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10 Nifty, Excellent Excuses for Failing at Photography

by Donald Giannatti | Sep 16, 2009 | LE News and Info

After being actively involved with photographers of all types for quite a long time, I have met successful shooters and those who have not made it. There are a gazillion excuses for failing at this business. (And a few reasons as well. But excuses are different than...

An Interview with Daron Shade, Tucson Photographer

by Donald Giannatti | Sep 9, 2009 | LE News and Info

Daron Shade is a Tucson, Arizona photographer. We have a great interview here and a few of Daron’s photographs to enjoy. But first an update on some changes here at Lighting Essentials. For quite a while I have been working to find my voice and deliver the kind...

Tom Miles, London. An Interview with an Editorial Photographer

by Donald Giannatti | Aug 12, 2009 | LE News and Info

Tom Miles joins us for an LE Interview that I know you will find fun and inspiring. August is traditionally a slow month for me, but not this one. Big event taking place all month (secret – you’ll have to wait) and it is keeping every spare moment filled....

Grant Lovett: Fashion and Music Photographer in Nashville – an Interview

by Donald Giannatti | Jun 9, 2009 | LE News and Info

Working in Nashville means music, fashion, celebrities and more. And Grant Lovett is in the middle of it. A soft-spoken shooter with a deep portfolio, Grant keeps the bills paid with shoots of musicians and fashion models. We have an interview with him that you will...

Interview with Kirk Tuck, Austin Photographer and Writer

by Donald Giannatti | Jun 1, 2009 | LE News and Info

This post we get a glimpse into the working world of a commercial photographer. Sometimes referred to as a generalist, a commercial photographer must be able to handle a lot of different idioms when working in a smaller market. Portraits, fashion, still life, food,...

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