Business and Legal Forms for Photographers (with CD-ROM) (Business and Legal Forms)
Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
  • perfect for photographers
  • Legal Forms for Photographers
  • Very helpful
  • Great title for photographers
  • How to Protect Yourself as a Professional Photographer
Business and Legal Forms for Photographers (with CD-ROM) (Business and Legal Forms)
Tad Crawford
Manufacturer: Allworth Press
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ASIN: 158115206X

Book Description

Here's the classic "bible" of forms and checklists for every situation a professional photographer may face. Thoroughly expanded and updated to cover the Internet, this brand-new Third Edition contains 31 forms, each ready-to-use as is, or easily tailored to fit any situation. Photographers will find contracts for wedding, portrait, and assignment photography; property and model releases, assignment estimates, confirmations, and invoices; delivery memos; license for Web usage; nondisclosure agreements; and much, much more. An accompanying CD-ROM provides electronic versions of these forms, ready to use on both Macs and PCs.

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars perfect for photographers.......2007-05-24

This is a perfect book for photographers, with sample forms, explanations as to how and when they would be used, and a CD with the same forms that can be customized. Very very useful, and excellent purchase.

4 out of 5 stars Legal Forms for Photographers.......2007-05-14

This is a good book for someone starting out in professional photography. Lots of information and background provided within.

5 out of 5 stars Very helpful.......2007-04-12

The book has a lot of forms for photography such as Wedding and Portrait contracts are very helpful and the book comes with a CD-ROM too.

5 out of 5 stars Great title for photographers.......2007-03-09

This title is a great addition to any photographer's library. If I ever need to find a contract or form to use, this book has it. If it doesn't have it, it does have something similar to what I need so I can adjust it to work for me.

Speaking of working for me...the CD included with this title is a God send. It has all the forms from the book in RTF and Word form. This is nice because you can just go add names or make edits as you see fit without having to retype everything on a page.

It also explains thing you need for each form if you want to create your own (such as basic guidelines for a consent form).

I'd recommend this book to any photographer without an attorney or many years of business/legal experience.

5 out of 5 stars How to Protect Yourself as a Professional Photographer.......2007-01-09

This book contains forms covering every area of photography. A must-have for everyone who makes or wants to make a living as a photographer.
Associated Press Sports Writing Handbook
Average customer rating: 3 out of 5 stars
  • Basic Introduction to Sports Writing
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Steve Wilstein
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ASIN: 0071372180

Book Description

Written by a veteran Associated Press sports writer, this handbook arms aspiring and working sports reporters, broadcasters, and photographers with exactly what they need to know to make it to the top in the glamorous and exciting world of sports journalism. With the help of dozens of fascinating and instructive quotes and war stories, contributed by heavy hitters like Dave Goldberg, Jim Litke, Alan Robinson, Joan Ryan, and other top AP sports reporters, the book tutors readers in the core techniques and methodology of sports writing, while at the same time exploring the important professional aspects of the business: how to get started and make a name for yourself; local, national, and feature writing; how the Internet is changing the face of sports writing; and where the business is headed over the next decade.

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This handbook arms aspiring and working sports reporters, broadcasters, and photographers with exactly what they need to know to make it to the top in the glamorous and exciting world of sports journalism.

Customer Reviews:

3 out of 5 stars Basic Introduction to Sports Writing.......2007-07-11

This handbook is a very basic introduction to sports writing. It's written at what appears to be a junior high/high school level for kids looking at sportscasting as a career. I was expecting something a little more comprehensive, something along the lines of an MLA styleguide...But, then again, it is "just" sports writing. Doesn't take a genius, I guess!
Best Business Practices for Photographers
Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
  • Best Business Practices for Photographers by John Harrington
  • Photographer's bible
  • Great source of information for Photographers
  • Glad I read it when I did.
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John Harrington
Manufacturer: Course Technology PTR
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ASIN: 1598633155

Book Description

A truly successful photographic career means not only financial success, but also personal satisfaction and fulfillment. The goal of Best Business Practices for Photographers is to help you achieve success in each of these areas. This book is not a guide to taking better pictures or selling your photography. Instead, it explains how photographers can meet important business objectives. It covers the focal points of best practices - best practices in interacting with clients, best practices in negotiating contracts and licenses, and best practices in business operations. It provides a roadmap for successfully navigating these - and many other - issues facing photographers today.

