A PEEK INTO MY PROCESS
A FEW OF MY FAVORITE TOOLS, AND SOME GOODIES I WANT TO SHARE WITH YOU!
There are so many moving parts to owning a photography business!
It can be overwhelming to get started in photography, and even after 14 years of being a photographer, I am always looking for ways to make my business more efficient and effective. I want to give you a window into my gear and the tools that keep my business running. Below, you’ll find referral codes and see exactly what gear lives in my bag and in my studio.
THE GOODS
WHAT I USE TO SHOOT
CANON R5 & R6
I also own a Sony and *almost* totally switched to Nikon and then had to sell it all (long story). I have, quite literally, tried them all, so hit me up if you have questions on different systems! My answers might surprise you. Canon’s customer service through the CPS program is unbeatable, and that’s why Canon has been my main squeeze for the entirety of my career (at least gear-wise!).
As a wedding photographer, if I dropped a lens at a wedding and needed a back-up sent while it got fixed, CPS had me covered and then would get my repaired lens back to me good as new by the time next weekend’s wedding rolled around.
WHAT I USE TO EDIT
LIGHTROOM, IMAGEN & EVOTO
But let’s just talk about Imagen here.
Imagen CHANGED my life. I used to spend hours editing, and then I paid a personal editor way too much of my profit over the years. When I found Imagen, I was back in the driver’s seat and I felt like I got my life back. Seriously, you need to try it. Imagen takes all of the menial tasks you do over and over again during the editing process and creates profiles specific to your unique style and presets. It reduced my editing time from days to minutes. I cannot recommend this program enough.
LIGHTING GEAR
FLASHPOINT STROBES & FLASHES
Reliable, affordable and super durable.
WHAT ACTUALLY MAKES THE MAGIC HAPPEN…
LENSES OWNED
- Canon RF 50mm f/1.2 L
- Canon RF 85mm f/1.2 L USM
- Canon EF 35mm f/1.2 L with RF adaptor
- Canon RF 70-200mm f.2.8 L
- Canon EF 100mm f/2.8 L with RF adaptor
- Canon RF 17-35mm f/2.8
- Canon RF 135mm f/2.0 L
- Zeiss 85mm f/1.2
- A smattering of old EF lenses that need sold!
What’s always on my cameras? The Canon RF 50mm and 85mm (I use these 95% of the time on portraits). My 135mm and I are becoming good friends lately, too. For weddings, the 70-200mm and the 35mm are on the camera for all ceremonies and receptions.
MORE TOOLS OF THE TRADE
I use 17hats for all bookkeeping, contact forms and invoicing. It keeps me organized and my business streamlined! Click below for 50% off your first year.
I WOULD LOVE TO HELP YOU ON THIS PHOTOGRAPHY ADVENTURE!
INTERESTED IN MENTORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES?
I’ve been shooting for over 14 years, and believe me, I have seen it all. Want specific help on posing, lighting, marketing or business structure? I am here to help. Click below for pricing and availability.
AFTER FOURTEEN YEARS IN THE PHOTO INDUSTRY
I have seen it all.
Whether you’re just getting started in your photography business or needing to refresh and refine an established brand, I can help.