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Main Segment: Nick and Erica talk about some of the things they wish they knew when they first began their photography journeys.
- Erica:
- Business is hard
- Organization is key
- There is no such thing as too much education
- Skill is more important than gear
- Light is more important than anything else
- “I wish I knew more about light. What makes good light, how to manipulate light, FLASH, that a photo is about light so much more than posing or smiles or composition, or anything else. I wish I knew Light with a capital L.”
- Nick:
- its not all about being a good photographer
- starting with good file management
- once you start with low prices, it is challenging to raise them
- there are good clients, there are bad clients, and you cant make everyone happy
- the Walmart mentality is a real thing
- shooting mistakes
- the importance of background
- the shooting location doesn’t have to be epic to create great photos
- dont be afraid to stop down once in a while
- you can create good light without packing tons of flash gear
- sometimes speed is preferable to controlling the light
- Listener wisdom:
- Don’t disregard composition
- “I wish I understood how expensive photography is. And that GAS is a real thing. A very real thing.”
- Don’t shoot in small jpeg!
- Lightroom is the best thing since sliced bread.
- Starting a small photo group with friends will help keep you motivated and learn so much faster.
- Networking is important for portfolio building and working for free isn’t necessary.
- Not all clients are YOUR clients.
- Find your niche.
- Don’t take every job that is offered just for the experience.
- Photography is more than making good photos.
- You must have business knowledge to be successful.
- The importance of connecting with subjects (and how much easier your job is when you can connect!).
- Don’t spend money on new gear if you don’t know why you need it.
- Posing can make or break your portrait work.
Lessons Learned