Photo Access with Ken McCoy

Photographic training,photo requests,insight,class agendas, multimedia transmissions from the field, wireless technology. For teens and adults with digital point and shoot, 35mm,digital slr and camera smartphones. This info is provided by internationally syndicated photojournalist Ken McCoy.Find out about agencies such as AP, UPI, World Picture News,World Entertainment News Network,PRPHOTOS, and Getty. KEEP UP WITH PHOTO EVENTS VIA PHOTO ACCESS WITH KEN MCCOY @kenmccoypress(twitter) !!!!

Thursday, November 30, 2006

2.5 Million Dollars for a Photograph!!!!!!!!

Prints by photographer Andreas Gursky are a favorite of deep-pocketed art collectors, and on two recent occasions have sold at auctions for in excess of $2 million.

Most recently, an anonymous bidder paid $2.48 million – with a sense of irony, one hopes – for Gursky's "99 Cent II Diptychon" (2001), which shows the cluttered interior of a discount store.

The sale, made at a Nov. 16 auction at Phillips de Pury & Company in New York, set an auction record for a work by a living photographer. It fell short of the record for the highest price ever paid for a photo at auction, which was set in February when a 1904 Edward Steichen print sold for $2,928,000.

The work sold at Phillips consists of two chromogenic color prints displayed as a diptych that measures over 22 feet wide. The work is one of an edition of six.

It was the second time a print of Gursky's "99 Cent" sold for more than $2 million. A single image from the series sold at Sotheby's in New York on May 10 for $2,256,000.

The "99 Cent" images feature oversaturated colors and enough detail to overwhelm the viewer. As is typical for Gursky, the image has been digitally distorted, almost eliminating perspective. Familiar products like Reynold's Wrap and Fiddle Faddle appear jammed into a solid wall of commerce.

The Phillips auction catalogue compares Gursky's study of commercial presentation to Andy Warhol's Campbell's Soup cans and Brillo boxes. "Gursky provides viewers with a new visual vocabulary in which to comprehend the massive changes that have been brought on through globalization and commercialism," the catalogue states.

A representative from Matthew Marks Gallery in New York, which represents Gursky, declined to comment on the history of the print sold at Phillips, but said the gallery was not the seller.

Gursky, a German photographer born in 1955, is known for his objective, documentary-like studies of the everyday. His large-format photos have captured scenes like apartment buildings, concert crowds and the floor of the Tokyo Stock Exchange. He was the subject of a 2001 exhibition at the Museum of Modern Art in New York, where 43 of his prints were on display.
credit:PDN

Holiday Workshops Sat December 9th!!!!

Holiday 35mm Photo Workshop & Photoshoot with Ken McCoy Tell a Friend!

Come learn some new tips on the advancement of photography, holiday photo tips & tricks and creative outlets, then plan to meet up again for an assignment as a class!!! Details for the photoshoot location/assignment will be disclosed at the class. This will be COOL! Class conducted by syndicated photojournalist Ken McCoy. Email:xipnek@aol.com ----- Blog:www.photoaccess.blogspot.com


Section Dates Days Times Location Instructor Fee Aux Total
#W2005 Dec 9, 2006 Sat. Noon-2pm Chavez Ctr, Rm 215 McCoy 29.00 - 29.00 Add to Cart



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Holiday Digital Photography Workshop Tell a Friend!

This workshop will highlight and discuss some of the newest digital cameras for the holiday season, tips for shooting holiday photos, discounts for holiday photo printing by Fotech Color Imaging and more!!! You may even buy a future and festive class! Early Registration suggested. This workshop will be conducted by syndicated photo-journalist Ken McCoy. Email:xipnek@aol.com ---- Blog: www.photoaccess.blogspot.com


Section Dates Days Times Location Instructor Fee Aux Total
#W2004 Dec 9, 2006 Sat. 9am-11am Chavez Ctr, Room 215 McCoy 29.00 - 29.00 Add to Cart

457 6015 to register or 457 6015 Buy this for a friend!!!!!!!

Wednesday, November 29, 2006

Photo Project In Hawaii!!!!!!!!!!!

Director of Photography
Oahu WorkLinks Honolulu - Honolulu, HI
Immediate Opening. DIRECTOR OF PHOTOGRAPHY. Full-time 40hrs/week M-F 8am-5pm. br br DESCRIPTION: Plan, coordinate, and direct video production, photo shooting...
From AJB - November 28, 5:03 AM

Monday, November 27, 2006

Thank You!!!!!! The Following Cities and Countries

Fresno, California, United States
Cedar Park, Texas, United States
Fresno, California, United States
Chapel Hill, North Carolina, United States
Croton Falls, New York, United States
Peoria, Arizona, United States
Cambridge, Illinois, United States
Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States
Boulogne-Billancourt, Ile-de-France, France
Munroe Falls, Ohio, United States
Coldwater, Ohio, United States
Denver, Colorado, United States
Weehawken, New Jersey, United States
Apopka, Florida, United States
United States
Cote D'Ivoire
Kleinhöchstetten, Bern, Switzerland
Auburn, Washington, United States
Tampere, Western Finland, Finland
Fresno, California, United States
Dubai, Dubayy, United Arab Emirates
Mount Laurel, New Jersey, United States
Kista, Stockholms Lan, Sweden



These places keep up with this Blog all the Time.

