What is a “Brand Photographer”?

Commercial photographer, content photographer, brand photographer.  These are common terms and I’ve been asked many times what the difference is. And which one best serves my business needs? I’m a brand photographer, and in this post, I’ll explain:  Before we begin, it’s important to know what a brand is. A brand is a distinct identity, […]

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6 Things That Kept Me Going in My Photography Business

It’s easy to look at a photographer from the outside and think, “She’s got her act together,” or “Can I ever give up wedding photography to shoot what I really want?”  I’ve been a professional photographer for 13 years, and believe it or not, there were times I wanted to give up. Wondered what I’d […]

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Product Photography DIY Setup

As a product based small business owner, photos of your products are crucial for your business- photos to showcase on social media, for your website or online store, and/or to display in your retail space. Let’s address the question, “If I can’t afford a professional photographer right now, can I take my own photos?” Yes, […]

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8 Things I Learned in My First Year of Business

As most of you know by now, I’ve been a photographer for seven years but I completely revamped my business last summer after I attended the Creative @ Heart Conference. Without going into all of the details, I switched from general portrait photography to specializing in brand and architectural photography. I also went full-time in […]

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