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Should I Upgrade the Album with a Box?
You’ve just wrapped up a stunning photo session, edited the images to perfection, and designed a beautiful album that your clients will treasure forever. But now you’re wondering, “Should I upgrade the album with a box?” It’s a question worth considering, and the answer might just take your...
How to Write an About Me Page for Photographers: Keep It Real, Keep It You
Crafting an "About Me" page as a photographer isn’t just about listing your credentials or showcasing your technical skills. It’s about letting potential clients get to know the real you—the person behind the camera. A compelling "About Me" page is authentic, relatable, and a true reflection of...
Wooden Banana Party Berlin
A night in Berlin where 500 photographers gathered under the vibrant, tropical theme of "Tropicana" for the Way Up North closing party? Yup. That's the legendary Wooden Banana Party.
Wooden Banana Party Prague
In the heart of Prague, 500 photographers gathered for the Way Up North closing party, where the "Neon" theme turned the night into a vibrant spectacle. The venue was alive with electric colors, as neon lights created a dazzling display of futuristic energy.
Wooden Banana Party Florence
Imagine a night in Florence where the Tuscan air buzzed with anticipation and a historic palace became the epicenter of celebration. Well. it wasn't exactly a Tuscan palace, rather a club in be trendy basement, but still, Way Up North / Wooden Banana's closing party.
8 Steps to Starting a Boudoir Photography Business.
Starting a boudoir photography business can be an exciting and rewarding journey, offering clients empowering and intimate experiences while allowing you to explore a creative and artistic niche. However, launching a successful boudoir business requires careful planning.
10 Ways to Create Passive Income as a Photographer
Creating passive income streams is an effective way for photographers to increase financial stability and flexibility. These strategies allow you to earn money while focusing on your passion for capturing beautiful images. Here are ten practical methods to help you generate passive income in your ph
How to Maximise Profits with Mini Family Photo Sessions
Mini family photo sessions are a fantastic way to increase your photography business’s profitability while offering clients a budget-friendly and time-efficient option. These sessions are shorter, more focused, and often held on specific dates, making them a win-win for both photographers and client
New Linen Album Cover Colours
Introducing New Linen Album Cover ColoursWe are pleased to announce the addition of new colours to our linen album cover collection, known as Cali Linen Natural. The updated palette includes...
A Day in the Life: Manual Mode vs. Aperture Priority at a Wedding
Ever wondered what it would be like if Manual Mode and Aperture Priority were actual photographers? Imagine them as two quirky, distinct personalities working together to capture a beautiful wedding day. Here’s a glimpse into their world, where precision meets creativity.
Best wedding photography conferences in Europe.
Let me tell you a story. A mini-tale.I’ve started photographing in 2011. A year later I went to Nordica Photography and Fer Juaristi's workshop in Stockholm, where I met Cole Roberts. Thanks to the Nordica FB group
My Photo Box - Bangladesh with Mark Pacura
If you're following our social media accounts might have noticed our latest product - my photo box. It's our new baby ( or a new version of existing one ) that encourages everyone, from professional to amateur photographers, to print their own work.
Styled shoot with Howards Events
It's always exciting to see what our clients and friends can do with our boxes, and we always say, that it's not just about the box, it's what's inside it that really matters. That's the reason why we decided to give away free boxes.
Wooden Banana Top 3 - ideas how to use Wine Boxes
Hello Wooden Banana lovers! It's your boy Magic with the newest series of videos, this time presenting 3 ideas of how to use our Wine Boxes. Check out our new video, cause again - the photos... they don't do the justice here and let us know which products are your favourite ones!
Wooden Banana Top 3 - boxes of the week
Hello Wooden Banana lovers! It's your boy Magic with the newest series of videos showcasing our top 3 wooden boxes for photographers for this week. Check out the video, cause the photos... they don't do the justice here and let us know which products are your favourite ones!
Showing your clients you're bananas about them with Lena Sabala
The last few months have been difficult for everyone, and listening to our community of clients and friends who work in weddings, it's clear that it's one of the most affected industries during the COVID outbreak. Being a wedding vendor these days is pretty much limited to...
Spring packaging inspiration - Ewelina Zieba
Spring has been here for a while ( in fact it feels like we went straight into summer here in Scotland ), so we're slightly overdue with spring inspired images of our boxes from our favourite photographer Ewelina Zieba. Let's be honest, it was worth the wait though. Once again we're been blown away
Emma Shaw Photography packaging
Being in lockdown for nearly 3 months is not good for any kind of inspiration, even if organising home photography studio in our dining room ( best natural light ) was actually really awarding. Thankfully, we have our clients to keep us as excited about what we do as ever, and throw tons of amazing
10 points strategy how to sell more photography products.
