business

Pixifi – Software To Streamline Your Studio

J. Cassario

When I started my photography business 4 years ago, learning how to keep track of everything was the biggest struggle.

5 Reasons Partnering With Your Direct Competitor May Be The Best Business Decision

J. Cassario

In a time where separating yourself from your competition and standing out is more important than ever, thinking outside the box and trying new things can be crucial in doing just that.

PayPal.Me | New Service Makes Getting Paid & Paying Easy, Safe, Personal

Kishore Sawh

You've got to love the idea of getting paid easier, and being able to pay and keep track of everything easier. PayPal is giving this option to existing users worldwide. Freelancers rejoice

Make A Professional Impression With A Free Email Signature From Wisestamp

Kishore Sawh

Being professional in even the smallest business practice is good for you and your clients. Having a professional looking email signature is an inexpensive/free way to do that with Wisestamp

The Right Questions To Ask Before Giving An Estimate For a Photo Shoot

Hanssie

The following video from The Slanted Lens teaches us some of the right questions to ask when we find ourselves on the phone with a potential client on the other end.

‘What Should I Charge?’ | Joel Grimes

Kishore Sawh

it is probably the first roadblock we come to when deciding to make photography a business, and not the last to overcome. Here is some insight, and practical advice on pricing your business

‘Good’ Is The New ‘Average’ So be ‘Great’ For A Chance | Motivation From Scott Robert Lim

Kishore Sawh

Scott Robert Lim knows a thing or two about struggling, and making it. Hear what he has to say about being noticed, and just how hard the competition really is.

Quitting The Wedding Photography Business Isn’t Easy

Michelle Ford

Quitting the wedding photography business isn't as easy as a two week notice.

The Business of Photography: Start Doing More of What You Love

David Valentine

Do not read if you are afraid of running a successful photography business. This article will be an overview of the "The Business of Photography" series and the basic idea of selling. Because selling will lead you to doing more of what you love and what you're passionate about.

Is Facebook Selling Us Fake ‘Likes?’

Hanssie

A few days ago, popular Science YouTube channel, Veritasium, released a viral video titled, "Facebook Fraud." In the video, Derek Muller the man behind Veritasium, alleges that Facebook has set up phony accounts, in essence a "click farm," so that when businesses legitimately pays to advertise and boost their posts, they seemingly get a ton of likes, just as they paid for.

Forum Hacks Boudoir Gallery Passwords. Is Your Site Protected?

Hanssie

An online forum was outed yesterday by an anonymous tip to various photographers that their galleries hosted on online accounts had been compromised.

How A Studio Can Help Your Wedding Photography Business

J. Cassario

One of the luxuries of being a full time wedding photographer is being able to work in the comfort of your own home. Washington DC wedding photographer Sam Hurd recently decided to give that luxury up. In a bold move to not only impress potential clients but create a distraction free work environment, Sam leased a 1500 square foot building 2 miles from home and turned it into a studio.