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I’m diverting, briefly, from my Create Your Own Great Photo Book articles with a post about cover design.I’m currently prepping for a keynote presentation to Chicago Self-Publishing Meet-Up group about cover design. I’ve been attending this monthly meet-up, organized/managed by … Continued
The following is an ongoing series from Create Your Own Great Photo Book. The first “Be a Ruthless Photo Editor” covers activities you can use to take control of your image library. The second, “Storyboarding, Not Just For Filmmakers,” presents concepts … Continued
The following is part of a running series of posts, from Create Your Own Great Photo Book; the first “Be a Ruthless Photo Editor” covers activities you can use to take control of your image library. Storyboarding, Not Just for Filmmakers … Continued
Using as many images in your Great Photo Book maybe your first inclination; this is the absolutely wrong approach.You MUST be a ruthless photo editor! Focus on quality over quantity.* Image from http://www.tokyojinja.com/ As you review your big pile (or folder) … Continued
Create Your Own Great Photo Books Have you ever wanted to create your own photo books? How do you start? What are techniques to make it look professional? How do I get it printed? Download Free eBook Just released a … Continued
Wow, it’s been a couple of months since I’ve posted anything new for you. Frankly, I’ve been immersed in some very exciting projects.Don’t let the title of this post send you looking for Bruce Springsteen on iTunes. Can you deliver your … Continued
Recent activity a LinkedIn self-publishing group caught my attention.Someone asked for a recommendation about the best production method to publish their own book. There were several replies and counter replies. Group members offered testimonials about their own experiences with major … Continued
This year’s Chicago Ideas Week was filled with superb speakers, workshop and IDEAS. Unfortunately, my budget would only allow a small sampling of the seven day schedule. Choosing wisely.A must see, for me, was Bruce Weindruch’s presentation/workshop “Start with the … Continued
The trade show and fall meeting schedules are as abundant as the pumpkins in the patch. When was the last time you stepped back to REALLY look at your current presentation and supporting collateral? Are these key marketing tools outdated? … Continued
Presenting samples of your work is an important and making your portfolio stand-out can give you an edge in today’s highly competitive (freelance) marketplace. After viewing a short video about how a NYC photographer still uses traditional prints and cut … Continued