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Q&A | The Costs of a Traveling Photographer

By Jenika | January 16, 2012 |

Q:  I’m currently dealing with a very pregnant client who was given a gift certificate for a maternity session for Christmas. (She’s due in February, that’s how pregnant she is.) She wants the session to be done in her city (2.5 hours away from me) and wants to do it this weekend. I happen to…

Q&A | To Facebook Share or Not To Facebook Share

By Jenika | January 13, 2012 |

In the comments on yesterday’s post, Kristi asked a follow-up question that merits its own discussion: Q:  What is your opinion on clients using images on social networking sites without your “permission”? For example, cropping out your logo or copying the image from an online gallery? I have heard two schools of thought: copyright infrigement…

Q&A | Addressing Client Copyright Infringement

By Jenika | January 12, 2012 |

We love our clients.  But sometimes, situations come up that are difficult to handle.  I emailed my Inbox High-Fives list yesterday, inviting them to send in their client questions.  The questions pouring in are awesome!  (Not on the list?  You’re missing out on fabulous freebies, secret sales, and other 100% certified non-spammy goodness.  Sign up…

The Secret to Creating Profitable Promotions

By Jenika | January 11, 2012 |

To create a profitable promotion, you must accurately answer the following question:  What business am I REALLY in? Hint:  The answer is probably not ‘photography.’ To explain, let me introduce you to David Tuckerman.  He was the President of Distribution when New Line Cinema released the Lord of the Rings Trilogy, which means he’s a…