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars Best Business Practices for Photographers by John Harrington.......2007-06-12

Excellent book! Full of uselful details and references. I highly recommend this book to anyone who is a professional photographer.

5 out of 5 stars Photographer's bible.......2007-05-26

After I bought this book, I read it straight through without putting it down. This is a great book and you won't be disappointed. This book is written so well, that it has knowledge for the beginning photographer all the way through the experienced pro. Clearly the best photo business book I have ever read. John Harrington uses witt and examples to enforce his points. A must-have book for any serious photographer in the business. The book is up-to-date, so buy it soon.

5 out of 5 stars Great source of information for Photographers.......2007-05-13

This book is amazing! I really recommend to other photographers out there as John Harrington touches on many crucial subjects that matters to anyone running a photographic business. There's depth to each topic and even shows real life examples and stories from his own life's experiences. Althought many topics are geared towards the photographic business, there are some that are almost applicable to business in general. I highly recommend this book.

5 out of 5 stars Glad I read it when I did........2007-02-01

I wish I could give this book to every "photographer" on Craigslist who only charges $100 for a photo shoot. They don't realize they hurt the photo industry as a whole by undervaluing the craft. This book is an excellent wakeup call to anyone truly serious about making a living as a photographer.

Not only does this book cover solid business principles with real-world examples, it gives the reader insight into the value of the work we do as photographers. To me, this book says: "Don't sell yourself short. You are a business: start acting like it. Determine what it costs to be in business and charge accordingly."

If you're serious about making a living as a photographer, read this.

5 out of 5 stars Best Business Practices for Photographers.......2007-01-13

This item was a gift so I don't have any specific information abot the book. However, my grandson was happy to receive it. Also, the book was received in a timely manner.
Professional Model Portfolios: A Step-by-Step Guide for Photographers
Average customer rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
  • Great for beginners
  • Professional model porfolios
  • Helpful hints to helping models
  • Good for beginners
  • Fantastic "Glimpse" into the world of shooting for models
Professional Model Portfolios: A Step-by-Step Guide for Photographers
Billy Pegram
Manufacturer: Amherst Media
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ASIN: 1584281375

Book Description

This photographer's guide to creating successful model portfolios encourages a dynamic, diversified artistic approach and shares essential knowledge about the modeling industry, portfolio basics, and agency requirements. Photographers learn how to work with models for the best possible results, create and refine a standout portfolio, and sell that product to agents in the United States, England, and Asia. Three actual portfolios are included to help photographers conceptualize, sculpt, and refine their own portfolios to maximize their client's reach in the industry. Photographers learn why particular images were chosen for opening and closing shots, how to arrange the interior images, and what constitutes an appealing design. Featuring information on working with women, men, and children, this book will help new and experienced models and photographers alike in getting the results they desire.

Customer Reviews:

4 out of 5 stars Great for beginners.......2007-09-03

Most of the things covered in this book are already known to photographers that have worked in the field, but for photographers starting in shooting models, this guide gives them a good start in the field.

Even though the book is titled 'A Step-by-Step Guide for Photographers', the information in here is even more valuable for models. Info on height classifications, measurements, posing, etc. I'd say all new models, and those that want to be models, this is a 'must have' book.

5 out of 5 stars Professional model porfolios.......2007-08-10

This was a fantastic book. So much information. Every model and photographer should read this.

4 out of 5 stars Helpful hints to helping models.......2007-06-13

This really helps with up and coming models who need a bit of direction.
I share this book with every new model I use.
Brings ideas to both of us.
It helps the models understand thier side of the business also.

5 out of 5 stars Good for beginners.......2007-03-12

It's very pro, a little out of fashion, it's a 2004 book, so that's normal I guess. If you don't work in the USA market, it is a good guide about how to work.

