You didn’t touch on this too much but when you niche down you become hyper efficient in that one thing compared to someone that does a bit of everything. You create systems that are tailored to what you do and they just make you so much more effective at saving you time and better serving your client.
you are speaking as though you are already using the specialize concept. i go into it deep in this video. i talk about it alot. th-cam.com/video/0HJTguwClvU/w-d-xo.htmlsi=JyUoQnJoPMi2bg3_
I'm photographer number 1, I went to photography school and I discover for the first time in my life that I have an ADHD and for me sticking on the same kind of photography is practically impossible. My brain need to do different stuff one day to another. And I love it like that, So I came to the idea that I would not work in photography to earn a living but rather as a passion to make art with those who want to create with me for free and never with the aim of making a profit. I really tried to niche down into portraits then landscapes, street photography, editorial, fashion..etc but I like to do everything! It's too frustrating for me to stop at just one category. If this is the only way to become a pro, I will remain a photographer in the shadows.
I’m just one voice. The idea is to make a living from what you’d do for free. But that makes it a business. Which is what my channel is about. I help photographers make a living. If you follow my frameworks. Or not. Do what you do until you realize it’s an expensive hobby No photography school? No business training, leaves you not even knowing how much you don’t know. And then a guy like me comes along and proves you wrong. What you believe to be true actually is. Irregardless if it’s actually true or not. This is my TH-cam comments , should I spend any time at all trying to convince you otherwise? Seems like you’ve already made up your mind, bro You don’t need me Stevecarty.com I’ve been doing this as a professional for 3 1/2 decades. What do I know.
I started as a portrait photographer for passion, then went to beauty photography and had a LOT of clients. Some of them started asking me still-lifes of the products, I studied still-life photography. Now I do both, beauty and still life, good money every year. Now, I keep doing portraits for passion, but wont put it on internet besides the work stuff.
I started with street photography to learn how a camera works, then went into concert photography for a year and now I do basically everything from real estate, events, concerts, weddings, engagements and social media. I've chosen to do this in order to make money in the summer to survive during the low demand in my hometown in the winters.
One of the few videos in which the content is perfectly researched - the visual presentation is perfect - and the presentation by a talented actor puts the sugar on the cake.
This is a great video but I would suggest do all types of photography for the first 3 years or so.some people would think the are good landscape photographers but figure out the are portrait photographers
I’ve been a working pro for 34 yrs. That’s the reason why people listen to me. Stevecarty.com look. Am I more experienced than you? Seems you are making comments to try to counter the information I’m giving in my video. There’s a reason people listen to me.
I have tried to go pro for the last few years doing whatever I can lay my hands on, and I am finding it exhausting and constantly fighting with newer photogs and agencies who are willing to do it at a lower price. I found out when my already low quote no longer gets me the job these days. Until my last project assignment when I decided to slow down, enjoy the process, and then I realised that when I do what I think I am best in, which is post processing my images and makes it so polished that even I myself became amazed. There I am begining to see what I can do best isn't to shoot everything under the sun, but structure (be selective) my niche to a certain genre of events and produce what nobody could offer to make my photos stand out above the rest. And for that, for the first time I actually received a very sincere "thank you very much for all the very nice photos you took" from my clients. You can say it's an accidental discovery, but truly, I not only find more satisfaction but also put my best talent to the craft while I get rewarded with instant payment after I delivered the pictures, and this time with a "Thank You so much, love those pictures" comments. Cheers
Professional photographer here of thirty years. Being type one has served me well as I've consistently watched photographer type twos fall by the wayside. Your career is a marathon, not a sprint, Learn new skills, appeal to a wide market and most importantly never take advice from TH-camrs.
I naturally feel into this after the first year or two in business. Now that I have my niche, I have a small following but make way more money doing what I love than I did in the beginning. I create an “experience” every time and they keep coming back for more 🙏
This is great advice for a lot of solo businesses. TH-camrs for example make channels for different types of content becaus ethey know putting everyting on their main channel will harm their growth in the long run
There are differing schools of thought in re this question. Life is undoubtedly much easier if one knows what works for them. A good presentation with a compelling argument.
