The growing digital photography trend has led many amateur photographers to become professional or at least semi-professional. In addition, there are still many film photographers looking for markets for their work.
New to this edition is information on the portrait and wedding photography business.
With 2,000 market listings, 2008 Photographer's Market is the resource freelance photographers need to find markets for their work. No other book contains as many market listings. Readers will find listing for magazines, newspapers, book publishers, greeting cards companies, stock photo agencies, design firms, galleries, art fairs and contests all over the world. Clearly marked sections and four indexes aid in narrowing down the markets and inspiring articles about successful photographers will give readers real world advice on how to succeed in a business that is always evolving due to technology and changing market trends. This up-to-date information is crucial for anyone wanting to establish themselves as a working photographer.
"Don't get it unless you have been out there for a while"
Written By: Olga Levchenko
To photographers.
The book does have ton's of information, but it no use unless you already have lot's of great images (I am talking hundreds and hundreds), learned what you can on internet and have a large list of clienteles.
"Why would I need this book then?"- you ask. Good question.
I don't know.
It does feels good, though, knowing that there are so many people out there who need photos.
"Insightful and Helpful"
Written By: Nilanjan Bhattacharya
I bought this book just out of curiosity, but discovered that it provides a lot of insight to the real world of photography market out there. I think I should recommend this book to my friends.
The author did a great job providing a huge amount of resources for photographers! The book has understandable instructions and suggestions on how to use the book too. I'm excited to see how much extra money I can make using this, thanks!
"A Book full of information."
Written By: Ellen Janes
This book was very informative for photographers hoping to sell some of their work. I would recommend it highly
"Good, yet limited."
Written By: Peter Paul
While there's lots of marketing help here, listings for the religious markets are not all inclusive. Hence for one who already is familiar with that field, I didn't pick up much new. Maybe other fields are better covered.