Saturday, May 18, 2013

Aside from the subject, is there anything more important to the studio photographer than the lighting. The whole concept of photography is based on the manipulation of light. (more…)

Friday May 17, 2013

If you are currently working with digital photography, and let’s be honest, you probably are, you need to be able to utilize the tools at your disposal to enhance your images, to turn your mundane images into something memorable, something worth framing, worth selling. TCPA is proud to present a very special guest speaker, Nathan T. York, talking about how new innovations in digital photography and image enhancement. This seminar is a must for all digital photographers. For more information on the speaker and his work, please visit his website: http://www.nathanyorkphotography.com. Hope to see you there.

Friday, May 10, 2013

Teddy Roosevelt frequently said the greatest thing about the United States was it’s natural beauty. It’s true, all across America there are natural landmarks that can take your breath away; the Grand Canyon, the Sierra Mountains, the Florida everglades, the painted desert. There is so much to admire, and even more important, there is so much to photograph. (more…)

Sunday, May 5, 2013

Times, they are a-changing. Out with the old, in with the new. Those are a couple of well worn clichés that are clichés for a reason. Things are constantly changing. The way we travel, the way we communicate, the way we photograph, and also the way we present our portfolios to potential clients. With so much information at their fingertips, clients know what’s out there as far as photography goes, they are far more technically savvy than they used to be. (more…)

Sunday, April 28, 2013

Judges are interesting specimens. Especially those who judge photography. One judge may be moved to tears by a shot of a mountain reflected in the still waters of a crystal clear lake, another may just shrug and say, “Eh.” So what are they looking for at these photo competitions? Is there a set criteria? Is there a simple formula that, if followed, will ensure the top spot? (Hint: Probably not.) But there are certain things a competitive photographer can keep in mind when submitting work to a competition. TCPA is very proud to present two very special guests, a father and son, our very own Jose Quintanilla Sr. and Jose Quintanilla Jr. (more…)

Sunday, April 21, 2013

It’s a magical day for a fifteen year old girl, or at least it should be. Let’s face it, if the photographs of a Quinceañera are subpar, then the memories will be subpar. There will be tears and tantrums and slamming doors, and that’s just from the mother. (more…)

Friday, April 12, 2013

Photographers often find themselves at the mercy of forces in which they have no control. Outdoors, they might have to deal with bad weather, uncooperative sunlight, and disgruntled models. Indoors, they might have to deal with malfunctioning studio equipment, a mismanaged location, and disgruntled models. But there is something a photographer can use to make certain aspects of their shoot a success. The flash. If used properly either off or on the camera, the flash can be the difference between high quality photos and, well…disgruntled models. (more…)