Happy Birthday at 100 Years!

Today I enjoyed making a few portraits of a lady (Geri) who has her 100th birthday this week. 100 years old! Or 100 years young? She is a nice woman and a strong woman with a sly sense of humor. She laughs, she smiles, she is a sharp cookie and trong in spirit and strong in will. Her son (74) told me she is “tough as nails.” She is a cancer survivor (major operation), and has survived a serious heart attack.

She traveled alone and took a tramp steamer to Yugoslavia when she was 67. She grew up in Iowa, but has traveled to the Far East and Europe. I asked her if she had any unfulfilled wishes to see a place or do a thing. She reflected on that and then answered: “No, I have lived a good life and am satisfied.” Remarkably, she lives by herself in her own home (since her 50s when her husband died) and she still gets around (walking herself to the car etc.). She gardens and is proud of her home and garden, saying it is the nicest yard in the neighborhood. I asked her about the key to her longevity and she simply smiled and said: “I walk a lot, and always have all my life…I used to walk 5 miles everyday to work.”

I could see she is a strong woman, so I asked her if she had a weakness for anything.

She thought a few seconds and replied with a smile: “Dark Chocolate.”

I am told she plays a mean game of cards (poker or bridge) and has a lot of what Westerners (people who live in the Western USA) call “Grit.” I admire her and enjoyed spending time with her.

I would like your help. Her birthday is this week. If you are inspired by her and would write a few words of birthday greetings for her, I will pass those to her later this week when I join her at her birthday party. And IF you want to send her some Dark Chocolate as a gift, contact me and I will give you an address where you can send it.

© 2012, Steadman. All rights reserved. No photos from this site may be used for any purposes, including display on another website, without prior written approval of the artist, Steadman Uhlich.

Thank you for the time and the spirit you put in this photography forum, enhancing not only the photographer’s work but also the dialog on the art approach. Your eye, your technical skills, your friendly tone of voice helped many of the members, and I’m one of them.

And because you like french words, I will say :

Lorsqu’on marche en poussant les cailloux sur le chemin et qu’on ne soulève que de la poussière, on s’interroge sur l’utilité de la marche, des cailloux et même du chemin. On s’assied alors un peu désespéré.

Bien qu’il soit un inconnu, il est déja un ami, ce voyageur venu de loin, qui prend le temps de s’asseoir à nos côtés, nous chante les beautés du chemin et nous apprend à marcher sur les nuages.

When walking by pushing the stones on the path and that it raises as dust, one wonders about the utility of the march, rocks and even the way. It sits a little bit desperate.

Although it is unknown, he is already a friend, the friends come from afar, who takes the time to sit with us, we sing the beauties of the road and we learn to walk on the clouds.

Merci Steady

Yves

Steady is our Mentor from afar.

The soothing voice of gentle criticism mixed with inspiration and hope for the improvement of our craft. There are so many comments I have read which, while not directed at me or my work, have helped me to see ‘better’ than I would have before.

Steady is a TRUE example of the type of kind soul and passionate fellow photographer that makes boards like this work as they are intended.

By sharing a view, a comment, or a critique in such encouraging and non-confrontational manners, he demonstrates how it really should be done.

In addition to being a better photographer, I feel that he can teach me to be a better mentor when the time comes that I might be one.

Very deep regards and thanks to you Steady!

Norman (Canada)

After reading all the great comments/replies to my pictures, I’d still have to say

His were the most well organized and easy to understand critiques.

Name Withheld

As one of those who lurk and occasionally comment I would like to add my appreciation of Steady too.

I look at all the photos on a post, try to comment on them in my own head and then try to compare to Steady’s opinion. I have learned so much from his constructive advice, thank you.

Seren

UK

I have been here (on another forum) for a year or so…it took me a while to get Steady and see how nice of a person he really is…and that

he truly just has a different eye on images then a lot of us do.

He always catches things that would take an image from good to great or from OK to great…

I think this community owes him a huge thanks for all the contribution and all the time he has put in here…

Sam

I just wanted to say thank you for all the time that you spend mentoring. I haven’t had a lot of time to spend on (the other photography community) the last few months because I just had a new baby and I’m still working at photography when I can carve out the time. Anyway,

you have always encouraged me and others to learn to use natural light,

and challenged me to get my exposures and white balance right the first time and not rely on fixing it later with Lightroom.

Last night, I had a family photo shoot and I will admit I do love to use a little bit of fill flash and have gotten pretty handy with it but

last night both of my flashes had the batteries die and I didn’t have spares.

But thanks to you- since I’ve learned to use available light and the amazing white foam board( which is also now a staple in my studio) I wasn’t stressed at all.

I just used my camera and the sun. I think they turned out well and I think my clients will be happy. So, thanks again for all the time you spend helping others out.

You’ve helped me to become a better photographer and certainly saved me a world of stress last night.

Teresa

He is great. I still have a lot to learn and

every time he posts I feel like I learn a bit more.

Todd

As an almost full time lurker I feel I have to break my silence and agree with the overall sentiment being posted here.

His thoughtful and well composed comments and critique are wonderful to read as well as being instructional and inspirational for many like me…

Edward

From a long time lurker, I cannot express how helpful his comments have been to me. My every day ritual is to check these posts and see what else I can learn from him. I’m sure he has no idea how many he has helped.

I agree…..group hug!

Heartland

I’ve seen many of Steady’s (critiques) and appreciate the thought, care and insights that go into them.

Thanks, Steady.

Adam

Even from just reading what he says about others photos I have learned a lot about photographing people.

Jax

Cheers to the time spent offering help to myself and others.

Name Withheld (Canada)

Ditto, many times over. Steady is a hero to everyone who wants to learn.

Don

Steady exemplifies the best of what can be found…straightforward helpful advice for those trying to improve.

Thank you Steady,

John

(Steadman) has provided good insight and has been a big help. I appreciate his help and kind attitude.

David

Steadman has shown a great deal of skill, knowledge, kindness, patience and dedication to helping us all improve.

Brian

You are a jewel to the (photo community) my friend. ALWAYS genuine and clearly a great hearted human being.

Sam

Often said, scarcely more aptly than here, Steadman is truly a gentleman and a scholar.

Cal

Steady, your comments and suggestions show your real concern for others.

Your comments and suggestions don’t turn off but motivate and excite one to improve and do better.

I have taken your comments and suggestions to heart and thank you.

Richard

Steady represents the kind of online friend to which we should all aspire.

Doug

Agree with the sentiments above.

He can certainly foster mature dialogue in midst of disagreement.

Nij

Steady is what this (photo community) is all about, or should be all about.

He provides positive and insightful critique to help others improve. He does it with a polite, caring and helpful attitude and imparts his vast knowledge of photography and technique.

He may not always like the photo he is critiquing but he finds a gentle way to tell the poster what he thinks could improve the photo be it lighting, posing, background or a myriad of other helpful suggestions.

When a poster disagrees with him, he doesn’t take it personally and is the first to admit that his taste is sometimes isn’t in tune with the poster.

He expresses a desire to learn more about the reasons for the photo (i.e. the story behind it) so he can better appreciate what the poster is trying to convey.

His recent series of “Impressions” made many of us think about the person in his posting and what it said to us as photographers. 

I look forward to his replies and suggestions and try to absorb as much as I can from his professional and helpful advice.

Bob

I agree with all the comments in this thread, Steady is a pillar on the (photo community).

Rob

What a blessing you are.

Herman (Uganda)

Steady is just about as genuine as they come. I truly appreciate his approach along with his artistic and creative, professional ability.

Name Withheld

Steady is THE BEST! I’ve gained so much insight from him.

Tim

Thank you for the insight, Steady! It is always appreciated.

Malone

When you look at his photo, you feel the warmth of a friend (his eyes are sincere), a close friend.

His words of encouragement and criticizm are helpful and made with nothing but love for his craft and to help others better themselves.

I would love to meet him and buy him a drink.

Name Withheld

I appreciate ALL his words! Criticism coming from him is PERFECT and delivered nicely.

Matt

A true asset… I appreciate the time you take giving careful well thought comments… Even though they may not have been in one of my posts I have learned a ton…

Name Withheld

Yeah Steady! We have a completely different style, but your comments have been extremely helpful.

Rian

Wow…this is great and well deserved. I also want to thank you Steady for your contributions to this (photo community) and to me personally. You have proven very helpful for me in the past year as I have begun to explore photography more seriously.

Jon

Careful, measured, knowlegeable and appreciated.

Tim

Steadman does more for the forums and the people that frequent these forums than anyone else. His perspective is always refreshing / professional / detailed / and sometimes inspiring.

Anthony

Want to let you know that I have learned so much by reading your suggestions. You obviously put time into your responses and you do it in a non-threatening way that lets everyone learn.

Jeff

Your comments have been very helpful and cause me to think. I really appreciate your insight.

Name Withheld

I am always astounded by your awesome critiques.

You are the kind of person that make this (photo community) great.

Name Withheld

I have been totally blown away by your C&C (critiques and comments) on this forum.

Your critique is simply amazing.

Your thoughts are well organized, comments well written and advice given in the most non-offensive and constructive terms possible.

And your advice is always thoughtful and helpful. I felt compelled to send you a PM and let you know how much I really appreciate those posts

Dave

I think that Steady’s insights have helped me to dig much deeper into portrait and even street photography.

I think the highest honor would be to watch him in a studio for a day just to see his approach, interaction with the subject and then see the results.

I would think that it would be better than a college degree in photography!

Rich

I often read his posts after taking some time to examine the photo, and I am amazed at how much more he sees in the photo than I do. 

A perfect example of encouraging and constructive critique.

JP

When I first posted (photos on a forum), I was worried about critiques and criticism. I wanted honesty but did not want to be cut up.

What happened was Steady’s responses have been more then beneficial, they are examples that I think we all not only learn more about photography, from his critiques but from his example, we learn respect for each others opinions and how to share them.

Stan

You’ve been a class act since the beginning.

Paul

Steady, I didn’t really understand why a thread was created in tribute to you, but now I understand.

I really appreciate your thoughtful and thorough comments and now realize how a little bit of background or history can go a long way in appreciating an image.

Mike

I must say it was such a pleasure to see that you (write) such wonderfully thoughtful and concise words to people looking for input.

You have a gentle style which combined with your wisdom makes for a very receptive environment for people to come and not be ashamed or intimidated to post their work.

just wanted to give you a big “thank you” and let you know that your caring input is greatly appreciated.

I am not sure enough people tell you how much your input means to this (photography community), so I want to make sure I did.

Zak

I am writing because I wanted to personally say thank you for all of the help that you have given people like me on the boards.

I constantly learn from your posts and explanations.

Name Withheld

I think you are a true asset…and I’ve learned a lot just by reading your feedback to others.

You’ve helped me indirectly with all the positive comments you post on others work that is directed to help them see what they have potentially done wrong…then how to turn that around next time and really capture a beautiful image.

Jeremy

I genuinely feel honored that you take the time to respond in such a way. When I see your images I feel I have a level to aim for. Your work is an inspiration to me, and to others, and without sounding too sycophantic I think it would be a real honour to visit your gallery and view your art. I feel proud to be able to participate in your Impressions series. Thanks to you for allowing me to be a part of it.

Gary
UK

Thank you for the positive and useful comments you provide. Your work is amazing.

Teresa

I think I speak for a lot of folks here when I say your thoughts and input to the forum are a tremendous plus for everyone.

In truth I am impressed by the knowledge, detail and length of your replies, I am humbled yet inspired by your comments.

I and my photographic skills, as well as this board are better because you have taken the time and effort to share your wisdom. You have great communication skills.

Steve

I am continually amazed by the insightful, comprehensive and honest Critiques and Comments that you offer others …as it is a wonderful source of help to others (like myself) with less experience.

Your C&C stands out from the rest as truly exceptional.

Dave

I am one person who recognizes your kind, thoughtful and very helpful comments.

I really enjoy your professional insight and willingness to share.

A big ‘thanks’ to you.

Jeff

I am what some refer to as a “lurker” on the forum. However, I have and will continue to learn from looking and “listening”. I thank and compliment you on the comments you offer.

You do so with style and class in addition to exhibiting a wonderful insight into photography and the photographic process.

My sincere thanks.

Name Withheld

Just truly wanted to say

your comments help so much and you say them in a polite way.

thanks again for being so kind and helpful.

Name Withheld

I’ll admit, it took me a little while to figure out if Steady was ‘for real’.

I figured that no one could be that nice of a guy. Well, I was wrong. I think it is very clear that Steady is as genuine as they come.

I personally love his presence here! A true asset to our community!

Here’s to you Steady!

Chuck

I enjoy seeing your work. Your input is well thought out and meant to be helpful. One aspect I do appreciate is the simple elegance of your photographs and equipment. This serves, as a reminder to me that good equipment is only one component; you need skill, eye for detail and a passion for the art.

Name Withheld

I have seen all your impressions…You have a wonderful style and approach,

Gill

I always appreciate the time and effort you take to help others.

The knowledge you are sharing with us… is invaluable.

I marvel at the time you take to help others. Keep up your efforts. You help us all!