4 out of 5 stars Fantastic "Glimpse" into the world of shooting for models.......2007-02-15

This is a fantastic book. It provides great information about doing photography with a model's portfolio in mind It provides good examples with lighting guides, and dips the reader's toe into the fashion/modeling industry with just enough information to excite some readers - and scare others away. this is a good thing.

I just longed for more information; it lacked information about the modeling industry as a whole, particularly modeling agencies and how the work. this is good information for a photographer who wants to help models break into or maintain effective work with such agencies. Sadly, this information was lacking in the book, which is why I only gave it 4 stars. This information could help photographers work better with agency models on their portfolios.

That said, this book has a plethora of information on portfolios, the dos and do not, and plenty of other supplemental information that can be applied to any situation involving model photography.
Photographers Market Guide to Building Your Photography Business: Everything you need to know to run a successful photography business
Average customer rating: 4 out of 5 stars
  • A concise guide to the business of photography
  • Studio Photographers ONLY
  • Great for the start-up studio
  • good for beginners
  • Helpful information for budding entrepreneurs
Photographers Market Guide to Building Your Photography Business: Everything you need to know to run a successful photography business
Vik Orenstein
Manufacturer: Writer's Digest Books
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ASIN: 1582972648

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Displaying the same wit and charm that made her Creative Techniques for Photographing Children a commercial success, Vik Orenstein shoots straight with photographers on what it takes to build a successful photo business. She combines big-picture thinking with a soft touch to deliver sound, practical advice on such core topics as developing a marketing plan, building a clientele, networking and maintaining creative fulfillment.

The guide is a major asset for: - Amateurs seeking a friendly overview of the business - Established photographers delving into a new niche - Freelancers interested in selling stock - Photographers starting their own studio

At 320 pages, the book's simultaneous deep and broad treatment makes it an excellent companion to the business-focused introduction found in Photographer's Market. Vik also covers such important specialties as wedding, commercial and nature photography in individual chapters and frequently complements her own advice with that of industry experts.

Customer Reviews:

4 out of 5 stars A concise guide to the business of photography.......2007-09-06

As a professional photographer I found this book to be very useful in the early stages of starting my business. After spending much time doing all the things I thought I should be doing (and not getting very far!), I read this book and realized that being a professional photographer was going to mean much more than just being good at photography.

Like many businesses, professional photography requires skills in marketing, selling, advertising and dealing with people. This book introduces all these concepts and more, together with a lot of interesting case-studies of people who have switched to photography from other careers, and how they met the challenges of doing that.

Professional photography can be very rewarding and is an excellent business to be in - but make sure you get off on the right footing by realizing that 90% of it is knowing how to run a business. This book is an excellent way to start.

2 out of 5 stars Studio Photographers ONLY.......2007-07-30

Apparently, and according to this author, the only business you should open as a photographer is a studio. Everything else is pointless.

That being the case, she should have made that clear in the title.

The money I spent on this book was absolutely wasted, and I won't buy anything else without reading the reviews first.

Totally useless.

4 out of 5 stars Great for the start-up studio.......2007-01-14

Not Everything you need to know to start a business but a LOT of what you need to know. No book has Everything you need to know. I recommend this book to those who have not been in business before and want to open a studio. Great advice on customer service and dealing with the public.

5 out of 5 stars good for beginners.......2006-03-27

I have studied "fine art" photography for a long time now. This book was very helpful to me as I've been timid about using my skills & knowledge to start a business. the book is encouraging and informative. For me it was perfect.

