Scrapbooking is my hobby and my money pit. I’m becoming better at it, in part because I’ve been reading the tips in the Photography blog and am shooting better pictures. Better photos make for better pages.
People who take their photography seriously are constant students of the art. They take a lot of photos, attend classes and workshops, read, and study on their own. Raw talent only takes you so far. If you are one of those with a good eye, but still needing to hone your talent, a subscription to one of the photography magazines is a good idea.
If you’re like me, you have to choose carefully which magazines you buy — what subscriptions are worth the price, and which ones do you actually receive value from. The only time you needn’t weigh the value is when the subscription is free! Right now, Popular Photography & Imaging (they added the imaging to keep up with computer technology) has a free one-year subscription running.
Popular Photography & Imaging is one of the leading photography magazines for a reason. They offer not only information, but instruction on techniques and technology. My favorite area is where they review equipment. I’m unlikely to run out and spend a lot of money on peripherals, but if I know what to look for, I can keep an eye out for a deal.
You might wonder how they can offer their magazine for free? First, they’re hoping you like what you see and continue with the subscription. Secondly, the company they’re using to fulfill the offer is gathering information to send you other offers. I have a separate email account that I use for online fulfillment. That way my everyday mail doesn’t get lost among the solicitations and deals. You don’t need a credit card for this subscription, so there’s no way you’ll be charged. It’s absolutely free.
Link to Popular Photography Free Subscription