A curated archive of Marco Secchi’s photography-focused Substack articles—covering visual strategy, licensing, editorial markets, gear mindset, and the business of photography. All posts are live, accurate, and regularly updated.
📸 Professional Practice & Licensing
Making Money with Photography — Part 1
Hard facts, real markets — a professional roadmap to earn through photography.Unlocking the Potential of Image Licensing
Keywording, metadata, and modern image licensing strategies explained.Why Some Photos Sell
What editors, agencies, and buyers actually look for — and why.The Great Portfolio Graveyard
What happens when strong images sit unseen — and how to fix it.
🧠 Gear, Vision & Creative Process
Embracing Skill and Vision Over Gear
Why what’s behind the camera still matters more than what’s in your bag.Mastering Black and White Photography
Composition, contrast, emotion — the essence of timeless photography.The Prime Trio
Why prime lenses still matter — and what makes a perfect 3-lens setup.The Timeless Charm of Analog Photography
Slowing down to think, compose, and connect with the moment.
🎯 Mindset, Visibility & Motivation
Stop Hiding Your Photos
Perfectionism kills progress. Publish, share, repeat.You're Not Stuck, You're Just Not Moving
A photographer’s pep talk — strategy over stagnation.What Should I Do with My Photos?
Ideas, platforms, and goals for your archive’s second life.Where to Share Your Photos: Platforms
The pros and cons of Instagram, Substack, Flickr, and beyond.
📷 Technique & Learning
Mastering Zone Focusing for Street Photography
Shoot faster, more instinctively, and without missing your shot.The Importance of Photography Workshops
Why learning in person changes everything — skill, vision, income.My Timeless Affair with the Leica
Tool or partner? Thoughts on rangefinders, workflow, and shooting.
→ See the full archive at marcosecchi.substack.com/archive