that regular photography business is under huge pressure.
Over the years digital photography has become common place and technology has simplified and improved the resulting pictures to the point where even large companies in the photo processing industry are closing down outlets. Those that remain are trying to regain business by offering large format prints or prints on canvas, things the general public cannot produce. Many large stores which do not offer those services do not have photo departments anymore where previously they had big profitable photo departments.
But there is a new way for photo business, the business that is not easy to repeat by everybody and with very attractive product for customers! I am talking about 3D photography business.
3D Photography Business
There are several ways for taking 3D pictures and for most of them the viewer needs some special glasses for seeing 3D effect. That is not convenient for customers and not good for business. However there is one technology that does not need any kind of glasses. That is 3D lenticular technology.
3D lenticular technology is the most suitable for customers because people can hold the picture in the hands and see 3D, without crazy “crossing eyes” or having the special glasses. 3D lenticular pictures have the regular colors like regular photos; they can be in any sizes from small wallet size to big size for putting on a wall, they look like the regular photos just more alive because of the depth. That is why regular people prefer 3D lenticular images compare to other types of 3D pictures.
One of the main problems of making 3D lenticular images is a difficulty of taking the pictures and a very long and labour-consuming process of creating the pictures. For example,even couple years ago we spent at least 2-3 hours before getting an image, because almost all stages of process of creating 3D picture were manual.Of course, it is not acceptable for business because the price of each picture was very high. But luckily now, with modern 3D lenticular technology we can receive 3D lenticular picture in just 10 minutes and even less and most of this time is spending on printing because almost all steps of lenticular technology are automated now, for example, process could be so automated that period of time between triggering 3D camera and starting printing could be as low as 40 seconds. This In-Depth Image System was developed for covering all technology steps in process of producing of 3D lenticular pictures from taking the frames to creating 3D image. This system is easy to operate, for example, we can teach the people how to work with In-Depth Image System and produce 3D lenticular images during 3-4 hours and people do not have to be the experts in photography or in computer.
In-Depth Image System can be successfully used in many different photo market niches. There are:

Portrait photography;

School and graduation photography;

Event photography;

Pets photography;

Advertisement photography and so on.

In-Depth Image System could be used for establishing of 3D photo business because:

In-Depth Image System produces High Quality 3D Lenticular pictures in different sizes;

This system is simple to operate;

In-Depth Image technology of producing 3D lenticular images is easy and rapid;

There is no necessity to have very experienced staff;

The prices on 3D pictures are very competitive with the prices that ask regular photo studios for regular flat pictures;

It is almost impossible to repeat this process by customers themselves, so you will be the only expert in making 3D lenticular pictures in your area;

It is profitable.

Please, look at the real sample picture that were made by In-Depth Image System below. Unfortunately that is impossible to show the depth on that picture because computer monitor can show the flat images only. That is why I created animation GIF file from the frames taken by our system. Originally we shot 12 – 18 frames, so 3D lenticular pictures are much smoother and without any rough jumping like on animation pictures.

How to Become Freelance Photography

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The picture is very interesting, if someone has a hobby or profession. While there are some people who have an eye for photography, but you can learn some tricks and techniques of photography and ultimately to develop the ability to make good photos. Freelance photography may be your career or it may be something that starts in his spare time to start, but to get money from him. And freedom “, writes in this sense that many people to come forward and enjoy the freedom of working essentially do for yourself in your own time and money on something you love doing anyway. To begin, the work gain to be found as a freelance photographer, you need a portfolio. Even if he had published photographs or the audience, you can start with a portfolio of work and then add more if we won or a photo will start paying job. Some of the points are mention below which helps in becoming freelancer professional photographer. In the field of freelancer photography its compulsory to have an eye for unique vision and sense to be unique as compare to others.

Specialize:- Learn what kind of photography interests you most and to specialize in it. It is easier to learn to do something specific to do. Find your niche and focus. You may want to do photography or photographing the marine environment. Decide and build your business around it.

