Printable Biography of Erin Manning

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Television viewers know Erin Manning best as the digital photography expert and host of HGTV and DIY Network’s Telly award-winning TV series The Whole Picture. She has also appeared as the techno-lifestyle guru on Enable Your Home and is author of Portrait and Candid Photography, published by Wiley.

Whether in front of the camera or behind it, photography has always been a part of Erin's life, shaping her experience and education in art, technology and entertainment. Erin's professional photography company specializes in lifestyle imagery for clients such as AT&T, Bank of America, Disney, lifestyle magazines, healthcare organizations and individuals. She also enjoys teaching photography to people of all ages, from children and college students to passengers onboard cruise ships.

Erin spent several years honing her craft by working as a commercial, portrait and stock photographer, as well as working for Getty Images, and completing a degree in Studio Art/Graphic Design from Loyola Marymount University. She is a member of the Advertising Photographers of America, Los Angeles Digital Imaging Group, Women in Photography International and the National Association of Photoshop Professionals.

Erin's forté is translating sophisticated, technical concepts to the consumer audience in an informative and entertaining manner. Erin tailors her presentation to the audience and client's needs.

Sample Topics Include:

Digital Photo 101 – Take Better Pictures in a Snap!
Create Beautiful images With Your DSLR
Portrait and Candid Photography
Understanding Light
Composing Your Shot
Technology - Translated
How to Brand and Market Yourself on a Budget

Testimonials

“Erin was a wonderful spokesperson for the clients we were representing at the Photo Marketing Association trade show in early 2007. She was able to flawlessly deliver their messages to the audiences of tv and radio station morning shows during live interviews from the trade show. She was well-prepared, very personable and easy to work with, and was great TV. We would work with her again in a heartbeat.” Top qualities: Great Results, Personable, Expert
Eric Wright - Vice-President, Marketing & Business Development – DS Simon Productions

“Erin Manning is a lively and entertaining host whose grasp of digital imaging truly helps break down complex technical topics so everyone can understand. She has been a guest on our radio show several times, it's always a pleasure to have Erin share her practical photography tips with our audience.”
Alexandra Gebhardt, VP, Media Strategies, Inside Media Networks

“Erin ran several digital photography sessions for business partners of my company. She was an extremely enthusiastic presenter who was both entertaining and informative, which is impressive in itself because it's not easy to do both. She's very low maintenance and a total team player. It was a pleasure working with Erin and I would not hesitate to recommend her to others. I'm looking forward to many more collaborations with Erin in the future.”
Ellen Gerstein, Marketing Director, John Wiley & Sons

“Besides being a joy to work with, Erin is a professional who is able to present creative ideas and communicate effectively to get information to her audience. I highly recommend Erin for any writing or photography project assignment.”
Top qualities: Great Results, Personable, Expert
Barry Pruett, VP and Publisher - Wiley Technology Publishing