Articles by: Hanna Brooks Olsen

For some, Memorial Day weekend represents the kick-off to camping season — for others, it's a time to reflect on the sacrifice of those who have served the United States. And for those of us who love to make stuff, it's a much-needed extra day to breathe, catch up on reading, and maybe make something cool.

Business strategist and author Tara Gentile knows that sometimes, your small business will run aground. Whether it's a lull in business, a marketing mishap, or the feeling that you're constantly, perpetually in crisis mode, your small business can sometimes feel more like a burning building than the thing you spent your entire life trying to construct.

[caption id="attachment_14500" align="alignnone" width="620"] Photo: Lindsay Adler[/caption] Whether you're new to photography, haven't had a ton of formal training, or were just always the kind of kid who learned best by doing, the terminology and lingo of making pictures can be enough to make your head spin. But knowing the language – like lighting terms and other important descriptors – can help you better communicate with your fellow artists.

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