First Lay Photography Business

First Lay Photography Business Success Stories [2024]

Pat Walls

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Updated: October 7th, 2024

Capturing the innocence and wonder of a newborn is a unique and rewarding venture. Starting a first lay photography business involves creating stunning, timeless photographs of newborns during their earliest days of life.

You'll need to invest in professional photography equipment and gain knowledge in baby-safe posing techniques. Clients will look to you for your ability to create beautiful setups and calming environments that bring out the best in their babies.

Interest in newborn photography has been growing, with parents eager to document these fleeting moments. With a strong portfolio and an empathetic approach, you can build a loyal client base. This business requires a blend of artistic talent, technical skills, and strong customer service.

Starting a first lay photography business presents the opportunity to create cherished memories for families while tapping into a specialized, emotionally rewarding niche.

In this list, you'll find real-world first lay photography business success stories and very profitable examples of starting a first lay photography business that makes money.

1. LRF FLOORING LTD & LF MEDIA ($84K/year)

Liam Francis, a qualified floor layer, and his partner moved to London to kickstart their photography and videography business. They lost their jobs due to the pandemic, but they persevered and started LF.Media. They offered their services for free in exchange for products, built their portfolio, and started charging clients, eventually making £100,000 a year in just 12 months. They also started LF.Flooring, which helped fund LF.Media and contributed to their success.

How much money it makes: $84K/year
How much did it cost to start: $20K
How many people on the team: 2

How I Went From Jobless To Making £100K/Year In 12 Months

London-based entrepreneur goes from jobless to making £100,000 a year by starting two successful businesses: photography/videography company L.F Media and flooring selling/fitting company L.F Flooring, despite losing everything due to the pandemic.

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