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8 Things You Absolutely Need To Start a Portrait Photography Business

8 things you need to start a portrait photography business

So you're thinking about getting started in photography, you love the idea of it and are thinking about jumping in! But where to begin? Many people ask me this: “If you were starting a portrait business either as side hustle money or as a full-time business, what would you absolutely need to get started?" You might be wondering the same thing. When I started in photography, I spent thousands of dollars on new gear. I didn't know exactly what I needed, so I bought all kinds of lenses, camera bodies, props, and lighting equipment... I was constantly[...]

Location Shoots, Photography Lessons

How to take amazing fall photos of your family in the leaves

how to take amazing fall photos with kids tutorial canon

Fall is one of my favorite seasons! Otherwise lackluster lawns and trees are suddenly transformed to beautiful, dreamy, colorful scenery that makes a perfect backdrop for photos. Not only is it a perfect place for photos - my kids LOVE to play in the leaves! (Hey, FINALLY something they can throw everywhere that I don't have to clean up! Momma's dream come true...) I scroll through social media this time of year and see everyone posting fall photos. But so many times I'm thinking to myself, "Gosh if they had just turned away from the sun, changed the angle, or go[...]

Camera techniques, Location Shoots

How to take amazing fall pumpkin patch photos of your children

Learn how to take great fall photos of your kids at the pumpkin patch using your canon DSLR camera

Hey everyone! An annual tradition for our family is to take the kiddos to the pumpkin patch for some fall festivities! Some of my favorite photos over the years are snaps from these days. I have a lot of friends who also head to the pumpkin patch every year, so I wanted to do a quick tutorial on how to get some great photos of your kiddos! What to bring to the pumpkin farm Ingredients for success: Pretty fall day, preferably sunny and preferably either early morning or early evening before sunset. I love a sunlit glow for these photos. Try to avoid 11am[...]

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How to setup your camera like a pro – Canon / 7D DSLR Camera

Hey guys! A quick video tutorial on how to setup your camera. I cover formatting cards, setting up basic functions, attaching and handling lenses, etc. Click here to view on YouTube: https://youtu.be/l3_hI8cg_dw P.S.... Have you signed up for our newsletter? Click here to signup! We will send you new lessons as they are published. We promise not to spam you (we hate that as much as you do!)