https://apalmanac.com A resource for working professional photographers and design industry professionals featuring news, commentary, equipment resources, and original articles Wed, 20 Nov 2024 12:09:41 +0000 en-US hourly 1 156681027 https://apalmanac.com/business/where-credit-is-due-the-importance-of-attribution-for-architectural-photography-187142 https://apalmanac.com/business/where-credit-is-due-the-importance-of-attribution-for-architectural-photography-187142#comments Wed, 20 Nov 2024 12:09:39 +0000 https://apalmanac.com/?p=187142 Just because we can’t pay our rent using a byline attribution for our work, that does not mean we should not be entitled to it all the same, or that it does not have inherent and potentially significant value.]]> https://apalmanac.com/business/where-credit-is-due-the-importance-of-attribution-for-architectural-photography-187142/feed 8 187142 https://apalmanac.com/business/breaking-barriers-overcoming-mindset-hurdles-for-artistic-freedom-184710 https://apalmanac.com/business/breaking-barriers-overcoming-mindset-hurdles-for-artistic-freedom-184710#respond Thu, 21 Mar 2024 16:50:58 +0000 https://apalmanac.com/?p=184710 I’m writing this because I believe there’s someone out there who needs these words just as much as I do—a reminder of the mindset needed to navigate the hurdles we face in our work. Many of us in creative industries grapple with the challenges of business, personal life, and seeking fulfillment.]]> https://apalmanac.com/business/breaking-barriers-overcoming-mindset-hurdles-for-artistic-freedom-184710/feed 0 184710 https://apalmanac.com/business/dont-get-caught-unaware-by-this-new-federal-reporting-requirement-183070 https://apalmanac.com/business/dont-get-caught-unaware-by-this-new-federal-reporting-requirement-183070#comments Thu, 11 Jan 2024 06:59:59 +0000 https://apalmanac.com/?p=183070 A new year brings new laws that may affect your creative business. This year, there is one big change that virtually all small creative businesses need to be aware of: the Beneficial Owner Information reporting requirement.Each state has its own laws, so I can’t really speak to those (except for California)—please do check into your local rules to see if there are any important changes in your state. ]]> https://apalmanac.com/business/dont-get-caught-unaware-by-this-new-federal-reporting-requirement-183070/feed 1 183070 https://apalmanac.com/business/jury-awards-architecture-photographer-6-3-million-in-copyright-infringement-case-183042 https://apalmanac.com/business/jury-awards-architecture-photographer-6-3-million-in-copyright-infringement-case-183042#comments Mon, 11 Dec 2023 14:33:00 +0000 https://apalmanac.com/?p=183042 Scott Hargis Photo Vs. Pacifica Senior Living has wound its way through California’s Central District court system and the result is a massive victory for photographers everywhere. The damages award is one of the largest ever recorded for a photographic copyright infringement case.]]> https://apalmanac.com/business/jury-awards-architecture-photographer-6-3-million-in-copyright-infringement-case-183042/feed 16 183042 https://apalmanac.com/business/architectural-photographer-dan-francis-explores-the-butterfly-effect-within-his-business-182648 https://apalmanac.com/business/architectural-photographer-dan-francis-explores-the-butterfly-effect-within-his-business-182648#respond Tue, 24 Oct 2023 13:28:13 +0000 https://apalmanac.com/?p=182648 Rumor has it that there is one man holding a Master’s degree in Photography way out in Fargo, North Dakota, and that man is Dan Francis. Dan was a photography instructor for 8 years, and works as an architectural and fine art photographer these days.]]> https://apalmanac.com/business/architectural-photographer-dan-francis-explores-the-butterfly-effect-within-his-business-182648/feed 0 182648 https://apalmanac.com/business/what-makes-a-great-client-180351 https://apalmanac.com/business/what-makes-a-great-client-180351#respond Mon, 02 Oct 2023 12:00:00 +0000 https://apalmanac.com/?p=180351 If you’ve been in this photography game for any amount of time, you most likely have some clients that you love, and perhaps a few who you’d be happy to never meet again. Having high-quality clients is the bedrock of a fruitful career. Without clients, photography is just your hobby. ]]> https://apalmanac.com/business/what-makes-a-great-client-180351/feed 0 180351 https://apalmanac.com/business/licensing-terminology-and-business-best-practices-dont-miss-these-two-powerful-resources-for-protecting-your-photography-business-182182 https://apalmanac.com/business/licensing-terminology-and-business-best-practices-dont-miss-these-two-powerful-resources-for-protecting-your-photography-business-182182#comments Tue, 19 Sep 2023 12:00:00 +0000 https://apalmanac.com/?p=182182 You know we love talking about image licensing around here! Even more so, we love great licensing assets and educational resources.We were recently put on to two powerful educational resources by amazing architectural photographer Melissa Kelsey and are grateful to her for sharing them with the community.]]