Photography Careers and Business
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Social Media for Photography: 5 Reasons Why Every Photographer Should Use 500px
When it comes to growing your business, social media can be really helpful to get potential customers. This article is ...
The Business of Photography: Start Doing More of What You Love
Do not read if you are afraid of running a successful photography business. This article will be an overview of the "The Business of Photography" series and the basic idea of selling. Because selling will lead you to doing more of what you love and what you're passionate about.
Essential Photography Equipment Checklist
Forgetting a critical battery, filter, gel, or other piece of gear can have significant effects on your shoot. It's easy to forget small but important items. While we would not likely walk out of the door without our camera body, we might forget the all important Pocket Wizard Cable and thus be unable to execute certain off-camera lighting techniques.
What’s A Google Trusted Photographer? Here’s How to Become One
Google has taken Google Maps further by stepping out of the street, and into the buildings. Here's what it means to be a Google Trusted Photographer and how you can become one.
The Wealthy Photographer’s Best Kept Secret
Outsourcing your wedding photography workflow could be one of the most important business decisions you make. Here’s a topic that ...
Shoot And Burn, Or Shoot And Share? – Q&A With Matthew Saville
Question: What is the difference between “shoot and burn” and this new idea of “shoot and share”? Is it just ...
Shutter Teachers Curriculum Offers Extra Income Source for Photographers
Every time I meet a new person and tell them I’m a photographer or have lunch with my girlfriends and ...
Artisan State Releases $10 Little Black Book with Upgraded Features
I recently had the opportunity to review Artisan State's Little Black Book prototype. I had been looking for an affordable mini album option for my own family photos, as well as a more sophisticated alternative to the popular accordion mini books to offer my clients as a gift or package upgrade so these "Little Black Books" intrigued me. I, along with other photographers, offered some suggestions to Artisan State for improving the book and they listened! The book is now available for photographers to order with a few upgrades.
How to Start a Photobooth Business
A couple months ago, we decided to launch a photobooth business. As a wedding photography studio, we had most of the necessary experience, all of the require technical knowledge, and most importantly, a complementary business with preexisting clientele. But that didn't mean that we jumped right into it without doing the proper research. In actuality, we probably spent over 40 hours of total time, researching, testing, and prepping for our first photobooth event.
Are Copycat Photographers Getting You Down?
They say imitation is the best form of flattery, but sometimes it can be pretty annoying. Okay, seriously. If you've been a photographer for more than a couple months, you probably already have a few fans. Wonderful!
How to Install WordPress on Bluehost
Note: The interface may change if Bluehost updates their layout. If this is the case, please let us know in ...
When to Raise Prices | Diana’s Thursday Thoughts
Raising your rates can be a difficult decision - when to do it, what is fair enough to charge, and will anyone think you're worth it? The rates you set for portraits and wedding coverage matters. Each check goes into the end of the year money bucket which is basically, what you'll be making annually as a full-time photographer. Taking that into consideration, it's important to price your services in hopes that you book enough to make a decent living.
