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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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Spring is right around the corner but you may still be navigating the cool winter light like I did in Himalay’s beautiful sunrise senior session! It was frigid the morning of her shoot in downtown Savannah and I wanted to be sure to keep spirits up while finding great locations to capture her perfectly. If […]
In today’s video I’m going to teach you how to flatter every single body type when you are posing your photography clients! I’ve been a photographer for 10+ years so I have a TON of tips for how to pose your clients. Not only are these the actual poses that I use for myself when […]
In today’s video, you’re going to hear from Jennifer Olmstead of Tonic Site Shop – and I’m so excited about it! She will be sharing her knowledge on how to make sure your website is converting in 2024 (yes please!) Jennifer did my entire brand and website over 8 years ago and she is my […]
This time of year is typically a slow season for photographers but every once in a while I have a senior session in the middle of winter. This is one of those!! It was not the weather we were expecting in sunny, warm California for Megan’s senior session, but it still turned out SO beautifully. […]
In this video I’m going to be sharing my first impression and real time thoughts on the brand new Imagen AI software for photographers. To be honest, I typically edit a senior session in about 2 hours so I haven’t felt the need to add any AI into my workflow… until now! I’m typically an […]
In today’s YouTube video, we are going back to the basics!! We’re talking about camera settings, gear, and general tips for creating STUNNING senior portraits. So, if you’ve never taken senior portraits before, or if you’re just getting started with learning your camera in manual, this video is for you!! Before we jump in, I […]
If you’re going out and photographing a senior session in the dead of winter you can STILL create beautiful images! Over the last decade of being a senior portrait photographer, I’ve learned how to nail those wintry senior sessions AND how to capture images that are light, bright, and bold (my signature style) for my […]
Happy New Year!! 🎉 Today I’m showing you some of my go-to poses that are SEATED which is perfect for a beautiful open field or anywhere that has some really pretty tall grass! Posing can be REALLY difficult when it comes to seniors, especially if you’re used to posing families or couples! True story, even […]
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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!
THE RESOURCES PAGE
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