Lilley Photography
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Remembering Our Humanity
Real Talk: Love Above All Else Hey everyone, I wasn’t going to write about this. I usually try to keep things light and positive here, focusing on the good stuff and staying in my lane. But sometimes things happen that… Continue reading
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Sometimes Your Brain Just Needs a Break
Real Talk: Taking Time to Step Back and Start Fresh Hello again – It’s good to be back, There something I want to talk about if you’re game for it? You know that feeling when you’ve been pushing and pushing,… Continue reading
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Real Talk: How I Handle Difficult Clients (With Kindness, Always)
Hey friends! Okay, let’s talk about something that every service-based business owner deals with but rarely discusses openly – difficult clients. I know, I know, it’s not exactly the most comfortable topic, but I think it’s important to be transparent… Continue reading
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Real Talk: Why Community Involvement Makes Me a Better Photographer (And Why It Should Matter to You)
You know what’s funny? When I first started really focusing on growing Lilley Photography as a business, I thought success meant booking more sessions, buying better equipment, and perfecting my editing skills. And while all of those things are important,… Continue reading
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Real Talk: Why You Should Photograph Your Pets (Before It’s Too Late)
Hey friends! Okay, I’m about to get a little emotional here, so bear with me. Last week, I was scrolling through my phone looking for a specific photo when I stumbled across pictures good ole boy, Leo. He’s been gone… Continue reading
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Real Talk: How to Support Local Photographers (And Why It Matters More Than You Think)
Hey there! Can we talk about something that’s been on my heart lately? Supporting local photographers – and honestly, local businesses in general. I know, I know, you might be thinking “Of course the photographer wants us to support photographers,”… Continue reading
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Real Talk: The Photography Myths That Need to Die (Seriously, Let’s Bury These Already)
Hey friends! Okay, can we talk about something that’s been driving me absolutely bonkers lately? The photography myths that just won’t seem to die, no matter how many times we professionals try to set the record straight. I swear, some… Continue reading
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Day 10: Real Talk – “The Senior Rep Program (More Than Just Free Photos)”
Hey there, beautiful humans! So, I need to tell you about something that’s become one of my absolute favorite parts of running Lilley Photography – my Senior Rep Program. And before you roll your eyes thinking this is just another… Continue reading
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Day 9: Real Talk – “The Truth About “Perfect” Photos (Spoiler: They Don’t Exist)”
Can we have a heart-to-heart about something that’s been bothering me? I’m so tired of hearing clients apologize for being human. “Sorry my hair is a mess.” “Sorry my kids are being crazy.” “Sorry I don’t know how to pose.”… Continue reading
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Day 8: Real Talk – “Why You Should Print Your Family Photos (And Why I’m Probably Going to Bug You About It)”
Hey there, beautiful humans! Can we have a real heart-to-heart for a minute? I’m about to get on my soapbox about something that’s been weighing on my heart lately, and I promise it comes from a place of love –… Continue reading