It is one thing to be a good photographer, but running a successful photo business takes a large set of skills that have nothing to do with a camera. If you are new to working as a professional, check out this fantastic video tutorial that discusses some common business mistakes photographers make and how to fix them.
Coming to you from Chelsea Nicole Photography, this excellent video tutorial discusses some common business mistakes photographers make and how to fix them. The mistake a lot of photographers make is assuming that good skills with a camera and a solid portfolio will translate to success in a photo business. Of course, you need to be solid behind the camera before you take the professional dive, but it is far from all you need to find sustainable financial success. In fact, you might be surprised by what a small proportion of your time as a professional will involve taking pictures. The truth is that there are a lot of decent photographers who make a nice living because they are excellent businesspeople, while many of the best creatives fall by the wayside because they lack the skills needed to run a viable business. Check out the video above for the full rundown.
