You can make money from photography!

Imagine creating a fruitful career in photography! How many times have you heard someone say you can’t make money from photography? How many times have you said it? More importantly, do you really believe it?

When I first set out on my journey, I came across a philosopher by the name of Alan Watts. His belief was that you can do anything and make money from it. The key, however, was finding something that you loved. If you devote yourself to it you will naturally become highly skilled – people will eventually pay you for those skills.

Alan Watts Video (I highly recommend it)

I held this belief firmly when I first picked up a camera 3 years ago. At the beginning, I’d meet photographers who’d regularly tell me there’s no money in photography. As time went on my photography developed, and so did my career – less and less people claimed how little money there was in photography. Now, through practicing my own style of imagery I’ve established a fruitful career and realised that the only truth to any of it is that those who turn their art into a lifestyle are those who are willing to invest in it. And by invest, I mean time more than money.

The River Tyne, Newcastle

If you believe there’s no money in photography then that is certainly true. If you believe there is money and a change in lifestyle in practicing this art, then that is certainly true also. Your attitude and abilities are quite literally the only things stopping you from taking the step that could change your existence.

Be passionate, seek knowledge, enjoy the process, invest the time and money, and you will see the rewards.

After teaching photography on three continents, teaching one-on-one skype workshops, and communicating with 1,000s of budding photographers, I have developed a true passion for education. And it is through this passion that I have arrived at this point: as I type this I have an ever-growing collection of free video tutorials, from beginners courses in Photoshop, to HDR and digital blending tutorials that have been downloaded and watched by more than 5,000 photographers!

For photographers with more hunger, I have 3 fast-paced, information-packed courses that 1,000s have already used to push their imagery to new heights. If you’re ready for the next step, my Post Processing Courses may be what you’re looking for!

Regardless of the direction in which you wish to take your photography, I hope our paths cross in some distant part of the world and we can share our passion over a hot drink (or even a cold one), as I’ve done with many a photographer so far. If you’re on facebook, feel free to connect with me: