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Fall Reset For Your Photo Business
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The Ultimate Guide to Understanding Your Camera ISO Settings
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Why Should I Learn Manual Camera Settings
Have you ever taken a photo on auto mode and felt underwhelmed by the result?

JPEG vs RAW: Which Format is Right for You?
Are you a beginner in photography? Chances are you’re shooting in JPEG vs RAW format.

The 3 Things That Changed My Photography Business Forever
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The Best Camera Accessories For Beginners
So in the last 2 posts we discussed photography gear—as in cameras and lenses. The camera and the lens are essentially the nuts and bolts of photography. But this third

The Best Camera Lenses For Beginners
Welcome to part II of this 3 part blog post series for beginner photographers! In this post I will be outlining the best lenses for beginners, and I promise it’s

The Best Cameras For Beginners
Welcome to part I of this 3 part blog post series for beginner photographers! Being a photography educator for over 16 years has lots of advantages. I get to see

Photography Workflow Chart – Free Template
Early on in my wedding + portrait photography business I realized I had to implement a workflow. There were things I needed to do each and every time I completed

Back Button Focus Changed The Way I Photograph—For Good
Back button focus completely changed my photography business. I know I know, that seems a little over the top…but it’s kind of true. A couple of weeks ago I talked
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I’m Lexi
A chocolate lab lover and self-proclaimed cheese addict. I’m obsessed with HGTV home shows, the scent of french lavender, and traveling to all the places.
I’ve been a professional photographer for the last 15 years, and I’ve spent much of that time also teaching photography in a high school classroom. I have a passion for helping people find their voice with photography so they can make their camera work for them—either by running a business or just by finding joy in the process of creating

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HEY PHOTOGRAPHERS! The Best Beginner Camera Settings
Just got a new camera and wondering where you should start with your camera settings? This free guide gives you all the recommended settings when you are just starting out—from focus modes, to ISO, to getting off auto mode. These are the settings I have given my students for 15 years…I promise they work!