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The last time I dared talk about photographers using watermarks, I got a few (okay, a lot) of angry messages.
But I hope this time you hear me out on why watermarking your photos is a futile effort that only satiates ego and does nothing to actually help your brand or business.
https://jamespatrick.com/
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By default we only want to share our wins and successes. The fear is that if we are open and honest about projects that don't go well or client experiences that are not stellar that it will somehow reflect negatively upon us. The truth is, when we only share the positives about our careers, it gives a false aspiration of what a creative career truly looks like.
Throughout our careers we will lose more work than we will ever win. That is the simple math of it. And once we acknowledge that reality - we can begin to look at losses as not failures but as opportunities to learn and improve our services to the right clients.
https://jamespatrick.com/
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When I am in the mood to torture myself, I hop over to Photography Facebook Groups and read the comment sections whenever a photographer asked for help, support or advice.
The inevitable result is a barrage of awful keyboard critics giving the worst advice pretending they are being altruistic and supportive - but in reality just trying to keep others out of the industry they believe they are at the center of.
In this episode I discuss what happened when a photographer made the mistake of asking for help.
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I selected 13 (of course) of the most terrifying photo experiences I've had in my 20+ year career. Everything from having people physically assault me to say I'm too young to be a photographer.
Enjoy my awful memories while I go into an anxiety attack reliving these horrific experiences.
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Okay don't get too mad at me for this episode! It is not that I am encouraging photographers that they have to work for free. But I wanted to dissect how someone could professionally and respectfully ask a photographer to collaborate or provide services at low-to-no cost.
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How do we best compete as photographers in a way that supports the community and industry as a whole? And what happens when photographers go against that supportive environment and try to harm other's businesses?
In this episode of the Beyond the Image podcast, host James Patrick discusses both sides of competition from healthy to unhealthy.
Connect with James Patrick at https://jamespatrick.com/
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When should photographers work for free? If you've followed me for anything length of time, you've seen the numerous videos and posts I've done about cheap clients trying to take advantage of photographers. You would, no doubt, asssume I would be diligent about saying that no photographer or creative should ever work for free.
But that is not what I feel at all. In this episode of the Beyond the Image podcast, I chat about the times when photographers and creatives should consider taking out the camera without being paid.
What do you think? Connect with me on my website https://jamespatrick.com/ or Instagram https://www.instagram.com/jpatrickphoto
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When we think about creating our style as a photographer (or any creative professional) what we intially think is that we have to niche down who our core market is and the type of work we will be focusing on. And we are not wrong to think that.
But surprisingly, there is actually a tremendous amount more we can do to define our style as a creative.
In this episode of the Beyond the Image podcast, host James Patrick discusses a myriad of ways that photographers, videographers and fellow creatives can begin the process of defining and carving out their unique style to help them stand out from their competition in the marketplace.
Connect with James
https://jamespatrick.com/
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In this episode of The Beyond the Image podcast, host James Patrick reviews his recomended camera settings for a variety of various situational photo shoots.
From in studio portraits to on location action photos to window lit natural light photos. James reviews each scenario and gives his recommended settings for ISO, f-stop and shutter speed.
In addition, James reviews recommended camera settings to help work more efficiently when doing your photo shoots.
Connect with James at JamesPatrick.com or IG @JPatrickPhoto
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"What do you charge" is a quesiton that can immediately generate a lot of panic for any photorapher. The fear is that the client is immediately trying to frame your pricing so they can find a potentially cheaper service provider. And likely, you may not be wrong.
But what about those times when a genuine client approaches you with a real project? How do you help ensure you are best equipped with all of the right information to help you make an accurate price proposal and bid so you ultimately win more work?
In this episode I talk about specific questions you should consider asking your prospective clients before you send over a price.
Connect with me at https://jamespatrick.com/ or https://www.instagram.com/jpatrickphoto
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In over two decades as a professional photographer, I've spent more than I will ever admit on photo gear. From cameras to lenses, from modifiers to lights, from tripods to c-stands and from computers to editing softwares.
In this episode of Beyond the Image, I spill the tea on all my favorite pieces of gear I've ever purchased as well as all of the items I wish I could get my money back on.
Have you bought and loved or purchased and regretted any of these items?
Connect with James Patrick
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I've spent over 20 years working in print media and even own two magazines. So you can say I have a vested interest in this topic and this industry.
I want to deep dive into how magazines got themselves into the hole they have with subscribers and with advertisers.
Also I will explore what, if anything, magazine publisher's can do to help salvage (or even save) the industry.
You can listen to the Beyond the Image podcast wherever you get your episodes.
Connect with me on Instagram @JPatrickPhoto or my website www.JamesPatrick.com
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Today, weâre talking about how to get good photos of bad subjects. When I say bad subjects, I donât mean theyâre bad people. What I mean is, theyâre just not great on camera.
âRegardless of how bad someone thinks they are on camera, itâs our job as photographers to make something great. And if not great, to make something usable.â
IN THIS EPISODE
Are most subjects good on camera?
Why you should communicate and give direction to your subjects.
The power of preset ideas and having a visual representation on set.
Starting safe instead of ending safe.
Making micro adjustments.
Paying attention to body language.
Knowing when to stop.
Connect with James
Website: jamespatrick.com
Instagram: @jpatrickphoto
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Today, weâre talking about bad actors or bad faith clients. These are clients who could potentially be trying to rip off your business, steal from you and try to take advantage of you as a small business owner.
âThis can be, not only financially detrimental, it can be emotionally taxing.â
IN THIS EPISODE
Certain situations James has had in his businesses with bad actors.
