Who's starting their photography business this year?
@tillist1
3 ай бұрын
I’d like to. Only some a portrait class and a couple news paper spots. Just not sure how to go from that to people paying me 🤣
@mylensofview23
3 ай бұрын
I’m trying to.
@amirgallashaw
3 ай бұрын
I am! Actually getting serious about it
@deepaksomayya
3 ай бұрын
Hai John ,Mee Too I am Big Fan of your work and inspired to take Photography as a profession.
@solomongarcia72
3 ай бұрын
My editing my portfolio now!
@narsplace
25 күн бұрын
Biggest reason businesses fail is gaving out too much free stuff and not understanding gross and net.
@pixbypatric
3 ай бұрын
Not ready for wedding yet but I’m ready to start a photography business. Been learning from you for 3 years now.
@SlayerzXtreme
3 ай бұрын
The Tamron 35-150mm (F 2 - 2.8) is a unstoppable beast! I wish it was available when I started my journey as a photographer!
@boostedmaniac
Ай бұрын
If you’re using SD cards make sure you shoot with a copy on the 2nd card. I’ve had a few failures with a few images on SD cards. Usually it’s just one image. It’s very rare but has happened maybe 3-4x in 10 years.
@kareembrown2791
3 ай бұрын
I just started out on photography about 7 months ago now I’m doing a wedding so this is so helpful.
@jbivphotography
3 ай бұрын
Awesome! Congrats on starting your business.
@RealLuisRamirez
Ай бұрын
Probably the best video I’ve seen explaining the ins and outs of the photography business and how to create a sustainable system! Thank you so much for making this content.
@jbivphotography
Ай бұрын
This is awesome to hear. Glad to know this is a helpful video.
@RealLuisRamirez
Ай бұрын
@@jbivphotography I would’ve never thought to implement a CRM with my photography business until now, thanks to you. I feel like that’s a great call.
@AubreeFusselman
9 күн бұрын
This is the best video! So so helpful! Thank you from the pit of my ticker. I subscribed.
@edgardolmartinez
3 ай бұрын
please explain more about advertising and SEO on google.
@jbivphotography
3 ай бұрын
That would be an awesome video.
@edgardolmartinez
3 ай бұрын
@@jbivphotography I will be here for it.
@hopetonirwin7633
3 ай бұрын
I agree...please do
@official_cpone_mrzambia
11 күн бұрын
Thanks so much for the good advice ❤
@cadenmaciejewski5705
3 ай бұрын
I’m a photographer as my “second job” and I use the canon rebel T7 and the 18-55mm lens and the 75-300mm lens and they are both great lenses. All my equipment came in a kit besides my 75-300mm because I bought that separate.
@jbivphotography
3 ай бұрын
Nice. That's a great way to start out.
@Mikeparker_mx
8 күн бұрын
Good job, what niche do you shoot?.
@joyngwolo2523
11 күн бұрын
This is very resourceful, thank you for sharing.
@user-cb1pf2fv3y
3 ай бұрын
Amazing video. Thank you! Love all your content. Appreciate you sharing all that you have learned.
@jbivphotography
3 ай бұрын
I appreciate that!
@calikidag1571
2 ай бұрын
I started in August and I'm a natural man! I fell in love with it I have a alpha a7 iv right now and a few 0.95f lenses so far 0.95 has been perfect for my style of shooting.
@TheIfeomaa
3 ай бұрын
So so much knowledge for beginners Thank you
@bogopuar7463
2 ай бұрын
This is the best tutorial on starting a photography business I have watched. I think I have seen them all....lol I really appreciate your advice of using a CRM and a way to deliver pics and prints. Thank you for the heads up on Honey Book. I will be implementing these services. Again, thank you.
@jbivphotography
2 ай бұрын
Glad you enjoyed the video. I hope it was truly helpful and good luck on your photography business!
@eksmaan
3 ай бұрын
Dropping knowledge around here. Depending on the size of the spaces I am moving in, it's 18/33, 23/50 or 23 and 56. Cheers man!
