How I became a photographer (My 5 Year Journey)

In this video, I share my 5-year journey to becoming a professional photographer, starting from the hobby stage to building a thriving photography business. I’ll walk you through how I developed my portrait portfolio, found my niche, and transitioned from a clueless freelancer to a part-time photographer. You'll also learn how I set my initial photography prices, increased them over time, and eventually started attracting clients with bigger budgets. Plus, I discuss what it really takes to succeed as a pro photographer and how I built a team to grow my business.
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[@katjafeldmeier]

Where are you in your journey?

[@ArchiesLens]

this video was so great! currently, I'm a part-time freelance photographer and hope to be a full-time photographer! ✨

[@katjafeldmeier]

aww thank you so much! So you are well on your way, yay! I wanna make lots of content to help people take all the right steps and get those photo gigs 💪

[@ArchiesLens]

@@katjafeldmeier 💖💖

[@DH-kx7ej]

Als Ü 60 Portrait-Fotograf, der sich so langsam von der professionellen Fotografie verabschiedet, bin ich voller Respekt für deinen Weg und deinen Ergebnissen (war gerade auf deiner Website). Fotografie ist ein großartiges Werkzeug, sich zu entwickeln. Sie hat mir sehr gedient und ich hoffe, dass es Dir ähnlich gehen wird. Gute Reise Katja.

[@katjafeldmeier]

@@DH-kx7ej Danke dir sehr für die ermutigenden Worte!

[@dumspyrospero]

Really fascinating journey, loved hearing about your story. I am sure the best are yet to come

[@katjafeldmeier]

aww, thank for saying that. I hope so too 😊😊😊

[@Arbus110]

Thank you very much for sharing your experience, appreciate your transparency!

[@katjafeldmeier]

I'm happy to share on here 😊thank you for watching

[@Wisdomstory52]

Thank you so much❤❤

[@Reticent_Dude]

marketing and being good at sales is something i need to work on. i love taking good photos at events tha i am invited to, but looking for new clients is hard, especially with people that dont know me.

[@katjafeldmeier]

Totally understandable. I think it’s something we can all constantly get better at. I made a video previously specifically on that topic if you are ever in the mood to check that out ☺️ How to Get Clients for Photography kzbin.info/www/bejne/bKq5Y3elpbt1hrM

[@philipsutton8921]

Very interesting - thank you madame. Like you said, I think we tend to underprice ourselves, this is me. However, I'm a full-time high school teacher in Australia and we get paid well. I haven't been so worried about earning money from my photography, but it has been great, because I've been able to buy lots of new gear and lenses with the money earned from my photography. Gear in Australia is very expensive. The Nikon Z6iii (recent new release), is 4,500 AUD just for the body, that is why I'm sticking to my older, but still wonderful Nikon Z6ii's. Good luck going ahead for you.

[@katjafeldmeier]

yes, you are absolutely right, gear is sooo expensive. amazing that you are able to cross finance it with your photo gigs on top of your regular income.

[@zizuphotography]

Hobby for now, hopefully can push to stage 2!

[@katjafeldmeier]

yay, I'm sure you can do it. stick to it and it will get easier!

[@zizuphotography]

@@katjafeldmeier that’s just it! Staying consistent is key which will increase confidence and get easier. Thank you for the support. Your video gave me the dose of inspiration needed!

[@lillymemakeup4908]

Hi, what is in your membership?

[@katjafeldmeier]

Hi Lily, you get first replies to comments and questions you might have and early access to new videos :) You also get a little badge for visibility on this channel . Hope that helps.

[@lillymemakeup4908]

@@katjafeldmeier I see. Thank You :)

[@Thankyoukye]

Hi Katja! I love your videos soo much, thank you for being so transparent. I would love to see a video about linked in photography opportunities.m

[@katjafeldmeier]

Thank you so much for your kind support! It makes me so happy when people feel like it's actually useful haha 😊. I'll definitely put the LinkedIn video on my list.