Commercial Photography: March 2009 Archives
David explains how the use of proper lighting transfers this shot of a corporate executive into sometime a bit more interesting than your average annual report shot.
In this photo of a singing man, David Tejada demonstrates what happens when an ideal subject meets a fantastic photographer.
Anyone can take a shot of a person standing by a plane, so what exactly makes this flight crew shot stand out the way it does?
In an environment where even the spark of static electricity from a hair comb could create an inferno, David Tejada creates art from a series of natural gas tanks.
You might not think of a picture of oil and gas pipelines when you consider dramatic photography, but if you're David Tejada, you know exactly how to use the lighting, the time of day, and the people at your disposal to make an ordinary shot spectacular.
Commercial photography is all about the staging, but sometimes -- as in this photograph of a Myanmar monk -- it's sometimes a snatch and grab that just all comes together for you.
Depth should come naturally to any shot of a rotunda, but as David Tejada explains, part of photography lies in knowing when to shift the image around and get the shot you want.
These days, black and white photography is in everyone's reach, allowing anyone to create fantastic shots like these of the Great Sand Dunes in Colorado -- but, as David Tejada explains, losing something in the process itself.
David Tejada's stone garden pathway is a shot that makes you look twice -- and then again, and again, and again. Here he explains how he captured this intriguing effect with the light.
As much as we all love to grab that perfect shot, David Tejada explains why, in this shot of coal miners, planning is more important than opportunity.
From photography tips to marketing, David Tejada definitely knows commercial photography. In the second part of this interview, he shares his tips for creating a portfolio, marketing your work, and creating a successful career.
If you've ever seriously considered commercial photography, you really shouldn't miss this podcast. David Tejada shares advice on becoming a successful photographer and -- better still -- all of his best tips for producing amazing commercial photographs.
David Tejada shares all of his secrets about getting started in commercial photography, from spotting opportunities to selecting your niche. If you love photography and have always wanted to combine that love with a successful career, this is must-hear interview.
As the financial slump sets in, a lot of enthusiasts are starting to look seriously at commercial photography. After all, if your favorite hobby can help you bring in some extra cash, why not? But the question on everyone's lips is always the same: how do I start?
David Tejada is a remarkably successful commercial photographer, and we were lucky to have him stop by and share some of his top secrets for succeeding in the world of commercial photography.
