May 20

The Passage of Time [60 Second Landscape Results]

Hey friends, Erik here with the results from the 60 Second Landscape challenge I issued a two weeks ago today. We were blown away by the volume and quality of your entries, and we're excited to show you our 4 favorites. Chase's personal fav is above, 3 other freshies after the jump. Hit 'continue reading' Continue reading
Mar 31

Models Know Best: What It Takes to Be A Great Photographer

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Hi everyone. Scott here. Ever wonder what the models and athletes you’re shooting are thinking?  No, the answer is not: nothing.  Contrary to popular stereotype, most of these people are bright and driven and are working hard on their end of the camera.  I know, it looks easy, but that’s the trick, the good ones always make it look easy.  Well, I’m no fashion model, but I have spent enough time on the sharp end... read more ›
Oct 27

Chase Jarvis LIVE from NYC with Special Guests [Thursday 10/28]

Friends: Just a reminder that we're broadcasting chasejarvisLIVE here in NYC Thursday 10/28 (that's either tomorrow or TODAY depending on where you are in the world...!). We're coming LIVE at you from the main stage at the PDN Photo Plus Expo. I'll be delivering the keynote address....and more importantly, I'll be bringing some amazing guests (see below) with me for a live panel (complete with Q & A from a worldwide audience via my twitter... read more ›
Oct 13

Photo Plus Keynote Address: ChaseJarvis LIVE (talking Creativity…)

Friends: I am indeed giving the keynote address at this years big PDN Photo Plus Expo in NYC on October 28th. And...drumroll....we're bringing it to you LIVE on the internets... WHAT: chasejarvis LIVE - Keynote from Photo Plus WHO: You, me, and some kick ass special guests WHERE: Javits Center NYC...or....online at http://www.chasejarvis.com/LIVE WHEN: October 28th - 11:30am EDT Love to meet you in person at the show or, of course, tune in... read more ›
Oct 12

Levi’s Photo Workshop: A Community Photography Collaboration Venue

Levi's recognizes that photography is absolutely a core component of a new era of creativity. Here's proof: check out their newest project, The Levi's Photo Workshop. It's a community photography collaboration venue located in central Manhattan (18 Wooster St. btwn Canal and Grand). Think free studio space, free camera rentals (even vintage), and a collaborative workspace. Levi's Joshua Katz says this project is... "...a way for Levi’s to offer a unique experience based around creativity... read more ›
Sep 30

Key to Creativity is Error Recovery, Not Failure Avoidance

If you're doing something that's never been done before, how can you make the perfect plan? Whether it's an art concept, a picture, a business model, or a meal: you can't. Innovation, by definition, has no road map. Important: the same goes with creativity. That's why I like people who "do" and fail, a helluva lot more than people who just sit around and talk about it. Randy Nelson of Pixar says it... read more ›
Aug 16

Is Inspiration Killing Creativity?

"The reality is that it's easier to be inspired than it is to create an original idea and we are hardwired to take the path of least resistance. It's easier to jump onto a design inspiration gallery site than it is to sit down with a blank sheet of paper and a pencil. It's easier to follow a pattern than it is to test-drive new options. It's easier to copy a style or idea that... read more ›