Karl

Thank you so much for your suggestion on taking pictures of people with dark skin. I really appreciate! You are very warm-hearted and helpful!

Fei

I think your Impressions posts are a wonderful idea and thoroughly enjoy them. I am very much a beginner and don’t feel that I can add much to the forums from a technical point of view, but,

your Impressions (discussions of images) give everybody an opportunity to contribute but just as important they make us think about the images and what mood or feeling you were trying to capture.

Bob

What stands out to me is your aptitude for capturing someone’s essence, if you will, with a very simple image. I think I’ve seen you allude to your striving for simplicity with your work, and I find that sort of simplicity/minimalism very appealing in photography.

You seem to have your style pretty well-refined. I’m very much in the midst of working out my own style and probably still have some basics to learn.

I think I would like to figure out how to make money with it, though in that regard I have hardly a clue where to begin.
I definitely admire your work. I find it interesting that you’re also a painter.

Joseph

I find your work very inspiring and it makes me work harder on my portrait work.

Ken

Since I have been reading your (comments and image critiques) I have started to critique my own photography (mostly Landscape) to the point of improving my enjoyment considerably because I have moved from “that will look cool” to ” what do I want to say about this ” which means that I get more involved in my images.

I do not answer or comment very much as most of the time my reaction is “that’s cool” or ” that doesn’t get me” without really understanding why. By following your questions and comments I am starting to understand my why. Thank you.

Peter
New Zealand

There are so many great photos, I like them very much.

Leon
Poland

I must first commend you on your contributions to the (photography forums).

Your friendly tone and always tactful advice and critiques are what I endeavor to imitate. Thank you for your persistence and patience.

Tim

Your calm constructive comments are always welcome.

Burk

I really appreciate all of your comments on everyone’s work. You are a legend…

Matt

I have always admired your work and your opinion. Thank you so much for your input.

I will certainly remember your advice.

Derek

What wonderful work you do!

It is easy to make the cute kids or the gorgeous model look good, but it so much more important to capture the character of the person no matter the age, the gender, race or nationality. You have succeeded in that end.
I am flattered to have such a wonderful photographer take the time to offer me suggestions.

Kathy

I’ve always been a lurker on (the forums and) hoping to learn and better myself in photography.

It is an inspiration to see your work and admirable that you share your knowledge and skills to help others.

If everyone can be a contributor like you, the world would be a better place.

Ed
Australia

You are a huge contributor in the forums…I am always learning from your comments man…

Sam

I just want to thank you.

You have given me a stronger drive.

I think you are very compassionate.

Charlotte

Thank you Steadman. To even get a comment from you I consider the greatest compliment. Seriously,

whenever you comment I read with interest because of the depth of thought you put in.

Probably the biggest difference between yourself and us is that we see something and try and make it work as a photo, whereas you will think through what you want to achieve and then put it together.

It comes with experience and hard work and for sharing that with us I thank you.

Tim
Australia

Thank you for your previous help and comments with my outdoor lighting. I would very much appreciate your opinions as to if I’m improving and what I might further do to improve.

Thanks again for, not only the time and comments that you have offered me, but for all of those whom you help.

Many budding photographers definitely benefit from your helpful comments.

Teresa

Thank you for your contributions.

They help me to expand upon my own notions of what a good photo is, and that is always a good thing.

Scott

You provide a very insightful opinion without making the photography feel like he or she is a total loser.

Name Withheld

Your advice is great.

James

…exactly the way you later cited.

Your critique was dead on.

Name Withheld

Thanks Steady,

your explanations make sense.

I appreciate the help.

Andrew

It makes me feel good to get a comment from a great photographer like you.

I just wanted to say:

thank you for the encouragement and for taking the time to share your story and thoughts on this. Means a lot to me.

Matt

Thank you so much for all your help and for taking your time!

Dmitri

I just wanted to take a moment and thank you for all you do.

You’ve been an inspiration, a mediator, and a mentor for so many, and probably a majority hasn’t contacted you.

I always glean a bit from your posts and admire your approach to gently helping others on this site.

You live a Christian life by example, and I just wanted to thank you for that.

Wish we were in the same state. It’d be nice to sit and have lunch some time and talk shop.

Nathan

You are always informative. Just so you know, it’s never a waste.

The help you have given me and others is improving standards.

Just wanted to thank you again for your help. Thank you very much indeed.

Marcus
UK

Thanks for always providing helpful and constructive feedback on the forum. It has been a help to me and hundreds of others.

You take beautiful portraits and have a great understanding of lighting.

Chris

Seriously…you are by far one of the greatest assets to (the other forum) and photography as a whole…

I’m always amazed at how well you offer your critique and advice to everyone. I hope one day we can meet.

Robbie

Thanks so much for taking the time to contribute to this community. It’s such a great place because of the people like you that are willing to help others out.

Jake

I value your opinion.

Bryan

I was looking at your website, and noticed a lot of great portraits. I also read your tips on female models. Awesome job. Really helped me out in the field.

Name Withheld

I am going to refrain from posting anymore pictures on forums due to the fact that there are too many stalkers and…

not enough of people who really care and have the experience to make constructive criticism like you do.

I am very thankful of your always thoughtful and constructive comments.

Larry

WOW, I would have never thought of trying that. I have tried it on some other pictures and it really works. Thanks so much. (And you have got to write that book!)

Jeff

Your friendly suggestions are really helpful indeed.

Yves

You’re one of the greatest assets (in this community). I only wish I had your energy and constant positive attitude.

Charles

I really enjoy your feedback.

Name Withheld

Steady, Yeah it really worked! I already tried it, much better tones with a single click, Thanks for that kind of tip, never seen that before.

You are a true diplomat.

Anonymous

I’ve been a lurker for a while and thought it was time to let you know that:

I always appreciate reading your thoughtful feedback on people’s work.

You go out of your way to help people,

and I hope you see the same kind of helpfulness repaid to you in your life. You are a kind, talented person.

Haley

I enjoyed your web site, and

the comments you make –very helpful and positive.

On your web site, the snapshot with your portrait work is very educational for me and appreciated.

Steve

I always look forward to your

insightful observations and recommendations

Name Withheld

I saw a thread in tribute to your contributions – congratulations and well-deserved!

Jon

Wow!

Steady, you are not just generous with your time and encouragement, you’re fast!

Suzi

A few months ago, you said you wished you were beside me for an air show and I said I wished you were too (because I would have learned from you).

From the first post of yours I read here, I knew you were intent on helping others.

Your Simple Suggestion, “Be Remote” is a great idea for getting family pictures that all will enjoy.

When I look at your picture in your posts, I think, “This is a guy who enjoys life and photography. When I read the posts, I know that you do... kids would benefit from having someone like you around. Thanks for all the helpful tips you offer.

John

I really appreciate your input and the time you take to give good feedback.

Greg

Just wanted to extend a personal “Thank You!” to you for your advice on the use of a diffuser.

I don’t take photos of people, instead concentrating almost completely on flowers, butterflies, spiders and whatever else in nature catches my eye and strikes my fancy. After reading your advice on using a diffuser, I picked one of those small, 22″ collapsible diffusers to use shooting flowers. Wow! What a difference! I have a collapsible reflector already, and can see this is going to open a host of new ways to use light in my images.

David

I like your critiques.

Dennis

You give some very good critiques.

Darryl

I look for your posts, as

I find them thought provoking and educational.

Ryan

I really appreciate your critiques and have learned much from them. They are quite instructive and fair.

Paul

I felt the need to personally thank you for some of the posts you have been making on the (other photography forum) lately; you truly are a wealth of information and a gift to the community!

Name Withheld

Steady, you really are the nicest guy in the world aren’t you?

I’ve followed your posts over the past couple years and you always help everyone out without a bad word to say.

Kelly

You gave me a thorough and thoughtful answer to my question.

Anton

I just wanted to tell you

I appreciate the many nice and helpful comments you consistently provide to aspiring photographers.

I am a longtime lurker, and I look at many of the People posts for ideas. Have learned a lot from you… please keep up the great work. This forum is very lucky to have you.

You are a good mentor for this community; if only everyone would follow your lead.

Alfonse

I really enjoy reading your critiques of others work. I always seem to learn something new each time.

Michael

I wish I had someone that lived closer to me that I could work with everything I have done or learned is self taught. I sometimes feel that is where. I have lacked of confidence in myself and worry that I will give someone a bad photo.

I just wanted to take a minute to tell you that I love your work and the way you have included a way to make easy for people to get involved at the forum without feeling out of place and slow in getting into the community.

The time you take to comment in a positive way on as many photos as you can show that you love what you do.

Sherry

One of the few that offers constructive insight and criticism. Thank you for taking the time to comment.

Eric

I just wanted to write you a quick note that your responses to critique requests are great.

Very gentlemanly, and very constructive–traits that are sometimes on short supply... Kudos to you!

Anonymous

You have the best attitude and most valuable advice.

I really appreciate your effort to try to help fellow photographers out. I’ve learned much reading your comments.

Name Withheld

Your assistance is appreciated by many, but

your efforts are above and beyond.

Thanks for your efforts to educate and inform.

Gerry

I want to thank you for your comments to everyone.

You undoubtedly give the most constructive, consistent critique of anyone.

You don’t have the “I’m a pro and can’t spend time” attitude. So, thanks again. I always form my own opinions then read yours to see if I’m getting better with my ‘photo eye’.

Nathan

I have appreciated the time you take to help with your thoughtful feedback.

Eric

I really enjoyed your words about yourself, as well as the aesthetic of this art. I am quite old in comparison to most members here and can appreciate what I see in other’s eyes, perhaps in a more knowledgeable way. It would be a great pleasure to talk to you.

Russell

I have been following your posts from the time you entered the forum. I am so

impressed that someone with your talent takes the time to help others in the kind way that you do.

Rob

I very much like your photos and your positive attitude towards people just entering the world of photography.

Kaspars

Latvia

As always,

I value your opinions to the highest degree,

and think you are one of the top contributors to this (community).

Ron

You are truly a gentleman and your words and your work have given me much inspiration.

Bob

I feel like I know you already from having read your posts over the months.

In fact, I think you’re one of the best studio/fine art portraitists around.

I admire that because I once had lofty aspirations of doing studio work, until I tried it and discovered just how difficult it is and how much work and patience are required.

Jay

I appreciate the fact that you took the time to view and critique them. Thank you.

I felt honored that a professional photographer had a look and could give me a honest review.

Bill

I’ve seen and appreciated a number of your posts on some of the other forums, and I applaud this idea.

I’ve certainly noticed the truth behind your statement that there are different “vibes” in the different forums. More than that, though –

I’ve read enough of your comments to others to recognize that you’re quite knowledgeable, and ready and willing to impart whatever understanding you’re able to to others. I’ll certainly benefit from your writings.

Ernie

If only there were more like you.

Paul

I read your posts all the time, and they’re

very informative and have always helped me learn a thing or two.

Paul

I am far from a newbie, but I always like to read good advice. And your advice is dominantly good advice.

Norman

You commented on my imagery and I was honored to have you do so.

I appreciate what you do and though you probably don’t get thanked, I know the photographers that you comment for are very happy you did.

I can’t tell you how great it felt to have you comment on my imagery.

Thanks for extending your hand and helping us.

P.G.

I do refrain from posting much on (other forums) because of the MANY harsh and nasty comments I’ve read from others.

I do however really enjoy reading your posts and learning from you.

Name Withheld

I am a lurker who enjoys the forums on (other site), and you are a big reason why.

Your constructive criticisms are actually constructive, which seems to be out of the norm and your even handed responses are always thoughtful and generally make you think.

On behalf of everyone on the (other forum), I want to thank you and let you know we appreciate what you have done here.

It is obvious the time you take on your posts is considerable, I just want you to know it is appreciated. I look forward to what you have posted for beginners like me.

Michael

Your critiques and advice have been a tremendous help to me and many others. I can’t tell you how many times I’ve tried to search for some of the tips you have written

Mark

I really appreciate your contribution to the (other forum).

I find your critiques to be extremely helpful and honest, yet you do so respectfully and provide valid feedback.

I’ve seen people take your feedback well and become better photographers.

Regardless, I just wanted you to know that I appreciate your contribution and respect your opinion greatly.

Ted

I appreciate what you bring to the site and I always look for your comments.

I always look forward to reading your posts, specifically the technical ones (about vibrations and stuff). You have a wealth of knowledge and a big smile.

Jeff

Thanks for offering tips for newbies. Also, I just visited your (Studio) website and all I can say is WOW. I love your classical portrait style.

I am truly humbled that you take as much time as you do to help folks.

You are probably the one most responsible for making this (other forum) work.

You were very kind to provide positive feedback. Most newbie’s like me desire good honest criticisms without a condescending attitude, and you deliver that time and time again.

I wish the other talented photographers were as thoughtful. Thanks again.

Maurice

There is so much to learn and it’s a benefit to have (photographers) such as yourself willing to extend a helping hand. Keep up the great work.

Ed

It was great of you to offer help to noobs like me. I just got into photography a while ago and realized how great and challenging it can be at the same time. Appreciate all the help I can get.

