I could be talking for hours about photography. 😅 I hope this video helps you! ❤ If you want to learn more with me while becoming a beloved supporter, join my private community here: buymeacoffee.com/laurabc/membership
Hello Laura, muchas gracias ❤Another interesting video with great tips for beginner photographers. Thanks to you, I've joined the skillshare platform that has much knowledge on photography and lots of information on other topics. Your commitment and professionalism are outstanding !I'm grateful that I found you here. You're truly amazing and inspiring. Thank you ❤Sending back love to you 🙏🫶
@@dorotabach2556 Awww thank you always for your amazing feedback and support! ❤ It makes me truly happy to know that you enjoy my videos and I hope they're helping you. 🥰 Enjoy your free month of Skillshare! You'll see how many classes you have there and how much you can learn! Big love always!
That’s what I did, I took pictures of anything and everything and then send them to the right person to see them. And that’s how I take photos now for the city I live in. Go out and take photos.
Early on I asked if I could photograph rehearsals at a local theatre. The lighting was amazing (it’s pretty much already done for you) and this got me some work then with the actors, doing headshots and lifestyle work. Actors alway need new images! What actually got me lots of work was learning to design websites, just using platforms like Squarespace or Wix. Then approaching a business with the offer of BOTH photography and web design as a package. I can now travel and do photography with design. I love it!
Yessss! Love it! Networking and word of mouth are the most powerful tools. And staking skills as well because you’re able to offer more services. So happy to read this! Keep it up! 📸❤️
Can't tell you how inspired I feel Laura after watching this video, thank you ! I have been really wanting to and trying to get back to photography its been almost 4 years since covid that I haven't touched my camera. I recently bought a new camera sony A7iv to jump back as the the gear I previously owned was almost 14 years ago. And I am so happy I took that step and now it's about taking the 2nd step of putting myself out there. I'm in a new city, don't know the language (french), no friends, have been going out to shoot but having hesitation will I be able to do it.
You are always so kind and encouraging. That is how I feel after watching and listening to your video presentations. Thank you so much for your advice and encouragement. 😊
Laura! ❤ I’m going to pursue the stock photography idea. I just practiced some product photography at home last night, just to practice something. I’ll go back and re-watch your stock photography video on the whole process. Thank you! ❤
This is excellent advice Laura, thank you for always being positive and giving us words of encouragement. You are so good and it is absolutely terrifying to put ourselves out there. I successfully got my first gig, one of my friends needed photos for his comedy routine because he got a brand deal with a clothing company! So cool. I will keep watching your videos and taking notes.
Gracias Laura! Definitivamente estoy tratando de empezar aquí en donde estoy en USA And I will take the options I have to start going something here, maybe food photography locally and stuff like that
It's almost summer time again, I'm almost ready 😊 Because of you, I was so inspired to start shooting for the very first time, last year. I had the best summer I had in years. I met beautiful people but most of all, I felt something new. Thank you dear, Laura ✨📷📸
Thank you so much, this is so helpful! I wanted to ask, if I want to do portrait photography, how can I offer my services, similar to how you are saying small businesses can be approached?
Thanks for this video. I just started photography 2 months ago and I don't have a lot of confidence, I just started learning on my own and it's been a bit challenging. I want to be a professional. Is there a way I can learn and become a professional? Please i need a professional advice.
Thanks again for another amazing video Laura! Muchas gracias!! I was wondering if you have any particular thoughts on selling prints online??(in addition to stock photography I want to actually set up a store for my prints and then I want to use some ad service to market them) beginning while having a 9 to 6 day job is very hard, so I’m thinking about automating some part of it. Have you tried this before? I’m using one of those services that fulfill orders as they come, but I haven’t sold anything yet, just started xD Anyways, thanks for all the videos again!
I’m very curious to know how your pay structure may have changed since you have moved to Bali. Have you need to change what you charge for services or do you work with international clients so you can charge what you did in London?
Thanks for this video, I always keep coming back to your genuinely frank - friendly talks to regain confidence to move forward as beginner towards professional.
