Hello, my name is Calvin Childs and thank you for visiting IncBizNet. For the past 10 years, I’ve been a professional photographer and owner of Aperture Studio, which is a full service professional photography studio located in Philadelphia, Pa.

My career actually began along a different path as an insurance and securities sales officer. After three successful and lucrative years in the industry, I achieved top sales within the company. Thereafter, I decided to take time off to travel and enjoy the simple pleasures of life. It was then my passion for photography ignited and I redirected my focus into a thriving business.

Today, my company sells photographic prints and licenses stock photography images all over the world. Many of my photography collections are showcased and exhibited in various art galleries and art show communities. My license images range from fashion magazines to children’s storybooks. Aperture Studio specializes in commercial, youth, sports and school portraits, portraiture and weddings. The studio represents seven independent freelance photographers (including me) and bills over 2000 accounts each year.

Living in Philadelphia, I witness the need for guiding and mentoring the inner city youth towards their highest attainment. My foundation supports African American adolescent males -- teaming them with motivated successful African American men.

I pride myself in being extremely web savvy and contribute my success to a fundamental understanding on how to build a solid customer base through abundant internet resources. I enjoy discussing topics and trends about web marketing. Innovation in internet technologies related to the photographic and imaging industry are of particular interest to me.

I look forward to chatting with you online as we address photography trends and the way the web influences Philadelphia businesses. I trust my entrepreneurial spirit with 10 of online experience. Myself, along with key individuals with whom I work, look forward to providing you with keen insights about business in Philadelphia.