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I'm Hope Taylor. A photographer, educator and business coach serving joyful clients for almost a decade. I began my business when I was just 16 years old, and now I help you grow yours from my home in Savannah, GA!
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I am so excited to introduce you to my March 2022 Star Students!! I LOVE my online course students, and this is such a fun way for them to humbly brag about all the amazing things they are doing!! This month, I’ve got 3 students to tell you about: Casey, Taylor and Samantha. It’s my […]
Today’s video is a highly requested one! I shared a bit about the R6 a few months ago when I first got it…but I had a hard time getting used to it and adding it into my regular shooting routine. UNTIL…I found out how to change the focus settings + backend of the camera to […]
Let’s talk SPOKESMODELS! After 5 years of having successful senior rep teams, I can tell you that they are easily one of the top reasons my senior business grew so quickly. And, I learned that one of the most IMPORTANT parts of any spokesmodel program is the application process. Specifically: what you ask and how […]
This video was such a fun one to film because it got me thinking about what spokesmodels and senior rep teams should look like in the current market!! I had 5 years of thriving spokesmodel programs in my business…but I haven’t hosted one since moving to Charleston (only because I’ve moved around so much!) So, […]
Let’s talk BUSINESS! In today’s new YouTube video, I am breaking down 5 of my BEST tips for building a senior photography business…and how I would do things differently if I were doing it right NOW in 2022. We’re talking social media, client experience, pricing, shooting and more. Tune in below! IF YOU ENJOYED THIS […]
I am so excited to introduce you to my February 2022 Star Students!! I LOVE my online course students, and this is such a fun way for them to humbly brag about all the amazing things they are doing!! This month, I’ve got 3 students to tell you about: Jen, Autumn & Kelsey. It’s my […]
Before we dive into this week’s video…I have an exciting announcement! For the first time in over two years, I am hosting a 100% brand new FREE online class: The Senior Portrait Blueprint! I am breaking down the 5 key elements to creating consistent, stunning senior portrait images – and it’s all happening LIVE on […]
Something that I don’t talk about enough on my Youtube channel is CAMERA GEAR! I’m not a very “technical” person…so I don’t enjoy teaching about gear as much as I love teaching about posing or client experience or business. But, the right gear is VITAL to a successful business…and I get asked about it all […]
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I began my business during my junior year of high school, and fell in love with photography while capturing all of my peers and their senior portraits. I built a six-figure photography business on my passion for senior clients - and now I help hundreds of photographers across the globe do the same!
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HOPE TAYLOR EDUCATION
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"Hope is so much more than *just* an educator, but a loyal, fierce believer in the people she invests in, and who invest in learning from her."
— Rob
"Thanks to Hope, I'm literally booking so fast I can't keep up! I booked 3 sessions in ONE day after applying what she taught me!"
— jessie
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Looking to grow your photography business, capture better images or streamline your workflows? My Youtube channel is the best place to find free education. Come binge-watch all the past videos, and be sure to subscribe to see new content when it goes live:
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My client booking workflow with honeybook
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How To: Tips for Better Senior Portraits
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Client gallery delivery with cloudspot
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Resources + My Favorite Things
Ever wondered what programs I use in my business? My camera gear? My must-have photography products? Maybe just my favorite outfits to wear on wedding days? I've compiled a massive list of ALL my favorite things in every category!
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