Photography Resources
Professional photography is more than just having a great eye. To compete in today’s market you must be prepared and equipped to deal with the demands of your profession. Having professional photography equipment is essential to becoming a ‘professional’ photographer. Acquiring the professional gear needed to shoot premium commercial photography takes time, money, and patience; professional gear isn’t cheap.
In an effort to assist you with your photography endeavors, Christopher has compiled a list of professional photography resources designed to maximize your potential as a photographer. Each of these resources serve a specific interest and should be considered carefully. Please Note: There are endless professional resources available to photographers; listed below are just a few of the services Christopher uses on a regular basis.
Personal Note
“When I was coming up through the ranks as a photographer, I didn’t have anyone to turn to for advice; I had to learn everything on my own. Photography can be extremely competitive, it’s a sink or swim environment. Now that I’ve achieved some success in my career, I just want to give back; I enjoy sharing my resources.” – Christopher Durst
Photography Organizations
American Society of Media Photographers – www.asmp.org
International Federation of New Media – www.ifnm.org
International Freelance Photographers Organization – www.aipress.com
Picture Licensing Universal System – www.useplus.com
Universal Photographic Digital Imaging Guidelines – www.updig.org
US Press Association – www.uspressassociation.org
Bags & Road Cases
Photography Bags – www.lowepro.com
Road Cases – www.diyroadcasesstore.com
Camera Gear
Abe’s of Maine – www.abesofmaine.com
B&H Photo & Video – www.bhphotovideo.com
Editing Software
Aperture – www.apple.com/aperture
Lightroom – www.adobe.com/products/photoshop-lightroom.html
Photoshop – www.adobe.com/products/photoshop.html
Lighting
Studio Lighting – www.cowboystudio.com
Marketing
Email Marketing – www.myemma.com
Paper Products
Books / Portfolios – www.paperchase.net
Business Cards / Mailers – www.moo.com
Photography Books – www.blurb.com
Prints – www.nationsphotolab.com
Rentals
The LensPal – www.thelenspal.com
Borrow Lenses – www.borrowlenses.com
IE Photo Rentals – www.iephotorentals.com
Social Media
Facebook – www.facebook.com
Flickr – www.flickr.com
Smug – www.smugmug.com
Twitter – www.twitter.com
Websites
Photoshelter – www.photoshelter.com
Pictage – www.pictage.com
Livebooks – www.livebooks.com