Sunday, November 26, 2006

More Jobs Posted 11-26-06

Photography Production Coordinator
The Walt Disney Co - Burbank, CA
Photography Production Coordinator posted 11/21/2006 Burbank, CA JOB This position supports the ABC Photography Production staff with projects and basic...
From RetirementJobs.com - November 25, 9:50 AM

Freelance Commercial Advertising Photography Job - Westie Bags
US
photographer with Commercial - Advertising Photography experience. We will be using the photographs for... Commercial Advertising Photography projects at at...
From iFreelance.com - November 25, 5:32 PM

Print, Photography & Convergence Media, Director
The Walt Disney Co - Anaheim, CA
Print, Photography & Convergence Media, Director posted 11/9/2006 Anaheim, CA JOB The Print, Photography &... of the company Print, Photography & Convergence Media...
From RetirementJobs.com - November 25, 9:51 AM

Photography Host
Madame Tussauds Las Vegas - Las Vegas, NV
photographers to join our Photography Team! Madame... accepting applications for full and part time Photography Host to join our Photo team. If you enjoy...
From Gadball - November 24, 9:03 PM

Photographers
The Picture People - Altoona, PA
work! We are a unique photography company focused on... Have experience in photography or have an interest in learning por trait photography Have experience with...
From HotJobs - November 25, 3:03 AM

Los Angeles Job! Photography

ENTERTAIN WITH PHOTOS PRINTED QUICKLY AT EVENTS IN SO-CAL!

Photo entertainment gigs available - especially November & December.

Use your Photoshop knowledge and your Macintosh and Digital SLR camera to take and print entertaining photos at high-end events throughout the So-cal area.

PAID training available - fun job!

Contact DAVE about requirements, training, etc
Over a decade of experience entertaining with GREEN SCREEN photography, printing stretched faces, fun fake IDs, keychains, magazine covers, etc.

619 807-7287

Friday, November 24, 2006

More Selling(and marketing) Tips for Photos

You’ve just returned a fantastic ski trip in Vail, Colorado and you have some terrific photographs of winter scenery.

Your friends all tell you, “Send those photos into postcard companies; they’re the greatest!” So you sit down and begin to mail them out to postcard companies. Right?

Wrong!

The process of publishing requires weeks and months of preparation. Most publishers buy seasonal photographs, but they purchase them several seasons in advance. The key is to send properly packaged photos one or two seasons in advance.

Photo buyers purchase seasonal images because of what they represent. And holiday seasons are the most purchased of all the seasonal photos.

In fact, some companies base their businesses on holidays seasons alone. Some statistics show that most shopping malls do half of their annual sales during the Christmas shopping season alone.

Keep this statistic in mind when you’re out shooting.

For example, if you have a photo of your state capitol during one season, take the time to
photograph it in the other seasons too. Or if you live close to a national park, take photographs during each season. You'll find it pays big dividends down the road.

Photoshop Contest!!!!!!

Bodø, Norway, Nov. 23, 2006. Crestock´s Photoshop contest is free to enter, and for four weeks, you can win amazing prizes including a MacBook, a MacBook PRO and the grand prize - A MacPro with Dual 30" Cinema HD LCDs. This rig is every designers wet dream! The contest is free to enter and open to any and all Photoshop user - at any skill level.

The entries will be judged by some of the most prominent designers sites and blogs of the world, including 9rules, MacAddict, About.com and MaCNN.

The Rules

This contest is free to enter - and each week for four weeks, the judges will pick five photos from our image library. Your entry must be based on one or more of these photos, but you are free to do with them whatever you like.

The Judges and the public will cast their votes, and the entry with the highest score will win. The winning entry will hold a high level of creativity, technicality and incredible visual impact, be it pure eye candy - or with a twist of humor.

So amaze us or make us laugh – or both. It's up to you and your skills, creativity and imagination. But whatever you do, don't miss out on the action!

Find out more at www.crestock.com and get working on your first submission!

Photo Jobs! 11-24-06

Photography Production Coordinator
ABC Media Networks - Los Angeles, CA
Photography Production Coordinator posted 11/21/2006 Burbank, CA JOB DESCRIPTION This position supports the ABC Photography Production staff with projects and...
From AJB - November 23, 12:16 AM

Digital Media Specialist - Photography emphasis
Ashley Furniture - Arcadia, WI
Specialist with a photography emphasis. This position requires 2-3 years of experience in the field and an associates degree in photography, digital media or...
From AJB - November 23, 11:05 AM

Graphics Specialist / Marketing Coordinator
Team Bohannon - Tampa, FL
Located in New Tampa..we have fulltime & part-time entry level positions available for someone with skills in photography, Photoshop & Quark.
From Jobing - November 23, 3:33 AM

Photographer
DAD - Austin, TX
photography sessions, overseeing photography studio... and directing photography sessions. Full-time experience overseeing photography studio, lighting equipment...
From AustinRecruiter.com - November 23, 8:40 AM

Photographers
The Picture People - Tukwila, WA
work! We are a unique photography company focused on... Have experience in photography or have an interest in learning por trait photography Have experience with...
From HotJobs - November 23, 1:59 AM

Selling tips for Photographers!

