Emily Kim Photography blog

If you’re a brand photographer and not taking advantage of Pinterest, it’s time to start! Pinterest is one of the most powerful visual search engines available, and it’s often the very first stop for anyone seeking creative inspiration. Imagine your client planning their brand photo shoot and saving your images to their Pinterest mood board—before […]

As a brand photographer, I carry a bit more in my camera bag than a typical portrait photographer. In addition to the camera gear and lighting gear that every photographer needs, I also have more practical items to make my client feel as comfortable as possible AND handle any wardrobe malfunctions as needed!Without further ado, […]

I went from being a software engineer to a full time photographer and studio owner. Hi, I’m Emily and I help creative entrepreneurs and service providers grow their small business through practical, no fluff tips and strategies. In this post, I’ll share the tangible steps that helped me become a brand photographer and how you […]

If you’re here, you’ve probably realized that brand photography is absolutely essential when it comes to marketing and growing your business. So, as a personal brand or solo entrepreneur, how much does brand photography cost? Brand photography packages: what to look for When it comes to brand photography packages, there are a few key elements […]

how to subtly use stock photography for your small business supplement your brand photography with on-brand stock photos Let’s pretend I’m a mind reader for just a moment. Here are the thoughts I’m guessing you have when it comes to content and stock photography. Feeling seen or heard by any or all of these???  Maybe […]

When our goals feel like they’re crushing us (instead of us crushing them), it may be time to call on your community. Here are the 4 people every entrepreneur should keep close!

what is b-roll and why does my small business need it? how to use video to capture and keep attention 📽 In 2022, small businesses aren’t just competing against each other. (Actually, they’re rooting for one another!) They’re competing against national and global brands that have budgets we can’t even begin to imagine as small […]

how to automate your business workflows, emails + more Note: You should know there are affiliate links below. If you choose to use them, Emily Kim Photography may receive a small commission. Thanks for supporting your favorite bay area brand photographer! As a service-based business owner, you’re likely intimately familiar with the desire to do […]

As a creative business owner, it can feel nearly impossible to ever step away from your work. I mean… who will respond to the emails? Who will make all of the things? Who will continue to market your business for you?! You get the gist.  But the truth is that as a small business owner, […]

As the owner of a product brand, you have a plethora of products to show off, and likely a good amount of beautiful imagery to do so. So how on earth are you supposed to choose which photos to use on your website home page?! For your product brand, the issue of choosing the right […]