While we must be careful not to “spam” church members with our photography business, I think there are some ways to indirectly gain photographic experience and references while also being able to minister in the church. As much as possible, we should look to use the photographic skills God has given us to minister to …
A reflector can be a great tool to help improve the lighting for your photography. Here are some tips on how to use a reflector for portrait photography. A 5-in-1 reflector kit can be purchased relatively inexpensively. This kit will include a silver, gold, black, and white sides, along with a white translucent diffuser disc. The …
Wedding photography can be a great part-time or full-time business, but it is not for everyone. Below is an excerpt from my e-book “The Rookie Wedding Photographer’s Survival Guide”, detailing some pros and cons of a wedding photography business: THE POSITIVES First of all, most weddings are on weekends. This usually allows for a …
Since outdoor lighting can often be so unpredictable, even changing by the minute, it is good to be prepared with gear that can help with those lighting difficulties. Here are some tips on using a translucent diffuser for natural light portrait photography. If there is no overhead cover at your portrait location on a …
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This has got to be one of the biggest debates in the photography world. Who makes the better camera- Canon or Nikon? Well, I am here to settle this debate once and for all. Actually, I probably won’t settle the debate even a little bit, but hopefully give some clarity and direction to those looking …
I know the featured image looks dated. If you are a younger person, you may be wondering what the image is. Hang on- I’ll explain! Do you create great images? Do you create a lot of great images? I mean, do you create A LOT of GREAT images? Are you able to …
The most important thing to remember when thinking about starting a photography business is that it is a BUSINESS. If you plan to run a business, you are responsible to abide by the laws where you live. Please note: This page does not contain legal advice. I am not a lawyer or an accountant, and …
Real Estate Photography Business Have you ever browsed through listings on real estate websites? I have seen some great listings, and some that are not so great. Just because a real estate agent has a great camera, doesn’t mean they will be able to use it properly to produce eye-catching photography for their listings. I have seen …
There are many reasons why a photography business may succeed or fail. Businesses come and go all the time. Some are still thriving, even in tough economic times. Here are three keys for success in your part-time or full-time business: 1. Business skills- These three keys aren’t necessarily in order of importance, but if …
There are some a number of positive reasons for having a portrait photography business, but for now, here’s 5: Repeat Customers- If you can attract good customers, they will come back again and again. Christmas, family reunions, births, birthdays, senior pictures, and on and on. Flexible Schedule- Unlike a commercial photography business, where deadlines are …