Things you can do as a photographer to protect yourself and your business.
What a contract actually does.
The power of saving all your communication.
Why you should listen to your intuition and be okay saying no.
Should you collect a deposit?
Facts over feelings.
The last resort that will work.
Connect with James
Website: jamespatrick.com
Instagram: @jpatrickphoto
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Welcome to the relaunch of the Beyond the Image Podcast! A show for creatives, made by a creative.
If youâve listened to this show over the last few years, youâll realize itâs rare I bring a guest back on a second time. This is a mistake I want to rectify. I went back to our episode from March 5, 2019 with one of the first guests I had on.
I heard this individual speaking on a webinar series on how creative professionals can navigate their career and try to procure work from bigger and better clients so they can scale their business and I knew I needed to have him on the podcast so I can pick his brain.
In his career he has been the Director of Photography at Sports Illustrated, a Senior Photo Editor for the New York Times, and the Associate Director of Photography for the White House. Currently, he is the VP of Photography for the WWE and I could not think of anyone better to bring back as a guest for the 600th episode of this show.
Welcome, Brad Smith, back to the show.
âThe key thing to remember is, itâs a marathon, not a sprint.â
IN THIS EPISODE
A review of Brad Smith's professional career trajecetory.
What inspired Brad to take on the role of a leader and teacher in the photography industry.
The most important realization you can have as a photographer.
What will keep getting you jobs over and over again.
The power of connecting with your clients.
Why you need word of mouth in your business
How deliverables have changed over time.
What Brad and the WWE is looking for when looking at a photographerâs social media and portfolio.
Being willing to evolve and adapt.
The one character trait that will lead to better photographs.
Connect with James
Website: jamespatrick.com
Instagram: @jpatrickphoto
Connect with Brad
Website: https://www.wwe.com
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Here at the studio last week, we had our 4th annual get together where we had different creatives (whether photographers, videographers, producers, designers, etc.) to talk about the state of where the industry is at right now and the challenges we are facing as creatives within our businesses and to start to share best practices on how we can navigate these things.
The thing that kept coming up over the course of this 3 hour conversation is that so many creatives are still struggling with ways to develop new business for their companies.
Letâs talk about it.
âHaving a specialty, never stopper me from working in any industry or any genre.â
IN THIS EPISODE
What most of us are relying on for our business.
How James was able to scale his business and what strategies he was implementing.
8 different things that James did in his business.
The power of having a speciality.
A strong way to stand out.
Effective outbound marketing.
Being seen by your ideal client.
Why you need proactive marketing strategies.
Connect with James
Website: jamespatrick.com
Instagram: @jpatrickphoto
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In todayâs episode, I want to talk about haters. Also known as, online trolls. In 20 years of running different businesses, Iâve had to navigate my fair share of trolling hate online. When youâre just starting in a new industry, this crap could be devastating. So, letâs talk about it.
âIf youâre not upsetting anyone, then you are simply not doing enough to be noticed.â
IN THIS EPISODE
What happened to James early in his career when he experienced online trolling.
The realization James had that changed everything.
What it actually means when you get haters.
A reminder of why you do the work you do and who you do it for.
Connect with James
Website: jamespatrick.com
Instagram: @jpatrickphoto
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Before I really launched into my career as a professional photographer, I had a lot of hesitations and reservations. I had a lot of thoughts and questions about if I could make it. Had I allowed those thoughts to take root, I never wouldâve picked up a camera. Letâs talk about what it takes to be successful.
âWhat is actually stopping you from getting started?â
IN THIS EPISODE
Initial thoughts I had when starting my photography business.
The real reason why Iâve had over 20 years of success and awards in my business.
How to have success in any industry.
How to stay exactly where you are now.
Connect with James
Website: jamespatrick.com
Instagram: @jpatrickphoto
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Photographing SI Swimwearâs In Her Words with Taylor Ballantyne
Hosted by: James Patrick
We have a brand new approach for an episode today. I get to speak to a creative and we are going to unpack their catalog, work, and experiences and get a behind the scenes look at what it takes to bring some of these projects to fruition.
My guest today who Iâm chatting with it Taylor Ballantyne, a photographer and director.
âItâs our responsibility to learn how people are digesting information, first and foremost.â
IN THIS EPISODE
How Taylor got her start into photography, started working with fashion brands, and then became a director.
The power of taking the time to learn and work on different projects in different industries during your career.
How work ethic has changed over time and why.
The lack of communication this generation is facing.
Why itâs so important to continue to evolve.
Behind the scenes stories from some of Taylorâs projects.
Working with models who arenât comfortable.
Are personal and business really separate?
What Taylor is most excited for next in her career.
Connect with Taylor
Website: www.taylorballantyne.com
Instagram: @taylorbphoto @taylorbfilm
Connect with James
Website: jamespatrick.com
Instagram: @jpatrickphoto
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For more, visit jamespatrick.com
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Things I USED To Think Mattered as a Photographer
Hosted by: James Patrick
Thereâs a handful of things I thought really used to matter as my career as a photographer. At some point in the 20 years, Iâve realized that these are things that donât matter at all. Letâs talk about those things in this episode.
âThere is no right and no wrong in your stance as a creative professional in any of these things.â
IN THIS EPISODE
8 things I used to think really mattered as a photographer.
What prevented me from outsourcing to editors.
Should you set longer usage terms?
What I think about giving your clients RAW files.
Tagging and being tagged.
Why the brand and amount of gear doesnât actually matter.
What really matters at the end of the day.
Connect with James
Website: jamespatrick.com
Instagram: @jpatrickphoto
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For more, visit jamespatrick.com
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