So I like this a lot from a strictly business perspective! Makes sense to narrow down your focus and improve in one area; helps refine your business and make your sales clear and defined. I did notice someone else in here say that they have ADHD and can't stay niched in one area, to which I agree and feel! However, my approach is to keep business and "artistic" pursuits separate. You can absolutely crush it in the business, and as things go along it'll open up the way for you to explore the craft artistically. We shouldn't stop exploring and dreaming just because we want to build a business! Yet with business, we can't go chasing so many things that take us nowhere. Both pursuits can be achieved with some time and diligence.
I have been a pro photographer since 2008 - I have never had a client say he help me with my Branding…or lifestyle or anything other than take pictures of people or stuff and we will pay you to do it. There are few pros in my area who are worth more than $200/hr. As far as niche for me, I focus on shooting photos of people wearing clothing and occasionally food for restaurants. This pays the bills for me!
I'd like to make money with photography but I don't know how with wildlife photography. I feel like this video only helps with other niches and if you already know how to make money with your niche
@@stevecarty Miss you to buddy. She's now a 2 time stage 4 cancer survivor. Life is challenging but we carry on. Keep up the great work! Would love to catch up with you some day soon :)
Hello Steve. How would you see the PISS method applying and working for profit if the photographer's niche or specialty is wildlife and nature photography? I see how it can more easily apply to portrait, wedding, product photography, etc, but I often feel that wildlife is almost impossible to reach the same levels of profit as the other genres cited here. I'd truly appreciate your feedback on this 🙏
Only thing I can think of is doing photos for a preserve, zoo, animal shelter, etc., maybe. But obviously that’s different than true wildlife photography.
Thanks all, exactly... sad but true. I definitely need a second niche for profit making. Too much investment in time and equipment to not have any financial return.
This advice applies to almost any business. In grad school (Health Care Administration) we had an exercise called "ATAP". ATAP stands for All Things to All People. This exercise was a financial exercise that very quickly showed the students that attempting to be all things to all people is almost NEVER a successful strategy.
True. I’ts also skill. Watching seasoned wedding photographers trying street photography. It’s underwhelming. And they know it. Or a guy in England who only shoots meals in a certain look. He is an a niche of a few, and his specific look is his brand.
Well, that’s certainly ONE way to look at it, HOWEVER….in a major city, I’ve been doing non-niche work for 44 years….people, places, products. And no weddings. My advertising clients LOVE a vendor who can handle more than one specialty. THAT is my edge….DON’T be limited by subject Matter. Lastly, I have a terrible online presence, low followers, zero engagement, and…I could care less! I engage with those that are the decision makers…the art buyers, directors, etc. Being “popular” with non-industry types is of zero significance! -68, 44 in the trenches; 1980 Art Center/LA.
Replay gang :) but also the best video you've put out in this form! You're doing 10/10 on the e-learning fundamentals of video! Please do more like this and i can help with this style if you want it refined :) see you on Sunday, Keep up the good work!
@stevecarty I live on a island in the Caribbean can you make a video for small towns or islands on strategic business methods. Love the info from this video. Can’t afford a masterclass yet but I will soon.
Interesting idea however I think which ever niche market you choose it’s saturated with content so you have to diversify, me? I’m the Swiss Army knife of photography 😄👍
All of my photos are wildlife,pets photography,landscape photography, and flowers,that's all. I have just started an Instagram account seriously. I got some offers because the first one was a fraud. Now I'm hesitating for the next one,even if I checked that they are real. Is it better to open an Instagram shop than to wait for an offer?
What's wrong with me ? I simply want to make great images in photography at subjects that I find interesting, such as vintage junk yards, vintage car shows, vintage drag racing, and landscapes. Money is the furthest thing from my mind. I take photos out of a personal need and desire discovering these subjects for my own and sharing them with others.
