One of the most common questions photographers ask is: how much should photographers save for taxes? And honestly, it’s a good question because guessing your way through tax planning is stressful, expensive, and completely avoidable. If you’ve heard numbers like 20%, 25%, or even 30% tossed around, you might be wondering which one actually applies […]

If this is your first year filing taxes as a photographer, let me start by saying this:Nothing is wrong. You’re not behind. And you didn’t miss some secret memo that everyone else got. In fact, most of the stress photographers feel during their first tax season has nothing to do with doing something “wrong”. It […]

If you’ve ever felt busy, booked, and still unsure where your money is actually going, you’re not alone. One of the biggest reasons photographers feel stressed about finances isn’t because they’re bad at business. It’s because they’re not tracking the right numbers. In my latest YouTube video, I walk through the five numbers photographers should […]

If bookkeeping and taxes feel confusing — or like they’re basically the same thing — you’re not alone. Most photographers know they should understand their numbers, but when words like “bookkeeping,” “taxes,” and “deductions” get thrown around, it can feel overwhelming fast. And usually, the only time this confusion really shows up is when tax […]

If you’ve ever looked at your bank account, looked at your bookkeeping, and thought, “Why do these numbers NEVER match?” Welcome to the club. Most photographers struggle with this at some point, and the reason usually comes down to one simple thing: You’re not reconciling your photography business regularly. Reconciling is one of the most […]

If you’re a photographer using PayPal or Venmo to accept payments, you’re definitely not alone. These platforms are quick, easy, and familiar, but they also come with rules, fees, and tax considerations you don’t want to overlook. Today, we’re breaking down the best practices for using PayPal and Venmo for photographers so you can stay […]

Pulling Back the Curtain on the Wedding Industry — My Interview on The Preferred List Podcast If you’ve ever wondered what really goes on behind the scenes of a wedding day, or what it takes to build a creative business that balances heart and strategy, this episode is for you! I had the incredible honor […]

Have you ever bought something big for your photography business, like a new camera body, lens, or computer, and then wondered, “Wait… how do I actually handle this for taxes?” That’s exactly what we’re tackling today: Understanding amortization for photographers (in plain English, no accounting degree required). As a wedding photographer turned tax educator, I […]

Let’s be honest, tax season can feel like it’s personally out to get you. Between client work, editing marathons, and trying to remember where that random camera gear receipt went, managing your business finances can feel a little overwhelming. That’s exactly what I dove into on the Accidental CEO Podcast, where I joined Nata Salvatori […]

When you think about business finances for photographers, do you get that little pit in your stomach? I’ve been there. Early in my career, I was shooting weddings on the weekends, editing until 2 a.m., and panicking about whether I had set enough money aside for taxes. (Spoiler: I hadn’t.) What I’ve learned since then […]