5 out of 5 stars Helpful information for budding entrepreneurs.......2006-03-24

I have to agree, only partly, with some of the previous reviews that say the author is stating the obvious. It may be obvious to a seasoned, professional photographer who has been in business for years - but to someone just starting out, it's valuable information. She uses stories about mistakes she has made, learning the hard way, and gives advice on how to avoid making those same mistakes (e.g. the "use tax" flub and the tax penalties she paid for her ignorance). As she says, good photographers are not necessarily good business people. I think this book does a good job of giving prospective photography business owners a real, down-to-earth, inside look inside the life of a photographer who is in business for himself/herself. Her writing style is very enjoyable to read, too.
Complete Guide for Models: Inside Advice from Industry Pros for Fashion Modeling
Average customer rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
  • cool
  • Incredible Book!
  • All the basics of what it takes to become a model
  • I Loved the interview with Supermodel, Carmen Dell'Orefice.
  • I learned alot from this book
Complete Guide for Models: Inside Advice from Industry Pros for Fashion Modeling
Eric Bean , and Jenni Bidner
Manufacturer: Lark Books
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ASIN: 1579905765

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This book delivers candid, specific inside information about how to get
started in the competitive field of modeling, whether you're male or female or the
parent of a potential child model. The advice comes from those in the know, including successful models and modeling agents, casting directors, magazine editors, makeup artists, photographers, and health professionals. These experts debunk myths about the profession and shed light on common scams that plague the industry. Get the scoop on everything from being discovered to maintaining a
long-lasting career. Go behind the scenes on a New York City fashion shoot to find out what it's really like. Whether you dream of becoming the next supermodel, or just hope to supplement your income with exciting modeling work, this is the book for you.
Beauty is just one trait of a successful model, find out the other 12 traits, along with important information on the business of modeling, from getting an agent, developing your portfolio, make-up advice, and more. A range of model specialties are covered in detail, including: babies and children, teens, men's division, women's division, runway, commercial, mature and classic, plus sizes, swimsuit, body and fitness, and more. Co-author Eric Bean is a successful fashion photographer in New York City, and has worked with top models and agents for over two decades. Jen Bidner is the author of over a dozen books in related fields.

Customer Reviews:

3 out of 5 stars cool.......2006-08-28

this book is useful to those starting out in modeling. if you already have a contract i wouldnt reccomend it so much, but it has useful tips throughout, and anecdotes from real life models

5 out of 5 stars Incredible Book!.......2005-08-20

A must have for anyone who is wanting to become a model. This book offers insight information that is both vital and informative. The authors, Eric Bean and Jenni Bidner illustrate this book with fantastic photographs and beautifully written compositions of what should be expected by models and what is expected of them. I absolutely love this book and recommend that anyone who is even faintly interested in the subject manner should read this book. It is truely a fascinating read.

5 out of 5 stars All the basics of what it takes to become a model.......2005-06-09

It's fitting that art and crafts book publisher Lark Books should then move to a book on photographic modeling, Complete Guide For Models: Inside Advice From Industry Pros: it's a logical transition and offers the power of an art book publisher paired with the expertise of a fashion photographer and fashion editor. Models will learn all the basics of what it takes to become a model for the artist; from posing for commercial print ads to special opportunities for men, women and child models. Complete Guide For Models could have easily been featured in our 'Business and Careers' section, but is profiled here so artists and art library holdings will catch sight of it: it's an important, recommended instructional guide for the reference collections of artschool, artists and sculptors.

5 out of 5 stars I Loved the interview with Supermodel, Carmen Dell'Orefice........2005-06-03

It was really informative hearing from a model who has modeled for 50+ years. I recently saw Carmen Dell'Orefice in a runway show in NYC, and she looks great. Great interview, great photos.

5 out of 5 stars I learned alot from this book.......2005-05-22

I live in a small town in California, and i want to be a model. I always dreamed of going to NYC and being a runway model. I asked a few of the agencies in nearby towns, but they didnt know much about NYC. I got this book, and it answered alot of questions i had about modeling. The modeling schools near me charged alot of money, to take classes, but i learned just as much from this book. I can't wait to go to NYC now.
SellPhotos.Com: Your Guide to Establishing a Successful Stock Photography Business on the Internet
Average customer rating: 4 out of 5 stars
  • Good photo marketing and business book
  • Out of date
  • SellPhotos.Com: Your Guide to Establishing a Successful Stoc
  • SellPhotos.com
  • Author shares enthusiasm and experience
SellPhotos.Com: Your Guide to Establishing a Successful Stock Photography Business on the Internet
Rohn Engh
Manufacturer: Writer's Digest Books
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ASIN: 0898799449

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Photography is in the midst of a revolution. Rohn Engh shows part-time and professional photographers how to compete with the big agencies by using the Internet--the new frontier of stock photography sales--and by determining how their images, both traditional and digital, are delivered and paid for. A comprehensive guide, sellphotos.com covers everything for photographers from Internet basics and the nature of the stock photography trade to building their own web sites and operating their own business.

