"this stuff transcends money and success; it's life, and it's deeply fulfilling work." wow. i'm a big fan now, you've changed how i view photographs now, thank you.
A lot of photographers do weddings as their income whereas their passion is another niche in the photography world that doesn’t bring in $$. Weddings can be a wonderful but it can be a grind. It’s good to see wedding photographs like you who are passionate about wedding photography. I once heard a professional photographer in his web class say wedding photographers aren’t photographers, they are wedding experts with a camera
"This stuff transcends money and success guys, it's life and it's deeply fulfilling work, and anyone who says it's unimportant doesn't understand its power. Honestly, if you're in this business I hope that money doesn't even matter to you at the end of the day. More than anything I hope that you care about serving your clients and their families and giving them the greatest intangible gifts they could ever receive, photographs." Dude... you're the first person I see give a meaningful and thoughtful talk about this. I see people care about the money, settings, and gear. But at the end of the day is about giving irreplaceable photographs. Hits the feels.
Gotta be honest, walked into this a little skeptical because of the $100K thing. But this was incredibly refreshing and good to hear. We need more positive voices like this in our circles!
To clarify, all of the yearly totals are after all of my expenses, and before my taxes, much like any salary-paying job describes the amount to be paid.
OMG same! I was not expecting to get emotional towards the end. I’ve been struggling to book weddings and this solidifies that I shouldn’t give up and that it’s deeper than the lucrative income I desire. Thank you for this video!
You're incredible, this really helps alot. I'm currently trying to discover my worth as a photographer trying to make it as a living. I don't know why but I can't help but feel bad when I charge people for my work. Its making it hard for me to move forward.
Nathaniel Killian I feel that. I love photography, and I love the behind the scenes and having fun with people who ask me to do it. I love editing them and love the process of it all. But I’m too scared to ask for what I deserve.
I feel like all the dislikers are people who didn't watch through this video. To make it easier for you guys, if you wanna skip the video, at least watch 10:22 till the end. I'm so touched by your speech about photography and the true value it brings to people life, far more than social media validation or anything along that line, it captures beautiful memories and make sure we can treasure them, forever.
Eric Floberg thank you for making this video. im not an actual and expert photographer and im still trying stuff out. Filming stuff and photography is my absolute passions, and watching this video juiced me up to go out there and just take pics and vids (still dont know where to start though) but anyways, THANK YOU VERY MUCH. God bless!!❤️
Eric Floberg i just found your page and I’m in love with the content you give out,the motivation,passion,creativity,and teaching. Just finished this video and I’ll continue binging the rest. Also definitely giving you a follow on Instagram,I can tell you’ll be an inspiration for me and my photography as well. If you’d like to see my photography journey on Instagram it’s @photographybyaandc
My goals are to start shooting more corporate and lifestyle shoots, as well increase my presence as a cinematographer. I've been uploading regularly to TH-cam for the last few weeks to try and increase this presence; everything from tutorials, to tip videos, to gear videos, and so on. But your video is crazy inspiring. Thank you. I've subscribed (both to your channel, and you as a person).
10:34 "...seing the intimacy between family and friends..." this is really exactly what made me pick up photography as a hobby. The thrill of being able to capture a photo that really communicates what happened, and the emotions within is creatively stimulating for me. And somewhere along the way maybe I lost that voice, that eye, so thanks for reminding me of that. Professionally I'm not a photographer (in graphic design) but this made me reevaluate to see what it is that I care about what I'm doing. And that I might pick up a camera when I can! 11:14 "Honestly if you're in this business, I hope that money doesn't even matter to you at the end of the day." This is such a powerful declaration that I really aspire to. I've always seen "success" as a product of process rather than output and positive feedback (because success can be different things to everyone, and if you base what you think of success on what others say about you, then you're not going to feel fulfilled no matter what). And if success means that you're financially stable, then let it be the product of your process and your creativity, rather than the goal you've set. I've chased different levels of "financial stability" and even now I don't feel like I'm at that point (really feeling more conscious now than when I started actually!), and this paradigm shift is something I want to really pin down this year. Hopefully! Thanks for this _random_ video. YT recommendations worked well!
You're the first person who's ever talked about stuff related to pricing/earnings in video or blog that was willing to detail anything about how many jobs they did with what they make. For one, so many photographers come across as intentionally vague when they say they are giving advice on pricing. But also, seeing the actual number of weddings that you did puts into perspective the time management that is going to have to come with the desire to raise your income to that level. Breaking it down in your head how many weddings a month that is. Or how many weddings a week. Factoring in planning for a wedding, being able to travel, processing all the photos for viewing and delivery. And everything that goes into getting other wedding jobs and scheduling those. It's an amount of straightforwardness that isn't seen very much. In any genre of photography.
I love this. When I am tearing up at the mother son dance or laughing along with the maid of honor speech it just fires me up to capture more emotions at more weddings. Please always stay this authentic. It's so refreshing.
My wife and I are shooting our first photo/video wedding today, this video hit us right in the feels. Your passion is evident and that's obvious in the way you speak. Look forward to seeing more of your work! Green Bay WI - Subbed 👊
Yoooo LOVE how open you are with numbers and stuff. We aren’t here to envy we’re here to learn. You don’t see that openness a lot in the photo world. But one thing not answered in here...HOW DO YOU BOOK CLIENTS FROM NOTHING?? All I do are portraits so no wedding portfolio to show
Ernest Arrellano I reached out to local wedding photographers in the area asking if I could second shoot for free. One photographer said yes and I was able to shoot 10 weddings with them that I in turn gained experience and material for my portfolio.
You can make more money from portraits than from weddings. Weddings are extremely time-consuming diluting your profits. You can make as much in one portrait session that consumes a total of 2 hours, including post-processing than what he makes in one wedding that can consume as much as 60 hours. Weddings are just marketing for portraits session. So you could create over $20k in sales from one wedding, including the wedding and portrait sessions. But I am sorry to tell you that $117K a year in gross sales for a wedding is NOT lucrative at all. Is barely ok.
@@Deep-Travel How much do you charge for one portrait session ? Is it on location, studio, journalism ? What case ? Model who want book, random people who want family photo, enterprise portrait ?
