Today we’d like to introduce you to Whitney Boyd.
Hi Whitney, thanks for sharing your story with us. To start, maybe you can tell our readers some of your backstories.
My journey with photography has begun like most. I bought a camera to take pictures of the precious kids in my life. As my skills and confidence grew, I started shooting for others. What a rewarding hobby turned business this shaped up to be! I love watching people’s confidence blossom as they see themselves through my lens. And I love watching moms look through their gallery in tears because they “didn’t think we got anything” when the kids were acting like fools. As a busy mom of the 3 myself, I feel time racing by. We need to remember this stuff.
My 3-year-old stood up on the couch, looked up at our photos, and said “My brother always loves me and always kisses me.” Of course, many days, they fight like cats and dogs as siblings often do. But to her, she could see tangible proof – framed and important – up on the walls that she is loved and cherished and part of this family. I believe in the power of prints and the importance of photographing these big moments and small.
Would you say it’s been a smooth road, and if not, what are some of the biggest challenges you’ve faced along the way?
My biggest hurdle has been from the business aspect of photography! The photography part was easy – but the marketing, the back-end details, and the self-management of running your own business – those were the hard parts!
It took time to put systems in place to stay organized and be able to deliver an excellent and repeatable client experience.
As you know, we’re big fans of Whitney Boyd Photography. For our readers who might not be as familiar what can you tell them about the brand?
Whitney Boyd Photography – Photography that Fills You. I offer natural light photography for the tired mom who needs to remember this stuff. Moms are busy refilling sippy cups, and I don’t want them to forget to fill their own cup as well. So, when they are up to their elbows in diapers and tantrums, they can raise their eyes above the chaos and look to the walls. There they will find beautiful reminders of the love and laughter that knits their family together. I hope these photos fill them up with confidence, love, and sweet memories.
I primarily serve families through maternity, newborn, family/child portraits, and senior pictures. I also do headshots and branding as well.
When you work with Whitney Boyd Photography, my goal is to make this as painless of a process as possible! Communication and booking is easy. We can chat through email or phone, then you view an online booking proposal that lays out my packages, and check out online. My packages are very straightforward, you just choose how many digitals you need. Prints and products are sold separately after you view your images so that you can get exactly what YOU need. After we book, you receive a questionnaire so I can learn about your goals and vision for these memories. We chat through the details and I prep you with a style guide (how to coordinate family outfits and prep for the shoot), and a posing guide (how to look slimmer and less awkward in your photos). We laugh our way through the actual photoshoot and then you’ll have your gallery in only a few days.
My galleries come equipped with “mock-up” rooms (sample living rooms for example) so that you can see what your pictures look like up on the walls. This way, you can play with a wall gallery to see which pictures work together and what size is appropriate for the space. You can even upload pictures of your own rooms as well! You can easily add prints with a click and add them to your cart. And you do all of this from the comfort of your couch, with no high-pressure ordering sessions.
Alright so before we go can you talk to us a bit about how people can work with you, collaborate with you or support you?
The best way that previous clients could support me to tell others! Google reviews and word of mouth are the bread and butter of my business. And if my photos end up on their website, posting a link to my website on theirs does wonders for my business!
If you haven’t worked with me before, there are still ways we can connect! I have hosted countertop giveaways, where I set up a little display at a check-out counter. Your customers can enter to win a mini-photoshoot with me. It’s a great way for me to get my name out there and for you to serve and bless your clients!
I also send newsletters to my VIP email list every month. Here, I feature local businesses that I’ve had the pleasure of photographing. So, if I’ve done headshots for you, I can write a little about what you offer, link to your website, and help get your name out there! Clients love my Small Business Spotlight!
Contact Info:
- Email: [email protected]
- Website: https://whitneyboydphotography.com
- Instagram: whitneyboydphoto
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/whitneyboydphotography
- Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qYnASSiXMgc
Image Credits
Whitney Boyd Photography