I have no clients, I only hire models to improve my portfolio and increase my body of work. How can I find out what kind of problem a potential client has that my photographic skills could be an answer to? Do I send emails to all businesses in my area asking " What is your problem?", "What problem do you have that a photographer may help you with?". I don't get the problem thing. I don't think I want to pose myself as a solution to (any kind of) problems. I just want to take, make and sell "good" photographs. Ones that people want to buy not because they need a solution, but because the pictures are that pretty/good/powerful.
You have no clients. But you don’t want to do what I suggest. Hmm. TheCartyMethod.com you missed the whole point. Apply for my accelerator so I can teach you.
there are people who need good photos of themselves for work or other things. I just helped an accountant, she needed a new photo for her linkedIN and job badge. I asked "why hire me? Take a photo with your phone" she said "I've seen too many bad camera phone pictures, I want it done right" That was a problem she had, and I was the solution. Don't think of it in a negative way.
comments are the worst way to communicate. it's really hard to tell tone and at times what you're asking. you started with I have no clients. i don't think of much in a negative way i just always beg for clarity.
thanks for the love. I have too much going on to also be a voiceover actor. just keep watching. listen on spotify or apple music if you prefer my audio tone. TheCartyMethod.com
@ it’s a title. Jeez my guy lighten up on creators trying to help you. You’re spending a lot of effort trying to prove me wrong, poke holes, he did first,… don’t you have a business to run?
I've been a professional photographer for 10 years here in Australia and due to the size of the industry ( 1/10th the size of the US) it's not sustainable to just be e.g a head shot photographer...that being said in the past few years I've started shooting for film and television and I absolutely love it ! BUT I am still not at a point where this is the only type of work I shoot, I still shoot commercial work to pay the bills...different sized markets can dictate what is possible and sustainable....i've noticed ad photographers shooting for film and tv now because there's no advertising work 🤷🏽♀
Just keep upping your skills. Your work determines your market. Do more commercial work for better clients with deeper pockets. Up the level of the work, your techniques, style and customer experience. Once you say yes to everything you’re average at all of them.
@@iunderstanphotography2780this may be true! BUT. The general consumer cares less about the quality of the product in favour of the photographer's likeability. For example. If photographer 1, has a big following on Facebook, the general consumer will think they are really good as they must get lots of work. And if photographer 2 has a small following, the general consumer will not be attracted to them unless they really really like their aesthetic.
you're making statements that are true because you believe them to be. You're also working for people, who have no clue or money over companies who have a reason and a need for the work that i create. choose the average consumer as your client base and you'll always be dissappointed. i don't deal with the average consumer. I deal with people who see my value.
All good points and great video. I just don't have the attention span to even finish this video let alone niche down to one thing. that is so sad this is what the industry has become. 30 years ago, you could do it all and it was fun. doing only one type of photography is just business and business is soulless. There are many of us that want to do different things in photography that is the whole point. For a photographer to be good they should be able to do it all, it was never that hard of skill set to master and now with all the Automatic AI functions anyone can do it.........but that is why you have to niche, it's the only way to stand out. that's sad. that's not photography, that's hell.
I’ve been in this industry for 34 years. You can complain about how things used to be or you can adapt and work today in the way that things are. Things will never stay the same. That’s happened exactly. Never. Life is about developing. Like we used to do back when I started film when I was 14 years old.. I shot film for 20 years before digital. What if I didn’t adapt then? No career. What if I wasn’t a specialist? No career. Adapt or watch the world pass you by. That’s the word on the street. Complaining about how things are gets you nowhere. How can you expect to achieve mastery if you’re trying to be the jack of all trades? Think of a samurai . Think of a monk. Think of a player of a musical instrument. How many gifts do you think you get? You can shoot anything and everything that you like . Which will make you absolutely average at everything The only way to achieve mastery at any one thing is through obsession . If you want to make a living at Photography, you have to obsess over one niche. Obsess or cry about it .
