It was such a pleasure to work with Mink. He was kind, laid-back and full of jokes. As moved through the streets of Winter Garden, I quickly realized Mink was a natural model. There were poses and movements he suggest and others I guided him through. I am excited for our next session.
Beginning Photographers
We all have to start somewhere, and if you are an aspiring photographer then you know that you need to improve your technical and artistic skills to advance in your career.
While all business owners need to have a variety of skills to advance their success, photographers need to balance between technical, professional, and artistic skills. To accelerate your career as a photographer, you need to know:
Online Tools And Resources For Photographers
The field of photography has changed a lot over the past few years. From technological advances, to shifting market needs, to customer expectations, photographers are under a lot of pressure to stay ahead of the competitive curve.
Luckily, there are more online tools and resources for photographers than ever before. Many of the tools that I use to grow my professional are centered around communities and online learning. These types of tools provide direct feedback for my questions, and help me connect with other professional photographers across the world.
If you are just starting out in your photography career then you will find these tools and resources helpful to improve your skills. There are plenty of other resources available, but here are the best ones that I have found so far.
Digital Photography School http://digital-photography-school.com/.
This is a community where photographers of all levels come together to share tips and get help get the most out of their digital cameras. Started by Darren Rowse, Digital Photography School is a friendly and educational source of information for aspiring photographers.
If you are struggling to understand how to use your camera, or how to establish the perfect shot, then Digital Photography School could be just the resource you are looking for. I love to learn and help other photographers improve their skill by interacting with fellow community members. Don’t waste any more time searching for your questions- you can just go to Digital Photography School to improve your craft today!
Pixieset http://pixieset.com/
Online sales is a major revenue driver for many photographers, and Pixieset is one of the best resources to share and sell photographs. I use Pixieset for my clients, because it helps me create beautiful client galleries that are mobile friendly and highlights my photographs.
While Pixieset offers unmatched User Experience for my clients, it also makes it easy for my customers to purchase their images through a secure online store. Security is important to me, and I know that when my clients buy images from my Pixieset store they are receiving the best products in a trusted environment.
Instagram https://www.instagram.com/
Yep, you guessed it- I use Instagram for my personal and professional images. I love Instagram because it helps me build a strong community of other photographers across the world. I have grown my photography skills by sharing and commenting on other people’s work.
Instagram is also the go-to social media network for photographers because it makes it easy to upload and showcase your artistic style. This is a great way to show your potential customers that you have the passion and skills to meet their needs. You can use Instagram not only for building a relationship with other photographers, but also as a way to drive traffic to your website and engage with your audience.
Google Drive https://drive.google.com/
Backed by Google, Google Drive is a great way to backup your professional photographers. Storing high quality photos can take up a lot of space, especially if you are saving your images in RAW format. There are many Cloud storage solutions out there, but I have found that Google Drive is the best solution for my needs.
Google Drive allows unlimited photo storage if the resolution does not exceed 16MP. This means that many photographs can be stored on Google Drive for free, but if you need to go above that resolution then the prices for additional storage are cheap. The benefits of Google Drive that I love include:
CreativeLive https://www.creativelive.com/
Featuring workshops in photography training, CreativeLive is another online learning resource for aspiring photographers looking to enhance their skills. Each class is lead from a professional photographer and other artists who know what it takes to be successful in their respective field.
I have used CreativeLive to grow my personal and professional knowledge of photography. These lessons have had a direct impact on the quality and growth of my business. Among the various courses I have participated include:
YouTube https://www.youtube.com/
As the second largest search engine on the planet, YouTube is a valuable source of information and live demonstrations about the photography industry. With a few simple searches you will be able to find answers to specific questions ranging from your camera and lighting, to how to improve your creativity.
While not looking through YouTube for photography tips, I also use the video sharing network to get insightful business ideas. I also listen to motivational pieces to ensure that I am always growing my business and providing the best quality service for my customers.
Photography Resources For Your Growth
I have been interested in photographer for about five years, and over the past three years I have devoted myself to learn the ins-and-outs of the photography industry to grow my business and reach new customers.
I have used the above resources and tools to improve my knowledge of photography and engage my audience. While it isn’t easy, if you apply yourself to learn everything you can about your profession then you will be able to reach your goals and grow your expertise as a professional photographer!