To grow our photo and prop styling business we need to make some investments ~ some in time and some in money.  I  Invest money in my tools and products of the trade to ensure that I have both efficie...

Every interaction people (or a client) has with you (& your brand) is an opportunity to leave a impression. A great brand experience can make a big difference. It can make an impression, influence the...

When you are the “cheapest” photo and prop styling option available, you may think it will be easier to gain and book clients for styling assignments.  (Especially, if you are a new stylist just looki...

There are many sources and places to find work as a Photo and Prop Stylist.  Here is a list of resources and ideas to help you find and book styling jobs.  A common question I get from new (as well as...

Photo Stylists (in many styling niches including food stylists, wardrobe stylists and interior stylists) have told me that they do not use a Styling Services Contract. THIS is one of the reasons when ...

One of the best ways I get photo styling clients is attending industry tradeshows and industry trade events. I started doing them over 10 years ago and even in the world of social media (and with al...

If you are finding that you are not getting booked for photo and prop styling jobs and you think it may be your images ~ it IS an easier "fix" than you think it is!  This post will show you step by st...

When I started my photo styling career, stylists website was strictly an “about page” and images of our styling portfolio work.  Now, we are adding more personality to our websites as well as to our...

You work hard to get photo and prop styling clients ~ you really never want to think about walking away from them.  But, sometimes (& for different reasons) it will be necessary.   I know it’s counter...

As I do consultations with and meet new photo and prop stylists ~ I get the question:  What should I do first when starting my styling business? Recently got the question:  If you were to start your c...

I LOVE getting a Creative Brief!  Immediately upon reading one the inspiration and ideas start to just flow, right?

As Photo and Prop Stylists, we receive a Creative Brief that guides and drives ou...

The road to success is not a path you find ~ but a trail you blaze, right!?  Sometimes, It seems in business you are either blazen that trail OR you’re out there worrying about those Potholes & Bump...