Customer Reviews:

3 out of 5 stars Good photo marketing and business book.......2004-07-02

If you've read Rohn Engh's previous book titled Sell and Re-Sell Your Photos, then you might want to skip SellPhotos.com. Approximately half of the information is straight out of Sell and Re-Sell Your Photos.

That said, I would recommend this book to anyone who is interested in learning about the stock photography business. It covers a variety of business-oriented topics, such as forms, letters, pricing, marketing, legal issues, etc. The author's words are very encouraging--by the time you're done with this book, you will feel confident enough to run a successful stock photography business.

As for "Establishing a Successful Stock Photography Business on the Internet," this book falls short. This book was published in January 2000, when the internet was still very much the wild west. The internet, as well as technology in general, has evolved quite a bit in the past few years, making some of the information in this book obsolete.

If you don't mind weeding out the obsolete information, then I recommend this book.

3 out of 5 stars Out of date.......2004-06-12

The book was decent and informative but out of date.It does give you a good idea about using the internet and setting up a web site to help sell your photos in the marketplace.
It was published in 2000. It refers to using windows 95 & 98 and modems with 2800 baud. It is out of date, he needs to update the book.
I paid a discount price of 13.99 for it but it should be selling for less.
I read his other book "How to sell and resell your photos" which was a very good book for photographers thinking of going into stock photography.
It would be nice to see an update with the newer XP operating system and newer software programs and web sites listed.

3 out of 5 stars SellPhotos.Com: Your Guide to Establishing a Successful Stoc.......2003-03-18

This book does have alot of good information in it about establishing an online stock photography business.

I gave it three stars because it is severlly outdated on the technology and URL's that are included as examples.

4 out of 5 stars SellPhotos.com.......2003-03-17

This book has alot of information to help the novice get started in the right direction. There are several tips and points that can help almost anyone get started in Stock Photography.

A major problem that I have with the book; some of the information is dated. The technology is mid to late 90's and several of the links in the book used as examples are broken URL's (they don't work)

5 out of 5 stars Author shares enthusiasm and experience.......2001-09-10

This is a wonderful combination of enthusiasm and practical advice. He is like a kind uncle who wants to show you his favorite subject and help you decide how to make your own version of photography work.
Irving Penn: A Career in Photography
Average customer rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
  • Beautiful Photographs in a Beautiful Book
  • Irving Penn: A Career in Photography
  • Irving Penn: A Pioneer
  • Terrific
Irving Penn: A Career in Photography
Colin Eisler , Issey Miyake , Edmund Carpenter , Jennifer Jankauskas , Rosamond Bernier , and Martin Harrison
Manufacturer: Bulfinch
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5 out of 5 stars Beautiful Photographs in a Beautiful Book.......2007-07-29

Very classy, clean, elegant, refined photographs. Presented beautifully. A great photo book to own if you like more classic photography.

