So you want to be a photographer: Transform your skills and build a profitable photography business

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PHOTO 144: How to get paid to shoot what you love with special guest Christina Force Jun 14, 2017

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We interview Christina Force, a New Zealand based photo-consultant who works with photographers and agents worldwide. We chat to her about what it really takes to make a great portfolio that will get you the work you want - and much more.

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PHOTO 143: Bad habits every photographer should ditch today - do you make them? Jun 07, 2017

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Over time, we can slip into some bad habits. Photography bad habits that is. And they can hold us back. In this episode, Gina and Valerie discuss some bad habits and how to get over them. Do you recognise any in yourself?

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PHOTO 142: Snapshot: Senior/teen portrait ideas and low light photography May 31, 2017

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There is a great market in senior portraits - for Aussies, this doesn’t mean elderly people, in the US it’s a thing. Portraits of high school seniors!

In this minisode, Gina and Valerie discuss some great strategies on taking cool senior portraits. And they also look at … afterbirth! No just kidding. Not actual afterbirth - but taking family shots after a baby is born.

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PHOTO 141: Crank it up! Why every photographer should embrace high ISO. May 24, 2017

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It’s time to crank up your ISO. In this episode, we dispel the myths about high ISO being noisy and grainy and show you what you need to do if you’re shooting this way. Gina and Valerie discuss the various situations where high ISO should be used (and it’s not just when there is low light or at night!) and the extra techniques you need to employ if you choose this setting.

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PHOTO 140: Snapshot: How to deal with negative feedback about your photography May 23, 2017

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How to deal with negative feedback about your photography. When you start hanging out with other photographers, it can be easy to start the dangerous game of comparison. Worse is when you begin listening to the criticism from others, even if they mean it constructively. If you find that your confidence has been rocked, even by the most innocent comment, it’s time to take stock.

Gina and Valerie chat about the strategies and mindset you need to adopt to make the most out of negative feedback. Hope you enjoy it. Sign up to the newsletter for great tips and free Lightroom presets. Join the dynamic Gold Membership in our Community which delivers monthly tutorials, live mastermind and lots of behind the scenes videos into the creative process. Find out more at ginamilicia.com.

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PHOTO 139: How to photograph the night sky with special guest, astrophotographer Michael Goh May 17, 2017

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If you want to take mind-blowing photographs of the stars and the night sky, you can’t go past the amazing work of astrophotographer Michael Goh. Whether you are taking time lapse shots or panoramic night-time landscapes, this award-winning photographer is generous with this tips on how to get the ideal photo. We chat to Michael so that we can bring his incredible techniques to you.

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PHOTO 138: Snapshot: Refurbishing Gear and should you show personal projects as folio? May 16, 2017

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In this minisode, Gina and Valerie discuss whether you should buy refurbished gear. And also whether you should use personal images in your professional portfolio.

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PHOTO 137: How do you know if you are ready to start a photography business May 11, 2017

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So you’re into photography and think you might be able to earn some money from it. Whether you want to do it on weekends or full time, you need the right approach if you want to succeed. Gina and Valerie chat about how to get the right mindset, the essential steps you need to take, how to find time to build your business and the importance to finding your tribe.

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PHOTO 136: Snapshot: Should you work for free and how to take your photography to the next level May 09, 2017

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When you’re starting out in photography, you can sometimes be offered opportunities in exchange for “exposure”. That is, your client doesn’t want to pay but promises that they will promote you in some other way. Should you do this?

Gina and Valerie reveal their strategies. Also, we answer a listener question on how to take her photography to the next level. Hope you enjoy the podcast. Sign up to the newsletter for great tips and free Lightroom presets. Join the dynamic Gold Membership in our Community which delivers monthly tutorials, live mastermind and lots of behind the scenes videos into the creative process. Find out more at ginamilicia.com.

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PHOTO 135: How to use colour for maximum impact in photos May 05, 2017

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Choosing the right colour in your photographs isn’t just about wardrobe choice. You should also consider how the overall colour palette impacts your image, and also whether you can adjust any hues in post-production to achieve a show-stopping look.

Gina and Valerie chat about what you need to be aware of, the importance of a colour wheel, ideal colour combinations for any situation, and much more. Hope you enjoy the podcast. Sign up to the newsletter for great tips and free Lightroom presets. Join the dynamic Gold Membership in our Community which delivers monthly tutorials, live mastermind and lots of behind the scenes videos into the creative process. Find out more at ginamilicia.com.

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