How do u see yourself as a photographer at the age of 60? Personally I think this job is for young people 30-40 same as being flight attendant .But keep doing what makes u happy and fulfilled.
Hi Laura. Thanks for these key points. But when it comes to wanting to assist professionals it’s kind of hard because they don’t reply your emails or even dms😔
I've already watched this twice and keep taking notes, I'm sure I'll be watching it again! I've started the playlist with this, too, and there are so many great nuggets and things that got me thinking about other ideas. Thanks Laura!
Hi Laura, love your videos! Is there anyway you can give information about the steps of how to get paid legally by clients and businesses with out getting in trouble with the IRS (contracts, taxes, copyrights, apps, etc.)?. I feel like everyone is talking about how to make money with photography but can’t find proper videos that go through the legal steps. I know you’re not in America but I still think it would be helpful to know how it is where you are. Thank you! 🙏
Laura!! I need information on business licensing and at what point you need to get one along with knowing about locations and places you need to ask permission for taking photos/ having a business license. Thank you!
I feel more nervous and rushed photographing my family, even with my step mom who took photography classes and she makes me feel rushed. Any advise on how to just let things go that your family says to you?
i just picked up a camera and am new to photography... it hasn't even arrived in the mail yet, and i already am so looking forward to taking some clever shots. thanks for your tips!
I can’t stress enough how much I appreciate you for sharing this knowledge. I have been feeling so discouraged lately and you have given me so much hope.
Will try these when I get a camera from second hand 😅 Now I only have my smartphone and compact camera. I know there are some points you can use these gears for it, but yeah, I'd like to level up one step higher in gears.
Hey, Laura, you're such an inspiration! Keep going forward, I'm glad to be a follower to your channel. I have noticed you haven't written what's the mic you use, and i know from before that sound is very important for you. Can you tell us what is the lav mic you use?
Thank you so much! 😍 So glad to know that you like my videos and you're enjoying my channel! ❤️ Thank you for pointing that out. I added the wireless mic I use but I forgot to add the lavalier mic I attach to it. Below you can find the combination I use. I sometimes use just the wireless mic because the mic transmitter, comes with a clip and with a magnet. But depending on my clothing, I sometimes add the lavalier. - Wireless Mic: geni.us/taYBl - Lavalier Mic: geni.us/sPxp I hope it helps! 😊
Hi Laura I love your videos I am coming to live in Bali please contact me if you need a helper or if you have any upcoming workshops , kind regards Harry
I could be talking for hours about photography. 😅 I hope this video helps you! ❤ If you want to learn more with me while becoming a beloved supporter, join my private community here: buymeacoffee.com/laurabc/membership
Hello Laura, muchas gracias ❤Another interesting video with great tips for beginner photographers. Thanks to you, I've joined the skillshare platform that has much knowledge on photography and lots of information on other topics.
Your commitment and professionalism are outstanding !I'm grateful that I found you here. You're truly amazing and inspiring. Thank you ❤Sending back love to you 🙏🫶
@@dorotabach2556 Awww thank you always for your amazing feedback and support! ❤ It makes me truly happy to know that you enjoy my videos and I hope they're helping you. 🥰 Enjoy your free month of Skillshare! You'll see how many classes you have there and how much you can learn! Big love always!
That’s what I did, I took pictures of anything and everything and then send them to the right person to see them. And that’s how I take photos now for the city I live in. Go out and take photos.
How do you find the right people to send the photos to?
What do you mean you take photos for the city? Like the local government?
Early on I asked if I could photograph rehearsals at a local theatre. The lighting was amazing (it’s pretty much already done for you) and this got me some work then with the actors, doing headshots and lifestyle work. Actors alway need new images! What actually got me lots of work was learning to design websites, just using platforms like Squarespace or Wix. Then approaching a business with the offer of BOTH photography and web design as a package. I can now travel and do photography with design. I love it!
This is a great idea!
Yessss! Love it! Networking and word of mouth are the most powerful tools. And staking skills as well because you’re able to offer more services. So happy to read this! Keep it up! 📸❤️
I enjoy your energy and enthusiasm and exploratory spirit!
Thanks for publishing this vid. It’s very helpful and inspiring.
