Duncan Philpott- Photographer:
Is an action/adventure photographer.
Photographer- Photojournalism, Editorial (magazine/website), commercial (advertisement), Personal (Instagram), Paperwork (from shoots).
Working from the brief- make sure you understand the brief to get what they want (the client).
Location and planning:
Local knowledge, To make it easier to know where to shoot and that makes good photograph.
using google maps, To help see the area without having to go there.
Scouting the light position, To find the different light sources that effect the photo/image.
Shooting schedule, Finding the people to shoot and taking the photos.
Organising the images to make them easier to find after the shot.
Using different lenses to manipulate the background in the photo.
can interpret the brief and don't be scared to stray slightly as it could work out for the best.
Photography life:
Travel, because it can be taken abroad (as part of the brief).
If you are working for multiple companies that they do their own travel budget/ expenses.
You can have many different jobs, that may be annual, if known (about 3 times) you are more likely to get jobs.
Downsides:
You will get hurt (get travel insurance).
No job security
No fixed income,
Long Hours
Downtime:
Paperwork done- Chasing for payment
Writing proposals- for companies to draft job and make own work.
Personal projects- Better understanding of your craft.
Collaboration/Networking- to help get a job, going to events, instagram, talking face-face and blogging.
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