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Anything-but-Basic Basics
The Basics of Maternity, Newborn, & Family Photography
LIGHTING
One of my favorite things about the holiday season? The soft glow of Christmas tree lights all December long! What parent hasn’t asked for “one photo of the kids in front of the Christmas tree”, as a way to remember the magic of childhood and Christmas. But parents (and photographers!) quickly realize how tricky this […]
In the Sandra Coan Certification program, we have several members who earn a significant portion of their income as school photographers. They work with all ages, from preschools to elementary school to high schools, both public and private. Some Certification members had previous experience working with artificial light, but others had been strictly natural light […]
Earlier this year I launched Sandra Coan Certification, and I’d like to tell you a little bit about it! First of all, Sandra Coan Certification is NOT just another online class. It is a professional accreditation program. And the only one currently on the market that is designed specifically for maternity, newborn and family photographers. […]
POSING
BUSINESS
It’s almost the holiday season, which for photographers means…mini sessions! Mini sessions are a hot topic in the photography community – you either love them or hate them. And if you’re in the “I hate mini sessions” camp, I’m here to change your mind! Not only can mini sessions can be a profitable addition to […]
Working as an educator in the photography industry, I get the opportunity to speak with photographers from all over the world on a regular basis. And the question I get the most? “How do I book more photography clients??” I get it. After riding a wave of post-pandemic client spending, some photographers are seeing a […]
My name is Fran Dickerson. I’m a portrait photographer based in North Carolina who is currently working towards becoming a certified photographer under Sandra Coan. Sandra Coan’s Photography Certification Program has been a game-changer for me so far. I have never experienced a program with such hands-on support from the teacher and the other students […]
