Cameras and the associated photographic equipment can easily become a bit of a sinkhole for your finances especially so at the moment, as we contend with a cost of living crisis. So wouldn't it be good if you could find some ways to make your camera earn its keep? Chances are there are some Digital Camera readers who do a little bit of paid photography on the side, but if this is something that you'd like to develop more then you're in the right place. Over the next nine pages, we have curated a variety of case studies that could help inspire you to discover a photographic income stream...
1 MAKE CASH FROM... SELLING PRINTS
The Perimeter's author shares his advice for producing eye-watering prints
Quintin Lake
Architectural and landscape photographer
You originally trained as an architect. Did this stand you in good stead for the transition to becoming a photographer?
Very much so. The education combines art and technical thinking, the balance of which, like architecture, is essential in photography. As a student, there are weekly crits where you pin up your work and it gets eviscerated by invited jurors! It makes you tough.
Are you a trained photographer?
Yes and no. I studied a lot of photography and visual thinking at university. When I started transitioning my career, I spent a year of extensive reading and online study to pick up more technical skills. I also learnt how to use a large format view camera (pre-digital).
Which personal project have you found the most challenging and rewarding, excluding Perimeter?
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Walter Moser on Gregory Crewdson
US photographer Gregory Crewdson is famous for his cinematic images. After a recent exhibition of his work, Steve Fairclough discovers more about his career
DJI Neo
Can this 'follow-me' drone be all things to all people without compromise?
Sony FE 85mm F1.4 GM II
With some desirable updates, this lens aims to build on the success of the original version.
Lumix S 14-28mm F4-5.6 Macro
A modest zoom range and maximum aperture at a modest price
Ricoh GR III HDF
The 'classic' Ricoh GR III now features a Highlight Diffusion Filter
Lumix GH7
New and improved AF make this one of the best hybrids around
Scanning ahead...
With Chinese brands on the rise, Jon Devo considers the effect on the imaging industry.
Behind the lens
SERGEY GORSHKOV Wildlife photographer
CAMERA CLINIC - Master the art of modern photography
This month: Capturing the coast Let's side-step the autumnal colourful spectacular and head to the seaside
MASTER THE MAGIC OF MACRO
Shoot tiny details close-up and hone in on incredible details hidden to the naked eye. Professional photographer Dan Mold is your guide...