It's slow going but I'm taking steps to getting this business launched. Last week I did the official paperwork with the county and opened my bank account then I spent the weekend in NJ at a Professional Photographers conference. I'm very happy that I decided to make an investment in attending the event. I didn't meet a TON of people, but I met a few and got linked up with a women's networking group on facebook for members in the NY/NJ area. So I feel like I have somewhere to turn with questions or when I need a little support.
I learned a lot about lighting and got my mind set on what equipment I want to pick up to get going. I've figured out what I need to put together a functional yet portable studio. I do not want to have clients here at my house....there are all sorts of liability issues there. But I do want to be able to produce images that qualify as portraits....not just decent snapshots.
I was a little insecure, being that I am a real newbie to the industry. Most people there have been shooting professionally for years. I felt a need to be apologetic each time I introduced myself admitting I was just getting started. But people were encouraging, especially when I expressed my interest in specializing in pets. EVERYONE I talked to said it's an great way to go IF I really like animals and have the patience to work with them. Many photographers don't like the fact that they can't be directed. It set things more solidly in my mind that this is the direction I want to go. A bonus in one of the workshops I attended was a video showing how the instructor dealt with pets in his studio. It was very enlightening and feel much more confident after seeing his approach. I really think I can do this!
There was a lot of emphasis put on incorporating video into your marketing strategy using an online service called Animoto. I would have never consider this without seeing the impact of the videos the instructors shared. The service couldn't be easier to use and the product is pretty cool. Here's a little video I put together using images and clips I have...it will most likely become the introductory centerpiece of my business site.
I learned a lot about lighting and got my mind set on what equipment I want to pick up to get going. I've figured out what I need to put together a functional yet portable studio. I do not want to have clients here at my house....there are all sorts of liability issues there. But I do want to be able to produce images that qualify as portraits....not just decent snapshots.
I was a little insecure, being that I am a real newbie to the industry. Most people there have been shooting professionally for years. I felt a need to be apologetic each time I introduced myself admitting I was just getting started. But people were encouraging, especially when I expressed my interest in specializing in pets. EVERYONE I talked to said it's an great way to go IF I really like animals and have the patience to work with them. Many photographers don't like the fact that they can't be directed. It set things more solidly in my mind that this is the direction I want to go. A bonus in one of the workshops I attended was a video showing how the instructor dealt with pets in his studio. It was very enlightening and feel much more confident after seeing his approach. I really think I can do this!
There was a lot of emphasis put on incorporating video into your marketing strategy using an online service called Animoto. I would have never consider this without seeing the impact of the videos the instructors shared. The service couldn't be easier to use and the product is pretty cool. Here's a little video I put together using images and clips I have...it will most likely become the introductory centerpiece of my business site.
6 comments:
I love the video, it's great! I'm happy for you that things are taking off. This is what you were meant to do!! XO
Kat, I am so happy for you, finding your dream, and now going out there and getting it.
There is another blogger you might know, her name is Kit, and she has a page called Crazy M Photography on FB. She has organized a amazing program called the 4 paws Project.
One day when I get settled I am thinking about getting something similar in the Okanagan.
She just opened her studio, and is a amazing pet photographer.
Jen @ Muddy Boot Dreams
Kat, you're very talented and I know you are heading in the right direction. Follow your heart - -
I'm sending positive thoughts and big hugs.
The video is very interesting, glad things are moving along for you.
Yay Kat! The first steps are always the hardest. I wish you much success!
Wow. It appears to me that things are moving well and you are stepping forward:)
I enjoyed the video. Dogs and cats are cute and lovely.
Have a wonderful Sunday, Kat.
Yoshi
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