Posts by Author: JP Danko
JP Danko is a commercial photographer based in Toronto, Canada. JP
can change a lens mid-rappel, swap a memory card while treading water, or use a camel as a light stand.
How To Become A Wedding Photographer In 10 Easy Steps – Photographers Hate This
Jun 23, 2018
JP Danko
Starting a career as a wedding photographer is EASY – all you have to do is follow these 10 EASY STEPS TO BECOME A WEDDING…
Is losing your camera the worst end to a trip ever?
Jun 9, 2018
JP Danko
My family and I recently returned from a week-long early spring backcountry camping trip. This trip involved canoeing in snow squalls and an extended portage…
Do not submit user generated content to brands or marketers – know your rights
Jun 2, 2018
JP Danko
Brands and marketers are increasingly reaching out to social media users for “user generated content” (UGC). Usually, you will receive a friendly request from the…
Upleap Review – Instagram Tool Promises to Grow Organic Followers and Engagement
May 19, 2018
JP Danko
Instagram is becoming more and more relevant to photography and video clients, to the point where a respectable Instagram following is part of how clients…
This Photo of Trump is Hilarious – And Why An Ultrawide Lens Might Not Be Your Best Choice
May 10, 2018
JP Danko
I came across this photo of US President Donald Trump today and I laughed so hard coffee was coming out of my nose. Here we…
Smartphone Vs Camera – Why Is This Still A Problem?
May 7, 2018
JP Danko
It’s 2018 and it blows my mind that we still have to choose between using a smartphone camera and a real camera. Why hasn’t a…
DIY Options for Charging Drone Batteries Off-Grid
Apr 29, 2018
JP Danko
If you have a drone, sooner or later you’re going to want to charge your drone battery off-grid. The problem is that drones use big…
Is Flickr Still A Relevant Social Media Outlet? Yes – and You Should Use It!
Apr 22, 2018
JP Danko
Years ago I had a Flickr account – I didn’t use it much and it languished in oblivion until at some point Flickr deleted it….
Signili Review – Invisible Digital Watermark to Protect Your Photos from Copyright Infringement
Apr 15, 2018
JP Danko
If you share your photography online, you know that your images will be re-distributed and re-published without your permission. If you are a professional photographer,…
Underwater Photography In Murky Water – Tips and Tricks
Apr 8, 2018
JP Danko
If you’ve ever tried to photograph a person underwater, you know how important crystal clear water is to producing usable images. I do most of…