how to become a member of Academy of Photography
Academy of Photography is a open source education resource for whoever want to learn, share and communicate with other about photography. If you have anything to share, idea, tutorials, photos for public comments, feel free to send us your articles and we will publish them for the larger community to see, learn and comment.
Have you ever purchased goods or services which you have just found out they are members or award winners of their respective fields? If you are to hire an accountant, would you go for a member of the chartered accountants panel, or just a freelancer? Did you ever buy wine with stars on the label?
In order to prove to your own audience or possible clients if you are any kind of professional photographer in any country, having a membership status which links you to an international recognised community will give you weight in your activity, and people will be more likely to purchase your products and services, in our case your photography.
you can send us your thought via to contact form or
at the following email address
contact [at]academy-of-photography[dot]com.
Benefits of becoming members of the Academy of Photography:
– recognition by our quality photography community
– the right to use the appropriate logo to your own marketing purposes
– access to our resources
– public profile on our Academy of Photography website
– all your submitted material will be approved faster once the first step of membership is achieved
– there is no cost involved for the first 100 members
We have a 3 steps system of membership with the following conditions
Silver Member
In order to become a Silver Member of the Academy of Photography, you must submit at least 3 individual quality articles including images that will be approved
Gold membership
In order to receive the golden membership, one must have at least 5 articles approved and published
Platinum membership
People who are passionate about photography and wish to share knowledge and experience, and they contribute with at least 10 approved articles will receive Platinum Membership
Terms and conditions:
1.your article must be unique and with a relevant topic. We will not accept articles duplicated all over internet
2.you must include at least one photos taken by yourself and it is not taken without copyright consideration form other sources
3.no funny stuff to be sent as we have enough knowledge to smell the wrongs being sent to us.
4. you will be rewarded with links and author articles and accounts if you would like to become a regular writer. Future plans for the Academy include sales adds for the larger community to benefit your works
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) on
Membership to the Academy of Photography
Qn: Is there a time limit for the submission of articles?
Ans: No, there isn’t. As long as the third article is accepted, you would then be
enrolled as a Silver member of the Academy.
Qn: How would I know if my article is accepted?
Ans: If your article is accepted, you would receive an email that would inform you of
its publication. Due to the number of articles we receive, this may take up to ___ months. We also regret that we would not be able to entertain any queries on whether your article will be published.
Qn: Is there an expiry for the membership?
Ans: No, there isn’t. In this sense, your membership would be automatically
upgraded to the next tier once you have reached the number of accepted articles required for each tier of membership.
I am Ryan Palmer, a blogger and I have an idea for a new post. I think it would be interesting for other readers and I could write it for you.
It would be something about photo books,photo books online…
If you are interested in publishing such article, I would be more than happy to contribute. Also, if you have any other suggestions or ideas, please let me know.
Hope to hear from you soon.
, your website is great!
Sir!
Good Day!
I just want to ask you what will you recommend type of lens for wedding photography?
What will be the best lens can u recommend?
i am a beginner sir, please teach me all the knowledge about photography… thanks a lot!
Bernadette
thank you for your message
for the lens see this article
http://academy-of-photography.com/what-is-in-my-bag-guide-to-wedding-photography-equipment/
for the other request, please go through all the lessons from 1-10 and see everything you need to the left menu.
if you have specific questions, just shoot.
best lens for wedding photography is 24-70 mm – this is my recommendation
what brand of camera do you use?
Hi,
This images were almost next to the black…process some… like brightness, contrast, hue & Saturation after that got this.
Have u ever experienced any images like this from sensor or you know about it ?
If you have any Flikr A/c please let me know,I will like to Follow your work on that too.
Thanks
Rerards
Piyush
not sure what you are asking…!?
Hi,
just was trying my camera.. and i got this kind of images….and there was no such kind of design around..i just want to know
How camera produced this images?
Thanks
Regards
Piyush
Piyush
i do not understand your comment!?
http://www.flickr.com/photos/107669605@N06/
Hello,
I am confused about…
what is dutch angles in photography ?
and how and when to use it ?
Please help !
Thanks
Piyush
Hello,
Which kind of lenses would you recommend for a nikon d3000 camera for landscape and flower photography.
Thank you.
Navu
for landscape I am recommending a wide lens between 15-24 mm focal length
for flower , if you want to do close ups I would go Macro 100 or 180 mm,
hope it helps
Thank you
Hello Christian,
Kindly give me your feedback on the lights for my studio.
Thanks
Kwasi
already did
http://academy-of-photography.com/studio-lighting-basics-learn-how-to-set-up-a-home-based-photography-studio/
Bird eye gaze
Dear mr tudor ,
As am abig fan of your determinations ,am on my first steps towards my photography business so i was wondering a little bit advice from you in the name of my business , iwas turning my head to one of the greats name which is [birdeyeview]
Or [the gaze of nuha elhassan photography] but what i found the first one is exist in domain wise ,and the second too long
Nuha
I cannot help you much, It is up to you, how you feel it. where are you from?
try to fond a meaning to your business name depending of the type of photography you want to do
Hello Christian,
merry Christmas. please i have some search on the studio kits,kindly view the two options and help me select one.