H.T.

You are doing us “Newbies” a great service. I have been very nervous about trying to do my own portraits, though I don’t even know where to start with what equipment (Lights, backdrops, etc) to purchase. Personally, I do most of my work with a small desk and the available lighting that I have.

I look forward to your “lessons”…as I know I could learn a lot from you (I read every suggestion you make on the photos).

Though I have posted on the forums (you commented on my imagery and I was honored to have you do so), and have commented on a few images, mostly I just read and look, knowing that I don’t have the technical knowledge to help anyone.

I appreciate what you do and though you probably don’t get thanked, I know the photographers that you comment for are very happy you did.

I can’t tell you how great it felt to have you comment on my imagery. Thanks for extending your hand and helping us NEWBIES.

Michael

I always read your posts because they’re always kind, respectful and help all who read them.

(Some) forums can get aggressive at times and having thick skin helps, but should you?…probably not!!!

Thanks for leading the way to a better experience.

G.S.

I’m not a newbie, and I want on the list because of your obvious skill and generosity.

Bob

You will be of great help to many as you have already been on the (other forum).

Darryl

You’re a champ for taking the time to put something like this together.

There is this looming reluctance to participate in the critiquing aspect of others work though. The simple reason for this is that I just don’t feel like I’m qualified to tell others where they need to make improvements. For that reason, I also feel like it’s unfair of me to ask others to look at my work and provide suggestions when I’m not willing or capable, from an experience perspective, of returning the favor.

I always find your approach to critiquing very helpful and done in the most tasteful manner.

Dameon

Thank you very much for your time Steady. I read your posts and think it’s very kind of you to offer your experience and time.

I want to learn how to be more in control in my photo session. I feel that when I go to a shoot (not too many) I have a lot of ideas but when I get (there) and the people look at me ready to go, I kinda shut down. My ideas get lost and my confidence too. So I struggle after that. I would love to say, “Okay this is what you’re going to do…” and start shooting away.

Alex

“I have given up posting images (on forums) as I thought that some of the criticism was unjustified. I earn a living from wedding photography and it appears to me that some of these critics would not last very long in the real world.

Thank you very much for your constructive comments. I am sure that a lot of people will benefit from them.

Please keep up your excellent hard work.”

Tony

I’ve also seen the vicious feedback (on some forums), and also the defensive reactions of some to what was well written and well meaning critique. I lurk on forums more than I post, but principally because I’m not confident in my critiques just yet.

I appreciate your tips, and I’m a frequent reader of your posts on the (other forum), which are always helpful. Thanks.

Steve

Your work is stunning.
I wanted to thank you for your

helpful insights to photography.

Especially for someone like me who is just starting to learn.

Allen

I learnt a lot from your comments on others’ photos and try to put them into practice. I am looking forward to learn more from you.

Victor

Thank you for sharing your knowledge and for trying to help others.

Maka

I‘ve been flitting in and out of forums for about 5 years now and love reading the critiques left for the photographers brave enough to post. I have seen too many photographs unfairly shot down in flames by too many egotistic and insensitive “Photographers” never to post again (on other photography forums). To cut a story short…

I greatly admire the professionalism you use in your critiques, pulling no punches where a photograph has gone wrong but always offering advice on getting it back on track with tact and much sensitivity. Many thanks.

Les

I always enjoyed and benefited from your comments, critiques, and observations.

Mike

I really enjoy reading your advice to others on how to improve their images. You have no idea how much just reading them has helped me pay more attention to what I am doing behind the camera.

I have a couple images I thought about posting but haven’t yet…guess I want to make them better before I do, since all of mine are straight from the camera with no PP involved.

Would enjoy reading your tips and as always will continue to enjoy reading your C/C and look forward to when you can C/C mine!

Ron

(I am) trying constantly to improve my photography. You have commented on my photos many times and I greatly appreciate it,

I also enjoyed looking at EVERY portrait on your website. You are a genuine person and I am glad to have met you here

in Technological Universe.
Taff

I have always found your comments relevant and insightful. We can all use hints and help, no matter how old we are or how long we’ve been at something.

Chris

I read a lot of your posts and appreciate the advice you give. Even though it’s not directed at me, I’ve learned a lot!

Nate

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Not convinced yet?  Want another opinion?

These are just the testimonials about Steadman’s critiques of photography given through a single online forum. There were countless more not shown here.

There are many more testimonials you can read from Visitors to Steadman Uhlich’s Art Gallery (these are people who saw his work up close hanging in an art gallery at full size).

There are also comments and impressions from Global Visitors to his Studio website who left their impressions of his work. There you can see hundreds of comments from over 50 countries around the world.  Here is a link to the Global Impressions of the Global Favorite 50 Portraits.

There are also Testimonials from Steadman’s Studio Clients who have actually hired him to produce artwork or portraits for them.

There are also Testimonials from 44 Photographers who have bought many thousands of dollars of photography equipment from him. If you have any doubts about buying anything from Steadman, you should read what they say about the accuracy of his descriptions of what he sold them and their high satisfaction with the entire transaction process.

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Your Introduction Call is free, but what you might receive or learn later is priceless!™

Your First Introductory Call will be directly with Steadman Uhlich.

If you have Skype, simply click on the “Call Me” button in the upper right column of any page on this site to make a free Skype-to-Skype call.

If you don’t have Skype yet, you can download the free Skype software in minutes via the link below the buttons below.

If you want to call using your own land-line phone or cellular phone, simply dial my Direct Dial number: (646) 233-1511.

My phones are generally answered during my normal operating hours of 9:00AM to 9:00PM EST (New York City Time Zone). Feel free to call anytime within that 12 hour window, 7 days a week.

If  I am not on a call with another person or busy on a project, I will be happy to speak with you. If you get my answering machine or voicemail it means I am on a call with another person or busy. In that case, simply leave a detailed message on my voicemail with instructions on how I should contact you.

If you prefer to send an email you may do that by visiting my Contact Page or by using this address:

steadman@steadmanuhlich.com

Most voice messages receive a call back within two hours, whenever possible. All emails are answered the same day, whenever possible.

Call now. It is the first step to getting an unforgettable portrait, a beautiful photograph or painting, or a new way of learning and growing in photography.

You will find my service begins with a friendly hello.

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© 2011, Steadman. All rights reserved. No photos from this site may be used for any purposes, including display on another website, without prior written approval of the artist, Steadman Uhlich.

Summary: The comments below are verbatim quotes from the father of one of my subjects in my current project, Equestrian Portraits.

For this particular client, I have created a set of unique and extraordinary portraits and images of his daughter, her horse, and his daughter with her horse. Most of these images are not shown on this site or the internet on purpose, as they are also intended for inclusion in a future book on my work.

Verbatim Testimonial Letter from the Parent of an Equestrian Subject

To Whom it May Concern: “In the last 14 years that our daughter has ridden horses and competed, we have taken thousands of photos of our daughter and had many professional photographers take her picture as she performed in countless horse shows or competitions.   Steadman’s photos, taken both at our barn’s arena while our daughter practiced and at our home are unlike any that I have seen before.”“Steadman made his artistic portraits of our daughter in a small space in our house, yet the photos look like they were made in a large studio. I am amazed at how he does it.  I have a nice DSLR camera and I take lots of photos of my daughter, but he was able to capture something else and something new and unique.”

“Some of the most interesting and unique images Steadman made are not shown on his posters or his website. He told us about this prior to photographing our daughter, and I did not really understand at the time. Now I understand.You really need to see these for yourself. It is amazing to see how a single photo session can yield so many different looks and expressions and how he uses his artist’s eye to make something special for each person.  He made some pictures for my daughter that I am sure she will use for years because they are elegant and striking.  These are not ordinary portrait photographs.”“It was a real honor that Steadman selected one image from our daughter’s session to create a work of his art using our horse as the model.  He told us that was something he had as a goal and I just did not anticipate the image being so beautiful and surprisingly different.  I have photographed that horse many times and I never saw this and I have not seen anything like it from any other photographer or artist.  We are very proud it is one of our horses. It is not just another portrait, it is art.”

“Steadman also made some incredible photos of my daughter practicing in a large dark indoor arena in the dead of winter.  I don’t know how he did it.    It amazed me that he did this without using any flash at all, so he would not disturb the horse and rider.  He just used the natural light that was available to him. The photos are beautiful and natural looking. When I first saw them, I said “WOW.”

“I highly recommend that everyone who loves horses take advantage of this chance to get something special by Steadman.  These are not just snapshots and they are not the common event photos we see at every competition. We have seen many professional equine photographers as we have traveled the country to competitions, including the Nationals, the Colorado Horse Park, and the Kentucky Horse Park, and these photos Steadman has made are unlike anything I have seen before.  These portraits Steadman will make of your horse and the rider are going to be something you will not regret buying. These stand out from the crowd.  Steadman Uhlich and his art are definitely “World Class.”"

“He definitely has a different approach to working with people and horses.  I now know why so many people have trusted him to make something special.  It is rare to find someone whom you can trust so much and still be surprised at the outcome and have your expectations exceeded.”

“As a parent of someone who loves horses and has competed locally, regionally and even nationally for years, and as an owner of multiple horses, I know that it is smart to invest in quality. I cannot over-emphasize the high quality of what you will get if you hire Steadman to make a portrait of you or your horse. We know that our horse will be a part of our family for several more years and we are prepared to spend what it takes to care for that horse and to help our daughter get where she wants to go in competition.  With a portrait by Steadman, we will have a beautiful, extraordinary, and lasting reminder of that horse and our rider’s beauty.  These really are heirlooms in the making. Without a doubt, he is worth it.”

— Dr. M.W., Omaha, Nebraska

Here are a few examples of the portraits and art Steadman made with this rider:

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Second Example of Visiting Artist Program Results for a Host Family

Verbatim Testimonial Letter from the Parent of an Equestrian Subject. The parent was also a Host Participant in Steadman’s Visiting Artist Program.

To whom it may concern:
I did not know Steadman Uhlich prior to meeting him recently after seeing his work. I checked into his background, looked at his online portfolios, read his testimonials, and after discussing this with my husband, we decided to host Steadman at our home as participants in his Visiting Artists Program. I am very glad we made that decision.

We are “Empty Nesters” and my husband and I first met with Steadman and spent some hours getting to know him. He has proven to be a good house guest, good company, and even a good cook. My husband and I have enjoyed many hours of conversations with him and time spent together at horse events and dinners. I feel we have not only gained things in art created for us, but we have also made a new friend. He is someone you can trust. Now as our time as his hosts has reached an end, I want to share with you my experience as a Host in his Visiting Artist Program.

Soon after arriving, Steadman arranged a photo session with my adult daughter and her horses. I was present at the photo shoot and observed how he worked with her, the horses and her dogs.
Despite the cold weather, the windy conditions, the leaf-less trees and the rather drab surroundings of a typical Omaha winter’s day, Steadman told us the conditions were very good for portraits.
I was a bit apprehensive because our horses are in their furry winter coats. I was not sure if those would look good in a photo. Steadman assured us the furry winter condition of their coats would be a positive thing to see in the final photos.

A few days after the photo shoot, Steadman showed us the results from his work. I was surprised by how quickly we were able to see some results from the photo shoot. While I had viewed many of Steadman’s portraits in his online portfolios, I was not prepared for what I saw in the work he had done for us.

First, let me tell you that my daughter has ridden and competed with horses for many years. She rides Western, Rodeo and English styles of riding. I have been around horses all my life and worked with them professionally. I have many photos of my daughter and her horses taken by professional photographers. So I have a good idea of how she and the horses look when photographed by a typical professional photographer.

What did I see when I saw the photos Steadman made for us? I was completely surprised by Steadman’s portraits of our horses. While I had been present the entire time and had been just a few feet from the horse, I did not imagine the finished portraits would look as they did. My first impression when seeing the portraits was “WOW!”

Putting it simply, these are not your typical horse photos. Steadman’s vision for these horses made them look special.

I had earlier worried a bit that the winter coat furry look of our horses would not look good. When Steadman showed us the final portraits, I then saw how the natural winter coat looked wonderful in his photos. The textures of the hair and mane look so real and life-like it looks like our horse is standing right in front of you and you could reach into the picture to touch his hair. I had also worried some that the harsh sunlight of the day, and the drab leaf-less trees and surrounding land of the season would not look good for the photo session. I can tell you that the finished portrait and photos look amazing and the background of your barn or paddock is no reason to be concerned.

When I showed the photo of my daughter with her horse to my colleagues at work, other friends, and other horse people, they were all very impressed by the high quality and the expression of emotion shown in the photo.

We have all seen photos of girls holding their horse, but this was a photo that showed us all the joy she feels with that horse. This portrait of my daughter with her horse stands out from the hundreds of portraits I have seen of my daughter’s friends and other riders with their horses. It made me glad I took the step to hire Steadman.

Steadman works well with horses and sees the details of good horsemanship too. Steadman has an eye for details and for the beauty of the individual. His portraits of my daughter capture her spirit, her confidence, and her skill at handling a horse. When you see the large prints, you can see the details of good horsemanship that make a difference. He captured that in stunning photos that really must be seen large to be fully appreciated.

