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 SOLDIER ANNUAL ISSUE Volume 25, Number 1
MOURNING WITH DIGNITY
PHOTO BY MOHAMMAD KURSHEED IFPO
Contents
7 From 35 mm ... To The Digital Revolution
By Robert Hall
7 IFPO -- Then and Now
By Jack M. Gallimore
8 Tips for Pet and Wedding Photography
By Becky “Krickett” Harrison Huller

13 It’t Not the Camera; It’s the Photographer

By Jose F. Aguilo
14 How To Protect Your Rights and Photos
ON ASSIGNMENT: THE
By Vonda H. Blackburn, Editor ARES 1-X LAUNCH AT THE
19 IFPO Commemorates 25+ Years KENNEDY SPACE CENTER.
PHOTO BY ROBERT SCOTT
23 Book Reviews
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By Robert Scott
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33 Let’s Talk Equipment and Techniques
As a human being, I struggled to find By Dennis Hodges
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27 2008 Annual Winner COVER PHOTOS:
violence. While covering the Memorial
29 2008 Contest Winners BY MOHAMMAD KHURSHEED
Service at Fort Hood on November 10,
36 Photo Contest Rules TEXAS TECH FRESHMAN #86
2009, I felt great deal of sadness, remorse 38 2009 Contest Winners ALEX TORRES CATCHES THE
and guilt. As an American of Muslim PASS THROWN BY TAYLOR
On Assignment
Faith, I feel compelled to apologize to 12 The AI News Service Universal Code POTTS FOR A TOUCHDOWN DUR-
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16 Queens Day Tragedy 2009 ATAT&T JONES STADIUM.
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Mohammad Khursheed 21 Inside Pakistan & Election Fraud
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A I News Service OBAMA ARRIVES AT THE FORT
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 “I WILL BE
SHOOTING
MY 4TH
NOBEL PRIZE
CEREMONY THIS
YEAR.”
ALEXANDER
R. OLSEN,
IFPO
Dear Editor,
I hope that my press credentials will be
sent to me as soon as possible. Because I
shall enjoy covering the Nobel Peace Prize
Ceremony in Norway where your President
Obama will come to receive his prestigious
award. I am so glad for this rare opportunity
to take pictures of the President of USA.
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Winner that I have take photos of at these
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By Robert Hall IFPO, Tijeras, NM

ONCE I WAS ASKED, “HOW DO YOU TAKE

A GREAT PHOTOGRAPH?” MY ANSWER WAS
AND STILL IS, “ALWAYS HAVE A CAMERA
WITH YOU AND BE READY TO TAKE ONE.”
Bob Hall

In those days you started to learn cover of International Photographer

PEGGY’S COVE, A PHOTO BY ROBERT HALL,
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PHOTOGRAPHER MAGAZINE PUBLISHED BY
IFPO IN 1988. !
My first camera was a Brownie box
camera made by Eastman Kodak. My
first 35mm was an old Agfa I picked
up at a Goodwill store when I was a
kid. Once I started getting good pic-
tures with these old cameras I was
hooked. I started carrying my camera
ever where I went. By the time I was
in high school I was shooting pictures
for the school camera club and the
local newspaper. I have been at it ever
since.
When the original founding directors
congregated in 1983 to set the course for a
possible International Freelance Photogra-
phers Organization (IFPO), the visions
were sincere but less clear.
The intent was to address the needs of
the freelance photographer who needed
something larger than himself for support
and assistance. It was also to create an
organization which truly addressed the
needs of the working photographer at any
level -- beginners, photojournalists, or full
time studio and commercial photographers.
The vision was to help any photograph-
er at any level achieve his or her goals.
Intent was very clear; visions of how to
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quickly about framing, composition
and the different grain structures of the
silver halide crystals in film and paper
and how they affected your finished
product. We started to learn about
high speed black and white films,
color, Kodachrome and Ektachrome
transparency films and what enhanced
the reds and green/blues of your pic-
tures. In those days you learned by
trail and error and took tips from more
experienced photographers. I always
worked as an amateur photographer
and continued working with newspa-
pers when I got out of the US Navy in
the late 70’s.
By the 80’s I learned about IFPO
and joined so I would have credentials
so I could get to photograph events
that only allowed press photographers
in the venue. I have taken pho-
tographs from Canada to Mexico,
Eastern Europe, and Russia and from
South America to Asia. In 1988 when
I was published on the second color
IFPO ... THEN AND NOW
By Jack M. Gallimore
were less clear. Even so a decision was
made to forge ahead in early 1984.
With an abstract framework, lots of
enthusiasm and little more than “air,”
IFPO placed its first ad in Modern Photog -
raphy magazine. Economic times were bad
with jobless rates high. The times were
ripe for the make money with your camera
appeal and that slogan alone set the course
to fulfill the IFPO goals.
From the very first 25 members we had
requests for Model Release Forms, Press
Credentials, Business Cards and Business
Forms -- the things that freelance photog-
raphers evidently needed. Those requests
were the tip of the iceberg and were key to
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with my shot in Peggy’s Cove, Nova
Scotia I was elated. (International Pho-
tographer magazine changed its title to
Todays Photographer International in
the early 90’s.) Since that time I have
had articles and photographs published
in professional journals and tourism
magazines. I once even got to do back
stage photography with the M o o d y
Blues at a concert.
As time went on I purchased better
cameras and started using medium and
large format films. But if you were
working shooting for a publication we
all learned about deadlines. That is
when most of us after a shoot rushed
back to our dark rooms somewhere in
the house and we learned about how
chemicals reacted to light and were
processed to reveal an image. Then we
rushed our finished product to the
newspaper or magazine so we could
get published. Usually if it was a
magazine you rushed to the post office
to send off your finished product.
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developing the support that members need.
The next interesting occurrence was
when members began to write letters about
their successes. Those were so inspiring
that a newsletter was created to share the
stories with other IFPO members. Then the
the success stories really began to roll in
with photos -- too many for a newsletter,
so a magazine was born: I n t e r n a t i o n a l
Photographer.
Since the organization had no revenue
to support printing costs, the first few
issues were printed in black and white on
loose pages and stapled together on the
dining room table of one of the founding
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 BECKY AND HARLEY. BECKY “KRICKETT” HULLAR IS A
PROFESSIONAL FREELANCE PHOTOGRAPHER WITH OVER 26
YEARS EXPERIENCE. HER WORK HAS BEEN FEATURED IN
MANY INTERNATIONAL PUBLICATIONS AND WEB SITES . SHE
ATTRIBUTES HER AFFILIATION WITH TODAY'S PHOTOGRAPHER
Tips For ......
TO HER SUCCESS IN MAGAZINE PHOTOGRAPHY. SHE AND HER
HUSBAND JOSEPH PHILLIP HULLAR JR., ALSO PROVIDE A FREE
PHOTOGRAPHY SERVICE KNOWN AS “LASTING MEMORIES” FOR
TERMINALLY ILL CHILDREN AND THEIR FAMILIES.

TIPS FOR ADDING PET PHOTOGRAPHY TO YOUR BUSINESS

Pets and their related products and
services are a multi-billion industry in
this country. Most people consider
pets to be members of the family and
care for them as such. Pets, just like
children, become part of the family
history. Families will spend money for
portraits of their children or pets. And
they want more than just a playful
candid with a point and shoot camera.
This is why pet photography can add
real dollars to your monthly income.
I incorporated pet photography into
my freelance photography services a
few years ago. I became more serious
after I contributed my services to pho-
tograph rescued animals from the Kat-
rina disaster three years ago. Now it is
a vital part of my business along with
wedding photography and shooting
for biking magazines. Working with
pets is very much the same as working
with people -- they must feel comfort-
able with you and your camera. The
following tips can “jump start” your
pet photography business.
The secret to capturing the perfect
pet shots are patience and persistence.
With animals of any kind, whether it
is cats, dogs or horses, you are a
stranger and it takes time to win their
trust and attention. It is sometimes
challenging but can be fun and
rewarding.
To shoot small animals in a studio
Soft box continuous lighting in the
studio avoids the distraction that
strobe lighting could cause. Never use
flash with animals indoors or out. Dis-
able your flash and shoot at a higher
ISO for adequate lighting. I shoot at
ISO 400 with two soft boxes. Also to
make sure my shots are not blurry, I
put my camera on a tripod at the pet’s
eye level so I can move around while
shooting.
First, it is vitally important to take
time to get acquainted with the pet.
Having the owner or a helper present
makes the job easier. Dogie and cat
treats are a must. Give the animal time
to explore and sniff the new surround-
ings before starting the shoot. Then
offer a treat -- to win big points. As
soon as you sense that the animal is
comfortable, remove leashes and col-
lars (unless you are in a location
where it is prohibited) or anything else
that might be distracting.
When you are ready to shoot,
explain your plans to the helper. Make
sure the he or she understands where
the animal should be placed -- on a
table or other setup -- then quickly
moves aside as you fire away. Shoot-
ing at the pet’s level most often
requires bending down and sometimes
even shooting on your knees. Be sure
to leave plenty of marginal space on
all sides of the subject for enlarge-
ments.
How do you actually shoot a pet in
your set-up? A squeaky toy is
absolutely priceless in getting an ani-
mal’s attention. Make sure you hold it
in your free hand and give it a good
squeak when you are ready to release
the shutter. A dog’s ears will perk up
and he will look straight toward the
sound…near the eye of the camera! If
you don’t have access to a squeaky,
cat or puppy sounds made just before
pressing the shutter release will also
do the trick. You will feel silly, but it
will get the attention of the animal.
Cats love the cat toys that are easily
found at dollar stores. The ones with a
feather attached to the end of a string
fastened to a stick work best (and are
easy to make). You can dangle it in
front of the cat to get its attention then
move it away quickly before clicking
the shutter. When the animal is good,
reward it frequently with a treat before
you proceed. Shoot several shots from
the same angle in each position. Ask
your pet helper to move the animal
from one side to the other to capture
its best side. You can never shoot too
many digital shots but you can delete!
Make sure you have a table or bench
that will support the weight of the ani-
mal. A small folding child size card
table works perfect for small dogs and
cats. You can make your own back-
drops using low cost remnant fabric
from a fabric or department store. A
36 inch width by 72 inch length usual-
ly is plenty for shooting an average
size dog or cat. My favorite one is a
velour psychedelic tie dye print pur-
chased for less than $5.00. The vibrant
colors works well with any color ani-
mal. Another favorite and a must, is a
piece of black velvet or dark velour
cloth for shooting light colored ani-
mals against a dark background. A
white shaggy fake fur type usually
works well with darker colored ani-
mals. For covering your table, make
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... Freelance Success
BY BECKY “KRICKETT” HARRISON HULLAR IFPO, BRANTLEY, ALABAMA

WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHY MADE EASY

Digital photography opens the door speed, automatic settings work
to a whole new realm of possibilities beautifully and may mean the differ-
for your wedding photography busi- ence in capturing that once in a life- have shots” saves time and places her
ness. For one, you can fire as many time shot or missing a great moment. in control. It is imperative that you
pictures as your camera’s flash card If your eyes are less than perfect, shoot understand what she expects -- does
will accommodate, then go back and on auto focus but make sure you have she want mostly posed, traditional
delete your “bloopers.” My motto is your camera set on the correct auto photos or a photojournalistic story of
“you can always delete, but you can focus mode in your menu. The focus her wedding day? Some brides want
never add.” Shooting unlimited is the setting you choose will depend on both. If possible offer her a checklist
advantage of the digital format. what you are shooting … a person or a to help with her decisions. Once the
I shoot with a Nikon D70, an entry group of people. Your owner’s manual list is complete, discuss it again to
level professional SLR digital camera will tell you which mode to shoot in make sure you are in agreement.
purchased about 3 years ago when the accordingly. On the wedding day allow about two
SLR’s with interchangeable lens first I shoot in the highest resolution pos- hours prior to the wedding to shoot
hit the market. It came with the stan- sible, large image size at 400 speed for many of the traditional shots. Be sure
dard menus, auto focus and the image most shots, auto focus, JPEG format to have your batteries fully charged
stabilization factor built into the lens with RGB mode, using a 4 GB flash and lots of extras on hand. Many
to eliminate camera vibration. (Many card for tons of Continued on page 28
have a huge selection of menus that pictures … this
are not really necessary since the same again, is set
results can be achieved with most through your
computer software editing programs.) camera’s menu.
For all the information on your specif- If you want crisp
ic camera’s capabilities, read your clean enlarge-
manual -- again and again! ments up to a 16
When shooting occasions require x 20 or slightly
larger, you can
do so with a
camera with at
least a 6 – 8
mega pixel fea-
ture. So, before
you book your
first wedding,
understand the
capabilities of
your camera.
Then make sure
y o u and y o u r
camera can meet
expectations!
You must be
prepared in order
to reduce the
stress of wedding
days. Asking the
bride to prepare a
list of “must SHARING THE VEIL. “MY BRIDES LOVE THESE PHOTOS” BECKY “KRICKETT” HULLAR
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Universal Uniform Code

Paves the Way To the Future

Every year IFPO tries to launch at least one major program based on what we've The Universal Press Credentials
learned from experience and requests from IFPO member photographers working in the issued by IFPO’s AI News Service are
field. The new USPRESSCORPS.ORG Press Program is the latest expansion of IFPO the result of nearly 27 years of research
press programs which were originally launched in 1984. We encouraged and received a and development using vital input from
tremendous amount of feedback in the past year which was the basis for the format of the IFPO press photographers. The design
new USPRESSCORPS.ORG Press Program. and issuing information meet the strin-
The recurring theme seemd to be that many venues around the gent requirements of press officials and
world now require press photographers to show more than one law enforcement around the world.
press card. To meet those requirements and other considerations, Each time an IFPO Press photograph-
IFPO expanded the press programs to include a new, elite US er has successfully covered an event
Press Corps program which issues a Press Hard Card -- coveted by most press photogra- or appeared at a news site since 1984
phers. USPRESSCORPS.ORG will be permanently limited to only 1500 experienced he or she has paved the way for those
IFPO press photographers. that follow. Now we have the oppor-
tunity and the responsibility to pave
The new USPRESSCORPS.ORG Press Credentials serve 3 purposes:
the way for AI photographers of the
1) Press hard cards are now issued by most respected media organization and are future.
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level of credentials and presents a positive image for the serious press photogra- tional News Service (AI) U n i f o r m
pher. Code is to create a lasting visual
impact that matches our current name
2) Many venues, especially for professional sports, are now asking for at least two recognition. To do that we have to
press cards in order to be considered for access to the event. The hard card is make sure that all of our AI Correspon-
expected to elevate the prestige of the photographer and will certainly epito- dent Photographers present exactly the
mize the preeminence of the issuing organization. same u n i f o r m credentials and other
tools for success no matter where they
3) Press hard cards with the photo placed in the manufacturing process are the show up in the world to cover an event.
most recognized cards for serious photographers. They cannot be duplicated The purpose is to raise awareness and
effectively and, therefore, command respect whenever presented. IFPO now has create a permanent visual impact.
the technology to turn almost any photo into a professional head shot for the
production process. What is the AI Uniform?
1. The AI Universal Credentials
The USPRESSCORPS.ORG program is specifically designed to enhance the stature of 2. The AI News Service Hat
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Fact-based, well-documented, unbiased press coverage may be more important today What is the purpose?
than almost any time in history. With major newspapers folding monthly and others cut- 1. To improve access for AI Co rre-
ting publishing schedules there is soon going to be vacuum to be filled. Also, the main- spondent photographers.
stream media is either left or right leaning and true journalism seems to be in jeopardy.
2. To forge a visual impact that will
Since 1984 IFPO Press photographers have covered some of the most high profile
create a lasting impression.
events in the world including the Inauguration of Presidents Barack Obama and George
W. Bush, the Chinese Protest March in Tiananmen Square in 1989, the 1995 bombing of 3. To pave the way for future AI Pho-
the Murrah Federal Building in Oklahoma City and the 9/11 Terrorist Attack of the tographers.
World Trade Center in New York in 2001. Thousands of sports and entertainment events When AI Correspondents arrive in
and hundreds of other lesser events are covered everyday in the most populated cities of uniform at all kinds of events all over
the world as well as the most remote regions by IFPO press photographers. the world, only then can the power of
The mission of the USPRESSCORPS.ORG is to create a core of 1500 top notch press the uniform make its impact to pave
photographers to provide comprehensive coverage that is factual and in context directly the way for quicker and easier access
to major news outlets for distribution. For more information contact IFPO at 336-945- today and tomorrow. !
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ON ASSIGNMENT:
By Mohammad Khursheed IFPO, Austin, TX
LUBBOCK, TEXAS: (R) QB GRAHAM HARRELL LOOKS FOR A RECEIVER DUR-
ING TEXAS TECH VS BAYLOR BEARS GAME.
(BELOW) RUNNING BACK BARON BATCH #25 FLIES INTO END ZONE FOR A
TOUCHDOWN IN THE TEXAS TECH VS NORTH DAKOTA GAME AT AT&T JONES
STADIUM ON SEPTEMBER 5, 2009. ©2009 MOHAMMAD KHURSHEED

MEN’S LACROSSE
PHOTO ©2009 BY ROBERT MARKS IFPO,
BETHESDA, MD
PRINCETON WON OVER JOHN HOPKINS IN BALTI-
MORE ON FEBRUARY 28, 2009.

By Stephen Zurawiec IFPO, Schererville, IN

PHOTOS ©2009 BY STEPHEN ZURAWIEC IFPO

(CLOCKWISE): EVAN SHARPLEY QB FOR NORTE

DAME PREPARES TO PASS THE BALL AGAINST THE
USC TROJANS IN SOUTH BEND. THE ND IRISH
ARE WEARING THEIR SPECIAL GREEN JERSEYS
DURING THE HOME GAME.

QB EVAN SHARPLEY SCRAMBLES OUT OF THE

POCKET AGAINST BOSTON COLLEGE.

THE NOTRE DAME LEPRECHAUN MASCOT CAR-

RIES THE ND FLAG INTO THE STADIUM PRIOR TO
A HOME GAME TO GET THE CROWD READY FOR
THE TEAM TO ENTER.

