Your Future in Stock Photography
Patrick Donehue
February 21 - February 27, 2010
With the market for stock photography currently growing at a record rate, enormous new opportunities are available to those able to navigate the complexities of the stock photo industry. This workshop is designed to help photographers take advantage of those opportunities while avoiding some common pitfalls. Participants learn what kind of imagery sells, how to shoot it, and how to sell it. Personal vision, creative risk-taking, and a conceptual approach are stressed.
The week begins with individual portfolio reviews, followed by a series of lectures, demonstrations, and assignments in which participants practice applying their personal vision while photographing subject matter that appeals to an international market. Topics covered include the common traits of best-selling stock photos, anticipating market trends, shooting conceptual photos, the role of digital technology, selecting the right distributor, and maximizing the photographer-distributor relationship. Licensing models, including microstock, will be covered in depth. Case studies of successful stock photographers are presented and analyzed. With Patrick’s expertise and guidance, this workshop provides the necessary tools for building and sustaining a career in shooting stock photography.
Instructor(s)
Patrick Donehue has specialized in the production, marketing and management of stock photography since 1982. Well known as an industry expert, Patrick is a frequent lecturer on the creative and business aspects of stock imagery. He has most recently served as the vice president/chief photographer of Corbis Corporation, was the president of the Picture Archive Council of America, and currently sits on the executive board of the Picture Licensing Universal System. He is a member of the President’s Council at the International Center of Photography and is on the Advisory Board of Microsoft’s Icons of Imaging. A professional photographer since 1977, Patrick has photographed in over 20 countries and his images have been used worldwide by clients such as General Electric, Motorola, Nissan, and Jim Beam. This is Patrick’s tenth year teaching at the Workshops. His Web site address is www.patrickdonehue.com.
Who Should Attend:
Advanced Amateurs and Professionals
What You Should Know:
Working knowledge of digital workflow and manual mode on your digital SLR camera
Portfolio Required:
Please see the General Information section for your portfolio submission
Accommodations Available:
On-campus housing available. Click here for pricing information and suggestions for off-campus housing.
Meals:
Meal plan required
Breakfast available
Tuition & Fees:
Tuition: $1,075.00
Speaker Fee: $20.00
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