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Recently, pet photographer Craig Bullock won the title of New Zealand Portrait Photographer of the Year, the first time in the 80-year history of NZIPP that the award has been given to images of non-humans. Now that’s saying something!

Craig’s shots are breathtaking. He’s also authored several books including Quake Dogs and Quake Cats. He reveals: his preferred gear and lens choices, how he plans his pet shots and selects locations, how he poses and directs pets, shooting with one hand, understanding the body language of animals, post-production techniques and heaps more.

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If you want to succeed as a photographer, you need to make sales. Sometimes that can make you feel uncomfortable, especially if selling is not in your wheelhouse.

In this episode, we chat to Shawna Beckmann about how to overcome your fear of selling. We cover: Why is it so difficult for many artists to sell their work? What is the biggest mistake photographers make when they are trying to sell their work or services? How do we separate selling our services or work from selling ourselves and how not to take it personally?

One of the biggest hurdles many up and coming photographers face is getting a foot in the door and offering to work for free or super cheap. How do they get out of that mindset? How do we find clients that value what we do?

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What are the steps you need to take to create the perfect portrait? In this episode, Gina and Valerie discuss the seven steps that will ensure that you get the perfect portrait – every time. It’s not just about the lighting and posing, it’s also about what you’re trying to say (or what your client wants to say) about your subject.

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Step 1. Decide what you are trying to say

What kind of portrait are you creating and what are you trying to say? Is it a candid image that documents or preserves a moment in time? Is it a . . .

Simple styling and colour take your portrait shots to the next level. But where do you start on this? In this episode, Gina and Valerie discuss exactly that. We talk to experienced stylist and fashion insider Dijanna Mulhearn on how to draw attention to the best assets, how to diminish attention from the least favourite parts – and much more.

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Dijanna Mulhearn’s thirty years of experience in the fashion industry has spanned sales, public relations, advertising, brand building, writing, image crafting, personal styling and executive coaching.

Her clients have included leading international fashion brands from Target to Prada as well as . . .

What are the five things that every photographer must know? It’s probably not what you think! In this episode, Gina and Valerie discuss exactly that.

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Show Notes Your mind is an a-hole and the first thing that needs to be mastered “Inside of me, there are two dogs. One is mean and evil, and the other is good, and they fight each other all the time. When asked which one wins I answer, the one I feed the most.” ― Sitting Bull Learn how to ask and who to ask for constructive criticism Light is EVERYTHING Personal projects are a GAME . . .

What is light painting? This stunning photographic effect can be achieved with some simple hacks. The master of light painting, Denis Smith, is the guest on the podcast this episode. You’ll not only discover his secrets behind this stunning technique, you’ll also learn about his fascinating journey into photography.

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Denis Smith bought his first camera in 2009, and during the same year a huge life change saw him leave his home town of Auckland to make a new start in Adelaide, South Australia. The move away from Auckland and a high flying corporate life allowed Denis the time and space . . .

There’s more to shooting food than getting a good Instagrammable shot. In this episode, we speak to food photographer Joanie Simon who reveals her tips on how to photograph food and how to use artificial light to your best advantage.

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May 2019 Sicily Tour

How to shoot food photography like a pro with guest Joanie Simon

Joanie Simon is a commercial food photographer, educator and YouTuber based in Phoenix, Arizona. Her love of food came before the camera. She picked up her first DSLR in 2009 and discovered the art of food photography. By 2015, Joanie left . . .

Whether you want a fully fledged photography business or a side hustle, there are some important factors you need to consider if you want to get paid for your shots. In this episode, Gina and Valerie discuss the mistakes you should avoid in order to create a thriving creative business.

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Ready to start a photography business? Here are some common mistakes to avoid.

Giving up your day job. Quitting too soon Ignoring social media Only relying on social media Placing all your eggs in one basket Poor training and mentorship (learn how to shoot, how to charge etc) Charging too little . . .

What are the big trends in photography for 2019? And which ones should you incorporate into your own work? In this episode, Gina and Valerie discuss what you needs to be aware of and much more!

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Trends for 2019

DSLR is becoming a niche but is still king amongst pro commercial shooters. Video is the new black Minimalism gives way to more detailed landscape images Candid or documentary style portrait and wedding photography is becoming mainstream Over staged/set up images give way to natural looking authentic images Vertical images are making a comeback Weddings unplugged proposal shoots divorce shoots doco . . .

Meet Craig Wetjen, an award-winning professional photographic artist and a best-selling author with 33 years in the photography industry. Craig started his photographic career shooting for local newspapers in Connecticut, USA. He went on to work for NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory before moving to Australia where in he established Melbourne’s RMIT University’s first digital imaging subject.

Craig’s published a book in 2016 titled “Men and Their Sheds” which, just after 3 months on the selves became a best-selling book. He documented 101 men and their relationship the shed has to his physical and mental health.

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Craig Wetjen is a national and . . .