10 things I wish I knew when starting my photography business

The moment I bought my first DSLR I knew that photography was my true passion. I didn’t consider myself a professional back then, but I was sure I wanted to become one. Well, the road  turned out a lot longer than I expected. I have learned there’s much more than meets the eye when it comes to the photographer profession.

 

So let me guide you through the 10 things I wish I had known when starting my photography career.

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Where to Get Income When You’re New to Photography

Photography as a career is extremely challenging and rewarding at the same time. On the one hand, photographers seem to be blessed people, because they do what they love. On the other hand, it sometimes gets very hard to make money on doing what you love – especially when you’re a freelance photographer.

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Luckily, there are some ways to effortlessly boost your income using just two tools: your camera and your laptop.

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8 Steps to Getting Your Photography Business Noticed

Photographers, photographers everywhere!

It seems in this social media age, new digital photographers flood the industry every day. These “professionals” boast low prices and high quality. There’s nothing wrong with that, but how do you get your work to stand out from the pack? What makes your images different than Johnny Photographer who was given a DSLR for Christmas along with a 1-year subscription to Adobe PhotoshopCC?

Furthermore, what makes your business better than the average photographer’s?

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5 Life-Saving Tips on How to Back Up Photos

Everyone’s heard the horror stories about people who’ve lost their photos, and everyone knows that – no matter what they’re of or what they’re for – losing your pictures can be devastating.

Whether it’s a folder of precious family photos, a portfolio, or a project for a client, replacing what was lost can be time consuming, expensive, and even impossible – which is precisely why photo backups are so important.

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10 Pro Tips to Design a Killer Mood Board to Present Your Work

When you’re working on a design or photography project for a client, a mood board can be one of the best ways to get your vision across. A mood board is essentially a collage of things that inspired you for this particular project. They can help you really nail down the look and feel of your work, and make sure it’s cohesive. But they’re not just for the designer; they’re also a great way to present your work to your client and showcase what you do.

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We’re going to walk you through some of our expert tips for designing a fantastic mood board that helps both you and your client achieve the result you want. In other words, it’s a win-win!

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Logos for Photography Business: 5 Trends to Use

A well-designed logo is a must-have tool for any photographer and studio wants to be seen on the market. According to many analysts, a logo plays an important role in entrepreneur’s success. Especially, if it’s a part of a brand identity.

 

Logos for Photography Business Trends

Use the following trends and ideas to create a powerful logo for your photography business and grab the attention of potential customers in a matter of a moment.

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7 Ways Custom Photo Backdrops Can Promote Your Business

How could you photograph a love story in Paris having less than $50 at your disposal? Or make local moms stand in line at your photo studio without running an expensive marketing campaign?

That’s totally possible if you pay attention to one single element of your studio setup – background.

Read on to find out how other photographers are successfully boosting their business with photo backdrops and why you should start using this terrific marketing tool right now.

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Photographic Education, Specialties, and Business: Interview with Photographer Melanie Weij

In one of our recent newsletters, I asked our subscribers to share their stories with me. The newsletter celebrated the beginning of spring and was dedicated to inspiration and aspiration in the contemporary photographic world. I always encourage readers to hit the reply button and get involved in the conversation. And often, you do (high five!).

Photographic Education, Specialties and Business: Interview with Melanie Weij

So did our subscriber, an Amsterdam-based Architecture / Product photographer Melanie Weij. It appeared that Melanie has just graduated from the University of Applied Photography and her excitement about a new stage in her life could be felt through my laptop screen.

I thought her story might be interesting and helpful to both photographer wannabes out there and those who are making their first steps in the business. So check out my interview with Melanie in which we discuss the role of education, focus, and planning in any photographer’s life.

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Budget Lenses Roundup for Aspiring Professional Photographers

A little while back, I went over a handful of DSLR camera options for anyone who is looking to get started with professional photography. Since I discussed camera bodies, the next step is deciding on some lenses.

And since we’re still trying to find some good options on a beginner’s budget, the lenses we go over are all on the lower end of the price scale. But don’t let the low prices fool you – there are some quality choices available for those who don’t have a ton of money to spend.

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11 Premium & Free Resources for Photographers (Bundles, eBooks, Courses)

How do I start my own photography business? How can I improve my shooting skills? What do I need to edit images faster? There’s no lack of information to answer these and other questions photographers may face.

But then again, choosing the right eBook, email course, or Lightroom preset collection from an overwhelming amount of available resources may be quite a challenging task these days.

11 Excellent Premium & Free Resources for Photographers

Not worries though, as always we’re here to help! In this post you can find 10 of the best premium and free resources for photographers that will help you achieve your goals and improve your workflow

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