Office Security

[by Paul Bartholomew]

Our studios and home offices are very vulnerable to burglary. We have a lot of investment in our equipment and must protect it. Be sure you’re insured. Also, think of ways to protect your property such as a security system and locking everything up. If you have a home office you may want to have a more secure door and lock than what is standard in most homes. Also, try to have good lighting inside and outside to help deter any intruders.

Paul S. Bartholomew is an architectural photographer based in the Philadelphia & New York region. His work can be seen at www.psbphotography.com

Taking Care of Your Health

[by Paul Bartholomew]

Lets face it, life can be hectic and it’s easy to cut corners with our health. Many of us are good at taking care of camera equipment, but what about ourselves? Are we eating healthy? Are we exercising? Be sure to go for a yearly wellness checkup and get on the right track. Your health should be #1 priority.

Paul S. Bartholomew is an architectural photographer based in the Philadelphia & New York region. His work can be seen at www.psbphotography.com

Keeping up with Technology

[by Paul Bartholomew]

When was the last time you attended a seminar or bought a new book? Are your programs such as Photoshop updated? With the fast pace of change we must try to keep up. Learning these new features as they come out will be much easier then waiting till later. Don’t stand still too long!

Paul S. Bartholomew is an architectural photographer based in the Philadelphia & New York region. His work can be seen at www.psbphotography.com

You Can’t Rush Experience

[by Paul Bartholomew]

I often get emails and calls about my work from emerging photographers. I’m always open to sharing what I know and feel it helps educate those who may affect the future of our profession.

Some of the most asked questions are about the camera or lens I use and if I use some special technique in Photoshop. Some think that buying the same equipment will achieve the same results.  These are just plain technical questions that are easy to address because they tend to have straightforward answers. However, I can talk all I want about techie stuff but it all comes down to experience and the intangible aspects of what a photographer does to get the results.

So what are the intangibles? Intuition, creativity and sensitivity to the subject come to mind. This all takes time and requires dedication and talent to nurture.  My advice for those starting out is to ask questions no matter how simple or odd they seem.  Finding a mentor who is comfortable and open will help you find the right path.  Even after 13 years in business I’m still finding new mentors.  We all have our own personal journey but we often need some company along the way.

Paul S. Bartholomew is an architectural photographer based in the Philadelphia & New York region. His work can be seen at www.psbphotography.com

Exploring New Features

[by Paul Bartholomew]

Have you ever worked in Photoshop and see a feature you’re unfamiliar with? Look it up and see what it’s about. It may become very important to your work. Don’t have time to look things up? Write it down for when you do.

Paul S. Bartholomew is an architectural photographer based in the Philadelphia & New York region. His work can be seen at www.psbphotography.com

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