@jbivphotography
3 ай бұрын
That's a nice lens setup! I agree with it depends on the size of the rooms you'll be working in.
@talbox_tee
3 ай бұрын
There is so much helpful information here. I started this year but not really booking…but this information is invaluable and answers a lot of questions I had. Awesome video!
@jbivphotography
3 ай бұрын
That's awesome to hear. Glad this was a helpful video.
@MCristi
12 күн бұрын
For gear needed, I think having extra batteries is also a crucial part
@jbivphotography
12 күн бұрын
I agree. many batteries is much much needed.
@rickyblues1
Ай бұрын
I’m just starting out myself and these tidbits where world awesome
@jbivphotography
Ай бұрын
that's awesome to hear. Good luck with your photography journey.
@rubenous1
25 күн бұрын
Great vid to start the biz. Thanks.
@jbivphotography
24 күн бұрын
Awesome to hear! I hope it's helpful for everyone.
@loganbattista1765
2 ай бұрын
I’m a fan of imagen. I don’t quite use the culling stuff because I’m mainly a concert photographer but for portraits and stuff imagen is awesome. Usually have to do a once over and tweak a few things here and there but really good resource.
@okulr
8 күн бұрын
I’m 16 getting started early just got a g7 and a sigma 30mm 1.4
@jbivphotography
7 күн бұрын
That’s awesome to hear! I wish I would have started early like you have. You’re going to do a great job.
@okulr
7 күн бұрын
@@jbivphotography 🙏🏼
@focusonbusinesspodcast
2 ай бұрын
I absolutely love this. Really love how you make it so clear as it is madness to sift through the information!
@KittyHurryUp
2 ай бұрын
First time seeing footage of your adorable kids! 😻
@jbivphotography
2 ай бұрын
That footage is sooo old too. They've grown so much.
@KittyHurryUp
2 ай бұрын
@@jbivphotography My first baby is on the way, two weeks now till the dough is finally out of oven 😆 looking forward to see his little face. Btw last week I used the new XH2 on a wedding the first time 😊 the room was small so I took a 10-18mm with me. Seems I could’ve used a 24mm cause some of the pictures are quite wide angled and it’s hard to avoid people on edge. Any tips?
@blizzyvisionzphotography
17 күн бұрын
How much should one charge for a basic session? Like, what's the average price for a photography session? (Weddings, Sports, Portraits)
@kralservet3313
25 күн бұрын
I love this video ❤️
@Sky_Watchers
18 күн бұрын
Ayyy fellow homeschooling family
@jbivphotography
18 күн бұрын
👏👏👏
@WatersofeverlastingLife
20 күн бұрын
I have a canon R10 and R5. I have been shooting since Christmas. It's so difficult to get the sharp images I see. I have a 35mm, 50mm, 85mm macro, and 100mm macro. I've taken some great portraits but even in my photoshop, I'm still feeling lost a bit.
@myfakeguuglaccount8307
3 ай бұрын
I've been photographing the band kids for a couple of years, and was finally offered my first gig by a parent who likes my work! I don't know if I'm ready yet, though.
@jbivphotography
3 ай бұрын
That's awesome. You're probably ready. Exciting for you!
@myfakeguuglaccount8307
3 ай бұрын
@@jbivphotography I liked your advice about not buying too much at first. I've been under the impression that I needed all manner of lenses, flashes, backgrounds, etc.
@scottnorland4214
2 ай бұрын
Don't forget you can rent gear. That lets you trial it before buying and use gear you may need for only a few days a year.
@jbivphotography
2 ай бұрын
Very true. And I’m a huge fan of renting gear. However what is funny is I made a video talking about renting gear and everyone gave me crap saying it’s not a good idea 🙃🙃 I love renting gear to see if it’s a camera that will work for me.
@kralservet3313
25 күн бұрын
I just started learning how long do you think I can learn to become a professional photographer ?
@jbivphotography
24 күн бұрын
Sooner than you think. Once you feel you know your camera pretty well go ahead and start charging people and you'll be a professional at that point. However, don't forget continued learning and making sure you're getting better at your craft.
