Photography Business: 7 Things Customers Look for in a Photographer

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Disclaimer! I'm not a professional photographer, while at one point a few years ago I did consider opening a photography business. I realize now that I had no idea what I would have been getting myself into! I have learned so much since then, and realize I have so much more to learn. I am currently happy with photography as a hobby. If you are a hobbyist, and are thinking of taking your photography to the next level, here are a few points customers may be considering when looking for a ...continue reading

I Clicked it Up a Notch Photography Contest-June 2012

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Did you click it up a notch this month?? I hope so! You guys continue to impress me each month as you challenge and push yourself! Here is my best photo from the month. I was so blessed that my parents were able to come out and welcome Claire. We were sad to see them go! In order to be eligible to win, please read the list below. -Only one photo in the entry post. -Our button (not just a link) must be in the post. -The photo needs to have been taken this month. -Summit your ...continue reading

A Day in the Life of-Creative Exercise

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I always wanted to do one of these "Day in the Life of" photo projects. I figured since today is my birthday that yesterday would be the perfect day to record our life. It will be fun to look back and see what a normal day when I was 30 looked like. I will be the first to admit that while these photos may not be photography genius, I do love them and it got me thinking about different photography situations. You have to work with different lighting situations, compositions, and there are a ...continue reading

Critique Me-Lynn at Lynn Guthrie Photography

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Remember: -Read How to Critique a Photo -Make a critique sandwich - something positive, something you would have done differently, something positive -My rule: no improvement tip = deleted comment -This will benefit the person leaving the photo critique just as much if not more than the person receiving the critique. Thank you to Lynn of Lynn Guthrie Photography for submitting the following image. Setting: ISO 100, SS 1/100, f/4.5 ...continue reading

Photography Business: Creative Advertising Through Giving Back

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It has always been a goal of mine to volunteer, help others & give back as much as possible to my community. When I started owning my own photography business it became even easier to give back than it was before. Having your own photography business allows you so much freedom to be creative in your efforts to help through non-profit work. I started implementing ways to help others each month on my own but in addition to that other opportunities presented themself to me (without me having ...continue reading

Clickin’ Moms-Flawless: The Secrets of Skin Review

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When you look at professional photographers photos do you notice the fantastic skin tones? I know I have! Skin tones has been one of those extremely challenging daunting tasks that I have been dreading learning about. I knew I needed to learn more about skin tones to click my photos up a notch but dragged my feet. That was until Sarah Wilkerson, CEO of Clickin' Moms, released her new Flawless: The Secrets of Skin seminar. I was SO excited to learn all about skin from the amazingly talented ...continue reading

Photography Business: Random Tips

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I guess I need to start with a disclaimer: I do not have a photography business. However, I am obsessed with reading about owning a photography business. I wanted to compile some random tips I have come across though all my reading. Set photography business goals This is important for anything you want to do. Not only do you need to set the goals but you need to write them down. Yes, write them down! Stop moaning! This is important! There is something about writing it down that makes ...continue reading

Critique Me-Kristin at McGowan Monkeys

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Remember: -Read How to Critique a Photo -Make a critique sandwich - something positive, something you would have done differently, something positive -My rule: no improvement tip = deleted comment -This will benefit the person leaving the photo critique just as much if not more than the person receiving the critique. Thanks Kristin at McGowan Monkey's for submitting the following image. Settings: ISO 200, SS 1/200, f/3.5 ...continue reading

Photography Business: Start Up Cost

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There are so many things that go into starting a photography business.  Let's discuss some of the things that you need to get your photography business up and running.  Of course there are many little things that are going to vary from business to business but these were the most important when I started mine up. At the end of each paragraph I will be stating my cost for that particular item. That way you can see how much it can add up to.  So let’s get started. Licensing–State and ...continue reading

iPhone Photography: 7 Essential Tips

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I must admit. I LOVE my iPhone camera and iPhone photography. In fact? I may or may not have upgraded my phone simply for the camera and Instagram awesomeness. I use my phone so often now rather than lug my big d700 around. Even my girls love it. They really don't mind stopping for a picture when I use my iPhone instead. Also, I don't see my iPhone as a device for snapshots and think of my "real" camera as if it's reserved for everything else. My phone is simply another tool ...continue reading