"Every successful photographer once doubted themselves. Keep going, you're capable of more than you know." Top stories from the community Hey Reader I was reading the other day, and something stood out to me that I wanted to share with you: “Perfection isn’t the goal, progress is. Show up, improve and keep going.” As a photographer, I’ve always strived for perfection. But I’ve found that chasing perfection can sometimes hold me back from doing what I’ve planned. Take a shoot I was once booked...
about 2 months ago • 2 min read
"Business success isn't about luck, it's about strategy, consistency and resilience." I came across a question that needed an answer Hey Reader I came across this question whilst researching blogs about stock photography .... Can you still make money from stock photography? It’s a valid question, especially now that AI images are everywhere, and stock libraries are bursting with billions of photos. Here’s the short version: Yes, you can still make money from stock. You can make money from...
about 2 months ago • 1 min read
"Confidence in pricing isn't about being the cheapest, it's about knowing your worth and standing by it." Stop hoping. Start showing up. Last week, I joined a discussion thread with some photographers about marketing their business. The question was: “How do you promote yourself as a photographer so that people book photo sessions with you? Are there any platforms you’d recommend?” There were lots of replies, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, Google Ads, Yelp, Bark, Facebook Marketplace. 4 out of...
2 months ago • 1 min read
Hey Reader, On Wednesday, we hit a big milestone, we’re now officially halfway through 2025. It’s the kind of moment that makes you stop and think, isn’t it? I’ve been reflecting a lot on the last six months. Some goals I set at the start of the year? I’ve missed them. Other things I didn’t plan to start until the second part of this year? I’ve already ticked them off. Business isn’t always neat and tidy. Sometimes life takes over. And when that happens, the most important thing you can do is...
2 months ago • 1 min read
Hey Reader, Can you relate to the following statement? "There was an email I nearly didn't send. I'd spent ages on it. Writing, rewriting, changing the subject line at least 3 times. Then it just sat in my drafts. Why? Because I doubted myself. Because I didn't feel like an expert. Because I wasn't sure anyone would care. Because I thought, Maybe it's not even that helpful." Does that sound familiar? Most photographers I know are confident when they're behind the camera, but as soon as it's...
3 months ago • 1 min read
Hey Reader, I've been thinking a lot lately about what photographers really need to grow, not just more content, not more noise, but the kind of support that actually moves the needle. There's so much out there. But not all of it meets you where you are. Not all of it helps you take the next step in your business. So, I want to ask you something. Not about algorithms, or gear. But about you, and what would make the biggest difference to your business right not. Would you take just a second to...
3 months ago • 1 min read
Hey Reader, Welcome back to another week of insights and tips to help you grow your photography business! This week, we're diving back into Pinterest and focusing on something that's absolutely crucial for success on the platform: consistent branding. The Power of Consistent Branding on Pinterest When it comes to Pinterest, your branding needs to be instantly recognisable. That's why I've put a lot of effort into creating a cohesive look across all my Pins. I use a series of around 20...
about 1 year ago • 2 min read