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Business Plan Rough Draft

I would want my business to be centered on either concert photography (which could also include event photography in general). If I were to do concert photography, I would basically have bands hire me to either attend their concerts when they are in town, or to go on tour with them and be their personal photographer. I would also take promo photos and portraits for bands. This could either be within my own business or I could work for a publication. I would like to be based in Austin, seeing as the music scene is extremely big, and it would be easier for me to get gigs. Some main events I would be shooting are ACL, SXSW, and all of the other fun Austin music festivals.

Equipment wise I would need to purchase a few things in order to get some quality shots. I already own a 50mm lens and a DSLR camera (duh). 50mm lenses are really good for when you are just starting out as a concert photographer. Some lenses I would need to purchase that would be very beneficial to my career are a 24-70mm, 70-200mm, and 16-35mm. I would probably end up purchasing another camera, so that I could carry two around my neck to maximize the amount of great shots I get. With two cameras I would also be able to put a long distance lens on one and a shorter distance lens on the other so I could get a better variety of pictures, and be ready for any action that may take place. I would also purchase a good pair of ear plugs, seeing as running around in front of booming speakers 24/7 may not be the best for my hearing. The best recommended ear plugs are Downbeats (Long stem version), and they are also good for people who are on a budget. I would also purchase a new camera strap, probably one of the harness variety so that I can attack two cameras to it and also ensure that it won't fall off on me! The HoldFast Gear Money Maker is a recommended brand, as it has a high-grade leather harness that is put on backpack style, and is designed to hold two cameras near your hips. A portable flash system may also be helpful for backstage portrait work. A recommended one is the Elinchrom Ranger Quadra. I would also need to purchase a lot of memory cards with maximum storage, as I would be taking tons and tons of photos at these events. I'd also need a better camera bag, maybe one that is like a backpack so that I can better transport all of my gear.

At concert events I would always carry around some business cards to hand out to anyone interested. It would be a good way to get my name out there some more. I would need to go to quite a few concerts throughout the year to make enough money, and probably hold a separate day job or expand myself to other photography services like weddings, product photography, etc. The average annual salary for concert photographers is $100-$250 per shot/event, and the general salary range is about $0-$2000 per event. I would want to go to around 15 concerts per year. That sounds like a lot, but to be honest I would probably end up going to more! And, if I was touring with an band, I would end up going to around 30+ shows.

My preparations for a shoot would most likely be different every time depending on the type of shoot I'm doing. If I was shooting a live performance, I would do some research in advance and look at other photos from that artists concerts to get an idea of what the lighting and stage setup will look like. If I were doing a backstage or setup shoot I would spend time researching the personality of the artist. This would be very beneficial to the actual shoot and would help me take better photos if I already have somewhat of an idea to tailor to.

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Tintypes, also known as ferrotypes, were patented in 1856 by an Ohio chemistry professor named Hamilton Smith. The tintype was not a relatively new method, but it was derived from previously existing commercial processes, and is really just an evolution of them. Creating a tintype consisted of practically the same process used to create ambrotypes, where the surface used for the image was glass. However, with tintypes, the image surfaces were not glass, but instead iron (despite the name). Tintypes are iron plates that have been coated with a black lacquer. This lacquer allowed for a smooth tonal surface on which the image was able to be developed, and simultaneously prevented the iron from rusting. The tintype was also more commonly called the ferrotype in its time. The name ferrotype was derived from the word ferrous, which is the name of iron in chemistry. These images were also called melainotypes, which was a variation of the melano prefix, meaning dark or black, for tintypes typically exhibited great detail on a varied gray background. Their average size was usually about 2.5 by 3.5”, however, various sized were able to be produced, some even as small as postage stamps. Initially, tintypes were presented in ornate cases with pressed metal borders, but later ost were displayed in decorative card sleeves, specially designed albums, or even let loose. The emulsion, or lacquer, on the tintypes was relatively sensitive and often scratched due to mishandling and carelessness. Tintypes were more simple than other methods, and were easier to produce from an economical standpoint. The invention of the tintype further enhanced the reality of photography to the public. Following their invention, the photography business boomed and made family portraiture more accessible and affordable to the average person. Photography studios were able to use cameras mounted with multiple lenses to enable them to produce up to a dozen exposures on a single plate. The tintype had the most successful and longest run of all the 19th century photographic processes in history. Although their popularity was later overcome by the introduction of paper images in the 1860s, tintypes were still produced until the early 1900s.

The process starts by getting the actual exposure. The subjects are typically asked not to smile because the exposure takes such a long time. The plate the image is on is usually glass or aluminum, and the image is developed using a mixture of iron, vinegar, and alcohol, which is stopped with water. The plate is dried over an oil lamp, using lavender oil, alcohol, and gum sandarac seal in order to give the image and aromatic seal, so it doesn't reek of chemicals.

I like this image because her face and the hair falling in it is so clear and sharp, and then the rest is all foggy, and I think it just looks super stunning!

I really like the spottiness of this photo, and how odd it it. I think the shadows in it are really interesting and add to a kind of eerie tone.

This image is super pretty, and I like the texture of the background and along the outsides of the plate.

The texture of the image is so gorgeous, and i like the white gash going across his lip. I'm pretty sure it's just the way the photo developed, but i think it looks super cool!

Again, the clarity of the face and the fogginess of the rest of the photo is super stunning here.

I like the development of this photo. The outside makes it look super dated, and the shadows are super pretty.

I like the odd clarity of this one. His eyes are super sharp, and his nose and the sides of his face are foggy, which just makes it look more dynamic and super cool.

Not sure if it's just the glare or not, but the plate on this one looks super cool as well. I like the streaks in the upper left hand corner.

I love the clarity and texture here. You can see all the fine details of his beard along with the texture of his skin which is awesome.

The background for this photo is what makes it so cool. I love how muggy it is towards the center and then how it all fades to black.

I want my tintype to be of someone close to me, because I know that I will keep this forever, and I'd like it to be someone I cherish. Since my younger brother, Otto, goes to school here, I think he'd be my best bet. He has freckles across his nose too, which I think would add some really cool texture, and look super nice with the tintype. I''d want it to be a close up of his face, with a serious expression on it, and I'd probably make him wear a solid black shirt. If I didn't use him, I'd probably do my best friend Hope and the same rules would apply as I mentioned before.