Blog

Enter Digital Photographer of the Year Awards for 2010

What does winning a photographer award mean to you? It could be something you do for you – something that allows you to be recognized for your photographic skills. Or it could be something you do for your clients – something that allows you to showcase your skills. Either way, an award can help you boost your confidence and help you build your business... [Read more...]

---

Are You Creating Your Own Future, Or Waiting For It To Come To You?

A while back I read some interesting statistics. “Today, one in five Americans is unemployed, underemployed or just plain out of work. One in nine families can’t make the minimum payment on their credit cards. One in eight mortgages is in default or foreclosure. One in eight Americans is on food stamps. More than 120,000 families are filing... [Read more...]

---

Commercial Photography – How To Photograph A Domino’s Pizza

Ready to jump into the commercial photography business? While a simple commercial or ad can make things appear to be simple, it may take hours or even days of preparation to get exactly what you want on film. What does it take to photograph a Domino’s Pizza… lots of time, effort and prepping. This video shows you just how difficult it can... [Read more...]

---

8 Things A Photographer Will Never Learn In School

Okay, I’ll admit it. I didn’t go to school for photography. Instead I got my B.S. and M.S. in business. But even with a master’s degree in business, there are many things I never learned in school about actually running a small business. And after talking with friends that did get their degrees in photography, I know they have similar complaints. Instead,... [Read more...]

---

Photographers Are You Blocking The Print Feature On Facebook?

Do you know how easy it is for your friends in Facebook to print out your photographs at a local big box store such as Walmart or Target? I just read an interesting blog post over at A Photo Editor on printing your Facebook photos, and wanted to bring the conversation over here as well. I love social sites and think they are a great way of marketing... [Read more...]

---

Photography With A Cause

Some people start a photography business because they are passionate about photography. Some people start a photography business because they are passionate about a cause. Here are some wonderful charitable causes built around the photography concept. Have any more? I’d love to hear from you. Teen Identity One of the hardest parts of growing up as... [Read more...]

---

Starting A Photo Business or Growing A Photo Business – Where’s Your Priority?

I like keeping track of what’s happening online. I use a variety of services like Google Alert to find out what people are talking about and searching for each day. The two most popular questions people have in the photography industry are: 1. How do I start a photography business? 2. What do I name my photography business? I see these questions... [Read more...]

---

Niche Your Photography Business With Boudoir Photography

If you look up the definition for “boudoir”, you’ll find it means a lady’s private sitting area or bedroom. When you combine boudoir with the word photography, it takes on a slightly different meaning. Boudoir photography is glamour, sexy or even pin-up style photography that a woman can share with her loved one, spouse or significant other... [Read more...]

---

Weddings By The Percentages

The average wedding today here in the US is right around $20,000. While everyone has their own tastes and preference, averages show a couple will spend their money in the following way: 51 percent on Reception, including reception hall, catering, cake and alcohol 10 percent on Photography 8 percent on Videography 9 percent on Ceremony 7 percent on... [Read more...]

---

Read More Posts From Blog