A Photographer’s Life

A Photographer's Life™ interview with up-and-coming commercial and architecture photographer Kyle Wege. Kyle is one of America's rising stars in the world of architectural photography and has created a successful business in the upper Midwest. Kyle is based in Madison, Wisconsin, and is a long-time member of The Association of Independent Architectural Photographers™ (AIAP). Kyle's photography can...

Valuable insights and information from America's top architectural photographers. A rare opportunity for advice from veteran photographers who understand what it takes to be successful. The Association of Independent Architectural Photographers™ was established in 2001 and is an Internet-based trade association with one primary purpose: To promote the professional success of established independen...

A Photographer's Life™ discussion of the types of services that architectural photographers can easily add to dramatically increase their bottom line. Veteran AIAP photographers share how they've been able to survive the economic roller coaster and maintain their personal success. The Association of Independent Architectural Photographers™ was established in 2001 and is an Internet-based trade ass...

A Photographer's Life™ interview with prominent photographic copyright attorney and photographer David Deal. David is recognized as one of America's foremost authorities on copyright law relating to photography. David's law office is based in Virginia, and you can learn more about David and his law practice at his website: https://www.daviddeal.com. In this episode's interview with AIAP director A...

A Photographer's Life™ interview with award-winning architecture photographer and popular workshop presenter Barry Grossman. Barry is one of America's most forward-thinking architectural photographers and prides himself on using some of the most sophisticated equipment available. Barry is based in Florida and is a long-time member of The Association of Independent Architectural Photographers™ (AIA...

A candid discussion of artistic vision with an elite group of AIAP architectural photographers. Hear these professionals discuss how they approach each new project and their unique methods for creating exceptional photographs in every situation. Learn how the best architectural photographers actually "see" their subjects and their tools for creating iconic photographs. The Association of Independe...

Do professional architectural photographers really use medium and large format cameras for their work? If so, what cameras do they choose? Find out what successful, working architectural photographers really use, rather than the useless videos posted by social media's non-working photographers. The Association of Independent Architectural Photographers™ was established in 2001 and is an Internet-b...

Have you ever wondered what equipment America's top architectural photographers really use, and really want? Take a behind-the-scenes look at a candid discussion about cameras, lenses, accessories, and software by the pros who create the world's best architectural photographs. Find out what successful, working architectural photographers really use, rather than the useless videos posted by YouTube...

In this podcast Alan Blakely talks about his award-winning career as a professional photographer. Alan discusses his beginnings as a newspaper photographer to his current status as one of the world's foremost architectural photographers. Alan also offers insights into his formula for business success in an ever-changing economy. Alan's understanding of the fundamentals of business success is appli...

Find out how to best handle estimates, invoices, and image licensing from some of America's best architectural photographers. Discover how to avoid the headaches that come from sloppy business practices. The Association of Independent Architectural Photographers™ was established in 2001 and is an Internet-based trade association with one primary purpose: To promote the professional success of esta...

Ever wondered what cameras and lenses the pros actually use? Here are the surprising answers. Find out what successful, working photographers use rather than the useless videos posted by YouTube's many non-photographers. The Association of Independent Architectural Photographers™ was established in 2001 and is an Internet-based trade association with one primary purpose: To promote the professiona...

An eye-opening discussion of the opportunities and challenges facing American architectural photographers. AIAP members discuss their personal businesses and clients. The Association of Independent Architectural Photographers™ was established in 2001 and is an Internet-based trade association with one primary purpose: To promote the professional success of established independent architectural pho...

Part Three of the Spring 2022 AIAP "Question and Answer" Session. An unscripted discussion of contemporary architectural photography by some of the AIAP's top photographers. This is a rare opportunity to listen to an honest and frank discussion of the challenges and opportunities facing today's professional architectural photographers. Content © 2022 The Association of Independent Architectural Ph...