> https://apalmanac.com/business/licensing-terminology-and-business-best-practices-dont-miss-these-two-powerful-resources-for-protecting-your-photography-business-182182/feed 1 182182 https://apalmanac.com/business/join-mike-kelley-and-doublespace-photo-for-a-one-of-a-kind-workshop-in-tuscany-182102 https://apalmanac.com/business/join-mike-kelley-and-doublespace-photo-for-a-one-of-a-kind-workshop-in-tuscany-182102#comments Wed, 06 Sep 2023 15:58:07 +0000 https://apalmanac.com/?p=182102 From April 13th – 16th 2024, myself, Amanda Large, and Younes Bounhar of doublespace photography will host an exclusive workshop for eight students at Podere Rombolino in southern Tuscany’s Val d’Orcia region. Join us as we practice architectural photography, enjoy discussions on theory, business, and craft, and of course culinary delights such as wine, cheese, and amazing views of the Italian countryside.Students]]> https://apalmanac.com/business/join-mike-kelley-and-doublespace-photo-for-a-one-of-a-kind-workshop-in-tuscany-182102/feed 2 182102 https://apalmanac.com/business/if-there-is-one-instagram-account-you-follow-i-hope-its-aphotoeditor-182029 https://apalmanac.com/business/if-there-is-one-instagram-account-you-follow-i-hope-its-aphotoeditor-182029#respond Wed, 23 Aug 2023 13:02:25 +0000 https://apalmanac.com/?p=182029 We’re coming in hot with a quick PSA today about an Instagram account that you should be following as a professional photographer. Chock full of information, stats, and intel about the industry, Rob Haggart’s @aphotoeditor account is a fascinating litmus test regarding pricing, business trends, and best practices across various fields of photography — architecture and interiors included.]]> https://apalmanac.com/business/if-there-is-one-instagram-account-you-follow-i-hope-its-aphotoeditor-182029/feed 0 182029 https://apalmanac.com/business/dont-sign-your-life-away-181785 https://apalmanac.com/business/dont-sign-your-life-away-181785#comments Mon, 07 Aug 2023 12:00:00 +0000 https://apalmanac.com/?p=181785 Psychologically, when we receive a document that’s flattened or includes only certain spaces to add information, we are conditioned to accept it as-is (well, most of us). However, until you sign it, nothing is set in stone.]]> https://apalmanac.com/business/dont-sign-your-life-away-181785/feed 2 181785 https://apalmanac.com/business/dennis-radermacher-shares-his-solutions-for-architectural-photography-data-management-with-his-three-places-system-181439 https://apalmanac.com/business/dennis-radermacher-shares-his-solutions-for-architectural-photography-data-management-with-his-three-places-system-181439#comments Wed, 21 Jun 2023 12:00:00 +0000 https://apalmanac.com/?p=181439 Architectural photographer and helpful tip sharer Dennis Radermacher used to be an IT systems engineer before he jumped ship to photography. He knows that as artists, we don’t necessarily love thinking or talking about mundane office tasks like backups and data management.]]> https://apalmanac.com/business/dennis-radermacher-shares-his-solutions-for-architectural-photography-data-management-with-his-three-places-system-181439/feed 2 181439 https://apalmanac.com/business/protecting-your-time-with-site-condition-clauses-181327 https://apalmanac.com/business/protecting-your-time-with-site-condition-clauses-181327#comments Mon, 12 Jun 2023 12:00:00 +0000 https://apalmanac.com/?p=181327 Editors note: This is where we have to jump in and remind you that APALMANAC is proud to be partnered with California-based intellectual property attorney Leslie Burns. Please remember that the answers here are not legal advice, but rather for educational purposes.]]