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to settle in the United States in 2000. Says Neil, “I love photography for a variety of reasons. The stimulation and excitement of responding to new situations satisfies both my analytical and creative sides, and I also truly love working with people. I get real pleasure from sharing the happiness with the people that I photograph and knowing that I’m creating images that will evoke wonderful memories for a lifetime.” His “Planet Neil” web site (www.planetneil.com) has become a popular destination for photographers seeking information on the latest equipment and techniques. He is also the author of two popular books: On-Camera Flash Techniques for Digital Wedding and Portrait Photographers and On-Camera Flash Techniques for Digital Wedding and Portrait Photographers (both from Amherst Media).

J. D. Wacker (www.photosbyjd.com). J. D. Wacker, the product of four generations of professional photographers, is a PPA affiliated juror, approved photographic imaging instructor, and a Kodak Mentor. In the course of career he has earned numerous awards, including the Senior Photography International Gold Medal of Achievement (2008), the PPA Imaging Excellence Award Medal (2007), and the SPI Senior Choice award (2005). He has received Kodak’s Gallery Award seven times, Fuji’s Masterpiece Award six times, and WPPA’s Best of Show Award four times. He is a member of Kodak’s Digital Focus Group and the Adobe Advisory Panel. Besides his photographic degrees, he also holds a bachelor’s degree in business administration with an emphasis in marketing. He is the author of Master Posing Guide for Professional Portrait Photographers and Master Guide for Photographing High School Seniors, both from Amherst Media.

James Williams (www.jameswilliamsphotography.com). James Williams and his wife Cathy operate a successful wedding, family, and high-school senior portrait business. They also photograph sports leagues and hold high school senior contracts. James is certified through the Professional Photographers of America and the Professional Photographers of Ohio. In 2001, he was inducted into the prestigious Society of Professional Photographers of Ohio. In 2002, he was elected president of the Society of Northern Ohio Professional Photographers. Based in Cleveland, this organization has over seventy-five members. In February of 2004, James earned the Accolade of Photographic Mastery from Wedding Portrait Photographers International. He is one of only eight Ohio photographers to hold this degree. In 2005, he earned his Craftsman degree from the Professional Photographers of America and earned the Accolade of Outstanding Photographic Achievement from Wedding Portrait Photographers International. He lectures several times a year at various photography organizations’ events and presents lighting, posing, and marketing seminars at his studio. He is the author of the popular book How to Create a High-Profit Photography Business in Any Market, now in its second edition from Amherst Media.

Bibliographical References

1. Wacker, J. D. Master Guide for Photographing High School Seniors. Amherst Media, 2009. Page 42.

2. Perkins, Michelle. Professional Portrait Posing: Techniques and Images from Master Photographers. Amherst Media, 2007. Page 80.

3. Earnest, Allison. Sculpting with Light®: Techniques for Portrait Photographers. Amherst Media, 2009. Page 40.

4. Wacker, J. D. Master Guide for Photographing High School Seniors. Amherst Media, 2009. Page 42.

5. Perkins, Michelle. Professional Portrait Posing: Techniques and Images from Master Photographers. Amherst Media, 2007. Page 72.

6. Smith, Jeff. Corrective Lighting, Posing and Retouching Techniques for Digital Portrait Photographers, 3rd. Ed. Amherst Media, 2010. Page 57.

7. Williams, James.How to Create a High-Profit Photography Business in Any Market. Amherst Media, 2011. Page 28.

8. Tucci, Damon. Step-by-Step Wedding Photography: Techniques for Professional Photographers. Amherst Media, 2009. Page 98.

9. Tucci, Damon. Step-by-Step Wedding Photography: Techniques for Professional Photographers.