Business Inspiration Marketing Photography Education How to Know What Your Photography is Worth? One of the things I’ve noticed that new photographers struggle with most, is how to price their work. I admit when we opened our studio (back in the dark ages when we chiseled pictures onto stone tablets) we checked what the other three studios in town were charging. Then we priced ourselves just a little […] Written by Holly Howe August 28, 2025May 16, 2025
Business Inspiration Marketing Photography Education How a Dynamic Website Can Make Your Business Pop Ever Forget to Unlock the Front Door…of Your Business? In the days before the Internet, nobody in the bricks-and-mortar world ever forgot to unlock their front door. Yet, today most of you have an online business and rarely check to make sure the front door is open! If your website isn’t working the way you planned, there’s […] Written by Skip Cohen August 26, 2025July 9, 2025
Inspiration Photography Photography Education How to Do Water Drop Photography with MIOPS If you’ve ever marveled at a photo of a crown-shaped splash frozen midair or a collision of two drops forming an elegant umbrella, you’ve seen the magic of water drop photography. This niche genre blends art, science, and technology—and thanks to tools like the MIOPS Splash system, it’s now easier than ever to create stunning […] Written by Mark Weber August 21, 2025August 21, 2025
Inspiration Photography Education Techniques How to Implement Your Creative Vision Some images are born from pure imagination; others demand to be created. This was one of those images. In October of 2022, Aya was just twelve years old. She (and her mother) arrived at my studio with a beaming smile and a fearless spirit. We had never met before, but it took only minutes to […] Written by Whitney Minten August 19, 2025May 16, 2025
Business Inspiration Marketing Photography Education How Add-On-Sales Can Make your Business Explode Every day we deal with add-on sales. From a clerk at McDonald’s asking if we want fries to the checkout clerk at the supermarket who asks, “Did you find everything you needed?” While I’d like to take credit for the foundation of today’s post, it’s thanks to my good buddy, Doug Box. I first heard him talk […] Written by Skip Cohen August 12, 2025August 7, 2025
Business Marketing Photography Education How to Make Your Business Explode Thru Fabulous Networking Networking with other businesses is a powerful way to expand your reach, create partnerships, and grow your brand. By fostering meaningful connections, you can leverage mutual strengths, gain referrals, and access new opportunities. Here’s a comprehensive guide on how to network effectively with other businesses. 1. Define Your Goals Before diving into networking, clarify what […] Written by Mark Weber August 7, 2025August 7, 2025
Inspiration Photography Photography Education How to Create a Wedding Image under a Difficult Situation “Piano Girl” – A Portrait of Grace, Grit and Glamour at The Dorchester In the world of wedding photography, there are moments that transcend the day’s schedule, the grandeur of the venue, or even the expectations of a seasoned photographer. They become something more—a reflection not just of a wedding, but of the human spirit. […] Written by Joel Dyer August 5, 2025May 6, 2025
Photography Photography Education Techniques How to Photograph a Sports Action Commercial Job This image “Chasing Light: A Triathlon Shoot at Sunrise”, was created as part of a campaign for the Elinchrom FIVE, the company’s flagship flash. But beyond that, it was also a chance to bring a long-standing idea to life—capturing triathletes running out of Lake Michigan as the sun rose behind them. I’d had the concept […] Written by John Gress July 31, 2025July 31, 2025
Business Photography Education Sales How to Book Photographic Church Directories for High Profits Photographing church directories is a great way to establish long-term client relationships and showcase your skills in a niche market. Church directories serve as a valuable tool for community building, so offering a professional service can make a lasting impact. Here’s a step-by-step guide to help you book and execute these projects successfully: 1. Research […] Written by Mark Weber July 29, 2025February 13, 2025
Inspiration Photography Photography Education Techniques How to Take Your Photography to the Next Level – Creative Experimentation My photography journey has never followed a conventional path. Most of what I’ve learned has come from hands-on experimentation and a willingness to embrace trial and error-a process that continues to shape my growth as an artist.Throughout the years I have tried nearly every genre of photography in the pursuit of finding the one that […] Written by Carrie Cleghorn July 24, 2025May 6, 2025
