10 Wedding Photography Tips for Beginners
10 things beginner wedding photographers need to know. Every wedding photographer started with their first wedding – here are tips to get through your first time doing wedding photography.
Atlas Magazine Releases the Brazen Issue
The Brazen Issue of Atlas Magazine is here, and I couldn't be prouder of the work put into this issue. Although this last August was a bit of a difficult month, I managed to get the issue put together in time. I'm so excited about several of the features, and a couple of new things for Atlas Magazine.
Essential Sites for Finding Creative Job Listings & Internships
There are plenty of career sites, but as a creative, how do you know where your time will be best spent? These are the absolute essential sites creative job listings –– so you can stop searching, and start pursuing.
4 Mistakes I Made as a Blogger
I’ve only been blogging since January 2018, but I took a month off to re-evaluate what I was actually doing and why I was doing it. For anyone considering starting a blog, here are 4 mistakes I made when I first started blogging.
4 Tools Creatives Need to Start Using
Algorithms are ever-changing and it seems like your hard work is getting you less and less exposure. As a creative developing your brand, exposure and networking are absolutely crucial to developing a name. These are 4 tools that creatives need to start using.
How to Create a Routine when Working from Home
For those of us that work from home, I'm sure we thought about it initially as the dream. It really can be, though –– it just takes some work to make sure that you're both living the dream and keeping the dream job. Creating a routine is entirely necessary to keep working from home a productive and healthy lifestyle choice. Here are some tips I've learned from working from home.
Instagram Stories: What Should I Be Posting?
There's been a lot of chatter in the social media community about the importance of adopting Instagram Stories as a regular part of your posting routine. It's true that I have seen an increase in my engagement reflected in my feed when I frequently post to Instagram Stories, but I wanted to break down the use of the Stories and how you should be curating your content.
When I Grow Up: Adjusting to Career Pivots
Whether it's looking for your first job, transitioning to a new one, or even pivoting to a different field, it's important to be open to change and accept the possibility that you might not end up in the position you'd dreamed, but you might find the right position.
How Content Planning Saves Me Stress
Every content creator behaves differently. Some go through bursts of inspiration and put out tons of content before retreating, and some follow a consistent schedule. For me, I prefer pre-planned content that runs on a consistent schedule. Here's how content planning saves me stress.
5 Quick Tips for a Comfortable Test Shoot
When you’re new to test shooting, it can be intimidating to want to get things right. These shoots can be of huge benefit to both your portfolio and the model’s, and you want to be able to produce a product that works for everyone. I’ve put together a list of quick tips to a comfortable test shoot.
Creating an Effective Mood Board
When planning a photo shoot, you'll often be asked by members of your team to share a mood board. If you've never made one of these–– don't fret. Let's get started on creating an effective mood board.
6 Tips to Nail Your Job Interview
Job interviews can be an intimidating process for anyone. That’s why it’s important to prepare beforehand and set yourself up for as much success as you can.
8 Trends in Photo Submissions to Avoid
I’ve put together a list of photography trends in editorials to avoid when submitting to magazines or building your portfolio. This list is not to say that image-makers who attempt these won’t make a successful image; it is simply a list of trends that I find to be repetitive, making it difficult to see something “new” in them.
Beyond the BFA: Career Options in the Photo Industry
It's important to consider that there are other routes in the photo industry that can feed your creative passions. I've put together a short list of career opportunities within the realm of photography for those who are curious about making a living in the photo industry beyond shooting.
Model Tests: What They Are and How to Book Them
For up-and-coming photographers, building an industry-standard portfolio can sometimes seem like a challenge. That's why opportunities like model testing are so important to build your portfolio, and build your relationships within the industry.
Ask the Editors: Why Didn't You Accept My Submission?
As a working creative, critique is important to the growth of your business. I've asked around in the submissions-based magazine community for the main reasons why editors reject submissions, and the editors have spoken.
4 Things Every #BossBabe Needs to Hear
Working hard and achieving can result in an enormous amount of pressure on oneself. Even if you're getting positive feedback, there are certain things you just need to hear from time to time to keep yourself on track. Here are reminders to every #BossBabe out there that needs to hear it.
Why Should I Intern?
Internships are a valuable tool for young adults to begin to suss out what comes next in their lives. I've put together a quick list of reasons you need to say yes to the internship.
Do's and Don'ts of Magazine Submissions
We've gone over why you should submit to magazines, and now you're ready to hit send. Before you do, there are a few tips to consider to ensure the highest chance of success with your submission. Check out my handy list of do's and don'ts of magazine submissions.
5 Reasons Why You Should Submit to Magazines (And Where to Submit)
As a creative, I believe magazine submissions can absolutely be worth your time professionally. Here's five good reasons why you should submit to magazines.