Portfolio:- A portfolio shows his skills as a photographer. Can the business without starting. Potential customers see your portfolio to decide if they like your work and you want to hire. With a portfolio can help you find the job you really want. Go through the pictures taken so far and choose the best record in your portfolio. Your portfolio should focus on the kind of photo that you want to do. Do not fill your portfolio with fashion photography, if you want the political picture.

Approach Your Clients:- Who does not? Want to work for newspapers or magazines? Want to work for a company? Make a list of companies or individuals in your area, the photo and can reach, for the functions to be brave and ready to go to find work. The projects will not fall into your lap. You should have the first ball.

Build a Website:- Most people are searching on-line for photographers these days. Every photographer should have a clean, professional looking website. Your website must contain information about you, your experience, the area where you work, contact information and portfolio.

Wedding photography canvas photo prints

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Weddings are just so exciting and so romantic. You just want them to last forever. One real great way to try and make the memory go on would be to have a really great photographer with you on the big day and have them snap up loads of photos as the day goes on. Your photographer will also have a contact for great quality canvas prints, it would be a good idea to get a select of your photos from your photographer and you and your new loved one in marriage can then choose which photos you would like to be printed as a canvas photo and then you can cherish that moment that has been printed for many years to come. Canvas prints last for at least 80 years now that uv pigment ink is used with most canvas printers so that’s some great news to keep in mind to.

The good thing about a wedding is having all the family together with you to share your special occasion. You could ask your photographer to make sure they get lots of great shots of your family as well as you on your special day. That way your family could get some nice prints done also. Of course the main part of the day is yourself and the great thing about such an amazing occasion is all the laughter and all the music and positive energy. That’s what weddings are all about.

I really like those photographs that are taken and then put on the photographer’s website in order so you can see the whole day unfold. It’s a really great way for others and yourself to see your special day in another perspective to.

Weather you start your day of at a pub or if you just go straight from your hose to the church it’s always a nervous start of both bride and groom. This is a great photo opportunity for the person taking your photos to get a few snaps of both the bride and groom to show them how funning they looked with nerves before getting married. The bride and groom would like to see those pictures to.

So you’re at the church next. If you are going to get any canvas prints mad up from your wedding photos then this is the moment you really want to photographer to work hard on. You want them to get you going up the aisle and also at the altar then come down the aisle and then outside with confetti over you as you come out the church. Make sure you photographer gets those memorable moments. I’m sure they will gets those with their camera but just double check they do as those type of photo look so amazing when printed as a wonderful work of art that get wrapped around a beautiful wooden frame.

Next is the brilliant party. We all love this party. It’s time to chill out. Do some speeches and have some food. You should get some really great photos here for keep sack. This is why weddings are such a great way to get some lovely personal photos and are also a great way to use different types of printing methods to brighten up many parts of your home. It’s such an amazing feeling to look up and see your wonderful day up on your wall. It also helps to if you’re feeling a little down on a specific day to so that always a great positive way to lift spirits to. Even if you just have you own photos from your very special day and you wasn’t offered by your photographer to opportunity to get some canvas picture made up then you can simply do this yourself, as there is so many different experienced canvas printing companies online that you can select form. Just simply choose your photo and then choose your preferred printing business to make your canvas print and then just sit back relax and wait for your stunning hand make prints to come in the post.

Stock Photography – A Viable Option

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With the present economic climate and its detrimental economic effects spreading to each and every possible corner in the world; many people have lost faith in the pre existing system that governed the way in which business activities were carried out. So its not a surprise that many people are looking for new jobs and most of all jobs that are more self reliant in nature. This phenomenon or mode of thinking is quite justified because in the pre recession years people were more dependent on giant multi-national corporations for their jobs. However, the sad fact is that it was the unscrupulous business practices of these same corporations that brought about the present recession and large scale unemployment. Then again every environment, no matter how extreme the conditions are; provides its set of opportunities. In many ways the stock photography industry is one such industry or sector that holds tremendous promise.