You're most welcome Sarah! I'm so happy to know that you found it helpful! 🥰 Big hug!
Can't tell you how inspired I feel Laura after watching this video, thank you !
I have been really wanting to and trying to get back to photography its been almost 4 years since covid that I haven't touched my camera. I recently bought a new camera sony A7iv to jump back as the the gear I previously owned was almost 14 years ago. And I am so happy I took that step and now it's about taking the 2nd step of putting myself out there. I'm in a new city, don't know the language (french), no friends, have been going out to shoot but having hesitation will I be able to do it.
Always such good positive vibes.... I greatly appreciate these videos !
So informative and simple to follow! I loved this, thank you!
Thank you Laura for this valuable sharing. These bullet points are so practical and encouraging.
some great tips Laura, been updating my website to show off some variety, very informative video.
You are always so kind and encouraging. That is how I feel after watching and listening to your video presentations. Thank you so much for your advice and encouragement. 😊
Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge and wisdom Laura! 🫂🤍 I’m so excited to utilize these tips to grow my business! Much love to you! 🤍🤍
Great Laura as always :) Thanx a lot to be an inspiration and the source of knowledge :)
First video I have ever seen of you and I love you already!! So real & helpful!! 💯☺️
This was great, Laura! Thank you so much! 😊
Laura! ❤ I’m going to pursue the stock photography idea. I just practiced some product photography at home last night, just to practice something. I’ll go back and re-watch your stock photography video on the whole process. Thank you! ❤
How do I know which stock photos are needed?
This is excellent advice Laura, thank you for always being positive and giving us words of encouragement. You are so good and it is absolutely terrifying to put ourselves out there. I successfully got my first gig, one of my friends needed photos for his comedy routine because he got a brand deal with a clothing company! So cool. I will keep watching your videos and taking notes.
Gracias Laura! Definitivamente estoy tratando de empezar aquí en donde estoy en USA
And I will take the options I have to start going something here, maybe food photography locally and stuff like that
Thanks!!! Me encanta tu contenido y me inspiras mogolloón :)
MIL GRAcIAS POR ESTO. Necesitaba más ideas y me las distes.you have a new subscriber from Atlanta Georgia
Awesome
Thanks for sharing these. Really helpful
THANK YOU! This is perfect ❤❤
Thank you Laura, wonderful video and advice to start
It's almost summer time again, I'm almost ready 😊
Because of you, I was so inspired to start shooting for the very first time, last year.
I had the best summer I had in years. I met beautiful people but most of all, I felt something new.
Thank you dear, Laura
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Awww it makes so happy to read this! 😍 You’re most welcome. ❤️ I’m so glad you started to shoot and I had something to do with it. 🥹 Keep it up!
I really appreciate your support and honesty.❤
Thank you so much Debbie! 😍 ❤️
Very helpful, best one I've seen on the topic.
These tips are really helping and great at same time
You’re so helpful thank you so much ❤️❤️❤️
Thank you so much, this is so helpful! I wanted to ask, if I want to do portrait photography, how can I offer my services, similar to how you are saying small businesses can be approached?
Thanks for sharing!
Thanks for this video. I just started photography 2 months ago and I don't have a lot of confidence, I just started learning on my own and it's been a bit challenging. I want to be a professional. Is there a way I can learn and become a professional? Please i need a professional advice.
Hi Laura. Is it ok for me to share my Square Space page here? Kind regards Colin,
Thanks again for another amazing video Laura! Muchas gracias!!
I was wondering if you have any particular thoughts on selling prints online??(in addition to stock photography I want to actually set up a store for my prints and then I want to use some ad service to market them) beginning while having a 9 to 6 day job is very hard, so I’m thinking about automating some part of it.
Have you tried this before? I’m using one of those services that fulfill orders as they come, but I haven’t sold anything yet, just started xD
Anyways, thanks for all the videos again!
I’m very curious to know how your pay structure may have changed since you have moved to Bali. Have you need to change what you charge for services or do you work with international clients so you can charge what you did in London?
What stocks would you recommend?
