Todd Bigelow
@tbfreelance.bsky.social
Contributing Photographer to Contact Press Images
All images mine.
Author: “Freelance Photographer’s Guide to Success: Business Essentials”.
Business of Photography Workshop founder, travel junkie & lover of all things outdoors!
Instagram: tbfreelance
All images mine.
Author: “Freelance Photographer’s Guide to Success: Business Essentials”.
Business of Photography Workshop founder, travel junkie & lover of all things outdoors!
Instagram: tbfreelance
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Todd Bigelow
@tbfreelance.bsky.social
· Sep 9
Literally the best tuition I've seen in many years. Super accessible for 2 full days of intensive instruction in business topics freelancers face daily.
Info & Registration 👉 www.asmp.org/ne/event/bus...
#photography #photojournalism #freelance #valueyourself #asmp #boston
Info & Registration 👉 www.asmp.org/ne/event/bus...
#photography #photojournalism #freelance #valueyourself #asmp #boston
Sorting old boxes from the move & came across this print of my wife who met me in NY after another year on Black Team at Eddie Adams Workshop. Oct ‘93. #streetphotography
November 30, 2025 at 9:48 PM
Sorting old boxes from the move & came across this print of my wife who met me in NY after another year on Black Team at Eddie Adams Workshop. Oct ‘93. #streetphotography
As a photographer, I'm constantly on the go & drink lots of coffee so I know when prices skyrocket like they have.
To the cult-like GOP voters, if you buy into Trump's claims that his tariffs don't raise prices, why would removing his tariffs lower prices?
finance.yahoo.com/news/live/tr...
To the cult-like GOP voters, if you buy into Trump's claims that his tariffs don't raise prices, why would removing his tariffs lower prices?
finance.yahoo.com/news/live/tr...
Trump tariffs live updates: Trump lifts duties on Brazil's beef, coffee in latest bid to tackle price concerns
Yahoo Finance is chronicling the latest news and updates on President Trump's plans to impose tariffs on goods from other countries.
finance.yahoo.com
November 21, 2025 at 2:16 PM
As a photographer, I'm constantly on the go & drink lots of coffee so I know when prices skyrocket like they have.
To the cult-like GOP voters, if you buy into Trump's claims that his tariffs don't raise prices, why would removing his tariffs lower prices?
finance.yahoo.com/news/live/tr...
To the cult-like GOP voters, if you buy into Trump's claims that his tariffs don't raise prices, why would removing his tariffs lower prices?
finance.yahoo.com/news/live/tr...
I just returned from teaching Central Michigan Univ students about running freelance biz and discussed CODB & tariffs.
The arsonist, Trump, will want credit for putting out the fire he started. Doesn't work that way tho. #freelance #business www.wsj.com/economy/cons...
The arsonist, Trump, will want credit for putting out the fire he started. Doesn't work that way tho. #freelance #business www.wsj.com/economy/cons...
White House Hunts for Ways to Lower the Cost of Living
Aside from reducing tariffs, President Trump faces limits in his ability to bring down prices.
www.wsj.com
November 16, 2025 at 3:06 PM
I just returned from teaching Central Michigan Univ students about running freelance biz and discussed CODB & tariffs.
The arsonist, Trump, will want credit for putting out the fire he started. Doesn't work that way tho. #freelance #business www.wsj.com/economy/cons...
The arsonist, Trump, will want credit for putting out the fire he started. Doesn't work that way tho. #freelance #business www.wsj.com/economy/cons...
Italy just does color better! 🇮🇹
#streetphotography #travel #italy #italian #colorphotography #wanderlust
#streetphotography #travel #italy #italian #colorphotography #wanderlust
November 6, 2025 at 6:17 PM
Italy just does color better! 🇮🇹
#streetphotography #travel #italy #italian #colorphotography #wanderlust
#streetphotography #travel #italy #italian #colorphotography #wanderlust
Even running an errand to buy flowers is fun in San Diego. 😎
November 6, 2025 at 2:49 AM
Even running an errand to buy flowers is fun in San Diego. 😎
Back to Back!!!!!
November 2, 2025 at 4:30 AM
Back to Back!!!!!
Happy 80th Bday to the coolest dude I ever photographed, the one and only Henry Winkler! An incredible actor but also a great children’s book author!
