The Photohawk blog
Articles on sharing and selling event photos with Photohawk Studio, and on finding and sharing your family's photos with Photohawk Friends & Family.
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Bib number search: how runners find their race photos by number
路 4 min readHow bib number search finds race photos, why it sometimes misses a runner, and how to get the most from it, whether you run the gallery or ran the race.
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An event photo workflow for multi-photographer teams
路 4 min readA step-by-step workflow for event photo teams: planning positions, naming folders, uploading side by side, roles and access, and going live fast.
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Face grouping and privacy, explained
路 4 min readWhat face grouping in a photo app does, what face data is, where it's kept and how to stay in control, with Photohawk Friends & Family as the example. - Photohawk
Family photo sharing without social media
路 4 min readWant to share family photos without posting them publicly? Private options compared: group chats, shared albums, shared libraries and sharing by face. - Photohawk
How to find every photo of your child on your iPhone
路 4 min readWant just the photos of your child out of thousands? How to find them on iPhone with the Photos app, and how Photohawk Friends & Family makes it quicker. - Photohawk Studio
Free-download photo galleries for sponsors and event organisers
路 4 min readHow free-download event galleries work, why organisers and sponsors pay for them, how to quote for one, and how to set one up on Photohawk.
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GDPR and face recognition at events: what organisers and photographers need to know
路 5 min readFace recognition at events under the GDPR: why face data is biometric data, what to tell participants, consent, retention limits and an opt-out that works.
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How fast can event photos go online? Previews first, originals after
路 4 min readWhat decides how long an event gallery takes to go live, how to estimate it from your upload speed, and how previews first gets galleries live in minutes.
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How to sell race photos online: a practical guide
路 5 min readHow to sell race photos online: choosing who pays, pricing singles and bundles, getting the gallery live fast and helping runners find themselves.
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Keeping family photos private: end-to-end encrypted sharing explained
路 4 min readKeeping family photos private: what end-to-end encryption means for sharing, what to check in an app, and how Photohawk Friends & Family protects them. - Photohawk Studio
On-demand FTP for event photos: your own server, only when you need it
路 4 min readHow on-demand FTP works on Photohawk: start your own server in about 30 seconds, set up your FTP app once, and it switches itself off when you're done.
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On this day: rediscovering your photo memories
路 3 min readHow on this day photo memories work, how to see photos from this date in past years on your phone, and how to keep them private and worth opening. - Photohawk
How to organise photos by person, privately
路 4 min readOrganise photos by the people in them without handing over your library: faces found on your phone, only small cut-outs matched privately, real consent. - Photohawk
Organising photos of your kids as they grow
路 4 min readA simple system for organising photos of your children over the years: by person, by year and by milestone, without spending every weekend sorting. - Photohawk Studio
Pricing your event photos: commission, subscription or both?
路 4 min readHow to price event photos and choose between commission and subscription platforms: what each fee means, how to compare them and what to ask.
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How to save WhatsApp photos to your camera roll (iPhone and Android)
路 4 min readStep by step: turn on Save to Photos in WhatsApp on iPhone, for all chats or one, save older photos, and check Media visibility on Android. - Photohawk Studio
Selfie search for event photos: how it works and what happens to your face
路 5 min readHow selfie search finds you in event photos, why it sometimes misses, how to take a selfie that works, and what happens to face data afterwards.
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How to share photos with grandparents automatically
路 4 min readWays to send new photos of the children to grandparents without remembering every time: shared albums, shared libraries and automatic sharing by face. - Photohawk
How to share photos with the people in them
路 4 min readStop asking 'can you send me those photos?' How to send each person the photos they're in, one time or automatically, privately and without a group chat. - Photohawk Studio
Single-event photo galleries: how race photo platforms work
路 4 min readHow event photo platforms with one gallery per race work, the questions to ask before choosing one, and how running your own branded galleries compares.
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Web uploader vs FTP for event photos: which is faster, and when FTP still makes sense
路 4 min readWeb uploader or FTP for event photos? How each one sends files, why one is faster for big galleries, and when FTP is still the right tool.
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Where to find your race photos after the finish
路 4 min readJust finished a race? Where your photos usually are, how to find yourself by bib number or selfie, and what to do if you can't find any photos of you. Best Practices for Bib Tagging to Optimize AI Performance
路 5 min readExplore the various ways to optimize the performance of AI-based bib tagging systems for event photography.Advice for Race Organizers: How to Share Event Photos and the Importance of Bib Tagging and Facial Recognition Systems
路 6 min readLearn how race organizers can best share event photos using bib tagging and facial recognition systems.How Facial Recognition Will Save You Time as an Equestrian Photographer
路 3 min readDiscover how facial recognition for equestrian photographers can save you time and help riders find their photos instantly.7 Tips for Photographing Running Events
路 4 min readShoot better photos and help participants find their images easier with these 7 tips for photographing running events.How to Get into Mass Participation Photography
路 1 min readPractical strategies for aspiring photographers to break into mass participation event photography.What is IPTC Data and Why is it Important for Photographers?
路 1 min readLearn about IPTC data, the standardized metadata system that helps photographers organize, protect, and distribute their images.Must-Have Photo Sharing Software Features for 2023
路 3 min readExplore the essential features to look for when upgrading your photo sharing software in 2023.Why Race Organisers Are Moving Away from Social Media for Photo Sharing
路 1 min readExplore why race organizers are choosing dedicated photo platforms over social media for sharing event photos.Essential Equipment for Capturing Great Photos at Running Events
路 2 min readA guide to the essential equipment needed for photographing running events, from cameras to personal gear.What is EXIF Data?
路 2 min readLearn what EXIF data is, why it matters for photographers, and how to access and use it.How Many Photographers Should You Have at a Mass Participation Event?
路 2 min readA guide to determining the right number of photographers for your mass participation sporting event.What is Bib Detection Technology?
路 2 min readLearn how bib detection technology uses image recognition to revolutionize sports event photography.How to Manage a Large Photography Team for Your Sports Event
路 1 min readEssential tips for organizing and managing a large photography team at mass participation sporting events.How Digital Downloads Are Changing Sports Photography
路 1 min readDiscover how digital downloads are transforming sports photography business, from instant delivery to wider reach.
