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From Architecture to Wedding Photography: Heather Marie Photography shares her journey from architecture to wedding photography

The Preferred List Podcast with Heather Marie Photography

Oct 29, 2025

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 […]

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The Best Apps for Photographers to Track Business Expenses

Oct 22, 2025

Have you ever gotten to tax season and thought, “Where did all my money go?” Or maybe you’ve driven two hours to a wedding and realized later that you forgot to track the mileage which means you literally missed out on a tax deduction. If that sounds familiar, this post is for you. Let’s talk […]

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Understanding Amortization for Photographers

Oct 15, 2025

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 […]

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Stop Winging It With Your Finances: Tax Tips for Creatives from My Podcast Chat with Accidental CEO

Oct 8, 2025

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 […]

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Tax Deadlines Every Photographer Should Know

Jun 4, 2025

Ever found yourself Googling “When is my photography tax return due?” at 11 PM while eating cold pizza after a shoot? If so, you’re not alone—and you’re exactly who this video is for. One of the most common struggles I see new photographers face isn’t mastering manual mode or finding ideal clients. It’s keeping track […]

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