October 30, 2025 at 11:02 PM
Happy 80th Bday to the coolest dude I ever photographed, the one and only Henry Winkler! An incredible actor but also a great children’s book author!
Yeah, I mean why spend the money to ski fresh tracks in deep, fluffy powder during the winter when you can save money and ski on hard packed corduroy groomers full of obstacles. 🙄
Writer Brigid Mander has a novel suggestion: If you’re going to splurge on a ski trip, bide your time for the best season—spring.
The Joy of Spring Skiing
There’s something special about gliding down the slopes in the sunshine. It’s also less crowded and cheaper.
on.wsj.com
October 29, 2025 at 10:04 PM
Yeah, I mean why spend the money to ski fresh tracks in deep, fluffy powder during the winter when you can save money and ski on hard packed corduroy groomers full of obstacles. 🙄
After my workshop in Boston last week I headed to NY for a quick visit with friends and colleagues. Who doesn't love just strolling the streets?
#newyork #streetphotography #monochrome #travel #ny
#newyork #streetphotography #monochrome #travel #ny
October 29, 2025 at 9:54 PM
After my workshop in Boston last week I headed to NY for a quick visit with friends and colleagues. Who doesn't love just strolling the streets?
#newyork #streetphotography #monochrome #travel #ny
#newyork #streetphotography #monochrome #travel #ny
Wrapped up a great few days in Boston teaching my workshop for ASMP New England. The city sent me on my way with a beautiful Fall day!
#photography #fall #photoworkshop #boston
#photography #fall #photoworkshop #boston
October 20, 2025 at 6:38 PM
Wrapped up a great few days in Boston teaching my workshop for ASMP New England. The city sent me on my way with a beautiful Fall day!
#photography #fall #photoworkshop #boston
#photography #fall #photoworkshop #boston
Heading out for the ASMP Business of Photography Workshop in Boston! There’s still some availability and free financial aid. Info & registration at
www.asmp.org/ne/event/bus...
#photography #business #boston #freelance
www.asmp.org/ne/event/bus...
#photography #business #boston #freelance
October 16, 2025 at 2:47 PM
Heading out for the ASMP Business of Photography Workshop in Boston! There’s still some availability and free financial aid. Info & registration at
www.asmp.org/ne/event/bus...
#photography #business #boston #freelance
www.asmp.org/ne/event/bus...
#photography #business #boston #freelance
Can you recall the day you started praying?
October 15, 2025 at 10:51 PM
Can you recall the day you started praying?
Financial aid is still available for the ASMP New England #photo workshop this weekend thanks to the generosity of a colleague. If interested, message me and I'll put you in touch with the coordinator. Hurry, though, it starts Friday!
#photography #boston
Register at www.asmp.org/ne/event/bus...
#photography #boston
Register at www.asmp.org/ne/event/bus...
Business of Photography Workshop with Todd Bigelow - ASMP New England
Designed specifically to address the shortfall in business training for freelance photographers, this seminar is geared toward freelancer photographers interested in working primarily for media outlet...
www.asmp.org
October 13, 2025 at 10:02 PM
Financial aid is still available for the ASMP New England #photo workshop this weekend thanks to the generosity of a colleague. If interested, message me and I'll put you in touch with the coordinator. Hurry, though, it starts Friday!
#photography #boston
Register at www.asmp.org/ne/event/bus...
#photography #boston
Register at www.asmp.org/ne/event/bus...
Astonishing reporting by Murdoch's (Fox News) Wall Street Journal! No sex offenders go to fed camp but Maxwell was transferred there after meeting with Trump admin. Why?
Only explanation is Maxwell gets a kush life if she shuts up about Trump. Release the Epstein files.
www.wsj.com/us-news/ghis...
Only explanation is Maxwell gets a kush life if she shuts up about Trump. Release the Epstein files.
www.wsj.com/us-news/ghis...
Lockdowns and a Mysterious Meeting: A Quiet Texas Prison Adapts to Life With Ghislaine Maxwell
The unexpected arrival of the Epstein associate upset the camp’s routines. Some inmates say she got favorable treatment.
www.wsj.com
October 12, 2025 at 4:22 PM
Astonishing reporting by Murdoch's (Fox News) Wall Street Journal! No sex offenders go to fed camp but Maxwell was transferred there after meeting with Trump admin. Why?