Thanks for this video, I always keep coming back to your genuinely frank - friendly talks to regain confidence to move forward as beginner towards professional.
The link to skillshare link ain't working
How do u see yourself as a photographer at the age of 60?
Personally I think this job is for young people 30-40 same as being flight attendant .But keep doing what makes u happy and fulfilled.
You are so intelligent and gorgeous also thanks🌹🌹🙏
Thank you Laura. These are very helpful tips.
❤thank. You
Do you feel a professional Instagram account gets less reach and engagement than a regular one ?
At least it has been my experience
Sei italiana? Da che regione? 🤔🤔
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My biggest issue isn’t finding clients, it’s more that clients don’t have the money right now.
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Anyone know if shes married 🤔😋
She looks like ramcharan without a mustache
Those are all great advice, thank you so much Laura🫶🏻
Hi Laura. Thanks for these key points. But when it comes to wanting to assist professionals it’s kind of hard because they don’t reply your emails or even dms😔
I've already watched this twice and keep taking notes, I'm sure I'll be watching it again! I've started the playlist with this, too, and there are so many great nuggets and things that got me thinking about other ideas. Thanks Laura!
Stock photos will be tough now with Ai but others points are all very valid
Hi Laura, love your videos! Is there anyway you can give information about the steps of how to get paid legally by clients and businesses with out getting in trouble with the IRS (contracts, taxes, copyrights, apps, etc.)?. I feel like everyone is talking about how to make money with photography but can’t find proper videos that go through the legal steps. I know you’re not in America but I still think it would be helpful to know how it is where you are. Thank you! 🙏
Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! This is exactly what I needed at the right time🥰😊🥰.
Laura!! I need information on business licensing and at what point you need to get one along with knowing about locations and places you need to ask permission for taking photos/ having a business license. Thank you!
I an just happy to be part of your community, great advice and great video. Have a great week Laura. Big love.
I feel more nervous and rushed photographing my family, even with my step mom who took photography classes and she makes me feel rushed. Any advise on how to just let things go that your family says to you?
Could you recommend some cammeras for beginners?
Don’t watch you tube 😂
Very helpful cues! Thanks Laura.
Truly inspiring and supportive, thank you Laura 🎉🤗
Thank you Laura. You are so inspiring and encouraging ❤.
Hello 😊
Hello
Lovely 🥰❤️
i just picked up a camera and am new to photography... it hasn't even arrived in the mail yet, and i already am so looking forward to taking some clever shots. thanks for your tips!
you upgraded your macbook :)
So many gems! Great opportunity to begin skill share
I can’t stress enough how much I appreciate you for sharing this knowledge.
I have been feeling so discouraged lately and you have given me so much hope.
Thanks for the inspo I’m new here
450$ for literal trash is crazy! Wow thank you for the tips Laura, we love this videos
What a lovely presentation.
Will try these when I get a camera from second hand 😅 Now I only have my smartphone and compact camera. I know there are some points you can use these gears for it, but yeah, I'd like to level up one step higher in gears.
Im so glad that i found your channel back in the time. Always so much to learn from your videos :) great work !!!
Hey, Laura, you're such an inspiration! Keep going forward, I'm glad to be a follower to your channel. I have noticed you haven't written what's the mic you use, and i know from before that sound is very important for you. Can you tell us what is the lav mic you use?
Thank you so much! 😍 So glad to know that you like my videos and you're enjoying my channel! ❤️
Thank you for pointing that out. I added the wireless mic I use but I forgot to add the lavalier mic I attach to it.
Below you can find the combination I use. I sometimes use just the wireless mic because the mic transmitter, comes with a clip and with a magnet. But depending on my clothing, I sometimes add the lavalier.
- Wireless Mic: geni.us/taYBl
- Lavalier Mic: geni.us/sPxp
I hope it helps! 😊
You are amazing🤩 thank you for information 😍
I love this lady!
Like always, very good tips 👌🏾 i loved it
Thanks for sharing these tips. I will refer to this video in the future.
you inspire
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Hi Laura I love your videos I am coming to live in Bali please contact me if you need a helper or if you have any upcoming workshops , kind regards Harry