At any level of professional photography, it can be a struggle figuring out what to charge. For wedding photographers especially, you’re faced with an ultra-competitive market and widely varying rates. How exactly do creatives figure out their packages? We’re breaking down how to figure out your wedding photography pricing structure. So what’s the average price…
If you’ve recently contemplated adding boudoir shoots to your services, you’ve most likely realized that boudoir photography pricing can be challenging. But don’t worry. Once you determine a few things, I promise you’ll figure out just what you need to price your boudoir sessions. So let’s start with the average cost of a boudoir photographer….
Corporate headshots are growing in popularity, and we’re guessing you may have been approached by a sibling or long-lost high school friend in town about taking photos for their company website or social media. And the dreaded question comes, so what do you charge for business headshots? (Insert awkward silence…) So do you price a…
You’ve lined up your first sports league to take photos of and you couldn’t be more excited. You love sports. You love photography. Combining the two into a job that earns money seems like a dream come true, right? The only problem is, you really don’t know how or where to start to create a…
A client calls saying she needs some new headshots. You agree and book a session for her. The only problem? You’re not entirely sure what defines a headshot! Is it just a head and shoulders shot? Head with some torso? Argh! What Qualifies as a Headshot An image qualifies as a “headshot” if its primary…
Are all headshots portraits? Why are portraits not headshots? It’s sort of like one of those high school English quizzes! If you’re not sure what makes a headshot and what makes a portrait, you aren’t alone! We break it down for you in this article. What is the Difference Between a Portrait and a Headshot?…
After posing, one of the most critical elements of a good headshot is the lighting. But what kind of artificial lighting works well for headshots? In this post, we’ll discuss using ring lights for headshots. Are Ring Lights Good for Headshots? Ring lights can be a great lighting source for headshots. When used correctly, in…
There are lots of considerations when it comes to taking headshots. There’s posing, lighting, skin tones, etc. One of the things you shouldn’t stress is how to hold the camera! Can Headshots Be Horizontal? Headshots can be shot in a horizontal orientation! Traditionally, headshots were shot vertically, also known as portrait orientation. But now either…
Pricing headshots feels tricky for new photographers. Most clients claim they only need one image and may balk at a full session fee. But your expenses and talent doesn’t change, even if they only need one image. And it takes an investment of time to create one really great headshot. So headshots can feel harder…
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Headshots are a staple of business owners, actors, actresses, models, and real estate agents. If you’ve been asked to take headshots for a client but have never had a headshot session, you may have questions about the equipment you’ll need. We’ve got some pointers on choosing a lens for headshots. What is the best lens…
Do you thrive on competition? Love the energy, excitement, and physicality of sports? Then sports photography might be the right play for you (pun fully intended!) There are lots of great reasons to make sports photography your passion. Your kids, your job, or your desire for a new market. Or maybe you just love playing,…
Offering headshot photography sessions can be a great way to diversify to your photography business. It’s a service needed year-round and in every community. But before you begin offering headshots sessions, or even practicing them, you’ll need to make sure you have the right equipment. Fortunately, headshots require very little in terms of photography gear….
Want to be sure you can capture the best wedding photo on that special wedding day? This wedding photography checklist will help you through getting ready and ensure each photo shot is as good as the bride and groom want. Photos to Take Before the Big Day Getting ready before the wedding is the most…
Many headshot backgrounds are either black or white, but there is a range of textures, natural elements, and other features that you can use to make a professional headshot stand out. Our tips for choosing the right background for your headshot will help you select a better setting, and impress your clients with a headshot…
Stay Calm. Be Confident. And Learn How to Deal with Difficult Guests as a Photographer If you photograph weddings or even private portrait sessions, you’ll eventually wind up encountering one…a client or guest who wants to be the official photographer, boss you around or tell you how to do your job. It’s frustrating. It’s maddening….
Learn how to price headshot sessions with confidence One of the most frequently asked questions in the Cole’s Classroom Facebook group is about how to price headshots. Pricing headshots feels more difficult than other sessions. But it doesn’t have to be. We have a few tips on how to price headshot sessions and set yourself…