After leaving the Nielsen photo group booth at the WPPI expo yesterday, I had the opportunity to take in a couple of platform classes. One that I had the pleasure of attending, “The art of business and the business of art,” presented by photographers Davina + Daniel, was highly informative and entertaining. The photographic team—who… Continue reading »
Mar
12
WPPI 2013 Tech Dispatch, Day 2
By John Rettie, Rangefinder Technical Editor Day two of #WPPI2013 was just as energetic as the opening day of the showroom. Here are two of our favorite products from the floor: Manfrotto Klyp iPhone Case Manfrotto’s first accessory for an iPhone will appeal to those who use their iPhone for shooting video. It allows a… Continue reading »
Feb
28
….the envelope please!
I knew it would be busy leading up to WPPI, but I’ll be honest, I don’t think I knew what busy was until I started this job! I want to start by saying THANK YOU to all the people who entered the “I want 10!” competition. There were so many great entries, and it was… Continue reading »
Feb
20
Bonus class added to WPPI/WPPI University
For the last few years, we’ve kicked off WPPI with WPPI University. This two-day workshop is for emerging photographers looking to sharpen their technical skills, learn how to run a profitable business, and break out on their own using top marketing tips from industry leaders. It’s a great way to start your week in Vegas,… Continue reading »
Dec
04
Ken Sklute joins WPPI team!
Jason here! Still getting settled in, but in the meantime I’ve been having a blast getting to know the WPPI team! For my first blog post I’m PSYCHED to announce that we’ve brought on Ken Sklute to be our consulting director for this year’s print competitions (which include the 16×20 print and album competitions). Ken… Continue reading »
Oct
01
Farewell to Arlene Evans
It’s a bittersweet day for WPPI and Rangefinder as we bid adieu to Education and Membership director Arlene Evans.
Mar
12
TwitT Photo
At the Wedding & Portrait Photography International (WPPI) conference 2012 in Las Vegas, TWiT Photo host and professional photographer Catherine Hall convened a panel of eight industry experts and insiders on the controversial subject, Is Technology a Menace to Photography? The luminary-studded gathering featured renowned photographers such as Pulitzer Prize winner Greg Gibson, celebrity photographer… Continue reading »
Mar
01
WPPI 2012 Show Report: Small Lighting Gear and Big DSLRs Make a Splash in Las Vegas
Written by John Rettie and originally posted on PDN (Rangefinder magazine’s Technical Editor John Rettie just spent a few days roaming the floor of the trade show at the 2012 WPPI Convention, which opened on Sunday and continues through Thursday at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas. Here’s his report on some of the interesting… Continue reading »
Feb
17
WPPI Announces “My WPPI Challenge” Photo & Video Contest
Attendees to show the world what WPPI 2012 in Las Vegas is like through their eyes Hollywood, CA (February 17, 2012) – Wedding & Portrait Photographers International (WPPI) announces today the “My WPPI Challenge” photo and video contest. Open to all WPPI 2012 registered attendees, WPPI is looking for the best single photos or 30-second… Continue reading »