Only explanation is Maxwell gets a kush life if she shuts up about Trump. Release the Epstein files.
www.wsj.com/us-news/ghis...
Only explanation is Maxwell gets a kush life if she shuts up about Trump. Release the Epstein files.
www.wsj.com/us-news/ghis...
One glaring omission by the @nytimes.com in this otherwise good analysis is the cost to insure an EV is typically much higher due to the expensive electronic components and EVs are more often totaled in even minor accidents due to very high repair costs. www.nytimes.com/2025/10/08/u...
How Much It Costs to Drive an E.V. and a Gas Car in Every State
www.nytimes.com
October 8, 2025 at 3:34 PM
One glaring omission by the @nytimes.com in this otherwise good analysis is the cost to insure an EV is typically much higher due to the expensive electronic components and EVs are more often totaled in even minor accidents due to very high repair costs. www.nytimes.com/2025/10/08/u...
Had to 🙄 at this dude trying to figure out how to make it around the roundabouts in the neighborhood. Mind you, to get to this spot the driver drove right by a gigantic sign warning “NO BIG TRUCKS”.
The best is the Allied Movers moto on the back. They’re the “careful movers.” 😆
The best is the Allied Movers moto on the back. They’re the “careful movers.” 😆
October 6, 2025 at 9:22 PM
Had to 🙄 at this dude trying to figure out how to make it around the roundabouts in the neighborhood. Mind you, to get to this spot the driver drove right by a gigantic sign warning “NO BIG TRUCKS”.
The best is the Allied Movers moto on the back. They’re the “careful movers.” 😆
The best is the Allied Movers moto on the back. They’re the “careful movers.” 😆
Was a beautiful walk around Miramar Lake today. 😍
#sandiegolife
#sandiegolife
October 6, 2025 at 4:21 AM
Was a beautiful walk around Miramar Lake today. 😍
#sandiegolife
#sandiegolife
Thinking of joining ASMP in Boston for the 2 day business of #photography workshop? Here's a good example of what we delve into.👇
From 2021, I was the guest on the B&H Photo podcast which turned out to be their most popular pod that year. bhphotopodcast.libsyn.com/the-business...
#freelance
From 2021, I was the guest on the B&H Photo podcast which turned out to be their most popular pod that year. bhphotopodcast.libsyn.com/the-business...
#freelance
B&H Photography Podcast: The Business of Freelance Photography, with Todd Bigelow
This week’s episode of the provides a lesson we all can use: how to be better businesspeople while we are being better photographers. Much of this advice comes from our intriguing guest, photographer...
bhphotopodcast.libsyn.com
October 4, 2025 at 3:14 PM
Thinking of joining ASMP in Boston for the 2 day business of #photography workshop? Here's a good example of what we delve into.👇
From 2021, I was the guest on the B&H Photo podcast which turned out to be their most popular pod that year. bhphotopodcast.libsyn.com/the-business...
#freelance
From 2021, I was the guest on the B&H Photo podcast which turned out to be their most popular pod that year. bhphotopodcast.libsyn.com/the-business...
#freelance
I've read enough of these stories and have far too many friends in "the biz" who've seen work evaporate to recognize that they're going through exactly what mags & newspapers went through. This is permanent change & requires pivoting to New & multiple revenue streams. www.wsj.com/business/med...
L.A.’s Entertainment Economy Is Looking Like a Disaster Movie
Work is evaporating, businesses are closing, longtime residents are leaving, and Los Angeles’s creative middle class is hanging on by a thread.
www.wsj.com
October 3, 2025 at 3:32 PM
I've read enough of these stories and have far too many friends in "the biz" who've seen work evaporate to recognize that they're going through exactly what mags & newspapers went through. This is permanent change & requires pivoting to New & multiple revenue streams. www.wsj.com/business/med...
For years I've received inquiries asking to teach my workshop on the East Coast. The American Society of Media Photographers (ASMP), New England chapter, stepped up to host it on October 17 & 18th.
