Blink, and January is almost over already. Set yourself up for success in the new year with these four ways to kickstart your photography business and get ready for the year ahead. There’s something about refreshing your goals and intentions for the year ahead. Even if last year didn’t go
Guess what? If you’ve ever taken a photo, you’re a copyright owner! Yes, if you shoot a photo personally or professionally, you achieve an automatic copyright. If you’re like most creatives, you probably don’t enjoy the legal aspects of the business. However, knowledge of copyrights is something you should be
If you’re thinking about starting your own photography business, or are just jumping into your first few months going full-time, this article is for you. As I look back on my first couple years of committing to my photography business, I can acknowledge that I made a lot of mistakes.
In the intricate dance of running a photography business, finding the right rhythm between creativity and efficient management is crucial. When I discovered 17 Hats, it was like adding a skilled partner to my solo performance. Let’s explore the top five ways 17 Hats revolutionized my business, making the complex
Year-end will be here before you know it. Was it a good year for you and your photography business? As in any business, it’s a good idea to evaluate where you are and what you might need to do to wrap up your year. And also to plan for next
It’s time to make your voice heard! Each week, we ask a question of our readers so we know what sort of content to produce more of. Your input helps us make Photofocus better. Artificial Intelligence (AI) has now become a big part of the creative landscape, photography included. If
It’s time to make your voice heard! Each week, we ask a question of our readers so we know what sort of content to produce more of. Your input helps us make Photofocus better. Do you currently do professional photography? Any business comes with its own set of challenges. This
It’s time to make your voice heard! Each week, we ask a question of our readers so we know what sort of content to produce more of. Your input helps us make Photofocus better. At some point in your photography journey, you may start wondering how you can make money
So, you’ve invested countless hours perfecting your photography skills and are finally ready to share your work. But after publishing your photos on social media, you find someone has used your work without your permission. Imagine posting a beautiful photo on Flickr, only to have a big company use it
That’s a wrap! Well, almost. With just a few weeks left before the silly season hits in full force, now is a great time to tie up loose ends for your photography business. If you’re still busy with Christmas minis, then save this post for later, and smooth the way
In 2017 I launched my first photography business, Icefeatherwind Photography, after honing my skills as an amateur for over 10 years. I took on every job I could, learned as fast as I was able and connected with models, wedding professionals and local businesses. By the end of my first
We see it every day. Someone becomes a photographer and thinks, “Now I get to make photographs for the rest of my life.” Sure, you can and you will. But not as much as you think. In fact, maybe 20% of the time you will be making photographs, while the
