Comments on: Diary of a Failed Fashion Blogger: When Should You Hire a Professional Photographer?

By: Tim

Tim — Sat, 03 Dec 2016 17:12:51 +0000

I used to have to take photos for my wife during her stint as a fashion blogger as well. It’s definitely not the most fun thing to be the guy taking pictures. Not only do you have to give up your time to go to different locations and snap shots, but you also have to deal with the criticism or feelings of failure when the fashion blogger doesn’t like how they looked. There’s not much reward in it.

By: Portrait photographer

Portrait photographer — Tue, 27 Sep 2016 11:12:31 +0000

Great tips! 🙂

By: Kristen

Kristen — Wed, 07 Sep 2016 21:18:07 +0000

In reply to Neha. So glad it was helpful! Great blog!

By: Kristen

Kristen — Wed, 07 Sep 2016 21:16:34 +0000

In reply to Ty. Exact same. Power to you sister.

By: Kristen

Kristen — Wed, 07 Sep 2016 21:16:00 +0000

In reply to Devinne S.. That's amazing, good for you! Keep up the good work!

By: Alex

Alex — Wed, 17 Aug 2016 11:01:15 +0000

As someone who’s been doing professional photography, I can’t emphasize enough how important it is! Most people usually start by thinking oh you just point and shoot, but it’s so much more. I encourage everyone to try it but if you at some point stop enjoying it and the photos are just not looking good then definitely hire a pro. I love your suggestion to hire someone in photography school, great idea!

By: Ty

Ty — Fri, 12 Aug 2016 06:09:01 +0000

Great article and thank you for sharing. I can so relate. My husband not wanting to take photos of me made me feel some type of way, like he didn’t find me attractive. It was like pulling teeth and I didn’t understand what the problem was, especially since we both love fashion/editorial style photography. The romantic in me was hoping he would just love taking photos of me and watching me excel at what I love. It did not work that way at all and I just stopped asking. The struggle is sadly real, however it is a business, so I’ve decided I have to treat it as such. Sadly I came to this revelation 2 years in, but I guess better late than never.

By: Ty

Ty — Fri, 12 Aug 2016 06:04:41 +0000

In reply to Laurie. Good luck :) I understand the struggle

By: Devinne S.

Devinne S. — Thu, 11 Aug 2016 23:56:44 +0000

I take all my own photos with a tripod and timer. I’ve been doing it twice a week for over a year, so it’s really not so bad anymore! I’ve thought about hiring a photographer, but honestly, I’m such a control freak that I don’t think I could do it. Plus I’m really proud of what I’m able to do by myself!

By: Neha

Neha — Thu, 11 Aug 2016 21:29:12 +0000

Such a great post, made me laugh! I’m also struggling with fashion/style photos because I’m not sure who to ask. But this was so helpful!