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Author: Giliane Mansfeldt – Savvy Shutterbug
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No-Sweat Photo Shoot Prep: The Creative’s Guide to Gear, Mindset, and Confidence
Getting ready for a photo session means more than just gear checks—your mindset matters just as much. Thoughtful prep helps you show up calm, creative, and truly present for your clients. Progress, not perfection! Read more
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Stop Overthinking Poses: Real-World Practice Strategies for Nervous New Photographers
You don’t need to memorize a million poses; you just need to build your own comfortable toolkit, practice out loud, and enter each session with a flexible mindset. Prep, don’t stress—your next client will feel every bit of confidence you bring. Read more
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How to Make Your Photography Welcome Guide Unforgettable: 5 Pieces Your Clients Will Thank You For
A truly unforgettable photography welcome guide is equal parts warm introduction, practical tips, clear boundaries, and client-focused extras. Personalize it, keep it clear, and let your guide work as your silent superpower for building trust and smooth sessions. Read more
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Brewing Success: The Real-World Guide to Crafting a Client Workflow That Grows Your Photography Business
A reliable workflow is the not-so-secret weapon behind every thriving solo photography business. Whether you’re just starting or feeling stuck, nailing these steps will set you up for happier clients and repeat referrals. Want a jump start? Download my free Workflow Starter Map! Read more
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Client Journey Check-Up: Is Your Website Helping or Hurting Your Bookings?
You’ve put time into building your website. You’ve uploaded your favorite images, picked fonts you love, and maybe even added a fancy contact form. But let’s be honest—when was the last time you looked at your website from a potential client’s point of view? Because here’s the truth: your website isn’t just a place to… Read more
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How to Follow Up Without Feeling Pushy (and Still Get the Booking)
You did everything right. You replied to the inquiry with a warm, thoughtful message. Maybe you even customized it, added your pricing guide, and offered a consult call. You were excited to hear back. And then… silence. This is the moment that leaves a lot of new photographers frozen. You don’t want to be annoying.… Read more
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Responding to Inquiries Like a Pro: Templates for New Photographers
You’ve been refreshing your inbox or checking your DMs, hoping for a sign that someone is interested in working with you—and then it happens. An inquiry. Your heart jumps a little, you open the message… and then the panic sets in. What do I say? How much do I share? Am I supposed to send… Read more
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How to Use Instagram Stories to Turn Followers Into Clients
If you’re a photographer trying to grow your business, chances are you’ve posted a few times to your Instagram feed… maybe even agonized over captions and curated a beautiful grid. But are you consistently using Instagram Stories to connect with potential clients? If not, you’re leaving one of your most powerful tools on the table.… Read more
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The 3 Types of Content Photographers Should Be Posting to Get Booked
Posting on social media, writing blog posts, sending emails—when you’re trying to grow your photography business, it can feel like you’re always creating content. But here’s the hard truth: if your content isn’t moving people toward booking, it’s just noise. It’s not about posting more. It’s about posting with purpose. You don’t need to be… Read more