I had a maternity photoshoot planned that didn’t happen. But luckily I could use the props for a cool twist on a old self portrait.

It can be hard to keep those creative juices flowing, especially when there’s a pandemic going on. Try one of these 3 steps and see if they help create something you love.

This must be some mistake, or a silver lining for those wanting to expand their skills and take part in a new market. This news has pros and cons, but could be just what you needed. Check out my Instagram @leannielens for photos and upcoming reels.

Thumbtack is a lead generating website. I’ve been using it for about a year and enjoy it. In this episode I tell you about some pros and cons I’ve found plus let you know if thumbtack is something useful to you.

This pandemic has made people not want shoot and that can be tough to deal with.

Sometimes some clients just aren’t for you. And that’s ok! But knowing how to decipher the good from the bad can be difficult. I’d say go with your gut feeling. Dodging a bullet can be way better than sticking with a difficult client. Your mental state of mind will thank you.

Not only is this beneficial income wise but it gives you knowledge and experience that you can use in your preferred field of photography. Head over to Instagram to check out some of my work @leannielens. Thanks guys!

Almost every time I pick up my camera I have intentions of improving and being better than my last session. I’ve learned that letting your work speak for itself is not only a great feeling. But also a way to tell if you’re getting better or not. Unless photography is strictly a hobby constant improvement is important. Over on IG you guys can scroll back through some of my old work and see all the ways I’ve improved. @leannielens

Started this year with a family session since I want to start building my portfolio for families. I offered a free session to a former high school teacher of mine and things seem to be going good until we were almost done with the shoot and I realized something. 🤦🏽‍♀️ Be sure to check out my Instagram page @leannielens.

Asking for feedback is important when you are trying to improve your skills especially if you ask people who inspire you. They can give some advice on how they might do it and that will overall help you improve your own photography. Be sure to check out my recent work on IG @leannielens. I’ll catch you guys in the next one.

How do you find the perfect models for you and why is this important. Well first off, finding the perfect model can help you really create a style for you editing along with helping build you brand. Let me explain.

Practice Gratitude Everyday

Is photoshop really better than Lightroom? I don’t believe so, I just think that they are best used for two different things. I’ll explain more!

I’ve had many people tell me that they love my behind the scene videos. And I understand why. It’s the same reason Beyoncé’s Homecoming video was so amazing to people. Take a listen to hear me really explain. Also check out my Instagram @leannielens.

Content is the name of the game now a days. So if you’re a creator...but don’t have any content to share, you’re already lacking. A easy way to get lots of content but in a short amount of time like one day is to switch up small things such as lighting or location. To see any of the images from my five self portraits session check out my website and my Instagram both at leannielens. Thanks guys! Catch you in the next one.

Do you have a location that you can go to and you know the images will turn out great. Like that go to location for shoots? Well I want you to schedule a shoot there but have intentions to get completely different shots than what you normal get. Watch yourself start to think outside the box. Check out my recent work on IG at @leannielens or my website at www.leannielens.com

Sometimes your just have to take a look back and understand the steps you took to get to where you are. Some of those times you may be able to thank yourself for being this or that, because that’s the main reason you’re where you are. Let me elaborate! Also my IG is @leannielens and my website is www.leannielens.com

I give one (actually two) really simple tips to think outside the box and create eye catching photos. By changing up the position of your light and playing with silhouettes you can instantly take your photos to the next level. Head over to my Instagram to see a couple previews @leannielens

Your camera may give you clues as to how strong the exposure of an image is. I’ll share with you one of those clues and how to fix the problem.

A couple years ago I really wanted to be a pastry chef, mainly because of how pretty the desserts were. Well I quickly realized that photography was the path chosen for me. Don’t forget to check out my Instagram and IGTV to see behind the scene of photoshoots, and my website www.leannielens.com