> https://apalmanac.com/business/protecting-your-time-with-site-condition-clauses-181327/feed 4 181327 https://apalmanac.com/business/scotus-win-for-photographers-181294 https://apalmanac.com/business/scotus-win-for-photographers-181294#comments Mon, 05 Jun 2023 12:00:00 +0000 https://apalmanac.com/?p=181294 On May 18th, 2023, the Supreme Court of the United States handed down its decision in the case of Andy Warhol Foundation for the Visual Arts, Inc. v. Goldsmith. In a 7-2 vote, the Court ruled in favor of photographer Lynn Goldsmith, finding that pop artist Andy Warhol had infringed Goldsmith’s copyright in a photo she took of the music artist Prince in 1981. The outcome of the case hinged largely on the Andy Warhol Foundation’s assertion that Warhol’s use of the photo constituted “fair use.”]]> https://apalmanac.com/business/scotus-win-for-photographers-181294/feed 1 181294 https://apalmanac.com/business/finally-a-split-cost-invoicing-and-licensing-software-built-just-for-architectural-photographers-from-shared-construction-content-180794 https://apalmanac.com/business/finally-a-split-cost-invoicing-and-licensing-software-built-just-for-architectural-photographers-from-shared-construction-content-180794#respond Thu, 01 Jun 2023 14:07:48 +0000 https://apalmanac.com/?p=180794 Regarding invoicing systems for photographers, it has always seemed like there are two options – billing software designed for wedding and real estate photographers, or on the flip side, general business invoicing systems that have nothing to do with photography. Finally, there is a new invoicing and billing system created specifically with architectural photographers in mind. The best part? The system revolves around licensing and cost sharing!]]> https://apalmanac.com/business/finally-a-split-cost-invoicing-and-licensing-software-built-just-for-architectural-photographers-from-shared-construction-content-180794/feed 0 180794 https://apalmanac.com/business/on-abundance-and-value-181157 https://apalmanac.com/business/on-abundance-and-value-181157#comments Mon, 15 May 2023 17:00:00 +0000 https://apalmanac.com/?p=181157 Seems like virtually everyone talks about how there is an abundance of content creators today, how there is more creative work than ever, and how everyone is a photographer, a writer, a curator (don’t get me started on how that word is misused), a musician, whatever.]]> https://apalmanac.com/business/on-abundance-and-value-181157/feed 8 181157 https://apalmanac.com/business/photographing-a-project-over-the-course-of-two-years-the-hungarian-house-of-music-180920 https://apalmanac.com/business/photographing-a-project-over-the-course-of-two-years-the-hungarian-house-of-music-180920#comments Mon, 01 May 2023 12:00:00 +0000 https://apalmanac.com/?p=180920 It’s very difficult to start telling a story when you don’t really know where to start. Maybe it was in 2015 or 2016 when I first came across the visual designs, which immediately piqued my interest. An incomparable building was visible on them, one that I had never seen anywhere before, let alone in Hungary — it was a rendering of the future Hungarian House of Music.Rendering]]> https://apalmanac.com/business/photographing-a-project-over-the-course-of-two-years-the-hungarian-house-of-music-180920/feed 2 180920 https://apalmanac.com/business/7-ways-to-help-you-win-your-next-photography-gig-180464 https://apalmanac.com/business/7-ways-to-help-you-win-your-next-photography-gig-180464#comments Wed, 19 Apr 2023 12:00:00 +0000 https://apalmanac.com/?p=180464 After 10+ years of working in the industry, I have tried a lot of different processes for winning jobs. There is always a lot to learn from the sales process and while I have not figured everything out, I wanted to share some things that have helped me get to where I am today.Here]]> https://apalmanac.com/business/7-ways-to-help-you-win-your-next-photography-gig-180464/feed 1 180464 https://apalmanac.com/business/how-food-beverage-photography-helps-shape-the-hospitality-industry-180470 https://apalmanac.com/business/how-food-beverage-photography-helps-shape-the-hospitality-industry-180470#comments Tue, 21 Mar 2023 12:38:58 +0000 https://apalmanac.com/?p=180470 Let’s face it when photographing in the world of Architecture & Design photography, there are often other components that we are requested to capture by the client. A staged portrait of the client, lifestyle images, or food and drink photography for the hotel or restaurant.]]