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Why Adding an Album to Your Basic Photography Package Might Be a Genius Business Strategy
Elevate your photography business with albums! Provide clients a tangible keepsake, justify premium pricing, and stand out in a digital world.
7 Ways to Stop Client Ghosting and Boost Your Photography Bookings
Stop client ghosting with 7 proven tips for photographers. Learn how to secure bookings and grow your business with these practical, upbeat strategies.
7 Expert Tips for Photographers Making the Leap from Part-Time to Full-Time
Ready to transition from part-time enthusiast to a full-time photographer? Discover 7 expert tips on budgeting, client management, and marketing strategies that will help you confidently make the leap and grow a successful photography career.
Why Handwritten Notes Make Photo Album Deliveries Extra Special
Discover how adding a handwritten note to your photo album deliveries can strengthen client relationships, create a memorable unboxing experience, and make your brand truly stand out in today’s digital world.
Behind with Editing? Here’s How to Keep Your Clients Happy
Learn how to keep your photography clients happy with clear communication, sneak peeks, and thoughtful bonuses like album discounts, even when you’re delayed and running behind on editing..
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.
How to Explain RAW Files to Clients: 10 Creative Comparisons
As a photographer, you’ve likely encountered a client who insists on receiving the RAW files from their session. While it’s understandable that clients may want access to all the photos, providing RAW files can open up a host of issues, from compromising your artistic control to...
What to Do When a Client Is Unhappy with Their Photos
As a photographer, there’s nothing more satisfying than delivering a set of photos that your client absolutely loves. But what happens when the opposite occurs—when a client is unhappy with their photos? It’s a situation no one wants to face, but it’s something that every photographer will likely...
How to Encourage Word-of-Mouth Referrals as a Family Photographer.
Word-of-mouth referrals are one of the most powerful marketing tools for any family photographer. When your clients are thrilled with their experience and the beautiful photos you deliver, they naturally want to share that joy with others. But how can you encourage this kind of organic promotion?
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
How to Use Drones to Grow Your Wedding Photography Business
Drones have revolutionised the photography industry, offering unique perspectives that can significantly enhance wedding photography. Incorporating drone photography into your wedding services can elevate your business, boost your profits, and greatly improve customer satisfaction. Here’s how you ca
How to get published on wedding blogs - Tips for Wedding Photographers
Getting your work published on wedding blogs can significantly boost your visibility and credibility as a wedding photographer. Being featured on popular wedding blogs not only showcases your talent to a wider audience but also helps attract potential clients who are planning their big day.
How to Create a Client Questionnaire for Boudoir Sessions
Creating a client questionnaire for your boudoir sessions is an essential step in ensuring that you and your client are on the same page. This helps you understand their preferences, comfort levels, and expectations, allowing you to provide a personalised and comfortable experience.
6 Steps to Strong Client Relationships in Photography
Building and maintaining strong client relationships is crucial for the success of any photography business. Happy clients are more likely to return for future services, refer you to others, and leave positive reviews. Here’s a comprehensive guide on how to establish and nurture lasting relationship
How to Grow Photography Business with Gift Certificates
Your gift certificates should be visually appealing and reflect the quality of your brand. Use professional design software or hire a graphic designer to create certificates that are both beautiful and easy to understand.
10 Photography Books Every Boudoir Photographer Should Read
Boudoir photography is a unique and intimate genre that requires a blend of technical skill, artistic vision, and the ability to make clients feel comfortable and confident. To help you master this delicate art form, here are ten essential books that every boudoir photographer should read. These boo
A Pinterest Guide for Photographers
Pinterest is a fantastic platform for photographers to showcase their work, attract potential clients, and drive traffic to their blogs. With its visually-driven interface and large user base, Pinterest can be a goldmine for growing your photography business. Here’s how to make the most of it.
5 Time Management Tips for Photographers
Managing your time efficiently is crucial for running a successful photography business. Between shooting, editing, marketing, and client meetings, it can be challenging to stay organised. Here are five in-depth tips to help you streamline your workflow and boost your productivity.
Best CRM tools for photographers.
Running a successful photography business involves more than just capturing stunning images; it requires excellent client management. CRM tools help you stay organised, streamline your workflow, and enhance your client experience. Let’s dive deeper into the world of best CRM tools for photographers.
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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