I am a budding full time wedding photographer. Your thoughts your visions are very similar to me. And undoubtedly you are a mindfrigging photographer. I was gone mad after seeing that beautiful multiple exposure picture you have taken. You find your passion. Keep uploading your videos. Like me many budding photographers are want to stand out from the crowd and your videos are perfect for ourselves to reach our dream as a full time wedding photographer. Thank you. From INDIA, (Calcutta)
Indianapolis filmmaker here! Love how you're being honest about being an adult, having a job, and transitioning to doing what you love. Way too many of these videos are just some kid talking about how their parents (who happen to be the CEO of some huge company) bought them everything and now they're able to make tons of money.
I've only ever captured very small friends or family weddings due to being so overwhelmed by this side of the photography industry- and because I've only ever wanted it to be a very personal moment for me to capture. But you're the first photographer I've come across that hasn't made it feel entirely daunting or out of reach for me to finally pursue- even if it truly makes me so terrified that their one day lies in my hands to capture... thank you so much for sharing this! SUBBED and bingeing on your series of creative work!
Dude - this was incredibly motivating and enlightening! I've been filming weddings for 4 years in Australia and am really struggling to break through the pricing and booking barrier that I've been stuck in for the past 1-2 years, as I've recently moved from a big city (Sydney) to a more regional area (Sunshine Coast). Whilst it's still a really popular wedding area, I just can't seem to land a decent amount of bookings and am finding my price point to be an issue. I know my work is good and my editing is Point 7 'Leaning into what makes me different', but it's been a real struggle to push past and get to the point where I could financially leave my job. I've just become the father to my second boy (congrats on your two btw), so it's really motivating to re-assess everything I'm doing and push past this to not only achieve the working environment I desire, but set an example for my boys. I thank you for this video, and I look forward to following your progress as I make my own. Your newest subscriber, Mitch.
Man, this was so powerful. I always try to explain to people why i shoot weddings and why I love what I do but I've never put it as beautifully as this. Well done! I look forward to seeing more of you pursuing your passion
Thanks for the inspiration. I’m a high school teacher in the Chicago suburbs that does weddings and portraits as a side hustle. I’d love to have a similar story one day.
Dude great video, gold info in there! Hope everyone took notes! That barber scene came out really nice! I see what you had in mind now :) Can't wait for our ultra secret project XY1 to come out!
I've been doing photography for while now using my canon t5i (my first dslr) I make no money yet because I'm still a shs student and I just enjoyed taking photographs of my friends and enjoying every moment with them and turning that moment into a memory. I just love documenting stuff, I am an introverted person really shy to socialize with others and when I just keep doing what I love which is taking photos, I made friends and they helped me to socialize and feel comfortable doing it
Dude just found your page but you are SO genuine in who you are and it’s inspiring! Not to mention that your work is phenomenal too!! Keep it up and I’m stoked to see other videos from you!!
Eric, I don’t even have to look at your instagram after watching this video. This clearly shows the passion and devotion you’ve had into this industry and business you have built. I am beyond words after watching this video. Not based on your numbers, and quite honestly not even based on your tips and tricks, simply based on the fact why you do what it is that you do. This was by far the most motivating and inspiring video I have seen within the industry. I will definitely be following you and your adventures this year much closer in great detail. Thank you Eric.
In 2017 I shot 40 weddings and made a total of.......$75K. I'm really glad you found a niche and are making a living doing photography. I've been doing photography since 2000 and its been one hell of a ride. I'm in the midst of a career change due to the market and over saturation of the industry. My prices have actually gone down consistently since 2010 to be able to compete; while my cost of living has almost doubled. Done with this career. I'm glad that people are doing good in the industry, but EVERY photographer I know is suffering in the So-Cal market. Not hating, just living in a different market than Chicago must be. Glad you're doing good and gald those who read this comment are doing good. I'm done doing photography as my primary income source.
I’m thrilled that you emphasized the emotional aspect of your impact on people’s lives. Not many other wedding ‘togs talk about that. The only wedding I solo-shot impacted me the same way. I formed a long-lasting friendship with “my couple” and am shooting their new baby this week. Thanks!
11:04 , i litarally STOPPED the video, smashed the like button , suscribed and enter this guy channel. you've earned a new faithful subscriber! keep on inspiring bro , thanks
A to Zed killer info here. I've been shooting for over 20 years and weddings for 10. I do it because I love it. My couples genuinely know I want to be there. When strangers from the wedding come up to you and say "you can tell you love what you do". It just feels good. There are so many tired photographers in the wedding industry to carve out a great business, and have a blast doing it! Love the channel man!!
This was super helpful Eric!! And thank you for monetizing your account here rather than putting everything on Patreon. I only wish I could afford Patreon, but I just can't at the moment - I'm more than happy to sit through commercials for you to still make a little extra money off of these videos anyday for the opportunity to learn something from them for myself. THANK YOU!!
I was moved when you made that connection at that personal level and to how this is about peoples lives. It kind of made me reconnect for a moment with something I feel I've nearly forgotten in the midst of it all. Appreciate you man. I see why your clients say those things. Earned my sub!
Eric. This video is incredible and speaks volumes about who you are and about the work you produce. I've rewatched 11:28 - 12:38 Three (3) full times now - going on 4 - Subbed and tapped the bell before you could even ask. Definitely looking forward to what 2019 has in store for you. Don't stop creating.
Thanks for this video. It really helped my daughter with her cost of living project in her current High School Econ class. What a blessing finding this video was for her! Best of luck to you! Thank you for sharing your experience to encourage others to go forward! "If you love what you do for a living you will never work a day in your life" you show that in your passion for wedding photography!
Hey! That video ending gave me chills! All throughout my college years I heard that "weddings are horrible - no one wants to work in the industry" And this was such a refreshing viewpoint! Congrats Eric on cultivating such a successful and meaningful career! Cheers from Canada :)
A much needed jolt of inspiration in the midst of a...at times... monotonous industry where you are still challenged to care more about money than your clients. I listened between the lines and I got what I needed to hear. Thanks man!
LOVED this video!!! You actually had me in tears towards the end when you spoke about photography being a way to serve people, rather than squeezing the very last penny out of them. Photography is soooo much more than just an income and unfortunately photographers that chase cash, take away the respect of photography as a profession. You explained that sooo beautifully! This video was very helpful and inspiring. Thank you!
Bro hell yes. This is it!! I’m almost done with college and I’ve been doing weddings (along with several other side hustles with videography and photography) for 2 years and when my parents ask me what i plan on doing after college I tell them I’ll do weddings full time and they think I’m crazy. This is a totally doable market to be in and to strive in! Congrats!