Sadly, they won’t. Without an audience you’re just doing this for you. Either sell prints or books or both but without an audience, who are you shooting for? Are you even making video content?
Yeah but when that one part of the industry fall back you fall back too, or end up dying from being bored or burn out because of the monotony. People want to categorize you like you can do only one task right, but it's not for everyone. Take examples from other jobs like house renovations. Nowadays one people or one team can work on the whole house, not just knowing to work on the bathroom or on the living room or on the kitchen. Because they are similar jobs. So it's not like everyone just need to do this because that is also following a trend.
Actually that representation with smarties is wrong. 😅 because you should number how much violett ones are and then one of every color with the same number. Because it s full it has the same lvl skill on purple too🤣
well i for sure could have done that but if you watched until the very end, you would have caught the joke about there not being enough purple smarties.
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Been doing it for almost 10 yrs off and on. Here’s what google says. Why are men wearing nail varnish? Men are wearing nail polish because they feel comfortable doing it. They no longer feel like there is anything “wrong” with wanting to express themselves through little flashes of color, or even black, on their nails. And there is nothing wrong about it. Mar 8, 2023 Pretty much sums it up.
Interesting idea however I think which ever niche market you choose it’s saturated with content so you have to diversify, me? I’m the Swiss Army knife of photography 😄👍
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You didn’t touch on this too much but when you niche down you become hyper efficient in that one thing compared to someone that does a bit of everything. You create systems that are tailored to what you do and they just make you so much more effective at saving you time and better serving your client.
you are speaking as though you are already using the specialize concept. i go into it deep in this video. i talk about it alot. th-cam.com/video/0HJTguwClvU/w-d-xo.htmlsi=JyUoQnJoPMi2bg3_
I was photographer 1 for 10 years. I became photographer 2 three years ago. And i can contest this guy is 100% correct!!!!
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Just because it worked for you, doesn’t make this guy right. There are thousands of photographers that haven’t niched are incredibly successful.
This blanket advice is silly.
I'm photographer number 1, I went to photography school and I discover for the first time in my life that I have an ADHD and for me sticking on the same kind of photography is practically impossible. My brain need to do different stuff one day to another. And I love it like that, So I came to the idea that I would not work in photography to earn a living but rather as a passion to make art with those who want to create with me for free and never with the aim of making a profit.
I really tried to niche down into portraits then landscapes, street photography, editorial, fashion..etc but I like to do everything! It's too frustrating for me to stop at just one category.
If this is the only way to become a pro, I will remain a photographer in the shadows.
I’m just one voice. The idea is to make a living from what you’d do for free. But that makes it a business. Which is what my channel is about. I help photographers make a living. If you follow my frameworks. Or not. Do what you do until you realize it’s an expensive hobby
No photography school? No business training, leaves you not even knowing how much you don’t know. And then a guy like me comes along and proves you wrong. What you believe to be true actually is. Irregardless if it’s actually true or not.
This is my TH-cam comments , should I spend any time at all trying to convince you otherwise?
Seems like you’ve already made up your mind, bro
You don’t need me
Stevecarty.com
I’ve been doing this as a professional for 3 1/2 decades. What do I know.
I started as a portrait photographer for passion, then went to beauty photography and had a LOT of clients. Some of them started asking me still-lifes of the products, I studied still-life photography. Now I do both, beauty and still life, good money every year. Now, I keep doing portraits for passion, but wont put it on internet besides the work stuff.
Thanks for sharing!
Can you share your IG? I'm curious to see your work
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Good point. Well, rarely who started straight into a niche. Usually, you have to try variety of skills, find out what's the best for you!
Assuming you’ve done that part already. This isn’t first grade stuff.
I started with street photography to learn how a camera works, then went into concert photography for a year and now I do basically everything from real estate, events, concerts, weddings, engagements and social media.
I've chosen to do this in order to make money in the summer to survive during the low demand in my hometown in the winters.
Idk what got you into my algorithm, but sir, you’ve changed my perspective.
