Are you still struggling to find an answer, Photographer, to the "print-only!" vs. "deliver digital files!" debate? If so, today's episode of The PhotoTellers, featuring Mr. Brian Campbell of Photo Flash Drive is here to help. Though not one himself, Brian now spends his career serving Photographers. What does his business do? Photo Flash Drive was created specifically to fit the needs of Pro Photographers. They offer custom flash drives, DVD's, wine/candy boxes, print presentation boxes...

  Joe Jordan Sit back with a pen and paper for an inspiring, challenging, practical episode of The PhotoTellers. Have you ever felt "stuck" in your personal and/or professional life? Do you sometimes feel unprepared to confront the pressure of life? Would you like to learn a balanced response to the stressors in your life? If so, Joe Jordan, Author of Sharpen Your Life: 52 Strategic Moments to Create a Lifetime of Success, has a message for you! Every few months I'm proud to publish...

Photographer: Have you considered how an App could promote your business . . . and also lead to more sales? Dave McCalley & Michelle Keenan of Collages.net have a message for you. They kindly sat down with me at Texas School 2016 to discuss how Photographers are using the services of Collages.net. HINT: They can also help you with post-production, album design, online galleries, and lab products. We begin our conversation delving into sports (Michelle) and Jazz music (Dave). If you want...

"Everyone cooks, but not everyone's a chef. Everyone has an oven. Everyone has a camera." -Cris Duncan Long-time friend of The PhotoTellers, recurring guest, and even an occasional co-host, Mr. Cris Duncan returns for another episode. There are 3 ilks of Photographers who will especially profit from today's conversation: The Photographer looking to define his/her own photographic style. The Photographic instructor. The moderately-advanced Photographer who wants to grow beyond the technical...

Michael Mowbray Hang on for a full conversation with Mr. Michael Mowbray, aka, "The Speedlight Guy." Maybe you're like me, and not one who uses speedlights--will this conversation be any good to you? Here is what you can expect: Why is Michael a "generalist Photographer?" Why doesn't he follow conventional wisdom and specialize? What's so great about being a Portrait Photographer? Michael says that his job is to "make someone look better than they think they do." SPECIFICALLY, how does...

Add the sum of Photographer Dan Frievalt's career pivots, and you find him enjoying his most rewarding and lucrative work ever. He's gone from graphic designer, to wedding photographer, to photographer of High School Seniors. Are you a Photographer who works with Seniors? Are you wondering if it's viable to hone in on this niche exclusively? If so, today's conversation on The PhotoTellers is for you. Personally, I ESPECIALLY enjoyed his discussion of his Senior Ambassador program. Dan is...

  Rob Hull                   If you or someone you love is new to Photography, and wants to take great photographs, today's conversation on The PhotoTellers is for you! Photographer and Author Rob Hull has written the book on the subject. Rob joins the show today to talk about his own history in Photography--from his first experience in the 8th grade, to a career at IBM & publishing, then to teaching Photography at a local college. How did all of those elements combine to...

David Stiff, today's guest on The PhotoTellers, spent much of his career working for Southwest Airlines. While there, David enjoyed the opportunity to spend time with Co-Founder & former CEO Herb Kelleher. David's opinion of his former boss? "Herb Kelleher is the most incredible human being that I have ever met in my life." Why such an esteemed opinion? What fundamental lesson did David learn from Herb? "Herb instilled in all of us the desire to love, care and respect others; and that...

What happens, Photographer, when you arrive on location, you have extremely limited time, and the setting is wrong? Russ Talks episode #8 finds Russ Harrington again in Stillwater, Oklahoma, with photographer Heather Beadles. Russ & Heather Beadles Heather recently asked Russ to spend a day in her studio, shooting her clients, with her equipment. Their adventure led Russ to an Olympic-Champion, now wrestling coach, at Oklahoma State University. The day allowed Heather--and now...

He is RALPH ROMAGUERA. After learning Photography in the Navy, now 47 years in business, after visiting numerous countries, after a year of Presidency of the PPA, after decades of learning from icons (and a few decades of teaching others) . . . Ralph has seen more than a few trends in the Photography. What trends does he love? What trend is a love/hate relationship? When Ralph's career is over, and we look back on his influence, what legacy does he want to leave? HINT: It's only 5 words. ...

Episode #8 of Russ Talks finds Mr. Russ Harrington talking about Keith Urban, Nicole Kidman, Amy Grant, Oklahoma, and coaching the sports Photographer. Russ has been busy! If you've seen Keith Urban's Ripcord album, or Amy Grant's new Tennessee Christmas Album, you've seen two of his recent clients. As of the recording date, Russ was in negotiation to photograph the incomparable Nicole Kidman! Did they connect? Did Russ land the job? Along with his hectic shooting schedule, Russ has also...

If you photograph children and/or High School Seniors, today's conversation with Kibbee Walton is critical for you! This is the interview at Texas School that left me itching to get home to photography my own children. Be certain to hang on until the very end! After we finished our conversation, I had to turn the microphone back on to capture some of our off-air banter. In my opinion, the last 2 minutes are the most profound.  What can you expect from this episode of The PhotoTellers? Do...

