Here is an interesting article on PDN about photographers who have successfully marketed themselves online using social networking. The most important thing to remember…. “It’s clear that success online doesn’t always translate into jobs. A hit YouTube video won’t make your phone ring, and a Twitter stream alone generates no revenue… However, all of theseContinue reading “PDN’s five biggest photographers online”
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Dan Winters’ “Periodical Photographs”
A must read! See how Scott Dadich and Dan Winters sorted through the final designs of their new collaboration “Periodical Photographs.” It is so great to see the inspiration and the careful considerations that went into each element of the book. Thank you Scott for posting this!
Bonnie Briant, from Russia with love
Dear Bonnie Briant, you’re pictures make me nostalgic. I’ve been a long time fan of Briant’s work, mainly because she captures her subjects in a way I’ve never seen done before. Her imagery is about memory and the value of sitting still long enough to notice the details. They make me want to relive myContinue reading “Bonnie Briant, from Russia with love”
Twitter Taboos
If you’re thinking about being one of the masses who tweets and twits, think before you start your running commentary. Ad Age reminds us in a recent article that not every moment of your daily life should be broadcast into space, particularly when dealing with confidential information. The article also discusses what they see asContinue reading “Twitter Taboos”
Evan Kafka in Arrive Mag
Check out Evan Kafka’s portrait of Maria Bartiromo in the new issue of Arrive Magazine! See Evan’s full portfolio here and here. Contact assignment rep Jacqueline Bovaird with questions or portfolio requests. 212 – 462 – 4538 | jacqueline@glasshouseassignment.com http://www.glasshouseassignment.com
NEW Q&A: Equipment
Q & A: Was there a piece of equipment that saved the shoot? The most valuable thing to have on a shoot when you hit a snag is the ability to be creative and resourceful. I’ve put this question out to a select group of photographers and stylists to see what has gotten them throughContinue reading “NEW Q&A: Equipment”
New Images from Ryan Schude!
It’s always a good day when you’re photographers email you new work. Even though those days are becoming more frequent than not, I still get really excited! Here are some new selects from Ryan Schude which will be on display at Noni Boutique on Larchmont in Los Angeles. Until then, enjoy!
Put your ego to rest and make great images
Why do photographers shy away from collaborating with other photographers? I understand the need for complete control and, from a rep’s standpoint, I do like to see a portfolio that is representative of a clear personal vision. That being said, when you’re presented with the opportunity to collaborate with people whose work you admire, whyContinue reading “Put your ego to rest and make great images”
If you value art so much…
…then pay artists! Google recently offered dozens of artists the chance to design skins for their new browser. However, when they asked how much they’d be paid, Google responded that their payment would be no more than really glorious exposure. I do understand there are thousands of struggling designers out there who would love theContinue reading “If you value art so much…”
Dollar Rede$ign Project
If advertising agencies ran the world (and admittedly they almost do) they would solve all our economic problems with a total rebranding campaign! Check out the Dollar Redesign Project, the brain child of Richard Smith, a creative strategy consultant of Think Create Believe. It is one part reflection on the power of advertising, five partsContinue reading “Dollar Rede$ign Project”
Tiny Art Director
This morning I’m feeling very jealous of all of you from California… It’s raining here in New York, which only makes this gray city even more monochrome. The only solace I can provide for you is an amazing blog I found this morning while drinking my coffee before work. It’s called Tiny Art Director andContinue reading “Tiny Art Director”
Photographers looking for reps, read me!
If you’re not reading A Photo Editor regularly, I’d recommend making it part of your routine. Here is an amazing interview with Deborah Schwartz, a great rep on the west coast, who talks about which photographers actually need reps and some of the mistakes photographers make wanting to be represented too early in their career.
Sad but beautiful photo essay
As image-makers, photographing is the way we deal, the way we understand, and the vehicle to survive within our world. Many times it is the only vehicle to move forward from tragic events. I’ve seen a great deal of photo projects surrounding families and the loss of those close to us. I just came acrossContinue reading “Sad but beautiful photo essay”
Submit Your Test Shots!
