The Art of Digital Photography: The Inspirational Series

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Come get inspired with Mia McCormick as she sits down with Erik Valind, a commercial photographer based in Florida, to discuss the ins and outs of being a professional photographer! Erik and Mia touch on topics ranging from how to get started in the photography business to how to stay connected to clients and fellow photographers.

On Getting Started (05:16) Getting started in photography is the hurdle all photographers have to get over, and there is no single path to getting there.
On Business Strategy (19:32) Finding ways to connect with businesses and clients that mesh with your own personal areas of interest will help you carve out your own niche. Staying connected to potential clients and fellow photographers will help generate new leads.
On Favorite Gear (07:08) Photographers love to talk about gear and discover new tools, but most working pros have their old standbys in their kit that they go to every time.

Course Time: 00 Hours 31 Minutes

R. Garrow

Feb 18 2013

Thanks for this! It was very interesting to see how a young photographer starts out, he has come a long way in a short time. I enjoy the series very much, thanks! I would recommend it to anyone starting out.
M. Holloway

Feb 14 2013

This is a great course. I really like Erik's style and energetic approach. If I was a prospective client I'd want to work with this guy. The course is short but very insightful. He covers practical ideas to help you better operate your photography business. ASMP, contracts, client negotiations, fees, and more that you can easily take advantage of to help you be a better business person. A condensed photographers survival guide. Just need to bottle and sell his enthusiasm. Thanks!

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Erik Valind

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Erik Valind is a Top Pro Photographer who specializes in the creation of compelling commercial work and energetic lifestyle imagery. People are the center of his photography and also serve as his...VIEW FULL BIO»

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