One of the few videos in which the content is perfectly researched - the visual presentation is perfect - and the presentation by a talented actor puts the sugar on the cake.
Thx. See my work here stevecarty.com
This is a great video but I would suggest do all types of photography for the first 3 years or so.some people would think the are good landscape photographers but figure out the are portrait photographers
I’ve been a working pro for 34 yrs. That’s the reason why people listen to me. Stevecarty.com look. Am I more experienced than you? Seems you are making comments to try to counter the information I’m giving in my video. There’s a reason people listen to me.
I have tried to go pro for the last few years doing whatever I can lay my hands on, and I am finding it exhausting and constantly fighting with newer photogs and agencies who are willing to do it at a lower price.
I found out when my already low quote no longer gets me the job these days.
Until my last project assignment when I decided to slow down, enjoy the process, and then I realised that when I do what I think I am best in, which is post processing my images and makes it so polished that even I myself became amazed. There I am begining to see what I can do best isn't to shoot everything under the sun, but structure (be selective) my niche to a certain genre of events and produce what nobody could offer to make my photos stand out above the rest. And for that, for the first time I actually received a very sincere "thank you very much for all the very nice photos you took" from my clients.
You can say it's an accidental discovery, but truly, I not only find more satisfaction but also put my best talent to the craft while I get rewarded with instant payment after I delivered the pictures, and this time with a "Thank You so much, love those pictures" comments.
Cheers
Professional photographer here of thirty years. Being type one has served me well as I've consistently watched photographer type twos fall by the wayside. Your career is a marathon, not a sprint, Learn new skills, appeal to a wide market and most importantly never take advice from TH-camrs.
34 yr pro. Not a TH-camr. A pro photographer on TH-cam. Stevecarty.com ya I agree. Don’t listen to most. But I have years on even you.
I naturally feel into this after the first year or two in business. Now that I have my niche, I have a small following but make way more money doing what I love than I did in the beginning. I create an “experience” every time and they keep coming back for more 🙏
This is how you’ll win. Lmk if you need help. Stevecarty.com
This is great advice for a lot of solo businesses. TH-camrs for example make channels for different types of content becaus ethey know putting everyting on their main channel will harm their growth in the long run
I agree! -- USP = Unique selling proposition
Absolutely love your content brother. You always go the extra mile.
Thanks man, I'm here to help. Appreciate you.
@ we’re here to learn at least I know I am. Thanks again brother.
There are differing schools of thought in re this question. Life is undoubtedly much easier if one knows what works for them. A good presentation with a compelling argument.
Thank you. See my work here. Stevecarty.com
This was a great breakdown!
So I like this a lot from a strictly business perspective! Makes sense to narrow down your focus and improve in one area; helps refine your business and make your sales clear and defined.
I did notice someone else in here say that they have ADHD and can't stay niched in one area, to which I agree and feel! However, my approach is to keep business and "artistic" pursuits separate. You can absolutely crush it in the business, and as things go along it'll open up the way for you to explore the craft artistically.
We shouldn't stop exploring and dreaming just because we want to build a business! Yet with business, we can't go chasing so many things that take us nowhere.
Both pursuits can be achieved with some time and diligence.
Stevecarty.com
Okay, I'm listening!
I have been a pro photographer since 2008 - I have never had a client say he help me with my Branding…or lifestyle or anything other than take pictures of people or stuff and we will pay you to do it. There are few pros in my area who are worth more than $200/hr. As far as niche for me, I focus on shooting photos of people wearing clothing and occasionally food for restaurants. This pays the bills for me!
Cool
I'd like to make money with photography but I don't know how with wildlife photography. I feel like this video only helps with other niches and if you already know how to make money with your niche
Wildlife isn’t an easy niche. Those animals don’t pay. And people don’t pay for images of animals. I’m sure you’re noticing.
So proud of what you're doing here, buddy.
Thx for still being here Cid. Been too long. How’s your wifey? Missing you both
@@stevecarty Miss you to buddy. She's now a 2 time stage 4 cancer survivor. Life is challenging but we carry on. Keep up the great work! Would love to catch up with you some day soon :)
Send chaotic my love. I’m glad you’re both still here.
