Dayron Vera: The Desert Flower Photoshoot

February 19, 2020 Artist Spotlight
ballerina in the Phoenix desert, ballerina styled portraits, studio photography, Dayron Vera's wife

The Desert Flower photoshoot originally wasn’t an idea I had when I landed in Phoenix for The Portrait Masters Conference, even with me planning my main stage presentation and bringing all the costumes. I think it was the next morning as I crossed the parking lot of the hotel on my way to the auditorium […]

The Portrait System Podcast with Kitti McMeel

February 17, 2020 Artist Spotlight
photography podcasts, education for photographers, business marketing podcast, the portrait system podcast

Subscribe to The Podcast ART19 – Spotify – Stitcher – TuneIn – RadioPublic – Apple Podcast What initially sparked your interest in photography? “I found Sue Bryce online in 2014. I had lost my job and I needed to make some money,  when she looked at me and said, “I can make you a photographer […]

The Portrait System Podcast with Saray Taylor Roman

February 7, 2020 Artist Spotlight

Subscribe to The Podcast ART19 – Spotify – Stitcher – TuneIn – RadioPublic – Apple Podcast What initially sparked your interest in photography? “I was 13 when I got my first camera. I loved taking pictures of friends, cats, and the landscape around me. Fast-forward to college years – I took a couple of courses […]

The Portrait Masters Awards Now Open

January 15, 2020 News

CAN YOU WIN GRAND CHAMPION? SUBMISSION PERIOD: January 15th – February 15th Enter your images today for a chance to win up to $2,500, merits, and accreditation points. There will be one winner per category. Each of the nine category winners will receive a Crystal Portrait Masters Award of Honor for that category and $1,000. […]

Would You Book You?

August 9, 2019 Uncategorized

I have a visualization for you. Have you ever booked yourself a photographer and had the full experience? I truly believe as portrait photographers we should be photographed every year ourselves by someone we respect and admire. We should pay for this service and honor our craft, nothing will get you more attention in your […]

Westcott’s X-Drop Travel Backdrop System

August 5, 2019 Partners

During last week’s Personal Branding and Headshot LIVE, Sue discussed the gear she recommends you take with you on-location to have a successful shoot. Unless the location has a perfectly painted clear wall, you will need at least one backdrop. Since traveling with a huge backdrop may not be an option, She recommends Westcott’s X-Drop […]

Private Shoot at 2019 The Portrait Masters Conference

July 15, 2019 News

This year at the Portrait Masters Conference we have our incredible mentors and supporters available for various sessions throughout the conference at the Arizona Grand Resort. Reach out below to book your shoot! We currently have 27 tickets left to the Portrait Masters Conference, grab one before we sell out! Gerson Lopes Website: gersonlopes.com IG: […]

NOW OPEN: Awards & Accreditation

July 5, 2019 News
portrait photography, newborn, boudoir, children, family, pet, the portrait masters, photography awards

LEARN MORE HOW IT WORKS THE CATEGORIES ENTER IMAGES Past Winning Images Emma McMahon-Rowland Jamie Nease Lioutsia König Greg Thelian Entries close July 31 – winners and accreditation announced early September.

Studio Tour Thursday: July 4th 2019

July 4, 2019 Studio Tour Thursday

Studio Tour Thursday is a weekly blog post highlighting studios owned by active members of Sue Bryce Education. If you are a professional photographer and active member of Sue Bryce Education and are interested in being featured on Studio Tour Thursday, please complete this form: Studio Tour Thursday Request Due to the US Independence Day, […]

Tip Tuesday: 5 Tips for Sharper Images

July 2, 2019 Tip Tuesday
5 Easy Tips for Sharper Images - John Greengo Camera Fundamental Class - Sue Bryce - the portrait masters - WIDE

Our Tip Tuesday blog post is tidbits of advice from accomplished colleagues, mentors, and instructors. When you fully understand your camera and how to use it, your confidence behind the lens grows immensely and your work inevitably improves.  Follow these 5 easy tips from John Greengo, of John Greengo Photography, and watch your image sharpness […]