Finding Good Lighting When... It's a Cloudy Day
When you don't understand how to work with sunshine, shooting on a cloudy day can feel easier. It's a common misconception that you can...
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May 1, 2019
Finding Good Lighting When... The Sun is Out
Sun is my favorite thing for photographs. It adds dimension and life to an image. And nothing will showcase skin's healthy glow more than...
May 1, 2019
How to Take In Focus Group Photos
I remember when I was first starting with photography, I didn't know how to take in focus group photos. I knew that when I was taking...
Feb 27, 2019
How to Get Blurry Backgrounds
I exclusively photograph people. I love hanging out with people and I love listening to their stories. I love blurry backgrounds because...
Jan 11, 2019
I'm teaching a Class!
I'M TEACHING A CLASS AT BERKELEY!!! This has been a project in progress for almost a year, and I'm so excited to finally announce it...
Jan 6, 2019
My New Years Resolutions are not Goals
I remember in middle school a class recommended making SMART goals: Specific Measurable Attainable Relevant Time-Constrained It's the...
Nov 11, 2018
5 Tips to Get More Life In
Life is busy. And it never stops. It's okay, though. You can handle it. These are some things you can do (for free!) to hopefully help....
Nov 11, 2018
Making Every Session a Portfolio Builder
For my sixteenth birthday, I asked for a photoshoot with my two best friends. I stressed hard about what to wear. I wanted to make the...
Sep 7, 2018
What's in My Bag
I highly recommend buying your gear secondhand. It gets the job done and is a lot more affordable. Facebook Groups for locals selling...
Jul 25, 2018
How I got Started with Photography
I didn’t plan to become a professional photographer when I first picked up a camera. I was first introduced to photography because knew a...
Jul 8, 2018
How to Direct a Couple for Engagement Photos
As a photographer, you're responsible for guiding your clients when they're in front of your camera. Hopefully everything isn't overly...
Jul 7, 2018
5 ways to Guarantee You Can Deliver Wedding Photos (how to backup your stuff and prepare for the wor
Imagine this: You're getting married and you're so excited for your wedding day. It'll be a once in a lifetime opportunity to bring...
Jul 7, 2018
To Photographers: Value Your Life
So many photographers are hungry for clients. I'm so excited every single time I check my inbox and find an inquiry from a potential...
Jul 7, 2018
How to Respond to Concerned Clients
I'm in a lot of Facebook groups for photographers. They're great forums to ask questions! But as I scroll through I frequently see advice...
Mar 14, 2018
How I Choose Camera Settings for Senior & Engagement Shoots
Keep it simple, stupid. For Senior Photos and Engagements I get to choose what time to begin the session, so I only schedule for when all...
Feb 23, 2018
How to Shoot a Mormon Salt Lake Temple Wedding
If you're a wedding photographer in Utah, you're going to find yourself invited to the Salt Lake City Temple. Which you will enthusiastic...
Feb 21, 2018
First Steps to Starting a Photography Business
My cousin called me the other day asking for advice. He is already a talented photographer and recently he decided he wanted to make his...
Feb 18, 2018
The Sting of Rejection
As I've gotten older, I've been pretty stressed thinking about my future. It didn't really bother me in high school because I knew my...
Jul 14, 2017
The first time I used a DSLR
I got a Canon Rebel t4i as I started my junior year of high school, Fall 2014. And I was so excited to use it! I contacted my girl...
Mar 6, 2017
Beginner's Guide to Cameras
Gear does not make a fantastic image (but it doesn't hurt), the photographer does. To be honest, I don't think Barrier to entry for...
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