5 Disposable Cameras For The Creative Photographer
If you loved taking photos as a teenager, chance are that you remember the popularity of disposable cameras. You’d run down to your local drugstore, pick out a camera from the rack…
Nobody Is Going To Give You Permission To Succeed, So You Need To Start On Your Own
Every so often I talk with a creative who has an incredible idea, yet has paused before starting or releasing it. They’re waiting for permission. They’ve paused for the building blocks of…
The Food Photographer’s Equipment List
Food photography is all about capturing those savory, taste worthy images. It is a niche that is creative, captivating and allows you to bring an audience together. If you are creating food…
How To Respond To People Who Misunderstand What You Do Without Underplaying Your Accomplishments
It can be hard to explain your lifestyle and career when working in a creative field. You probably often get asked the question, “So, what is it that you actually do?” or…
Marketing 101: Creating Photography Business Cards
Understanding how to market yourself professionally is the key to a long and successful creative career. You’ve heard us mention the importance of branding before. We’ve covered how to maintain consistency in…
How To Make A Mood Board For Your Next Photoshoot
Creating a visual array of ideas and inspiration is a great way to prepare for a photoshoot. In fact, all types of creative projects utilize an accumulation of words, images and even…
Do I Need A LinkedIn Account? The Benefit Of Each Major Social Media Platforms & What Business They Best Serve
Let’s be honest, if someone doesn’t have an Instagram or a Twitter or a Facebook, we think they’re ~weird~. I mean, everyone and their mother (seriously, my mom and my friend’s mom…
The Things That Are Most Worthwhile Are Also The Scariest
No one really tells you how scary it is, to face your fears and follow your dreams. No one tells you that they can go hand-in-hand, too. Obviously it’s exciting and thrilling and…
The Truth Is That You Can Be Extremely Successful Working For Yourself, & Believing You Cannot Is Holding You Back
It’s human nature to fear the unknown. In fact, most things in life that we face are uncertain. We aren’t sure what is going to happen next month, next year or even…
You’re Not Going To Be Happy Every Day, Even When You’re Doing “What You Love”
I get it – you’re passionate about what you do. Photography, modeling, styling, writing – I totally understand how you’re following your dreams and turning your hobby into a career. You’re doing…