Explained to me like I was 5. Thank you for that.
Gave it to you 3 ways. Stevecarty.com
This is true even as a medical provider ❤
I know this isn't the topic of the video, but how did you get that amazing diction? 😮 You have a radio person / podcaster voice 😎
I’m just me. God gave me this voice and talent.
Hello Steve. How would you see the PISS method applying and working for profit if the photographer's niche or specialty is wildlife and nature photography? I see how it can more easily apply to portrait, wedding, product photography, etc, but I often feel that wildlife is almost impossible to reach the same levels of profit as the other genres cited here. I'd truly appreciate your feedback on this 🙏
Wildlife you’re going to be struggling. There isn’t a market. Changes niches or parish.
Yeah it’s sad but true, not much you can do there since the real money is at a much higher level of photography.
Only thing I can think of is doing photos for a preserve, zoo, animal shelter, etc., maybe. But obviously that’s different than true wildlife photography.
Thanks all, exactly... sad but true. I definitely need a second niche for profit making. Too much investment in time and equipment to not have any financial return.
This advice applies to almost any business. In grad school (Health Care Administration) we had an exercise called "ATAP". ATAP stands for All Things to All People. This exercise was a financial exercise that very quickly showed the students that attempting to be all things to all people is almost NEVER a successful strategy.
True. I’ts also skill. Watching seasoned wedding photographers trying street photography. It’s underwhelming. And they know it.
Or a guy in England who only shoots meals in a certain look. He is an a niche of a few, and his specific look is his brand.
Yup. SteveCarty.com
Well, that’s certainly ONE way to look at it, HOWEVER….in a major city, I’ve been doing non-niche work for 44 years….people, places, products. And no weddings. My advertising clients LOVE a vendor who can handle more than one specialty. THAT is my edge….DON’T be limited by subject
Matter. Lastly, I have a terrible online presence, low followers, zero engagement, and…I could care less! I engage with those that are the decision makers…the art buyers, directors, etc. Being “popular” with non-industry types is of zero significance! -68, 44 in the trenches; 1980 Art Center/LA.
I’m happy for your success. You’re a unique case.
Great analogy with the smarties!
thx bryan
Replay gang :) but also the best video you've put out in this form! You're doing 10/10 on the e-learning fundamentals of video! Please do more like this and i can help with this style if you want it refined :) see you on Sunday, Keep up the good work!
thanks selim... it's tracking.. appreciate you and welcome ideas. email me
love your content brother.
Thanks so much
Man I love all your videos! great stuff
Glad you’re here!
@stevecarty I live on a island in the Caribbean can you make a video for small towns or islands on strategic business methods. Love the info from this video. Can’t afford a masterclass yet but I will soon.
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Yep, can verify this is how I do it.
Interesting idea however I think which ever niche market you choose it’s saturated with content so you have to diversify, me? I’m the Swiss Army knife of photography 😄👍
Enjoy that.
Great content every time! Thank you.
How could I go about identifying a specific problem that I have the expertise to solve with photography ?
Watch my latest podcast episode. The carty method podcast on my channel. Download the free worksheet. That will sort you out.
Nice presentation, you really make a lot of sense, thank you.
Thanks for watching. Glad it clicked.
Great video. I needed this.
Here for you. TheCartyMethod.com
Awesome Video like always! great to see almost 1500 likes! Damn - so I'm still a smarties photographer - gonna work on that
Mindset victor.
I like how you got to the point without pissing on the viewer with dumb jokes and prolonged yank humour.
I’m a Canadian
@@stevecarty It's not far from the tree. But granted Canadians are nicer externally.
😂 great video Carty! Love the 4 step process.... Won't forget that one😆
Trying to attract bees with sweets
All of my photos are wildlife,pets photography,landscape photography, and flowers,that's all.