When you get your camera out to take a photograph, usually it’s because you plan to record a moment in your life.

These moments are precious to you: a breath-taking sunset in a remote land, a beautiful waterfall splashing down the side of a majestic mountain, the day you brought home a new puppy, or your child's first time on water ski's.

Many of those moments you captured on film could be worth money.

How do you know if you have photos that are worth money, or ones that have only sentimental value?

Well, a good rule of thumb is if you’ve seen this type of photo published elsewhere. If you have, then it’s a pretty good indication it may be worth something.

Did you know you can turn an ordinary photo into a publishable one just by moving a few things around?

Monday, November 20, 2006

Blogging: Info Works With Photography!!!!!!!



from Entrepreneur.com


Three Key Tips for Starting a
Business Blog
Excited yet? You should be--blogging's not just a winning strategy, it's also a lot of fun! The beauty of blogging is that you can easily incorporate it into your daily schedule of tasks. You can even blog when you're on the road.

But what does it take to become a really successful blogger?
Great content: If your content isn't interesting and relevant to your target market, your blog won't work. It's as simple as that. You'll be surprised, however, how easy it is to find things to write about if you really put your mind to it. It could be news articles about your industry, product updates, interviews, personal insights into topics of importance to your target audience, and much more.
Regular updating: I won't lie to you: there are some days when I really find it hard to find the time to post a new article. But if I don't post, no one will come back. It's like subscribing to a daily newspaper but only getting a copy delivered now and then! So post often and your audience will keep coming back. And regularly adding fresh content to your blog also gives you a boost in the search engine rankings.
Your own distinct voice: It's important that you write in your own voice. A blog is no place for formality and corporate speak. It's more of a forum, a place where ideas can flourish and topics of current interest can be debated. You don't even need to be a brilliant writer; you just need to be able to relate to your audience and give them good content.


Final Thoughts
Starting a blog can take as little as five minutes. Of course, starting a blog is the easy part; turning your blog into a strategic tool that drives traffic and sales to your online business is a completely different matter.

Building a truly effective blog that keeps people coming back again and again takes a lot more than five minutes; it takes time and dedication to develop a blog that keeps your audience coming back for more.

New Updates Photo Jobs- ESPN TOO!!!!!!!

Photography Stylist
Quad/Graphics - Miami, FL
fashion and product photography to work in our Miami... have a minimum of five years experience in the photography business with an outstanding portfolio. Skills...
From HotJobs - November 18, 5:14 AM

Photography Instructor
Big Pine Key, FL - Big Pine Key, FL
science, SCUBA diving, sailing, windsurfing, canoeing, kayaking, arts and crafts, photography, and camp newspaper. For more information about Seacamp Programs
From NRPA - November 17, 7:58 PM

Director of Photography
media-match - Los Angeles, CA
DP needed for 35mm feature film (off-beat romantic comedy) shooting in Jan-Feb, 2007, entirely on location in/around L.A. Feature film experience as DP is a...
From media-match - November 18, 3:48 PM

Director of Photography
media-match - Philadelphia
Seasoned production company looking for a director of photography to work on a documentary style video about the sensitive topic of people with a mental...
From media-match - November 18, 3:48 PM

Photography Account Manager/Producer
Quad/Graphics - Miami, FL
is currently seeking an Photography Account Manager... QUALIFICATIONS: A background in production, photography or customer service is necessary. Must be able to...
From HotJobs - November 18, 5:14 AM

Photography Account Manager/Producer
GRAPHIC PREPRESS/IMAGING TECHN - Miami, FL
is currently seeking an Photography Account Manager... Qualifications : A background in production, photography or customer service is necessary. Must be able to...
From Quad/Graphics - November 17, 7:35 PM

Photography - Sales Associate
Portrait Innovations - Carmel, IN
in sales and the photography/marketing industry... creating peak money-making opportunities! No photography experience necessary. A cutting-edge technology...
From CareerBuilder - November 18, 1:06 PM

Photography - Sales Associate
Portrait Innovations - Baton Rouge, LA
in sales and the photography/marketing industry... creating peak money-making opportunities! No photography experience necessary. A cutting-edge technology...
From CareerBuilder - November 18, 12:54 PM

Children's Photography Studio Sales Associate (No Exp Nec)
Kiddie Kandids - Paramus, NJ
Do you want to love your job? Here s the refreshing change you are looking for! Sales Associates We will hire vibrant people to capture great expressions from...
From CareerBuilder - November 18, 12:59 PM

Forecast Analyst - Digital Photography
Hewlett-Packard - Denver, CO
Environment Digital Photography is an important... life's stories. We offer a broad portfolio of photography products, software and services including an...
From AJB - November 18, 4:05 PM

Product Marketing Manager (Photo Management Solutions)
HP - Vancouver, WA
within the Digital Photography and Entertainment... Digital photography is a prime growth initiative within HP's consumer business. HP's photography portfolio...
From HP - November 17, 11:47 PM

Mother Service Representatives
Growing Family - Aurora, CO
Enjoy Photography and want some extra income? Want to... nation's leading provider of in-hospital newborn photography. You'll take the baby's first official photo...
From Jobing - November 18, 2:30 AM

Deputy Photo Editor
ESPN - New York, NY
the photography field with a minimum of three years in sports photography required. Proficiency in Quark and Photoshop required. Knowledge of sports photography...
From Monster - November 17, 9:04 PM

Friday, November 17, 2006

Pentagon Reonstruction Photos Book

Nov 10, 2006 08:45 ET

'The 9/11 Patriot': Photographer Shares Stories of Pentagon Reconstruction Through Images

Susan Scott Teachey offers a touching tribute to the tragedy turned to patriotism and heroism after the Sept. 11 attacks in her new compilation of photographs, "The 9/11 Patriot: Viewpoint of an Average American Girl" (now available through AuthorHouse).


