What if Photographers Stopped Trying to Combat Change and Embraced it Instead? It’s a question worth asking again and again. And again! That’s why this Dispatch seems familiar to you. It is. Re-releasing “The Mashable Movement” is a challenge to you …>>

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February 8, 2012 Your Business

What’s Pinterest and How Can I Use it for My Marketing?

Written by Wendy RoePinterest for Professional Photographers

If you haven’t been introduced to Pinterest, you’re in for a treat! It’s the newest, hip social network that cracked the top 10 of popularity…while still being INVITE only!  Inspiration boards of styles you like, goals for your future, books …>>

February 7, 2012 Your Business

Lifestyle Baby Photography Part Three: Overcoming Insecurity

Written by Amber HolritzLifestyle Photography Tips

Real life is beautiful. We established that in Part One of this series. But although this philosophy sounds wonderful, it can be hard to follow through with, particularly when it’s personal. In my last installment in this series, I explained …>>

February 6, 2012

Ditching the “Day” Job: Lessons Learned Going Full Time

Written by Ned Jacksonned_jackson

I began my photography career while working in corporate America. Eventually, I transitioned to teaching high school history (a job I loved) and worked concurrently as an educator and photographer for six years. Despite my best attempts, working two jobs …>>

February 2, 2012 Your Business

FInding Success in Photography. It’s Up to You.

Written by Jim Collins Pictage CEOFindingSuccess

Photographers get no shortage of advice. Some of it is good. Some of it is great. Some of it is – well – not so good at all. There is no question that these are challenging times. It’s funny that …>>

January 31, 2012 Your Business

Consistency is King

Written by Leeann MarieConsistency is King

The wedding and portrait photography market relies heavily on referrals, and one way to ensure that each referral is just as happy as their family member or friend who sent them to you is to provide an equally consistent experience. …>>

January 30, 2012 Your Business

A Case for True Authenticity in Photography

Written by Spencer LumAuthentic Wedding Photography

As we crawl down the rabbit hole and the pursuit of the authentic reaches fever pitch, at some point you’ve gotta wonder how it is that so many authentic selves can look and sound so damned similar. This light, that …>>