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As a photographer, your time is precious—most of it gets eaten up by shooting, editing, and running your business. So, when someone tells you to add blogging to your to-do list, you might feel like throwing your camera at them. But here’s the thing: blogging for photographers isn’t just some trendy extra thing to do. […]

How Hiring a Private Photo Editor Can Improve Your Client Experience In a competitive market, delivering a standout experience isn’t just a bonus; it’s essential. The way photographers interact with clients—both before and after the shoot—can have a lasting impact on satisfaction, referrals, and repeat business. But what if time-consuming editing work is standing in […]

You’ve secured the consultation with the couple that’s interested in hiring you to be their wedding photographer. Now what? Don’t let them go home empty handed! Make a lasting impression that will encourage them to hire you for their special day by giving them an amazing welcome packet full of goodies and tips.

If you’ve never photographed a first look or don’t know how to explain the purpose of doing one to a wedding couple, then this is the blog post for you! A first look doesn’t have to be for just the bride and groom. And while we as photographers may love doing them, it’s important to be respectful of the couple if they choose not to do one.