Square Perfect SP3500 Complete Portrait Studio Kit With Flashes Softboxes Gels & Barn Door & More!
LimoStudio 900W (3X300W) Lighting Photography Studio Strobe Flash Light Kit, AGG403
thanks
kwasi
Kwasi
I would go with the Limostudio as they have 300 W. not sure about the other one
you will need the 4th light sometimes in the future but as a start this is more than enough. I have started with only 2 lights
If you wish to purchase from amazon, before you buy you can visit this link and use the Amazon icons….
http://academy-of-photography.com/studio-lighting-basics-learn-how-to-set-up-a-home-based-photography-studio/
using those links will not impact on your price but it will help me with a very small referral fee as my work here at the Academy is not paid.
much appreciated and I would like you to share your results with us once you are set up and start using it
regards
best of luck
Hello Christian,
I am most grateful to you. yes, i will take photos and post the on your site once all is set up.
thanks so much
Kwasi
I am about to start your course having bought a Fuji X-M 1 yesterday. I have just started a blog and would like to write an article for you, very simple, on my experience on going from a DSLR to a Mirror-less camera – I am just wondering if you are dedicated or even strict DSLR user or do you bend a little on this new trend?
Maija
Maija
happy to publish it. let’s have a look. this is about photography in any shape or form, coming out of any possible tool.
Thank you Christian,
I will give a good crack at my thoughts and see what comes out!
Maija
Hello Christian,
I am visiting the Taj Mahal and i do Not have an SLR to shoot. I have a bridge camera i.e. Nikon L820 model. This does not have any manual settings option. Is it possible for you to help me with some tips/suggestions on how to capture the historic monument like Taj Mahal with a basic bridge camera.
I do realize a bridge camera may not get the ideal images however would certainly appreciate any suggestions you have.
Thanks,
Sanket
Sanket
I would focus on the light and composition. Wide angle shots, close ups, symmetry and rule of thirds. If you can avoid direct sunlight would be better….if possible
Hi Sanket
I guess u must carry one handy tripod, as Taj Mahal has vary small details to capture, and a small camera shake will spoil image sharpness/details…Just an opinion.
Piyush
Hello Christian,
I am new to photography, and I have Flickr Blog for some of the pictures I like, Please have a look at it and give your suggestions as per
1. Composition,
2. Subject
3. Exposure
Your suggestions are highly appreciated and will be working on them to improve. And also tell me which image you like the most if there is one you like.
My flicker blog is @
http://www.flickr.com/photos/107669605@N06/
Thanks for your time
Regards
Piyush Patel
Piyush
this is not the way this will work. Please select 3 images, rate them yourself first and I will be happy to review and comment
I saw very good photos on your flickr account so I would be happy to comment on few images selected by you. I believe you are a very good photographer! Your selection is important as well and that will tell me more about you.
Hello Christian,
Thanks for looking at my Blog, I will definitely send you selected images.
Regards
Piyush
Piyush
no worries…
I would recommend you get yourself your own blog as well, in addition to your flickr account. you will have more control over your profile
I have watched your tutorial on setting up an in home studio and I would love to do this . May I get a bit more information on the lights you used and where to buy good ones at a reasonable cost. And how to set up and use a strobe . I would like a wireless system as you have . Since discovering your site I have built up the confidence to start up my home based business . Thank you so much .
Carroll
strobes depending which country you are from, you can use Amazon. It is a good as any other source. you can try ebay as well. check the suggestions at the bottom of article following the link below
http://academy-of-photography.com/studio-lighting-basics-learn-how-to-set-up-a-home-based-photography-studio/ –
SOm of the studio lighting sets come with a cheap wireless trigger. Check that before you buy, and you are good to go. Once you grow in experience you might want to have a better wireless trigger
I would assume you have a camera already?
Hi Christian,
I gone through your website for long time,Its very useful.
Me and my friends are interested to wedding photography and He upgraded to canon eos 70d recently.
I’m using Nikon d80 + 18-135 mm + Nikon 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6g vr and also im planning to upgrade my camera…
What is your choice to go for.. As business, Is that good to use the same brand(canon) both person ..or can I go with Nikon.
Im thinking to go with canon eos 6d or Nikon d610.
Thanks,
Venky.
Venky
Nikon, Canon….does not matter. My recommendation is to go for at least Canon 6d – full frame sensor, or the similar from Nikon
Thanks Christian ..Which is the equaling model in Nikon to go,
Is these lenses(18-135 mm + Nikon 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6g vr ) are compatible with Nikon full frame, what are the other lens do I need to buy for wedding/product photography.