I have just started an Instagram account seriously. I got some offers because the first one was a fraud. Now I'm hesitating for the next one,even if I checked that they are real.
Is it better to open an Instagram shop than to wait for an offer?
I’m confused by your question. You need social media. Turn on two factor authentication
Great explanation, thank you very much, and i think it apply for all other bussiness also.
Indeed
I love taking pictures. But I like mixing photography with digital art. It’s a weird niche I guess.
Mixed media is a thing. Think editorial for magazines. Be your own niche
What's wrong with me ? I simply want to make great images in photography at subjects that I find interesting, such as vintage junk yards, vintage car shows, vintage drag racing, and landscapes. Money is the furthest thing from my mind. I take photos out of a personal need and desire discovering these subjects for my own and sharing them with others.
I help photographers make a living.
Very good. Now I’d like some Smarties, please
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Love your content
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Great video and 100% spot on
thx for watching nick and your txts
I have no clients, I only hire models to improve my portfolio and increase my body of work. How can I find out what kind of problem a potential client has that my photographic skills could be an answer to? Do I send emails to all businesses in my area asking " What is your problem?", "What problem do you have that a photographer may help you with?".
I don't get the problem thing. I don't think I want to pose myself as a solution to (any kind of) problems.
I just want to take, make and sell "good" photographs. Ones that people want to buy not because they need a solution, but because the pictures are that pretty/good/powerful.
You have no clients. But you don’t want to do what I suggest. Hmm. TheCartyMethod.com you missed the whole point. Apply for my accelerator so I can teach you.
there are people who need good photos of themselves for work or other things. I just helped an accountant, she needed a new photo for her linkedIN and job badge. I asked "why hire me? Take a photo with your phone" she said "I've seen too many bad camera phone pictures, I want it done right"
That was a problem she had, and I was the solution.
Don't think of it in a negative way.
comments are the worst way to communicate. it's really hard to tell tone and at times what you're asking. you started with I have no clients. i don't think of much in a negative way i just always beg for clarity.
That analogy was sweet🙌
thx for watching.. glad your here D
because of this video im your new subscriber
Good video. Also you have a good voice you should see about doing some voice over work.🧐👍
thanks for the love. I have too much going on to also be a voiceover actor. just keep watching. listen on spotify or apple music if you prefer my audio tone. TheCartyMethod.com
Its a Peter Hurley's Headshot Crew way of doing this. I follow these rules last 3 years :)
Hurley doesn’t own specializing. It’s what the pros do.
@@stevecarty yep, but teach that principles for more than a decade, so "nobody teaches You" is not so precise. :) Still, great video what so ever.
@ it’s a title. Jeez my guy lighten up on creators trying to help you. You’re spending a lot of effort trying to prove me wrong, poke holes, he did first,… don’t you have a business to run?
Hi ! is it true for a small market as a little island of almost 300000 people ?
You should
Book a free consult with me. I’ll teach you how to do it.
Great advice!
Glad it resonated.
Thank you!
i'm here for you.
Very well said!
thx ethan.
I've been a professional photographer for 10 years here in Australia and due to the size of the industry ( 1/10th the size of the US) it's not sustainable to just be e.g a head shot photographer...that being said in the past few years I've started shooting for film and television and I absolutely love it ! BUT I am still not at a point where this is the only type of work I shoot, I still shoot commercial work to pay the bills...different sized markets can dictate what is possible and sustainable....i've noticed ad photographers shooting for film and tv now because there's no advertising work 🤷🏽♀
Just keep upping your skills. Your work determines your market. Do more commercial work for better clients with deeper pockets. Up the level of the work, your techniques, style and customer experience. Once you say yes to everything you’re average at all of them.
@@stevecarty "...Once you say yes to everything you’re average at all of them..."
@@iunderstanphotography2780this may be true! BUT. The general consumer cares less about the quality of the product in favour of the photographer's likeability.
For example. If photographer 1, has a big following on Facebook, the general consumer will think they are really good as they must get lots of work.
