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As you're studying all about the world of photography, turn to ASMP for valuable information about the business side of being a photographer.

Reading through this site in its entirety will provide you with a solid base of knowledge about the industry that will help you make the right decisions when you enter the field. Some good places for you to start are listed here. To get the most benefit from ASMP, we encourage you to explore membership for students.

Here are some starting points:

Chapter contact information — meet the professional photographers in your community
Photo Equipment Insurance — it covers what your home insurance policy doesn't
Seminars — ongoing education outside the classroom
ASMPproAdvice listserv — online discussion with peers and pros
Speaking from experience — how established photographers broke into the business
Mentor showcase — conversations with top photographers: Jay Maisel, Nick Vedros, Mikkel Aaland and others
Business articles — written by ASMP members for ASMP members
Pricing systems — software to take the guesswork out of your quotes
Recommended reading — a wide range of photo books from specialty publisher Allworth Press