4 out of 5 stars Irving Penn: A Career in Photography.......2005-08-19

Irving Penn: A Career in Photography is a book that examines the work and life of photographer Irving Penn. Several different writers and people associated with Penn have included text to describe their view of Penn and his life in photography. Colin Westerbeck, Issey Miyake, Martin Harrison, Edmund Carpenter, Rosamond Bernier, Colin Eisler, and Jennifer Jankauskas all contribute to the book. Writer and editor Colin Westerbeck invites the reader into the history of Irving Penn through a summary of Penn's life in his photo career. He begins with Penn's early fashion feature called "Flying Down to Lima" where after a case of airsickness, developed a new vision that changed his view of photography. Westerbeck also mentions Penn's different styles and renowned photo shoots including his many photos of various celebrities wedged into a narrow-angle corner he created out of theater flats, and also Penn's move to platinum prints. The remainder of the 200-page book comprises Penn's more famous photos. In total, there are 193 in the book, some which correspond to the text.
Irving Penn: A Career in Photography is an excellent book for anyone interested in photography, or even a professional looking for inspiration. Though it is a large book (approximately 10" by 12") its size is fitting for a photo book so that all the images can be easily seen and appreciated. The selection of photos is also suitable in that they are some of Penn's best and most known to the photo savvy, and are also mixed in genre. The text contributed by the aforementioned people help describe and reflect Penn's photos, and also show his many styles, techniques, and views on photography. Though these stories are informative to the reader, they can also get confusing and tough to read, as some of the writers tend to overuse unnecessary wording and phrasing. However, the excellent use of text/photo relationship in design and content work well in presentation, and contributes to an overall superb book.

4 out of 5 stars Irving Penn: A Pioneer.......2005-08-18

One of the most significant photographers of the twentyith century, Irving Penn's captivating photographs throughout his career are wonderfully showcased in this book. From his humble beginnings as a graphic dsigner in the 1940's to his portraits of the native peoples from the far reaches of the world-Penn's work has had a major impact on not only the world of photography but aslo the art world as a whole. This retrospective of Penn's body of work is much more thorough than expected.
The graphic quality of his work really speaks to me as a graphic desiner; weather it be his rich photographs of nude women or his famous portraits of politicans, actors and fashion models. The numerous illustrations of Penn's well-known corner shot were a nice surprise in the book; many of these images are very difficult to find on the internet, it was great being able to study the nuances of the portraits up close. A beautiful and informative book that any Penn fan would love.

5 out of 5 stars Terrific.......1999-09-01

Great book for anybody interested in Penn's wor
The Book of Alternative Photographic Processes
Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
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The Book of Alternative Photographic Processes
Christopher James
Manufacturer: Cengage Delmar Learning
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Binding: Paperback

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Product Description

This comprehensive technical resource explores every aspect of alternative photography. Each chapter introduces the history of a technique, reviews its chemistry and provides practical guidance in how to make it work. Processes include Van Dyke, cyanotype, Kallitype, gum bichromate, platinum and more. 386 pages 8 1/2 x 10 1/4 Softbound

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Pssst, wanna make a weird photograph? How about a moody blue cyanotype or a Kallitype? Or maybe a ziatype, anthotype, or Ambrotype? Or perhaps you'd just like to know more about image transfer processes or how to make a pinhole camera. Imagine knowing a really cool guy who casually tells you lots of valuable stuff about the history and science of photography while you're working in his experimental darkroom, and you've got the essence of the unusual and delightful Book of Alternative Photographic Processes. Christopher James, a photographer and former Harvard University professor, leads you carefully through the chemistry and use of materials for each process. He offers numerous ways to make negatives and prepare the printing paper, and he coaches you in understanding and accepting the enormously variable effects of each method. Seven useful appendices deal with such topics as safety considerations and resources on the Web. Unlike the narrowly task-oriented approach of average how-to guide, this one points you to a much bigger world. Even the illustrations include a generous assortment of contemporary prints--among them James's own inventive images--as well as work by 19th- and early-20th-century photographers. They were the ones who pioneered most of the techniques that are now considered "alternative."

The fun of this book--even for someone unlikely ever to set foot in a darkroom--lies in the author's fascinating excursions into the wide world of knowledge, from the workings of 3-D to Charles Babbage's steam-driven punch-card systems. Equally compelling are the author's sense of humor and his utter lack of dogmatism. "In gum printing," he writes, "there are very few absolutely correct ways to do anything." --Cathy Curtis

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars Best book I have found so far..........2006-03-23

This book is great. It has nearly every process I was interested in, and steps you through each of them with: easy to follow instructions, checklists of chemicals, and useful/helpful pictures.

Theres enough here to interest both the amateur photographer as well as the seasoned professional who is interested in these techniques.

Check it out, I don't think you'll regret it.

5 out of 5 stars one of the best.......2006-03-20

this book is excellent if you're interested in alternative photographic tech's. it is very thourough and offers MANY different processes.

