Why do you want to teach knife makers and collectors your secrets of knife photography?
Good questions. When I began photographing knives, I felt every knife maker, scrimshaw artist and engraver should have a record of every knife or gun they make, engrave or carve. You should be able to show customers and potential customers everything you can do. I want to teach each one of you how to easily photography your own work. As I visit with makers and other artist around the country, they usually show me a terrible collection of photographs they have taken of their work. I don't want you to have bad photographs of your knives .... anymore! Also, I believe you will still have your best work photographed professionally.
How do I know you can teach me?
I have been teaching people to make better photographs since 1979, and I can teach you! Remember, you learned to make knives, I know you can learn to make photos, in a couple of hours! Especially with me teaching you!
Do I need a lot of expensive equipment?
No! Any SLR 35mm camera will work. Or you can use a digital camera. If you don't have one, I will show you where you can find one for a couple hundred dollars or less. And what kind to buy. In the video you will learn to use window light, electronic flash and photoflood lights.
What if I want to learn more advanced techniques?
You will learn basic, intermediate and advanced techniques. From Window light to multiple professional electronic flash situations. From basic 35mm to professional equipment. There is even a special section in the workbook on digital cameras, computers and web sites.
How do I know you know what your are doing?
I have worked for some of the top knife makers in the country, David Broadwell, Justin Bridges, Roger Clark, Bob Charlie Dake, Harvey Dean, Paul Easler, Russell Easler, Jerry Fisk, RM Green, Tim Hancock, Chubby Hueske, Jarell Lambert, Mike Lovett, Tommy McKissack, Bob Merchant, Bob Mertz, Greg Neel, Piltdown Productions, Robert Rippy, Steven Rapp, Jerry Stone, JW Townsend, Trav Winn, Wally Watts, Paul Zinsmeister, just to name a few! I have had hundreds of my knife photographs published in every major knife publication. I have had cover shots on Knife Illustrated and my own section in Fighting Knives.
Will my photographs be good enough for publication?
Yes, there is no reason you can't submit your photographs for publication. If you follow the instructions carefully, you will be able to produce images that will rival professional photography.
Will I be able to do it quickly and easily?
Of course! That is the whole point! The learning system is designed to take you step by step, from camera selection, film, backgrounds, props, and how to light your knife or gun. If your already have a camera and know basically how to use it, within an hour or two and as little as $10 in materials, you will be able to make knife photographs using only window light. Or if you want to get a little more involved in a three hours and about $50 in materials you will be able to build a professional lighting box (complete plans included) Then add a light and stand for about $160, less on ebay, you will easily photograph your knives with great results.
Your guarantee, from my 29 years of experience!
You're right, the best equipment and film can't insure great knife photographs. You have to know how! You have to know the secrets. I know them and will tell them to you.
So what do I get?
Knowledge and information, a learning system that includes a 70 minute video tape a 40 page workbook, complete plans to build a lighting box, the secret to easy knife photography, and if you act now, you will receive a certificate good for Free Technical Support.
Plus an unconditional guarantee! I guarantee that:
The Big One!
How much is all of this going cost?
That is the best news of all! For less than the cost of having one knife photographed professionally, you can learn to photograph your knives yourself. The complete system is regularly priced at $79, but the Web Site special is only $39
This is perfect for collectors. You need to document every knife in your collection! NOW! Great for insurance and great for trying to sell your knives.
E-mail me at dougbox@aol.com