Chronicling the reconstruction of the Pentagon during the year after the attacks, this stunning collection of 209 full-color photos represents the efforts of real-life heroes in the months following the tragedy. It also represents the events through the lens - and the eyes - of an everyday American citizen. Teachey shares candid, genuine portraits of the reconstruction efforts through these photos.


Teachey says this book will act as a reminder to future generations who will have no recollection of the heartache endured by the nation on that infamous day. "This book can be passed from generation to generation to keep the memory of those lost on September 11, 2001 forever, particularly because of the photography," she says. "These photographs are images that should be remembered and that can never be retaken. These expressions of patriotism are gone and will never be erected again. Let's never forget."


She also hopes the images will renew the national sense of unity that spread through the country following the attacks. "Once you read this book, you will connect with the renewed, or first-realized, feeling of patriotism for our country," she says.


In an effort to contribute to the legacy of the heroes and victims of Sept. 11, Teachey plans to donate a portion of proceeds from the sale of this book to the Americas 911 Foundation, a scholarship fund; Rolling Thunder(R), an organization dedicated to raising POW/MIA awareness and helping American veterans from all wars, past, present and future; and other organizations supporting troops and their families.


Born in Richmond, Va., Teachey's family history in the United States dates back to 1709 in the town of Teachey, N.C. A member of her ancestry has fought in every American war. She is an avid philanthropist, and donates her time and funds to a number of causes dedicated to Pentagon victims and their families, children, soldiers and veterans. She continues to live in Virginia where she works as a graphic designer and owns a small studio. "The 9/11 Patriot" is her first book.


AuthorHouse is the premier publishing house for emerging authors and new voices in literature. For more information, please visit http://www.authorhouse.com/.

New Stock Photo Company

Updated Photo Jobs

Photography Assistant Needed
Total Staff - Sacramento, CA
Director of Digital Photography, to whom alone he/she... the Photography Assistant to support photographic production work. In this role, the Photography Assistant...
From Get Photography Jobs - November 16, 4:41 PM

Photography Specialist
Vertis Communications - San Antonio, TX
worldwide. Currently, we have an opening for a Photography Specialist at one of our managed sites in San... skills: -5 years of photography experience. -A strong...

New News that you need to know.......

We didn’t think it would take this long …
… for conventional picture libraries to ape the fotoLibra model. Getty Images has just announced that if they pay a fee, photographers can choose and upload their own images. That’s the core philosophy of fotoLibra.

Of course, they haven’t crudely ripped off our business model. Instead of fotoLibra’s low monthly charge for uploading, storing and marketing as many images as you like, Getty Images charge you a whopping FIFTY DOLLARS for every single picture you want to upload!

fotoLibra charges £6 / $11.33 per month
— Getty Images charges £26.48 / $50 per picture

fotoLibra gives you up to three gigabytes of image storage space
— Getty Images limits you to a maximum of 40 images

fotoLibra gives Platinum Members unlimited image storage space
— Getty Images limits you to a maximum of 40 images

fotoLibra pays Members 50% of net sales receipts (60% for Platinum Members)
— Getty Images lets you have 30% of the sale price

fotoLibra markets your images on a non-exclusive basis
— Getty Images demands exclusivity for two years

Here’s the full article from pdnewswire.

Smile Please!
The Dear Leader pointed this one out to me, and featured it in his blog, and it’s so good I’m simply going to repeat what he wrote here:
FASCIATED
I learned a new word today. No, I'm not ashamed to admit it. Armed as I am with such a spectacular vocabulary, it's pleasant to come across words one hasn't encountered before.
This is how it came about. Jacqui sent out a Picture Call yesterday asking for pictures of bunnies and day-old chicks in long meadow grass with daisies and butterflies etc etc. Perfect for November.
I was looking through some of the submissions and my eye was caught by the most amazing sight: a grinning daisy. Ah, I thought, someone's just found the Liquify filter in Photoshop, and what's more he can't spell Fascinated.
I looked closer. It was a very fine piece of Photoshopping. Then I looked at the keyword Fasciated again. Fascinated didn't fit the context. So I turned to the dictionary:
fas•ci•at•ed
Botany: showing abnormal fusion of parts or organs, resulting in a flattened, ribbonlike structure.
Blimey. Maybe it was real. So I downloaded the image, checked it out and it's real. Not a hint of Photoshopping here. This actually exists. The only thing we did to the image was to correct photographer Mike Lester's spelling of Daisy.
What an amazing photograph. Well done, Mike!