#photography #photographyworkshop #photojournalism #freelance
#photography #photographyworkshop #photojournalism #freelance
October 2, 2025 at 5:28 PM
For years I've received inquiries asking to teach my workshop on the East Coast. The American Society of Media Photographers (ASMP), New England chapter, stepped up to host it on October 17 & 18th.
#photography #photographyworkshop #photojournalism #freelance
#photography #photographyworkshop #photojournalism #freelance
Trump admin is preparing to give more welfare (they did it in 1st admin) to farmers because he's destroyed their income with his trade policies. Farmers overwhelmingly support him and, once again, will accept welfare checks due to his idiotic economic policy. finance.yahoo.com/news/candid-...
Candid photo of Scott Bessent’s phone reveals administration’s concern about two key Trump policies
A member of the Trump administration has seemingly raised a red flag after China bought millions of tons of Argentinian soybeans, taking advantage of a financial lifeline the US Treasury Department sa...
finance.yahoo.com
September 30, 2025 at 7:47 PM
Trump admin is preparing to give more welfare (they did it in 1st admin) to farmers because he's destroyed their income with his trade policies. Farmers overwhelmingly support him and, once again, will accept welfare checks due to his idiotic economic policy. finance.yahoo.com/news/candid-...
UPDATE: Barely two weeks out, here's some of the people & companies who've stepped up to support the workshop in Boston.
1. Anonymous donor! $2k to cover students & freelancers! 💰
2. @thinktankphoto.bsky.social donating for giveaways! 🎒
3. My book publisher providing discounts to attendees! 📖
1. Anonymous donor! $2k to cover students & freelancers! 💰
2. @thinktankphoto.bsky.social donating for giveaways! 🎒
3. My book publisher providing discounts to attendees! 📖
Literally the best tuition I've seen in many years. Super accessible for 2 full days of intensive instruction in business topics freelancers face daily.
Info & Registration 👉 www.asmp.org/ne/event/bus...
#photography #photojournalism #freelance #valueyourself #asmp #boston
Info & Registration 👉 www.asmp.org/ne/event/bus...
#photography #photojournalism #freelance #valueyourself #asmp #boston
September 30, 2025 at 5:53 PM
UPDATE: Barely two weeks out, here's some of the people & companies who've stepped up to support the workshop in Boston.
1. Anonymous donor! $2k to cover students & freelancers! 💰
2. @thinktankphoto.bsky.social donating for giveaways! 🎒
3. My book publisher providing discounts to attendees! 📖
1. Anonymous donor! $2k to cover students & freelancers! 💰
2. @thinktankphoto.bsky.social donating for giveaways! 🎒
3. My book publisher providing discounts to attendees! 📖
National Parks & forests are expected to close or be severely impacted by the looming government shutdown, so plan those fall excursions carefully! The last shutdown was during the Trump administration as well and lasted 35 days. #shutdown #nationalparks #travel
September 30, 2025 at 5:48 PM
National Parks & forests are expected to close or be severely impacted by the looming government shutdown, so plan those fall excursions carefully! The last shutdown was during the Trump administration as well and lasted 35 days. #shutdown #nationalparks #travel
This settlement gives credit to the what people like me (who've dealt for years with infringement) have said forever; infringers prefer to ask for forgiveness instead of permission. Be sure to register your images with the USCO. #copyright
www.cnbc.com/2025/09/25/j...
www.cnbc.com/2025/09/25/j...
Judge in Anthropic copyright case preliminarily approves $1.5 billion settlement with authors
The lawsuit alleged that the AI startup illegally downloaded material from pirated databases.
www.cnbc.com
September 25, 2025 at 11:25 PM
This settlement gives credit to the what people like me (who've dealt for years with infringement) have said forever; infringers prefer to ask for forgiveness instead of permission. Be sure to register your images with the USCO. #copyright
www.cnbc.com/2025/09/25/j...
www.cnbc.com/2025/09/25/j...
Still 🤩 about yesterday’s golden hour walkabout.
#sandiego #walkabout #goldenhour #sandiegoliving #delmar
#sandiego #walkabout #goldenhour #sandiegoliving #delmar
September 24, 2025 at 10:40 PM
Still 🤩 about yesterday’s golden hour walkabout.
#sandiego #walkabout #goldenhour #sandiegoliving #delmar
#sandiego #walkabout #goldenhour #sandiegoliving #delmar