Are you planning an event or a photoshoot and want to get the most out of your budget? Look no further! One
Collaboration vs. Compromise: Understanding the Power of Active Listening and Trust in Successful Partnerships
The Pitfalls of Compromising: Why Watered-Down Solutions Lead to Disappointment Compromising can seem like the easiest solution when parties come together with
The Ten-Thousand Hour Rule: Key to Success in Any Field
Malcolm Gladwell’s concept of the Ten-Thousand Hour Rule still holds today, as it did when he first introduced it in his book
The Power of Engaging Teaching: Beyond the Elevator Speech
The importance of clear and concise communication cannot be overstated in today’s world. However, simply giving a lecture or presentation may not
Informative or Just Eye Candy?
Before our children could even read, they could identify restaurants by their logos. Our oldest son was in the back seat singing
How to Use Photography to Tell a Compelling Story
Professional communicators understand the importance of getting the audience’s attention. A robust hook is necessary to stimulate their interest in the message,
Social Networking
The World Wide Web was born in 1993. Websites began. Connecting to the world was no longer just through email. You could
Understanding Your Audience: How to Engage with Them Effectively
Have you ever wondered how people use media throughout their day? Tom Kennedy, former multimedia director for WashingtonPost.com, gave a talk to
Invest in Preparedness with a Point-and-Shoot Camera
The making of great photographs requires an investment. We need a camera, computer, and software and, possibly, we need to attend classes
The Psychology of the Telephoto Lens
Nikon D3S, ISO 200, f/5.6, 1/125, & 300mm using an Alienbees 1600 Flash for fill flash. “What I need is a
The Psychology of the Wide-Angle Lens
Some folks choose a telephoto lens to see how close a subject can appear – a bear, for instance. But, unfortunately, these
What Kind of Photographer Are You?
I’m not asking if you shoot weddings, sports, or make snapshots of your family. These are one way to define a type
The Rekindling of Relationships
Christmas 2010 in Morganton, NC. Nikon D3, 14-24mm, ISO 200, f/2.8, 1/2500 Listen to me, O house of Jacob, all the remnant
Be a Joiner
Isolation is happening to too many individuals in their jobs. Outside of their work, they are unknown. Isolation may be a costly
How to improve your flash photography
This blog is the third article I have written on using your Flash. My first one was about avoiding the dreadful red-eye
Presidential Politics Teaches Us Something About Marketing Ourselves
What is running your business like running for office? For one thing, we scrutinize the candidates for more than just their position