Many thanks to our partners at Printique who gave away (3) an annual Professional Services membership during our recent Live Stream on book creation. There are too many questions in our Chat to answer during the airtime, so stay tuned here. Many thanks for all the questions and follow-up!
Q&A chat
Q: What motivates you Joe?
A: I rightly said “fear” when answering this question. Fear of failure, fear of failure, fear of suddenly realizing I’m not good at anything and everything I’ve done so far has been a scam. Serious. Feeling anxious about never being good enough is easy to see. But that’s not the worst, if you turn that anger into fuel for the fire. The desperate urge to try again. Put the camera shoulder and return to it. Get up from the canvas and meet your opponent again.
Q: Why does a book in hard copy decrease over time?
A: I would argue that printed books will increase in value. It represents something solid, something you can hold onto and quite possibly revere. Nothing against the Internet, Instagram and websites. But for me, there is something special about a picture book. Not just pictures, nor. Touch, the smell of paper, and slow browsing. Hard to do with an overheating computer on your lap.
Q: Joe, you don’t believe there’s anything more intimate and emotional than sharing your stories with pictures when it’s a physical book with your friends and family during a coffee session. get high?
A: Yes! I think the book is a definitive statement of value. You took the time to put these images on paper and edit them to create emotional impact and story continuity. I think there’s nothing more tedious than waiting for someone to find a photo on their phone and move it around.
Q: I want to do my first photo book, but I feel like it will never be ready. Would you recommend just writing a book early in your photography career, learning from it, and moving on?
A: It will never be ready. Your pictures will never be good enough. So just do it. Procrastinating, waiting for the image “is” to avoid bullets. You can look back at this first attempt a few years from now and go, “What am I thinking?” but it will be a sign of skill growth and increase. So yes, just go and do it.
Q: How long do you wait after an event before creating a collection?
A: It depends on the event. If it’s timed and the resulting experience is still raging in your head, attack when the profits are high and the head is hot. Sometimes it’s a practical decision. You have to get it out there before people stop caring about it. People have brief memories, both individually and collectively, as a culture. We will go on. An instant book is a way to intersect that fast-paced aspect of our lives. Then there’s the thoughtful, ruminating approach. Let the images and experiences soak into your head for a bit. Perform retouching of images. Show them to a few people. Experiment with layout. All of that can make for a remarkable tome.
Q: Do you edit your photos for print and share online differently?
A: No, not really. I edited to get the best shot, and left it crumbling. Now there are some considerations, such as for Instagram or something like that. Insta plays images that are too small, you have to choose wisely and have an impact at that display scale.
Q: Do you feel that a certain emotion in some of your images leads you to choose a certain type of paper that you want to use for each book?
A: Yes, this is a great question. I give the example of a book about an infant in the house. Soft lighting, deep emotions, tender approach to the camera, to convey new love and the beautiful presence of new life. As can be said with cream paper, a touch lower on the contrast scale so that the shadows are not too deep and harsh. On the other hand, if you’ve included a rock and roll tour, you can choose glossy paper to bring out drama, color, and intensity.
Q: Is maintaining image brightness and contrast necessary throughout the book?
A: Yes, to put it simply. Images should be edited for continuity. Values that are confusingly different, from picture to picture, can become a confusing experience for the reader and bring them to their attention instead of relating to each editorial message. Frames.
Q: I have created several picture books using a number of different publishers, with varying results. How do you ensure that the images will appear in print just as you see them on your screen?
A: Great question and we got it direct answer from Printique below outside their descriptions on different paper choices….
The best way to make sure the picture matches what’s on the computer are several ways.
- Calibrate your monitor
- Make a series of proofs on the paper of your choice for the book. The image will look different depending on the type of paper you choose and its shade.
Gloss
- Luster is the most popular paper choice for good reason. Classic and beautiful, its colors are rich and vivid with true blacks and pure whites. It is the right paper for portraits and weddings. It has a slight reflective sheen with a very subtle texture.
Shadow
- If you love a smooth and glossy look, you are a fan of high gloss. This distinctive bright and bold paper gives your photos a sleek, modern look. Saturated colors and vibrant whites. Glossy offers the widest range of colors and textures, but it’s also quite glaring and can leave fingerprints. Rest assured; it’s a pretty durable paper and you can usually wipe off fingerprints easily. This is also perfect for smaller images, like your 4×6 and Instagram images because it offers a lot of punch in a small package.
Blur
- Ideal for those with considerable photography experience and appreciate artistic images. This paper has excellent color reproduction but little to no reflectivity and a smooth texture. Not recommended for work with dense shadows and lots of black. One thing to consider is that matte paper doesn’t have as much contrast as glossy paper. This is best for larger portraits. It makes a statement while being subtle and there will be no glare.
Silk
- The newest addition to the print family is silk. It’s a paperback for those who want a subtle texture with a vintage touch. It has a thicker weight and soft reflectivity with a smooth texture similar to vinyl.
Metal
- Sometimes, you need your photos to shine! Metallic paper has a unique shiny finish for stunning impact and depth. Our most impressive paper for color that pops right into print and black and white that sparkles and shines! Its surface is smooth and reflective. This article does a bit more than the rest, but the dispersion is justified when you see the results. If you are curious to try it, you can always email [email protected] for paper samples.
Deep blur
- You will love this article and what it has to offer. This one is also a bit more expensive than the others, but it is well worth it for its uniqueness and aesthetic appeal. Deep matte has a smooth, silky, non-reflective surface. It is soft to the touch and offers a gallery look. It doesn’t work well with dense shadows and lots of black. Images with natural light and soft tones work best with deep blur.
Hope the above is helpful. Thanks again to everyone who tuned in during the Livestream to have a chat about the importance of picture books!
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