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IT’S NOT THE CAMERA; IT’S THE PHOTOGRAPHER
By Jose F. Aguilo IPFO, Denver, Colorado
Most of today’s press photographers
use very expensive Digital Single Lens
Fuji FinePix S9100 Infrared Only
Modified Digital Camera
Exposure: 1/350 sec F5.0 ISO 200;
1/200 sec F5.6 ISO 200
1/150 sec F5.6 ISO 200 .
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Reflex (DSLR) cameras.
I use advanced Point And HIGH DYNAMIC RANGE IMAGING (HDR) ALLOWS A GREATER
Shoot Digital cameras. DYNAMIC RANGE OF LUMINANCE BETWEEN THE LIGHTEST AND
DARKEST AREAS OF AN IMAGE THAN STANDARD DIGITAL IMAGING
However, I use them in TECHNIQUES OR PHOTOGRAPHIC METHODS. CANON POWERSHOT
their manual mode con- S3 IS (POINT AND SHOOT DIGITAL CAMERA 6.0 MP RESOLU -
TION). B/W P HOTO IMAGES WITH D IGITAL CAMERA ADJUSTED
trol system. They have FOR B/W. NO COLOR TO B/W CONVERSION.
their limitations but I
operate on the old theory: It is not the for the shooting of these infrared
camera; it is the photographer. A good images during the winter of 2007 in
photographer can make things happen Colorado. There is a very high risk of
behind almost any camera. damage to the electronic circuits of a
As you will be able to appreciate I digital camera if heavy water conden-
don't follow or emulate other photog- sation should develop inside.
raphers photography styles; however I High Dynamic Range (HDR) Images
learned The Zone System 5 (Ansel Many photographers might use the
Adams) many years ago. Since then I color to B/W conversion technique
have adopted my own style. I like to during image processing in the com-
express what I see in my mind and I puter. I prefer to shoot one set of
am very happy doing what I do -- images in color and one set of images
research. in B/W mode in the camera. Twenty
Digital camera sensors seem to gen- years ago the only way was to use
erate noise while taking photo images B/W film or color film or to carry two
in dim light or at night. These cam- cameras -- one with color and one with
eras do not have RAW file feature as B/W film. With the proper Auto Expo-
an DSLR camera. The file type is sure Bracketing technique and an
JPEG only; so it is quite a challenge HDR (High Dynamic Range) image
for a photographer with these limita- processing software, B/W images can
tions. However, with the proper soft- turn out quite interesting. I use sets of
ware for noise removal and the proper three, five and up to seven images for
technique during image processing HDR photography either in color or
nice images can be produced. B/W.
Infrared Photo Images Why High Dynamic Range (HDR)
There is more than one way to take Images?
infrared images. You can use infrared High dynamic range imaging (HDR)
filters in front of the camera lens or an is a set of techniques that allow a
Infrared Only Modified Digital Cam- greater dynamic range of luminance
era such as the Fuji FinePix S9100. between the lightest and darkest areas
There are also infrared plug-ins for of an image than standard digital
image processing software in the mar- imaging techniques or photographic
ket and some companies are dedicated methods. This wider dynamic range
to sell or modify digital cameras. allows HDR images to represent more
Some photographers are dedicated in accurately the wide range of intensity
this field either for scientific work or
levels found in real scenes ranging
special effect photo images. Many
from direct sunlight to faint starlight.
images look like they were taken dur-
HDR imaging fits my adopted style
ing the spring or summer. I developed
and what I do -- research! !
a technique to acclimatize the camera
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Yo u r R ig h t s a nd P h o to s
B y Vo n d a H. B l a ck b u r n , Ed i t o r
Many, many times over the years a
photographer has called or written to
report that his or her photos have been
used without permission, or with per-
mission but without payment, photo
credit or other related problems. In
ninety-nine percent of the reports the
problems could have been avoided by
using a cover letter or a simple agree-
ment in writing or using an IFPO
Business Form.
The following steps should provide
protection for most situations.
1) Copyrights are inherent to the pho-
tographer. However, an inventory
list of images with the copyright 5) A L W A Y S send a postage paid
notice ( E x : © 2 0 0 8) is a friendly
reminder that the work is protected
by copyright laws. Also a short
notice such as, “May be reproduced 6) Submissions by email are just “out
only with written permission of the
author” could be added.
2) Each time a photo or digital image
leaves your possession, it should be
accompanied by signed and dated
permission for use with terms and
conditions stated. This is the first
step to a contract for use -- even if
no payment is involved. KEEP A 7) Once there is an agreement for an
COPY FOR YOUR FILES.
3) Digital images require even more
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L O R V S . K E N T S T A T E F I N I S H I N G 2 1 -O F -35 F O R
235 Y A R D S A N D O N E T O U C H D O W N . © 2009
MOHAMMAD KHURSHEED, IFPO
www.ifpo.net
protection. NEVER send your
original files. Not even just for
someone to consider. Send a copy
of digital images along with text
files of the first two items above.
4) Follow up
by phone or
email within
5-8 business
days to see if
your images
arrived and if
there is inter-
est etc. Mention that complete
information is in the package.
return envelope when submitting by
mail if you expect your work to be
returned.
there” in an unknown domain. It is
much safer to mail a disc with your
name and copyright notice on the
disc. We are not suggesting that you
never email an image but you
should know and trust the receiver
and believe that terms for an agree-
ment can be made.
image is to be used, the terms must
be set before the use occurs. Exam-
ple: One photo may be used once
for $25 or any amount that is satis-
factory. You may even want the
benefit of having your photos pub-
lished without payment. If so, that
should be agreed upon up front.
8) Others conditions must also be
met. Will you get photo credit? Will
you get a copy of the work pub-
lished? Can you buy extra copies if
you need them?
9) When is payment made? Upon
publication? Within 30 days? At the
end of the publishing cycle? It real-
ly doesn’t matter as long as you
understand and agree to it.
10) Finally, all terms and conditions
should be confirmed in writing and
signed by both parties. Sounds like
too much work? Not so. Two copies
of a simple cover letter can do the job
Today's Photographer International
PHOTOS BY MOHAMMAD KHURSHEED, IFPO
THE VICE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES
SPOKE AT THE N ATIONAL D OMESTIC V IOLENCE
HOTLINE LOCATED IN AUSTIN, TEXAS. THE VICE
PRESIDENT’S SEAL WAS HELD OUT EXCLUSIVELY
BY THE TOUR FOR AI NEWS PHOTOJOURNALIST
MOHAMMAD KHURSHEED.
for you. Simple business forms can do
the job for you even better. (See the
offer for a lifetime supply of IFPO
Business Forms on pages 2 and 3 for
$39.95)
What happens if you have released
your images without an agreement for
use and learn they have been used?
Contact the user. Try to work through
the steps listed here. Most everyone
understands that copyright infringe-
ment can be serious business. In most
situations, something fair and equi-
table can be negotiated even after pho-
tos have been used.
It’s much easier to take the simple
steps required to protect your work at
the time it leaves your possession than
to try to get control of it after use.
Keeping a log of photo packages,
digital images etc that are in the hands
of potential users helps you track
usage, payments and packages that
should be returned. It also serves as a
reminder of where often your best
work is located and where and why
you should submit it elsewhere.
Using business forms designed
especially for photographers not only
help protect your work, it’s a short cut
to learning about copyrights, rights to
use, terms and conditions. Just select
the form that seems to match your job
and complete it! You should never
have to worry about protecting the use
of your photos again. !
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 On Assignment Internationally QUEENS DAY PARADE TURNS TO TRAGEDY
PHOTOS BY ARTHUR WIEGMAN IFPO
THE NETHERLANDS

Celebrations of Queen's Day in

Apeldoorn took a tragic turn around
midday on May 1 2009. Four people
were killed and 13 injured when a car
ploughed through a crowd of specta-
tors watching the Queen's Day
parade. As the open-topped coach
carrying the Royal Family passed, the
car broke through the barriers, hitting
23 people and crashing into a monu-
ment.
The public prosecutor said that the
driver was acting intentionally, but
that there is no terrorist connection.
The 38-year old man is reported to
have made two earlier attempts to
cross safety barriers, driving at a
speed of at least 80 kms per hour. The
driver was injured in the crash and
had to be cut from his vehicle, after
which he was arrested and taken away
for interrogation.

P H O T O S: T H E HAPPY R OYAL FAMILY BEFORE

THE PARADE (CLOCKWISE FROM TOP) PRINCESS
MARGRIET, P IETER VAN V OLLENHOVEN AND
PRINCESS MAXIMA; KONINGIN (QUEEN) BEAT-
RIX; THE ACCIDENT SCENE BELOW; AND
PRINCESS MAXIMA.

More on page 21

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 International Freelance Photographers Organization
LIFETIME MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION

1 PRESS CREDENTIALS
• page 10 & 11.
2 ASSIGNMENT DATA BANK ABOUT YOU:
Which best describes your photography: Check each area that interests you strongly:
• page 34.
o I am a beginner or amateur o Press photography. o Sports/Action.
3 STOCK PHOTO SALES • page 18. o I am an advanced amateur or Part-Time Pro. o Nature/wildlife. o Travel photography.
4 INTERNET HOME PAGES o I am a full-time professional. o Videography. o Advertising.
• page 20. I want PRESS ACCESS with my camera: o Glamour. o Commercial.
5 TODAY’S SPORTS magazine o Sports events. o Crime scenes. o Wedding. o Portrait photography.
• page 49. o Concerts. o Fire scenes.
o Breaking news. o Press conferences. Are you available for photo assignments?:
6 MERIT & ACHIEVEMENT
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Flex Cards • page 42.
7 IFPO CREDENTIALS • page 32. • Enroll me as an IFPO Member and send my Membership Card and Parch-
8 PICTURE AWARDS • page 24. ment Certificate + Complete Membership Packet. I enclose $74 for Member-
9 CUSTOM BUSINESS CARDS ship and Subscription to Today’s Photographer Magazine PLUS $7 for priori-
• page 5. ty handling and First Class Mail of my Membership Packet ($81 TOTAL).
10 MASTER PHOTOGRAPHER PLAT- • My membership packet will include details on how I can participate in IFPO's
INUM PORTFOLIO PROGRAM.
PROVEN PROGRAMS for getting PUBLISHED, making MONEY and gain-
• page 39
ing PRESS ACCESS with my camera.
11 GLAMOUR.ELITE • page 41.
12 LEARNING LIBRARY __________________________________________________________________________
name
• DVD programs: HOW-TO SHOOT __________________________________________________________________________
ALL SUBJECTS • pages 1 & 45 (optional) business name
13 BUSINESS FORMS (61) • pages 2- __________________________________________________________________________
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3. __________________________________________________________________________
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OR use your credit card and: CALL FREE 1-800-654-9557 or FAX 1-800-283-5989
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 SELL PHOTOS YOU ALREADY HAVE!

