It’s okay to take a bad photograph
When I started out in photography, I shared a lot of my first attempts in online forums. But, instead of the supportive, friendly critique I had expected, I was completely shot down in flames. I was led to believe that I was a hopeless photographer, that my images...
How to write about yourself
If there’s one thing I hear a lot when I’m talking to business owners about how they should talk about themselves in their business, it’s this… ‘Oh, but I’m not interesting enough. No one wants to hear about me!’ Well, that’s a whole load of stinky stuff on your shoe,...
A Summer in Greece
I still have lots of shoots to share with you – weddings and portrait shoots from 2018. I haven’t even begun to share shoots from Canada with you yet! But it’s a cool autumn day here in Chilliwack today and so I thought something warming might be in order. It’s...
Acceptance and Pride… a Little Lesson in How to Say Thank You
I was just about to shovel a forkful of pasta into my mouth when I felt the tap on my shoulder… ‘I just had to tell you how much I love your hair!’ The beaming woman said. ‘Oh! Thanks!’ I responded. And, before I could help myself… ‘I need to get my roots done though....
The 6 Steps to Writing a Simple Blog Post
Writing a blog post should not be a complicated task. If you allow it to be, then it becomes a chore and I refuse to believe that writing about subjects you love and are interested in is a difficult task! I do understand that writing doesn’t always come naturally to...
39 Common Shorthand Acronyms You’ll Find Online
Words are my thing, okay? Real, full, well-chosen, descriptive, correctly spelt words. I’ve never used “text speak” and spend half my life telling my parents ‘gr8’ is not a legitimate word. It’s the word nerd in me. I can’t help it. But we now live in a world where...
Why ‘affordable’ should not be a selling point
As someone who writes for a living, I cannot stress the importance of the choice of words you use in your website copy. Time and again, I see the following phrase: “For affordable [your product or service here], get in touch.” And, well, it makes my blood boil. I’m...
What does ‘Above the Fold’ mean?
When it comes to building your website, you’ve probably heard all sorts of weird jargon – SEO, copy, content, bio, keywords and all that jazz. But have you heard the term ‘above the fold’ mentioned before? It’s one of my particular favourites because its roots...
Blogging for Wedding Photographers | Kerry from A Tall Long Legged Bird
I never expected, when I set up this copywriting business, that my first “unknown” client would be a fellow wedding photographer! But, given my background, I suppose it seems hardly surprising. The lovely Kerry, from A Tall Long Legged Bird, asked about...
