I was asked what I wish I would have known before I became a photographer and I thought this was such a good question! So I came up with 5 things I really WISH someone would have explained to me before I became a photographer.
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this might be an odd question but what facets of yourself or your business did you look at to determine what makes you unique? i find reflection is soooooooo hard to do. my god!
Thanks for these tips Joy
I agree with everything you said. I wish I knew those too when I first started. What I LOVE most though about this video is that you went straight to the point and keep it short but real advices. Thank you.
YOU ARE AMAZING! I’m still learning everyday. I strive to be the best I can be and a photographer that people drop their jaw at my work. Time will tell 😍
I wish I’d learnt to plan properly. How much you need to hustle, and most importantly, network.
Hi there I'm a new subscriber. I have a question for you, how long does it take for you to learn photography till you became pro and start charging your clients? Do you attend courses etc? Thanks!
Stop comparing your work and just appreciate others good work
i totally agree with you, on the whole, making yourself a brand and building a sort of inclusivity that people feel like they can be a part of but… like… i'm so stuck in my head about only posting just one form of photography on my Instagram when i really want to start posting not just on form of photography to connect with people more T.T
just a question did you study to become a photographer?
I don't understand the last point…how can you make people feel like they belong to your brand? Could you explain that? maybe make a video on it? What I wish I knew about photography?….Its a lot of work! From A-Z…and that it is very hard to duplicate
this is the best advice I've heard for a long time! Thank you!
AWESOME advice!!
What should I use for portrait consultation forms? Not for weddings
I wish I understood networking and better business acument altogether.
One of the most informative videos on photography I've seen in years! Thank you very much.
I wish I knew more about the business side of photography. I'm still struggling lol
"there are somethings you just have to learn from experience, that cannot be taught." my mentor taught me that lesson. that defiantly goes to finding your style.
Awww I love it!!! So true about the shooting. I get out as much as I can but need to more!
Thank you so much for this video it was so honest and helpful.
How come you have less than 2000 views ? you deserve millionsss of likes! Thank you so much.
Hello, Joy! I just came across your videos and have been watching them for the last few days – I LOVE your advice and how clearly you explain everything. Thank You! Warning – LONG QUESTION I'm currently in that awkward "just starting out reading and watching everything everyday to learn as much as possible" phase. And I so desperately want to start shooting everyday and have known I need to. Here's my problem: I don't have a camera!!! =0 And, my phone really isn't an option. I've asked around and no one I know has one. So, I need to buy one and my dilemma is to buy a beginner camera or invest for the future and buy my dream camera (Nikon D850)? I know buying a beginner camera sounds like it makes that most sense – save money initially, settings easier to manage, what if I change my mind about this photography thing – but I feel like everything is pointing me to buying a professional one – I KNOW wedding and engagement photography is what I want to do, so why spend a 1/3 of what it's cost to get my dream camera on something I'll just need to upgrade in 6 months to a year anyway, and learning the camera and it's settings won't be too much for me as I'm very tech savvy. So, in my mind, everything says buy the Nikon D850! Is there something I'm missing that'd point me in the other direction? And I'd have to save up for about 4-6 months to get my dream camera, any suggestions as to what I should do in the mean time? The craigslist ads for a 5-year-old used camera where they're only asking $200 less than what it'd cost to buy it new scare me, lol, and don't seem like a good idea. If you have the time to read all this and get back I soooooo THANK YOU! Much love, DAVA 🙂 P.S. If I do get the Nikon D850, I'd only be able to afford 1 lens at first. Which do you suggest?
"You cannot buy attention." This is good Joy!
Great advice !! Some things we keep needing to be reminded of.
This is bizarre! The sound speed of this video suddenly went super slow and while I initially thought it was part of the video, after a solid minute, I now realize something is a muck.
The most helpful thing I've watched!!!!
Joy thanks for the tip on Honeybook – do you have a Honeybook agreement template that you could share?
I wish I knew how important networking with other vendors in the wedding business would be. Forming friendships with other wedding vendors is one of the most crucial things you can do to grow awareness of your business. Becoming a "preferred vendor" really helps you gain recognition and set you ahead of the competition. I'm not a preferred vendor yet, but I'm working on it 🙂