> https://apalmanac.com/business/how-food-beverage-photography-helps-shape-the-hospitality-industry-180470/feed 5 180470 https://apalmanac.com/business/marnie-hawson-challenges-architectural-photographers-to-use-their-businesses-for-good-180190 https://apalmanac.com/business/marnie-hawson-challenges-architectural-photographers-to-use-their-businesses-for-good-180190#comments Wed, 08 Mar 2023 13:00:00 +0000 https://apalmanac.com/?p=180190 As photographers, we spend a great deal of time thinking about how we can make money. In her latest journal article, photographer Marnie Hawson challenges us to think about how we can use our money. Marnie Hawson is an environmental scientist turned architectural and interiors photographer.]]> https://apalmanac.com/business/marnie-hawson-challenges-architectural-photographers-to-use-their-businesses-for-good-180190/feed 4 180190 https://apalmanac.com/business/basic-seo-for-humans-and-architectural-photographers-179833 https://apalmanac.com/business/basic-seo-for-humans-and-architectural-photographers-179833#comments Mon, 27 Feb 2023 14:00:00 +0000 https://apalmanac.com/?p=179833 When it comes to search engine optimization, the internet can feel a little like the wild west. There are endless spam emails promising fast SEO results, expensive software, dense jargon... We've put together this article to share what we know about using your architectural photography website as a marketing tool and setting it up to do the heavy lifting for you without wasting time or money.]]> https://apalmanac.com/business/basic-seo-for-humans-and-architectural-photographers-179833/feed 18 179833 https://apalmanac.com/business/protect-the-value-of-your-work-and-separate-your-fees-179792 https://apalmanac.com/business/protect-the-value-of-your-work-and-separate-your-fees-179792#comments Mon, 30 Jan 2023 13:00:00 +0000 https://apalmanac.com/?p=179792 Back in 2012-13, photographers got a bit of a scare with the Riensdorf v Sketchers case. In that case, the photographer brought an infringement claim against his client for exceeding the usage granted in his license. The client-defendant tried a very interesting and, for photographers, dangerous defense: it claimed that they created the ad using the image with the photographer, making the ad a work of joint authorship ]]> https://apalmanac.com/business/protect-the-value-of-your-work-and-separate-your-fees-179792/feed 4 179792 https://apalmanac.com/business/how-to-handle-copyright-infringement-on-instagram-179649 https://apalmanac.com/business/how-to-handle-copyright-infringement-on-instagram-179649#comments Mon, 16 Jan 2023 13:00:00 +0000 https://apalmanac.com/?p=179649 I think I’ve cracked the code! If you’ve ever submitted a copyright infringement / take-down form on Instagram, you know that it can lead to a bit of back and forth between you and Instagram requesting more and more information stating your case as to why a certain photo (or photos) should be taken down.]]> https://apalmanac.com/business/how-to-handle-copyright-infringement-on-instagram-179649/feed 6 179649 https://apalmanac.com/business/photo-contracts-are-useless-and-you-dont-need-them-says-some-photographers-179180 https://apalmanac.com/business/photo-contracts-are-useless-and-you-dont-need-them-says-some-photographers-179180#comments Mon, 09 Jan 2023 13:00:00 +0000 https://apalmanac.com/?p=179180 I wouldn’t necessarily call it a trend, but something that I’ve noticed recently is (some) professional photographers advocating for NOT using contracts. I don’t think there are a ton of photographers doing this, but I’ve seen random comments in Facebook groups and YouTube videos suggesting that you as a professional photographer should NOT be using contracts.I’m]]> https://apalmanac.com/business/photo-contracts-are-useless-and-you-dont-need-them-says-some-photographers-179180/feed 2 179180 https://apalmanac.com/business/7-tips-for-shooting-interior-design-photography-179463 https://apalmanac.com/business/7-tips-for-shooting-interior-design-photography-179463#comments Wed, 28 Dec 2022 13:00:00 +0000 https://apalmanac.com/?p=179463 Even within the category of A&D photography, shooting interior design can be its own “beast”. Not only are there nuances to shooting techniques, but (some) interior design clients can be a different breed altogether…and that’s not a bad thing.]]