@christiansampayan8818
3 ай бұрын
Thank you so much ❤🎉
@jbivphotography
3 ай бұрын
You’re welcome 😊
@gaberawlinson9075
3 ай бұрын
I would love more information on the SEO stuff. It's hard to wrap my head around it. Also. I'm not far from Raleigh, do you do consultations with other photographers?
@temickab
2 ай бұрын
My issue is that it takes me some time to get the settings right on my camera before I snap portraits and the people I use for practice photos are just standing there while i adjust settings lol
@williamsaylor3577
Ай бұрын
Been shooting weddings, engagements an family for about 8 years now but always afraid to leave the job. Looks like I'm jumping ship in the next few months. What would you suggest for advertising? social media ads? or not at all? I have SEO down but it can always use work. Definitely want to make sure we have income. LOL
@sheilapogue7183
3 ай бұрын
The AI culling/editing tool is neato!
@jbivphotography
3 ай бұрын
It's so good. Really helps with bulk weddings.
@thesamedambub9072
10 күн бұрын
I got the Sony a6000 with the Viltrox 23mm 1.4. & the Sony 55-210. Any tips?
@jbivphotography
9 күн бұрын
No tips here. that's a great setup. I'll probably make a video on beginner techniques at some point as well.
@madsatchel
Ай бұрын
This video was so helpful! I have found a couple of the lenses that I "think" you were referencing, but I am not finding 85mm or 24mm lenses to be that popular. Seems like 23mm and 90mm are more popular? Also, wondering if you have brand preferences on the lenses? Thanks so much for the video! Great stuff!
@jbivphotography
Ай бұрын
Hi. I think in the video I was mainly talking in the FF equivalent but it seems that the 56mm is pretty popular. It depends on what you're using it for and how. I tend to have a differing approach sometimes so I actually don't really like the 90. As far as brand preference I feel that the Fujifilm lenses are always the best for the cameras. They're a little expensive but they're great. Now if you're talking other camera bodies than Fujifilm I was a HUGE fan of Sigma lenses.
@beanbon666
27 күн бұрын
Get 35mm and 85mm Think of the 35mm as “Me and where I’m at.” While 85mm as “Me, Myself, and I”
@ivanguerrero50
3 ай бұрын
GOLD
@jbivphotography
3 ай бұрын
🙏🙏
@JoShUaMp12
2 ай бұрын
If a 2nd camera body isn’t an option at the moment, would you recommend getting 1 prime and 1 solid zoom to cover all of the mentioned focal lengths? Current using a 23mm f2 on my Fuji xt4 and I’m debating whether to get the 16-55 f2.8 or another prime like an 85mm equivalent. Love your videos!
@liekosdawn
19 күн бұрын
personally, i would go for 2 prime lenses. I shoot weddings, amongst other things, and rarely reach for my zoom lenses
@narsplace
25 күн бұрын
What are your thought about selling shares of you business?
@jbivphotography
24 күн бұрын
I've never really thought about it before. Not sure how that would look for a small business.
@Snapit551
3 ай бұрын
Fantastic video 👌👍📸 I’ve just started a wedding photography business and is it best to advertise prices on my website or not and is it best to have different wedding packages or just one package price?
@jbivphotography
3 ай бұрын
Honestly it's really a toss up. Personally IMO showing your pricing on your site is best. This weeds out price shoppers so that when you talk to your couples you know you're speaking to people who actually want to work with you. Having multiple packages is really up to you. I stopped doing that and I have a single package that I customize for my couples.
@CAMphotography_
3 ай бұрын
Started in January and wouldnt do anything different!
@jbivphotography
3 ай бұрын
That's awesome to hear. Congrats on starting your business.
@AnnkurKumar
3 ай бұрын
15:48, make dedicated videos on ai photo editing.
@ohletsgo
2 ай бұрын
just be careful with Canon and 2 card slots. Most 2 card slot Canon cameras are NOT crop sensor cameras. In fact there is probably only 1 crop sensor camera with 2 card slot = 7D mk ii.
