Background Art: ‘Lover Skulls’ by Jesse Littlebird
Our latest background image is a painting by artist, photographer and filmmaker Jesse Littlebird. Check out his visual art on Instagram.
Photography
In a world where everyone with an iPhone can take a decent photo, it can be very tricky to carve out a living as a professional photographer. These posts share experiences and insights from the field and related fields like independent publishing.
Support Arts Hub’s Artist Relief Fund
Hey arts-loving friends! Albuquerque’s Arts Hub is raising funds for artists impacted by the pandemic. Donate at their Facebook page or at their website at http://www.abqartshub.com/relief
How Do I Know If I’m Ready for Management?
If your inbox is overflowing with booking requests and media opportunities, and you simply cannot handle the workload on your own, you need a manager.
Trump, the HR Department and a New Hope for the Inexperienced
Now, because of one man, there is hope for me and others like me throughout the country yearning to work jobs they have previously found themselves barred from simply because they have no experience. Who is this Chuck Yeager; this Jackie Robinson; this Harvey Milk of the inexperienced?
Native Voices Matter Now More Than Ever: How Sundance Inspired Me
Being surrounded by different indigenous people lit a spark, filled me with pride, and confirmed to me that yes, it is our time as the youth of the Native nations of America to rise up and be the generation that takes back not only our identity but our voice.
Dear Rich: I Never Got Paid for My Photo. Can I Sue?
My husband’s photo was chosen by a huge non-profit for a postcard. He signed a non-exclusive licensing agreement for the use with payment of $250. They have never paid us and continue selling the postcard into the millions of copies. Can’t we sue?
Artistry Means Evolution
Mastery means knowing in your bones what you donʼt know. It also means form is second nature—you didnʼt get up that mountain without learning how to hike. And it means youʼre free. When you come back down, youʼve been changed.
Dear Rich: Can I Copyright Colorized Photos from Public Domain?
If the underlying work is in the public domain, you’re free to do what you want with it. If the work is not in the public domain, you will need permission from the copyright owner to reproduce or sell the derivative (or risk a charge of infringement).
Four Hurdles of a Professional Photographer
Photography, by definition, requires gear. Certain types of photography, such as low-light events or high-value real estate, require expensive gear. You canʼt pay for your expensive gear with retweets and Facebook shares.
Music Video Showcase: ‘Fat Faded Fuck Face’ by Die Antwoord
The song’s lyrics follow the long tradition of smack talkers and lyrical braggarts, touching on important issues like partying, hangovers, haters and stupid fans. Just some of the classics, really.
Self-Evolution: From Brushes and Paint to Photoshop
As I slowly began to pick up the basics of computers, from simple things like working with documents, to photo editing and management, I was able to debunk some beliefs I had about myself and as a result, it has expanded my virtual and artistic horizons.
Backstory: Photographing Hillary
I began to understand some of the day-to-day challenges of the job of being a politician and I really began to feel sorry for Ms. Clinton. She must have had to do this same photo shoot with a pack of locals in damn near every county in New York.
The P.I. Project: Investigating Missing Husbands and Lost Cats
Last week I began working for a client who is unraveling the mysterious story of her missing husband. Yesterday I started looking for a missing cat. I’m compiling a witness list for a lawyer who has been generously giving me work to collect hours towards my P.I. license.
Creating Art, Adventure and Experience through The P.I. Project
I became fascinated with how closely connected the power dynamic in the use of photography is with those at work in private investigation.
Backstory: Press Conference on the Pier
Standing among a pack of the usual reporters, camera in hand, I was trying to think of some way to make someone standing there talking look interesting—always a challenge.
Dear Little Bobby: Racial Injustice, and Fuck the Police
I want to DO SOMETHING but I have no idea how my voice could possibly make this situation any less shitty, because, come on.