Love this Eric, 100% agree about the money not mattering, I have taken jobs that were supposed to be the most profitable, but ended up giving so much time, extra products, and hand-delivering things just because of the connection I felt to my clients, it made no difference to me I wasn't making the money I thought I would be. Service speaks volumes.
Not only is this a great wedding photography video it is HANDS DOWN one of the best photography videos period!! It goes past the hardware or photography and what it means to be a photographer and I love this so much! I will 100% SUB AND 100% be contacting you Eric about work because I too live in the Chicago land area!
SUBBED!!! I'm just Starting out photography, and I love it. But didn't use to think wedding photography was for me until I got invited to a good friends wedding in the summer, which got me thinking; I should take my camera and talk to the wedding photographer that's going to be there. In the mean time, I did a search just to see what wedding photography really has to offer, and found this. Your video is really inspiring, especially the bit toward the end about people and stories. I work with families so I'm all about that! much love bro 🙏🏽
Man, I really enjoy your authenticity in these videos. I just started in photography and find it hard to find photographers who are real about the business. Thank you for what you do!
Authentic, emotional, informative, down to earth and sincere. You have the right recipe to capture the important and beautiful moments in anyone's special day/event. Thank you for Sharing Eric. I'm just starting out but I have been getting so much from your channel. I hope this year is massive for you.
I never really had my own camera but whenever I did get my hands on one at an event or whatnot, I somehow gravitated towards shooting candid photos of people. I always got told I'm just making fun of people but what I really wanted was to capture what it's like looking at those people and being in that moment with them. I kind of understood that then but never really got to put it into words until watching this video. I'm still working on getting my first camera so I can get closer to realizing my truth which is to capture life and preserve moments dearest to people's hearts. What I'm really saying is I love your video and I love your passion! Thanks for being such an inspiration and I'd love to see you reach greater heights, Eric!
Eric. I am a wedding videographer and I have been doing it for 2 years now. This is probably the most useful/informative video I have ever seen. Thank you for this!
Dude, I really wanna say thanks for sharing this. I left a high paying job last year to pursue my dream of being a full time photographer. My photography mentor/friend moved to Germany before I left the job. I became lazy and did very little self promotion and lost sight of the reason I wanted to follow my dreams in the first places BUT this video was something I needed to see to remind me that making those numbers ARE POSSIBLE AS A PHOTOGRAPHER. It’s amazing what memories a photo can hold and you showed and reminded me of that with the outro of images.
Been looking at transitioning from studio to wedding photography and feeling pretty nervous about the whole thing. This video has been really insightful. Really appreciated from 09:39 to 11:27. Thank you man. Perspective.
BRRROOOO I seriously appreciate this video. It’s sooooo good. I’m currently in your “2016” and am about 1 year out from quitting my day job. Everything you said in this video is beyond true and I love that you really honed in on how you really have to care about your couples and care about their wedding. It’s really the only way to do this work. You have amazing work. You’re deff on my list of inspirations now. Keep up the great work. 👍👍👍
Yo, I'm literally the guy you mentioned in the beginning of the video. Full time job trying to go full time as an entrepreneur. I'm out of Chicago too. On the south side. Nice video 💪🏾. Keep it up. Thanks #CHEP
Community before competition. That is truly the best route. I'm nowhere near this level of business but I really value so many of the bits of knowledge spread throughout! Definitely a video to look back on often when I feel stuck in my passion. Thank you so much!
What a video! The song, the pictures you selected towards the end of the video, and your choice of words, everything was so perfect it almost brought tears to my eyes! Bro you're extremely good at what you do.
I cried watching this. I don’t even know who you are. But it resonated so much with me. I’m a senior in college and i shot my first 9 weddings last year. I agree 100% on everything you said about how to create your own unique style by being inspired by other people and how fulfilling the industry is. I needed this. Thank you Eric.
You know what? When I clicked on this video, I figured it'd be another list of tips. I didn't expect to be moved by your words. I found you genuine and it really touched me when you spoke about the importance of photographs. It was a good reminder for me why I take weddings, over time I had come to forget it. So thank you.
Awesome, awesome stuff dude - I can see how your personality sells your business. Without saying it you are offering a package way more than just some pictures - a whole experience to cement their wedding as the most special day of their lives!!
From the 10:00 mark onward was honestly my favorite part of this video and that alone earned a sub from me. I'm about to dive into the rest of your channel and can't wait to see what else you have in store in the future!
Nice and clear speech. My favorite part, the last one with the wise and emotional words. Congratulations! Everyone who connects harmonically with his purpose deserves success in life. You own a new follower.
Refreshing to find a photographer/ creative in it to what seems like the joy of the art, where money is secondary, and is transparent with their business, and does not have the con artist/ “get rich quick by signing up for my course “ vibes. Thank you for the knowledge and it is true- this is life. Capturing precious memories and being a service to people that need it is much more valuable than a paycheck, because it will eventually attract the money!
Oh my gosh, where has your channel been hiding all this time?! This was an awesome video and I'm pumped about the rest of the content you have on here as well! Subscribed! I'd love to hear more about your experiencing with wedding videography, because I'm thinking about trying to get into that realm with my freelance videographer work.
This video really resonates with me. Being also from Chicago and seeing the human connection inside portraits more than caring about the money just speaks to me and my ideas. Thank you for this. I clicked on the video for one reason and received so much more from it. Hopefully one day our paths will cross in this crazy business. Thanks again Eric!
I quit my job at Hewlett Packard back in 2013 and went full time as a wedding photographer Haven't had a 9-5 job ever since. I expanded to doing photo booths and now dabbling into wedding videography
I got teared up towards the end.. Photography is so,so incredible and impactful. The thought of being able to capture a moment and turn it into a memory that will last forever - is incredible. This inspired me so much to work harder at turning my passion for photography into a business, which I would gladly pursue full-time. Thank you Eric.
Holy Shit Bro. Im From Germany and want to start my Photograph/Filmmaking Business out here. This video changed my view on this stuff. Thank you very much.
Not a photographer or even married. Only watched this because it was in my suggestions. I can appreciate how you’ve structured your business and created something that you love. The passion is very easy to see. I’d love to interview you for the next season of my show about entrepreneurship.