@lillymemakeup4908
2 ай бұрын
Such a great and useful video, well explained 👏 thank you!
@jbivphotography
2 ай бұрын
That's awesome to hear. I'm glad this was helpful.
@JoelLopez-bw4tn
3 ай бұрын
Trying out Real Estate Photography with an A7iii.. Thanks for the advice
@jbivphotography
3 ай бұрын
Nice! That’s a good niche to be in. Keep up the great job you’re going to do amazing!
@giuseppe.g
3 ай бұрын
Great video as always 💪💪💪 just a question you suggest the 35/85 combo, in your experience 24/50 its good too ore the 24 its too wide and rhe 50 too close ?
@jbivphotography
3 ай бұрын
I think 24/50 would be good especially if you like to shoot wide. The 24 can be a little bit while, and to use it for pictures you really have to be a little bit more creative but especially for wedding photography it is a sweet spot. You’ll just loose a lot of reach when it comes to reception speeches and ceremony.
@nicktheavatar_
3 ай бұрын
What is everyone using for the portfolio? Would you do a website or just a portfolio. I have a lot of nature and landscape photos I’d like to post in addition to my model/brand/event photo shoots
@jbivphotography
3 ай бұрын
If you're looking to just display your photos there's a lot of different places you can do that, however, if you're also looking to possibly get paid or booked for your portfolio you'll want to have an actual website for that like Squarespace.
@abutacapture
27 күн бұрын
10 k is so much 😮
@ferretapocalypse
3 ай бұрын
Starting a pet photography biz. Wedding photography would be too stressful. You only get one shot at it.
@michelelzo8583
3 ай бұрын
I feel like pixieset has all of that.
@jbivphotography
3 ай бұрын
Pixieset is a decent option but they don't have the automated marketing that Pic-Time has and their websites are SUPER limited. So if you're looking to grow with your website in the long run Squarespace + Pic-Time is a better option IMO.
@ladylovearesbosslady5120
2 ай бұрын
Would would be a great camera to purchase? I’m want to do photography..
@jbivphotography
2 ай бұрын
Honestly most any camera would be a good one to purchase. Just find the brand you want to mainly use and then pick one of their newer models and you're good to go.
@jerryrosete8901
3 ай бұрын
I'm getting information first
@jbivphotography
3 ай бұрын
Sounds great. Learn all you can and then start that business 👏👏👏
@cesmend
3 ай бұрын
Are these lenses the APSC equivalents? E.g 85mm = 56mm
@jbivphotography
3 ай бұрын
Correct
@vibez3161
Ай бұрын
Will its good info, I feel like it more to sell you on stuff.
@tayloreaton7776
3 ай бұрын
I have a Canon 90D, what flash attachments would you recommend? Thanks!
@jbivphotography
3 ай бұрын
I've always been a big fan of Godox flashes. They're great for the price. A v1 or even a v860iii would be good.
@tayloreaton7776
2 ай бұрын
Thank you so much!! I appreciate it!! I'm new to photography and I love your channel!! Again, thank you!!
@Solana25
17 күн бұрын
Do a tutorial on how to be a mobile photographer…don’t of us don’t have money to buy camera yet
@jbivphotography
16 күн бұрын
I plan on it. I actually have a video showing how you can match an iPhone to a professional camera. The results are pretty good.
@Solana25
15 күн бұрын
@@jbivphotography alright will check it out Please I’ll be waiting for tutorial
@prageethpxyle3396
3 ай бұрын
How do you advertise your business? Do you use Facebook/Instagram Ads or using any other platform?
@jbivphotography
3 ай бұрын
Right now I do occasional boosts on Instagram + Google ads.
@ibathrooms
2 ай бұрын
Does honeybook works in Canada with Canadian taxes and regulations?
@jbivphotography
2 ай бұрын
I don't believe so but I would have to look into that.
@armandoarmendariz4587
3 ай бұрын
Video on advertising?
@tisshas6933
Ай бұрын
Getting someone to be your photography would cost you, how much?
@killerxz93
3 ай бұрын
Hey! Thanks so much for the info! Would you be kind enough to do a video on google ads for photographers in 2024?