As photographers, we understand the thrill of capturing perfect moments. But translating those moments into tangible products can significantly boost your business's bottom line. Here's our little guide how to sell more photography products, making your business more profitable and satisfying for...
Guide to Pricing Wedding Photography Services.
Alright, let's talk about the magic of weddings and, more importantly, how to price your wedding photography services to ensure you're not just surviving but thriving. Pricing can be a bit of a tricky dance, but with the right moves, you can waltz your way to a profitable and sustainable business.
11 work life balance hacks for every photographer
Do you sometimes feel like you’re at the centre of a circus with one foot on the tightrope of work and the other on the high-wire of life? Don't worry, it's not just you.I get it. I have once shot 47 weddings in one year, lots of them abroad.
Checklist for new wedding photographer
Starting a wedding photography business can be both exciting and overwhelming. With so much competition in the industry, it can be challenging to stand out and get your name out there.
7 tips how to create perfect album sample.
Choose the right format: The format of your photo album sample will depend on what works best for the type of photography you're showcasing, as well as what will appeal to your clients. Consider the size, orientation, and page count of the album.
3 simple ways to make your photography packaging extra personal.
If you've been following us, you've probably seen the message we're trying to get across - the box is just a start. We're a packaging company, but what we sell is not just a couple of pieces of wood glued together. What we do is give you a tool, a small platform, which you can (and should) use.
Let's talk about money - ( part one, our money )
If you’re reading this, there’s a great possibility that you’re a photographer ( or a videographer ). That means you work 20, 30 or maybe 40 days every year and make lots of money, right? Of course, not.
SEO tips for photographers - insta takeover with Tom Robak
Do you follow us on Instagram? It's a place where we share most of our content, drop news, showcase our clients work or even give away cameras ( you can win a Sony Alpha a7iii here ), but now we're giving you another reason to be there. We're in love with Insta Stories, it's a feature we use a lot.
5 ways to make photography packaging work for you.
In these competitive times, photographers like you need a real USP. Wooden Banana’s authentic print and USB boxes offer a great starting point, but how do you get the most out of them? Here are five ways our boxes can work for your business.1. Order a sample and take it to client meetings.
Wooden Banana Party Berlin
A night in Berlin where 500 photographers gathered under the vibrant, tropical theme of "Tropicana" for the Way Up North closing party? Yup. That's the legendary Wooden Banana Party.
Wooden Banana Party Prague
In the heart of Prague, 500 photographers gathered for the Way Up North closing party, where the "Neon" theme turned the night into a vibrant spectacle. The venue was alive with electric colors, as neon lights created a dazzling display of futuristic energy.
Wooden Banana Party Florence
Imagine a night in Florence where the Tuscan air buzzed with anticipation and a historic palace became the epicenter of celebration. Well. it wasn't exactly a Tuscan palace, rather a club in be trendy basement, but still, Way Up North / Wooden Banana's closing party.
New Linen Album Cover Colours
Introducing New Linen Album Cover ColoursWe are pleased to announce the addition of new colours to our linen album cover collection, known as Cali Linen Natural. The updated palette includes...
Wooden Banana Top 3 - boxes of the week
Hello again Wooden Bananers! It’s Magic with here this week's top 3 wooden boxes for photographers. Make sure you watch the video, cause that's the only way to see all the magic!
A new era - our album manifesto
If you received our last newsletter or follow us on social media, you’re probably aware of our 2-1 offer. On a surface, it looks exactly the same as the kind of deal you find in a supermarket, when a company is trying to introduce some new products. You buy one. You get one free.
Joining forces with Pic-Time
We’re extremely happy to announce that Wooden Banana have joined the growing family of labs and products available through Pic-Time store. If you’re not familiar with Pic-Time, it’s an online workspace, that offers everything from fresh and thoughtful online galleries to fully automated build in sto
New Products - February
Few weeks in and we already know that 2020 will be an exciting year. We have started with a bang and released our own podcast, Peeling Bananas. We're confirmed another Wooden Banana party at Way Up North in Copenhagen
New Crystal USB
Isn't it a proud moment to see your family grow? This is how we feel about adding this little beauty to our memory stick range. It comes in two sizes - 8 and 16GB, can be engraved on both the and glass, and will add a sense of elegance to your branding. You can have it with most of our boxes, if the
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