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Photos of the Week

Artist Spotlight Forum

This is forum dedicated to talented and committed artists everywhere. Every other week an artist is selected to be featured in the Artist Spotlight Forum. Interested in being selected? All you have to do is make yourself seen – post images, participate in the forums and blogs, be an active community member – and we will reach out to you! The forum features all previous Artist Spotlights, so come in and enjoy the insight and perspectives your fellow artists have to offer.

Photo Critique

Want constructive criticism on your photos by your fellow Emancipated Artist members? Post your photos here to be critiqued. Note: Please remember to keep your critiques respectful, constructive criticism ONLY.

Interesting Links for Uninteresting Days

Are you bored? Unmotivated? Uninterested? Low on creative juices? If so, this is the forum for you. Browse through our growing list of interesting links. If you run across a Website way too interesting to keep to yourself make sure to share it here; a bored EA member will thank you for it!

Getting Started on Your Own

Ahhh – the hard part. That first initial leap off the ledge. Let Emancipated Artist be your safety net, if you will, and help you navigate the waters of starting your own gig. Although a little scary, you are in for the ride of your life. At least we think it will be. Let us live and breathe photography and imagery together…share your thoughts, opinions, fears and questions. But please, keep your Facebook updates to yourself.

Client Relations

We love the client. You love the client. But sometimes, the client can be a bear to manage. Without them, we would all be in trouble so it’s better to figure out some relationship tools and tips than to leave them high and dry. Which results in no more clients; no more work…you get the picture. If you have a tip to share or a particular “situation” you need advice on, leave it here. Oh, and if any of you are clients, we still love you.

Pricing Work

Time is worth everything – so why can’t our clients understand that? We will have to tackle that issue at another time or on another planet. What we do know at Emancipated Artist is that pricing your work is one of the most important things you will do. This is how you will pay your bills, continue being your own boss and treat your “staff” to beers on Friday night. Let’s all share how we figure out our worth…for the photography and imagery that is.

Marketing Yourself

You are good looking, went to college, can make balloon animals. We get it – you are awesome. This isn’t a personal ad though. The marketing that will get you business and keep you living your passion is what we are after. It’s what you should be after, too. Give Emancipated Artist your questions, suggestions or ideas. Go ahead, shoot. Once we perfect this, we can start refining your personal ad.

Perfect Portfolio

In today’s world of drive thru Botox clinics, it isn’t uncommon to strive for perfection in the looks department. Here at Emancipated Artist we don’t care if you have full lips or a perfect chin, but we do care how you showcase your work. When it comes to making a living as a full-time photographer or image creator, your portfolio better be as close to perfect as possible. It is important to create picture perfect portfolios – so share your ideas or ask us your questions. While you’re at it…show off your work, too.