@MarchonC
3 ай бұрын
I struggle with pricing prints on pic time.
@jbivphotography
3 ай бұрын
They have a tool that can automatically mark up your print sales for you. It's actually really awesome.
@MarchonC
3 ай бұрын
Oh the cool. Do you think you could make a short or a video on how to use and set up that feature. It would be really helpful @jbivphotography
@panomaxstudio8454
2 ай бұрын
If you don't want family life and never have time to yourself start photography.
@jbivphotography
2 ай бұрын
?? I have a family of 7. And I'm able to spend time with them as well. Is your comment based on your experience?
@panomaxstudio8454
2 ай бұрын
@@jbivphotography if you work 9 to 5 no problem.
@jbivphotography
2 ай бұрын
@@panomaxstudio8454 I've been doing it with photography for the last 5 years.
@tillist1
3 ай бұрын
How do you GET clients though?
@jbivphotography
3 ай бұрын
Either from your web presence and word of mouth or advertising. When I started I used a service called Thumbtack to get lower paying clients to get my foot in the door and to grow a portfolio and then went from there.
@tillist1
3 ай бұрын
@@jbivphotography thanks for the reply!! Maybe I’ll give a web presence a bit of a go then. If you don’t mind me asking what exactly is thumbtack? Like how does it work ?
@jbivphotography
3 ай бұрын
@@tillist1 It's basically a work for hire type of website. For any type of skill or trade you may need (ie. If you need a plumber, woodworker, photography, etc.) You got on there and lists the skills you can accomplish and then customers search for that skill. You then pay to be able to chat with them and possibly book them.
@avijasphotography1345
Ай бұрын
hai sir
@jbivphotography
Ай бұрын
Hello
@beanbon666
27 күн бұрын
Nice try. I saw your sly advertising tactic.
@emu256
3 ай бұрын
Most successful photographers avoid squarespace
@jbivphotography
3 ай бұрын
Is that true? Can you give me examples of photographer who are successful who are using other platforms? I would be interested to do some research.
@michaelasouthall2876
3 ай бұрын
@@jbivphotographyI don’t think it’s necessarily that most photographers avoid squarespace, but Showit is what I prefer over squarespace. It’s much more user friendly. Kaitlyn James uses showit as well as hope taylor. It’s just much more customizable and user friendly
@charlesdalton_93
2 ай бұрын
@emu256 I’m not too sure about that. Most of the top wedding photographers I follow on social media and in my area use Squarespace.
@mariusbaciu8860
16 күн бұрын
You just lost me from point 1 bro. Step one is to lease gear, not buy it…never buy depreciating assets first. Especially on credit card.
@jbivphotography
16 күн бұрын
To each their own. As long as you can pay off the gear with your work it’s ok. I’m not sure leasing is the best option but again as long as you’re getting your gear and getting work that’s all that matters.
@mariusbaciu8860
16 күн бұрын
@@jbivphotography when leasing you do not have to worry about the liability of owning, the equipment life span, the accidental damage, theft and so on; you can always upgrade, you can switch brands to find your best fit, there is no interest to pay, you just pay as you use not as you own and at the beginning it is very useful, should i go on? Establish barters in your hometown to spend less money, enroll in government funding for young artists, start or join communities with tight circles. I hope you covered these in the clip as you go.
@west.munroe
7 күн бұрын
@@mariusbaciu8860damn dude lol chill
@mariusbaciu8860
7 күн бұрын
@@west.munroe why? Aren’t you tired of content with no substance by people who think they know enough to teach someone else their bullshit?
@west.munroe
7 күн бұрын
@@mariusbaciu8860 to each their own, what works for you may not work for another. But don’t come on this mans pages trying to act like he’s not being helpful lol come on man! Its all love
@stefanvasilev9318
3 ай бұрын
Start making sponsored videos 😇😅
@TherealYumpho3107
Ай бұрын
homie think we all came up with$$$
@jbivphotography
Ай бұрын
I don't. I also didn't come up with money. I'm a great example of how it's possible.
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