Updated to include the latest digital camera models, imaging software, and current image proofing and sales techniques, this business guide teaches wedding photographers how to build a profitable business. From formulating a business plan to presenting final images to clients, the strategies presented help photographers avoid the pitfalls that ruin many wedding photography studios. Photographers learn how to define a target demographic--whether that be low-volume big-budget or high-volume low-budget clients--and market to those demographics in print, on the Internet, through networking, and at bridal shows. Customer service tips include how to interview clients to ensure a stress-free and enjoyable portrait experience, conduct presession consultations, and write a contract, as well as presentation techniques for wall-size images, coffee-table-style books, and guestbooks. The featured images and drawings include a gallery of the author's wedding photographs and samples of advertising, marketing, and promotional literature.

This children's book is based off the 1848 definition of the word "Patriotism." Infuse the word "American," and the reader will obtain a grasp of what it truly means to be an American Patriot. Being an American Patriot is about citizenry, good will, kindness, forgiveness, passion, and so much more. While the messages within this book are meant for our youth, it transitions as a tool for not only children but for adults alike facing everyday trials and tribulations. Masterfully illustrated, this children's book is easy to comprehend. Most importantly, with the assistance and encouragement from family members, this book is sure to bring back America's civil societal roots long after its readings through continued and ongoing dialog. There is no better time than today to bring back civil, loving, and peaceful unification to this great nation. American Patriotism is meant to assist in doing just that.

Navy SEALs, NSA expert hackers, and DARPA (U.S. Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency) are involved in an attack on the Intelink (the secret U.S. Intelligence Communities' intranet) by a global rogue group of hackers. It's hard to tell fact from fiction. STORM is an electrifying, cyber-security thriller that launches onto a real battlefield.

Digital photography offers countless new opportunities and challenges for portrait photographers who cater to children and families. With techniques in this book, photographers will be able to make the transition more smoothly and begin reaping the benefits of digital photography more quickly.