Issue 17: June / July 2008 Magazine Contents

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News and leads
Magazines, county councils and stock libraries looking for your shots, along with some fantastic competitions to enter and other essential news for the freelance photographer.
So you want to be a travel photographer.
Earn money while you’re abroad? Sounds like heaven, but as Patricia Fenn explains, the skills needed to be successful can be learnt much closer to home…
Money Makers
A selection of shots from FPME subscribers that have made money, along with the stories behind how they were taken.
Member Spotlight
Last year, FPME subscriber Andrew Gibson moved to South America to start life as a full-time freelancer. We find out whether it’s been a success.
Rain stops pay
Landscape photographers tend to be governed by the weather, but we’ve met one who can make money come rain or shine. He shares the secrets of his success.

The 10 commandments
So, just what does it take to become a successful freelancer. FPME editor Roger Payne has ten tips that have served him well and, he says, everyone should follow.

Business advisors
Got a freelance problem that no-one can solve – put it our panel of experts and get the answer.
Bouncing back
Ever had your work rejected by a publisher or library? David Askham has and he found a interesting way to bounce back from the disappointment
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