Business, Camera Care & Organization

Business, Camera Care & Organization

Finding a Photography Mentor - Shutterbuglife Podcast

http://www.shutterbuglife.com/podcast//020-finding-a-photography-mentor-with-peggy-farrenI was a guest on Lynford Morton's podcast this week. We talked about many different ways to find a photography mentor. It's about 30 minutes packed with good info! ~Peggy...

Business, Camera Care & Organization

Don't Sell Yourself Short

I'm reading “The Magic of Thinking Big” for the umpteenth time and just finished the chapter on believing in yourself. It's such a great idea to re-read the great motivational classic books! I get something new or a ...

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How to Get Started in Photo Competitions

First of all, why should you compete in a photography competition? I see some amazing photographers in the Understand Photography training center and here on the internet. I encourage photographers to compete in photography competitions for a few reasons: 1 ...

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How to Choose Your Wedding Photographer

As a wedding photographer for over 15 years, I have quite a bit of advice for brides trying to choose a photographer for their wedding. I'll share mine and also advice from other seasoned professional wedding photographers. 1. Choose ...

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What Should You Name Your Photography Business?

This seems to be a tough question for new photographers. I have strong feelings about this. You may or may not agree! Use your own Name! Peggy Farren Photography or Farren Photography. Here I build my case: 1. There are ...

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Wall portraits - The Finishing Touches

There is nothing better than photography to decorate your home. Okay, maybe I'm a little biased! I LOVE having large wall portraits of my family and my landscape photography hanging on my walls. Anyone who has come to our ...

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Why aren't you Projecting?

The photography business is a very competitive one. Once a friend told me that the clients can't tell the difference between good and bad photography. Wow! That really hurt my feelings. But it got me thinking....... Why are some ...

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9 Ways to Improve your Efficiency as a Photographer

Stop sitting at the computer instead of enjoying your life! Here are a few ways to speed up your workflow: The most important time saver - Shoot right in the first place. You should not have to "fix" your pictures! Study ...

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Turning a New Client into a Regular Client

As portrait photographers, especially in the first few years of business, we get on a bit of a high this time of year. Oh my goodness, we are all making so much money and our telephones are ringing off the ...

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Professional Photographers of America - Is it worth the money?

Are you thinking about becoming a professional photographer? Have you been established for a while and want to take your business to the next level? Do you need insurance? Peggy Farren's image is featured in the Professional Photographers of ...

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The Business of Making Money at Portrait Photography

Stop learning from your Facebook friends and learn from an established portrait photographer. Peggy Farren has been a full time professional photographer for 14 years in Southwest Florida. This information PACKED photography workshop is only $99! Fort Myers photographers, Naples ...

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How do you say goodbye at a wedding?

The client has chosen a package with very limited coverage. You are scheduled to leave. First of all, before the reception even begins, talk to the DJ or band leader to let him/her know what time you are contracted ...

Business, Camera Care & Organization

Professional Photographers of Southwest Florida

If you are considering professional photography, the Professional Photographers of Southwest Florida is the only PPA affiliated group in our area. The next meeting is Tuesday, September 20 at 7:00 p.m. Come early for a free meal - no ...

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Oh no! My camera got wet!

At our most recent Wedding Photography 101 workshop, we got rained on! Not just rained on, but POURED on! We saw the clouds coming and we just kept shooting! It was great fun but we should have stopped sooner! Almost ...

What Camera Should I Buy?

There are numerous models and types of cameras avaialble. How do you know which is the right choice for you? Watch our video to understand how to make the right choice!

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What you need to learn to become a solid photographer

With a plan, you'll progress so much more quickly! In this short video, Peggy Farren will reveal the most important things you need to learn to become a strong photographer.

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Peggy Farren is an award winning, professional photographer, instructor, writer and speaker.

With over 17 years as a full-time professional photographer, Peggy offers photography training through her training center, “Understand Photography”.

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Essential Preparation Tips for Travel Photography

This free report will help you choose the right cameras, lenses and accessories for your travels. You'll need different equipment depending on where you are going, your finances, and the weight of the gear. We'll show you how to determine the best equipment for your needs. Also included is a comprehensive list on what you'll need, some things you may not have heard before but you'll be so glad we let you know!

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