As Steadman is learning about horses and how to handle them, he worked well with the horses. As he captures them in action, he never used a flash. Because he never uses a flash, the horses are comfortable around the camera; it shows as a relaxed look in their eyes, in every portrait. His use of natural light in the barn and outside was amazing.

Steadman also surprised us with a unique work of art in another photo. He calls this image “Moonlight” as it shows our gelding by moonlight. His art photo of one of our horses really looks like a painting. Steadman showed us a very large print of this and it is hard to describe how impressive it appears when anyone sees the larger print. Steadman also spent the time and helped me consider the best ways to show it in our home, including choices of frames, lighting, location, and sizes that fit our home decor.

Over the many years I have shown, ridden, and been around horses, I have never seen an art photo like this. It is unique and beautiful. It IS a work of art. And it is OUR horse that is now art.

You might see a little version of this on Steadman’s website, but you must see a large print to get a real understanding of how impressive it is.

I recently went to the Nebraska Horse Expo and while there viewed over 100 photos of horses that had been entered in a photography contest. There was nothing there that was as impressive as Steadman’s photos. Even the photos entered and displayed by professional photographers looked ordinary in comparison.

Steadman also works well with kids. Steadman also created very special portrait photos of my two young grand daughters. He captured their personalities and the photos are really beautiful, funny, and touching. These portraits are also unlike any I have seen before. He created one while working with horses and a young girl, I didn’t think that would be easy. The other portrait was created while working with my youngest grand daughter who is two years old and full of energy. His suggestions for how to make these special portraits have given our family something priceless that crosses generations.

Steadman works well with mature women too. Like many middle-aged women, I was apprehensive about having a portrait photograph of me. Steadman worked with me and my concerns, helped me get the confidence to get in front of his camera, and made the experience fun. He also made me look 10 years younger too! All of this was done in a natural setting that reflects my life and my love of horses.

I recommend you take this opportunity to have Steadman make a portrait of you or your horse or someone in your family, regardless of their age. Based on my own experience, I am confident the results will pleasantly surprise you and be something you will consider a good decision and an excellent purchase. I believe you can trust Steadman to do as he promises and even that he will probably exceed your expectations.

Furthermore, if you have the means to serve as a Host for him within his Visiting Artist Program, I believe it is a fabulous opportunity for you or your family. His work speaks for itself, but I must tell you that there are things he makes that you will not see on his website. We saw them created and they are and now we understand the special experience of having art created for us by a true artist.

Steadman created portraits for a friend of mine too. I can also tell you that he has also created four portraits for a close friend of mine who is another client of his. I learned about Steadman after seeing her portraits. Those portraits are also wonderful as they capture the character of her children and husband.

—Pam B., Omaha, Nebraska (name withheld to protect privacy)

Here are some of the images made while Steadman was hosted by Pam B.:

What Impression will your portrait make?

The hundreds of Global Impressions comments seen via the colorful link blocks below are a reflection of what people see in the portraits, art photographs, and paintings made by Steadman Uhlich.

Want to see more examples?

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Not convinced yet? Want another opinion?

There are many more testimonials you can read from Visitors to Steadman Uhlich’s Art Gallery (these are people who saw his work up close hanging in an art gallery at full size).

There are also comments and impressions from Global Visitors to his Studio website who left their impressions of his work. There you can see hundreds of comments from over 50 countries around the world. Here is a link to the Global Impressions of the Global Favorite 50 Portraits.

There are also Testimonials from Steadman’s Studio Clients who have actually hired him to produce artwork or portraits for them.

There are also Testimonials from 44 Photographers who have bought many thousands of dollars of photography equipment from him. If you have any doubts about buying anything from Steadman, you should read what they say about the accuracy of his descriptions of what he sold them and their high satisfaction with the entire transaction process.

Finally, make sure you click one of the colorful “Global Impressions” buttons shown above or in the right column of any page on this site.  Read those to see what people around the world have seen and said about the portraits in the various series Steadman has produced and continues to expand.

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Your Introduction Call is free, but what you might receive or learn later is priceless!™

Your First Introductory Call will be directly with Steadman Uhlich.

If you have Skype, simply click on the “Call Me” button in the upper right column of any page on this site to make a free Skype-to-Skype call.

If you don’t have Skype yet, you can download the free Skype software in minutes via the link below the buttons below.

If you want to call using your own land-line phone or cellular phone, simply dial my Direct Dial number: (646) 233-1511.

My phones are generally answered during my normal operating hours of 9:00AM to 9:00PM EST (New York City Time Zone). Feel free to call anytime within that 12 hour window, 7 days a week.

If I am not on a call with another person or busy on a project, I will be happy to speak with you. If you get my answering machine or voicemail it means I am on a call with another person or busy. In that case, simply leave a detailed message on my voicemail with instructions on how I should contact you.

If you prefer to send an email you may do that by visiting my Contact Page or by using this address:

steadman@steadmanuhlich.com

Most voice messages receive a call back within two hours, whenever possible. All emails are answered the same day, whenever possible.

Call now. It is the first step to getting an unforgettable portrait, a beautiful photograph or painting, or a new way of learning and growing in photography.

You will find my service begins with a friendly hello.

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© 2011, Steadman. All rights reserved. No photos from this site may be used for any purposes, including display on another website, without prior written approval of the artist, Steadman Uhlich.

Is this a good way to communicate?

One of the obvious concerns that any potential PhotoMentors student or mentee may have is:

“How effective can the communication be if I am in another country far from Steadman?

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In short, the communication can be HIGHLY effective and very clear and immediately helpful to the mentee.

In my opinion this is FAR SUPERIOR to communicating via a text message!

First Major Advantage

First, remember that this Live Voice Dialog is far superior to the limited communications you might get from short text messages on an internet photography forum. It is MUCH SUPERIOR to text messages. The sound of voice makes this a Real Time DIALOG. That means the communication is IMMEDIATE, CLEAR, and has much more content and many more opportunities to clarify issues and topics.

Second Major Advantage

Secondly, this Live Voice Dialog is just part of what occurs on one of these calls. We are also BOTH viewing the same image at the same time and sharing images and data and files and materials back and forth AS WE SPEAK. This is very much a “CONTENT RICH” exchange of information in a very easy and efficient manner. We don’t even need to use email! By reducing the amount of typing to a minimum (almost nothing) we speed things up and make the information flow more smoothly and more quickly and more easily and more clearly between us!

It really is a HUGE LEAP FORWARD compared to the type of severely limited communications you may have experienced on a photography forum.

I have enjoyed many Live Voice Dialog consultations with people in countries far from the USA.

In all cases, the communication was very clear, easy to understand, stimulating, and fun.

In each case the mentee learned something within a few minutes that they could then apply to their future photography.

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A recent caller said this:

“I really enjoyed this call with you Steadman, you have a way of helping others and I don’t feel like you talk down to people. That made it easy to learn from you. “

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On several other occasions, I have been told that the connection (both technical connection and inter-personal connection) was so clear and good that it sounded like I was sitting in the room with the person and talking in a nice conversation with them. In fact, in almost every case, the voice connection was SUPERIOR to using a regular telephone or cell phone. It was so “crystal clear” that it really sounded like the person was just 2 feet away from me. It is a wonderful sense of “immediacy.”

It is gratifying and appreciated that people calling from other countries or great distances will say: “I think we will become friends based on this mentoring.”

So, the opportunity to learn and improve and communicate on a higher level and more effectively and more deeply about YOUR photography is available to you. All it takes is a call. As mentioned at the bottom of this post, that call can even be FREE if you use “Skype-to-Skype” calling while you are online.

I invite you to call today (your First Introduction Call is free too) and see how it works and to judge for yourself.

The invitation is from me, but the true opportunity is yours.

Steadman

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Steadman’s Notes on the following call:

Here is a recent Verbatim Testimonial Quote from a photographer who lives in Australia (the opposite side of the planet from me and 14 hours time difference from New York). The call was made using a Skype-to-Skype connection over the internet and so the call was FREE to both parties.

In addition, the call was so clear that it was obviously much better than another call made using a regular phone (land line and cell phone). The sound quality was superior.

More importantly than the technical sound clarity of the call itself, the content of the call and the “ability to communicate” made it a very good call with clear statements, easy to understand advice, and a friendly conversational tone of speech.

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Verbatim Testimonial Quotes from a Long-Distance (from Australia to USA and a free Skype to Skype) consultation call with Steadman Uhlich

“I contacted Steadman after reading [this] website, via Skype. I was amazed how clear the line [of communication] was, and the ease that Steadman made me feel.

I will proceed with his mentor program, as I find his skill level, and the ability to converse, is what I have been seeking in improving my photography.

We had a 90 minute conversation [with no phone charges for either party], and the ability to define our boundaries, and how we could proceed in mentoring my needs.

So thank you Steadman. I appreciate the time you devote to your passion in helping and assisting people.”

Charles Kalnins, Australia

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Steadman’s Notes:

1. The Australia time zone is 12 hours different from New York! Antipode!

2. The mentoring phone call took place using free Skype to Skype calling.

3. The session took place during a time of day that is convenient for the client-mentee. This call was during my flexible Global Operating hours of 9:00AM (0900) to 9:00PM (2100) EST (New York City Time Zone).

4. Images are shared and discussed while both of us view them at the same time.

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What is an Antipode?

In geography, the antipodes of any place on Earth is its antipodal point; that is, the region on the Earth’s surface which is diametrically opposite to it. Two points which are antipodal to one another are connected by a straight line through the centre of the Earth.

I live in a state called Alabama in a region called “the South” or “the Southeast” of the USA at the moment. The antipodal point (directly opposite of my location) is just West of Australia (in the Indian Ocean). Australia is the closest land to my antipode.

You can find your antipodal point on the planet by visiting this site. http://www.antipodemap.com/

You can also find an interesting article with unusual maps of the earth showing antipodes and with lists of cities that are antipodes too at the following wiki article:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Antipodes

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Before You Buy Anything!

“Before you buy anything, you should consider the source and their background.

When buying advice from someone, consider their reputation for helping other people.

I encourage you to read and consider the many Testimonials about my work helping others.

Take a look at the 200+ Testimonials from other photographers.

Read some of the Verbatim Testimonial Letters.

Do this before you spend any money.”

Steadman

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Hundreds of Testimonials from Photographers!

Here is a link to the Testimonials Category page of posts here on this site. There you will find many different posts of Testimonials from real people who have seen real results. Those are all Verbatim Testimonials.

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Testimonials from a Wide Range of Very Satisfied People

These are just a few of the many Testimonials about Steadman Uhlich’s help to others through advice and consulting. There were countless more not shown here.

Art Gallery Visitors

There are 140 Verbatim Testimonial Quotes you can read from Visitors to Steadman Uhlich’s Art Gallery. These quotes are from people who saw his work up close while it was hanging in an art gallery at full size, often at “Life Size.”).

Global Visitors

There are also verbatim comments and impressions from Global Visitors to his Studio website who left their impressions of his work. There you can see literally hundreds of comments from viewers who were impressed, moved, and “stunned” from over 50 countries around the world. To read those comments, go to www.steadmanuhlich.com and look at the comments beside the photos on each of the first 50 pages of that site.

Steadman’s Portrait Clients

There are also testimonials from Steadman’s Studio Clients who have actually hired him to produce artwork or portraits for them. To read those comments, go to www.steadmanuhlich.com and look for the link to that section of that site.

Photographers Steadman has Mentored

There are additional testimonial letters here on this site from photographers that Steadman has mentored. Look for links to a few at the bottom of this page.

Photographers Who Bought from Steadman

There are even testimonials from other photographers who have bought from Steadman in the past: Testimonials from 44 Photographers who bought from Steadman. There are Verbatim Testimonials from 44 photographers who have bought many thousands of dollars of photography equipment from him. If you have any doubts about buying anything from Steadman, you should read what they say about the accuracy of his descriptions of what he sold them and their high satisfaction with the entire transaction process.

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Verbatim Testimonial Letter from a consultation with Steadman Uhlich

Note: this Mentoring Session was conducted using voice over the internet (via skype) and image file transfers over the internet with the call taking place between the USA and France. The voice quality was crystal clear (it sounded like we were in the same room), the conversation was fun, stimulating, and electric with creativity, humor, and sharing. The only thing we could not share was the bottle of fine French wine.

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“I came across Steadman Uhlich in a photography forum where both of us participate, and I was impressed with his commitment to helping people. From there, we shared some views, and, when he informed me that he was setting up a place where people could learn and improve, I knew I was going to try it out.

As it happens, that day, I had gone out and tried to make the most of the last of the autumn leaves. I love trees, especially when clad in full colour, but, somehow, have not been able to get any tree shots that make me go “WOW.” Out of maybe 300 such shots accumulated over 2 years shots, not one of trees, even though I love them, and shot them hundreds of times.

Now enter Steadman Uhlich. I told him this “story”, and expressed frustration. He didn’t give me any technical tips. I assume that, as he knew I could handle other types of shots/subjects, he also knew that the problem was more in “what to want to do” than in “what to do” or “how to do it”. So he told me what to want to do.