Twenty per Cent Bigger Previews
When you upload a picture to the fotoLibra web site, we create Thumbnails and Previews from your original image. Now that almost every buyer has broadband, we thought we could risk embiggening the file sizes — so with effect from image ID #195438 all the Previews on the site are 20% larger. We think this is a perfectly cromulent idea. Buyers will be able to see much more detail in the images before they decide to buy. We’re also applying this retrospectively, so that in time all the Previews on the site will be 20% larger than they were, but please be patient as this will take a while.

fotoLibra Submission Guidelines
I know I only posted the link in the last Newsletter, but things move fast in this biz and our Guidelines have already been revised and updated to include the new BAPLA / Pic4Press XMP metadata panel. So please download the latest PDF (Version 2.2) from fotoLibra Submission Guidelines.

Picture Buyers: Free USB Flash Memory when you buy a picture from us!
We’re giving away this exclusive fotoLibra-branded USB flash memory device to everyone who spends a minimum of £100 / €150 / $190 with us before January 21st 2007.
The Small Print: Orders must be placed before January 21st 2007; Minimum picture invoice value (excl. VAT) £100 / €150 / $190; Memory device is a 128MB USB Flash drive; Despatched within 28 days of invoice payment; One drive per customer only; Limited stock — first come first served.


MyFotowall
How would you like one of your photographs (or any of the other 157,000 wonderful images on the fotoLibra site) blown up so large it would cover an entire wall in your house? We have the technology ... and pretty soon we'll be able to offer the service to all our Members. Watch this space.

Qick photo selling tips to keep in mind.

Key #1: Find Hidden Treasure in Old Photos

Key #2: Impact Sells Photos

Key #3: Your Best Shots are Worth More

Key #4: Unique Images Double the Value

Key #5: Think in Seasons

Key #6: Stock or Art--Know the Difference

Key #7: A Niche Is More Profitable

Thursday, November 16, 2006

Holiday Workshop Schedule!!!!!!!!




Holiday Digital Photography Workshop

This workshop will highlight and discuss some of the newest digital cameras for the holiday season, tips for shooting holiday photos discounts for holiday photo printing by Fotech Color Imaging and more!!! You may even buy a future class as a gift. This will be a fun and festive class! Early registration suggested. This workshop is conducted by syndicated photojournalist Ken McCoy. Email: xipnek@aol.com. Blog: www.photoaccess.blogspot.com.

#W2004 • Sat, Dec 9

9-11 am • Chávez Ctr, Rm 215 • $29

Instructor, Ken McCoy

Holiday 35mm Photo Workshop & Photoshoot with Ken McCoy

Come learn some new tips on the advancement of photography, holiday photo tips and tricks and creative outlets, then plan to meet up again for an assignment as a class!!! Details for the shotting location/ assignment will be disclosed at the class. This will be Cool! Conducted by syndicated photojournalist Ken McCoy. Email: xipnek@aol.com. Blog: www.photoaccess.blogspot.com.

#W2005 • Sat, Dec 9

12-2 pm • Chávez Ctr, Rm 215 • $29

Instructor, Ken McCoy

New Photo Job ... Wont Last Long!

Digital Photographer

Advertising Publication looking for a digital photographer to shoot interior and exterior photos of apartment communities.

Knowledge and understanding of lighting, exposure and composition preferred.
Individual will be responsible for uploading and maintaining a online database of photos, as well as shooting 360 degree panoramas for website.

*Job duties require access to DSL/Cable to upload photos at the end of each day.

This is a contract position that pays by the job.
Mileage reimbursement available.

If you are interested in this position please fax your resume to (916)746-2365 or email david.baxter@forrent.com

Phone (916)746-2315


Sunday, November 12, 2006

A Lesson: To Know about No


Ask me about the story on this.... I cannot put it here . email me direct... it is a good lesson for some of you. How this really works.....Remember to know: it not what you know or who you know -- but who knows YOU!!!!!!!!

The venue: FOX THEATRE

Atlanta View

Atlanta -- Headed to Event


Headed to Event. Had Dinner at Justins. Breakfast was good, now I am going to the Red Carpet..... busy day today!!!!!!!! All Photo Gear and Media cards are Ready... I ran into many people that knew me yesterday, so today it is time for the real deal!!!!!

Saturday, November 11, 2006

Phoenix Update



Nice flight to phoenix pretty weather..... turning off all devices. Closed a deal over the phone ... 71 degrees in atl and clear weather per captain.

Early Departure


Got up at 4 am made coffee checked email and updated ipod with new mjb song. Dressed and called cab 6069 yellow cab . Checked out and headed to cab. Went west to LAX minor traffic. Got to LAX checked in and went outside for security check. Security had us remove all metal objects from our person , then remove shoes and laptops from the cases. I passed. It is now 5 45 am and the sun is beginning to rise. The airport was super busy! The smell of food was my catalyst to plan my food for a long flight. I decided to check my voicemail after I turned on my phone. I had a message from another photog from Florida! She said she was going too and she can get us on the klist for a LG Cellular event with Janet Jacksons Boyfriend Producer Jermaine Dupri.

Thursday, November 09, 2006

Warm and Wonderful By Bryan



Hi Ken:

Here's the pix from the River Parkway. Theme is Respite By The River at Night 10-2006. (C) Bryan (TEAM ICY). Bryan has also taken several workshops and classes from me..... HE is THe Man!!!( Personal long time Class Joke). thanks again Bryan....!

More Photo Ops!!!!!

