Business Tips
How to Promote Your Photography Business
As every photographer knows, every day in business is a hustle; you will spend just as much time trying to get work as you spend actually working. This means that in addition to your technical skills and spending time photographing, you need to deploy effective online marketing strategies and be visible on the internet –…
How to Build Your Profile as a Freelance Photographer
Being a professional photographer can be a very exciting career, but if you prefer to work on your terms, then choosing a path as a freelance photographer might be better for you. However, freelancers have different kinds of challenges and making sure that you are the one who gets picked for a job in a…
How to Build Your Profile as a Freelance Photographer
Being a professional photographer can be a very exciting career, but if you prefer to work on your terms, then choosing a path as a freelance photographer might be better for you. However, freelancers have different kinds of challenges and making sure that you are the one who gets picked for a job in a…
So….You Want to Break Into Weddings?
Want to break into wedding photography? Here’s what you need to know before you book your first wedding.
Inspiring Photography Projects That Build Your Reputation
Use photography projects to not only inspire yourself but also build your reputation and your business.
How to Get Featured on a Book Cover
Books are a comfort for many, yet the publishing side of literature is often seen as an intimidating world of contracts, offices, and deadlines. It seems that only the very best photographers can get the opportunity to successfully contribute their work and get published. Because of this, many book-loving photographers refuse to contribute their work…
5 Ways to Earn Extra Money as a Photographer
Being a photographer can be financially challenging sometimes. There’s nothing wrong with facing issues that constantly plague the world of creativity. Wanting to be economically stable is what will help you get through times of drought. The best thing you can do during this phase is experiment and persist whenever you can. Experimentation can be…
How to Market Yourself on Social Media
The Internet can be an intimidating place. There are millions of photographers out there, millions of successful artists with an abundance of great clients. Having this in mind may discourage you from pursuing your dreams. This frightened mindset, however, is wrong. It’s very possible to succeed in a busy online world filled with endless news…
3 Questions That Need to Be Answered When Starting a Photography Business
You could be the most talented photographer in the world, but if you don’t know how to market your business, failure is almost a guarantee. A mediocre photographer with great marketing will usually succeed over the more talented photographer with weak marketing. If you’re brand new to the business, you’re probably not a marketing wizard…
Meet Tom Grill – Photographer of the 2017 United States U.S. Flag Stamp
We’re thrilled to announce that the work of MCP contributor and actions creator, Tom Grill, has been selected for the 2017 United States U.S. Flag Stamp! An industry veteran, Tom Grill has been a professional photographer and artist for over 40 years. He began his career in Brazil as a photojournalist while…
5 Tips to Keep Clients Smiling and Energetic Through the Photoshoot
Follow these tips to build a better rapport with your clients, be early, smile, keep things moving and more.
Photographers Beware: Text Message Scam
Don’t fall victim to this common scam against photographers. Here’s what it is and what you can do about it.
3 Mini-Session Mistakes to Avoid + A FREE WEBINAR!
Mini-sessions are a great way to share your photography and get new clients, but avoid these 3 common mini-session mistakes to get the best results.
How to Keep Your Photography Prices Firm
What to do when you are asked for a discount? Here’s how to keep your prices firm and your customer happy.
Set Your Photography Business Apart with Creative Flour Photo Sessions
How to Stand out in a Sea of Photographers. Use creative sessions for your photography business – such as this flour shoot.
Attention Photographers: What You Need to Know if You Use the Retiring SmugMug
This Blog Article provides information to Legacy SmugMug users switching over to the New SmugMug.
7 Essential Tactics When Starting Your Own Photography Business
Wondering how to start your own photography business? We’ve collected a list of essential things you may need to start a successful photography career.
Too Expensive? How to Help Clients See the Value In Your Photography
Learn how to show your client your value – and why you are worth the price of your photography!
5 Ways You Can Use Periscope To Help Your Photography Studio
Learn how to use the new video streaming app Periscope to help your photography studio.