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Sharing is caring! here are a few things that help me do what I do. gear, cool  assets, locations, conferences 

gear i love

Shutter Hugger, how to get kids and dogs to look at the camera, kids toy for camera

SHUTTER HUGGER

For Family/Baby photography

This little guy sits right on your camera lens like a scrunchie. Keeps the attention of kiddos and pups alike! 

From:

$20

Double strap camera harness, saves photographers backs and core and neck pain when photographig long events with one or more heavy cameras

CAMERA HARNESS

For Wedding/Event photography

A must have for anyone shooting with a heavy camera. Takes the pressure off your back, whether you use one or two bodies. A literal life saver.

From:

$141

functional, small, foldable tripod for video and photography that fits in a carry on suitcase for travel

TRIPOD

For Travel photography

A lightweight, multi-use, sturdy tripod that folds up small enough to fit in a backpack, but packs a powerful multi-use punch.

From:

$65

amazing learning opportunities

photoville, an event for artists and photographers all around the world, festival in Brooklyn, NY

PHOTOVILLE

Brooklyn, NY // Los Angeles, CA

A free festival showcasing photography from all over the world, Attend workshops, listen to speakers and network. 

From:

Free

StreetMeet, a group meet up for photographers and models all over the world, Washington DC meet up, community for photographers and editors

STREETMEET

DC, OK, CA, WA, NM and growing!

A free meetup for photographers and models of any and all levels. It's an incredible community and a great way to practice.

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Free

Abi Connick, a wonderful designer that provives tips and tricks for photographers and designers, inspirational

ABI CONNICK

Excellent graphic designer with free and paid courses.

I found Abi's page on YouTube a few years ago and love to see her process. She has free and paid resources like courses, templates, and more!

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Varies

Assets that work

Creative Market, a resource for designers and photographers and videographers with templates, fonts, graphics, royalty free, affordable

CREATIVE MARKET

What don't they have?! Super affordable fonts, templates, photos, graphics, and more! Reach out for my affiliate code.

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Varies

Noun Project, a resource for designers and photographers and videographers and social media managers with templates, fonts, graphics, royalty free, affordable

NOUN PROJECT

Every icon you've ever dreamed of for one flat monthly fee. All with customizable colors.

From:

$4/month

Coolors, a resource for designers and photographers and videographers and social media managers with templates, fonts, graphics, royalty free, affordable

COOLORS

Grab a Free or Pro account to generate color palettes with all codes for any of your projects. 

From:

Free

DREAMY photo  LOCATIONS

Brookside Gradens, outdoor shooting loctions and places to photograph in WAshington D.C Maryland and Virginia, great place for family portraits or engagement photos

BROOKSIDE GARDENS

Lovely garden with tons of spots to photograph. Does require a permit.

From:

$50

Lake Artemesia, outdoor shooting loctions and places to photograph in Washington D.C Maryland and Virginia, great place for family portraits or engagement photos

LAKE ARTEMESIA

Quiet lake, about a mile or so all the way around. Tons of spots to stop at along the way.

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Free

Butlers Orchard, picking farm, outdoor shooting loctions and places to photograph in Washington D.C Maryland and Virginia, great place for family portraits or engagement photos

BUTLER'S ORCHARD

Always a blast, varies by season. Apple orchard, pumpkin patch, Christmas tree farm, and more. May be a small pay-by-car fee.

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Varies

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