4 out of 5 stars The Book of Alternative Photographic Processes (Book of Alternative Photographic Processes).......2006-02-27

This book is great for someone who has a little experience, or for those who may have a lot. It gives a lot of great ideas for new ways of creating and working on images, and provides a lot of information on how to go about the processes. Some info is pretty technical, but there are plenty of processes that are novice-friendly.

I especially enjoyed the illustrations the book used, because they give you an idea of just what the processes can do--that way you aren't going into it totally blind.

5 out of 5 stars Good Book.......2006-02-25

This book is very informative, and the processes I have done are easy to follow from the book. I highly recommend this book if you are interested in doing alternative photographic processes.

5 out of 5 stars Excellent Book On Alternative Processes.......2006-02-24

This is an outstanding book for both novice and professional. It is packed with good advice, explicit instructions for many different processes to try, and some wonderful illustrations and examples that provide ample inspiration. I have several books on the subject, and this is one of the most comprehensive.
Photography: Focus on Profit
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Photography: Focus on Profit
Tom Zimberoff
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PHOTOGRAPHY: FOCUS ON PROFIT is a combination profitability handbook and business automation software that enables photography students and experienced professionals to reach the level of profitability and professionalism that is needed to grow in today's competitive marketplace

By using the PHOTOGRAPHY: FOCUS ON PROFIT package on the job, photographers will

* automatically calculate a profit whenever applicable
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* implement the “best practices of photography” in their business procedures

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5 out of 5 stars An indispensable must have!.......2007-03-14

What a gem! This book is for anyone who has remotely considered photgraphy as a business. A straight talk step by step guide to setting up and maintaining your operation right down to properly pricing your fees so you make a consistant profit. A great desk reference every photography entreprenuer should not be without.

5 out of 5 stars Essential Gear.......2003-06-24

Beginner,amateur or professional; "Photography-Focus on Profit" by Tom Zimberoff is a must have for all photographers. Tom provides a written road map that is invaluable to not just the individual, but to photographers as a whole. He guides you from the basics of starting out; continues through the do's and dont's on up to maintaining profitability in this tight market.

That's not all. He also includes the "PhotoByte" program. This amazing software keeps track of all assignments from birth to conception. It guides you step by step.

Want to know how much profit you have made from a particular image? It does it! It keeps track of all profits in general and by individual photographs (it even displays the photo). Want to know which customers still owe money, which one's pay on time and how much profit (or loss) from a particular customer? It does that as well.

Don't want customers seeing the markup on your services? Enter the item(s) and Photobyte shows it on the screen and calculates everything for you... automatically. It even add's the sales tax for you! Keeps track of equipment (with serial numbers), customers, jobs...

This program is heaven sent which means Tom is an angel. If you need direction then this book will give it to you. The program is just icing on the cake.

As a former photographer for the military in Hawaii; I moved to Puert Rico to start anew due to the economic slowdown caused by the 9/11 tragedy. I've worked for many people but never on my own (photography). I had the practical photo experience. But the business side was a stretch and I could only go by "general" business practices.

Tom's book showed me that "general" does not apply to photography. "Focus on Profit" is exactly that. "Focused".

Thanks Tom. This is the best Photography business book I have ever read. It stays on my desk at all times.

5 out of 5 stars An Unbeatable Resource.......2003-06-24

I would consider this book required reading for anyone interested in ensuring their photography career is a profitable one! Focus On Profit is a sensible, easy read with a wealth of information about running a successful business.
The computer software "Photobyte" that is included with it has streamlined my business more than I can say.
I highly recommend this book.

5 out of 5 stars An essential, basic guide.......2003-01-06

Photography: Focus On Profit isn't just another beginner's how-to guide on taking or marketing pictures. Photography: Focus On Profit culls the industry's best practices, using software to put its lessons into practice. Photographers are given all the information needed to incorporate profitability into their efforts. Chapters provide specific guidelines geared to profitability, from buying equipment only when and as needed to generate an immediate payback, to defining a potential customer base. An essential, basic guide.

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