Innovation in photography can be measured through technological advancements— batteries get smaller, sensors become more sensitive, storage size increases—but in this issue of PDNedu, we take a broader approach to defining what it means to be innovative. How do photographers and their editors approach storytelling with new mediums? How can one stand out from their peers? Ingenuity can be imbued in your attitude, lifestyle or business approach, as well as your creative vision.

In our “Focus on Innovation” section, we speak with veteran photographers about how going against the grain, broadening skillsets and embracing discomfort can foster inventiveness. We also interview six creatives with different backgrounds in photography and filmmaking who embody resourcefulness and initiative. And, in our new “How To” series, we outline three ways to lead a more independent photography lifestyle, from packing up and moving abroad, to marketing yourself, to keeping up with technology.

Technological advancements are made left and right, so we also take a look at what’s next for imaging in the feature “Futurology.” And, as virtual reality is here to stay, we speak to editors about how the new medium is shaping the way they assign work. It’s an exciting time to pick up some new skills, so we hope you’re inspired to get started.

We’d also like to wish Nikon a happy centennial. We’ve
partnered with them to produce PDNedu since its inception,
and in “Out of the Past,” we take a look at the brand’s 100-
year legacy.
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VOLUME 16, ISSUE 1

Spring 2017

To bring the real-world inspiration, techniques and business
expertise of established pros to budding photographers and
their instructors in high school and college programs.

SVP, PHOTO+

John McGeary

VP & PUBLISHER, PHOTO+

Lauren Wendle

DIRECTOR,
CREATIVE SERVICES

Moneer Masih-Tehrani

MANAGING EDITOR

Jacqui Palumbo

ASSOCIATE EDITOR

Taryn Swadba

COPY EDITOR

Elissa Hunter

DESIGN

Natalie Ryan

CONTRIBUTORS

Amanda Baltazar, Mindy
Charski, Jessica Gordon,
Theano Nikitas, Matthew
Ismael Ruiz, Greg Scoblete,
Amy Touchette, Brienne
Walsh, Nancy Wolff

PRODUCTION DIRECTOR

Daniel Ryan

PRODUCTION MANAGER

Gennie Kiuchi

CIRCULATION

Lori Golczewski

ONLINE PROJECT MANAGER

Reiko Matsuo

ASSOCIATE PUBLISHER

Mark Brown (646) 668-3702

SALES DIRECTOR

Mike Gangel (646) 668-3717

SENIOR
ACCOUNT EXECUTIVES

Lori Reale (858) 204-8956

Jon McLoughlin (646) 668-3746

ACCOUNT EXECUTIVES

Dennis Tyhacz (646) 668-3779

CEO AND PRESIDENT

David Loechner

CFO AND TREASURER

Philip Evans

CHIEF INFORMATION OFFICER

Bill Charles

VICE PRESIDENT, GENERAL COUNSEL AND SECRETARY

David Gosling

SENIOR VICE
PRESIDENT, OPERATIONS

Lori Jenks

SENIOR VICE
PRESIDENT, DIGITAL

Teresa Reilly

SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT, MARKETING SERVICES

Joanne Wheatley

VICE PRESIDENT,
HUMAN RESOURCES

Eileen Deady

VICE PRESIDENT,
CORPORATE OPERATIONS

Denise Bashem

On the Cover

A striking portrait of a fencer by Nikon Ambassador Sandro. See how the acclaimed advertising and fine-art photographer defines personal innovation on page 24.