How to Get Started in Freelance Photography
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How to Get Started in Freelance Photography

Many steps must be taken when turning your passion for photography into a career. It might seem overwhelming for newly independent contractors at first, but freelance photography jobs are attainable through research, passion, and a clear business plan. How to Get Started As a Freelance Photographer One of the first things you need to do…

How to Brand Your Photography Business for Success
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How to Brand Your Photography Business for Success

Gone are the days where you can take a beautiful picture and instantly stand out from the crowd. It seems like every photographer has access to the same preset or editing style, and you’re quickly learning that it’s time to do something different to stand out. So stay tuned, and we’ll talk through how to…

Find Your Focus Podcast: Episode 42
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Find Your Focus Podcast: Episode 42

Let’s Get Organized! Managing Content Calendars, Social Media Scheduling, and More! With Mandy Liz Marketing ourselves on social media can feel overwhelming with many asking themselves — “where should I start, what should I post, and how can I drive engagement with my audience?” In today’s episode, we chat to photographer and personal brand expert…

Find Your Focus Podcast: Episode 39
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Find Your Focus Podcast: Episode 39

Mentors and Masterminds in Photography with Jenni Maroney. Episode 39: Show Notes. Pivoting into education is not always the right move for everyone, and it is by no means a get-rich-quick scheme. You have to be passionate about helping others do the things that you have managed to do successfully in your business. Our guest…

Client Experience Workflows – Create Relationships that Last
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Client Experience Workflows – Create Relationships that Last

Giving clients a great experience doesn’t have to mean lavishing them with expensive gifts or spending oodles of money.  But with some planning, time, and effort, you can craft a client experience workflow to create an overall customer experience that wows! Learn: What a relational client experience looks like and how it benefits your business….

Explore the Best Lenses for Wildlife Photography
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Explore the Best Lenses for Wildlife Photography

Whether you’re a seasoned pro or just a novice looking to delve into the fascinating realm of wildlife photography, finding the right equipment to get the job done can be tricky. A wide variety of lenses are readily available on the market, ready to take the photography of any wildlife enthusiast to the next level….

See Our Pick for the Best Lens for Food Photography
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See Our Pick for the Best Lens for Food Photography

Food photography has become a staple of social media. Whether you want to document your adventures as a foodie or get started as a professional food photographer, it’s important to invest in the right gear to bring your favorite dishes to life. One of the things you will need is a lens for food photography….

Find Your Focus Podcast: Episode 29
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Find Your Focus Podcast: Episode 29

Cracking the Copywriting Code: How to Connect with Clients on Your Website with Rachel Greiman Episode 29: Show Notes. Grabbing website copy builds trust, proves your value, and can help fill your calendar with bookings. Today, we speak with photographer and copywriter, Rachel Greiman, about how you can write copy that hooks clients. We open…

Find Your Focus Podcast: Episode 27
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Find Your Focus Podcast: Episode 27

Being Authentically YOU: 6 Steps for Establishing Your Brand Identity with Abby Grace Episode 27: Show Notes. In order to market anything – your product, your company, or your ideas – you first need to define your unique brand. Your brand is not just the visuals, like your logo and your website, it also encompasses…

Find Your Focus Podcast: Episode 24
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Find Your Focus Podcast: Episode 24

Getting Your Life Back – Simple Systems to Save You Time in Your Business with Dahlia Orth, System Strategy Academy. Episode 24: Show Notes. Stress is one of those things that can take the joy out of your photography career, but implementing good systems can help reduce it. Nobody understands systems as well as Dahlia…

Yoga Photography That Aims to Inspire
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Yoga Photography That Aims to Inspire

Beautiful scenery, unique angles, and attractive people make yoga photography a popular subgenre of sports photography. The best professional yoga photographer shows not just the athleticism of the practice, but the meditative, peacefulness of it, too.  If you want to improve your yoga photography skills, these ten tips will help you get beautiful, iconic photos…

How to Take Prom Pictures That Are Jaw-Dropping
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How to Take Prom Pictures That Are Jaw-Dropping

As a photographer, specific points of the year are sure to bring in work. Prom is one of them. Snapping pictures of teenagers in formalwear might sound straightforward enough, but it requires careful planning and attention. This guide explains how to take pictures of prom that will preserve the memories of this special occasion. How…

Cole’s Classroom Picks: The Best Camera for Product Photography
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Cole’s Classroom Picks: The Best Camera for Product Photography

Many people use cameras to take pictures of products, whether for a profession or a hobby. Regardless of why you photograph products, you want to use a camera that takes high image quality pictures.  The best camera for product photography will have high megapixels, a quick processor, and autofocus features. Popular brands that make the…

Real Estate Photography Tips for Every Photographer
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Real Estate Photography Tips for Every Photographer

Real estate photos are the first things buyers see when searching for a home online. High-quality images even help people envision themselves living in the house. Well-done real estate photography captures a property at its best angle, showcases its unique features, and hopefully helps it sell for top dollar.  But as with any photography niche,…

Dog Photography Tips for Every Animal Lover
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Dog Photography Tips for Every Animal Lover

Photoshoots for pets have become a trend worth noting, and our dog photography tips will give you the information you need to get the look you want. You can use these pet photography tips for all kinds of pets and shoots both indoors and outside. Plan a List of Shots It’s a great idea to…

Bird Photography For Beginners
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Bird Photography For Beginners

Before we jump into some great bird photography tips, I must warn you…this pastime is highly addictive.  You might not know a red-tailed hawk from a red-breasted nuthatch right now, but after a few photo sessions with our feathered friends, you might just become hooked. Soon, you’ll want to know ALL THE THINGS about all…