Category Archives: For Photographers

ADVICE // 5
Focus on the Haves and not the Have Nots

You know what I really wish I had?  I wish I had a top of the line studio space complete with an assistant, hair and makeup artists, a waiting area, dressing room, consultation area and unlimited supply of backgrounds, props, furniture pieces and wardobe/ accessory options for my clients.  But for the time being, I […]

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June 2, 2014 - 9:14 am

Charisma - This is seriously so awesome and inspiring! I would have never imagined that was the set up you were using based on the pictures. This is definitely a testament to the fact that the PHOTOGRAPHER makes the images great, not fancy equipment.

June 2, 2014 - 9:15 am

Maddy {Mad Hearts Photography} - Thank you! Sometimes, I get the “are you sure you want me to pose here? Right here?!” look when I’m taking pictures, but they are always shocked and happy to see the end result! That’s because we as photographers see what they can’t see – the final image we envisioned!

June 2, 2014 - 10:57 am

Fenn - I agree with what Charisma said. But I don’t dream of more equipment and more studio space. I like to keep it simple and work with what I have!

June 2, 2014 - 12:07 pm

Maddy {Mad Hearts Photography} - That’s a great attitude to have! I’m guilty of always wanting the latest gadget or gizmo, but I’ve learned to cut back over the years and really make sure I have an immediate need for my purchase before splurging on new stuff :) Thanks for stopping by to visit!

June 10, 2014 - 9:46 am

Fenn - I wrote a confession post in response to your post! : http://honestbadger.blogspot.com/2014/06/confession-my-amateur-equipment.html

ADVICE // 4
How to Strike a Healthy Work/Life Balance

A healthy work/life balance is something I feel most people struggle with, whether they are a small business owners or not.  For me, it’s been a constant struggle. Some months I’m winning the battle and other times, I’m ready to throw in the towel and just call it quits. So take this advice not from […]

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ADVICE // 3
Protecting Yourself in the Event of Equipment Malfunction

This year has already proven itself to be the year of technical difficulties. First my camera died on me after taking it out for pictures during one of the many snowstorms last season…I know BAD IDEA! And most recently, my only two year old 27-inch iMac decided to start shutting down randomly while in use. Needless to […]

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May 19, 2014 - 8:38 am

Dena - Excellent advice! I also kept my old camera as a backup in case of emergency. You can never be too cautious. :)

October 18, 2015 - 1:58 pm

Barbara - Thanks for this post! I would love to know what kind of equipment and programs you use…

February 2, 2016 - 11:19 am

Maddy {Mad Hearts Photography} - Hi Barbara! I haven’t logged into my blog in months, so I’m so sorry I missed your comment/question. Right now, I use a Nikon D700. My favorite lenses are all prime and they are: Nikon 85mm f/1.4, Nikon 105mm f/2.8 and the Nikon 35mm f/1.4.

I also use Lightroom 5 and Photoshop CS6. Thanks for stopping by! I hope to post more frequently this year, so please feel free to stop by anytime :)