That photo montage with the music and the stories you led up to with it gives all the feels. So good Floberg. Thank you for your creativity, inspiration, and transparency. ✌️
Thank you Man for this video I deeply appreciate it , I remember just being very doubtful of myself not being capable or not good enough to pursue in the photography or culinary business, which are two of the things I love the most ..however this video had gave me that extra “push“ to just simply go for it and make it happen .This video was very well done and beautiful.. it really made the photography industry into a deeper meaning , more than others may even realize 🤞🏼💯💯 you have a new subscriber lol !
Yes! This is such solid advice for anyone who shoots or is thinking of beginning to shoot weddings. As always love your work Eric! Keep leaning into what makes you different 😄
Thanks for the inspiration and reassurance! I'm just starting out as a wedding videographer and it is soo good to hear someone else out there talk about how this work is so much more than the money. Happy to see there are more of us out there. Keep it up dude!
The ONLY problem with weddings is that couples can only get married on one particular day! It sounds simple but if you get a wedding photography enquiry but you are already booked then that’s that...see you later £2000. No chance of ‘oh can we do Sunday instead’ because the couple 90% of the time have already booked their venue. If you live in an all seasons geographical location then you also have to put up with the low winter season. To maximise your profit the best thing to do is move to a location where its dry and warm for 9x months of the year so you have more of an active all year round wedding allocation season. Love your videos Eric :)
Or you hire on an associate photographer and filmmaker like I've done recently ;) Or you can market to destinations like that and shoot anywhere at any time. Thanks for watching!
Eric Floberg that would be a great idea but I live in England and it rains 9 months of the year ;) good idea about the associate photographer Eric, keep up the quality work with the vids
Incredible video reminded me why I do what I do. I love shooting weddings, and I don't care if other photographers look down on it and think it's not "art" or whatever - I disagree with those people because I get to make art out of the most important day in my clients' lives. Spot on, Eric! Thanks for inspiring this UK photographer to keep going.
Dude, great work putting the video together. You are an inspiration for me now. The simplicity in you and your interactions with your clients is the highlight. Great fan!! ❤️
This was the most absolute amazing video on photography. It was so deeply touching. I'm starting my photography business and your message has helped me to go in with the most beautiful perspective. You seem like a very genuine person. Thank you and many wonderful blessings to you. ✨💜
I’m the only person I know that aspires to be a wedding photographer lol.. I love your insight. Can you please make a video on developing a style or coming up with concepts ? I’ve only been shooting for a little over a year. I found photography during the middle of the roughest point in my life and I love it for giving me a passion and giving me something positive in my life ! But.. A huge problem is I feel locked into rules that I learned in the beginning and it’s limited me so much and I’m not having fun going on shoots any more because I feel super locked in and I don’t shoot with intent anymore I’m just going through motions. I care so much about photography and succeeding with it that I’m stuck not progressing anymore. I also worry so much about the people I’m photographing and hoping they are happy it’s actually worked against me because I’m stuck in the boring go through motions mentality that I can’t seem to break out of. Idk what ever your videos are great and I Love love your photos !
I don't know if you will ever find or read this comment, but damn man, this video bought me. For the past couple of weeks, I was in doubt whether to buy a really good PC or a camera. I love programming and some other things i would need good pc for, but i really enjoy taking good pics using my smartphone, and it is specially satisfying when my friends are thankful for taking good pics of them for their social media, or when i take pictures of random details that not everyone sees, it is just satisfying. But after watching this video, I'm 100% sure I am going to buy camera, and hopefully start my career in photography... Wish me luck!
I don't even wanna be a photographer, but the thumbnail was cool, and I subbed bc your content is really interesting and entertaining. Btw I liked the earthy tones in this vid
I have always loved photography since I was in high school. I am 43 now and you have inspired me to follow my passion! Thank you, thank you.....so much!
Love you Eric and your humble words. I like to think of myself of a 'servant with a camera' when I'm shooting a wedding. I've done all sorts from putting on jewellery for a bride as all her friends have fake nails, to taking the brides bouquet to the wedding, delivering the rings to the guys, and once I even took the bride to her wedding in my People Mover. It was pretty funny but much appreciated. I also feel it's not about the money but being involved in capturing history. Thankyou for your videos!
Wow! Wow! Wow! The end of this video literally made me cry (i am a guy btw). Seems we both got kinda the same mindset. I "price" my weddings in a really unusual way. Until this very day i shoot every wedding without expecting any loan to get afterwards. I always told my couples to give what is within their budget and what are they willing to pay me as a counterweight. And i never got to little and i am as well not starving. Hope you understand everything. Big hugs from a german subscriber!
I honestly didn’t know photographers made that much. I was to do this as a hobby then business later on because I love the idea of capturing moments that means so much for the person. You literally opened my eyes that much more to get into photography and hope I can talk to you personally and pick your brains.
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"this stuff transcends money and success; it's life, and it's deeply fulfilling work." wow. i'm a big fan now, you've changed how i view photographs now, thank you.
very well put! I couldn't agree more!
A lot of photographers do weddings as their income whereas their passion is another niche in the photography world that doesn’t bring in $$. Weddings can be a wonderful but it can be a grind. It’s good to see wedding photographs like you who are passionate about wedding photography. I once heard a professional photographer in his web class say wedding photographers aren’t photographers, they are wedding experts with a camera
So sooooo true.
"This stuff transcends money and success guys, it's life and it's deeply fulfilling work, and anyone who says it's unimportant doesn't understand its power. Honestly, if you're in this business I hope that money doesn't even matter to you at the end of the day. More than anything I hope that you care about serving your clients and their families and giving them the greatest intangible gifts they could ever receive, photographs."
Dude... you're the first person I see give a meaningful and thoughtful talk about this. I see people care about the money, settings, and gear. But at the end of the day is about giving irreplaceable photographs. Hits the feels.
Thx for writing it I just screened shot this is definitely deep!
@@reykfoto same here. Thank you and o also screenshotted this. ✌️
Gotta be honest, walked into this a little skeptical because of the $100K thing. But this was incredibly refreshing and good to hear. We need more positive voices like this in our circles!
To clarify, all of the yearly totals are after all of my expenses, and before my taxes, much like any salary-paying job describes the amount to be paid.
Eric Floberg came here for the money but left with something else... thank you for what you do!
OMG same! I was not expecting to get emotional towards the end. I’ve been struggling to book weddings and this solidifies that I shouldn’t give up and that it’s deeper than the lucrative income I desire. Thank you for this video!
