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A few weeks I wrote about the value of patience. There’s an equally valuable trait for a photographer to nurture in his personality and work habits: perseverance. As the old adage goes “Nothing good comes easily.” It may apply to the […]

If you thought that Playboy photographers have a monopoly on photos of beautiful nude women, think again. Australian photographer Russell James, who is famous for Victoria’s Secret pictorials and catalogs has published his latest book, “Angels” featuring sexy photographs of […]

Let’s face it: No one enjoys being criticized. We’d much rather hear “Gee, what a great shot” or similar. However, what do we learn from an “Oh gee” comment. Very often the comment is put out there as a matter […]

Whether you are traveling on professional assignment or simply taking photography gear along on your next out-of-the-country trip, it’s a good idea to properly prepare yourself and your equipment for the trip. As we all know, air travel has gotten […]

If anyone knows that sex sells, it’s Tom Ford. The legendary designer fuses his signature hypersexual style with his products, making each piece absolutely irresistible. We’ll take one of each of those handbags, thank you. Things reached a zenith with […]

There have been a few concerns from people about Greece’s debt crisis and Shoot The Centerfold’s October seminar that will take place in Santorini, Greece. However, experts say that the debt crisis doesn’t mean the country’s tourism industry is crumbling. […]

Congratulations to STC attendee Michael Sheller and model Karolina Wozniak for their winning seminar image from Shoot The Centerfold now printed in Playboy. Who’s going to be the next winner? Read the interview with Michael Sheller where he describes his Shoot […]

Sometimes, we need a little reminder that athletes — like other humans — come in all shapes and sizes. ESPN’s annual Body Issue, which includes profiles of professional athletes discussing their sports and their bodies, shows just that. Amanda Bingson, USA […]

Move over Candice, Adriana and Alessandra. There’s a new lingerie model in town that could give models half her age a run for their money. At 62, model Marie Helvin is the face of a new line of lingerie — […]

Perhaps the most frequently asked question from photographers attending our STC seminars is—“How should I price my work?” No simple answer here but as I’ve often said, when you are trying to get published, to establish yourself as a professional, […]