‘Imagine the tree in its permanence. Things come and go, people come and go, weather comes and goes, seasons come and go, trees remain. Go out and shoot the tree in all its varying conditions.’

Within a couple of minutes, I was totally inspired, having understood why I have up to now failed, and having had my mind opened to avenues that I had not even considered in how to deepen my approach to photography.

This part of the conversation lasted but a few minutes.

My experience as a business consultant as well as a personal development coach tells me that Steadman Uhlich is exactly who he claims, a true mentor.

Like a locksmith who can pick locks and open doors in people’s minds that free up capability, creativity and talent about photography.

Such people are rare, I am priviledged to have found one who will deepen the pleasure and richness of my hobby.

Thanks, Steady!

Philippe”

Verbatim Testimonial Letter from a consultation with Steadman Uhlich

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“I just wanted to drop a quick note to relay the experience I had with Steadman Uhlich a couple of days ago. On Sunday, I had the pleasure of meeting Steadman in person and spending over four hours talking (in an onsite, face-to-face Mentoring Session), looking at work I had done and going over a little post processing. The time just flew by.

Steadman opened my eyes to many things including composition, shadows and light. Things I thought I had a grasp on, but no I did not.

He truly showed me a way to look at subjects in a way I have not read in books.

His way of teaching and making me look at myself is relaxed and laid back and very refreshing.

I would encourage anyone interested in bettering their photography skills to take the time and give him a call. You will not be disappointed in the time spent on the phone with Steadman. I am looking forward to our future meetings and learning as much as I can from him.”

Doug

Verbatim Testimonial Letter from a consultation with Steadman Uhlich

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“Hi, my name is Jeffrey and I am from the Philippines. I just had a Free call using Skype with Photomentors and talked to Steadman Uhlich about photography and what I want to create.

When I first heard his voice, I was not nervous at all even though speaking in English, since English is my Third language.

The conversation that we had was worth it, all of the things that needed to be discussed were really clear, from voice to details.

I am also new in photography and after the conversation and my readings in the PhotoMentors website pages, I was inspired and have decided to take a journey with Photomentors.

I think this is way better than a photography workshop that I’ve attended because this will become more of a “Mentor and Student” relationship rather than “Teacher and Group of people Relationship”.

I believe Photomentors can change your life in a better way not just in photography, but also in your life as a person, after the call and the readings in the website.

You’ll never know, One Call could Change your life! “

Jeffrey

Davao, Philippines

Verbatim Testimonial Letter from a consultation with Steadman Uhlich

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Steady,

I just wanted to take a few minutes to again thank you for all that you’ve done for me.

I originally posted on [photography forum], a project that I was trying to accomplish with my Grand Daughter, utilizing Natural Light, of her playing her guitar by the window. I knew that I wanted to do them in B&W, so I posted my 1st try on [photography forum], in the People Photography forum. I was getting a lot of people looking by no one really taking the time to comment.

I really was looking for help in this area, as I really wasn’t just posting shots, I really wanted to learn & improve my results.

Steady, this is where you came along, you presented me with some positive comments, but at the same time, showed me where improvement could be made, or at least explored. You offered to talk to me, for a few minutes, to further discuss some of your comments.

I must admit, that at the beginning I was somewhat hesitant, as I’m “fairly new” into photography & thought that I might easily be overwhelmed, in our talks. How wrong I was!!!

Steady, you immediately made me feel right at home, no intimidation at all.

We were miles apart, yet I felt like you were right there with me, not talking down to me, but to me & where I maybe didn’t understand what you were saying, or what you meant, you took the time to reword things, explain, maybe in more detail, but using another approach. I found myself, even asking for more & more.

Then we started analyzing the pictures that I had posted.

You started pointing out things to me, especially in the facial area, that I never really saw, they were always there, but what a difference in the eyes of the beholder.

We started discussing the limitations that I had in where I was shooting the pictures (in my daughter’s kitchen, table & chairs pulled off to the side, me shooting out in the hall way). You could have very easily said, “well find another spot”, but you didn’t. You sat down & said, “so let’s see what we can do with what we have”.

Ideas, that you mentioned, about positioning, cropping, trying to get the viewers’ eyes to do some of the work for us, showed me so much in a different perspective.

Can’t thank you enough!!

Thanks again,
Bob V.

Verbatim Testimonial Letter from a consultation with Steadman Uhlich

“Enabled me to Unlock..”

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This was the third time I mentored with Steadman Uhlich, or, more accurately, was mentored by him.

Today my issue was that I had taken a picture which I really liked, posted it on a couple of forums, and, uncharacteristically received, no comment or response whatsoever. So I asked Steady why that might be.

He started by looking at my picture, stating that he saw that it had potential, and asking me what I saw in it. I mentioned the straight stem of the flower, and the sphere adorning it, and the contrast with the sideways leaves, like so many brushstrokes in Oriental style.

He agreed with my “take” on my picture, and said that, if that was the case, why did I not do simple things to make that more immediately visible to the viewer?

He suggested darkening the background. That took me all of 30 seconds, and already made a significant impact. Then he suggested different framing and or cropping, and gave me 4 options. Another 4 or 5 minutes maybe.

Simple, once Steady had suggested it.

He made it feel so obvious, yet nobody else had seen the potential of the picture and enabled me to unlock it.

Thanks, Steady! You and I must do this more often.

Philippe Berend

Verbatim Testimonial Letter from a consultation with Steadman Uhlich

“You have restored my self confidence.”

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“Just a short note to say that [our consultation using] Skype yesterday was

the most effective photographic tutorial of any length of time that I have experienced.

Your advice pinpointed for me a couple of areas where I was going astray, especially in the composition of my photos and by helping me identify those areas you have restored my self confidence, which was seriously lagging.

If you can achieve what you did for me in just [that short time], then I would have to say you are a genius.

I cannot thank you enough

I will be back. Many, many thanks”
Timothy Ashton
Sydney, Australia

Verbatim Testimonial Letter from a consultation with Steadman Uhlich

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On Steadman’s Six Minute Solution

“Hi my name is Jeffrey, I am from Davao, Philippines.

I have heard about this new service from Steadman Uhlich at PhotoMentors called the “Six Minute Solution.” As a mentee from PhotoMentors, Steady and I had a talk via Skype from several photos that we take a look at and some of these photos were quickly fixed and improved with Steadman’s “Six Minute Solution.”

I am totally amazed on how Steady made my snapshot photo look great and that you could even do it with a non professional camera in a short period of time.

He could provide some solution on how to improve your photo quickly, and that includes photos possibly taken from your camera such as; DSLR, point and shoot or even with a Mobile phone camera.

Just imagine how your photo will be quickly fixed or improve with a low cost session from a 10 year professional photographer who had his own art gallery exhibit shop.

Yes, only one photo per call but one photo could make a big difference on how you shoot the next hundreds or thousands of pictures in your life.“

Jeffery Wee
Davao, Philippines

A Verbatim Testimonial Letter from a series of Six Minute Solution Sessions with Steadman Uhlich

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“As a hobbyist family photographer, I was a bit anxious about showing
some of my pictures to a pro for feedback.

I can, however, not commend Steadman enough on his skills as a mentor.

He is a natural with how he approaches the areas where improvement can be made, taking his time to really make sure that you understand the points being made in a very easy-going and friendly dialogue.

His suggestions are efficient and to the point, focusing not only on the specifics of a particular photo, but also,

taking care to explain why and how this could apply to many other photos as well.

Highly recommended!”

David, Switzerland

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Steadman’s Notes on the Above Testimonial Letters

Bob is now on the path of making beautiful, Black & White, natural light portraits in a very limited space.

Philippe is finding new ways to look at his fine art photography subjects with renewed enthusiasm and confidence.

Jeffery is learning how to make photos of people that capture attention with compositions that are stronger and “Art Gallery Quality.”

Tim has regained his confidence in his work and is stimulated to try new compositions and new ways of presenting his vision to the viewer.

David now has a new set of conceptual visualization tools to use when composing his photos and working with his model. He is now able to see that there may be hidden beauty in a photo that can be discovered in just a few minutes…in fact, in Six Minutes or less!

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How can I help you?

My Role as Your Mentor

“The most important thing I can do is inspire you to look at your photography differently and to show you how to use your own innate creativity.

I will also challenge you to consider new ways of making photographs.

From this, you will find new creativity inside yourself and new inspirations in the world around you. When that happens, you will feel the Power of WOW as the world becomes a place full of creative possibilities. That is my ultimate goal.

In addition, I can provide you with valuable advice on how to avoid common mistakes and how to make better photographs.

On this site you will find many pages that will tell you about many more ways I may be able to help you. Look for the blue Related Posts links at the bottom of this page for more information.”

Steadman Uhlich

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Insight is the Goal

One of the things I keep in mind when mentoring other people is my goal to make the lesson something that they “own” and understand fully. I want the mentee to understand the reasons and “see” it so clearly that it becomes something they will retain and value. This comes by sharing how I see their images or work and comparing how THEY see the work and THEIR vision. We discuss things. We compare their intent and their preliminary result (such as a raw image).

Then by use of questions the mentee will discover things for themselves. This may then be reinforced by examples and variations.

Choices are discussed.

Options uncovered.

Creativity unlocked.

The result is often an insight for the mentee.

In some cases this takes only a few minutes to “see” and understand a conceptual or visual difference, or to learn a new way of looking at the subject or a new technique.

In many cases this breakthrough can take just a few moments or even seconds!

When that “AHA!” moment occurs, it is stimulating and rewarding for both the mentee and the mentor. This shared discovery moment can be something that helps a photographer or artist break out of a box and make progress in fulfilling THEIR vision.

Steadman’s Simple Truths:

“Gear is easy to replace or change and can be changed in minutes.

Good habits take time and repetition to develop.

Bad habits can stick with you a lifetime IF they are not identified, recognized, and corrected.

Insights can make a difference in seconds!“

Steadman

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How do you value learning?

The value of what you learn may be “priceless.”

Steadman’s guarantee:

“If I can not offer a suggestion that could improve your photography or help you avoid image weaknesses in the future then there is NO charge for the time we spend together.

In short, if I don’t see something I could improve or if I don’t offer you a suggestion for improvement, I will NOT charge you for my time!

You won’t find a better guarantee than that.”

Steadman

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Imagine…

Imagine how valuable that call will be to YOU if we can uncover a solution to your problems.

Imagine what you might learn from having a highly successful professional photographer and fine artist and successful art gallery owner with 25 years experience look at YOUR photo and give you a private discussion of YOUR photo.

Imagine how proud you will be when YOU learn how to make photos that make people say “WOW!”

Imagine how you will feel when you see YOUR Black & White images look like classic B&W photos you have admired all your life.

Imagine how satisfied you will feel when YOU learn how to make your own images look better using simple steps you will remember and be able to use again and again.

Imagine how you will better enjoy YOUR hobby or profession even more if you find ways to overcome obstacles to your skill improvement or your creativity.

Imagine how much more confident YOU will feel in the future when you learn how make better photographs.

Imagine the time you could save and the frustrations you could avoid if you find ways to make better images with simple solutions.

Imagine how your family or clients will respond when they notice the improvement in YOUR photography!

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Steadman’s Method

1. When I teach or mentor or consult with photographers around the world, I use a method I call a Live Voice+Visual Dialog™ on a phone call.

Some people mistakenly think this is just a phone call. It is far from that!

This service is based on both of us sharing a dialog or conversation at the same time as we view your photos together!

We will use BOTH Voice and Visual communication at the same time!

That is not the full story.

You will need to try it to understand and to experience the great difference for yourself!

All communication is by live voice call (a phone call or Skype call).

In short you must call me and speak with me to use this service. No emails. No chat. No PMs. No text messages. No typing. No writing. It is easier and much better this way for many reasons.

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Why does Steadman use Voice calls instead of email or text messages?

Simply because I can tell you many things in a phone call that I will not type and and things I cannot write as effectively.

It is much easier and better and faster as a means of communicating.

It allows us to have a deeper level of communication.

It is more friendly, more natural, and reduces the anxiety or intimidation you might naturally feel when consulting an expert about your photos.

It is more fluid and more immediate in response, so you don’t have to wait and wonder while waiting for an email or text message.

It is a better way of communicating meaning and subtle comments.

It is much more personal and more “human” than email.

It is much more FUN for both you and me!

It is the BEST way to communicate (aside from a real face to face meeting).

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What if this call is international?

I provide a truly global service via this site.

I have clients or mentees and photographers I am helping who are truly located around the world.

I communicate with them all via my special method of Live Voice+Visual Dialog.™

My method helps them all accelerate their learning and quickly improve their photography!

Please read below in this post.

You will find much more information about how I communicate with other photographers around the world in many languages!

If you speak English fluently, I can tell you more information and more clearly and more quickly than I can type. I can tell you more because I will have a “Live and Real Time” dialog or conversation with you. The difference between writing and speaking is considerable. You will see and understand on your first call why this is much better than a written comment or critique on a forum.

