Recommended Resources for Photographers
Every tool I recommend has earned its place in my business through real-world testing and proven results. After years of navigating the sea of business tools (and yes, wasting money on plenty of duds), I've curated this carefully-vetted collection of game-changing solutions.
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Gear Recommendations
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Mile IQ - Track all your mileage to maximize your tax deductions at the end of the year. Did you know you can deduct 70 cents per mile for every business mile you drive? With this app, logging your mileage is effortless. It automatically records each trip, and you simply swipe left for personal miles or right for business miles. Sign up using my link.
Backblaze - You know what's scary? Most photographers I know aren't backing up their photographs. This is especially irresponsible if you have clients. What would you do if your hard drive were to crash tomorrow? Would you have safeguards in place?
Backblaze gives you unlimited backups for just $9/month. I use it to back up everything I shoot, and it gives me total peace of mind that my files are backed up if I ever need to access them.
17hats - I used 17hats for years to improve my business workflow. 17hats helps you keep track of all your clients, projects, contracts, and invoices. You can sync it with your calendar to automatically add scheduled shoots. There's also a bookkeeping feature that lets you keep track of all your income and expenses. Their monthly plan is $60/month, but you can use my referral link to save 50% on your first year under the annual subscription.
When I first started my photography business, I delivered files through email or Google Drive. But I quickly ran into their limitations—email had strict file size limits, and Google Drive lacked a polished, professional look. I wanted a way to present my clients' images in a beautiful gallery that reflected the care and artistry behind them.
That’s when I found the perfect solution—Pixieset! Use my referral link to get $20 off your first month.
PPA - For just shy of $29/month, you get $15,000 in equipment insurance, contract templates to use with your clients, educational resources, and much more. The cost of insurance coverage alone is worth it.
Moo - Moo has been my go-to for high-quality business cards since I started my business over a decade ago. They’re not even close to the cheapest place to get cards made, but their standout quality is worth the price.
JPEGmini - I use JPEGmini to shrink file sizes without losing quality, which makes delivering client galleries and managing storage way easier. The drag-and-drop interface makes it super simple to batch process tons of images at once. And it’s only a one-time cost of $59!