Thanks,
Venky
Venky
you need to sort this out on the Nikon website and also depends on your budget.
I always recommend at least a 24-70 F2.8 lens 0 Nikon in your case
hi Christain sir,
I am a big fan of your Academy of Photography website. I regularly visit the website & it has helped me a lot. Please sir, let me know some facts on canon 60D because I am planing of purchasing one. Even let me know, Is it worth to buy Canon 60D with 18-55mm IS II lens or should I go for 18-135mm IS USM STM lens for the wedding purpose. Please do let me know sir, your feedback & suggestions would be greatly helpful for me.
Hi Cristian,
you are doing a great thing, sharing the photography knowledge to everyone! Thank you for it. I’am happy that I discovered your portal!
I’am myself a beginner hobby photographer but interested in a membership to your “academy”.
I am a little bit confused about the membership and maybe you can clear me how this it works.
In one your ad-video you said that the membership will be quality-based and non financial. On this page above you wrote “there is no cost involved for the first 100 members “.
So I understand that the membership will be tough a financial one. (if more than 100 members). How much will cost the membership let say ‘silver’?
Best regards
Noro
Serban
I do not intend to charge for membership at the moment, however that might change in the future. I do now wish this to be an unlimited offer and the quality will be used in the selection process.There is already a large number of spammers sending me low quality copy pasted material to get links.
Does this sound reasonable?
Yes! Of course! I’m really serious asking how much costs because as a beginner I am not able to write some article about photography :). And I do like to be member to your community…
Serban
Even if you are a beginner, you can write something. Tell us what you love about photography. Tell us who influences you, how where do you want to be and. Why
Tell us how you took your favourite pictures… Just write about something that moves you in terms of photography
Ok Christian, I got it. What format do you prefer? Is it ok to send it as PDF? I inted to write so technical with small formulas os will be better PDF. Or I can send it as LaTex source.
Serban
I need word text format with images attached as jpg
Hi Christian,
Not sure if this is the venue to publish comments, but I went through your ten step tutorial and found it very informative, enjoyable and to the point. A big thanks! I am not a pro but I enjoy photography as a medium to record life. I will be purchasing a new camera in about 2-3 months at which point I will submit a few pictures to be critiqued. I am thinking in terms of the Panasonic GX7, The Canon G1 X mark II or the Sony a6000. Something easier to transport than a DSLR.
Thanks,
Costas
Costas
thank you for your feedback. I am glad I could help’
best wishes and good luck with your purchase. Feel free to share anything here with other passionate people
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Hi Christian,
Great website, informative and straight forwards. Thank you for sharing your knowledge.
I was wondering if you had any tips for photographing live performances, I’ve just brought the Nikon D800E for the low level light features, but will I still need a tripod using high ISO’s as this could be restrictive during a performance. Anyway, great to hear any advice, I’m keen to capture stage lighting colours as well as keeping the sharp focus of the artist on stage.
Best wishes.
My Flickr handle is paintwithpixel
My website is not ready yet and so, it is redirect to by Facebook page.
Hallo Christian,
I found your website very interested. I am an unemployed photographer and i am trying to do my own photography’s: Greek weddings, baptizes, birthday parties etc. I would like to learn more and become a silver member but i didn’t understand what kind of article i have to write. For example: i have a picture of my two children in front of the window and i have to write 600 words about my knowledge and the techniques i used to take this picture or about my emotions what i feel being a mother?
thank you
Katerina
any article you wish as long it is about photography and can bring value to others
thank you
HI SIR,
As i m just new in photography i have many of the things from yours tutorial and i want to become a wedding photographer just to ask u one thing.
IS Sony SLT A58 with 18-35 mm would be good for me to take pictures of weddings and which shold be used for a wedding photography.
As i m just new in photography i have learnt many of the things from yours tutorial and i want to become a wedding photographer just to ask u one thing.
IS Sony SLT A58 with 18-135 mm would be good for me to take pictures of weddings and which shold be used for a wedding photography.
Sumit
please check the wedding and the equipment sections and videos on the website. you will find plenty of information
any camera is good, as long as your result is good looking.
Joss gandoss
outstanding experience 🙂
Hello christian
i know you from youtube videos they are very informative!
I come here to improve my photography and be motivated.
I’m interresting about portrait so for this new year i start a deal with me : put a picture (principaly portrait) each day on my facebook page.
This is one of my last picture
https://www.facebook.com/psytrancephoto/photos/a.346355778885318.1073741839.238074419713455/628773437310216/?type=3&theater
very simple setup: small room at night, one flashgun on camera flashing the ceiling , and high iso.
Have a nice day thank you
I just want to find out how i can become a member of Academy of Photography.
Thank you
Hi
You need to send 3 articles for publishing. Good quality, no copy pasted info, about photography.
That is it!