Photographers Working Together

I think far too often professional photographers are hesitant to work with each other, or give helpful tips to each other, for fear of losing clients or revenue. Nonsense. 

Photographers should work together to help improve their craft. I had the chance recently to work with another photographer in our town and it was a wonderful experience. She shot the session while my wife and I were the subjects. We were able to gain excellent perspective on what a session is like for our clients as well as pass around helpful information on how to make the session go smoother. 

It is the exchange of information like this that helps improve everyone. A lot of photographers fear that they will lose out on business this way, especially if they are from a small town. There will always be people who want there picture taken. There will always be another class of seniors, pregnant mothers, and newborn children. That will never change. If photographers will work together, hone their skills, and improve their results everyone will be happier.

Knowledge and experience are things we should share. Sharing gets your name out, gets you recognized, gets people talking about you. Don't hide. Make yourself heard.