By Jon Canfield Most of us are incredibly lucky. We spend our time doing something we love, whether it’s our profession or a passion. Clearly, we’re in the minority when it comes to this type of lifestyle, and it had me wondering how I could share my good fortune with others who aren’t so lucky. One...
By Jay Dickman Even after 38 years of shooting for a living, I am always amazed at how my camera can open doors into the lives of people I might not otherwise meet—both in the US and internationally. Journalistic photographers such as myself are constantly approaching someone to ask permission to take...
By Phil Borges I got into my present line of work by following two of my passions-- traveling to remote locations and photographing people. This combination of attractions has led me to photograph many indigenous groups around the world. I love everything about the process—planning the trip, finding...
By Jon Canfield As photographers, we’re in that very lucky minority of people who can make a living from our passion. I have yet to meet a pro photographer who got into this business because they thought it would make them rich. Every single one I’ve spoken to has told me that it was their love of photography...
By Phil Borges I’m often asked how I gain permission from people in the developing world to photograph them. Actually, it’s not that difficult. Whether the person you approach is on the streets of New York or from a remote tribe in Irian Jaya, what matters most is your own mental attitude. For instance...
By Francis Hills As a studio photographer, I get to shoot a wonderfully wide range of people. For me, it’s one of the biggest perks of what I do. Recently I spent 3 days shooting 23 women for a layout in New York Moves magazine, a publication for which I’m a regular contributor. Each year, the magazine...