How I Turned Photography into my Career

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One of the questions I get asked most often is about how I started off as a photographer and my journey from then until now. There's a long way to go and a lot of improvement still to be made, but this is where I'm up to now, and the steps I took to get there.
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TIMESTAMPS
0:00 Introduction
0:48 The Beginning
2:50 My First "Proper" Camera
4:30 Making Money
5:23 Starting a Magazine
7:00 Parklife
7:41 Editing
8:10 Wedding Photography
9:41 First Commercial Job
10:21 Moving to Manchester
11:58 Modelling Agencies
13:07 Passive Income
14:28 Automated Tools
16:38 Deciding on Photography as a Career
17:49 Going Full-Time in 2020
21:16 Reigniting Passion
22:55 Where Am I Now?
23:30 Tips for Photographers

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@SophiaCarey 11 ай бұрын

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@chibbsy 11 ай бұрын

I think what separates your channel is how informative and helpful you are. It's not just about 'look how good my photos look', it's always about 'this is what I learnt' 'this is where things went wrong' 'here are some tips'. Keep it up!

@timpamment 11 ай бұрын

You are such a beautiful soul thank you for sharing your content and body of work

@SophiaCarey 11 ай бұрын

That’s so kind, thank you so much!

@WinstonHarris 11 ай бұрын

I'm glad that this video actually stuck to the title... And gave the raw experience of the photographer... and not the do this, don't do that kinda videos.

@SophiaCarey 11 ай бұрын

Ah I’m glad! Obviously this is just my experience and making a career as a photographer can come in so many different shapes and sizes, but this was my journey into it! Thanks so much for watching ✨

@thirtyyearcosmetologist 7 ай бұрын

I really needed this. I am in a very similar situation right now. I have had to leave a lot of people behind.

@AndrewMclean 11 ай бұрын

This is my favourite video you’ve ever put out. Even as someone who know’s your story and has seen your progression over the past 5 years first hand, hearing you talk about it is so inspiring. You deserve all the success that comes your way 🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼

@SophiaCarey 11 ай бұрын

Thank you so much Andy, that's so kind! I'm glad you enjoyed the video, too. I always appreciate your support.

@christenelia 10 ай бұрын

Loved it! Thank you very much. Great insight and very inspiring

@SophiaCarey 10 ай бұрын

Thanks so much for watching!

@syrgirl 11 ай бұрын

Love love loved hearing your story. 💛 It encouraged me so much.

@byelectraelise 11 ай бұрын

Love this video, so interesting !! 🤍

@SophiaCarey 11 ай бұрын

Thank you so much! ❣️

@tedsmith_photography 10 ай бұрын

Interesting about the Epidemic Sound AI tool - I've spent so many hours looking for appropriate tracks. Thanks for that tip. Interesting to hear about the music photography - weirdly, I met a music\concert photographer on a train a few months ago. Funny how paths can cross. We follow each other now though I think she is currently covering a tour in Europe until January. As for the social media stuff - that's a can of worms. It's a bit "chicken and egg" - as you say, I know some amazing photographers who either dont have socials, or barely use them. In fact, it almost seems to be the case that not having them is a badge of honour these days! Without them, though, it is difficult to reach people because of everyones reliance on it these days. That said, Jose Villa (world renowned wedding photographer) has 400K followers and replies personally to messages still, despite him not needing it at all. What a guy he is.

@SophiaCarey 10 ай бұрын

I’d definitely recommend the Epidemic Sound AI tool! I loved Epidemic Sound even before the sound match feature but it’s definitely a nice touch. Definitely agree re: social media. From my perspective, I’ve really enjoyed using social media in my career and I’m very grateful for it - but it’s also not a “must” if that’s not the route you want to take as a photographer. Thanks so much for watching! Hope you’re doing well

@nothingaroundus_ 11 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing these. Learned a lot from this one

@jenpearson-young8924 11 ай бұрын

So so proud of you and your journey. I love seeing this, what an incredible journey so far!

@SophiaCarey 11 ай бұрын

Thank you so much!

@iemwill9429 11 ай бұрын

this is very informative 👍 ❤ALL your vids! :) keep it up! 🙏

@SophiaCarey 11 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for watching!

@christopherbgriffith 11 ай бұрын

I loved hearing your story and I’ve really enjoyed seeing your photography get better and better on IG. As someone in mid-life with a stable career who has been venturing further into photography as a side hustle, it’s inspiring to hear stories from others.

