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 31: Be interesting. What every magazine wants is to sell more copies, so ask yourself how your photos can help them do that.
Tip 32: Build relationships with key editorial contacts. Getting published can be all about who you know.
Tip 33: Tailor your story. Don’t assume that one size fits all. Adapt your story angle to the readership and priorities of the magazine.
Tip 34: Getting published is not just about photos; patience, persistence and a willingness to study the magazine's needs are what count.
Tip 35: Ask your friends. Ask other photographers if they have had success pitching to that mag before and, if so, how they approached them.
Tip 36: Get personal. Putting a face to a name can make the difference between getting an answer to your photography pitch – or not.
Tip 37: Introduce yourself. If the magazine is based in another country, you may need to build your relationships remotely. There's never a good time to phone – email is best!
Tip 38: Avoid the hard sell. Ask if the editor minds you sending over a few shots/ideas every so often and what format they prefer.
Tip 39: Stay in touch. Once or twice a year, send your stand-out shots with a friendly message. People do business with people they like.
Tip 40: Meet up. Identify key contacts on the publications you wish to target and arrange to meet them at the next big photography event.
Tip 32: Build relationships with key editorial contacts. Getting published can be all about who you know.
Tip 33: Tailor your story. Don’t assume that one size fits all. Adapt your story angle to the readership and priorities of the magazine.
Tip 34: Getting published is not just about photos; patience, persistence and a willingness to study the magazine's needs are what count.
Tip 35: Ask your friends. Ask other photographers if they have had success pitching to that mag before and, if so, how they approached them.
Tip 36: Get personal. Putting a face to a name can make the difference between getting an answer to your photography pitch – or not.
Tip 37: Introduce yourself. If the magazine is based in another country, you may need to build your relationships remotely. There's never a good time to phone – email is best!
Tip 38: Avoid the hard sell. Ask if the editor minds you sending over a few shots/ideas every so often and what format they prefer.
Tip 39: Stay in touch. Once or twice a year, send your stand-out shots with a friendly message. People do business with people they like.
Tip 40: Meet up. Identify key contacts on the publications you wish to target and arrange to meet them at the next big photography event.
There are still plenty more tips to come next week. Now you have made a good first impression on your target magazine, it's time to sell them your story.