079: Darryl Glade-Real Estate Photographic Tips

Real estate photographer Darryl Glade’s experience as a top realtor in Louisiana for 10 years gave him deep insights into the needs of of photographers and realtors. He co-founded Rocket Photo an online marketplace that connects Realtors with photographers.

In this episode, we chat about how Real Estate Photography can be very lucrative, and supplement income for photographers who have had a drop in clients due to the pandemic. Homes are still being sold and the need for great images is constant.

In this interview Darryl shares so much wisdom including his ideas on
-Camera and other equipment needed
-Drones-how to use them to increase sales and service
-How to be a problem solver for your client
-Why systems can greatly increase your income

You might discover a new passion and way to use your camera and talents for additional income.

SPECIAL OFFER
Register as a photographer on Rocket Photo in 2020 and he will upgrade your account to Premium for free for 6 months.
www.RocketPhoto.com
darryl@rocketphoto.com

078: Jeff Fasano-Learning to “See the Light”

Jeff Fasano is an amazing photographer, and a well respected professional in Nashville. Tennessee. He has captured the essence, heart and soul of legendary actors, notable artists and musicians. His unique style of environmental portraiture truly expresses his passion and what he loves.

Lighting is one of his super powers and he loves to help photographers “see the light” and learn to use it well to create images that use the power of light to “wow” the viewer, and create strong impact.

Some of his tips are
– that you don’t have to be award winning to be very successful in business
– that being highly skill with lighting is one key to profitability

He share 3 exercise that can greatly improve your ability to see and use light masterfully.

Though not a direct discussion about making money, this impactful conversation will give you insights into how to create drama ,and develop more awareness about the use of natural and studio light to stand out from the crowd. Better photography always helps us on the path to more profitablity.

You can see Jeff’s amazing work at Jeff Fasano Photography www.jefffasano.com
and send questions to jeff@jefffasano.com

077: Colby McLemore- Commercial Photographer and Marketing

Colby McLemore of Colby’s Photos & Videos has had a highly successful advertising/commercial photography business located in East Tennessee for over 15 years. He usually works both on location and in his downtown Knoxville, TN studio. 

Marketing has been a passion since he was young and he loves to share his experience and wisdom on how to have a successful business as a photographer.

Some of the topics Luci and Colby discuss are 

1. The  different about commercial photography from portraits. 

2. Digital marketing and SEO

3. Testimonials and reviews and how to cultivate them and why

4. The joy of working in a collaborative environment 

5. Networking as a powerful foundation for a business

And his final suggestion is to “Just Do It”. Get out of your rut and just get going.

To connect with Colby call or email 

colby@colbysphotosvideos.com

(865) 924-1455

Connect with Luci Dumas:

Twitter: @lucidumas

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LuciDumasCoaching/ Email: luci@lucidumas.com

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/luci-dumas

Instagram: @theprofitablephotographer_pod

Website: LuciDumas.com

Coaching: LuciDumasCoaching.com

076: Luci Dumas-Personal Growth/Mindset in Business

Today’s episode is a fairly personal look into Luci’s journey in business and how she used it to become a stronger, more successful, and happier person both in her career and life. Self-employment, especially as artists, can help us grow and heal lifetime patterns that impacted our financial. professional, and personal success.

She shares specific strategies, and solutions to the experiences and “mindset” issues many photographers face when navigating the challenges of self-employment.

Her tips include
-the value of journalling
-benefits of having a coach and support of professionals
-why personal growth groups and programs increase our photography business success
-her favorite books that help her in business and life