How to Start a Home-based Wedding Photography Business

Book excerpt: This comprehensive guide takes you through every aspect of setting up and running a thriving home-based wedding photography business, from separating yourself from your competition and creating your portfolio to knowing what types of equipment you need and setting up client proofing sites. Learn all about developing a price structure, hiring second shooters, creating a website, blogging and using other social media outlets, and developing a photo editing system. Whether you are just starting out or looking to expand your business, each chapter can help you build your own successful home-based wedding photography business. Look for useful charts and worksheets throughout the book, including: What to Pack in Your Camera Bag Package Pricing Options Sample Contracts and Invoices Pre-Wedding Day Checklist Wedding Day Shot Lists