Thanks, Eric for this great video, really appreciate that you share this for other beginner photographers. Much love!!
You're incredible, this really helps alot. I'm currently trying to discover my worth as a photographer trying to make it as a living. I don't know why but I can't help but feel bad when I charge people for my work. Its making it hard for me to move forward.
Nathaniel Killian I feel that. I love photography, and I love the behind the scenes and having fun with people who ask me to do it. I love editing them and love the process of it all. But I’m too scared to ask for what I deserve.
"Anyone who says it's unimportant, doesn't understand it's power." BOOM. SUBBED.
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I feel like all the dislikers are people who didn't watch through this video. To make it easier for you guys, if you wanna skip the video, at least watch 10:22 till the end.
I'm so touched by your speech about photography and the true value it brings to people life, far more than social media validation or anything along that line, it captures beautiful memories and make sure we can treasure them, forever.
What are your 2019 photography goals?? We're in this together, Squad Fam.
Eric Floberg thank you for making this video. im not an actual and expert photographer and im still trying stuff out. Filming stuff and photography is my absolute passions, and watching this video juiced me up to go out there and just take pics and vids (still dont know where to start though) but anyways, THANK YOU VERY MUCH. God bless!!❤️
Eric Floberg i just found your page and I’m in love with the content you give out,the motivation,passion,creativity,and teaching. Just finished this video and I’ll continue binging the rest. Also definitely giving you a follow on Instagram,I can tell you’ll be an inspiration for me and my photography as well. If you’d like to see my photography journey on Instagram it’s @photographybyaandc
I’m just recovering from back surgery and can’t wait to go back and shoot and capture moments that are going to stay forever in photographs.
My goal is to shoot 10 weddings of my own this year! (Double what I shot last year)
My goals are to start shooting more corporate and lifestyle shoots, as well increase my presence as a cinematographer. I've been uploading regularly to TH-cam for the last few weeks to try and increase this presence; everything from tutorials, to tip videos, to gear videos, and so on. But your video is crazy inspiring. Thank you. I've subscribed (both to your channel, and you as a person).
10:34 "...seing the intimacy between family and friends..." this is really exactly what made me pick up photography as a hobby. The thrill of being able to capture a photo that really communicates what happened, and the emotions within is creatively stimulating for me. And somewhere along the way maybe I lost that voice, that eye, so thanks for reminding me of that. Professionally I'm not a photographer (in graphic design) but this made me reevaluate to see what it is that I care about what I'm doing. And that I might pick up a camera when I can!
11:14 "Honestly if you're in this business, I hope that money doesn't even matter to you at the end of the day." This is such a powerful declaration that I really aspire to. I've always seen "success" as a product of process rather than output and positive feedback (because success can be different things to everyone, and if you base what you think of success on what others say about you, then you're not going to feel fulfilled no matter what). And if success means that you're financially stable, then let it be the product of your process and your creativity, rather than the goal you've set. I've chased different levels of "financial stability" and even now I don't feel like I'm at that point (really feeling more conscious now than when I started actually!), and this paradigm shift is something I want to really pin down this year. Hopefully!
Thanks for this _random_ video. YT recommendations worked well!
You're the first person who's ever talked about stuff related to pricing/earnings in video or blog that was willing to detail anything about how many jobs they did with what they make.
For one, so many photographers come across as intentionally vague when they say they are giving advice on pricing. But also, seeing the actual number of weddings that you did puts into perspective the time management that is going to have to come with the desire to raise your income to that level. Breaking it down in your head how many weddings a month that is. Or how many weddings a week. Factoring in planning for a wedding, being able to travel, processing all the photos for viewing and delivery. And everything that goes into getting other wedding jobs and scheduling those.
It's an amount of straightforwardness that isn't seen very much. In any genre of photography.
I love this. When I am tearing up at the mother son dance or laughing along with the maid of honor speech it just fires me up to capture more emotions at more weddings. Please always stay this authentic. It's so refreshing.
My wife and I are shooting our first photo/video wedding today, this video hit us right in the feels. Your passion is evident and that's obvious in the way you speak. Look forward to seeing more of your work! Green Bay WI - Subbed 👊
Yoooo LOVE how open you are with numbers and stuff. We aren’t here to envy we’re here to learn. You don’t see that openness a lot in the photo world. But one thing not answered in here...HOW DO YOU BOOK CLIENTS FROM NOTHING?? All I do are portraits so no wedding portfolio to show
Ernest Arrellano I reached out to local wedding photographers in the area asking if I could second shoot for free. One photographer said yes and I was able to shoot 10 weddings with them that I in turn gained experience and material for my portfolio.
Offer to shoot a friend or families wedding for free. Do that one or two times and then start charging for future projects.
You can make more money from portraits than from weddings. Weddings are extremely time-consuming diluting your profits. You can make as much in one portrait session that consumes a total of 2 hours, including post-processing than what he makes in one wedding that can consume as much as 60 hours. Weddings are just marketing for portraits session. So you could create over $20k in sales from one wedding, including the wedding and portrait sessions. But I am sorry to tell you that $117K a year in gross sales for a wedding is NOT lucrative at all. Is barely ok.
@@Deep-Travel How much do you charge for one portrait session ? Is it on location, studio, journalism ?
What case ? Model who want book, random people who want family photo, enterprise portrait ?
How do I start booking portraits? lol
I am a budding full time wedding photographer. Your thoughts your visions are very similar to me. And undoubtedly you are a mindfrigging photographer. I was gone mad after seeing that beautiful multiple exposure picture you have taken. You find your passion. Keep uploading your videos. Like me many budding photographers are want to stand out from the crowd and your videos are perfect for ourselves to reach our dream as a full time wedding photographer. Thank you.
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Indianapolis filmmaker here! Love how you're being honest about being an adult, having a job, and transitioning to doing what you love. Way too many of these videos are just some kid talking about how their parents (who happen to be the CEO of some huge company) bought them everything and now they're able to make tons of money.
I've only ever captured very small friends or family weddings due to being so overwhelmed by this side of the photography industry- and because I've only ever wanted it to be a very personal moment for me to capture. But you're the first photographer I've come across that hasn't made it feel entirely daunting or out of reach for me to finally pursue- even if it truly makes me so terrified that their one day lies in my hands to capture... thank you so much for sharing this! SUBBED and bingeing on your series of creative work!