And if photographer 2 has a small following, the general consumer will not be attracted to them unless they really really like their aesthetic.
you're making statements that are true because you believe them to be. You're also working for people, who have no clue or money over companies who have a reason and a need for the work that i create.
choose the average consumer as your client base and you'll always be dissappointed. i don't deal with the average consumer. I deal with people who see my value.
@@stevecartyus market has a completely different potential than any other...
Great stuff!
Thanks for watching.
All good points and great video. I just don't have the attention span to even finish this video let alone niche down to one thing. that is so sad this is what the industry has become. 30 years ago, you could do it all and it was fun. doing only one type of photography is just business and business is soulless. There are many of us that want to do different things in photography that is the whole point. For a photographer to be good they should be able to do it all, it was never that hard of skill set to master and now with all the Automatic AI functions anyone can do it.........but that is why you have to niche, it's the only way to stand out. that's sad. that's not photography, that's hell.
I’ve been in this industry for 34 years. You can complain about how things used to be or you can adapt and work today in the way that things are. Things will never stay the same. That’s happened exactly. Never. Life is about developing. Like we used to do back when I started film when I was 14 years old.. I shot film for 20 years before digital. What if I didn’t adapt then? No career. What if I wasn’t a specialist? No career.
Adapt or watch the world pass you by. That’s the word on the street. Complaining about how things are gets you nowhere.
How can you expect to achieve mastery if you’re trying to be the jack of all trades?
Think of a samurai . Think of a monk. Think of a player of a musical instrument.
How many gifts do you think you get?
You can shoot anything and everything that you like . Which will make you absolutely average at everything
The only way to achieve mastery at any one thing is through obsession . If you want to make a living at Photography, you have to obsess over one niche.
Obsess or cry about it .
I enjoy landscape photography but don’t know how people will pay me for that. Lol.
Sadly, they won’t. Without an audience you’re just doing this for you. Either sell prints or books or both but without an audience, who are you shooting for? Are you even making video content?
Yeah but when that one part of the industry fall back you fall back too, or end up dying from being bored or burn out because of the monotony. People want to categorize you like you can do only one task right, but it's not for everyone. Take examples from other jobs like house renovations. Nowadays one people or one team can work on the whole house, not just knowing to work on the bathroom or on the living room or on the kitchen. Because they are similar jobs. So it's not like everyone just need to do this because that is also following a trend.
You know more than me then. Go to it. Start a channel.
Love the finger nails color very tasteful
my girl and i go together. it's a thing.
Drowning, that’s photographer #1. Only 1% of that so to speak type of photographer is strong enough to swim in the deep water.
Are you making lots of money from your photography?
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Now you’re making me hungry for candy 😋
Bro, where have you been the last three years 😂❤
Here. And STEVECARTY.com I’m an actual photographer. Not a ytr.
These videos are not made for people with misophonia 😬. Great info though
emotional responses are sometimes exactly what's needed. TH-cam is hard.
Actually that representation with smarties is wrong. 😅 because you should number how much violett ones are and then one of every color with the same number. Because it s full it has the same lvl skill on purple too🤣
well i for sure could have done that but if you watched until the very end, you would have caught the joke about there not being enough purple smarties.
This was a great video 📸
Thanks for watching!
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Why painted nails?
Why do you care about my personal style choice? It’s personal style. This is all. I’m not the first dude to do malepolish.
Just want to understand why man paint their nails? Must be a reason...
Been doing it for almost 10 yrs off and on. Here’s what google says.
Why are men wearing nail varnish?
Men are wearing nail polish because they feel comfortable doing it. They no longer feel like there is anything “wrong” with wanting to express themselves through little flashes of color, or even black, on their nails. And there is nothing wrong about it. Mar 8, 2023
Pretty much sums it up.
PISS? Bruh!
It seemed to work.
Interesting idea however I think which ever niche market you choose it’s saturated with content so you have to diversify, me? I’m the Swiss Army knife of photography 😄👍
Which means you’re average at all of them. What have you obsessed over? SteveCarty.com