@SophiaCarey 11 ай бұрын

Thank you so much! I really appreciate your support ✨

@gaztykephotography 11 ай бұрын

I’ve got exactly the same set of circumstances as you Christopher & can say that Sophia’s content has been a huge help in me gaining the confidence to push into photography as a side hustle

@craiggreville2565 11 ай бұрын

always inspiring and love following your progression

@SophiaCarey 11 ай бұрын

Thank you so much! Really appreciate the support ✨

@nicolecoradin9145 11 ай бұрын

Thank you for this. Its inspiring to listen to your journey and understand where you come from. ✨

@SophiaCarey 11 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for watching! I’m so glad you enjoyed it ✨

@arneheeringa96 11 ай бұрын

Hats off to you Sophia!

@SophiaCarey 11 ай бұрын

Thank you so much!

@joshuasimpson 11 ай бұрын

Love seeing how far you've come, progress is amazing. I think I still may have a copy of the magazine somewhere lol

@DiegoHidalgx 7 ай бұрын

I'm starting my photography career and this video was super inspiring, thanks for doing it. I admire your work.

@SophiaCarey 7 ай бұрын

I’m so glad!! Good luck with your journey!

@bettymaguireuk 10 ай бұрын

Sophia you are just SO great. Love your videos, ethos and attitude. It's super helpful for fellow photographers so thank you.

@SophiaCarey 10 ай бұрын

Ah thank you so much! That's so so kind! I really appreciate your support ❤️

@ArchiesLens 11 ай бұрын

Loved hearing about your road to photography being your career. Inspiring to know your journey. I'm on my path currently working toward that ✨

@SophiaCarey 11 ай бұрын

Thank you so much! Best of luck in your journey!

@ArchiesLens 11 ай бұрын

@@SophiaCarey thank you so much!

@martindemanable 11 ай бұрын

Motivational video for me! Thanks for ghat and beautiful photos

@SophiaCarey 11 ай бұрын

Thank you so much! I'm glad that you enjoyed it. Thanks for watching!

@inkaststudio 9 ай бұрын

Loved the monologue 🙏🏾

@SophiaCarey 8 ай бұрын

Thank you!

@gaztykephotography 11 ай бұрын

I think the key to progression in most fields is to curate the advice & resources you utilise, that’s a skill in itself, something I didn’t really grasp effectively until my mid 20’s (in my NHS career & life in general, not started photography at that point). It’s always struck me that you seem to have made smart choices from a young age twinned with tenacity & no short amount of bravery!

@gaztykephotography 11 ай бұрын

I should also say, you see mistakes as opportunities for improvement, that’s something of a superpower

@SophiaCarey 11 ай бұрын

Thank you Gareth! That’s so kind. You always say such lovely things! I really do appreciate all of the support you’ve offered over the last few years.

@phelix920 11 ай бұрын

I’m happy for your success thus far in your photography journey but my main concern for you is to see people properly respect your work and pay you accordingly. You deserve it all. Phelix

@pariza86 11 ай бұрын

Hernán Cortés! the spanish guy who burnt the ships😅

@SophiaCarey 11 ай бұрын

Haha thank you!!! That’s exactly who I meant 🤣

@MALIAMAVideos 3 ай бұрын

Thank you for this video... Would you say Lightroom is better than VSCO?

@SophiaCarey 3 ай бұрын

Thank you for watching! And absolutely! VSCO is a great, cheap option for casual photography (I use it all of the time for my iPhone photos), but it’s lacks the proper tools to be able to edit your photos professionally. Using Lightroom is going to teach you so much more about editing and your own work than VSCO will. Honestly, in my mind, they’re not comparable. Lightroom wins in a professional capacity every time. That being said, there are other editing softwares other than Lightroom that could be used in a professional capacity if Lightroom isn’t for you. For example, Capture One is always a great, industry standard editing software.

@MALIAMAVideos 3 ай бұрын

@@SophiaCarey Thank you so much Sophia! I feel Lightroom is the same as VSCO. But maybe I just haven't gave Lightroom a chance like I have with VSCO.

@SophiaCarey 3 ай бұрын

@@MALIAMAVideos Lightroom has so many more tools than VSCO so definitely give it an explore. Play around with tone and RGB curves, for example!