[ REPLAY ] Ep. 145 - Why Commercial Photography May Not be for You with J. Nichole Smith

145 - For many of us, seeing our photography on a dog-food bag or in a Ruffwear catalog would be a dream come true. If the enormous ego boost wasn't satisfying enough, how 'bout that high-dollar payday?! Not so fast, compadre. This week, J. Nichole Smith and I deliver some real talk on the world of commercial animal photography—and why it might not be for you. Or maybe it is! Find out what qualities make for a successful commercial photographer, and if it's something you want to, ahem, shoot for.  What To Listen For:How to know if you're ready for commercial workWhat the data says about the most successful pet-related imagesThe best type of small business to start working withHow to handle the financial exposure of large commercial shootsWhen you need to enlist a contract lawyer (and when to skip it) Resources From This Episode:FREE Hair of the Dog commercial photography trainingEpisode 65: The Power of Color and Why, with J. Nichole SmithHair of the Dog AcademyFree Hair of the Dog CommunityJOIN THE PARTY: Join our free pet photography community More pet photography resources here Connect on Insta Ready to get serious about your pet photography? Join us inside Hair of the Dog Academy! Check out my gear and my favorite books. Grab my book! Pet and Horse Photography for Everybody