by demoviewer | May 27, 2026 | Beyond the Image
In this episode of Beyond the Image, James Patrick breaks down a growing issue within the photography industry: photographers turning overlap into warfare. After receiving messages from a photographer attempting to pull him into a dispute over a project concept, James...
by demoviewer | May 19, 2026 | Beyond the Image
If you’ve spent any time in photography Facebook groups, you’ve seen it. Anonymous posts asking photographers to drop their rates, share their portfolios, and compete publicly for work with almost zero project detail. And photographers… lining up to...
by demoviewer | May 12, 2026 | Beyond the Image
On this episode of Beyond the Image, James Patrick shares some of the most uncomfortable experiences of his photography career and why those moments ultimately led to the biggest opportunities. From flying to New York to pitch portfolio books in the middle of a...
by demoviewer | May 6, 2026 | Beyond the Image
Every May, a new wave of talented creatives enters the market—and here’s the reality: their work is good. Really good. Which means “doing great work” is no longer a differentiator… it’s the baseline. In this episode of Beyond the Image, James...
by demoviewer | Apr 28, 2026 | Beyond the Image
“What are your rates?” It sounds simple, but most photographers fumble this moment and cost themselves money in the process. In this episode, we break down why answering too quickly puts you at a disadvantage and how to take control of the conversation...
by demoviewer | Apr 22, 2026 | Beyond the Image
Should your pricing be public… or is that quietly limiting your business? In this episode, I break down the real impact of listing your rates online. Not just from a convenience standpoint, but from a positioning and revenue perspective. Because while publishing...
