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HOW TO GET YOUR PHOTOS PUBLISHED: TIPS 51–60

20/1/2015

 
As a wildlife photographer, you probably dream of seeing your name on a multi-page photo story in a glossy magazine, but it's not always easy to get your work published. I've compiled 76 top tips to help you improve your chances. Here are the next 10...
Tip 51: Every story needs an angle. This is not just a description, but the narrative purpose that drives your story.

Tip 52: Edit your photos. Only put your best work on your website. Don't force an editor to wade through mediocrity to get to the good stuff.

Tip 53: Treat everyone you encounter – in the field and in the office – with respect. It’s a small world and people talk.


Tip 54: Ask about rates. Most mags have fixed rates for photos and won’t budge. Negotiate diplomatically to preserve your relationship.


Tip 55: Don't be aggressive when agreeing publication terms – or the magazine may be wary of working with you again.


Tip 56: Raise your profile. To get ahead you may have to work for free. Evaluate the exposure you'll gain to decide if it's worth it.

Tip 57: Providing a free website gallery may not earn money, but you could promote a talk, tour, book, prints or drive traffic to your site.


Tip 58: Enter photo competitions. It is time-consuming, but if you win a big competition it can be truly life-changing. 


Tip 59: Support a good cause. You will not only get a warm glow, you may also get access to great stories and competition-winning images!


Tip 60: Give talks. This will hone your nose for a story, teach you how to engage audiences and help you to identify your “editorial voice”.
We're nearly at the end of this series now and you're nearly a pro at getting your photos published. So now it's time to make sure you know what NOT to do.

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