The Transformative Power of Photography Workshops: Boosting Your Photography Skills and Business Through Workshops
Have you ever wondered how photography workshops can ignite your creativity, refine your skills and push your business to new heights? We're here to tell you that workshops are a game changer. They offer an opportunity for camaraderie and connection, for learning and growth, and for witnessing the transformative power of photography. We'll share our insights on the importance of these workshops, not only for your personal artistic journey but for your business as well.
Cracking the ISO Code: Understanding Your Camera's Sensitivity to Light - The Know Your Camera Series
Join me to dig deep into what a native ISO is and expose the secret of how bumping up your ISO can lead to better image exposure. You'll walk away with a clear and solid understanding of ISO, ready to experiment and optimize your camera settings for a variety of lighting situations.
Mastering Maternity Photoshoots: A Guide to Planning and Execution Part 1
Maternity photography is an art form that captures a special period in a woman's life. It's a delicate and intricate process that requires careful planning, creative vision, and the ability to make the mother-to-be feel comfortable and beautiful. Our latest podcast episode dives into the art and science of planning a successful maternity photoshoot, revealing the meticulous steps involved.
From Vision to Image: Exploring the 8 Elements to Becoming a Great Photographer
As the world of photography constantly evolves, a true artist thrives on learning and adapting. You can't transform from good to great by buying the latest gear. Photography education is the key to breaking away from the pack and becoming a great photographer.
10 Food for Thought Photography Questions
In this episode we’re discussing 10 questions that cause us to explore where we are in our photography journey and where do we want to go. What’s in our photographer’s bucket list and what are our priorities barring expense and given amazing opportunities. If you’re serious about photography, this makes great food for thought.
Two Headshots and an Event: Prepping and Planning for Photoshoots
Any Headshot or Portrait photoshoot begins with good client-photographer communication. That initial call by phone or zoom sets the tone and can present some immediate challenges.
Camera Settings for Shooting the Runway Made Easy
There’s a clear and easy way to determine the best camera settings for shooting runway. Arrive early and give your self time to figure the lay of the land, then determine your aperture, shutter speed (models are in motion), and adjust your ISO to give you the most appropriate exposure. Use auto white balance (AWB) and tweak as needed. You’’ll alway be in the not-too-distant range for the length of the show.
BTS: Shooting the Runway (and everything else) During NY Fashion Week
New York Fashion Week with Independent Productions and Designers demonstrate diversity and inclusion, as well as body positivity.
What Should Photographers Wear on a Photoshoot? 10 Styling Tips for Confident Shoots
You may not think that your appearance matters to your client. Your client may not even realize it, but it does. For that reason alone, when we interact with clients or potential clients, we need to look the part of a pro or the answer to doing business will be “No”!
How to Control Light-Understanding Your Shutter and Shutter Speed: The Know Your Camera Series
In this episode we're discussing the shutter in your camera, the shutter speed that affects your exposure, and how to use your shutter and shutter speed to convey sharpness and motion.
Let There Be Light: Overcoming Your Fear of Artificial Light
In this week's episode, we begin a nontechnical discussion about light and our relationship about learning how to use light in photography and letting go of our fear of using artificial light.
Why Every Photographer Needs a (Printable) Price List
Once you as a photographer have the most rudimentary understanding of your camera, and someone wants you to photograph their event, their party, their kid, or they want you to take their headshot, don’t do it for free. Send your potential client a copy of your price list, a documented affirmation that demonstrates the value of your photography work.
How to Have Successful Photo Shoots Without Your Own Studio
No studio, no problem. In this episode we talk about the many alternatives available to photographers to create quality photo shoots without the overhead of renting or leasing studio space.
BTS 2: How to Take Your Portrait Client From Consultation to Photo Shoot
In this episode, go behind the scenes to a photoshoot where everyone is at the top of their game. We all showed up ready and able to deliver for an epic photoshoot with a stylish and uninhibited client.
Top 10 Tips for Your Photography Education: Investing in Yourself
If you're into photography, not only are you spending money on gear, but you’re probably spending money on educating yourself to become a better photographer It’s worthwhile to have an episode that discusses this topic, the business of photography education, exploring how best you learn, and of course, looking at how much we spend on education and why..
The Know Your Camera Series: Understanding Aperture
Aperture is the key to giving your photos your desired look and giving your photos your signature style
How to Start Your Own Podcast:The Project Podcast Challenge
If you’re someone who has the thought of developing your own podcast, no matter the topic, this is the best opportunity for you to learn what producing a podcast entails and how for you can take your podcast.
Time to Talk About the Big”O”: Organization
Organization of every part of your photography life is key to success as well as minimizing your stress. It also makes a heck of an impression on your team and your clients because nothing says amateur like disorganization or frequently searching for gear or for something you know you wrote down somewhere. It’s time to talk about the big “O”: Organization!
How to Map Your Portrait Photoshoot for a O-Fail Workflow
Learn to map your portrait photoshoots by accounting for general and shoot-specific details. The more you do upfront, the smoother your workflow. Guaranteed!!!
BTS 1: How to Take Your Portrait Client from Consult to Shoot
Everybody does something during a photo shoot or building up to a photoshoot where you forget something or things don't go as planned, there's going to be a misstep someplace. It's just human nature. The goal, though, is always to know how to come back from it.