Dude - this was incredibly motivating and enlightening! I've been filming weddings for 4 years in Australia and am really struggling to break through the pricing and booking barrier that I've been stuck in for the past 1-2 years, as I've recently moved from a big city (Sydney) to a more regional area (Sunshine Coast). Whilst it's still a really popular wedding area, I just can't seem to land a decent amount of bookings and am finding my price point to be an issue. I know my work is good and my editing is Point 7 'Leaning into what makes me different', but it's been a real struggle to push past and get to the point where I could financially leave my job.
I've just become the father to my second boy (congrats on your two btw), so it's really motivating to re-assess everything I'm doing and push past this to not only achieve the working environment I desire, but set an example for my boys. I thank you for this video, and I look forward to following your progress as I make my own.
Your newest subscriber, Mitch.
Tell me your prices I can help
How's it going?
Man, this was so powerful. I always try to explain to people why i shoot weddings and why I love what I do but I've never put it as beautifully as this. Well done! I look forward to seeing more of you pursuing your passion
Thanks for the inspiration. I’m a high school teacher in the Chicago suburbs that does weddings and portraits as a side hustle. I’d love to have a similar story one day.
Thanks for watching! Dude, you will for sure get there. Keep grinding and keep looking out for you clients!
Dude great video, gold info in there! Hope everyone took notes!
That barber scene came out really nice! I see what you had in mind now :)
Can't wait for our ultra secret project XY1 to come out!
I've been doing photography for while now using my canon t5i (my first dslr) I make no money yet because I'm still a shs student and I just enjoyed taking photographs of my friends and enjoying every moment with them and turning that moment into a memory. I just love documenting stuff, I am an introverted person really shy to socialize with others and when I just keep doing what I love which is taking photos, I made friends and they helped me to socialize and feel comfortable doing it
okay, the little photo montage has me in tears
Dude just found your page but you are SO genuine in who you are and it’s inspiring! Not to mention that your work is phenomenal too!! Keep it up and I’m stoked to see other videos from you!!
Eric, I don’t even have to look at your instagram after watching this video. This clearly shows the passion and devotion you’ve had into this industry and business you have built. I am beyond words after watching this video. Not based on your numbers, and quite honestly not even based on your tips and tricks, simply based on the fact why you do what it is that you do. This was by far the most motivating and inspiring video I have seen within the industry. I will definitely be following you and your adventures this year much closer in great detail. Thank you Eric.
I love how open you are about your success as a photographer and how you made this happen. Thank you so much, now subscribed:)
You won me over with that Office reference shatatatatataata lolol
In 2017 I shot 40 weddings and made a total of.......$75K. I'm really glad you found a niche and are making a living doing photography. I've been doing photography since 2000 and its been one hell of a ride. I'm in the midst of a career change due to the market and over saturation of the industry. My prices have actually gone down consistently since 2010 to be able to compete; while my cost of living has almost doubled. Done with this career. I'm glad that people are doing good in the industry, but EVERY photographer I know is suffering in the So-Cal market. Not hating, just living in a different market than Chicago must be. Glad you're doing good and gald those who read this comment are doing good. I'm done doing photography as my primary income source.
I’m thrilled that you emphasized the emotional aspect of your impact on people’s lives. Not many other wedding ‘togs talk about that. The only wedding I solo-shot impacted me the same way. I formed a long-lasting friendship with “my couple” and am shooting their new baby this week. Thanks!
11:04 , i litarally STOPPED the video, smashed the like button , suscribed and enter this guy channel. you've earned a new faithful subscriber! keep on inspiring bro , thanks
07:48: FALSE, the best compliments you got this past year were from all your Instagram followers saying to grow your beard. 🎅
20 comments and DMs from you is not "all my Instagram followers"
Wow wow wow. One of the best videos I’ve seen on this topic. Raw, honest, and spot on. It’s so important to be passionate about shooting weddings.
That slide show really shows the reasons why photography is so special and like u said intangeable. It was so emothional and made me tear up
A to Zed killer info here. I've been shooting for over 20 years and weddings for 10. I do it because I love it. My couples genuinely know I want to be there. When strangers from the wedding come up to you and say "you can tell you love what you do". It just feels good. There are so many tired photographers in the wedding industry to carve out a great business, and have a blast doing it! Love the channel man!!
TRUTH. Thanks so much, brother.
This was super helpful Eric!! And thank you for monetizing your account here rather than putting everything on Patreon. I only wish I could afford Patreon, but I just can't at the moment - I'm more than happy to sit through commercials for you to still make a little extra money off of these videos anyday for the opportunity to learn something from them for myself. THANK YOU!!
You change my view on wedding photography thank you brother
I was moved when you made that connection at that personal level and to how this is about peoples lives. It kind of made me reconnect for a moment with something I feel I've nearly forgotten in the midst of it all. Appreciate you man. I see why your clients say those things. Earned my sub!
Eric. This video is incredible and speaks volumes about who you are and about the work you produce. I've rewatched 11:28 - 12:38 Three (3) full times now - going on 4 - Subbed and tapped the bell before you could even ask. Definitely looking forward to what 2019 has in store for you. Don't stop creating.
Thanks for this video. It really helped my daughter with her cost of living project in her current High School Econ class. What a blessing finding this video was for her! Best of luck to you! Thank you for sharing your experience to encourage others to go forward! "If you love what you do for a living you will never work a day in your life" you show that in your passion for wedding photography!
Hey! That video ending gave me chills! All throughout my college years I heard that "weddings are horrible - no one wants to work in the industry" And this was such a refreshing viewpoint! Congrats Eric on cultivating such a successful and meaningful career! Cheers from Canada :)
A much needed jolt of inspiration in the midst of a...at times... monotonous industry where you are still challenged to care more about money than your clients. I listened between the lines and I got what I needed to hear. Thanks man!
LOVED this video!!! You actually had me in tears towards the end when you spoke about photography being a way to serve people, rather than squeezing the very last penny out of them. Photography is soooo much more than just an income and unfortunately photographers that chase cash, take away the respect of photography as a profession. You explained that sooo beautifully! This video was very helpful and inspiring. Thank you!
Nice one, wedding photography is about relationship that is the goal in our business, thanks for the remind me to keep going
Bro hell yes. This is it!! I’m almost done with college and I’ve been doing weddings (along with several other side hustles with videography and photography) for 2 years and when my parents ask me what i plan on doing after college I tell them I’ll do weddings full time and they think I’m crazy. This is a totally doable market to be in and to strive in! Congrats!
