Author Archives: Tom Szabo
No Shadow Product Photography
No Shadow Product Photography! I use Google Alerts to send me web notices about photography topics. One day a listing about shooting whites without shadows caught my attention. I clicked on the link which took me to a Youtube video … Continue reading
Portrait Photography Dilemma – Solved!
Families are becoming more “transient” as time goes by. Meaning, as family members move for job opportunities more frequently now. Most every Christmas, my wife’s brother, his wife and two boys join us for Christmas day. This year due to … Continue reading
New Portrait Photography Backdrop Becomes Name Badge
In an earlier post I talked about my new brick wall backdrop. At a resent event, my good friend Donald Wayne McLeod pointed out my name badge was missing. I actually forgot to bring it. So Donald Wayne suggested putting … Continue reading
A Suggestion Made About My Recent Photography Studio Newsletter!
In the A Thomas Image studio E-Blast for October 2012, I mentioned a new brick backdrop. A friend of mine asked: “Why didn’t you include a picture of the new backdrop”? I actually thought about doing just that, but I … Continue reading
IS THE WHITE IN YOUR CAMERA’S WHITE BALANCE REALLY WHITE?
Sorry you have to click the link below. This was the best way I could figure to get the data in the post. IS THE WHITE IN YOUR CAMERA’S WHITE BALANCE REALLY WHITE
Kids Sports Photography Is Such Fun
There used to be an old saying in Hollywood: “Never work with Kids or Pets!” Occasionally I feel that way with kids. As studio photographers we’ve all had our share of child melt-downs that cause Mom & Dad embarrassment and … Continue reading
Photographer and Scuba Diving Instructor Now A MAST Board Member
On April 14, 2012 the Maritime Archeological Survey Team unanimously voted area photographer and scuba diving instructor Tom Szabo to its board of directors. The Maritime Archeological Survey Team, also known as MAST is a nonprofit avocational group. Members work … Continue reading
CLASS OF 2013 PORTRAIT SPECIAL
Package consists of: • 1-hour studio sitting • 1 – 8X10 Color print on premium paper • 2 – 5X7 Color prints on premium paper • 16 – Wallets on premium paper imprinted with student’s first name and graduation year … Continue reading
March 29, 2012 Business-After-Hours at Quail Hollow Resort.
Quail Hollow Resort entertains Painesville Area Chamber of Commerce members in the Bronze Bear Lounge.
And The Winner Is…..
During the Shop Lake County Expo 2012, I had my oversized I-Phone on display at my booth. Visitors were encouraged to stop by and be photographed behind the display. The contest was to see who could get the most “likes” … Continue reading
Does Network Publisher Really Work?
My WordPress blog has errors with the Network Publisher plug-in. Can’t find a working solution, so far.
The Executive Head Shot With A Twist
Over the years, I developed a professional relationship with business owner Kordell Norton. That relationship has turned into a great personal relationship. I’m pleased to call him my friend. Kordell is a recognized sales, marketing, and motivational speaker. He is … Continue reading
A Thomas Image Has Booth At Shop Lake County 2012
Check out the details on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/#!/events/221663951232192/
Corked, Labeled, Waiting to AGE!
I am pleased to introduce you to my personal stock of Cabernet Sauvignon for 2012 under the label of “f-stop cellars”. What else can one do during the winter in N-E Ohio?
