When I first started my photography business, one of the biggest things I struggled with was figuring out how I would stand out within my community. It’s no secret that photographers seem to be a dime a dozen (sorry), meaning we tend to lurk around practically every corner. Do a
If you want a job, you need a portfolio. Sure a good-looking résumé with excellent credentials and references will seal the deal, but employers and clients want proof. How do I know? Well, I’ve been on both sides of the table. I have interviewed for plenty of jobs over the
One of the predicaments many new photographers find themselves in is quite painful — they don’t have a robust portfolio of images to get new clients. Yet, they need new clients in order to fill their portfolio. It’s kind of a chicken and the egg type of situation, isn’t it?
Opportunity can knock at any time. Are you prepared? Have you ever been in a room and looked around and felt like you didn’t belong? Just felt like you were a fish out of the water and your hoping no one noticed that you were drowning in the corner. That is the
With digital portfolios going back 20 years or more, it can be hard to get into the back catalog and find old treasures, lost memories and beloved favorites. With Mylio Photos QuickFilters and new SmartTags it’s a lot easier to browse — and enjoy! — your entire photo collection. I
When starting out as a family photographer, it’s important to photograph lots of families to build your experience and confidence. Most of us start out photographing our own families: Nieces and nephews, our own kids or our friends’ families. But at some point, you have to start working with strangers,
Lots of us use our social media as a portfolio for our photos. It’s a two-birds, one-stone approach because many photographers find new clients through social media. However, the time will come when you need control over what’s seen of your portfolio. That’s when a portfolio website comes in. Social
In this article, I’m going to explore the steps you need to take in order to create a photography portfolio that will help get you more clients. I’ll also offer some advice on how to make sure your portfolio stands out from your competitors. It should also be something that
For photographers, a great portfolio shows your work at its best. If you’re a professional, it’ll get you hired, and if you’re a hobbyist, it’ll let you share with more people. Either way, you need to know a few things about creating a portfolio people will enjoy viewing and a
If you are a photographer wanting to attract clients or sell your work, you’re going to need a portfolio. A portfolio is a concise way to showcase your work to potential clients and demonstrate who you are as a photographer. However, there are a few key factors to keep in
Since its rise to popularity around a decade ago, social media has become the go-to way for creatives to share their work. It’s possible to reach and build a wider audience. Connecting with both existing and potential clients was easy. You could curate your posts and show your best work
This image that you see right here — the cover one — is a photo I took with a triathlon athlete for her blog. Did I get money for that? No. Am I happy with that? Yes. Will I do it again in the future? You bet! Here’s my experience
