Vendor Spotlight

Sprout Studio: The Photography Studio Management Suite That Does It All

Author: ShootDotEditOn: Oct 08Categories: How to Become a Photographer No Comments
A collage of an infographic stating a quote from Bryan Caporicci, Sprout Studio's founder, and a thumbnail of him on the right side

“You can do it all with Sprout Studio. Heck, if it did any more, you’d have to put it on payroll.” This is a quote we borrowed from the company itself but there is really no better way to introduce Sprout Studio – a studio management suite built for photographers by photographers. In our new Vendor Spotlight interview, we spoke to Bryan Caporicci, CEO and Founder of Sprout Studio, who got the idea to start his company to scratch his own itch. His aim? To help photographers make a living doing what they love. Sprout Studio helps you build your photography business with a consistent brand, manage your photography business with great client communications, and helps you know what to focus on while streamlining everyday tasks to free up your time to do more important things. From automated emails and calendar sync to contact forms and invoices – with Sprout Studio, you can manage all this and a lot more. And from what we’ve gathered by talking to other vendors and photographers, including ShootDotEdit customers, a more streamlined workflow usually means being more efficient, which means more time to be able to give your clients your 100%! 

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Swift Galleries: Re-Defining IPS as an Incredibly Personal Service

Author: ShootDotEditOn: Sep 30Categories: How to Become a Photographer, The Business of Wedding Photography No Comments
Collage of infographic stating a quote form Chris Scott, co-founder of Swift Galleries, on the left, and a thumbnail of him on the right

Swift Galleries. It’s maybe not what you think! What it IS is an integrative educational tool for photographers that will help you master in-person sales and bring more profit to your business. We know, we said in-person sales – yikes! Those words may strike fear in the hearts of photographers – or, for those who’ve tried it, it may be a mystery why more aren’t doing it. But whatever camp you fall into, take a moment to learn about Chris Scott and how his philosophy and Swift Galleries have helped photographers overcome the trepidation of selling and, instead of digital files, offer their clients something they can pass on to their children. 

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Sierra Solis Photography: Blending Creativity with Profitable Business Practices

Author: ShootDotEditOn: Aug 19Categories: ShootDotEdit Featured Photographer No Comments
Collage of an infographic stating a quote from Sierra Solis of Sierra Solis Photography on the left and a thumbnail of her on the right

“I definitely feel like I am a businesswoman first and an artist second,” shared Sierra Solis of Sierra Solis Photography. Sierra, who started in the photography industry at a young age after being inspired by her grandfather, runs her photography business with one thought in mind: give 100% to each client. And to do just that, this extraordinarily talented photographer chose to focus on business, streamlined her workflow, and is riding the wave of success as a result. 

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Rangefinder is not just a resource for photographers, it’s a community too: Jacqueline Tobin, Editor-In-Chief

Author: ShootDotEditOn: Jul 26Categories: How to Become a Photographer No Comments
A collage displaying an infographic on the left and a thumbnail image of Jacqueline (the editor-in-chief of Rangefinder) on the right

Whether it’s wedding photography or the photography industry in general, change is an integral part of the art and business of photography. From how photographers take photos to how they do business, techniques and strategies often change based on the changes in demand and also the world. And as the world is still in the process of grappling with the COVID pandemic and adjusting to the new normal, for many photographers, it’s their vision and the ability to expand their creative services that have helped them adapt to the current reality and pivot to survive. In our Vendor Spotlight interview with Rangefinder’s Editor-In-Chief Jacqueline Tobin, we explore how the magazine (now online) and community has adapted and pivoted as well, and how they, hand-in-hand with the WPPI (Wedding and Portrait Photographers International) Conference, continue to highlight the creativity, abilities, and inspirational stories of portrait and wedding photographers around the world. 

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With Sticky Marketing Tools, we want to help photographers steer clear of emotional drain: Nate Grahek, Founder & CEO, Sticky

Author: ShootDotEditOn: Jul 01Categories: How to Become a Photographer No Comments
Infographic stating a quote on the left from Nate Grahek, Sticky Marketing Tools Founder & CEO, and on the right, his thumbnail

“How can we help photographers?” – This is a question we at ShootDotEdit ask ourselves. Yes, we want to elevate tech and innovation, but we also hope to bring you resources that enhance the work and personal lives of photographers. We commit to being a customer-first organization that genuinely empowers those we serve to do what they love doing. And we are not alone. Like us, Nate Grahek, founder and CEO of Sticky, leverages education and technology to help photographers unlock their true potential. In our latest Vendor Spotlight, we dive into Sticky Marketing Tools and learn how photographers can make more money with their Folios, Email Marketing Funnels, and the sharing app called StickyAlbums. Read on to find out more about how these tools can help you, as a portrait and wedding photographer, and automate your marketing without having to do more work than you should. 

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HoneyBook: A Client Management Software That Empowers Small Businesses To Own Their Independence With Passion & Purpose

Author: ShootDotEditOn: Jun 25Categories: How to Become a Photographer No Comments
A collage of an infographic about HoneyBook a client management software on the right and a thumbnail of Natalie Franke on the left

“Time is the most precious thing we have. It is the only thing that we never get back.” These were among the very first words Natalie Franke shared with us when we sat down with her to learn about Honeybook and Rising Tide Society, laying the groundwork for all the passion and inspiration that would come from our interview with her. HoneyBook is a client management software with the mission to empower small business owners to be successful and live a life built on passion and purpose. The Rising Tide Society is a community of creatives empowering the creative economy to rise together. Natalie Franke is the co-founder of one (Rising Tide Society) and the Head of Community at the other (HoneyBook). 

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Fundy Designer: Increased Productivity & Profitability For Photographers Through Album Design & Sales

Author: ShootDotEditOn: May 20Categories: How to Become a Photographer No Comments
Infographic about Fundy Designer at the left with a thumbnail of Andrew Funderburg on the right

When you hear the word “business,” you might, as a reflex, think of an organization that solely exists to make a profit. However, the jury is out on whether or not they exist to bring high value to their customers or to you as a consumer. Well, we are here to brighten your day and affirm that there are, in fact, businesses out there that operate with a “customer-first” mentality and exist to help their customers succeed through the use of valuable products and services. 

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