Photographers’ test shots are one of my many favorite things… kind of like photo rep candy (they taste almost as sweet as great promos and art buyers who answer their phones). If you know me, you know that I adore all my photographers and love to see them having a great time in front ofContinue reading “Submit Your Test Shots!”
Vendor/Client Virval Video
Here is a hilarious video which is appearing all over the photo-world. Let it be known that I realize this is a completely one-sided argument. Photographers should always hold firm on the value of their images and their work. That being said, business is always going to be a give and take… everyone involved needsContinue reading “Vendor/Client Virval Video”
Ryan Schude in CITY Mag!
Check out our very own Ryan Schude in this month’s CITY Magazine! I was already an enormous fan of CITY but now with a recent relaunch, CITY is a bigger, sexier version of itself… and who doesn’t like that? Enjoy! Congrats Ryan, your images are, as always, amazing. – Check out Ryan’s online portfolio here.Continue reading “Ryan Schude in CITY Mag!”
Q&A Series: Loyality vs. New Talent?
Q & A SERIES: With budgets tightening, is now the time to stick to your regular photographers, or are you reaching out to new talent? Are photo editors and art buyers still keeping tabs on new photographers? With jobs being cut and much of the media industry in panic, do they even have the timeContinue reading “Q&A Series: Loyality vs. New Talent?”
Kafka in Money Magazine
Evan Kafka. Always reliable. Always awesome. Always reliably awesome. Check out Evan Kafka’s portraits of Robert Frank in the new issue of Money Magazine. – Great job Evan! Contact assignment rep Jacqueline Bovaird with questions or portfolio requests. 212 – 462 – 4538 | jacqueline@glasshouseassignment.com http://www.glasshouseassignment.com
Lens: New York Times Blog
I’m not sure what to make of the new New York Times blog Lens. It’s definitely a move in the right direction, that is, a more visually exciting, intuitive, and user friendly direction. Let me make sure to say one thing: Bravo to the New York Times for trying new things. However, they’re also theContinue reading “Lens: New York Times Blog”
Dell keeps it sweet and fluffy
Something interesting is happening over the new Dell branding. They have targeted it towards women, which is perfectly acceptable. What is causing an uproar is the way they’ve gone about it. I just read a clever and funny review of the situation on The Dog and Pony Show here. Since I think that they didContinue reading “Dell keeps it sweet and fluffy”
Update: Stephen Mallon on Wired
My last post was singing the praises of a photographer named Stephen Mallon (see below). Well looks like I’m one of many fans! Check him out in WIRED here.
Stephen Mallon, Salvage of Flight 1549
I had the wonderful fortune of meeting Stephen Mallon as party recently. Not only are his images stunning but his enthusiasm for his work was so refreshing and infectious. As a rep, the excitement of photographers who are clearly invested and passionate about their work is simply contagious and, when the images are good, makesContinue reading “Stephen Mallon, Salvage of Flight 1549”
“Travelers” by Walter Martin and Paloma Munoz
First of all, this project is absolutely amazing. It makes me excited and refuels my faith that there are original ideas out there for the taking! It’s funny, it’s lighthearted, it’s frightening… more than anything it’s complicated in a way that holds my attention for more than a few seconds like most crap on theContinue reading ““Travelers” by Walter Martin and Paloma Munoz”
Q & A Series: The Worst Mistakes
Q & A SERIES: THE WORST MISTAKES PHOTOGRAPHERS MAKE This month for our Q&A, I’ve asked industry creatives to name the worst mistake a photographer has ever made or could ever make (on a photo shoot? early in their career? in dealing with clients?). I’ve left this purposely open-ended to allow for contributors to takeContinue reading “Q & A Series: The Worst Mistakes”
and the Pulitzer goes to…
The Pulitzers have been announced! Okay.. perhaps I’m the only one who gets very very excited about the Pulitzer prizes for photography. If nothing else, the photos below should get your blood flowing. Check out the full list of winners here. FEATURE PHOTOGRAPHY: DAMON WINTER, THE NEW YORK TIMES The pulitzer for “feature photography” hasContinue reading “and the Pulitzer goes to…”
Glasshouse Images/Stone Thrower 