The “Scattered Family” Portrait Photography
When’s the last time you actually had the entire family together in one room? If you’re like most today, you have family members living in multiple states. Or if you’re like me, I still live in my home-town, but my … Continue reading
Having Photography Fun With An Oversized I-Phone
Recently some of my business friends and I promoted our businesses during the local holiday lighting ceremony. Since this was the first time anyone exhibited during the event and our location was somewhat remote, no one was sure what … Continue reading
How Photographers Spend Their Time
If you’re a photographer or other business owner, you’ll probably get a kick out of this article. Remember to look over the pie charts identifying the tasks performed by a photographer vs the perception. http://www.ispwp.com/the-secret-life-of-wedding-photographers.html
Photographer, A Member Of Award Winning Creative Team
My good friend and client Erica Kosinski had a vision for a combined educational and marketing periodical for a local supplier of architectural granite. Realizing that “stock” photography would not convey an accurate view of the business. Some images used … Continue reading
When The Bride And Groom Make Wedding Photography A Blast
Let’s face it – weddings can be one of the most stressful photography assignments. It gets worse if something goes wrong during the … Continue reading
High School Senior Portrait Photo Session
Portrait Session for high school senior Carry. Let’s think back to our senior year of high school. … Continue reading
Dancing Photographer Participates in “Dancing Under The Stars 2011” Fundraiser
It took 2 to 3 hours per practice, 2 to 3 practices a week, over 5 weeks. In 4 minutes and 26 seconds it was done! Photographer Tom Szabo was a celebrity dancer in the local fundraising event “Dancing Under … Continue reading
Photography Assingment – Too Good To Be True?
This was an inquiry I received through marketingtool.com After going through this inquiry, I made up my mind I would not participate in the assignment. You know what they say about “too-good-to-be-true”. Hello I will like to confirm if you … Continue reading
Portrait Of A Graphic Artist/Illustrator
Let me introduce you to John. He is a graphic designer and illustrator. We both belong to the same business growth network. As we were discussing some new marketing materials for John’s studio, I suggested he consider a new headshot. … Continue reading
Jennifer’s Portrait Session
Jennifer is a marketing and sales professional with a local corporation. She wanted to expand her portfolio and came to the studio for a sitting. We worked with several different outfits and tried several different poses. Here are a couple … Continue reading
Birthday Party Celebration And Underwater Photography
Take a special event like a child birthday, a swimming pool, a hot summer day and what do you have? A great opportunity to photograph kids underwater. I recently photographed one such birthday party. I arrived in advance of … Continue reading
His Senior Portrait Session
I really enjoy photographing high school seniors. Young men and women have fun posing for their portrait. That enthusiasm often translates into a final image that looks fun and well done. But – not everyone is like that in front … Continue reading
Fireworks photography
Interested in shooting fireworks to celebrate the 4th of July? Here are a couple of helpful hints. Go ahead and leave your camera in automatic. Use a tripod or steady your camera against a fixed object. Use the manual setting, … Continue reading
Photographer To Dance Under The Stars
Photographer, Tom Szabo is participating in a fund raising effort for Family Planning and Lifeline. Both organizations are non-profits in Lake County, Ohio. The fundraiser is “Dancing Under The Stars”. Local celebrity volunteers are teamed up with professional dancers and … Continue reading
Bye, Bye – Photograph
A collage of Cindy. My friends told my wife and I on May 20, 2011 they lost their dear Cindy. Bye, bye – enjoy an eternity of doggy treats.
A Thomas Image Announces Portrait Package Winner.
Sue Muller has just won a portrait package that includes a 1-hour studio sitting and an 8 X 10 color print! The portrait package was a prize offered by A Thomas Image at the Mom’s Nite Out event at Great … Continue reading
Lexi’s Family Portrait Session
If you thought you saw this post before, you’re mistaken. That was Cindy! Although Lexi and Cindy look a lot alike, they’re not the same. Cindy is a Maltese and Lexi is a Maltese-Poodle. Lexi’s Mom (aka owner), wanted to … Continue reading
Studio Photography Coupon!
Follow this link to download an A Thomas Image Photo Bucks coupon worth $25.00. See ya soon! http://www.blog.athomasimage.com/downloads/Photo%20Bucks%20Coupon%2053111.pdf
Photographer’s Booth Wins “Best Of Show”
For the last three years my studio, A Thomas Image, has participated in the Shop Lake County Expo at the Great Lakes Mall in Mentor, Ohio. Each year it’s a struggle to find a theme to pull prospects into the … Continue reading