Love this Eric, 100% agree about the money not mattering, I have taken jobs that were supposed to be the most profitable, but ended up giving so much time, extra products, and hand-delivering things just because of the connection I felt to my clients, it made no difference to me I wasn't making the money I thought I would be. Service speaks volumes.
Not only is this a great wedding photography video it is HANDS DOWN one of the best photography videos period!! It goes past the hardware or photography and what it means to be a photographer and I love this so much! I will 100% SUB AND 100% be contacting you Eric about work because I too live in the Chicago land area!
SUBBED!!! I'm just Starting out photography, and I love it. But didn't use to think wedding photography was for me until I got invited to a good friends wedding in the summer, which got me thinking; I should take my camera and talk to the wedding photographer that's going to be there. In the mean time, I did a search just to see what wedding photography really has to offer, and found this. Your video is really inspiring, especially the bit toward the end about people and stories. I work with families so I'm all about that! much love bro 🙏🏽
Man, I really enjoy your authenticity in these videos. I just started in photography and find it hard to find photographers who are real about the business. Thank you for what you do!
We just started watching your videos & are SO on board with your community over competition!! Glad we found you. Keep up the hard work!!
Holding back tears at the end bro. Great stuff. Thank you.
Authentic, emotional, informative, down to earth and sincere. You have the right recipe to capture the important and beautiful moments in anyone's special day/event. Thank you for Sharing Eric. I'm just starting out but I have been getting so much from your channel. I hope this year is massive for you.
I never really had my own camera but whenever I did get my hands on one at an event or whatnot, I somehow gravitated towards shooting candid photos of people. I always got told I'm just making fun of people but what I really wanted was to capture what it's like looking at those people and being in that moment with them. I kind of understood that then but never really got to put it into words until watching this video. I'm still working on getting my first camera so I can get closer to realizing my truth which is to capture life and preserve moments dearest to people's hearts. What I'm really saying is I love your video and I love your passion! Thanks for being such an inspiration and I'd love to see you reach greater heights, Eric!
Eric. I am a wedding videographer and I have been doing it for 2 years now. This is probably the most useful/informative video I have ever seen. Thank you for this!
Dude, I really wanna say thanks for sharing this. I left a high paying job last year to pursue my dream of being a full time photographer. My photography mentor/friend moved to Germany before I left the job. I became lazy and did very little self promotion and lost sight of the reason I wanted to follow my dreams in the first places BUT this video was something I needed to see to remind me that making those numbers ARE POSSIBLE AS A PHOTOGRAPHER. It’s amazing what memories a photo can hold and you showed and reminded me of that with the outro of images.
Been looking at transitioning from studio to wedding photography and feeling pretty nervous about the whole thing. This video has been really insightful. Really appreciated from 09:39 to 11:27. Thank you man. Perspective.
Authentic. Well-spirited. Emphatic, compassionate = you make for a truly excellent wedding photographer
BRRROOOO I seriously appreciate this video. It’s sooooo good. I’m currently in your “2016” and am about 1 year out from quitting my day job. Everything you said in this video is beyond true and I love that you really honed in on how you really have to care about your couples and care about their wedding. It’s really the only way to do this work. You have amazing work. You’re deff on my list of inspirations now. Keep up the great work. 👍👍👍
YES! You're right there, man. Thanks so much for watching.
how many people are taking a screenshot of 5:29 right now??? haha
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@@marcelmarcel1117 same^^
Imma take the last digit off though 😅
Yo, I'm literally the guy you mentioned in the beginning of the video. Full time job trying to go full time as an entrepreneur. I'm out of Chicago too. On the south side. Nice video 💪🏾. Keep it up. Thanks #CHEP
I watched this video for the money....now I feel guilty with tears in my eyes.
Community before competition. That is truly the best route. I'm nowhere near this level of business but I really value so many of the bits of knowledge spread throughout! Definitely a video to look back on often when I feel stuck in my passion. Thank you so much!
Excellent video! Glad I took the time to watch it.
What a video! The song, the pictures you selected towards the end of the video, and your choice of words, everything was so perfect it almost brought tears to my eyes!
Bro you're extremely good at what you do.
I cried watching this. I don’t even know who you are. But it resonated so much with me. I’m a senior in college and i shot my first 9 weddings last year. I agree 100% on everything you said about how to create your own unique style by being inspired by other people and how fulfilling the industry is. I needed this. Thank you Eric.
You know what? When I clicked on this video, I figured it'd be another list of tips. I didn't expect to be moved by your words. I found you genuine and it really touched me when you spoke about the importance of photographs. It was a good reminder for me why I take weddings, over time I had come to forget it. So thank you.
Awesome, awesome stuff dude - I can see how your personality sells your business. Without saying it you are offering a package way more than just some pictures - a whole experience to cement their wedding as the most special day of their lives!!
From the 10:00 mark onward was honestly my favorite part of this video and that alone earned a sub from me. I'm about to dive into the rest of your channel and can't wait to see what else you have in store in the future!
I think what you're doing is Great!. Your photos show the emotions and that is what is important. Congratulations and I wish you even more success.
Nice and clear speech. My favorite part, the last one with the wise and emotional words. Congratulations! Everyone who connects harmonically with his purpose deserves success in life. You own a new follower.
Refreshing to find a photographer/ creative in it to what seems like the joy of the art, where money is secondary, and is transparent with their business, and does not have the con artist/ “get rich quick by signing up for my course “ vibes. Thank you for the knowledge and it is true- this is life. Capturing precious memories and being a service to people that need it is much more valuable than a paycheck, because it will eventually attract the money!
Oh my gosh, where has your channel been hiding all this time?! This was an awesome video and I'm pumped about the rest of the content you have on here as well! Subscribed! I'd love to hear more about your experiencing with wedding videography, because I'm thinking about trying to get into that realm with my freelance videographer work.
This video alone is so motivational and heartwarming. Subbed.
This video really resonates with me. Being also from Chicago and seeing the human connection inside portraits more than caring about the money just speaks to me and my ideas. Thank you for this. I clicked on the video for one reason and received so much more from it. Hopefully one day our paths will cross in this crazy business. Thanks again Eric!
Awesome video Eric! Loved the power and the stories behind some of your photographs!
