Tools & Resources
I have put together a collection of books, articles, and practical resources to help you navigate the business side of photography with more confidence. Whether you're just getting started or looking for ways to improve an established business, you'll find advice, ideas, and tools to help you work smarter, grow your business, and create a career you love.
Free Resources
Free Pricing Calculator
Are you pricing for profitability? Your business depends on it. Get the free pricing calculator in Google Sheets.
Wedding Timeline Builder
Make it easy to figure out the timeline for a wedding using the exact schedule I've used for years. Includes versions within without a first look.
Getting Published Guide
Is it your dream to get your work featured in magazines and blogs? This FREE guide will teach you what editors look for and how to submit.
Tools & Guides
Ideal Client Avatar Workbook
Are you spinning your wheels trying to find the right clients? This is the #1 thing you can do to improve your total marketing plan.
The Photographer's Business Guide
How to take your photography from a hobby to career. You can get the guide on Amazon, or buy the e-book right here!
Wedding Photographer Toolkit
Be totally prepared for your next wedding with this toolkit, including client questionnaires, shot list, timeline builder, and packing list.
Photography Business Software
Studio Lifesaver
Full Studio management for photographers, including a CRM, automations, website builder, client galleries and social media management.
Studio Visibility
SEO and AIO for photographers, creating a prioritized to-do list to improve your visibility.
GottaSecond
Helping photographers connect with second shooters and assistants.
Imagen AI
AI editing in your own style for consistent, fast image editing.
Professional Photographers of America
This is a must-have for any pro photographer. You’ll get valuable education, resources like ready-made contracts, a subscription to Professional Photographer magazine, and (possibly the best part) insurance for your business and equipment. Use this link and my name to get $35 off your first year.
Quickbooks
Must-have accounting software that’s accessible to anyone, even if you don’t know anything about accounting. Plus you can share with your accountant.