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I love my job . Award winner Hampton Roads Photographer Inspiration Chesapeake Virginia Photos and Films

Oct 273 min read

I love my job . Award winner Hampton Roads Photographer Inspiration Chesapeake Virginia Photos and Films

We're in the midst of fall, and it's the peak season for photography. If you've been living under a rock, you probably know that I am a...

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Don’t throw this away- pro photographer tips for preventing mold mildew with cameras and lenses - holiday Christmas photography ideas

Christal Marshall

Oct 271 min read

Don’t throw this away- pro photographer tips for preventing mold mildew with cameras and lenses - holiday Christmas photography ideas

"Pro tip for the holiday season: Don’t toss those silica gel packets! Save them from your online orders this Christmas. They'll keep your...

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Christal Marshall

Oct 193 min read

Small studio garage photo shoot Headshot real estate agent backstop ideas

In the heart of Hampton Roads, Virginia, a small garage has been transformed into a chic studio space that captures the essence of...

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Christal Marshall

Jul 272 min read

Photoshoot safety 101: protect yourself

📣📣I am especially talking to the ladies in the house. If you ain't a lady and you ain't dealing with people taking advantage of you on...

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Business tips 101: are you team tortoise or hare?

Christal Marshall

Jul 273 min read

Business tips 101: are you team tortoise or hare?

💪💪small business thought of the day I’ve been doing this 13 years slow and steady always wins the race guys. thing about The Tortoise...

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Photographers, stop destroying nature with your confetti photos, smoke bomb, photos, or balloon releases- Here’s some ideas for you instead

Christal Marshall

Jul 52 min read

Photographers, stop destroying nature with your confetti photos, smoke bomb, photos, or balloon releases- Here’s some ideas for you instead

Friendly reminder from a photographer who's been in business for 13 years. Do not do photo shoots like this. ❌No sending confetti - it...

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How much should Photography be charging for their services? Frequently asked questions small business Photography

Christal Marshall

May 261 min read

How much should Photography be charging for their services? Frequently asked questions small business Photography

📣📣How much should you be charging as a photographer? I can be affordable because I have the following other income streams: 👚I sell...

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I’m a new photographer- how do I find clients?

Christal Marshall

May 212 min read

I’m a new photographer- how do I find clients?

If you're a new photographer and you're probably wondering “how do I find clients?” Here are some real hacks of things that I have used...

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10 learning photography YouTube channels- learn to be a professional photographer and photography business owner for free - photo tips

Christal Marshall

May 61 min read

10 learning photography YouTube channels- learn to be a professional photographer and photography business owner for free - photo tips

🤯🤯Did you know that I am completely self taught from YouTube? Many of these channels were my favorite when I started 13 years ago! Here...

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Three free business ideas for stay-at-home, homeschool moms, I’ve tried all of these - How can I be an author for free? How can I sell shirts for for free? How can I own a magazine for free?

Christal Marshall

May 21 min read

Three free business ideas for stay-at-home, homeschool moms, I’ve tried all of these - How can I be an author for free? How can I sell shirts for for free? How can I own a magazine for free?

there’s no excuse not to be an entrepreneur now. ✅ want to be an author? you can have a free account at www.lulu.com - I wrote over five...

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Should I borrow other photographer’s camera equipment for a job? No! And this is why- Photography business tips

Christal Marshall

Apr 291 min read

Should I borrow other photographer’s camera equipment for a job? No! And this is why- Photography business tips

📸📸Have you ever gotten this text from a photographer friend: “Can I borrow some equipment?” ✅instead of borrowing other people's...

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Don’t steal other photographers work, use this AI adobe firefly hack instead

Christal Marshall

Apr 261 min read

Don’t steal other photographers work, use this AI adobe firefly hack instead

❌❌ don’t be scared of #AI as a photographer - better to disclose that you use the AI generated image for inspiration, then have a lawsuit...

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Why do photographers charge an arm and a leg for their photography services? Real place price breakdown

Christal Marshall

Apr 102 min read

Why do photographers charge an arm and a leg for their photography services? Real place price breakdown

🤯🤯how come photographers “charge an arm and a leg ??” ✅ Let's do an example case study of an actual photo that I got texted this week...

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5+ Creative photography ideas on a budget- studio portrait photoshoot

Christal Marshall

Jan 22 min read

5+ Creative photography ideas on a budget- studio portrait photoshoot

Here are five creative photography lighting ideas using a disco ball, a single light, kaleidoscope, colored cellophane, and more: Disco...

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9 top favorite hourly studio rental photography spaces venues in Hampton Roads

Christal Marshall

Aug 24, 20234 min read

9 top favorite hourly studio rental photography spaces venues in Hampton Roads

In the dynamic world of photography, the choice between renting and owning a studio space is a decision that can significantly impact...

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DIY photo portrait posing table - for headshots - pro tips

Christal Marshall

Jul 29, 20233 min read

DIY photo portrait posing table - for headshots - pro tips

Hey guys, it's Christal Marshall. I'm in my garage today, I'm going to show you a really cool thing that me and my husband came up with...

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How much does it cost to start a photo business?

Christal Marshall

Jul 28, 20232 min read

How much does it cost to start a photo business?

What is the cost of starting a photo business? 💡Starting a photography business requires careful consideration and investment in...

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community over competition

small business owner (white)

small business owner (black)

that is your superpower

be - you- tiful.

we make a living by what we get, but we make a live by what we give

self made boss

photography is my cardio

give hope.

do something amazing today

shoot edit eat sleep

everyone is a photographer until ....