Part Two of the Spring 2022 AIAP "Question and Answer" Session. An unscripted discussion of contemporary architectural photography by some of the AIAP's top photographers. This is a rare opportunity to listen to an honest and frank discussion of the challenges and opportunities facing today's professional architectural photographers. Content © 2022 The Association of Independent Architectural Phot...

Part One of the Spring 2022 AIAP "Question and Answer" Session. An unscripted discussion of contemporary architectural photography by some of the AIAP's top photographers. This is a rare opportunity to listen to an honest and frank discussion of the challenges and opportunities facing today's professional architectural photographers. Content © 2022 The Association of Independent Architectural Phot...

A Photographer's Life™ interview with award-winning architecture photographer and widely-published author Caryn B. Davis. Caryn is a broadcast writer/producer turned architectural photographer based in Connecticut and a long-time member of The Association of Independent Architectural Photographers™ (AIAP). Caryn's photography can be viewed at her website: www.carynbdavis.com In this episode's inte...

An informative discussion by leading AIAP architecture photographers regarding best business practices: • How to successfully book an architectural photography assignment. • How to estimate costs for architectural photography. • Preparing a proposal or contract for an architectural client. • Pros and cons of preparing an itemized estimate rather than a one-price estimate. • How to prepare for a su...

A revealing discussion by prominent AIAP architecture photographers regarding their own personal experience in hiring assistants, interns, and employees. Hear AIAP members discuss: • How to find and hire qualified new assistants. • How to accept interns from qualified college photography programs. • Training assistants. • The finer points of being a good assistant. • Personal experiences as assist...

A Photographer's Life™ interview with award-winning architecture photographer Sterling Stevens. Sterling is an architect turned architectural photographer based in Raleigh, North Carolina and a long-time member of The Association of Independent Architectural Photographers™ (AIAP). Sterling's photography can be viewed at his website: https://www.sestevens.com In this episode's interview by AIAP dir...

A revealing discussion by prominent AIAP architecture photographers regarding their own personal workflow: • CaptureOne software. • Processing software. • Adobe Lightroom®, Adobe Photoshop® • Topaz AI Software: Topaz Sharpen AI, Topaz Denoise AI. • Working procedures on set. • Previewing images with clients. • CamRanger camera assistant. • Arsenal camera assistant.   The Association of Independent...

A candid discussion regarding the use of drones in contemporary professional architectural photography by prominent AIAP members: • Using drones as a professional architectural photographer. • Best drones for architectural photography. • FAA Part 107 Certification and Licensing • Advantages and disadvantages of drone photography compared to aerial photography using helicopters and small aircraft....

A candid discussion regarding the use of drones in contemporary professional architectural photography by prominent AIAP members: • Using drones as a professional architectural photographer. • Best drones for architectural photography. • FAA Part 107 Certification and Licensing • Advantages and disadvantages of drone photography compared to aerial photography using helicopters and small aircraft....

A Photographer's Life™ interview with award-winning architecture photographer Brad Feinknopf. Brad is an elite architectural photographer based in Columbus, Ohio and a long-time member of The Association of Independent Architectural Photographers™ (AIAP). Brad's photography can be viewed at his website: https://www.feinknopf.com In this episode's interview by AIAP director Alan Blakely, Brad discu...

A candid marketing discussion by some of the AIAP's most successful architectural photographers. Hear what works, what doesn't, and why. AIAP members discuss the most effective marketing mix of social media, direct mail, direct email, and in-person contact. This is a clear, no-nonsense approach to marketing that every professional photographer should hear. © 2021 The Association of Independent Arc...

How PIXSY helps find unauthorized usage of your photographs and helps you recover licensing fees or damages for copyright infringement. Presentation by Oana Dospinoiu of PIXSY. PIXSY finds unauthorized usage of your photographs on the internet and then collects licensing fees or takes legal action for damages. www.pixsy.com © 2021 The Association of Independent Architectural Photographers™. All Ri...