Successful stock libraries contain HIGH QUALITY images of everyday life situations. IFPO members shoot such images everyday as a matter of
course. However, unless a photographer has hundreds or thousands of images, he may be shunned by the large stock houses. This could happen for two
reasons, he simply may not be recognized as a successful stock photographer or his stock of a few dozen images is too small for an agency to consider.
The IFPO Stock Listing service removes these barriers totally and opens doors to the international sales market.

IFPO’s Stock Listing Service image buyer to identify a photo for purchase. • There are no commissions ever -- unlike
The following elements clearly distinguish the Members are asked to identify their pictures by agencies who always take at least 50 per-
differences in the IFPO Stock Listing Service and their 5 digit member number plus a 5 character cent of sales.
a stock agency: code of their own choosing. Example: IFPO
• Income from sales is instant and all
member 99999 might use Index Codes of
1. The service provided to IFPO members is a yours -- very different from agencies
STOCK PHOTO LISTING SERVICE and 99999-KID01, 99999-KID02, etc. where payment usually follow sales by 6 to
NOT an agency.
2. Each photographer manages his own sales.
A DVANTAGES OF THE 8 months.

3. No commissions will be charged ever.

4. Image buyers will browse the IFPO image
bank on the internet, select the photos, get the
price, index number and contact information to
order directly from the photographer who
owns the images.
5. Members may set their own pricing for each
photo sold.
6. Complete copyright standards will be avail-
able at the site for image buyers and IFPO
member photographers (the sellers).
7. Image searches by buyers may be made by
subject.
8. The most important part of any Stock Photo
Service is its indexing system that allows an
IFPO STOCK GALLERY SERVICE • Model and other applicable releases are
required for stock images listed with IFPO
www.ifpo.net/stock.html -- the same as with an agency.
• List only the number of quality images • Current and new clients can see your
you wish to list -- not 10,000 to 50,000 as fresh images instantly and contact you to
required by agencies. buy -- which could never happen with a
• You can add fresh images at your conve- stock agency.
nience. No minimums are required -- such
• The more images you list with the IFPO
as the 1000 new images per year by many
Picture Listing Service the more likely you
agencies.
are to make money -- which is the same as
• There are no contracts, exclusive or with an agency.
o t h e r w i s e -- to tie up your images for
• The more SUBJECTS you list with the
years as with an agency.
IFPO Picture Listing Service, the more
• The price you set is what you get - - likely you are to make money over the long
could never happen with an agency. haul -- which is also true with an agency.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

Credit Card Orders: when you submit your stock gallery materials, your
credit card will be billed for the set-up fee only. Then your credit card will be
REGISTRATION FORM (IFPO MEMBERS ONLY)
billed monthly on the first of the month beginning with the first FULL month
your photos are ON-LINE. Your first partial month is FREE! Minimum 12-
name month committment required. After 12 months, monthly charges will continue
IFPO Member #
until member cancels with a 30-day notice. Visa, Mastercard, American
Express, Optima accepted.
business name (optional) Checks or Money Orders: when you submit your stock gallery materials,
enclose a check or money order for the amount of the set-up fee PLUS $59.70,
address the first six months of the monthly fee. You will then be billed at 6 month inter-
vals.
city, state, zip, country I agree to the above terms and conditions. I enclose my photos:
contact name: #ST31, 12 photos, set-up fee $29.00 and monthly fee: $9.95
#ST32, 24 photos, set-up fee $49.00 and monthly fee: $9.95
contact method: (phone, fax, or email)
signature

IMPORTANT: Allow 30 days for IFPO personnel to scan your images and post them for sale in the Stock
Gallery. Be sure to add the Stock Gallery URL (www.ifpo.net/stock) to your business cards, letterhead and
all your promotional material.
Visa/MasterCard/American Express/Optima Card # expiration date

mail to: IFPO PO BOX 42, HAMPTONVILLE, NC 27020-0042

FOR EACH PHOTO: (make as many copies as you need)

PHOTO INFORMATION PHOTO

(complete 1 for each photo)
INFORMATION PHOTO
(complete 1 for each photo)
INFORMATION
(complete 1 for each photo)

Image #________- _________ Image #________- _________ Image #________- _________

(your IFPO membership I.D.# followed by a 5-character
code provided by you that identifies your picture)
photo title ____________________________________
subject _______________________________________
price (or print ”CALL”) ___________________________
(your IFPO membership I.D.# followed by a 5-character
code provided by you that identifies your picture)
photo title ____________________________________
subject _______________________________________
price (or print ”CALL”) ___________________________
(your IFPO membership I.D.# followed by a 5-character
code provided by you that identifies your picture)
photo title ____________________________________
subject _______________________________________
price (or print ”CALL”) ___________________________

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 IFPO INDUCTS 3319 MEMBERS INTO
TO COMMEMORATE THE 25TH ANNIVERSARY
T
o celebrate the 25th Anniver-
sary of IFPO many things
were considered. The intent
was to commemorate our first 25 years
in a way to honor the contributions of
the members who have been the dri-
ving force and heart of the organiza-
tion. After long deliberation it was
determined to induct those still active
charter members and other recent
deserving members into a permanent
Freelance Photographer’s Hall of
Fame and to award an Honorary
Degree of Distinction to each one.
When the International Freelance
Photographers Organization (IFPO)
was founded in 1983, no one could
have possibly foreseen 25 years into
the future. Now, twenty-five years
later, the original mission of IFPO --
to be the primary source of support for
the universe of freelance photogra-
phers -- has stood the test of time and
has surely grown beyond the wildest
imaginations of the original founders.
IFPO’s first member was actually
enrolled on January 9, 1984. From that
day forward IFPO evolved into a
member driven organization. That
simply means that members asked for
services and support and IFPO
responded with research and develop-
ment. That process evolved over the
years to make IFPO what it is today,
the longest continuing central source
of support for freelance photographers
around the world.
Fortunately, it was relatively easy to
identify the Hall of Fame candidates.
Since day one IFPO has maintained a
transactional data base that records
every single activity of each IFPO
member. That includes program par-
ticipation, editorial submissions, press
www.ifpo.net
1983- 2008
assignments, photo contest entrants
and other information such as pub-
lishing credits, internet home pages
URLs and more. Many members
have shared their success stories out-
side IFPO. This is also noted in our
membership records. This total
process pinpointed 3319 IFPO mem-
bers (out of 78,656) to be permanently
inducted into the IFPO Hall of Fame.
The Hall of Fame IFPO members
were inducted on January 2, 2008.
Each one is being notified by letter or
e-mail. If you were not notified, but
believe you may qualify, you may
check to see if your name is listed as a
Hall of Fame member at
www.ifpo.net/halloffame. Enter your
member number plus the first 3 char-
acters of your last name (8 characters
total). If you were inducted your name
will appear on the list.
There is a chance that there are a
few deserving Hall of Fame Members
that we were not able to identify from
our extensive records and other
research who should be honored in the
Hall of Fame. If you did not receive
notification of your induction and feel
that you should be considered, please
call 336-945-9867 to update your
records and discuss your potential.
To further honor and recognize the
Freelance Photographers Hall of Fame
members, IFPO created a unique,
definitive Hall of Fame Portfolio
exclusively designed to share the Hon-
orary Degree of Distinction with
clients and the most discerning friends
and family. Each item in the portfolio
is graced with the distinctive IFPO
Hall of Fame Logo.
The portfolio includes 1 IFPO Hall
of Fame Lapel Pin of silver inlaid into
Today's Photographer International
a field of black, 1 IFPO Hall of Fame
Honorary Degree of Distinction Diplo-
ma and Charter in a Leatherette Pre-
sentation Case plus 1 IFPO Hall of
Fame Member Passport distinctly
marked. Also a Directory of IFPO
Hall of Fame Members (to be pub-
lished and mailed in 2009) is included
in the portfolio and will be mailed
only to those members who apply for
the full portfolio package.
The Freelance Photographer’s Hall
of Fame will be permanently located
on the IFPO internet site. Each Hall of
Fame member’s record will be also
marked permanently. But it is the Hall
of Fame Portfolio -- The Lapel Pin,
Honorary Degree of Distinction Diplo-
ma, Charter and Passport ... that con-
vey the prestige of being inducted into
the IFPO Freelance Photographer’s
Hall of Fame.
Congratulations to each of you. It
was your lasting interest and ceaseless
suggestions that drove an organization
from its infancy in 1983 to more than
80,000 members strong with interna-
tional recognition in 2008. With your
continued interest and that of others
who follow in your footsteps, the
IFPO Hall of Fame will continue to
review members qualifications and
induct even more members in the next
twenty-five years. !
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 now you can publish your photos on the exclusive

The HOME PAGE Program is like a complete photographer’s PORTFOLIO, RESUME and ADVERTISING BILLBOARD on the Internet. It
can contain complete biographical information, contact information, PUBLISHED or AWARDED photos, or other CURRENT photos that
you want to represent you. Your HOME PAGE will have a unique address (called a URL) much like your mailing address that you can put
on your business cards or other promotional materials you distribute to potential clients. Clients can then view your portfolio and read your
accomplishment facts ON-LINE any time they wish from ANYWHERE in the WORLD!

