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Balancing Motherhood and a Career as a Colorado Wedding Photographer

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Balancing Motherhood and a Career as a Colorado Wedding Photographer

Balancing Motherhood and a Career as a Wedding Photographer

Being a mom of young kids is a rewarding and demanding role on its own. When you add a career as a wedding photographer in Colorado into the mix, finding a balance can be challenging. However, with careful planning, time management, and self-care, it is possible to thrive both as a mom and a wedding photographer. I’m often asked how I do it all (which, lets be honest - do dads ever get that question? But, that’s a topic for another time).

Etsy Guide | Unleash the Power of Pinterest: A Guide to Marketing Your Listings

Etsy Guide | Unleash the Power of Pinterest: A Guide to Marketing Your Listings

An Etsy Shop Owners Guide to Pinterest Marketing

In the vast and ever-expanding online marketplace, Etsy has emerged as a haven for creative entrepreneurs to showcase and sell their unique handmade, vintage, and craft supplies. As an Etsy shop owner, one of the greatest challenges is getting your products in front of potential buyers. Enter Pinterest, the visual discovery platform that offers a wealth of marketing opportunities. Join us as we explore how Etsy shop owners can harness the power of Pinterest to effectively market their new and existing listings, driving traffic and boosting sales.

How to Start a Wedding Photography Business | A Beginners Guide by Colorado Wedding Photographer and Videographer Molly Margaret

How to Start a Wedding Photography Business | A Beginners Guide by Colorado Wedding Photographer and Videographer Molly Margaret

Capturing Love and Memories: Starting a Wedding Photography Business in Colorado

Have you always had a passion for photography and a love for capturing special moments? Starting a wedding photography business in Colorado can be a rewarding and exciting venture.

Lots of creatives might want to say it’s so saturated - and yeah they’re right, there are a ton of photographers who call Colorado home. However did you know over FOURTY THOUSAND couples were married in Colorado last year? And that’s on 17th on the list of 50 states for number of weddings, there is plenty of business to go around.

With its stunning natural landscapes, vibrant wedding industry, and diverse clientele, Colorado provides the perfect canvas for photographers to express their creativity and build a thriving business. Here are some steps to help you get started…

Etsy Resources | How to Print Your Etsy Art Printables

Etsy Resources | How to Print Your Etsy Art Printables

Printing Options For Your Digital Print Purchase

A common question I receive is, how do I print my purchase? You can always order prints through me here, my fine art prints are professional giclee prints with a variety of paper options. However if you prefer to print yourself (sometimes it’s a most cost effective or quicker option!) here are some good options especially if you’re doing the 16x20 size.

How to Make Home Decor | Easy DIY Art Project | Etsy Education

How to Make Home Decor | Easy DIY Art Project | Etsy Education

How to Make Basic Home Decor for Yourself or Your Etsy Shop | Etsy Education Molly Margaret Studio

Ready to start designing your own home decor or need some help making Etsy prints to sell? Make your own home decor like you find on Etsy using free resources.

Resources used

Free Font Options: Dafont.com

Paid Font Options with Commercial Licensing: Creativemarket.com

Adobe Photoshop Apple Pages

How to Make a Dual Image Mockup | Etsy Help

How to Make a Dual Image Mockup | Etsy Help

How to create a two frame mockup for your Etsy artwork | Molly Margaret Photography Education

As you may have seen, I regularly post my Etsy artwork and to share it I use what are called Mockups - you can purchase these but they’re also fairly easy to make on your own. Here is a tutorial video and some written instruction on how to make a two frame dual image mockup for your Etsy shop. Let me know if you have any questions in the comments!

Five Things to Consider Before Changing Careers | By Colorado Wedding Photographer Molly Margaret Photography

Five Things to Consider Before Changing Careers | By Colorado Wedding Photographer Molly Margaret Photography

When I made the decision to leave my corporate job in insurance claims to pursue wedding photography, I’ll admit I was excited and terrified at the same time. I had spent 7 years with my previous employer and felt almost as though I was just abandoning my life plan.