Director of Photography
US
a Director of Photography who will be responsible for... The candidate should have at least 15 years of photography experience with a large metropolitan newspaper...
From JournalismJobs.com - November 8, 2:01 PM

Photography Sales Specialist
Lifetouch - Wilmington, NC
Photography Sales Specialist Turn your love of photography into a rewarding career The Opportunity... their needs during photography and portrait selection...
From CareerBuilder - November 8, 11:40 AM

Photography Sales Specialist
Lifetouch - Houston, TX
Photography Sales Specialist Turn your love of photography into a rewarding career The Opportunity... their needs during photography and portrait selection...
From CareerBuilder - November 8, 11:40 AM

Photography Sales Specialist
Lifetouch - Pleasanton, CA
Photography Sales Specialist Turn your love of photography into a rewarding career The Opportunity... their needs during photography and portrait selection...
From CareerBuilder - November 8, 11:40 AM

Photography Sales Specialist
Lifetouch Church Directories and Portraits - Portland, OR
Ready to turn your love of photography into a rewarding... internet access. Minimum 1-2 years sales and/or photography experience or training preferred. Excellent...
From Jobdango - November 8, 3:41 PM

Photography and Photographic Sales AssociatePlanet Hollywood Orlando
Event Imaging Solutions, a Kodak Company - Orlando, FL
looking for some energetic, outgoing and dynamic individuals to join our Photography and Photographic Sales Associate team at Planet Hollywood Orlando. Planet...
From Central Florida Employment Comission - November 8, 11:22 AM

Photography and Photographic Sales Associate/Hard Rock Cafe Orlando.
Event Imaging Solutions, a Kodak Company - Orlando, FL
looking for some energetic, outgoing and dynamic individuals to join our Photography and Photographic Sales Associate team at Hard Rock Cafe Orlando. The first...
From Central Florida Employment Comission - November 8, 11:22 AM

Part Time Photography/ Sales - Kansas City Area Hospitals
Growing Family - Kansas City, MO
an exciting part time career opportunity with Growing Family First Foto. Photography experience is not required as we provide a professional paid training...
From CareerBuilder - November 8, 11:37 AM

Entry Level- Wedding Photography Service
Culver Careers - San Francisco, CA
We are a Bridal Photography Company where we are... THE POSITION: This person will be selling wedding photography services to Brides and Grooms. The position...
From Gadball - November 8, 3:17 PM

Photography Assistant - Premier Retail Advertising Agency Needs GREAT People!
Ambrosi - Chicago, IL
and direct-response catalog services. We are dedicated to the art of design, photography, and digital production of retail print advertising and direct mail...
From Monster - November 8, 4:07 PM

Photo Jobs/Opps

Assistant/Associate Professor of Photography
Southern Utah University - Cedar City, UT
2006 Photography: Assistant/Associate Professor, Southern Utah University. Teach digital photography from... other terminal degree in Photography required. Starts...
From Chronicle of Higher Education - November 7, 2:37 AM

Associate Photography Producer
Edmunds.com - Santa Monica, CA
Detroit . Associate Photography Producer Position... to photography and digital imaging Experience coordinating studio and/or location photography productions...
From Monster - November 7, 5:36 PM

Photography Imaging Systems Coordinator
The Picture People - Charlotte, NC
PICTURE A CAREER WITH THE PICTURE PEOPLE! We're currently looking for a Photography Imaging Systems Coordinator to service Picture People studios for the...
From HotJobs - November 7, 2:20 AM

Sales/demonstrators-photography
GLOBAL STAFFING - Los Angeles, CA
leader in national sales, training and product demonstrations, is seeking photography enthusiasts who would like to put their experience to work for us! That's...
From AJB - November 7, 1:35 PM

Assistant to Webmaster
Madison - West Hollywood, CA
Assisting the webmaster in photography, styling mannequins, photoshopping images, content development, administrative tasks. Needs to be responsible, internet...
From Vault Job Board - November 7, 10:10 AM

Photographers
The Picture People - Greensburg, PA
work! We are a unique photography company focused on... Have experience in photography or have an interest in learning portrait photography Have experience with...
From HotJobs - November 7, 5:13 PM

Photographers
The Picture People - Philadelphia, PA
work! We are a unique photography company focused on... Have experience in photography or have an interest in learning portrait photography Have experience with...
From HotJobs - November 7, 5:13 PM

Photographers
The Picture People - Rockford, IL
work! We are a unique photography company focused on... Have experience in photography or have an interest in learning portrait photography Have experience with...
From HotJobs - November 7, 4:42 PM

Photographers
The Picture People - Wauwatosa, WI
work! We are a unique photography company focused on... Have experience in photography or have an interest in learning portrait photography Have experience with...
From HotJobs - November 7, 4:11 PM

Monday, November 06, 2006

Photographers Photo Contest..... Good Luck!!!!!

So here is your chance to showcase your best pics by entering dotPhoto’s November Halloween Best Costume photo contest..

