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Feeling Intimidated? Ways to Gain Confidence as a Portrait Photographer

When was the last time you held yourself back because you just didn’t feel good enough to do...

Why Portrait Photography Is the Perfect Stay-At-Home Mom Side Hustle

While being a dedicated stay-at-home mom is a job all on its own, some moms (and dads) are also...

Building Lasting Relationships: Tips to Keep Your Clients Returning

When you are a new photographer, getting photography clients is a vital and time-consuming part of...

How to Discover and Develop Your Photography Style

Think about one of your favorite photographers, artists, or filmmakers. You likely could recognize...

Camera Care Tips for Trouble-Free Photography Sessions

Have you ever had that dream? You’re in the studio, about to start a family photography session....

Winning Over Clients: 5 Tips for Responding to Photography Inquiries

You have set up your photography website, spent time picking a photography business name,...

Why Networking with Other Businesses is a Must for Photographers

The business world loves the term networking. While it can be thrown around as a buzzword, when...

The Portrait Photographer’s Guide to Keeping Up With Trends

Who remembers the boom of selective coloring in the early 2000s? Everywhere you looked, you'd see...

5 Reasons to Turn Your Photography Hobby Into a Flexible Side Gig

If you have an eye for photography and love taking photographs, you are probably often told, “You...

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Top 5 Ways Workshops Can Transform Your Photography Business

Whether you’re just starting a photography business or feeling like you're in a rut, a photography workshop can provide education and inspiration. Every photographer has room to grow and learn new skills. Let's look at five ways attending a live or virtual photography...

Setting a Path for Growth: Scaling Up Your Photography Business

As photographers, we fill many different roles. We are creative ideas people, business owners, marketing managers, customer service providers, image editors and more. In addition to all the hats we wear as photographers, many of us are also spouses, parents and...

Essential Costs When Starting a Photography Business

While a career in photography will let you showcase your skills and creativity, there are also many, often less glamorous, things to consider when starting a photography business. Financial planning is crucial for any business venture. You must know and budget for all...

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