Congratulations Janet Grosshandler
Congratulations Janet Grosshandler! She writes: “Thought I’d send you the good news about The Ultimate Travel Writer’s program! I am happy to tell you that since I’ve been working my way through the program and the bonus items, I have had 70 travel/destination articles published on Examiner.com along with my own photos in the past…
How to Get Published on Your First Try
Bonnie Caton interviews AWAI member Patrick Longfield to find out the approach he used to get published and land his first by-line and photo credit.
This Photo Paid for Her Trip to Maine
Andrea Gingerich always dreamed that someone would pay her to travel the world taking photos. Today, that’s how she makes her living. Occasionally, sales from a single photo in her portfolio will pay for her entire trip. Find out how she got to where she is now, and see some of the vacation-funding photos she’s…
Playing the Field with Stock Photo Agencies
Last Monday, I told you that pro stock photographer Shelly Perry gave me two suggestions for success in stock: 1. Play the field. When you’re starting out, try submitting your photos to multiple agencies instead of sticking to just one. 2. Keep up your momentum. Keep applying to agencies, taking photos, and uploading them. Keep…
This Photo Earned Her $1,000…
All week, we’ve been talking about how much photo income opportunity surrounds us… all the time. Today’s issue, from stock photographer Shelly Perry, is proof that it pays — more than $1,000, in this case — to keep your eyes peeled. Scroll down for details… — Lori Lori Allen Director, Great Escape Publishing ****************** October…
Stock Photo Tips: I Borrowed a School Bus and It Paid Off
Kevin Lohka had a great idea for a back-to-school-themed photo shoot, so he borrowed a school bus and got to work. I’ll let him explain more below. — Lori Lori Allen Director, Great Escape Publishing ****************** September 30, 2010 The Right Way to Travel ****************** HOW TO BORROW A SCHOOL BUS, AND OTHER STOCK PHOTO…
Trek Up the Ramparts to an Ancient Fort: St. Ivan’s Fortress, Montenegro
By Kari Huhtala ITWPA MemberKotor is a coastal town in Montenegro located in the most secluded part of the Boka Kotorska (Bay of Kotor). The old port town, or Stari Grad as it’s locally called, is a UNESCO-designated “World Natural and Historical Heritage Site” and one of the best-preserved medieval towns in the Mediterranean. Its…
An Abundance of Tico History and Traditional Hospitality in the Barrio Amon
By Deborah TaylorTraffic is snarled, horns are beeping constantly, people cram the walkways and exhaust fumes from the buses hang in the air. The beaten down appearance of downtown San Jose and the scrolling barbwire along the top of each hotel balcony leave you with a feeling of uneasiness. Located in the oldest historical section…
Historic Haciendas — A Step into Another World
By Teresa Gardner ITWPA MemberA trip to Mexico normally connotes beaches, big-game fishing or climbing archeological ruins. But before heading to the Pacific or Caribbean on either side of this vastly diverse country, consider an excursion inland to the lesser-known state of Morelos in the south- central part of the country. Though small, Morelos and…
History and Romance of Paraty, Brazil
By Celso Bressan You might ask what history and romance have in common. Paraty, Brazil has both, and you’ll quickly realize it when you walk on stone-paved roads from the last century, through the midst of the town’s oldest buildings. This inviting and lovely town is situated 250 km (180 miles) away from the city…
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