The potential offered by the stock photography industry is pretty obvious as there still is a lot of demand to buy stock images in spite of the economic downturn. Then again just like the pre recession period the hunt is still going on for the best stock photography agency. Now one may wonder why the stock photography sites have managed to proliferate during such trying times. Then again when one considers the fact that with so many free images being available on the internet how is it possible for individuals to buy images? In fact its quiet surprising to many that there is even the slightest amount of demand to justify the need to by images.

The growth of the stock photography industry during these periods of economic downturn can perhaps be described as – one of the direct consequences of the recession that shows us the right way forward. To simply put it – stock photography sites are the new advertising alternative and most importantly they use the medium that shows the maximum potential i.e. the internet. After the economic downturn companies had to cut down their costs and still maintain their competitiveness, what more the internet was the most obvious choice. Correspondingly for advertising effectiveness stock photography sites are the best source, period! Then again in the stock photography industry the emphasis is now on producing images that are unique, exclusive and of the highest quality. And without doubt these are the requirements that would categorize the best stock photography agency.

Can You Fake Your Own Product Photography Studio In House

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Do you really need a product photography studio, or can you get away with photographing your products in house? If you look at the average sort of price charged by a commercial advertising photographer you’ll almost certainly be tempted to consider avoiding having to rely on a fully equipped product photography studio, instead using lower grade equipment, and hoping that a few key techniques will get you by.

It’s understandable since at the moment almost all small and medium sized businesses are looking to make cuts wherever possible. Sadly many photographic studios seem unwilling to help smaller businesses keep up with the big businesses, pricing themselves out of the market in many cases. It should be noted though that this isn’t always the case, and if you’re prepared to look about there are a few photography studios offering lower priced deals for small and medium sized businesses.

But is even that expensive fully justified, if it really is possible instead to take your product photographs in house? Certainly it’s relatively easy these days to pick up a pretty decent digital camera in any high street store. With even mobile phones now able to take the same sort of quality image of a decent digital camera a few years ago, the quality of the image is likely to be very good if you’re prepared to spend over 300 at least. But you shouldn’t just be budgeting for the camera, because there are many other camera equipment items besides the camera itself which will be necessary.

Thinking small and simple to begin with, you’ll certainly need a tripod in order to make sure the camera is stable and lined up correctly. But if you hook a camera to a tripod, no matter how careful you are there is often a slight bit of movement once you press the shutter button. This is why it’s often a good idea to have a remote shutter button on a lead, so that you can trigger the camera without nudging it, even slightly.

Then of course there’s the lighting. Don’t think for one moment that the built in flash on even a good camera will be good enough. In fact you needn’t even consider the flash as usable on most digital cameras. You’ll need to look at an external flash or lighting system, and this will of course need to be hooked in to the remote trigger. Different products will require different lighting solutions. A fully equipped product photography studio will have a whole range of lighting solutions, including soft lighting, hard lighting, coloured lighting and even LED lighting.

But then again, lighting is not just about lights, because sometimes it will be necessary to diffuse the light, or even have it reflect in different ways for a clearer result. This is where reflector boards, panels and umbrellas will be helpful, creating the sort of diffused lighting which allows products to be seen clearly, as they would in optimum daylight, without lights creating or exacerbating shadows and contrast. Another issue you’ll find with taking product photographs in house is that you’ll be unable to remove the backgrounds very easily. You can tell at a glance when a product photograph has been taken in house, ‘on the cheap’, because you can see the background – often just a sheet hung over something.

A professional product photography studio will usually have what is called an infinity cove, which is a specially designed room or space which has no corners or edges, and therefore nothing to suggest that there is any background at all. Products can be photographed in front of this, and will stand out clearly, and can even be cut out from the backgrounds and superimposed on alternative backgrounds. This is just the starting point for creating decent photographic images, although there’s a great deal more besides these first few tips. If you’re looking to save money, you really are best off looking for a product photography studio which specialises in offering service which are affordable for small and medium sized businesses.