A Photographer’s Life
Welcome to a Photographer’s Life! The channel that takes you behind the curtain into the world of professional architecture, real estate and aerial photography. Broadcasts come from group Zoom meetings and personal interviews with our elite AIAP™, REPAI™ & ADPA™ photographers. AIAP director Alan Blakely leads the discussions. Learn from America’s top architecture photographers as they discuss topics such as: • The architecture, real estate & aerial photography business • What constitutes creative architecture photography • Lighting for architecture and interior photography • How to become a professional architecture photographer • The variety of techniques used in architecture, interior & aerial photography • The details of copyright registration and the licensing of photographs • Advice about cameras and equipment for architecture photography • Using Lightroom®, Photoshop® & HDR software © 2023 The Association of Independent Architectural Photographers™ (www.aiap.net), All Rights Reserved.
Episodes
In this episode, AIAP photographers discuss how to start and run a successful architectural photography business. AIAP Director Alan Blakely leads the discussion that outlines the checklist of best business practices that help to create a successful business foundation. You'll learn the step-by-step process required to start a successful photography business from scratch, and then keep it running profitably for many years thereafte...
Listen as an elite group of AIAP Architectural Photographers share their experience about how to create a successful and profitable photoshoot. Learn how to put together a successful shoot, from initial contact to the delivery of final images.
These veteran photographers share their knowledge regarding the entire business process of a commercial architectural photoshoot. You'll enjoy hearing how to avoid common mistakes and how to ...
Join our group of AIAP Architectural Photographers discussing the many billable items and services that many professional architectural photographers overlook. You'll enjoy discovering how these professionals have successfully increased their bottom line through creative business tactics. You'll also learn what works and what doesn't when it comes to increasing profitability without losing clients.
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Join our group of AIAP Architectural Photographers discussing the challenges and opportunities of using a drone platform for professional architectural photography. You'll enjoy hearing how these professionals have successfully integrated drone photography into their architectural photography businesses. You'll also learn how th...
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Join our group of AIAP Architectural Photographers as we discuss how to make social media an effective part of your marketing plan. Listen as these architecture photographers reveal their own personal recipes for successful social media marketing.
The Association of Independent Architectural Photographers™ was established in 200...
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A group of elite AIAP Architectural Photographers discusses the fundamentals of lighting architectural interiors. Listen as these veteran photographers reveal the art and science behind the creation of world-class interior photographs. Discover the thought process and methodical approach top architectural photographers use as th...
A group of successful AIAP Architectural Photographers discusses the ups and downs of the architectural photography industry in 2024, including what worked, what didn't, where the opportunities were, and how the market responded to architectural photography.
AIAP photographers also consider the trends and opportunities for the year 2025. Topics include industry projections, emerging trends, market strengths and weaknesses, and oppo...
JACK ZIGON: American Architectural Photographer।। #American #Photographer #APhotographer'sLife™ A Photographer's Life™ interview with award-winning architecture photographer and marketing guru Jack Zigon. Jack is a multi-talented artist with an extensive resume and an unusual career path. Jack is based in Philadelphia and is a recent member of The Association of Independent Architectural Photographers™ (AIAP).
Jack's photography ca...
NEW CLIENTS: Where to Find Them, How to Keep Them. Proven Strategies for Architectural Photographers
AIAP Photographers discuss how to effectively attract new photography clients. What photography marketing strategies are most successful. How to jump-start your photography business growth. This discussion covers client acquisition and lead generation techniques for photographers and photography advertising tips.
Learn how to define your target audience and build your photography brand. AIAP Photographers also discuss networking, r...
AIAP architectural photographers discuss their unique and varied approaches to post-production and digital image workflow. Learn how to reduce your post-production time by implementing the specialized techniques and strategies discussed by these AIAP professionals.
The Association of Independent Architectural Photographers™ was established in 2001 and is an Internet-based trade association with one primary purpose: To promote the p...
AIAP architectural photographers are joined by PIXSY representative Oana Dospinoiu to discuss the latest issues regarding the copyright and licensing of professional photographs.
Learn the importance of protecting your copyright and how to implement effective licensing techniques. AIAP photographers discuss personal experiences relating to the enforcement of their copyright and related licensing issues.
Ms. Dospinoiu explains PIXSY...
BARRY SCHWARTZ: Inside the Mind of a Top American Architectural Photographer - Part Two
A Photographer's Life™ interview with veteran architecture photographer Barry Schwartz. Barry is one of America's most respected photographers in the world of architectural photography and is also one of the industry's leading educators. Barry is based in the San Francisco, California Bay Area, and is a long-time member of The Association of Ind...
BARRY SCHWARTZ: Inside the Mind of a Top American Architectural Photographer - Part One
A Photographer's Life™ interview with veteran architecture photographer Barry Schwartz. Barry is one of America's most respected photographers in the world of architectural photography and is also one of the industry's leading educators. Barry is based in the San Francisco, California Bay Area, and is a long-time member of The Association of Ind...
Veteran AIAP architectural photographers discuss their tips and tricks for successful travel. Traveling for a photography assignment can be challenging, but these pros reveal the tools and tactics to make travel enjoyable.
Learn how to book airline flights, rental cars, hotels, and other travel necessities. Also, learn how to bill your clients for travel and ensure that your travel dollars go as far as possible. Learn from the many...
AIAP photographers discuss how Artificial Intelligence affects the architectural and real estate photography industries, and how AI may impact the future.
Will AI replace the need for professional photographers? Does Artificial Intelligence pose an infringement risk for photographers? Do photographers risk infringement by using AI? How will AI change the world of professional photography?
A candid marketing discussion by some of today's most successful architectural photographers. Hear what works, what doesn't, and why. AIAP members discuss the most effective marketing mix of social media, direct mail, direct email, in-person contact, etc.
This is a clear, no-nonsense approach to marketing that every professional photographer should hear. Discover the secrets to effective marketing for architectural photographers in...
The Official Launch of the AIAP Architectural Photographer Mentoring Program. #Official #Photographer #Architectural #AIAP #APhotographer'sLife™
Welcome to the official launch of the AIAP Architectural Photographer Mentoring Program! This groundbreaking initiative by the Association of International Architectural Photographers (AIAP) is designed to nurture and develop the next generation of talented architectural photographers. Joi...
A Photographer's Life™ interview with up-and-coming commercial and architecture photographer Kyle Wege. Kyle is one of America's rising stars in the world of architectural photography and has created a successful business in the upper Midwest. Kyle is based in Madison, Wisconsin, and is a long-time member of The Association of Independent Architectural Photographers™ (AIAP).
Kyle's photography can be viewed at his website: https://...
Valuable insights and information from America's top architectural photographers. A rare opportunity for advice from veteran photographers who understand what it takes to be successful.
The Association of Independent Architectural Photographers™ was established in 2001 and is an Internet-based trade association with one primary purpose: To promote the professional success of established independent architectural photographers. Memb...
Expand Your Services, Increase Your Profits! Pros reveal easy-to-add services to boost your billing.
A Photographer's Life™ discussion of the types of services that architectural photographers can easily add to dramatically increase their bottom line. Veteran AIAP photographers share how they've been able to survive the economic roller coaster and maintain their personal success.
The Association of Independent Architectural Photographers™ was established in 2001 and is an Internet-based trade association with one primary purpose: ...
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