As we’re closing out quarter one, it felt like a good time to reflect on what is happening in the brand photography industry as a whole and what’s new in brand photography in 2024. I’ve been a photographer for 10 years and have specialized in brand photography for 7 of those years. In that time I’ve seen a lot of change. These are my predictions based on the shifts I’m seeing in the market. The trends I think are here to stay. I also share the ways that I’m strategizing and planning in my own business. (As someone who primarily makes an income off of brand photography). The biggest takeaway is ..read more

Picture this: you just got your brand photos back and the possibilities to start using them are endless! But the problem is… the possibilities to start using these are endless… and you’re overwhelmed. As a Nashville brand photographer, I’ve worked with clients that have used their pictures to grow their business in really creative ways and I want to share them with you! Social media is usually the first place my clients start implementing their brand photos, but there are SO MANY OTHER uses for these beautiful images! One of the best things you can do when planning your brand photoshoot is to ..read more

5 years ago this month I quit my day job and went full time in my business. If you know me personally, you know how long it takes me to make a decision, and to feel peace with that decision once I do make one. In fact, if you know me personally, you probably agonized with me for several months before making this decision. I didn’t know what would be on the other side of the “yes,” but I desperately wanted to know what it would feel like to take this chance on myself.  On the other side of “yes” were so many blessings and so. much. growth. My photography style has matured, my processes ha ..read more

Are you looking for Bible verses to write during construction for a new build home? 2023 has been a year full of blessings. One of the biggest ones is that we started building our new home. It felt like the opportunity came out of no where. And I’m still catching up to fully understand how we got here. But from the moment we realized we would be building our new home, I knew I wanted to write some of my favorite Bible verses on the framing during construction. Blessing Our New Home and Writing Bible Verses on the Framing During Construction Unless someone offers me an amazing deal on a piece ..read more

I had the pleasure of taking commercial photos for Southeast Venture, a large, enthusiastic team working in Real Estate in Nashville. Calling them a large real estate team is putting it mildly. Southeast Ventures does everything in-house; brokerage, property management, development, and interior design. It was important that the photos I delivered demonstrated everything they did. Also that the images could be used across all media; websites, social media, print, etc. Photos for Commercial Real Estate Firm in Nashville Planning A Commercial Photoshoot For A Nashville Real Estate Firm The ..read more

In today’s digital age, brand photography and stand-out visual content is necessary for the successful marketing strategy of any business. Whether you’re just starting out on the journey of entrepreneurship, or you’ve grown and scaled a company as the CEO… High-quality, professional brand photography for your Nashville business is crucial for building a strong brand and online presence. According to this Forbes article, marketing efforts with good images receive 94% more views than those without.  While there are times that a quick iPhone photo can do the trick, it’s also important to kno ..read more

While traditional product photos are necessary for online listings and Amazon, lifestyle product photos are a great investment when it comes to making a personal connection with your ideal buyers. The real magic happens when you photograph your product in a lifestyle approach- especially when you’re a children’s brand. What comes to mind when you think about children’s books? I bet it isn’t primarily crisp and colorful pages. It’s probably not that new book smell or even silly rhymes. What likely comes to mind is the memories and the people with whom you shared them. If you’re a parent or arou ..read more

As someone who use to be a full-time photographer, Susan understands the importance of impactful brand visuals and photography. She reached out about commercial brand photography for her Nashville cleaning company last October and it was such a perfect fit. I had a blast capturing brand photos for Susan, owner of Simply Pure Home, and her cleaning team! If you’re looking for brand photoshoot inspiration that is clean, inviting, earthy, and calming, this is for you.  The ladies at Simply Pure Home believe that your home is your sanctuary. They value the peace of mind that comes from a clea ..read more

Today I want to focus on personal branding for photographers. Specifically building your own personal brand as a branding photographer. One of the best ways to succeed as a brand photographer is to practice what you preach. Are you currently trying to sell a concept that your business hasn’t yet experienced the benefits of? This is an important question to ask because it’s going to be a key factor in whether or not people can trust you as their brand photographer.   Listen to the episode now Listen and subscribe on your favorite platform: Apple Podcasts | Stitcher | Spotify   Episod ..read more

Let me guess… you know the benefits of professional brand photos, but you have no idea where to start with planning a photoshoot. These 9 ideas for your brand photography shot list will make planning a brand photoshoot as easy as 1-2-3. The most important thing you can do when planning a photoshoot for your business is to focus on the shotlist. A well-planned shot list helps maximize your photoshoot time, sets the intention and goals for your brand photos, and allows you to walk away with impactful and compelling brand imagery that will actually stop the scroll when you post. Now you might be ..read more