IFPO Internet Program

TERMS AND CONDITIONS
contact information: to be published on your web-site Credit Card Orders: when you submit your Home Page materials, your credit
card will be billed for the set-up fee only. Then your credit card will be billed
monthly on the first of the month beginning with the first FULL month your
your Home Page is ON-LINE. Your first partial month is FREE! Minimum 12-
name month committment required. After 12 months, monthly charges will continue
IFPO Member #
until member cancels with a 30-day notice. Visa, Mastercard, American
Express, Optima accepted.
business name (optional) Checks or Money Orders: when you submit your Home Page materials,
enclose a check or money order for the amount of the set-up fee PLUS 119.70,
address the first six months of the monthly fee. You will then be billed at 6 month inter-
vals.
city, state, zip, country I agree to the above terms and conditions. I enclose my photos:
#HP31, up to15 photos, set-up fee $49.00 and monthly fee: $19.95
phone/fax
#HP32, up to 30 photos, set-up fee $99.00 and monthly fee: $19.95

email, other signature

IMPORTANT: Allow 30 days for IFPO personnel to scan your images and create your Home Page. Be sure
to add your Home Page URL (www.aipress.com/~yourname) to your business cards, letterhead and all your
promotional material. Visa/MasterCard/American Express/Optima Card # expiration date

mail to: IFPO PO Box 42, Hamptonville, NC 27020-0042

If convenient, look at other homepages on our Top-Photographers web-site for ideas. Links to Top-Photographers are on our main home
page at www.aipress.com. A good example site is: http://www.ifpo.net/~ellefsen

HOME PAGE information guidelines

CONTACT INFORMATION you wish to appear on your Memberships, Associations, Publishing Credits, Prizes or
Home Page. Awards.

MOTTO, SLOGAN or Describe Your Specialty (ie: on-loca- Accomplishments, Assignments, current Projects and
tion child photography). Career Objectives in photography

Send b/w or color prints or 35mm slides. Number your pictures or slides. Include a printed or typed list of your pictures with a title or cap-
tion for each one. Be sure to put your member# on each photo or slide. Model releases are required for any photos that have human sub-
jects that are not in the public domain.
If you want your photos returned, enclose a self addressed mailer with correct postage. At minimum, we require contact information along
with photos with titles to create your Home Page.
We will assign you an Internet U.R.L. (internet address) in this form: http://www.ifpo.net/~yourname. U.R.L.’s are all lower case and have
no spaces. Please include any suggestions for “yourname.” Avoid long strings of characters like “millersphotographyandvideographics”.
Use names like “paulmiller” or millerphoto.”
Be sure to print your U.R.L. on your business cards, letterhead, etc. This Home Page is your internet portfolio, and you want as many peo-
ple to visit as possible.

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On Assignment Internationally PHOTOS CLOCKWISE:
QUIET PICNIC
A Day in the Life of an IFPO Member
Quetta, Balochistan. SIRKARI PETROL
THERE ARE MANY FILLING STA-
Maybe I'm the only member in this region (Quetta, Balochis- TIONS IN EVERY CORNER OF THIS
tan, Pakistan), so I request more concession in regards to order CITY AND NAMED IRANI PETROL BUT
deadlines because the political and social situation over here -- it THESE ARE ALL STOLEN FROM
is very tense as there is daily news about the drone attacks on GOVERNAMENT ACCOUNTS BY
Quetta City where I live. CORRUPT SYSTEM AND SOLD
Many have doubts about me because I get letters from US. ON THE STREETS.

Maybe I have been marked and during last few months many of
THE MARKETPLACE
my friends and relative have been targeted. My life is in danger
IS THE COMMUNITY CENTER.
every day. Life over here is very hazardous. I can't quit pho-
tograpy so I shoot my surroundings on a daily basis and upload TRAGEDY OF DEATH
them to: http://www.trekearth.com/members/mamcg/photos/ I EVERDAY ACTIVITY INCLUDES
hike most of the time when there is no recreation in the daily life BURYING THE DEAD.
of this city. Muhammad Ali Musa.
Photos by
Muhammad Ali Musa IFPO
Quetta, Balochistan.

CANADIANS PROTEST

Photos by M. Reza Tabrizi IFPO

Toronto, Ontario

K ANIFING MUNICIPAL COUNCIL CULTURAL

G R O U P BO A T LI F T I N G E V E N T

INSIDE THE GAMBIA

Photos by
Jegede Clement Fisayo IFPO, Nigeria
I am a Nigerian, IFPO member 77803.
In late 2008, I was placed on a 5 month
project to The Gambia. While there I read
about a Fire Works Festival that takes
place every year at the end of December
and the first week in January. I N S I D E T H E GA M B I A
I was advised not to apply for event Pho to s by
coverage sinceJegedeit Clement Fisa yo IFPO, Nig eria
involved vultural and
traditional festivals
and I was a visitor. I
officially applied
with my IFPO docu-
ments and received
an invitation to cover
the event. J e g e d e
Clement Fisayo
IFPO
www.ifpo.net Today's Photographer International 21
 SURVIVAL GEAR
BREAKING NEWS

CHASE kit!
WHAT IS IT? WHAT YOU GET
The Breaking News Chase Kit is composed of The Pursuit Package:
three vital parts. The Pursuit Package gets you • Three (3) fully assembled laminated NEWS
on the scene; the Action Package gives what you CORRESPONDENT’S accreditation ID’s
need at the scene; the Instant Response Package each with your name and Assignment Veri-
gets your news story to the right news outlet fication Code. They are custom made to use
instantly. with your current Press Passport, Press
Badge and Press Wallet I.D. Card. Q&A
WHO CAN GET IT • The Pursuit Guide prepares you to gather, I already have Press Credentials.
1. If you are an IFPO member with GOLD record and distribute breaking news stories.
Why do I have to buy the Chase Kit?
PRESS or UNIVERSAL PRESS CREDEN- The Action Package:
• Action Scene Reporters Log You DO NOT. The Chase Kit was simply
TIALS you QUALIFY and may order the
• New Client Hot Sheets designed to make the breaking NEWS COR-
Breaking News Chase Kit.
• Accident Report Forms RESPONDENT’S job easy. It gives you
2. If you are an IFPO member, but not yet a everything you need on the spot to do the
member of a press program, TO QUALIFY • Quick Response Information Forms
job, do it right and get it to your nearest edi-
you must order one of the press programs The Instant Response Package: tor. The Chase Kit actually serves as your
(page 10 & 11) before or at the same time you • A Field Directory of HOT contacts. assistant to make sure you collect all the
order the Chase Kit. • 3 Quick Step Releases facts and then get them to the right place.
• Instant Reporter’s Delivery Forms
• Rights to Use Contract & Fee Contracts What is a Chase photographer; what
All forms include reproduction rights so you do they chase?
always have a permanent supply. We consider any photographer who is in
Accreditation Certificate search of breaking news events to be a
3 ID’s, “Chase Hound”. He chases sports, entertain-
FIELD kit &
The following Correspondent Photographer has
met all standards and requirements to receive full
accreditation as a
ment, fires, accidents, storms, natural disas-
ters, plane crashes, train wrecks, press con-
PURSUIT Guide! ferences and even goodwill tours.

NEWS Accreditation Certificate Accreditation Certificate

Will the Chase Kit be recognized?
Police will recognize the Press Credentials
which must be used with the NEWS COR-
CORRESPONDENT The following Correspondent Photographer has met all stan-
dards and requirements to receive full accreditation as a The following Correspondent Photographer has met all standards and
requirements to receive full accreditation as a RESPONDENT accreditation part of the
NEWS
John Q. Smith
Assignment Verification CORRESPONDENT NEWS Chase Kit.
Code: 00001SMI John Q. Smith
Assignment Verification Code: 00001SMI CORRESPONDENT Will Today’s Photographer p u b l i s h
Accredited: Accredited: January 14, 1998 John Q. Smith these news stories?
Assignment Verification Code: 00001SMI
January 14, 1998 Fits in wallet with 402A press wallet card
(pg 21). Accredited: January 14, 1998 Today’s Photographer WILL publish stories
about YOU covering these stories. The
Fits inside 408A passport. (pg 20). breaking news stories themselves need to go
to daily newspapers and wire services.
™ How do I find out if a newspaper or
TV station can use my news photos?
#452A - $39.95 Let’s use an auto accident as an example.
ACTION PLUS $9 S & H
You have photographed the wreck and are
leaving the scene without having seen any
Package other photographers or news teams. Pick up
the nearest phone (using the numbers listed
INSTANT in your Reporter’s Field Directory) to notify

PURSUIT
news agencies that photos of the accident are
RESPONSE available even though the film has not been
pro cessed . Breaking news is HOT and
Package Package
Forms Masters:
Reporter's Log & Evaluation
should be reported immediately.
Accident Report
CHASE kit ™ Client Hot Sheets & Notification
Quick Response News Log
News Event Checkpoint List
Daily Action Planner
Hot Local Contacts
Quick Response Labs
Field Directory Notes
CHASE kit ™ Quick Step Publication Release
Quick Step Model Release
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JUST BEFORE
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and landings since then, I still have no

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rapher was shuttle launch STS-96 on May
20, 1999 which was the 2nd flight to the
International Space Station. Even though I
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words to describe the awe and wonder of it
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SHOCK WAVE FORMED AROUND CRAFT AS IT PASSES THE SOUND BARRIER.

