Image by Aileen Choi You likely started your photography business based on your passion for creating images and connecting with people. Odds are it’s probably not because you love responding to emails, drafting spreadsheets, and other behind-the-scenes administrative tasks. But unfortunately, these admin tasks are a mandatory part of running a successful business. That’s where a virtual assistant comes in.  A VA can take the admin tasks off your plate, freeing up time to focus on the parts of your business (and your life!) that you love the most. But they can do so much more than just r ..read more

A single image can convey countless different emotions–joy, sadness, pain. But what happens if you take out the ability to see the subject’s face? Do you still experience those same emotions? In June’s “body language” photo challenge, we’re proving you can. The Photobug Community let the bodies do the talking, and these photos have us just as moved as if they featured the couple’s faces. Keep scrolling to see that no matter how you choose to capture two people in love, their love for one another will always shine through. Image by Victori Damaris Image by Please Don’t Blink Image by Love ..read more

Image by JamieY Photography We’re letting you know a little insider secret: Pinterest has been Junebug Weddings’ #1 social traffic driver. Not Instagram, not Facebook, but Pinterest. This is because Pinterest drives traffic directly to your website, boosts your SEO, and is 100% free. It has become one of the largest sources for online inspiration, with 463 million monthly active users and growing, meaning your ideal client is on Pinterest. So, if you’re not yet prioritizing Pinterest as a business tool, you’re missing out on natural traffic opportunities.  Ready to take your business to ..read more

Photography is far more than just pretty pictures. It’s the ability to capture stories within one to two images. Take these photos, for example. We asked our Photobug Community to share some of their favorite images that coincide with some of their favorite stories. From a bird sneaking in a picture to wish a newlywed couple the best on their special day to a heartfelt moment spent together in a hot tub after an engagement, each photo we’re sharing in April’s photo challenge has its own story. Keep scrolling to see the images photographers captured along with the “you had to be there” moment b ..read more

Image by Adventure and Vow In the realm of photography, the buzz around AI technology is hard to miss. For wedding photographers, AI tools have become invaluable for tasks ranging from designing styled shoot mood boards to crafting SEO-rich blog posts. But perhaps where AI has made the most significant impact is in photo editing. Leading the charge in this arena is Imagen, a software that has revolutionized editing for photographers. Beloved by top artists, Imagen has transformed the task of photo editing into a streamlined and efficient process.  In their pursuit of perfectly edited ph ..read more

Every spring, we embark on the daunting yet rewarding journey of sifting through thousands of submissions in search of the best engagement photos of the year. This time, we invited three friends of Junebug–The Apartment Photography of Vancouver, Andri Tei from Singapore, and From the Daisies based in Boulder, Colorado–to join us as judges for the 2024 Engagement contest. Once we gathered for a team Zoom call that spanned multiple time zones, it became evident that we had assembled a dream team. We could trust our judges to not only select winners that were technically beautiful, but photos tha ..read more

Although we’re fans of weddings of all shapes and sizes, there’s something about sharing your special day with your closest friends and family. They get to witness you promise forever to one another in a party unlike any other. So, when it came time to think about what we wanted for our March photo challenge, we knew we wanted to highlight loved ones celebrating couples from all over the world. Thus, the “all together now” challenge was born. From touching pre-ceremony moments to receptions full of life, our Photobug Community did not disappoint. Keep scrolling to witness the joy of involving ..read more

There are so many magical moments that take place during a wedding season. From tender moments during a proposal to tearful moments exchanged during the wedding ceremony–and as a photographer, you’ve captured them all. Although we may be biased, these moments are some of our favorites ever photographed, which is why it was a no-brainer to choose them for our January monthly challenge. As you scroll, you’ll see a giddy flower girl dancing before the wedding to heartwarming first looks and everything in between, all captured beautifully by our Photobug Community. So get ready to laugh, cry, and ..read more

Image by Aida & Tim Glowik Having real weddings in your portfolio is a wonderful way to demonstrate you have what it takes to produce beautiful galleries in real-life situations. But real weddings don’t always allow you to fully showcase your vision. This is where styled shoots come in. Styled shoots let your creativity shine and craft a body of work that intentionally attracts the type of clients that you seek to work with in the future. Moreover, you have the freedom to photograph and edit the styled shoot precisely as your heart desires. One of the main reasons photographers do styled ..read more

photo by The Ferros Workshops and retreats are the answer for anyone craving an immersive education experience. These unique events allow photographers to meet community members while also providing an opportunity for growth. And luckily, there’s a workshop out there to teach you something new no matter your experience level. Online courses are a convenient choice, but nothing can replace physically connecting with like-minded creatives.  Wedding photography workshops can share fresh perspectives to lift you out of a creative rut or train you on a particular topic, such as editing or el ..read more