If English is NOT your first language or if you are concerned about using English because your use of English is NOT fluent or you may feel inhibited in any way from using English, please read down below in this post. I provide help in 18+ languages in addition to English, so I may be able to help you.

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2. You will not be called by me!

I do NOT call outbound. You will call me when YOU are ready to speak about your photography.

This is so you can be assured that you will NOT be disturbed at a time that is inconvenient for YOU or your family or your work.

You call me by using your phone or Skype.

You may even make a long-distance or international call for FREE if you use a Skype to Skype (VOIP) call so there would be NO long distance phone charge to you.

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Is English a foreign language for you?

If English is not your native language, but is your second language, then you will find it much easier to communicate using my Live Voice+Visual Dialog™ communication method.

There is no need for you to worry about misspelled words or poor grammar or accent.

I will help you and you will find it easier to express yourself clearly.

If there are any questions, it is easier to get clarity because we will be talking in a dialog. If you ever need to ask me a question to clarify something you may not understand, it is very easy because we are in a dialog, with real-time live communication connecting us.

I have Global Operating Hours (Hours of Availability) that fit YOUR schedule around the globe!

You may also call within a wide window of hours. My Global Operating Hours are 9:00AM (0900 hours) to 9:00PM (2100 hours) SEVEN Days a week. Those hours are based on Eastern Standard Time (New York City’s time zone).

I frequently speak with photographers living on the opposite side of the earth from me. It is not unusual nor is it inconvenient for me to speak with photographers in Japan, Australia, Pacific Islands, China, India, Europe, etc. I do this every week and even on weekends!

Don’t let long distances inhibit you from accessing the expertise that can help you improve your photography!

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Global Communications in English or Your Language (when possible)

What if English is not your first language?
What if your use of English is infrequent or limited?
What if you are not fluent in English?
What if your accent is strong?

You must speak some English to communicate with me, but you do NOT have to be fluent or your English could be “limited.”

English does not have to be your first language and you do not need a perfect accent. You do NOT have to be fluent in English. (see the testimonial letter down below).

I have seriously studied 12+ languages other than English (my native language). I truly enjoy speaking with people from other countries, other cultures, and those who speak other languages.

I am accustomed to communicating with people who are using English as a second language. I regularly communicate with people who are from: Europe, the Middle East, Russia, Asia, Africa, and Latin America.

I may be able to help you even IF your use of English is limited or IF you do not consider yourself fluent in speaking English.

Many people understand more English than they feel comfortable speaking. I understand that and why.

Many people who do NOT speak English frequently or fluently may feel inhibited about calling to speak using English.

Do not feel that way.

I am an expert in cross-cultural communication.

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I can help you and will do my best to communicate effectively with you in your language!

I may be able to help you by speaking to you in:

1. French

2. Spanish

3. Portuguese (Brazilian)
   

4. German

5. Dutch

6. Italian

7. Japanese

8. Russian

9. Swahili
   

10. Mandarin Chinese

11. Catalan

12. Norwegian

13. Swedish

14. Danish

15. Polish

16. Romanian

17. Finnish (coming soon)

18. Bahasa Malaysia (coming soon)

19. Bahasa Indonesia (coming soon)

20. Croatian (coming soon)

21. Serbian (coming soon)

22. Slovenian (coming soon)

23. Filipino (Tagalog) (coming soon)

So if you speak or understand one of those languages and some English or if you speak English fluently, we should talk!

I do not claim to be fluent in those languages (except English) and my accent in those languages may make you wince or laugh at times too. But I will try to help you in YOUR language as much as possible. I may be able to tell you (while speaking in one of those languages above) what I see that could be improved in your images/photos and how you could do it.

If you understand one of those languages and speak some English (even if not fluently), OR if you do speak English, you should be able to understand me and what I will be able to tell you about your photos that may help you improve your photography.

I will keep my comments simple, my speaking pace in English at a pace comfortable for you, and I will make Simple Suggestions™ you should be able to understand and apply even IF your use of English is limited. Read more about how this works on the Six Minute Solution page .

Steadman

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Please tell others about this site.

That will help us help and inspire more photographers.

Just click this share button below.

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If this is your first visit to this site,

I encourage you to visit and read the following page

as it will help orient you to this site and some

very special opportunities for you.

Start Here

You should. It could help you.

 

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If you are outside of the USA,

I encourage you to read the

Global Visitors Page

You should. It could help you.

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Learn About Steadman’s

Six Minute Solution™

You should. It could help you.

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Seven ways you can help other photographers and yourself too!

Have you heard of Karma? Do you believe in the Golden Rule?

Karma is the belief that all deeds can shape the past, present, and future experiences. In the West, this is sometimes expressed by the Christian concept of “you reap what you sow.” In short, do good to others and good may come to you. I truly believe that helping others helps not only them, but also ourselves in ways we often cannot anticipate. Each action of good you do, can make the world a nicer place. Do you believe in the Golden Rule?

1. Tell others about this site.

If you frequent photography forums and see a good opportunity to let people there know about this site, please do. Others who read your favorite forums or blogs may be looking for free lessons and inspiring photographs from which they can learn. Or they may be new to photography forum posting and need some guidance on how to learn more from getting critiques of their photos. Just direct them to www.photomentors.com.

This site is written to inspire photographers of all levels and help them have a better experience in photography.

We even have ten pages devoted to tips on how to have a better experience on a photography forum and those tips may help your favorite forum have better posts and more participation.

2. Please tell at least three of your friends in your community or social network about this site.

If you are on Facebook for example, you could tell your friends.They could be at any level of photography. Anybody who likes photography can benefit from the free lessons or from seeing the thousands of inspiring photographs from some of the world’s best photographers. PhotoMentors has things designed to be of interest to ALL levels of photographers from Beginners to Advanced Professionals.

3. Click on one of the social bookmarking links in this page and let others know about this post or page or this new site.

Tweet your friends. Tell others you DIGG this site. Tell your Facebook friends. Look in the right column of this page and almost all pages on the site for the link that says “SHARE” and click on it to go a pop up list of bookmarking links. It is easy and fast. Or you can send an email to a friend through that link too. Here is another link so you can bookmark this page right now in two clicks of your mouse in three seconds.

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Please take three seconds now to tell others about this site. That will help us help and inspire more photographers.

Just click this share button below.

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4. Add a link to PhotoMentors site to your blog or site.

Or write a post on your blog about what you saw on this site. Did you see a photo that inspired you when you viewed a Masters of Photography Gallery here? Did you learn something about a photographer you had not known about before? Tell others about the thousands of photos by Masters of Photography found here. Remember, our focus is on providing free access to all kinds of photographs and information that will inspire photographers of all levels.

5. Save yourself time while also helping other photographers.

In the future you might come across a newbie or someone new to photography. They may be looking for inspiring examples of great photography or they may want some guidance. This site may help them have a better experience with photography too. You won’t have to type much to help them, all you have to do is simply post a link to this site and that may solve their problem with a couple of clicks of your mouse. Simply tell them to look for the section on Free Lessons and Tips. That helps them, saves you time, and helps me help other photographer learn. So, that is a Win+ Win+ Win.

6. Subscribe to the PhotoMentors mailing list for our FREE Newsletter.

Why? First because the newsletter will be used to tell you about Special Opportunities that may be very valuable to you. Some opportunities may involve substantial discounts on things photographers use. These will be “un-advertised” exclusive offers that may be as much as 50% – 70% OFF retail. Other opportunities are related to activities that may be for publishing images and other opportunities to learn or participate. The more subscribers the newsletter has will help us negotiate special offers and discounts from vendors that can then be passed on to you our readers.

It will only take a moment to add your email to the list. Simply fill in the simple Subscribe Form found on the right column of all pages here on the site. Look in the lower right column. The newsletter will keep you informed when we have special offers and opportunities for our friends around the world. You will also learn about exclusive discounts and other nice things.

Don’t worry about receiving too many newsletters or emails from us. We only send out the newsletter infrequently, but when we do, there will be something of value in it for you. There will be many valuable and exclusive things coming in the future, including great opportunities for photographers, so don’t miss this easy way to hear about it first.

7. Look around this site. Soak it in. Imagine. Be inspired!

You might find something else that interests you or helps you. In 2011 I plan to have hundreds of pages of freely accessible educational content, and 5,000+ inspiring photos by Masters of Photography, and dozens of free educational videos.

I recommend seeing the Site Map (Table of Contents) so you can easily see the long list of articles, posts, and pages listed by topics.

If you would like to see if I can help you as a mentor, then just give me a call using the Skype button or the phone number at the bottom of each Page.

Finally, do what you can to help others post their photos and also get comments and have a good time doing so. That makes the world a nicer place and gives us all more nice photography to see on the net.

Thank you for your help.

Steadman

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Not convinced yet? Want another opinion?

There are many more testimonials you can read from Visitors to Steadman Uhlich’s Art

Gallery (these are people who saw his work up close hanging in an art gallery at full size).

There are also comments and impressions from Global Visitors to his Studio

website who left their impressions of his work. There you can see hundreds of comments from over 50

countries around the world. Here is a link to the Global Impressions of the Global Favorite 50 Portraits.

There are also Testimonials from Steadman’s Studio Clients who have actually hired him to

produce artwork or portraits for them.

There are also Testimonials from 44 Photographers who

have bought many thousands of dollars of photography equipment from him. If you have any doubts about buying

anything from Steadman, you should read what they say about the accuracy of his descriptions of what he sold them

and their high satisfaction with the entire transaction process.

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Not convinced yet? Want another opinion?

These are just the testimonials about Steadman’s critiques of photography given through a single online forum. There were countless more not shown here.

There are many more testimonials you can read from Visitors to Steadman Uhlich’s Art Gallery (these are people who saw his work up close hanging in an art gallery at full size).

There are also comments and impressions from Global Visitors to his Studio website who left their impressions of his work. There you can see hundreds of comments from over 50 countries around the world. Here is a link to the Global Impressions of the Global Favorite 50 Portraits.

There are also Testimonials from Steadman’s Studio Clients who have actually hired him to produce artwork or portraits for them.

There are also Testimonials from 44 Photographers who have bought many thousands of dollars of photography equipment from him. If you have any doubts about buying anything from Steadman, you should read what they say about the accuracy of his descriptions of what he sold them and their high satisfaction with the entire transaction process.

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Your Introduction Call is free, but what you might receive or learn later is priceless!™

Your First Introductory Call will be directly with Steadman Uhlich.

If you have Skype, simply click on the “Call Me” button in the upper right column of any page on this site to make a free Skype-to-Skype call.

If you don’t have Skype yet, you can download the free Skype software in minutes via the link below the buttons below.

If you want to call using your own land-line phone or cellular phone, simply dial my Direct Dial number: (646) 233-1511.

My phones are generally answered during my normal operating hours of 9:00AM to 9:00PM EST (New York City Time Zone). Feel free to call anytime within that 12 hour window, 7 days a week.

If I am not on a call with another person or busy on a project, I will be happy to speak with you. If you get my answering machine or voicemail it means I am on a call with another person or busy. In that case, simply leave a detailed message on my voicemail with instructions on how I should contact you.

If you prefer to send an email you may do that by visiting my Contact Page or by using this address:

steadman@steadmanuhlich.com

Most voice messages receive a call back within two hours, whenever possible. All emails are answered the same day, whenever possible.

Call now. It is the first step to getting an unforgettable portrait, a beautiful photograph or painting, or a new way of learning and growing in photography.

You will find my service begins with a friendly hello.

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© 2011, Steadman. All rights reserved. No photos from this site may be used for any purposes, including display on another website, without prior written approval of the artist, Steadman Uhlich.

Ask yourself if the person can make a difference.

Ask yourself if they can help others think more creatively.

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Steadman’s professional success in the art world follows his professional success in the corporate world.

When he was just 36 years old, Steadman was a leading partner for the largest global management consulting firm. At that firm and previously at its largest competitor, he was responsible for initiating and leading direct face-to-face private meetings with the highest levels of corporate management for 129 large global corporations. He was the “Partner in Charge” of Global Profit Improvement Consulting. This position was created for him in order to take advantage of his unique skills and abilities.

He also established global networks of professionals working together in a virtual community.

The people participating in his Global Knowledge Network shared their knowledge to create a greater success for each and the client. It was a breakthrough in collaboration and global thinking. He has a “global” world-view and has studied more than twelve languages with a passion for understanding others from cultures around the world. Steadman has a broad knowledge of many cultures.

Chairmen and CEOs of many of the world’s largest corporations spent hours with him to learn his ideas for ways to increase their profits and improve their businesses.

His work was acclaimed by his clients, CEO contacts, and his partners around the globe. His mentor was the CEO of the firm and the Global Chairmen of both firms singled him out as an innovative role model for the entire partnership of the firm. Prior to that role, he sold millions of dollars of services in the computer industry.

At various times, people who know him have described him as a diplomat, marketing guru, rainmaker, and self-less leader in organizations and in global networks of professionals.

Here are verbatim quotes from testimonial statements from his former partners, including the global Chairman of the largest consulting firm in the world. These highly experienced professionals were usually skeptical of anything new or different.

