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Have you thought about taking your photography to the next level? Does that make you nervous and excited all at the same time?

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A crash course on how to start a business and begin charging for your photography services.

I know what it's like...

If you’re thinking about levelling-up, you probably have a 100 questions right now.

Where do I begin?

How much would I charge?

Are my photos good enough?

Am I even ready for this?

Ditch the negative talk RIGHT NOW and start building the business you know you can! Get step-by-step guidance from somebody who’s got a track record of helping other photographers turn their dreams into a lucrative business.

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How and where do I begin?
Create a portfolio & reach clients
Brand identity + Target market
Money mistakes and how to charge for your services
Building trust with your customers
Be a better photographer
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DERRYN

WARM. NOSTALGIC. SINCERE.

It’s pillow fights with the kids, followed by tickles and cuddles. The way their little faces snuggle tightly into the nape of your neck and how they look at you when you laugh. It’s your life – in all it’s natural beauty.

Where’re the lovers?

PLEASE do me a favor and tag your engaged friends. 🥰❤️😘🤗 I‘d love to get a few more wedding bookings secured for 2025 🙌🏼🙏🏼 thank you!!

Where’re the lovers?

PLEASE do me a favor and tag your engaged friends. 🥰❤️😘🤗 I‘d love to get a few more wedding bookings secured for 2025 🙌🏼🙏🏼 thank you!!

Sometimes we get the best shots once the shoot is over. @iamfranzel

Sometimes we get the best shots once the shoot is over. @iamfranzel

I can’t wait to put a post together from this wedding. Have you watched the movie Trolls? Do you know the character Poppy who basically sneezes glitter? This is Tarryn! She’s pure joy.

While I get busy putting together a complete post with their previews … enjoy these few favorites.

@ohhappydaydbn @nixonmakeup @mimosa_saltrock

I can’t wait to put a post together from this wedding. Have you watched the movie Trolls? Do you know the character Poppy who basically sneezes glitter? This is Tarryn! She’s pure joy.

While I get busy putting together a complete post with their previews … enjoy these few favorites.

@ohhappydaydbn @nixonmakeup @mimosa_saltrock

Under his Dad’s tree 🥰 #tnt

T and Thomo got married on Friday surrounded by close friends and family. Yesterday they held a big sparkly mermaid inspired affair at @mimosa_saltrock … photos coming soon.

Under his Dad’s tree 🥰 #tnt

T and Thomo got married on Friday surrounded by close friends and family. Yesterday they held a big sparkly mermaid inspired affair at @mimosa_saltrock … photos coming soon.

Taryn ADORES her pets, and wanted to celebrate the family she has with them. 🧡 a reminder that families come in all shapes and sizes.

Taryn ADORES her pets, and wanted to celebrate the family she has with them. 🧡 a reminder that families come in all shapes and sizes.

* LAST MINUTE PHOTOSHOOT DEAL

This is something new - for my Durban North friends who don’t come out to Ballito very often.

A last minute, micro shoot photo session opportunity.

I’ll be at Bridgevale Park in Durban North tomorrow morning (Saturday) from 6:30-7:30am.

How it works:
- send me a message on 082 563 2282 if you’d like your child’s portrait taken (Moms are invited to join in if they like)
- Show up at the assigned time and have a couple photos taken
- you’ll be sent watermarked copies of your photos a week later. Only choose the photos you want. R100 per digital image.

Limited space available. Can’t wait to hear from you and photograph some precious little people.

* LAST MINUTE PHOTOSHOOT DEAL

This is something new - for my Durban North friends who don’t come out to Ballito very often.

A last minute, micro shoot photo session opportunity.

I’ll be at Bridgevale Park in Durban North tomorrow morning (Saturday) from 6:30-7:30am.

How it works:
- send me a message on 082 563 2282 if you’d like your child’s portrait taken (Moms are invited to join in if they like)
- Show up at the assigned time and have a couple photos taken
- you’ll be sent watermarked copies of your photos a week later. Only choose the photos you want. R100 per digital image.

Limited space available. Can’t wait to hear from you and photograph some precious little people.

This is us.

I am a mom of 3, and I adore and cherish every image that I have with my family. With each passing year, and as my girls move into a new stage of childhood, those images become even more valuable to me.

The photos allow me to hold onto that special time in our family’s life. That’s why I believe so strongly in photography.

It’s the best gift we can give one another; a legacy to our kids.

Even though my approach to a family shoot is playful, I always hold this important thought in my mind.

My work is guided by reverence, empathy, and a deep understanding that the power of any image lies not only in its technical perfection, but in its ability to transport you to that moment.

I’m glad you’re here in my little corner of the internet. Thank you for being here 🧡 Enjoy my photography, visit my website, pop me a message and say hi, or book a shoot. I hope to meet you or hear from you soon!

This is us.

I am a mom of 3, and I adore and cherish every image that I have with my family. With each passing year, and as my girls move into a new stage of childhood, those images become even more valuable to me.

The photos allow me to hold onto that special time in our family’s life. That’s why I believe so strongly in photography.

It’s the best gift we can give one another; a legacy to our kids.

Even though my approach to a family shoot is playful, I always hold this important thought in my mind.

My work is guided by reverence, empathy, and a deep understanding that the power of any image lies not only in its technical perfection, but in its ability to transport you to that moment.

I’m glad you’re here in my little corner of the internet. Thank you for being here 🧡 Enjoy my photography, visit my website, pop me a message and say hi, or book a shoot. I hope to meet you or hear from you soon!

For pros and cons as well as google maps links to each location, head to the blog post on my website.

#ballito #ballitobeaches #saltrock #saltrockbeach #thompsonsbay #christmasbay #kznbeach #kznphotos

For pros and cons as well as google maps links to each location, head to the blog post on my website.

#ballito #ballitobeaches #saltrock #saltrockbeach #thompsonsbay #christmasbay #kznbeach #kznphotos

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