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20 real estate female women posing and prop ideas for Branding - Virginia Photos and Films/ top headshot portrait photographer Chesapeake Hampton Roads Virginia Beach
Hi, everyone! I’m Christal Marshall, and today I had the pleasure of working with the fabulous real estate agent, Ariana De La Cruz, at...


20 posing and lighting ideas- men fitness headshots- small studio behind the scenes - award winning photography Chesapeake top photographers
Hey everyone, it's Christal Marshall here, and I’m thrilled to welcome you back to my tiny garage studio! Just yesterday, I had the...


Celebrating Our Achievements - top Best photographers in Virginia Beach, Chesapeake, Hampton Roads - Virginia Photos and Films
Celebrating Our Achievements - top Best photographers in Virginia Beach, Chesapeake, Hampton Roads - Virginia Photos and Films We are...


3 mistakes that newbie photographers make while starting out in photography - Lessons Learned from 14 Years in business
3 mistakes that newbie photographers make while starting out in photography - Lessons Learned from 14 Years in business If you're...


Under $200 cyc infinity DIY budget friendly wall for photography -backdrop ideas
Hey everyone! It’s Christal from Virginia Photos and Films, back with another exciting DIY project for those of you on a budget....


Getting back to my why - Embracing Beauty: A Photographer's Journey to Empower Women
Today was a remarkable day that reaffirmed my passion for photography and the power it has to uplift spirits. I had the privilege of...


2025 custom photography content prices -award winning top senior headshot corporate family real estate couples fantasy photographers in Chesapeake Virginia Beach , Virginia Photos and Films
Are you on the hunt for stunning photos or captivating content for your business, products, seniors, students, or family? Look no...


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...


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...
Small garage, photo studio, Headshot, real estate agent, backdrop ideas
In the heart of Hampton Roads, Virginia, a small garage has been transformed into a chic studio space that captures the essence of...


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...


Are you team tortoise or hare? Owning a business 101
💪💪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...


Photographers, stop taking photos like this and destroying nature with your confetti or balloon releases. Do these eco-friendly ideas 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...


How much should Photographers be charging for their photo services? Running a photography small business frequently ask questions
📣📣How much should you be charging as a photographer? I can be affordable because I have the following other income streams: 👚I sell...


I’m a new photographer trying to start a business- 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...


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...


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...


Should I borrow another photographer’s camera equipment and gear 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...


Don’t steal other photographers work, use this AI Dobe 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...


Why do photographers charge an arm and a leg for their photography services? Let’s do a case study 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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