Steadman brought innovative ideas to the firm and started a change of thinking, transforming how the partners looked at their skills, the needs of their clients, the value of collaboration and knowledge sharing, and the potential for growth of both the firm (business) and the individual.

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Here is how 60 of his partners described Steadman:

(These are excerpts from Verbatim Testimonial Quotes and letters.)

“Innovative example and role model”
“No one has done such a comprehensive job”
“Indispensable”
“Role model for a lead partner”
“Rainmaker”
“Secret Weapon”
“Visionary”
“Gutsy and Bold”
“Marketing Guru”
“Strategic Thinker”
“Strategic Marketer”
“Incredibly unique individual”
“He helps partners become more effective”
“Very effective and unique”
“Extremely valuable to our worldwide organization.”
“Unique skill set”
“Extremely effective”
“Unique breadth of knowledge”
“Without equal in my experience”
“Extremely valuable”
“Valuable relationship”
“Very valuable”
“Non-traditional approach”
“We were all favorably surprised”
“He makes things happen”
“He shows insight into client needs”
“Takes initiative and gets results”
“Epitomizes what cross selling is all about”
“Demonstrates leadership without requiring authority.”
“Refreshing approach”
“WOW!”
“Outstanding teamwork”
“Out of the box thinking”
“Happy to work with him”
“An outstanding individual”
“Impressed with Steadman’s knowledge”
“Good to work with and action oriented”
“Very valuable”
“Outstanding”
“Innovative and effective”
“Ego-less”
“His approach is not like any I have ever seen before”
“Valuable sounding board”
“He shows how to integrate the services”
“Very enlightening”
“Extremely effective”
“Highly valuable”
“Incredibly unique individual”
“Unique breadth of knowledge”
“Very valuable”
“Helped us increase our profile”
“Played an invaluable role”
“Very unique”
“Very successful”
“Refreshing and energizing”
“Outstanding!”
“I was amazed”
“Very creative approach”
“Impressed all”
“Professional and innovative”

The above is just a fraction of the many written testimonial comments from Steadman’s consulting partners.

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How does this apply to you if you are a photographer?

Steadman brings ALL of his skills to the table when helping his clients, including photographers around the world.

This means you not only have access to someone who can make photographs that cause people to say “WOW,” but also private access to someone who knows how to help other experienced professionals see new ways of making things happen.

If you are interested in getting help with the challenges you face as either an amateur or professional photographer, you can get professional level consulting and sound advice from Steadman.

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Now, through PhotoMentors, you can have live, direct, personal, and convenient access to Steadman as your personal Mentor.

Call today to learn more.

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Testimonials from a Wide Range of Very Satisfied People

These are just a few of the many testimonials about Steadman Uhlich’s value, trustworthiness, advisory skills, and abilities to help others with innovative ideas and creative methods.

Testimonials from Art Gallery Visitors

There are 140 testimonials you can read from Visitors to Steadman Uhlich’s Art Gallery (these are people who saw his work up close hanging in an art gallery at full size). Look for a link below.

Testimonials from Global Visitors About Steadman Uhlich’s Art & Photography

There are also hundreds of comments and impressions from Global Visitors to his Studio website who left their impressions of his work. There you can see hundreds of comments from over 50 countries around the world. Just go to www.steadmanuhlich.com and look at the comments beside the photos on the first 50 pages of that site.

There are also many testimonials from Steadman’s Studio Clients who have actually hired him to produce artwork or portraits for them. Just go to www.steadmanuhlich.com and look for the link to that section of that site.

There are additional testimonial letters here on this site from photographers that Steadman has mentored. Look for links to a few at the bottom of this page.

Testimonials from 200 Photographers Steadman has Helped

There are also 200 testimonials from photographers who have learned from Steadman or valued his critiques of their work and his advice on how they could improve their photography. Look for the link below.

Testimonials from 44 Photographers Who Have Bought from Steadman

As a seller to photographers, he has also sold many expensive items to people who had never before met him. For example, he has had many transactions with photographers over the internet. Some were international. Everyone was very satisfied with the transactions and the honesty and value they received from Steadman.

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Please tell others about this site.

That will help me help and inspire more photographers.

Just click this share button below.

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If this is your first visit to this site,

I encourage you to visit and read the following page

as it will help orient you to this site and some

very special opportunities for you.

Start Here

You should. It could help you.

 

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If you are outside of the USA,

I encourage you to read the

Global Visitors Page

You should. It could help you.

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Learn About Steadman’s

Six Minute Solution™

You should. It could help you.

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Seven ways you can help other photographers and yourself too!

Have you heard of Karma? Do you believe in the Golden Rule?

Karma is the belief that all deeds can shape the past, present, and future experiences. In the West, this is sometimes expressed by the Christian concept of “you reap what you sow.” In short, do good to others and good may come to you. I truly believe that helping others helps not only them, but also ourselves in ways we often cannot anticipate. Each action of good you do, can make the world a nicer place. Do you believe in the Golden Rule?

1. Tell others about this site.

If you frequent photography forums and see a good opportunity to let people there know about this site, please do. Others who read your favorite forums or blogs may be looking for free lessons and inspiring photographs from which they can learn. Or they may be new to photography forum posting and need some guidance on how to learn more from getting critiques of their photos. Just direct them to www.photomentors.com.

This site is written to inspire photographers of all levels and help them have a better experience in photography.

We even have ten pages devoted to tips on how to have a better experience on a photography forum and those tips may help your favorite forum have better posts and more participation.

2. Please tell at least three of your friends in your community or social network about this site.

If you are on Facebook for example, you could tell your friends.They could be at any level of photography. Anybody who likes photography can benefit from the free lessons or from seeing the thousands of inspiring photographs from some of the world’s best photographers. PhotoMentors has things designed to be of interest to ALL levels of photographers from Beginners to Advanced Professionals.

3. Click on one of the social bookmarking links in this page and let others know about this post or page or this new site.

Tweet your friends. Tell others you DIGG this site. Tell your Facebook friends. Look in the right column of this page and almost all pages on the site for the link that says “SHARE” and click on it to go a pop up list of bookmarking links. It is easy and fast. Or you can send an email to a friend through that link too. Here is another link so you can bookmark this page right now in two clicks of your mouse in three seconds.

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Please take three seconds now to tell others about this site. That will help us help and inspire more photographers.

Just click this share button below.

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4. Add a link to PhotoMentors site to your blog or site.

Or write a post on your blog about what you saw on this site. Did you see a photo that inspired you when you viewed a Masters of Photography Gallery here? Did you learn something about a photographer you had not known about before? Tell others about the thousands of photos by Masters of Photography found here. Remember, our focus is on providing free access to all kinds of photographs and information that will inspire photographers of all levels.

5. Save yourself time while also helping other photographers.

In the future you might come across a newbie or someone new to photography. They may be looking for inspiring examples of great photography or they may want some guidance. This site may help them have a better experience with photography too. You won’t have to type much to help them, all you have to do is simply post a link to this site and that may solve their problem with a couple of clicks of your mouse. Simply tell them to look for the section on Free Lessons and Tips. That helps them, saves you time, and helps me help other photographer learn. So, that is a Win+ Win+ Win.

6. Subscribe to the PhotoMentors mailing list for our FREE Newsletter.

Why? First because the newsletter will be used to tell you about Special Opportunities that may be very valuable to you. Some opportunities may involve substantial discounts on things photographers use. These will be “un-advertised” exclusive offers that may be as much as 50% – 70% OFF retail. Other opportunities are related to activities that may be for publishing images and other opportunities to learn or participate. The more subscribers the newsletter has will help us negotiate special offers and discounts from vendors that can then be passed on to you our readers.

It will only take a moment to add your email to the list. Simply fill in the simple Subscribe Form found on the right column of all pages here on the site. Look in the lower right column. The newsletter will keep you informed when we have special offers and opportunities for our friends around the world. You will also learn about exclusive discounts and other nice things.

Don’t worry about receiving too many newsletters or emails from us. We only send out the newsletter infrequently, but when we do, there will be something of value in it for you. There will be many valuable and exclusive things coming in the future, including great opportunities for photographers, so don’t miss this easy way to hear about it first.

7. Look around this site. Soak it in. Imagine. Be inspired!

You might find something else that interests you or helps you. In 2011 I plan to have hundreds of pages of freely accessible educational content, and 5,000+ inspiring photos by Masters of Photography, and dozens of free educational videos.

I recommend seeing the Site Map (Table of Contents) so you can easily see the long list of articles, posts, and pages listed by topics.

If you would like to see if I can help you as a mentor, then just give me a call using the Skype button or the phone number at the bottom of each Page.

Finally, do what you can to help others post their photos and also get comments and have a good time doing so. That makes the world a nicer place and gives us all more nice photography to see on the net.

Thank you for your help.

Steadman

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Not convinced yet? Want another opinion?

These are just the testimonials about Steadman’s consulting experience and skill from his senior partners at global consulting firms. There were countless more not shown here.

There are many more testimonials you can read from Visitors to Steadman Uhlich’s Art Gallery (these are people who saw his work up close hanging in an art gallery at full size).

There are also comments and impressions from Global Visitors to his Studio website who left their impressions of his work. There you can see hundreds of comments from over 50 countries around the world. Here is a link to the Global Impressions of the Global Favorite 50 Portraits.

There are also Testimonials from Steadman’s Studio Clients who have actually hired him to produce artwork or portraits for them.

There are also Testimonials from 44 Photographers who have bought many thousands of dollars of photography equipment from him. If you have any doubts about buying anything from Steadman, you should read what they say about the accuracy of his descriptions of what he sold them and their high satisfaction with the entire transaction process.

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Your Introduction Call is free, but what you might receive or learn later is priceless!™

Your First Introductory Call will be directly with Steadman Uhlich.

If you have Skype, simply click on the “Call Me” button in the upper right column of any page on this site to make a free Skype-to-Skype call.

If you don’t have Skype yet, you can download the free Skype software in minutes via the link below the buttons below.

If you want to call using your own land-line phone or cellular phone, simply dial my Direct Dial number: (646) 233-1511.

My phones are generally answered during my normal operating hours of 9:00AM to 9:00PM EST (New York City Time Zone). Feel free to call anytime within that 12 hour window, 7 days a week.

If I am not on a call with another person or busy on a project, I will be happy to speak with you. If you get my answering machine or voicemail it means I am on a call with another person or busy. In that case, simply leave a detailed message on my voicemail with instructions on how I should contact you.

If you prefer to send an email you may do that by visiting my Contact Page or by using this address:

steadman@steadmanuhlich.com

Most voice messages receive a call back within two hours, whenever possible. All emails are answered the same day, whenever possible.

Call now. It is the first step to getting an unforgettable portrait, a beautiful photograph or painting, or a new way of learning and growing in photography.

You will find my service begins with a friendly hello.

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© 2011, Steadman. All rights reserved. No photos from this site may be used for any purposes, including display on another website, without prior written approval of the artist, Steadman Uhlich.

These are the actual written, unsolicited, and verbatim quotes from art gallery visitors seeing Steadman’s work.

These are verbatim quotes from the Steadman Uhlich Fine Art Gallery (a real “brick and mortar” retail art gallery) guest book.

All quotes are about Steadman’s work as the entire gallery was devoted to Steadman’s photography and paintings.

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“Very impressive. I would only expect to see this quality in New York or Chicago.”

“Your gallery reminds me of the better galleries in Carmel-by-the-Sea in California.”

“WOW!” (Note: This comment was heard from almost all gallery visitors.)

“Eye arresting work. Absolutely captivating”

“Amazing.”

“Better than the work I have seen in New York and Los Angeles.”

“I walked by the front window and said ‘My God!’ Beautiful!”

“Some of the most beautiful art I have ever seen.”

“Best work I have ever seen.”

“Awesome…awesome.”

“Stunning”

“The most incredible photos I have ever seen…breathtaking”

“Outstanding.”

“Incredible.”

“Unlike any art gallery I have ever seen.”

“I came in and forgot I was in Birmingham, perhaps Chicago or New York.”

“This place looks like a museum because the art is so beautiful.”

“I have yet to pass the gallery (walking by the front window display) without stopping in complete amazement…wonderful works.”

“I have seen no finer work.”

“There is no one else who does what Steadman Uhlich does. Surperb photography of adults, children, flowers, seashells, paintings…Exciting, matchless, something to love and be proud of.”

“It’s not that all the subjects are Hollywood gorgeous. Steadman is somehow able to capture the beauty of each person he photographs—the inner beauty and the results are arresting, dramatic, and beautiful.”

“I always thought I would have a painted portrait of my children done but I love your photos so much and the expressions you capture that I’ve now changed my mind.”

“What a wonderful surprise to find your gallery and incredible art.”

“Absolutely beautiful work. Exceptional.”

“This is too good to be local or regional.”

“I am absolutely astounded! This depicts such a high degree of art and craft, and a sensitivity for the subject not often seen.”

“What a nice discovery.”

“We are so lucky to have you back in Alabama.”

“Such an asset for Birmingham.”

“WOW.”

“Beautiful works.”

“I feel like I have entered another world.”