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OCTOBER WINNER
CINDERELLA MORFF IFPO, LOHMAN, MO
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brides still cling to the old tradition
ofbrides still cling to the old tradition
of not wanting the groom to see them
until they walk down the aisle. This
requires shooting the bride and brides-
maids first. At least an hour is needed
for this. Be sure to shoot the mother of
the bride and others helping the bride
get dressed. A kiss, applying lipstick,
hair and makeup shots are all impor-
tant. The bride looking out a window
or into a mirror using ambient lighting
makes for great photos in black and
white or sepia tones -- disengage your
flash for best results. Shoot the bride
and all bridesmaids before moving to
the location of the ceremony.
At the ceremonial site shoot the
bride alone to capture her gown first.
Make sure you leave enough margin
above her head and below the bottom
of the dress to allow for enlargements.
After that, move on to shooting the
posed shots of bridesmaids and the
bride. Next, if children are part of the
WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHY MADE EASY
CONTINUED FROM PAGE 9
ceremony shoot them in a variety of
poses and don’t forget the candids!
After that, it’s time to move on to
the groom and groomsmen. Don’t for-
get to shoot the parents of the groom
with their son. Equal billing is the key
to making both the bride and groom
happy. Shooting the groom’s party
should not take more than 30 to 45
minutes but you must appoint some-
one to round them up -- and keep
them together.
Find out early if the minister or per-
son performing the ceremony has
rules for shooting. Get this informa-
tion no later than at the rehearsal.
Some do not allow photos at all dur-
ing the wedding; others allow photog-
raphy but no flash. You must shoot
accordingly. If photos are allowed but
flash is restricted, resort to your
widest aperture lens (disengage your
flash), then shoot in manual or aper-
ture priority mode. Using a checklist
to set your camera on the modes and
settings ahead of time saves time and
worry. Save the special effect photos
or unique and unusual shots for later,
when you have more time to make
necessary adjustments to your camera.
Continued on page 48

WEDDING
Photography
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tery in photography as well as his business and • How to pose small and large family groups
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promoting his passion and artistic creativity • Outdoor romantics with the bride and groom
for photography. • Studio portrait session with bride and groom
• Complete equipment guide for weddings
• Recommendations for forms and contracts

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 2008 PHOTO CONTEST
WINNERS

2008 SEPTEMBER WINNER

FROM THE HEART
© By Craig S. Tordy IFPO, Clearwater, Florida
2008 ANNUAL
HONORABLE MENTION
AND MAY WINNER:
BLUNT WOOD SPEARS
THROUGH ADOBE MUD
© 2008 Ron Corbett,
Melissa, TX

2008 ANNUAL
RUNNER-UP
AND AUGUST WINNER
BLUE CRYSTAL
© 2008 Craig Tordy
Clearwater, Florida

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 ON ASSIGNMENT
Glimpses of the Pittsburgh Steelers 2009 Season
By Albert Onderko, Jr. IFPO, Gibsonburg, OH
PHOTOS COUNTER CLOCKWISE FROM LEFT: UP CLOSE. QB “BIG BEN”
ROETHLISBERGER (#7) SET TO CALL THE NEXT PLAY AGAINST THE BILLS.
RUNNING BACK MEWELDIE MOORE (#21) LOOKS ON, AS RECEIVER MIKE
WALLACE (#17) MAKES A WINNING FINGER-TIP CATCH FOR A TOUCHDOWN
AGAINST THE MINNESOTA V IKINGS ON OCT. 25, 2009.

QB (#7) BEN ROETHLISBERGER LOOKS FOR AN OPEN RECEIVER ON A

3RD DOWN PLAY.

DIGITAL REVOLUTION
CONTINUED FROM PAGE 7
Digital photography has changed all
that and removed the chemicals and
the processing part of the equation.
Most of us viewed the first digital
cameras as little more than a novelty.
As time progressed and they got better
at resolution we had to take a serious
look at how this new technology
would fit in to our photographic needs.
Today I have three digital cameras
and, except for landscapes and pure
black and white photography I use my
digital cameras. Not only has it
become more efficient, a computer ter-
minal and an ink jet printer have
replaced those darkrooms bathed in
dim red lights with the smell of Kodak
fixer and the sound of trickling water
that most photographers grew up with.
The term 'revolution' is perhaps
overused, but for those of us that grew
graph for print is still required.
So, today I have gone from shooting
and writing for newspapers to working
for a monthly magazine
and spend my time in
composition and creativi- 18xxx
ty on a computer. I don’t
rush to the post office or
to a publication office
anymore. I attach every-
thing either to an e-mail
or “upload” my work to a
computer server by the
push of a button. I do miss the smell of
the chemicals and the sound of the
trickle of water, but I don’t miss the
rushing around the darkroom to make
a deadline.
Is it a revolution? Maybe it is
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 LET’S TALK EQUIPMENT & TECHNIQUES
By Dennis Hodges IFPO Kansas City, Missouri
Model: Shannon
To me ebay is the modern day ver-
sion of the old Sears & Roebuck Cata-
log which many people called their
Wish Book. Recently I was on ebay
looking at photography equipment
and happened to stumble onto a 28-
200 Promaster camera lens -- which I
had never heard of -- with a ‘buy
now’ price of only $139.99. I thought
this was probably just a come on so I
moved on. Later after thinking about
it I decided to take another
look. Wolfe’s Camera
Store in Topeka,
Kansas was the
seller and they
listed an 800
telephone
n u m b e r .
Wolfe has a
very good
reputation so I
gave them a
call. I learned
that the PRO-
MASTER lens is
made to Wolfe’s
specification by
Tamron.
After talking for a con-
siderable amount of time to Mike,
Wolfe’s sales representative, I ordered
the PROMASTER, Auto focusing,
Spectrum 7, AF28-200mm, f/3.8-5.6,
XR Aspherical for Minolta
Maxxum/Sony Alpha. This lens is
exceptionally lightweight. It has a
minimum focal distance over the
entire zoom area; you can focus at
19.3 inches from your subject. It has a
maximum magnification of 1:4 (at
200mm). This lens achieves high
magnification zoom performance with
a compact size and is considerably
less expensive than name brand lens-
es.
The very next day I received the
lens. I wanted to test it right away so I
ran a casting call on the internet for a
model. I got several replies but really
wanted to test this lens on a Super
Model. I happen to remember Shan-
non, a professional model and actress,
www.ifpo.net
who had contacted me several months
earlier. I sent her an email explaining
that I wanted to arrange a shoot with
an experienced model. She said she
could be in Kansas City within a few
days.
Shannon’s credits include being
hired by Walmart to be a living Barbie
for the “Barbie Cares” project spon-
sored by Mattel. For every used Bar-
bie donated to Barbie Cares, a new
Barbie doll is donated to Children’s
Hospitals. She was one of the Mis-
souri Patriot Girls, has modeled
for magazines, calendars, pin-
ups and has also done a lot of
promotional work. To help
with her acting career she
trains horses, plays tennis,
racquet ball and swims --
plus she is a kick boxer. To
book Shannon for acting and
modeling assignments con-
tact her at: shan-
nonkayrichards@yahoo.com
After the successful shoot
with the Promaster lens I head-
ed to Photo Shop to edit and touch
up some of the images. I put off buy-
ing Photo Shop for a long time but
now I absolutely love it. However,
many photographers may not want to
spend the big bucks to buy Adobe
Photo Shop CS-4 for infrequent use. If
you are in that category, you can test a
similar photo shop program that is
TOTALLY FREE at www.picnik.com
The advantages are: no registration is
required. You fix your photos in just
one click. Use advanced controls to
fine-tune your results. Crop, resize,
and rotate in real-time. There are also
tons of special effects, awesome fonts
and top-quality type tools and baskets
of shapes from hand-picked designers.
It works on Mac, Windows, and
Linux. No downloads required and
nothing to install.
There is also a Picnik Premium that
costs $ 24.00 a year which I pur-
chased but if you are not really into
photo shop you probably wouldn’t
need it. There are many programs on
Today's Photographer International
the market
that do not
come close
to this one
in their
touch up
capabili-
ties. If you are not into serious com-
puter imaging but would like your
images to look better, you will love
P i c n i k . It is very user friendly and
anyone can hit the instant fix button
and it will change the brightness, con-
trast, saturation etc. in a matter of sec-
onds. If you don’t like what it has
done to your picture hit cancel and
your originally image pops back up.
I was recently thinking about how
rapidly things have changed in pho-
tography in the amount of time that I
have worked with Today’s Photogra -
pher Magazine. There is really too
much technology for any one person
to research and absorb. I believe that
many IFPO members feel the same
way I do -- that it is a real pleasure to
exchange little bits of information that
may be helpful and enjoyable. I read
every issue of this magazine from
cover to cover and always learn some-
thing new, thanks to the many very
loyal, long time members. I encourage
each of you to share your ideas and
successes. Good luck in the wonderful
new world of photography. !
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 2008 A N N U A L P H O TO C O N T E S T W I N N E R S
Rain Dancers (October Winner)
CINDERELLA MORFF, LOHMAN, MISSOURI
Blue Crystal
CRAIG TORDY, CLEARWATER, FLORIDA
Farmland Country NY
JACK LAGOMARSINO, MILFORD, PA
2008 CERTIFICATE WINNERS & HONORABLE MENTIONS
January
Honorable Mentions
Throwaway Scrap Iron
B. Zerbesky, Saskatoon, SK, Canada
Brown Hawk
Tommie R. Shaw, Louisville, Kentucky
February
Honorable Mentions
Ashleigh
Bobby Samuels, Lancaster, CA
March
Honorable Mentions
Cool Topping
Claudia M, Murray, Jamestown, NC
Midnight Bandit
Claudia M, Murray, Jamestown, NC
April
Certificate Winners
Untitled
Bobby Samuels, Lancaster, CA
Autumn Rose
Terry Sweatman, Colorado Springs, CO
Honorable Mentions
Refreshed by the Rain
Claudia Murray, Jamestown, NC
Iris and Water
Anthony E. Ciampa, Sahuarita, Arizona
A Golden Crown
Cinderella Morff, Lohman, Missouri
directors to make a 24 page magazine
which was mailed to the then 3000 mem-
bers. Stories beget more stories and more
members -- so in 1988 the first real maga-
zine with a color cover was published.
From day one IFPO members have told
us what they need which has been the
basis for research and development of pro-
grams. That is still ongoing and led to the
development Hard Cards in 2009.
Editor and Founding Director Vonda
Blackburn, reflecting on history of IFPO
said, “I am proud of the service we pro-
vide. Our brain child has been highly
effective and virtually without competi-
www.ifpo.net
$200 GRAND PRIZE
In Pursuit of Nectar
CINDERELLA MORFF IFPO, LOHMAN, MISSOURI
Blunt Wood spears Through Adobe Mud
RON CORBETT, MELISSA, TEXAS
May
Honorable Mentions
Down and Ready
Bobby Samuels, Lancaster, CA
Squirrel Fish
Anthony E. Ciampa, Sahuarita, AZ
June
Honorable Mention
Backyard Friend
Claudia Murray, Jamestown, NC
The Eye of the Eagle
Heather K. Dawson, Quinton, VA
July
Certificate Winner and Editor’s Choice
Hello Gorgeous
Tom Curley, Hudson, NY
Honorable Mentions
Early Morning Swim
Jack Logomarsino, Milford, PA
Looking for Lunch
Travis Lewing, Groves, TX
August
Honorable Mentions
At the Beach
Edward Brown, Plymouth, CA
Ripples
Jo Ann Kiel, Stroudsburg, PA
Back Flip
IFPO ... THEN AND NOW
CONTINUED FROM PAGE 7
tion. We started with little more than air in
1984 and developed into a world wide
organization which positively affects the
lives of thousands of photographers. I love
digesting, analyzing, creating and distribut-
ing helpful information and services -- and
I get to do it everyday!
In this culture for growth we are limited
only by our visions, creativity and experi-
ence. I love being available to assist,
encourage and guide or direct photogra-
phers as they pursue their goals. I have
always encouraged new ideas and wel-
comed ideas for sound changes.
Today's Photographer International
Michale Sutter, San Francisco, CA
September
Certificate Winners
Spring is Now
Terry Sweatman, Colorado Springs, CO
Smile
Craig A Long, Lewisburg, PA
Honorable Mentions
Purple Smile
James Duckett, Taylorsville, NC
Finishing Touches
Claudia Murray, Jamestown, NC
Passion Flower
Larry Granfield, Fort Myers, FL
October
Honorable Mentions
Road Runner and Meal
Anthony E. Ciampa, Sahuarita, AZ
Autumn Sunrise
Terry Sweatman, Colorado Springs, CO
November
Honorable Mentions
Backsteps
Jo Ann Kiel, Stroudsburg, PA
Bells of the Millenium
Terry Sweatman, Colorado Springs, CO
December
Honorable Mentions
Beautiful Butterfly
Tommis Shaw, Louisville, KY
Patterns
Anthony E. Ciampa, Sahuarita, AZ
Pretty in Pink
Economic times today are similar to
those of 1983 when the make money with
your camera appeal first emerged. It works
today better than ever because over nearly
27 years IFPO has developed a back-up
system unequaled in the industry to sup-
port freelance photographers.”
The photos in this issue illustrate the
successes of IFPO photographers from
around the world. The future is bright as
there is a greater need today than ever for
photography. IFPO proceeds into the
future with a clear vision that the members
will tell us what to do and we will do it. !
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MONTHLY PHOTO CONTEST
Entries must be postmarked by the last day of each contest
month.Late entries will be judged in the following month.
Winners Every Month!
*The Annual Grand Prize winner will receive $250 in cash and be published in
Today’s Photographer magazine. Each MONTHLY WINNING PHOTO will
published on ifpo.net website by the end of the following month. Ex: The May
Winner will appear by the end June. Monthly winners will also be published in
Today’s Photographer Magazine and receive a Certificate for that month
with their name and the title of their photo. ONLY MONTHLY WINNERS will

