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Tools & Resources
We know what it's like when you're just getting started. We've been in your shoes. You're got questions about equipment, finances, tools to help you get started, and what to focus on first. It's exciting, but also a tiny bit overwhelming.
WHAT YOU'll FIND ON THIS PAGE
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Business Tools
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The Free Resources
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Must-Read Books
THE LOW DOWN on this page:
Some of the links on this page are affiliate links. That means, I get a small commission if you purchase through this link. However I make it a point to only share tools and resources I truly love and use.
freebies
The Freebies
free resources at your fingertips
The second shooter plays a crucial role on the wedding day. Train your second shooter to understand their role and what is expected!
Our Second Shooter Checklist
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If you want to create gorgeous Instagram stories consistently, say hello to our Instagram Stories templates! Even better - these are for Canva users!
Instagram Story Templates
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Simply put, IPS stands for In Person Sales and it's how we went from $400 portrait sessions to $4000 portrait sessions, while taking better care of our clients.
The Quick IPS Starter Guide
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You don't know who your target audience is down to the very specific details? Time to take the guessing out of where your target market is and how to find them.
Finding Your Ideal Client
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the tools
our favorite tools
we can't do business without them!
Working on getting consistent edits and feeling frustrated? We've got you covered with our personal Lightroom preset that will help you cut your editing time in half!
Our Lightroom Presets
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This Beginner's Online Course is a life time access, 6 module course on how to use your camera in manual mode and to edit like a professional.
Wine & Workshop Online Course
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Cut your culling time by 80%! Photo Mechanic is a fast image browser software at the center of your workflow.
Photo Mechanic
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Tired of getting the WORST pictures on your phone and can't afford that shiny new camera on your wish list? Learn how to use your phone camera like a pro!
Smart Phone Photography Course
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BlogStomp is what we use to allow us to create photo collages and instantly size photos for social media, blogging, or galleries.
Blog Stomp
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Our All-In-One design suite that simplifies album design, wall galleries, our reveal sessions, online proofing, and editing.
Fundy Designer Suite
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Repair discounts with Next Business Day turnaround, Repair Coverage Loans and Equipment Evaluation Loans, on-site support at select events, and more.
Canon Professional Services
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Whether you’re just starting out or you’ve owned your photography business for years, PPA can help.
PPA - Business Insurance
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We use Trello for #AllTheThings. Brainstorming, team management, to-do's and checklists. We use Trello all day long and couldn't do business without it!
Trello
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Find the perfect meeting time with super easy online appointment scheduling software from Calendly, and say goodbye to phone and email tag.
Calendly
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discounts
discount codes
links to save you money
Tools for the Modern Creative Professional: Proposals. Contracts. Payments. Clients Can Sign and Pay All From One Place.
HoneyBook
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I'll be honest, I can't wear flats. Well, until Rothy's came along! These are the only shoes I wear on wedding days - blister free, of course!
Rothy's
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Everyone always asks us where we get our custom printed welcome boxes for our wedding clients. Design yours and save some money!
Custom Client Welcome Boxes
GET $25 OFF
These silk ribbons come in all lengths, widths, and colors. Use code "COSTOLAFREESHIP" for free shipping on your order.
Silk Ribbons for Styling Details
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Use Canva's drag-and-drop feature and layouts to design, share and print business cards, logos, presentations and more - bonus, it's free!
Canva
IT'S FREE!
Pic-Time offers a fresh and thoughtful approach to online galleries with a custom client store and marketing tools. Use Code "GKHEA2" for one free month.
Pic-Time
ONE FREE MONTH
Save time scheduling to Pinterest and Instagram, post at the best times for engagement, grow together with Tribes, get more actionable analytics.
Tailwind
ONE FREE MONTH
Rent the Runway is a subscription fashion service that powers women to rent unlimited designer styles for everyday and occasion.
Rent The
Runway
GeT $30 OFF
5 Tips for a Stress Free Portrait Session
Portrait Sessions can be stressful, but if you arrive with a few tricks in your bag, you’ll come away with portraits that perfectly capture what family is all about.
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free guide
free
portrait
GUIDE
beautiful, one of a kind art work from our home to yours.
For years, we've used our favorite photos that we've taken on professional shoots or while traveling as a beautiful, yet cost-effective, way to decorate our home. We hope you love looking at them every day as much as we do!
The Print Shop
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On Instagram
based in Washington D.C.
Our Second Shooter Checklist
Download Your Free IG Templates
The Quick IPS Starter Guide
Finding Your Ideal Client