I quit my job at Hewlett Packard back in 2013 and went full time as a wedding photographer Haven't had a 9-5 job ever since. I expanded to doing photo booths and now dabbling into wedding videography
Eric you are going to be amazing. The world will know your name. Continue creating and continue loving. see you at 1 mil
I got teared up towards the end.. Photography is so,so incredible and impactful. The thought of being able to capture a moment and turn it into a memory that will last forever - is incredible.
This inspired me so much to work harder at turning my passion for photography into a business, which I would gladly pursue full-time.
Thank you Eric.
Holy Shit Bro. Im From Germany and want to start my Photograph/Filmmaking Business out here. This video changed my view on this stuff. Thank you very much.
same here.. 2021
You’re one of the most genuine and real people on this platform. Keep up the good work brother.
the last words you said, that was it, that actually will sum up everything...absolutely perfect
Not a photographer or even married. Only watched this because it was in my suggestions.
I can appreciate how you’ve structured your business and created something that you love. The passion is very easy to see.
I’d love to interview you for the next season of my show about entrepreneurship.
That photo montage with the music and the stories you led up to with it gives all the feels. So good Floberg. Thank you for your creativity, inspiration, and transparency. ✌️
Thank you Man for this video I deeply appreciate it , I remember just being very doubtful of myself not being capable or not good enough to pursue in the photography or culinary business, which are two of the things I love the most ..however this video had gave me that extra “push“ to just simply go for it and make it happen .This video was very well done and beautiful.. it really made the photography industry into a deeper meaning , more than others may even realize 🤞🏼💯💯 you have a new subscriber lol !
Yes! This is such solid advice for anyone who shoots or is thinking of beginning to shoot weddings. As always love your work Eric! Keep leaning into what makes you different 😄
You're the best, Sam.
Dude! This was so dope. Thanks for taking the time to put all this together and share with everyone!
Thanks for the inspiration and reassurance! I'm just starting out as a wedding videographer and it is soo good to hear someone else out there talk about how this work is so much more than the money. Happy to see there are more of us out there. Keep it up dude!
The ONLY problem with weddings is that couples can only get married on one particular day! It sounds simple but if you get a wedding photography enquiry but you are already booked then that’s that...see you later £2000. No chance of ‘oh can we do Sunday instead’ because the couple 90% of the time have already booked their venue. If you live in an all seasons geographical location then you also have to put up with the low winter season. To maximise your profit the best thing to do is move to a location where its dry and warm for 9x months of the year so you have more of an active all year round wedding allocation season. Love your videos Eric :)
Or you hire on an associate photographer and filmmaker like I've done recently ;) Or you can market to destinations like that and shoot anywhere at any time. Thanks for watching!
Eric Floberg that would be a great idea but I live in England and it rains 9 months of the year ;) good idea about the associate photographer Eric, keep up the quality work with the vids
Incredible video reminded me why I do what I do. I love shooting weddings, and I don't care if other photographers look down on it and think it's not "art" or whatever - I disagree with those people because I get to make art out of the most important day in my clients' lives. Spot on, Eric! Thanks for inspiring this UK photographer to keep going.
You care enough to make a comment claiming you don't care... Think about that ;)
@@shaolin95 Nope. Don't care.
Beautiful video! Amazing wedding shots! Im simply blown away! 💜 You have poured your heart in this, thank you for being an inspiration
Dude, great work putting the video together. You are an inspiration for me now. The simplicity in you and your interactions with your clients is the highlight. Great fan!! ❤️
This was the most absolute amazing video on photography. It was so deeply touching. I'm starting my photography business and your message has helped me to go in with the most beautiful perspective. You seem like a very genuine person. Thank you and many wonderful blessings to you. ✨💜
I’m the only person I know that aspires to be a wedding photographer lol.. I love your insight. Can you please make a video on developing a style or coming up with concepts ? I’ve only been shooting for a little over a year. I found photography during the middle of the roughest point in my life and I love it for giving me a passion and giving me something positive in my life ! But.. A huge problem is I feel locked into rules that I learned in the beginning and it’s limited me so much and I’m not having fun going on shoots any more because I feel super locked in and I don’t shoot with intent anymore I’m just going through motions. I care so much about photography and succeeding with it that I’m stuck not progressing anymore. I also worry so much about the people I’m photographing and hoping they are happy it’s actually worked against me because I’m stuck in the boring go through motions mentality that I can’t seem to break out of. Idk what ever your videos are great and I Love love your photos !
You made me bawl my eyes out. Thank you for driving home how important this work is.
I don't know if you will ever find or read this comment, but damn man, this video bought me. For the past couple of weeks, I was in doubt whether to buy a really good PC or a camera. I love programming and some other things i would need good pc for, but i really enjoy taking good pics using my smartphone, and it is specially satisfying when my friends are thankful for taking good pics of them for their social media, or when i take pictures of random details that not everyone sees, it is just satisfying. But after watching this video, I'm 100% sure I am going to buy camera, and hopefully start my career in photography... Wish me luck!
Dude, you really haven't stopped teaching. This is beautiful, thank you.
I don't even wanna be a photographer, but the thumbnail was cool, and I subbed bc your content is really interesting and entertaining. Btw I liked the earthy tones in this vid
I have always loved photography since I was in high school. I am 43 now and you have inspired me to follow my passion! Thank you, thank you.....so much!
Love you Eric and your humble words. I like to think of myself of a 'servant with a camera' when I'm shooting a wedding. I've done all sorts from putting on jewellery for a bride as all her friends have fake nails, to taking the brides bouquet to the wedding, delivering the rings to the guys, and once I even took the bride to her wedding in my People Mover. It was pretty funny but much appreciated. I also feel it's not about the money but being involved in capturing history. Thankyou for your videos!
Wow! Wow! Wow! The end of this video literally made me cry (i am a guy btw). Seems we both got kinda the same mindset. I "price" my weddings in a really unusual way. Until this very day i shoot every wedding without expecting any loan to get afterwards. I always told my couples to give what is within their budget and what are they willing to pay me as a counterweight. And i never got to little and i am as well not starving. Hope you understand everything. Big hugs from a german subscriber!
I honestly didn’t know photographers made that much. I was to do this as a hobby then business later on because I love the idea of capturing moments that means so much for the person. You literally opened my eyes that much more to get into photography and hope I can talk to you personally and pick your brains.
Bro. You've just inspired me to keep pushing even harder than before. Staying focused on the vision and going all in. Thanks!