Hi All

in a previous life, I was a newspaper photographer, supplying photos to publications around the borders, East Lothian, Midlothian and Edinburgh, Scotland.  Whilst the market for this type of photography is much reduced, I still do it occasionally and more importantly, I think it has helped me greatly in my event and conference photography commissions around Scotland.

Here are a few reasons why it has helped me and these can also be interpreted as tips for the aspiring newspaper photographer:

1. You need to work fast and react to a very tight timetable.  I was often asked to attend numerous football and rugby games all happening at the same time, after a morning of other photoshoots on my daily rota

2. You need to be able to photograph a variety of different subjects in a short space of time ie sport, gala days, neighbour disputes, architecture

3. You have to be able to adapt to using limited equipment, you cant lug around lots of gear or risk leaving it in your car all the time

4. You have to be good with people, ie accommodate them, listen and try to get the best out of them, use your charm and humour

5. You must edit and send the photos as soon as possible, if not on the go through wifi, then immediately when you get home.  There is not time for complicated editing either, keep it simple

Anyway, hope these help, more to come in the future.

Until next time, stay safe.

Kind Regards

Colin

www.colinwrightphotography.co.uk

www.edinburghphotographer.com