“I have never seen anything like this before. Wonderful.”

“Absolutely beautiful work. Exceptional.”

“It’s amazing.”

“I actually pulled my car over to get a better look at the art in the window. I am so glad I came inside. Wonderful gallery.”

“Priceless.”

“Thank you for reminding me that beauty exists in imperfections.”

“Great stuff.”

“Truly awesome.”

“Your photographs embody beauty and character. You take a face most would consider not beautiful and capture the beauty in it for all to see and appreciate. Your work moves me.”

“Absolutely beautiful. Very mystical.”

“A very beautiful gallery.”

“What a joy today! Your art is exceptional.”

“Best work I have ever seen.”

“The work is stunning in its use of color! The detail in each work is breathtaking!”

“Fascinating and beautiful!”

“Exquisite”

“Stylized truth; quite beautiful”

“Beautiful, creative”

“Fabulous”

“Exciting, matchless”

“A wonderful innovative talent. Your works really are impressive and attention grabbing.”

“Steadman has an eye for a woman’s sensuality, a man’s sensitivity, and a child’s innocence. Beautiful!”

“A super cultural lift of my spirit.”

“I am so glad I stopped by your gallery. I am amazed by the originality of the work. It is so unique and you have something for everyone to enjoy…gorgeous…truly amazing.”

“The people on canvas are remarkable creations that make the canvas come to life. Gorgeous!”

“Your work is simply breathtaking.”

“What a beautiful and inspiring visit. Your work is extraordinary. I have never seen an artist who drew out the inner aspects of his subjects so well.”

“Steadman is somehow able to capture the beauty of each person he photographs. The results are arresting, dramatic and beautiful.”

“This is photography that speaks to your soul! Each photograph makes me want to know the story behind it. Beautiful works of art!”

“Thank you for reminding me that beauty exists in imperfections.”

“Life transforming.”

“Very moving”

“WOW! The portraits are spectacular”

Work is wonderful. The portraits tell a story about the subjects. Beautiful!

You have an amazing ability to capture true emotion. It is breathtaking.

“Your work is magnificent.”

“This is amazing! Beautiful! Interesting! Enjoyable!”

“WOW!”

“Beautiful”

“Beaucoup d’originalite! Merci beaucoup pour tant de beaute”

“Beautiful art.”

“I can’t pick my favorite because they are all so beautiful.”

“Beautiful artwork and experience.”

“The quality of your work is outstanding.”

“This gallery is like a fine art salon in 19th century Europe.”

“WOW!”

“Wow. Wow. Wow. Wow. Wow. Wow.” (This was written by one visitor.)

“Captivating and unique.”

“Very impressive. I love your gallery.”

“Your gallery is filled with beautiful art.”

“Your work is magnificent. Very refreshing.”

“Wonderful work. No pretensions, so pristine.”

“The photos are stunning and have taken my breath away.”

“Amazing.”

“I walked by the front window and said ‘My God!’ Beautiful!”

“Best I have ever seen.”

“Stunning”

“WOW!”

“It is amazing how you can capture people’s soul. Your work is priceless.”

“An asset to our community.”

“Gorgeous work. We are so impressed!”

“The work is beautiful. The individual portraits…amazing.”

“The originality, color and striking photographs just amaze me.”

“Superior”

“Outstanding!”

“Exquisite.”

“Fantastic!”

“Wonderful…innovative”

“You really capture the soul and spirit of the people in your portraits.”

“What you do is not photography. It is art and it is great. Love it””

“His work is fabulous! He makes you want to meet the people in the photographs.”

“Fantastic.”

“Great! Moving!”

“Beautiful…riveting.”

“I’ve never seen such beautiful work.”

“Amazing…It is breathtaking.”

“Words cannot express my fascination.”

“WOW.”

“Wonderful work.”

“Fantastic!!!”

“Beautiful.”

“Moving!”

“Fabulous!”

“Artwork is wonderful!”

“Breathtaking…exquisite.”

“Your photographs embody beauty and character.”

“Beautiful work. Very special. Exquisite.”

“Beautiful.”

“The next best thing to visiting the Louvre.”

“Very impressive…enjoyed very much.”

“This is art like I have never seen before.”

“What a great experience! Beautiful…amazing.”

“This is wonderful.”

“Beautiful…great show…great.”

“Very spiritual and healing.”

“Your passion is fantastic.”

“Very interesting.”

“Just beautiful.”

“Cool!”

“This show (of just Steadman Uhlich’s multi-media works) appears to be a collection of 5 unique artists showing collectively. I loved them all.”

“Just coming by is a visual and spiritual treat!”

“Great art.”

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There were thousands of similar spoken statements that were not captured in writing.

These quotes above were unsolicited and hand written by the visitors to Steadman’s art gallery.

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Extraordinary Portraits Can Affect People Emotionally

I consider my greatest achievement as an artist is the unexpected deep emotional response that sometimes occurs when people view some of the portraits I have created. Some of these portraits have a rare ability to touch the viewer’s emotions.

Sixteen people have literally been brought to tears while viewing photographs of people they do not know.

Two of these, wrote that this happened while viewing my works over the internet. Countless others who do know the people in the photos were also moved to tears. But it is those viewers that have no connection at all by family or friend to the person in the portrait image that I find most memorable and remarkable.

“The Greatest Satisfaction I Know as an Artist”

I never expected this to happen. Of course I would be pleased if my clients liked their portraits, or those portraits of members of their family. Countless times, I have received notes and calls and have been told how family members (husbands, mothers, fathers, grandparents) were moved to tears by a portrait I made of someone in their family. I thought that was wonderful.

But something else happened too.

Sixteen total strangers were moved to tears by some of my portraits of people they do not know.

It was not as frequent as seeing family members of my clients or clients themselves cry, it was certainly rare, and it was not expected.

Yet it happened 16 times!

Fourteen times I saw with my own eyes, and two additional times men wrote me to tell me this.

I truly saw it happen 14 times with my own eyes and the response came from both women and men.

Yes, men cried too!

It was when people who viewed a portrait I made were brought to tears by that portrait, yet they do not know the person in the portrait.

Bear in mind, these were not portraits of war victims, drought victims, or people in pain or suffering. They were not destitute, hungry, malnourished, or disfigured. They were portraits of ordinary people, not celebrities, not famous, not even known to the viewer.

When that happened, it changed my life in a profound way.

It gave me an idea or inspiration to follow a different path in my life and completely changed how I see photography and how I will use it in the future.

What caused those people to cry?

It is an extraordinary response to the face of a person they don’t know by prior meeting, but somehow know in their heart.

When I witnessed this response, I was watching the tears stream down their faces, and listening to what the viewers revealed to me.

Some told me things about what caused this response. Sometimes we just shared those emotions in silence, as they were so strong that it was truly a moment where the viewer was speechless. It always touches me deeply too, even to the point where tears filled my own eyes as I witnessed this emotion connection the viewer had with my work.

These have been some of the most unforgettable moments in my life as an artist. They transcend anything material or business related.

As an artist, it gave me the greatest satisfaction to know that my art has reached someone deeply, and to witness that with my own eyes was an unexpected moment of enlightenment. “

Steadman

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Please tell others about this site.

That will help us help and inspire more photographers.

Just click this share button below.

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If this is your first visit to this site,

I encourage you to visit and read the following page

as it will help orient you to this site and some

very special opportunities for you.

Start Here

You should. It could help you.

 

_________________

If you are outside of the USA,

I encourage you to read the

Global Visitors Page

You should. It could help you.

_________________

Learn About Steadman’s

Six Minute Solution™

You should. It could help you.

________________

Seven ways you can help other photographers and yourself too!

Have you heard of Karma? Do you believe in the Golden Rule?

Karma is the belief that all deeds can shape the past, present, and future experiences. In the West, this is sometimes expressed by the Christian concept of “you reap what you sow.” In short, do good to others and good may come to you. I truly believe that helping others helps not only them, but also ourselves in ways we often cannot anticipate. Each action of good you do, can make the world a nicer place. Do you believe in the Golden Rule?

1. Tell others about this site.

If you frequent photography forums and see a good opportunity to let people there know about this site, please do. Others who read your favorite forums or blogs may be looking for free lessons and inspiring photographs from which they can learn. Or they may be new to photography forum posting and need some guidance on how to learn more from getting critiques of their photos. Just direct them to www.photomentors.com.

This site is written to inspire photographers of all levels and help them have a better experience in photography.

We even have ten pages devoted to tips on how to have a better experience on a photography forum and those tips may help your favorite forum have better posts and more participation.

2. Please tell at least three of your friends in your community or social network about this site.

If you are on Facebook for example, you could tell your friends.They could be at any level of photography. Anybody who likes photography can benefit from the free lessons or from seeing the thousands of inspiring photographs from some of the world’s best photographers. PhotoMentors has things designed to be of interest to ALL levels of photographers from Beginners to Advanced Professionals.

3. Click on one of the social bookmarking links in this page and let others know about this post or page or this new site.

Tweet your friends. Tell others you DIGG this site. Tell your Facebook friends. Look in the right column of this page and almost all pages on the site for the link that says “SHARE” and click on it to go a pop up list of bookmarking links. It is easy and fast. Or you can send an email to a friend through that link too. Here is another link so you can bookmark this page right now in two clicks of your mouse in three seconds.

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Please take three seconds now to tell others about this site. That will help us help and inspire more photographers.

Just click this share button below.

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4. Add a link to PhotoMentors site to your blog or site.

Or write a post on your blog about what you saw on this site. Did you see a photo that inspired you when you viewed a Masters of Photography Gallery here? Did you learn something about a photographer you had not known about before? Tell others about the thousands of photos by Masters of Photography found here. Remember, our focus is on providing free access to all kinds of photographs and information that will inspire photographers of all levels.

5. Save yourself time while also helping other photographers.

In the future you might come across a newbie or someone new to photography. They may be looking for inspiring examples of great photography or they may want some guidance. This site may help them have a better experience with photography too. You won’t have to type much to help them, all you have to do is simply post a link to this site and that may solve their problem with a couple of clicks of your mouse. Simply tell them to look for the section on Free Lessons and Tips. That helps them, saves you time, and helps me help other photographer learn. So, that is a Win+ Win+ Win.

6. Subscribe to the PhotoMentors mailing list for our FREE Newsletter.

Why? First because the newsletter will be used to tell you about Special Opportunities that may be very valuable to you. Some opportunities may involve substantial discounts on things photographers use. These will be “un-advertised” exclusive offers that may be as much as 50% – 70% OFF retail. Other opportunities are related to activities that may be for publishing images and other opportunities to learn or participate. The more subscribers the newsletter has will help us negotiate special offers and discounts from vendors that can then be passed on to you our readers.

It will only take a moment to add your email to the list. Simply fill in the simple Subscribe Form found on the right column of all pages here on the site. Look in the lower right column. The newsletter will keep you informed when we have special offers and opportunities for our friends around the world. You will also learn about exclusive discounts and other nice things.

Don’t worry about receiving too many newsletters or emails from us. We only send out the newsletter infrequently, but when we do, there will be something of value in it for you. There will be many valuable and exclusive things coming in the future, including great opportunities for photographers, so don’t miss this easy way to hear about it first.

7. Look around this site. Soak it in. Imagine. Be inspired!

You might find something else that interests you or helps you. In 2011 I plan to have hundreds of pages of freely accessible educational content, and 5,000+ inspiring photos by Masters of Photography, and dozens of free educational videos.

I recommend seeing the Site Map (Table of Contents) so you can easily see the long list of articles, posts, and pages listed by topics.

If you would like to see if I can help you as a mentor, then just give me a call using the Skype button or the phone number at the bottom of each Page.

Finally, do what you can to help others post their photos and also get comments and have a good time doing so. That makes the world a nicer place and gives us all more nice photography to see on the net.

Thank you for your help.

Steadman

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Your First Introductory Call is free, but what you might learn later is priceless!™

If you have Skype, simply click on the “Call Me” button below to make a free Skype-to-Skype call.

If you don’t have Skype yet, you can download the free Skype software in minutes via the link below the buttons below.

Or, if you want to call using your own land-line phone or cellular phone, simply dial my Direct Dial number:

(646) 233-1511

My phones are generally answered during my flexible Global Operating hours of 9:00AM (0900) to 9:00PM (2100) EST (New York City Time Zone). Feel free to call anytime within that 12 hour window, 7 days a week.

You will find our service begins with a friendly hello.

If I am not on a call with a client, I will be happy to speak with you. If you get my voice-mail it means I am on a call with another contact or in a meeting or in a photo session. In that case, simply leave a detailed message on our voice-mail with instructions on how I should contact you. Most voice-mail messages receive a call back within two hours, whenever possible. All emails are answered the same day, whenever possible.

If you prefer to send an email you may do that by visiting our Contact Page. Or by using the following email address:

steadman@steadmanuhlich.com

Most voicemail messages receive a call back within two hours, whenever possible. All emails are answered the same day, whenever possible.

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© 2011, Steadman. All rights reserved. No photos from this site may be used for any purposes, including display on another website, without prior written approval of the artist, Steadman Uhlich.