Not a photographer but still watching Jessica😍

Agreed! If a client doesn't want to credit - that's their prerogative as a commercial entity. Every person tagged in a commercial image - directs traffic away from the brand or product. It dilutes the effect of any tags or detail they are trying to promote. If they've paid for the use of the image, they shouldn't be obliged in turn to promote the talent involved at the cost of their purchased engagement. Every photographer is responsible for their own promotion and marketing, expecting a client to do so is absurd and unprofessional. Creative collaborations, editorial work - a totally different thing. All talents should be credited in that context.

I just want to say thank you for sharing your knowledge in photography. I learn something new every time I watch your videos.

I like the tip about not forcing clients to tag you in their posts.

I just recently started using contracts as I'm booking shoots for several hundred dollars (or $1000+). When I was shooting friends for free or for less than $100 it felt fine, but now I don't want to be playing games. Also it's just good to build solid business practices in order to be more professional. Thanks for a lot of great ideas in this video Jessica!

One easy way to go and shoot with someone. Open instagram look who lives close to you and looks good. And just DM them. If they say no it is okay just ask someone else until you have someone to go out and take photos with. Atleast thats how I do it

I don't normally comment on videos, but wow Jessica you have really been stepping it up and improving your video quality. Thanks for sharing this! Keep up the great work!!!

Jessica, could you do a video on taxes? I've read things about being a freelancers & 1099s, but what about "regular" shoots like for someone's baby or senior portraits? They don't give you 1099s lol. Also, if you could dabble a little on freelancing, sole proprietorships, & LLCs? What are you, your experiences, opinions, etc. I would love to hear about that kind of stuff if you're up for it!

Jessica Always gives the best tips! We do mostly videography but we do some photography but always take advise from her !

I always get so overwhelmed with photography lol! These videos help me out so much because I find not enough people are talking about the business aspect of photography at all! Jessica, you're doing amazing with these. I find one of the hardest things with it though is getting the confidence in yourself to be so business oriented. I always feel so awkward bringing up contracts and payments. Hopefully that goes away with time.

First of all: THAT LIGHT OMG I LOVE IT. Great video, you're amazing Jess, hope we meet each other one day. 💙

I don't necessarily play with too much photography, but I enjoy learning about new things from your channel and incorporating a few things here and there when I do take photos. And honestly watching your videos and the way you shoot them is so inspiring. You can tell you're experimenting and it all works for you. Kudos on your successful channel... well deserved with all the work you put into it!

Jessica this video you made was as honest as possible. You are completely right with everything. To be just a good shooter is not NEARLY enough to make it out there... loved this video... well done

Yes! You answered so many questions I've been having lately! You da best 🙌🏼

probably the most helpful video I've watched on you tube regarding the topic, Thank you sooo much Jess !

Thank you for all the support Jessica!

I love this- You’ve grown your channel so much! congratulations on 1 mil! even though in a way it looks like only a number it’s probably crazy and i’m so glad you are where you are. You will continue to grow, this is not your peak. 💙 love you~

Jessica, you broke things down so well! I don't follow a lot of ppl but you are so open and relatable. I'm at the beginning stage of starting my photography business and my biggest challenge is just picking the right entry/mid-level camera that won't overwhelm me and that I won't outgrow too soon. In the meantime I'm learning the settings and trying to get them to work is a challenge for me on my current Panasonic DMC DS60 digital camera. Thanks for the great tips and insight!

I love when you give all of us tips about photography and buisness! 💖

Thank you Jessica for your short, brief and very precise and helpful comments. GOD BLESS YOU with your future and business.

I love your Videos, and this is really helpful! Thanks! ♥️

These tips are really helpful, thank you so much for making this video Jessica!

Such a great video with so much valuable information! Going to rewatch and make some notes - Thank you 👌🏼

Jessica, this is a old video & i do not know if you ever gonna find my comment out of thousands of comments, but I want to say 'I like you a lot (i do not tell many people) because you speak very genuine when you give advice', I did not see this video yet, just pausing, my comment was based on seeing all of your videos. when i see your face, i feel like you are my good friend! love u!

I’ll continue watching these tips, this is a life saver. Thanks a bunch

All I WANT TO SAY TO YOU IS....THANK YOU I have learned a lot from watching your channel and it made a huge positive impact on me in how photography work and what to do and what not to do. please post more because I love your videos they really do help :)

Jessica this was so helpful, thank you. I'm just starting out as a photographer and sometimes it can be discouraging to hear the sad stories of how the creative's are treated. I really value your perspective because it really shows the individual that you are which comes out in the work you do. I am going to take all your advise and be on my way to success. Thanks again, I love your work. Lexy,

Thank you so much for this! You got straight to the point and explained everything so clearly. So valuable!

That light though.

How do you do taxes being a photographer and do you have to have a business license being a photographer for yourself?

Thanks for the tips Jessica, really appreciate you making these types of videos ! ❤️❤️

Thank you so much for this video Jessica, you have crammed so much great info in to this video! I'm testing the waters on getting in to professional photography and have so much to learn before I'm ready to make the leap, but trying to get a feel for what it looks like. This was super informative and really inspiring, can't wait to binge some of your videos, and will definitely watch this again! Thanks again!

Oh my gosh! I love how you took picture of the couples! Beautiful pictures!

