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

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

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

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