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Why you should shoot photos every day.
When we make it a habit to make new photographs daily within our niche, it’s possible to create the same amount of work in 12 weeks that an average…
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Steve Carty
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The 50mm Should Be Your First Lens: It's The Foundation of Photography
I’ve been using the 50mm lens for 34 years as part of my professional kit, and I rely on it for nearly half of my work. See some of my favourite images…
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Steve Carty
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Your Photo Website SUCKS. Here's HOW to FIX it
Your photography website is one of the most crucial elements in your career. It’s your first impression, your portfolio, and your sales tool.
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Steve Carty
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Money Shots: Commercial Viability Should Drive Your Photography
The Hard Truth About Pro Photography in 2025
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Steve Carty
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Hot Topic. How to Make Money with Your Camera
I've made a living with my camera and creativity since 1990. By the end of this post, you’ll have the tools and mindset to set your stage for making…
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Steve Carty
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How to Turn Your Photography Content Into a Client Magnet
(The Social Media Strategy That Actually Gets You Booked in 2025)
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Steve Carty
Why the 50mm Lens Still Dominates My Pro Kit After 35 Years
Before you buy anything else, master this one piece of glass. See the real impact of the 50mm through my favorite images.
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Steve Carty
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This is Who Pays for Photography AND How to Get Them to Pay You.
If you want to make a living with your camera, you need to know who’s actually paying for pro photography. Not all clients value images the same way…
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Steve Carty
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Social Media Hacks Every Photographer Should Know.
These 6 key shifts with how I used social media established authority, exploded engagement and brought me clients. I really wish every photographer…
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Steve Carty
Magic Happens in Small Doses.
I’ve always been fascinated by Montreal. There are cobblestone streets in Old Montreal and amazing architecture. When I was young, before I experienced…
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Steve Carty
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The Art of Living and Thriving as an Emerging Photographer
If we don’t live every day like we’re dying, we die without really living. For photographers, the competition is fierce. What effort today are you…
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Steve Carty
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I loose subscribers on YouTube every day.
Most photographers don’t have the tools, don’t want the tools or don’t care to know about the tools to make a living at this. When I talk less about…
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Steve Carty
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