First Photos is very fortunate to have three talented and esteemed judges picking the best shots out of all the entries we're receiving here at Push.ca. These judges are Brian Caissie, photo editor of Concrete magazine, Bob Kronbauer, the founder of Clubmumble.com, and Dylan Doubt, photo editor of Color magazine. We asked each judge to share some photography and submission advice with us. Our first installment is with Dylan Doubt. Look for upcoming installments with Brian and Bob over the next two weeks.
What tips or advice do you have for new skate photographers?
Don't be a dick.
Where should photographers look for guidance and advice?
Look up to your elders.
How can a new photographer submitting a photo get noticed by photo editors?
Don't be a dick. Learn how to edit your photographs and shoot with interesting skateboarders.
What was your first published photo? How did you break through to get your foot in the door?
I can't remember... I am going to say that it was Keegan or Quinn. One photo led to another, and then one trip led to another, and before you knew it I had a "career".
Do you have any golden rules for shooting photos that you always follow?
Unless you are French, avoid the Dutch angle. Try and keep it interesting.
How important is having good camera equipment to get good shots?
At one point a decent film camera and high speed black-and-white film was a decent start. Now it's a technological rat race. I say buy Nikon so that you can always carry a simple film camera as back-up. You may have a hard time getting the shutter replaced on your d7hs in Romania, but you can always buy cheap film.
Related:
Check out all the First Photos entries here.
Read an interview with Color Magazine editor Sandro Grison here.