Emily Kim Photography blog

If you’re taking photos professionally, one of the first things you should do is open a business bank account. It might feel like one of those things that you just put off until you’re “making enough,” but it’s one of the most important steps you can take to protect your business AND yourself. In this […]

Contrary to what a lot of people might tell you on the internet, there is no one quick hack to scale to “10k months in 30 days”. There is no secret trick or viral reel to build a profitable photography business that you are missing. If you are wanting to scale and make more money, […]

Are you looking to elevate your photography business? The photography industry is far from saturated, and there are effective marketing strategies for photographers to help you thrive. Here, I’ll share four strategies that have personally helped me grow my business into a multiple six-figure success. The photography and creative industry is NOT saturated. Let’s look […]

I had the pleasure of creating brand photos and videos for Tiffany Jeans, a High-Performance & Rituals Embodiment Coach who helps individuals conquer anxiety, clarify their core values, and design lives of purpose. As you can tell in her brand video, you can tell she has the warmest, most supportive presence ever. Our goal was […]

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 […]

New year, new website! Well, kind of. Even if you don’t plan on rebranding or totally revamping your website this year, it’s still important to refresh it every few months. What better time to do this than the start of the new year? Updating your website is important for two reasons: Here’s a checklist of […]

Somehow, it’s been 6 months since I transitioned from my corporate tech job to being a full-time entrepreneur. If you didn’t know, prior to being a full-time brand photographer, I was a software engineer. Quite the change, right? 😂 Anyways, I’m feeling 6 months older and wiser, so I wanted to share my findings with […]