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Lessons from my First Art Fair
After a whirlwind weekend of meeting people, answering questions and selling my work, things are finally starting to settle down after the Brussels Accessible Art Fair. Overall, my experience selling at my first art fair was very positive, but I did learn a few lessons for my next event.
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My Stylish and Practical Camera Bag
I am now the proud owner of the coolest camera bag on the block.
I’ve been hunting for a new camera bag for a while now. My current bag, the Lowpro Mini Trekker backpack, has served me well for over 10 years and will continue to be my ‘long-haul’ camera bag. It holds all of my camera … more
In Defence of Photoshop
I have a complaint. When did Photoshop become a dirty word? Lately it seems that everywhere I look people are hating on Photoshop. I see groups on Flikr and Redbubble that proclaim “No Photoshop allowed.” I notice people boasting in their comments – “I didn’t touch this image in Photoshop.” I have to ask… Why … more
Transform – Zack Arias, Photographer
I just finished watching a truly inspirational video by photographer Zack Arias over on Scott Kelby’s blog. Riding on the coattails of my last inspiration post, this one is much more uplifting. Not only does Zack remind us that we are not alone when we question our abilities, and confront our fears, but he even addresses the … more
Inspiration and Fear
I wanted to post one of the most inspirational (and terrifying) articles I’ve read on photography recently. It’s inspirational because it cuts to the heart of what we all want to do as artists – follow our inner voice and create what that voice dictates, not what outside forces tell us we need to do.
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Alison Cornford-Matheson is a Canadian photographer living and working in Brussels, Belgium. She specialises in garden and travel lifestyle stock photography. In addition, she is a Photoshop professional and produces digital artwork as fine art prints. Alison is available for assignment work and commissions on request.