Luke Edmonson invites you, Photographer, to study under a living Master: David Edmonson. Luke explains the exhilarating 3-year project that's allowing David to create his finest work ever! You are now hereby invited to join him. Who is David Edmonson? In Luke's own words: Over the next 365 days x 3 years = ART1095 project enables you to witness the creation of a modern masterpiece. While David Edmonson is not the first photographer to create homage pieces to past Master Artists, he is the...

    Carl Caylor         If a genie granted Carl Caylor one wish for the Photography Industry, what would he request? A Photographer since the 80's, and an instructor much of that time, Carl has walked through the seismic digital shift, and the accompanying business recycle. He's no stranger to change. And he also happens to be a published author! Click the link below to find his book on Amazon. In today's episode of The PhotoTellers, you'll hear how Carl's High School...

Are you striving for success in commercial photography? My friend Tom Mileshko is here to help. For any Photographer who wants to grow a business helping other businesses look their best, today's conversation on The PhotoTellers is intensely practical. He's worked at the coldest Army base in the world, photographed weddings, and now Tom leads a group of photo and video experts. His clients range from the local business person to Chick-Fil-A. What can you expect to hear from Tom? Do...

© BryCox.com, Bry Cox Bry Cox, long-time friend of the show, joins us again discussing an oft-avoided subject in Photography: SALES. How good are you at sales? More than an academic question, this is the subject that determines your lifestyle, your charitable giving, your family's future. If you think that "sales" is a dirty word in the world of photography, I encourage you to give this episode a listen. If you have thoughts, disagreements, or questions for Bry, leave them in the comment...

If your Photography business has plateaued, is stuck, or needs to pivot; today's conversation on The PhotoTellers is for you. A second-time guest on the show, and long-time Photographer, Mr. Bert Behnke and I discuss 2 primary topics: 1. How and Why is he transitioning his 61-year old studio? His family built their "dream studio" 15 years ago . . . and now they're leaving it. Why? What are some of the issues of re-branding a long-time business? [SIDENOTE: If you're interested--I talk...

4th-Generation Photographer Jeff Ebert never wanted to be a Photographer. Now he's at the helm of a 101 year old Photography studio, loving the business and the craft. "I never thought of this business as having so much to offer," he admits. During the conversation Jeff also reveals: "Last year was our 100th year in business, and it was our best year ever." Yet 4 years previous was the worst! Tune in to hear what happened between those years to alter the course. You'll also learn what Jeff...

"If you really want to grow as a Photographer, don't study other Photographers. Study the old Masters." This tidbit of advice has shaped David Edmonson's illustrious photography career. It's the advice that has led him to creating his best work. It's the advice that has produced a living photographic master. David graciously agreed to join me for another conversation on The PhotoTellers. In this episode, you'll learn: David's "WHY?" for being a Photographer Fascinating historical details...

Have you wanted to publish a book of your photographs? At the 2015 Texas School of Professional Photography, Lisa Crayford introduced the project that has now reached fruition. A portrait photographer that took on a mission to see her home state, she has now published Waterfalls of Minnesota. Lisa Crayford How did she land a book deal? Why did she do it? Would she do it again? Did it change the way she photographs? Learn that and more on today's episode of The PhotoTellers. In...

Today's episode on The PhotoTellers wins the distinction of "longest title ever." Why the long title? As I write each post, I try to give a teaser as to the content. This episode therefore wins not for its duration [shorter than many episodes], but because it encompasses a great deal of information. My guest is Lori Craft, current President of the Professional Photographers of America [PPA]. She enjoyed her first-ever trip to the Texas School of Professional Photography this year, and kindly...

XP PhotoGear is the family-owned business that provides light-modifier solutions for Photographers working in small spaces & on location. They also happen to be the husband & wife team that has been struggling through breast cancer. I'm proud to introduce you today to Xavier & Patrice De La Paz. Today's conversation on The PhotoTellers takes a different tone. While you'll learn about the work they're doing to serve Photographers. . . Their products What's new The locally-made...

He's a Photographer, and he works for a full-service Photo Lab. He's Derrick Waiters of Full Color, Inc., and he's here on The PhotoTellers to share his insight as a guy who lives in both worlds. How has his work at the lab improved him as a Photographer? What advice does he give Photographers who want to earn more money? [HINT: It's not about going faster.] When you're looking for a Photo Lab, what questions should you be asking? What new products from Full Color are especially exciting to...

Alas, the days of the 120/220 Propacks are rare. Now we finally enjoy the blessing and the curse of the digital age: As many images as we want to create, as fast as we want to shoot them. And now that we have thousands of images from one event, the question looms . . . ". . . now what? What shall I do with all of these images?" David Sinai of Picsera is here to help. Picsera is the post-production company that wants to handle as much or as little as you want to outsource. What are the...

24 years into Photography, Elizabeth Homan's lucrative business hinges on one thing: Family Portraits. More specifically; large wall decor for the home. If you're intimidated by a small or large family group, struggle with posing, unsure how to proceed, Elizabeth is here to help. In fact, she & her husband, Trey, have written the book on the topic. Literally. Here's the Amazon link to their freshly-published book on Photographing Families: The book will give you a look at 60 different...