HOW TO ENTER become eligible to compete for the Annual Grand Prize.

MONTH CONTEST THEME

CONTEST RULES: JANUARY TRAVEL OR ANYTHING OUTSIDE

1. $8 ENTRY FEE for EACH photo entered must be included. FEBRUARY YOUR BEST SHOT: ALL SUBJECTS
2. ENTRY FORM (or the same information) must accompany MARCH YOUR BEST SHOT: ALL SUBJECTS
each entry. APRIL TRAVEL OR ANYTHING OUTSIDE
3. PRINTS or SLIDES: (color or B/W) not larger than 8.5 x 11 MAY FLOWERS UP CLOSE
inches. Do not submit original negatives Please title, caption JUNE YOUR BEST SHOT: ALL SUBJECTS
and give technical data if possible. JULY TRAVEL OR ANYTHING OUTSIDE
4. INCLUDE RETURN photo mailer with correct postage if you AUGUST YOUR BEST SHOT: ALL SUBJECTS
want your entries returned. SEPTEMBER FLOWERS UP CLOSE
MONTHLY WINNERS OCTOBER YOUR BEST SHOT: ALL SUBJECTS
will be judged for content and quality by a panel of Today’s Pho- NOVEMBER TRAVEL OR ANYTHING OUTSIDE
tographer editors and art directors. All decisions will be final. DECEMBER YOUR BEST SHOT: ALL SUBJECTS
ONLY Monthly Winners are eligible for the Grand Prize.
GRAND PRIZE WINNERS CONTEST ENTRY
For each annual Contest will be announced on March 31 of the Name, member# _____________________________________________
following year and will be published in Today’s Photographer.
Address ____________________________________________________
Returns: Pictures should be accompanied by a stamped and City/State/Zip________________________________________________
addressed return mailer OR a $7 return shipping/handling fee.
Because we know your photos are important to you, every effort Phone or fax ________________________________________________
within reason will be made to return the photographs. However, ENTRY MONTH:__________________ENTRY THEME ______________
Today’s Photographer will not be responsible for any damaged or Title (opt): ___________________________________________________
lost submissions. Entries received without a return mailer plus Technical info (opt): __________________________________________
adequate postage OR a $7 return handling fee WILL NOT be
returned. ______________________________________________
The photographs submitted are my own, and I hereby give permission to Today's Photographer to reproduce them. I agree that
Today's Photographer bears no responsibility for entries without the service fee or return mailer with postage. Model releases must
be included where applicable.
Model releases must be included and signed if applicable.
o $8 ENTRY FEE ENCLOSED for EACH PHOTO! Please enter them in the
regular MONTHLY CONTEST AWARDS ONLY!
All entries are eligible for publication in Today’s Photographer
o Also consider this photo for the Picture Award Program
Entry Fees are non-refundable. I ENCLOSE an additional $15 for EACH PHOTO. (see page 50)
o Check/M.O./Cash, o Card# ______________________exp date __________
Photos without entry fees or return postage and packaging will
signature __________________________________________________________________________
not be returned.
MAIL PHOTOS TO: PHOTO CONTEST
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CONTEST ENTRY FORM CONTEST ENTRY

Name, member# _____________________________________________ Name, member# _____________________________________________
Address ____________________________________________________ Address ____________________________________________________
City/State/Zip________________________________________________ City/State/Zip________________________________________________
Phone or fax ________________________________________________ Phone or fax ________________________________________________
ENTRY MONTH:__________________ENTRY THEME ______________ ENTRY MONTH:__________________ENTRY THEME ______________
Title (opt): ___________________________________________________ Title (opt):___________________________________________________
Technical info (opt): __________________________________________ Technical info (opt): __________________________________________
______________________________________________ ______________________________________________
The photographs submitted are my own, and I hereby give permission to Today's Photographer to reproduce them. I agree that The photographs submitted are my own, and I hereby give permission to Today's Photographer to reproduce them. I agree that
Today's Photographer bears no responsibility for entries without the service fee or return mailer with postage. Model releases must Today's Photographer bears no responsibility for entries without the service fee or return mailer with postage. Model releases must
be included where applicable. be included where applicable.

o $8 ENTRY FEE ENCLOSED for EACH PHOTO! Please enter them in the
regular MONTHLY CONTEST AWARDS ONLY!
o Also consider this photo for the Picture Award Program
I ENCLOSE an additional $15 for EACH PHOTO. (see page 50)
o Check/M.O./Cash, o Card# ______________________exp date
signature __________________________________________________________________________
o $8 ENTRY FEE ENCLOSED for EACH PHOTO! Please enter them in the
regular MONTHLY CONTEST AWARDS ONLY!
o Also consider this photo for the Picture Award Program
I ENCLOSE an additional $15 for EACH PHOTO. (see page 50)
__________ o Check/M.O./Cash, o Card# ______________________exp date
signature __________________________________________________________________________

MAIL PHOTOS TO: PHOTO CONTEST MAIL PHOTOS TO: PHOTO CONTEST
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 2008 PHOTO CONTEST
WINNERS
ANNUAL
HONORABLE
MENTION AND
NOVEMBER WINNER
IN PURSUIT OF
NECTAR
© 2008 Cinderella
Morff IFPO
Lohman, Missouri

JUNE WINNER
EGRET CHILLIN’
© 2008 Travis Lewing IFPO Groves, TX

OTHER 2008 WINNERS

ARE LISTED ON PAGE 35

APRIL WINNER
BEAUTIFUL FLOWER
© 2008 Thomas Curley IFPO
Hudson, NY DECEMBER WINNER
WOODLAND LANDSCAPE
© 2008 Travis Lewing IFPO
Groves, TX

2008 ANNUAL RUNNER-UP AND JULY WINNER: FARMLAND COUNTRY NY

©2008 Jack Lagomarsino IFPO, Milford, PA
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 2009 PHOTO CONTEST WINNERS
MARCH 2009
WINNER:
QUIET PAUSE
© 2008
Ostelinda Guncet
IFPO
Miami, FL

JULY 2009
WINNER:
AFTER THE RAIN
© 2009
Jack Lagomarsi-
no IFPO
Milford, PA

JANUARY 2009
WINNER
WOODY’S
FROZEN DINNER
© 2008
Cinderella
Morff IFPO
Lohman, MO

