Real talk, Sparkles… when was the last time you updated your professional headshots? I see you out there on Facebook; on Instagram; and even on Twitter with your well-groomed, perfectly-posed, senior portrait-esque shots. However, my loves, have you considered how valuable this type of pic is {or isn’t} to your clients and prospects? You have two or three different fancy portraits, but are they… Read More
Swag Bags for Your Clients
Hello my sparkling little love muffins! Today’s post is SO IMPORTANT because I am teaching you how to love on your clients in a way that they will not see coming! Yes, I know you are good at loving them during your sessions. You can ooooh-and-ahhhh at their little ones during a session; you can compliment their hawt photo session hair, makeup,… Read More
Mother’s Day Photo Shoots
Ermagersh! Mother’s Day is coming, Sparkles! Are you ready? Mother’s day photo shoots {especially mini-sessions} are an amazing way to connect to clients and spoil moms! Be warned, sweet Sparkle, these sessions *are* tricky business. Usually, moms are your contact. Moms are the ones who adore you first, book with you, coordinate the session, plan the outfits, and get their family… Read More
Starting a Photography Business
Ok, sweet photographer! You’re starting a photography business and, let me guess, you want a little advice from other photographers! You know? The ones who have been there, done that. Look no farther, because I’ve got your back on this one! I asked experienced photographers to complete a survey about their thoughts on starting a photography business, and this is what… Read More
Need help starting a photography business?
Remember the day you unboxed your baby? Your shiny new (or new to you) big-girl camera, that is. Maybe it wasn’t all that long ago or maybe it was a decade ago. But by now, you know. You know the feeling of passion, awe, and accomplishment when you cull a gorgeous golden photo session. You know there’s something more to your hobby; And,… Read More
Your Photography Business Sucks – Part 3
Dear Superstars, We did it. Earlier in this blog series (part 1 and part 2), we crawled through the trenches of our photography businesses. We came face-to-face with the muck that is, our self-confidence. Now? It’s time to make plans. It’s time to rise-up. It’s time to design a strategy to shine. Are you ready? I hope so, because I have a plan… Read More