In this section, you’ll discover all sorts of tips to level up your photography expertise. I’ll share my favorite gear, technical tricks for editing, managing a photography business, crafting an amazing client experience – and much more.
Think of this as your no-judgement space to geek out over aesthetics, get creative inspiration from fellow artists, and give your business strategy a boost. I want every photographer who visits here to feel energized, empowered, and excited to grow.
Because at the end of the day, seeing gifted photographers succeed means more beautiful, meaningful images are brought into this world. And I think that’s something worth celebrating!
Instagram can be a lot, especially for family photographers trying to keep up with all the things. Post more! Be consistent! Make Reels! Engage in stories! Meanwhile, you’re editing a gallery with a toddler in your lap and sipping cold coffee because you forgot you made it. (Just me?) If you’re looking for a few…
If you’ve been wondering how Imagen AI works for photographers, I’ve got you. I’ve been using Imagen to edit my family photo sessions, and it’s made a huge difference in how much time I spend behind the computer. It’s taken the pressure off of editing so I can focus on the creative work I actually…
If you’ve ever found yourself rewriting the same email over and over without a template, or worse, forgetting to send important info to a family photography client, you’re not alone. Your job as a family photographer isn’t just to take beautiful photos (that’s what we all thought when we started, though, am I right?). You’re…
Building a family photography portfolio that truly reflects your style and attracts the right clients can feel like a bit of a chicken-and-egg situation. You need a strong portfolio to book dream clients, but you need those dream clients to create that strong portfolio. Enter: model calls: one of the best business tools for showcasing…
Finding comfortable shoes for photographers is not always easy, especially when you spend all day on your feet. But when I discovered Kiziks, everything changed. They are the only shoes I can wear for hours without thinking about my feet. Actually, I’m kind of obsessed. I own several pairs and wear them for everything from…
Why photographers need a family welcome guide (and how it can change your sessions for the better) When I first started photographing families, I made a huge mistake: I didn’t prep my clients. At all. I’d tell them where to meet and hope for the best. Sometimes, that approach worked fine, but more often than…
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A lot of times I get people asking me how I create so many fun prompts and games for my family photography sessions. Well, it’s a mix of things! And I want to share it with you so that you can start coming up with your own! First, keep lists on your phone I’m sure…
Favorite Business Tools and Subscriptions for Helping Your Family Photography Business Thrive After being a family photographer for over 10 years, I’ve tried out a lot of different business tools and subscriptions! And I mean a LOT. So I’ve decided to compile a list of my 6 favorite business tools for photographers that I feel…
Should you start a client closet + all my tips for starting one You may be asking yourself if you should start a client closet and what the best way to go about it is. As a family photographer myself, I have gone through the process of creating a client wardrobe and have definitely made…