Submit your photo and you could win a $500 American Express® gift card, an iPod® nano, or a $50 Best Buy® gift card.*

Enter Now! This photo contest ends November 30th.
Details: www.popphoto.com

Ken McCoy Travels To Atlanta To Cover Red Carpet Event


Photo: (Ken In Hollywood Studio) I will be Traveling to Atlanta, GA (ATL) to cover a major event Thurs To Sun. The Event will be broadcasted to 80 million viewers and my listership will be 2 Million listeners. The BBC, and other newtroks will be tunes in to track the 20,000 votes for UK performer Sway. The Event will not be open to the Public. I look forward to Vivid Colors , Fast action, some low light during rehearsal on Stage. All Kinds of Gear will be traveling with me during this trip. 4 digitals, i Mini Dv Cam, Mic, Mini Recorder, IPOD and 3 Cell Phones. I will update the Blog to keep every one posted on activities. Last week I received an email that my work was published in South Africa!!!!!!

This Assignment should be GREAT.

Photography Goes to Television

Popular Photography & American PHOTO Magazines Partner With Inside Media Networks To Premier Innovative Broadcast Programming At PhotoPlus Expo
NEW YORK, NY/CARSON CITY, NV, November 1, 2006. Inside Media Networks and its official media content partners – Popular Photography & Imaging and American PHOTO Magazines along with publisher Hachette Filipacchi Media US – announce the launch of an innovative broadcasting concept at one of the industry’s most important tradeshows. “Inside Digital Photo” will launch with interviews and footage captured live at PhotoPlus Expo (PPE), November 3 – 5, 2006, the Javits Center in New York City.

Hosted by industry insider Scott Shepard – one of the most respected technical experts in the converging arena of digital, online and broadcast media - the inaugural Inside Digital Photo program will feature the best of new products, trends, and technology exhibited at PPE via select, scheduled tapings from the show floor. The content is specifically designed for broadcast distribution, and will run daily throughout the run of the expo via www.popphoto.com.

Integrated Content Delivered to Targeted Media Communication Touchpoints

Inside Digital Photo is the first and only program focused on the photography and digital imaging market that combines a broadcast radio show with the latest new media delivery formats. In-depth coverage will feature news, interviews and tips of the trade from leading experts, and more in a one-hour weekly show format.

In addition to regular segments hosted by Scott Shepard, Inside Digital Photo will feature exclusive program content from their media partners Popular Photography & Imaging and American PHOTO Magazine editors, story ideas and relevant articles, and product reviews culled from the magazines’ top stories as well as related content provided by the magazines’ publisher Hachette Filipacchi Media US via its website. Inside Digital Photo radio program will air Saturday afternoons and is available via ABC Starguide III throughout the United States. The program will also stream live worldwide on the Internet and be made available after broadcast with expanded content and exclusive video on iTunes at

www.apple.com/itunes/download/

Photo Jobs....New.

Photography Sales
Color Craft Family Portraits - Dayton, OH
like to make terrific money! If you have experience in family portrait photography or sales, we would like to talk to you. Generous compensation and benefits.
From Job News Dayton - November 5, 6:38 AM

Research Photography
TBO.com/The Tampa Tribune and affiliated newspapers - Tampa, FL
geocode ' photograph properties, and obtain new leads. Strong tech aptitude, photography, appraisal and GIS experience a+. Exlnt driving record and high speed...
From TBO.com - November 5, 4:09 PM

Research Photography
Tampa, FL
geocode ' photograph properties, and obtain new leads. Strong tech aptitude, photography, appraisal and GIS experience a+. Exlnt driving record and high speed...
From DiversityInc - November 5, 8:26 AM

Photography No Exp
North, NJ
PHOTOGRAPHY No exp. req'd. We will train for pro career and provide pro camera and equip. for local assignments. $400 to $600 wk. to start, car req'd. Call...
From NJ.com - November 5, 2:39 PM

Photography Post Production
Fire Mountain Gems and Beads - Grants Pass, OR
folders Report to photography team lead on work in... and written communication skills Background in photography strongly preferred Catalog experience strongly...
From AJB - November 5, 4:04 AM

Production Art & Photography Manager
Coleman - Wichita, KS
experience is 3-5 years with specific experience and expertise in artwork, photography for consumer products packaging. - Skills to solve practical problems and...
From AJB - November 5, 12:47 PM

Photography Quality Control Asst./Printer
TEXAS SENATE - Austin, TX
considerable experience in photography developing and printing of black and white film Education Appropriate experience in photography and or lab. Knowledge...
From AJB - November 4, 11:26 PM

Production Art & Photography Manager / CLMN662
Coleman Company - Wichita, KS
Inc Production Art & Photography Manager Job Location... specific experience and expertise in artwork, photography for consumer products packaging. * Skills to...
From AJB - November 4, 9:53 PM

Photographers
Not Avail - Harrisburg, PA
PHOTOGRAPHY: please see ad for Photographers in today's Professional Employment Section.
From PennLive.com - November 5, 4:40 PM

Photographers
The Picture People - Elyria, OH
work! We are a unique photography company focused on... Have experience in photography or have an interest in learning portrait photography Have experience with...
From HotJobs - November 5, 3:27 PM

Saturday, November 04, 2006

Drexcel Scores again!!!!!!


