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Photographer Success Stories [2024]

Pat Walls

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Updated: September 26th, 2024

Capturing moments and turning them into lasting memories is the heart of a photography business. As a photographer, your role goes beyond clicking the shutter; it's about crafting visual stories through portraits, events, or editorial work.

Starting a photography business involves investing in quality equipment and developing a keen eye for detail. You'll need to build a portfolio that showcases your unique style and skills, attracting potential clients who resonate with your work.

Networking is essential—leverage social media platforms like Instagram to share your best shots and connect with your audience. Additionally, consider offering special promotions to new clients to build a steady stream of work.

For those passionate about visual storytelling and willing to learn and grow, photography offers a fulfilling career path. The opportunities to capture beauty, emotion, and moments make this a rewarding endeavor for the right individual.

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

1. CandidShutters ($329K/year)

Pranjal, the co-founder of CandidShutters, came up with the idea for the business after realizing that couples and their families longed for a tangible keepsake of their wedding moments. With a passion for photography and filmmaking, Pranjal saw the opportunity to create custom-designed handcrafted photo albums that would bring these memories to life. Since launching in 2018, CandidShutters has become known for its personalized albums, catering to over a hundred customers monthly through a strong organic presence and word of mouth.

How much money it makes: $329K/year
How many people on the team: 22

How I Started A $27K/Month Business Creating Custom Handcrafted Photo Albums

CandidShutters co-founder Pranjal started an online-only, profitable business in 2018 creating custom-designed handcrafted photo albums that currently averages over 100 albums per month, serving couples and families seeking to create memorable keepsakes.

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2. jonathan is media ($101K/year)

Jonathan discovered his passion for photography at a young age and honed his skills while studying photography in school. He stumbled upon an opportunity to help an Amazon FBA seller with product photography, which sparked his idea to start his own business offering product photography services specifically for Amazon sellers. By focusing on this niche market and delivering exceptional service, word-of-mouth referrals have been his primary source of customers.

How much money it makes: $101K/year
How much did it cost to start: $5K
How many people on the team: 0

How I Started A $8.4K/Month Product Photography For Amazon Sellers Business

This case study follows Jonathan from jonathanismedia.com, who started a product photography service for Amazon FBA sellers during his teenage years and now making close to $10k/month in profit, through word of mouth, offering exceptional quality services, and a focus on SEO, paid media, and word-of-mouth as long-term growth strategies.

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