MENTOR'S CORNER
DO YOU KNOW HOW TO PLAY THE “NUMBERS GAME”?
How to Play “The Numbers” Game: Part OneYou will find Part Two here.We have all heard the words, “It’s a numbers game” before. And most of us know what it means. In order to get to a certain level, more attempts than successes must be used.Selling door to...
FIVE BIG MISTAKES I MADE WHEN STARTING OUT AS A PHOTOGRAPHER
(Being a freelancer can be quite a challenge. Like this little flower above, you can be battered and surrounded by those who didn’t make it, but you keep on blooming for as long as you can. Survival means making big mistakes and learning as much as you can...
HOW PERSEVERANCE WORKS AND ITS REWARDS
How Perseverance Works. Going into the photography business means you have to do some 'selling'. And no, you don't have to be a 'salesperson' but you do have to market and make people aware that you exist. Going into the photography business means you have to do some...
PROJECT 52 LOOKBOOK, “COLLECTIVE 2019” IS NOW AVAILABLE
The Project 52 Members have banded together to create this incredible LookBook. If you have wondered what is happening over at Project 52 Pro System, here is one way to find out. Most of these photographers were amateurs when they started the program... and look how...
MEET JOHN DEMATO: PHOTOGRAPHING FOR THE PERSONAL BRAND
John lives and works in NYC and is currently focused on branded lifestyle portraiture for upcoming entrepreneurs and those who are seeking an authentic and powerful visual strategy. He writes a terrific newsletter that comes out three times per week and is hosting...
12 QUOTES THAT KEEP ME FOCUSED ON MY WORK
12 Quotes that Keep Me Focused on My WorkQuotes are an interesting phenomenon. They are made special because of who said them, and the context of what surrounds them culturally and socially.I love quotes about photography and art because they help me...
THE SECRET TO MAKING A GREAT PHOTOGRAPH
The Secret to Making a Great PhotographI have been making photographs for over 50 years now.Literally half of a century.And I have made some photographs that I like, and some photographs that other people like.And I have made a lot of photographs I don't...
PERSONAL BRAND: ASSET OR BUZZWORD?
Personal Brand: Asset or Buzzword? We hear a lot about personal brand and how important it is, but is it something that we need to be concerned about, or just another techie buzzword meant to sell us a lot of crap we don't need. Actually - it's both. But...
WHEN YOU NEGOTIATE FROM KNOWLEDGE, YOU CAN WIN
… and it is true. Names have been changed a bit to keep client/photographer privacy. I had lunch with a photographer a while ago. We had met to go over plans for a big project and chose “The Vig” for delicious sandwiches and salads. What has that to do...
Don Giannatti, Mentor
I’m Don Giannatti-mentor, creative consultant, and passionate supporter of photographers and creatives at every stage. Whether you’re looking to refine your craft, build a standout portfolio, or grow your creative business, I’m here to help you achieve your goals. Reach out with your questions or ideas-I look forward to connecting and helping you take the next step in your creative journey!