Drexcel Najarian was published recently . She shot this in Rancho Mirage. Congrats!!!! She is another student that has been in many classes and seminars.... and its paying off!!! Here is what she had to say:
Hi Ken,

I wanted to share my current photo success story.
Through a friend, who works for a local retailer, of high end women's clothing, coats and shoes, I was asked to photograph the fall shoe line for their fall/winter catalog. I met with my girlfriend at the store one evening a few weeks ago and we shot shoes for a few hours. The catalog went to print this past week and I was paid my first REAL money as a photographer. I am also getting photo credit in the catalog. I am invited to shot their fall/winter fashion show later this month and then also the spring catalog. I don't have to tell you how exciting it is to be paid for your work, as well as the personal satisfaction for doing something I love. I hope to have more stories like this one to share.

PS, did I mention the honorable mention ribbon for my Fotech entry at the Fair?

Thanks for all your help and guidance.

Drexcel



If you have been Published and want it shown..... email it to me clear of viruses and I will tell the world!!!!!!!!!!!!!

The Blue Man Group by Patty Gibbs


This Amazing shot was taken Nov 1 By Patty at the Save Mart Center of the BLue Man group.....she was amazingly close... that helped a great deal with the Light..... Patty Has taken several classes from me and she always seem to get captivating images....Good Job Patty!!!!!!

Wednesday, November 01, 2006

This Looks Cool.

musesspa@yahoo.com

We are looking for photographers and painters to display artwork at our day spa for our December show. The December art hop will have a "Warm Winter" theme. Please contact me for more info, and if you are interested in showing your work this soon. Thank you, Chantelle L

Muses Spa and Wellness Center

(559) 440-0772

New Photo Request!!!! Motherly Photos

Important:

We don't usually mention the name of the picture researching client for a variety of reasons; commercial confidentiality is paramount, and in the past some errant members have attempted to approach the client direct which has resulted in us getting slapped wrists — or worse, slapped writs.

But because this Picture Call needs you to hit the sweet spot, we recommend you go to Amazon.com and type in Helen Exley. Have a look at the gift books they produce. Then read this Picture Call again.

This is an open Call; there is no deadline. The locations are where you are; they don't have to be set in exotic places. The filesizes demanded are achievable by all our Members. These pictures are always wanted, but very few will be picked. We need photographs of mother love.

Touching, romantic, sentimental but NOT cloying; loving, wistful, tender but NOT schlocky; strong, powerful, forceful but NOT aggressive. Look at books in the genre by Helen Exley — that's what we need.

And the mothers can be any age from 16 to 106. The offspring can be anything from new-born babies to 90 year-olds (if you've found a 106 year-old mum).

Love must shine through. Portrait, landscape, close up, long shots — the love of a mother or mothers must be the story of the picture. The mums don't necessarily have to be human beings, either, though 99% of the ones chosen will be.

Upload data:
1. DEADLINE: Open
2. FILESIZE: 300dpi, colour or B&W, file size >3MB.
3. CODE KEYWORD: EXLMUM (input this among all your other apposite keywords and NEVER use the Code Keyword as your only keyword. Describe the image in full as normal.)
4. CATEGORISE UNDER: People> Motherhood

If you feel you already have existing images on the site which fit the bill, just add the unique code keyword to them.

And remember, the only way you can make your pictures available for consideration by the buyers in any Picture Call is to upload them to the fotoLibra site and to include the special Code Keyword among your other keywords. Please do not mark your images as Royalty Free and do not send them to me as there is nothing I can do with them — my opinion would be highly subjective and probably not helpful. Please also make sure that they always match or exceed the requested resolutions and file sizes.
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Please Read carefully
We don't usually mention the name of the picture researching client for a variety of reasons; commercial confidentiality is paramount, and in the past some errant members have attempted to approach the client direct which has resulted in us getting slapped wrists — or worse, slapped writs.

But because this Picture Call needs you to hit the sweet spot, we recommend you go to Amazon.com and type in Helen Exley. Have a look at the gift books they produce. Then read this Picture Call again.

This is an open Call; there is no deadline. The locations are where you are; they don't have to be set in exotic places. The filesizes demanded are achievable by all our Members. These pictures are always wanted, but very few will be picked. We need photographs of mother love.

Touching, romantic, sentimental but NOT cloying; loving, wistful, tender but NOT schlocky; strong, powerful, forceful but NOT aggressive. Look at books in the genre by Helen Exley — that's what we need.

And the mothers can be any age from 16 to 106. The offspring can be anything from new-born babies to 90 year-olds (if you've found a 106 year-old mum).

Love must shine through. Portrait, landscape, close up, long shots — the love of a mother or mothers must be the story of the picture. The mums don't necessarily have to be human beings, either, though 99% of the ones chosen will be.

Upload data:
1. DEADLINE: Open
2. FILESIZE: 300dpi, colour or B&W, file size >3MB.
3. CODE KEYWORD: EXLMUM (input this among all your other apposite keywords and NEVER use the Code Keyword as your only keyword. Describe the image in full as normal.)
4. CATEGORISE UNDER: People> Motherhood

If you feel you already have existing images on the site which fit the bill, just add the unique code keyword to them.

And remember, the only way you can make your pictures available for consideration by the buyers in any Picture Call is to upload them to the fotoLibra site and to include the special Code Keyword among your other keywords. Please do not mark your images as Royalty Free and do not send them to me as there is nothing I can do with them — my opinion would be highly subjective and probably not helpful. Please also make sure that they always match or exceed the requested resolutions and file sizes.