Why is photography so different? Hey Reader, It took me over 10 years to realise what truly sets photography apart from other creative mediums like painting or music. Think about how a painter works They start with a blank canvas, nothing but white space. From there, they add elements, colour, shapes, and details Until they create a finished piece. Music works in a similar way. You begin with silence and add notes, layers, and instruments to build a composition. But photography? It’s the...
10 months ago • 3 min read
Let’s cut your post production by 90% Hey Reader, When I first started taking photography seriously, I’d come home from taking photos with hundreds of photos… and no idea where to start. Importing, sorting, editing, exporting, it all took way longer than it should’ve. Eventually, I realised: the problem wasn’t my editing. It was my lack of workflow. So I built a simple 5-step system that now saves me hours every week — and actually makes the process fun again: 1. Start with a clean system...
11 months ago • 3 min read
Breaking Free from Creative Procrastination Hey Reader, If you’ve ever put off picking up your camera because you weren’t “ready” or didn’t feel inspired you’re not alone. A lot of photographers, myself included, have fallen into the trap of waiting for the perfect moment, the right gear, or a big creative breakthrough before taking action. But here’s the truth: procrastination isn’t just laziness, it’s fear in disguise. Fear of wasting time on a bad shot. Fear of not being good enough. Fear...
11 months ago • 4 min read
Is Quality over Quantity Good? Hey Reader, We’ve all heard quality over quantity. But when it comes to photography (and content creating) Quantity leads to quality. Think about it. The photographer who takes 10,000 photos isn’t just more likely to capture that one perfect photo They also have 9,999 opportunities to learn. Every out of focus shot, every odd composition, every exposure that didn’t quite hit the mark teaches something. It can be the biggest mistake a photographer can make...
11 months ago • 3 min read
A third of the year is already gone Hey Reader, That means you’ve had 120 chances to move forward. 120 mornings to start fresh. 120 moments to take action. So, let’s check in for a second, are you actually making progress? Back in January, you had big goals. You told yourself: “This is the year I take my photography seriously.” “This is the year I stop holding back.” “This is the year I finally make money in this industry.” But here’s the reality.. Most people have already lost momentum. The...
11 months ago • 3 min read
Never delete your photos Hey Reader, A few months ago, I was digging through some old hard drives when I stumbled across a folder of photos I took five years ago. At the time, I didn’t think much of them, just another batch of images that didn’t quite hit the mark. The exposure wasn’t perfect, there were no colours, and I moved on, forgetting they even existed. But out of curiosity, I opened one up and started editing. And something clicked. With fresh eyes and years of experience under my...
11 months ago • 3 min read
Why aren't you being seen? Hey Reader, You spend hours planning a shoot. Or editing a set of photos You put your heart and soul into capturing the perfect shot. Before you share it, you hope, that this one will finally get the recognition it deserves... Only to be disappointed once again. If so, you might be making these common photography mistakes: Mistake #1: You’re Trying to Appeal to Everyone. If your photography is for everyone, it’s for no one. Your work should speak directly to a...
12 months ago • 3 min read
Think like a Businessmen Hey Reader, If You Want to Make It in Photography, You Have to Treat It Like a Business If you’re anything like me, you didn’t pick up a camera because you wanted to run a business. You started because you love photography. You love the way a great edit feels when it all comes together. You love the rush of taking that perfect shot. Seeing a location and immediately wanting to photograph it. But at some point, creativity stops being the only thing that matters. If you...
12 months ago • 5 min read
Are you being seen? Hey Reader, If you’re anything like me, you didn’t pick up a camera because you wanted to be an “influencer.” You started because you love photography. You love the art of photography, waiting for the perfect moment, and just saying one more shot, even though that’s a lie. You love the feeling you get, the kind that makes you not be able to get that smile off your face. You love the process, the learning, the small wins along the way. But unfortunately at some point, skill...
12 months ago • 4 min read