> https://apalmanac.com/business/7-tips-for-shooting-interior-design-photography-179463/feed 3 179463 https://apalmanac.com/business/hard-truths-and-sage-business-advice-from-a-photography-rep-turned-lawyer-179217 https://apalmanac.com/business/hard-truths-and-sage-business-advice-from-a-photography-rep-turned-lawyer-179217#comments Wed, 14 Dec 2022 13:00:00 +0000 https://apalmanac.com/?p=179217 I used to be a marketing consultant and rep to commercial photographers, before I went to law school. When I work with photographers now, I see a lot of the same issues arising, both legal-and marketing-related. So, in a holiday gift to help, here’s a list of 15 things I think you should/should not do to be more successful in 2023:If anyone talks about ROI or value propositions or anything else that smacks of weasel-in-a-suit when it comes to your marketing, run away.]]> https://apalmanac.com/business/hard-truths-and-sage-business-advice-from-a-photography-rep-turned-lawyer-179217/feed 8 179217 https://apalmanac.com/business/mentorship-matters-a-perspective-shift-178731 https://apalmanac.com/business/mentorship-matters-a-perspective-shift-178731#comments Wed, 07 Dec 2022 12:34:48 +0000 https://apalmanac.com/?p=178731 Throughout my years in business, I have been fortunate enough to have various mentors specializing in different areas of life and business. Whether it was my therapist to help with life challenges, a social media consultant for social strategies, or a photographer to aid with the development of photo and business techniques.]]> https://apalmanac.com/business/mentorship-matters-a-perspective-shift-178731/feed 9 178731 https://apalmanac.com/business/a-crm-built-by-photographers-for-photographers-178712 https://apalmanac.com/business/a-crm-built-by-photographers-for-photographers-178712#comments Wed, 16 Nov 2022 13:00:00 +0000 https://apalmanac.com/?p=178712 Disclaimer: I loved Sprout Studio so much that I became an ambassador for the brand back in 2020. While I do receive a commission for new users signing up, this application has been a staple in my business since 2015. For anyone interested in trying out the program, please know your support is greatly appreciated and I am here to help if you have any questions.]]> https://apalmanac.com/business/a-crm-built-by-photographers-for-photographers-178712/feed 6 178712 https://apalmanac.com/business/architectural-photography-the-law-property-releases-178509 https://apalmanac.com/business/architectural-photography-the-law-property-releases-178509#comments Mon, 07 Nov 2022 13:00:00 +0000 https://apalmanac.com/?p=178509 APALMANAC is proud to be partnered with California-based intellectual property attorney Leslie Burns. Leslie is back on the blog this month to answer another reader’s question about intellectual property and the law.Please remember that the answers here are not legal advice, but rather for educational purposes.]]> https://apalmanac.com/business/architectural-photography-the-law-property-releases-178509/feed 3 178509 https://apalmanac.com/business/get-to-know-conafarq-a-brazilian-coalition-of-photographers-protecting-copyright-and-licensing-rights-178290 https://apalmanac.com/business/get-to-know-conafarq-a-brazilian-coalition-of-photographers-protecting-copyright-and-licensing-rights-178290#comments Mon, 31 Oct 2022 12:00:00 +0000 https://apalmanac.com/?p=178290 CONAFARQ is a huge acronym with an equally huge goal. The “National Collective of Photographers of Architecture” is an association of architectural photographers from Brazil. CONAFARQ was born with the main objective of protecting copyright in architectural/interior photography.]]> https://apalmanac.com/business/get-to-know-conafarq-a-brazilian-coalition-of-photographers-protecting-copyright-and-licensing-rights-178290/feed 8 178290 https://apalmanac.com/business/architectural-photography-the-law-licensing-fees-178265 https://apalmanac.com/business/architectural-photography-the-law-licensing-fees-178265#comments Mon, 17 Oct 2022 13:00:00 +0000 https://apalmanac.com/?p=178265 Architectural Photography Almanac has partnered with Leslie Burns, an intellectual property attorney based California to answer reader questions about intellectual property and the law. By far the most common reader questions have to do with licensing, fair use, and intellectual property infringement and enforcement, so we thought it was the right time to make a commitment getting a professional involved to help architectural photographers around the world better understand copyright law and avoid the headaches and chicanery that go along with navigating the world of image use and rights.After]]> https://apalmanac.com/business/architectural-photography-the-law-licensing-fees-178265/feed 5 178265