Just bought my camera I can’t wait to get it! So ready to get into photography thanks❤️

thankyou jessica ! im from indonesia im blessed to know u jess hope someday u can come to indonesia to do workshop in here keep inspiring people and also keep the good work jess ! God bless

I just started out my KZfaq channel and my photography business so thank u for this video! As a teenager, starting out in this industry as a part time job built from a hobby is hard work and enjoyable, but I’ve still tried to gather as much info from KZfaq as possible.

You are the best! Thank you for helping us succeed. Love your work and tutorials 💐

This video came out at the perfect time! i was just looking last night! Thank you so much!

I Love the Color grade in this video!! Awesome tips, thank you Jessica!

I loved this backlight in your hair ♥ Thank you for these tips! I love your channel and this is on of your best videos ♥♥♥ Hugs and kisses from Brazil

I book 90% or more of my clients through wedding vendor websites like The Knot and Weddingwire.

I don't know why but you look like someone who is fun to hangout with. Everytime listen you talk, i smile. Wished i had any friends who shares similar values.

Wow! So so many helpful tips for a super newbie photographer like myself! Thank you so much! ❤️

Great info. Also, love the lightning on this video.

I could not thank you enough for speaking about this! ♥️♥️♥️♥️

This has a been the most informative and help advise I've given! Thank you Jessica!

Thank You for the tips. I want to be a photographer but Sometimes I have my ups and downs .This will help a lot ❤️❤️❤️

this is so so useful for me, thank you for sharing these tips 💛

Helpful as always!! Love your videos!

Great video ... You are basically a very good person inside, and outside. IMO, these tips are true for almost every business and not just photography. Really admire the way you package your photography business, it's really professional and experienced.

This is very helpful! I really appreciate the time you took to really specify. I know this is something i lack in, so i will take these tips to the core and really work on thi!

this is very helpful I wish there is more of these videos . also I can't get over your t-shirt its so beautiful 💜

you have given some very important information that are useful for a newer in the business. I keep watching your videos, thank you & keep going.

Wow, this is great and very helpful. Thank you!

This was so helpful! Definitely saving this video!!!

Thank you so much! I love your videos and they’re indeed such a great tips :)

i'm starting to obsess over your videos, like you are amazing and I really hope to become a successful photographer like you💕

LOVE IT. Great tips JESS.

Great tips! Thanks for sharing

Another really helpful video, thank you so much. I am just about to transition into this more seriously and want to try and make this work as my living

Thank you so much for the tips! I just started my career as a wedding photographer and I just wanna say that, how lucky I am to be your subscriber 👍

Thank you so much for giving this information because nobody is talking about these things so this info is very important for me and i like the process that you discussed and its very helpful again thanks Jessica. You are doing great.

that PDF looks amazing, first photographer that shows and talks about that. great video, very good tips, big like missy

Thank you so much! I'm actually an illustrator who worked most often in the wedding world and this really helped me as well.

Jessica! Thank you so so much for this. You are wonderful. God bless

This really helped me i know i had to make a portfolio but i havent been taking a lot of photos.

Thank you for this video. I'm new to this stuff and I really appreciate your help.

This just came in right on time!! I'm at the step that I wrote a contract( in french), now I have to meet a lawyer, and then I'd like to translate it in english and also spanish. It's not fun at all to search and read law articles, but as you said, it's crucial to establish contracts. Damn, I'll even make my friends and family members sign it if they want a session, that'll show them how serious we are about our craft :p. I do want to make a living off of it though, and that'll be starting with weddings, so thank you for uploading that video, your help/advices are more than welcome here.

This is really useful because I want to be a professional photographer. Thank you for the tips and more!

thank you for this useful tips. A very nice touch of backlighting in the video!

thanks so much for the video, Jessica

Thank you so much Jessica! These are definitely note takers. 😊

Thank you for sharing this very helpful information with us!

This was SOOO helpful. Thank you!

Thank you for the tips. Wow you’re at 1 Million subscribers. Congratulations.

Thank you for these tips!!! I can’t wait to use this for my business

Jessica, excellent video! Thank you so much!

I'm a Digital Illustrator and this video is very helpful! Thank you so much for sharing!

Been wanting to start. Thank you!

Jessica!!! You're my inspiration 💯😍

thanks for another insightful video really enjoyed watching all of this :D thanks for sharing this with us

I feel like these tips apply whether you are a photographer or not! ❤

Agreeeeed... Thanks you for u're sharing 👍 keep it works

Thank you so much for dis vid! Helped me so much!

just peeped your website again for the first time in a long time and boy you are so talented !!!

Could you do a video on how to plan a photoshoot from start to finish?. As far as how to choose models, location, styling, etc.

Girl, you're looking so great in these new vids.

Thank you for your tips!!! ❤❤❤

Great advice Jessica! Love the contract tip

SO helpful, thank you!

That lighting setup though .. 😍☀️

Very helpful! thanks Jessica!

Thats a lot of info. Thank you so so much. APPRECIATE

You always help Jessica... Big ❤️ for you... Keep going... Wish me luck...

Very detailed explanation!

Great video. How much time do you give a client to pay the second half of the cost? Is it the day that you deliver the finished product?

Girl, I paused this video and busted out the notepad! Now you might resume... 😂👍🏻👍🏻😊❤️

So helpful!! When it comes to photography tip video no one normal talks about contracts.

Hey Jessica! you are always practical.

Great video Jessica... i have to work on my website... big hugs !