MAY 2009
WINNER
LATE FOR THE
PICNIC
© 2009
Cinderella
Morff IFPO
Lohman, MO

FEBRUARY 2009 WINNER: APPLE AND A BATH

© 2008 Cinderella Morff, Lohman, Missouri APRIL 2009 WINNER: TRIO
© 2009 Claudia M. Murray, Jamestown, NC
38 Today's Photographer International www.ifpo.net
 IFPO members who have been
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Master Photographer Platinum Portfo-
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IFPO responded to member sugges-
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the Master Photographer Program
which was first unveiled in 2001.
The distinguished Master Logo
appears throughout the credentials
along with universal issuing informa-
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Nationality, sex, height, hair and eye
color, date and place of birth add veri-
Continued on page 41

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 2009
PHOTO CONTEST
WINNERS

SEPTEMBER 2009
WINNER:

SUNFLOWERS
© 2009
Jack Lagomarsino
IFPO
2008 PHOTO CONTEST WINNERS start on page 27. Milford, PA

MONTH CONTEST THEMES

January Anything Outdoors
February People Up Close
March Anything Goes (All Subjects)
April Flowers Up Close
May Your Best Shot: All Subjects
June Your Best Shot: All Subjects
July Your Best Shot: All Subjects
August At the Beach: Swimsuits & More
September Flowers Up Close
October Your Best Shot: All Subjects
November Your Best Shot: All Subjects
December Your Best Shot: All Subjects

AUGUST 2009
WINNER:
REFLECTIONS
© 2009
Frank Maffucci IFPO
Swartswood, NJ

OCTOBER 2009 WINNER: SHOHOLA FALLS JUNE 2009 WINNER: THE FENCE POST
© 2009 Jack Lagomarsino IFPO, Milford, PA © 2009 Anthony E. Ciampa, Sahuarita, AZ
40 Today's Photographer International
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An IFPO Distributorship is an exceptional
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would be $19.98 (rounded off to the nearest
cent).
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model consultant kits and IFPO memberships,
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ly buy.
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prospective customer for the future. If you run
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AFETA, Camp Peary, VA; Miami Killian
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 TIPS FOR PET PHOTOGRAPHY
Continued From Page 8
sure you buy a washable fabric that picture was made using a men’s blaz-
can be laundered after each shoot. If er, tie, and a straw hat found at a thrift
you don’t have a backdrop stand, cre- store. It took much patience and many
ate one by draping your fabric over shots to get the perfect one, not to
one or two chairs behind the table. mention a very cooperative dog! It has
“Chip clips” from a dollar store are
won several awards and reminds me of
handy to clamp the fabric down.
Props the works of my favorite photograph-
Check your local craft stores, flea er, William Wegman.
markets, and thrift stores for creative Animals on location
props. The use of old pots, baskets, hat If you are shooting on location there
boxes, boots, wash tubs and such are are several things you can do to assure
great for smaller animals. If you really great shots. Never shoot in direct over-
want to be creative and have a very head sunlight between 11:00 a.m. and
docile cooperative pet, try a few wild 2:00 p.m. Best times are early in the
and silly shots like using the popular morning or late in the day when the
pet clothes found at pet boutiques. sun is at your back and the tempera- make the horse run. If this doesn’t
They really make fun whimsical shots. tures are cooler so the animal does not work, have the owner use a lunging
You can always make your own pet get over heated. rope and have the horse run in circles
clothes by dressing them up in old Shooting at the animal’s eye level is while you are positioned in front of the
people clothes with the use of safety a must even when shooting large ani- animal, panning and shooting con-
pins to nip and tuck such as the shot of mals such as horses. Remember to use stantly. You can later edit out the rope
the chocolate lab, “Smokey Joe.” This at least a 400 ISO. Forget the use of a and background clutter.
tripod for farm Try converting some farm animal
animals, as you shots into black and whites or sepia
will be moving tones. This nostalgic presentation
around too much. offers an option that is very appealing.
Having a helper Also, if all the photos do not match
again comes in your expectations, you can convert
handy. If you them to art sketches or abstracts using
want a beautiful your editing software.
shot of a horse I hope you will find these tips valu-
kicking up dirt able to your pet photography business.
and galloping It has taken me years to learn through
across a pasture, trial and error what works best so I am
ask your helper to confident these pointers will work well
run ahead or give for you. Shooting pets is challenging
the commands but you can have fun and make a few
necessary to dollars at the same time. !

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 WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHY MADE EASY
CONTINUED FROM PAGE 28

One of the most important wedding
pictures is the bride being escorted
down the aisle, so fire away. Remem-
ber, she is the star of the show! Be
sure to be far enough away to capture
the entire full length of the bride and
her escort. Again leave space for
enlargements. Shoot in front from
about 15 feet away then from behind
to capture the entire length of gown.
If approved by the minister and the
bride and groom, shoot each part of
the ceremony from various locations,
holding your camera at different
angles for great shots. Be sure to shoot
the crucial kiss that seals the marriage,
again firing away to make sure you get
the perfect shot! Place yourself at the
end of the runway or at the front of the
aisle so you can catch the couple as
they are announced as husband and
wife. As they exit, fire away!
The after wedding shots must be
done quickly to facilitate the bride and
groom to the reception. Ask the minis-
ter or person performing the service to
make an announcement that the bride
and groom will arrive at the reception
as soon as pictures are finished. Now
you will take the posed final shots
where the entire party is together.
Take the normal entire group shots
and family shots. Don’t forget the
minister with bride and groom, lots of
the bride and groom alone. Make sure
you get all the pictures on the bride’s
list and lots of shots of both sides of
the family. Include the step-moms and
dads and other extended family mem-
bers ... no one should be left out.
At the reception shoot the cake
before it is cut, then the cutting and
the toast. (If possible you do not want
to be held up for hours while the cou-
ple stands in a long receiving line!)
Shoot plenty of casual shots includ-
ing those on the bride’s list. To
accommodate large groups shots, open
your widest angle lens fully and hold-
ing your camera up in the air at arms
length zoom out, aim the barrel of the
lens down and click several shots over
and over moving the camera at differ-
ent angles to make sure you have what
I call a good “aerial view!” Ask the
guests to look up at the lens. Check
your viewfinder or replay feature to
make sure you got the entire group
before moving on. Finally, shoot the
removing of the bride’s garter and the
throwing of the bouquet. After the
throwing of the rice and departure
shots your job is finished.
After the wedding, I edit the pictures
using my computer software to create
special effects, correct flaws, eliminate
duplicates and crop. I then review all
and choose only the very best shots. I
never include “border line” images. I
then burn two discs -- one for the bride
and groom -- a back-up for my files.
My wedding packages include the
disc and my service at one price with a
written release that the couple has
unlimited use of the images. They can
print locally or send them to a dis-
count online lab. They can even print
gallery wrap canvas enlargements and
choose their own wedding books. This
saves them money, and me the
headaches of providing proofs, pro-
ducing final prints and albums.
My fees depend on time spent, the
number of shots the bride has request-
ed, travel expense and my actual
shooting time if it is more than four
hours. I collect a non-refundable per-
centage of the agreed package price
when I book the date. A twenty-five to
fifty per cent deposit at booking is
standard. Weddings are seldom can-
celled but photographers could be --
unless there is an investment up front.
With the proper planning and a
good digital camera you can make
really good money for a few hours on
a week-end. The best part is that the
market never ends -- even in very bad
economic times! !

The American Image Press Photographer’s Code of Ethics

A press photographer’s reputation is often based on his own code
• Stay within the boundaries of the photographers’ area. Never interfere
of ethics. Although getting the story is the ultimate goal, ethical stan-
dards can “make or break” a career. As a press photographer, it is
your duty to document newsworthy happenings — never altering cir-
cumstances or interfering with action to enhance your photographs.
Your photos should tell a story just as it happened. Meeting the high
standards of good press photography requires patience, determina-
tion and a strong set of ethics which can be the difference between
success and failure.
First, foremost and always remember that Press access is a privi-
lege not to be abused. Use the following Code of Ethics to guide
you:
• Arrive early — at least 45 minutes to an hour before the event is
scheduled to begin — in order to check in, find the press area, check
out the stage or facility lay-out and choose a vantage point.
• Never show up for an event unprepared. Not only should you have all
the proper equipment, you should have a basic knowledge and under-
standing of the event. Do your homework!
• Try to work with promoters and authorized officials rather than against
them.
• Conduct yourself in a professional manner at all times. Photographers
who complain or cause problems aren’t likely to be admitted again.
• Don’t just start shooting. Take time to think about what you’re covering.
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with the action, criticize a player or performer or interrupt an authorized
official.
• Have patience. Resist the urge to inconvenience other photographers
by changing spots. Your opportunity will come.
• Although it can be necessary to fight for a good position, always be
courteous. You’ll find other photographers are usually willing to share
their space -- if you offer them the same courtesy. Try your best to get
along with other members of the press.
• Always live up to your obligations to promoters and publications.
• If you agree not to sell the photos commercially, DO NOT break this
agreement.
• Always clean up after yourself -- film wrappers, etc.
• Never photograph anyone in a compromising situation (backstage,
locker rooms) unless it’s a public figure in a public place which qualifies
for news. Don’t abuse the privileges you have been granted.
• Always remember you are a photographer on the job -- not a spectator.
Finally, the nature of breaking news makes preparation impossi-
ble. However, when you arrive on the scene, you are a press pho-
tographer -- expected to live up to the same ethical standards you
have learned to display at scheduled media events. With practice
and common sense, high ethical standards should some as natural-
ly as pressing the shutter. !
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