Thursday, September 25, 2014

The Rise of the "Insta" Photographer

The age of technology is upon us. With that being said, professional photographers are now facing a double-edged sword. On one end of the spectrum, new and exciting equipment is being developed at an incredibly fast pace; Camera models are being replaced and reinvented every year, photoshop is being utilized in more advanced ways, and new technology is being developed all the time. Photographers all over the world are reveling in not only the vast number of options for the camera model available to them, but the numerous ways in which their creativity can be expressed. With this rise in technology, however, comes the other end of the spectrum: The rise of the "insta" photographer. You may know one, you may even be one yourself. With cameras being carried in our pockets all day and all night, a much larger percentage of our population now possess the tools they need in order to practice taking a "good" photo. A picture of a chair is put on a form of social media with a black and white filter, and suddenly that person is flooded with comments about how they should "be a photographer."
 
*Image obtained from "Instagram Collage" Google Search. I do not own the rights to this photo.

What exactly does it mean, to be a photographer? Does it require a certain amount of experience? Does it only apply if you've been featured in a magazine? A store advertisement? A newspaper? Does the word "photographer" demand respect anymore? Or has it gained a negative connotation? 
Nowadays, everyone and their uncle is a "photographer". While we here at Mad Photography fully support anyone who is interested in chasing what they're passionate about, it is difficult when the rise of the "insta" photographer begins to erode the credibility of the professional. 

Where is the line? How do you let customers know to differentiate between the two?


Thursday, September 18, 2014

To Tweet, or Not to Tweet?

Twitter is fascinating. As an entire social media platform dedicated entirely to microblogging, Twitter is without a doubt one of the easiest foundations for communicating with people all over the world. This form of social media provides each and every active member with small insights and information that they otherwise may not have known. MAD Photography has made the decision to utilize this incredible platform so that we can connect with the world surrounding us. We want to show you all WHO we are as a company, WHAT we do, and share the amazing places that we get to travel to. Twitter has opened up an entirely new way of communicating with our followers, and we look forward to sharing what goes on here at MAD Photography.

Here are a few different types of tweet examples:
1. Engage -
2. Entertain
3. Inform
4. EEI + Hashtag
5. EEI + Mention

Tuesday, September 9, 2014

MAD About Photography

Welcome to the blog of MAD Photography, the platform for sharing the work of world-renowned photographer Madison Mills. From professional model to professional photographer, Madison has knowledge of both sides of the camera, providing her with a unique perspective and a fresh eye for beauty. If you are new to Madison's work, stay tuned for posts detailing some of her favorite photos that she has taken over the years, and hear about her incredible experiences traveling all over the world for her passion: Photography.

Here at MAD Photography, the entire team is devoted to that one perfect image. We work together to produce excellent quality and capture your vision for your business. MAD Photography is a company built on creativity and inspiration. While Madison is the heart of the business, we all work together to aid her on her quest for photographic magic. Each member of the MAD Photography team has unique qualities that, when combined, produce amazing results.

Here at the MAD Photography blog, we will share photos, behind-the-scenes looks at photo shoots, and even the occasional post from the artist herself, Madison Mills. We look forward to sharing with all of you our passion for the art of the photograph. Thank you for visiting!