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Virtual Assistant

What Can a Virtual Assistant do for a Busy Photographer…A Lot!

It Starts With Breathing Room The first thing photographers tell me after hiring me as their creative virtual assistant?“I can breathe again.” Running a photography business is no joke. One minute you’re editing a newborn session, the next you’re answering a last-minute inquiry, then scrambling to upload a wedding gallery before dinner. It’s a lot. […]

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Blogging

Stop Ignoring Your Blog—It’s Literally Hurting Your Business

If Your Last Blog Post Was About a 2021 Session… We Need to Talk Let’s be honest: most photographers hate blogging. I get it. It takes time, it’s hard to know what to write, and it’s never at the top of the to-do list. But here’s the thing—ignoring your blog could be costing you bookings. […]

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Editing

How a Professional Photo Editor Can Help With A Consistent Editing Style

Let’s be honest—editing isn’t just “fixing photos.” It’s storytelling and branding, all rolled into one. It’s how photographers create a signature look that clients fall in love with. And if you’re trying to build a photography business that’s recognizable and trusted, consistency isn’t optional—it’s essential. That’s where having a professional photo editor on your team […]

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Virtual Assistant

5 Reasons to Hire a Virtual Assistant (Before You Burn Out)

Hey photographers, let’s be real for a second. You started your business because you love capturing magical moments—not because you enjoy drowning in emails, chasing down invoices, or spending hours trying to remember your Instagram password. I know the idea of hiring a virtual assistant might seem daunting at first, but once you understand what […]

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BEHIND THE cOMPUTER

ABOUT AMY

Hey, I’m Amy Leigh—Dr. Pepper lover, flip-flop wearer (even in winter), sourdough bread baker, napper and your new behind-the-scenes gal.

I help photographers ditch the overwhelm and get back their time with photo editing, blogging, and virtual assistant services that actually make life easier. With 15 years of editing experience and 13 years running my own photography biz, I know what it takes to keep things running smoothly behind the scenes. I’m all about clean edits, stress-free systems, and blog posts that sound like you (but better).