We were lucky to catch up with Becky Martin recently and have shared our conversation below.
Becky, thanks for taking the time to share your stories with us today Alright, so you had your idea and then what happened? Can you walk us through the story of how you went from just an idea to executing on the idea
Launching my photography business was quite organic. My husband purchased my first camera for me when my oldest son was 6 months old. I started taking his photos daily, my sister in laws asked me to photograph my nieces and nephews…soon their friends were asking me and I figured I should probably get serious about learning all I could about photography, because I believe in doing things well/professionally.
I had my photography business for about 9 years before I opened my studio! What a blessing that has been, to have a space to create beautiful images and also store all the props that come along with being a photographer.
As always, we appreciate you sharing your insights and we’ve got a few more questions for you, but before we get to all of that can you take a minute to introduce yourself and give our readers some of your back background and context?
For those that have not heard about me or my business, I am so happy you’re reading this article and I truly hope that some day I get the opportunity to meet you / give you incredible images!
I am a full service photographer, specializing in all aspects of motherhood. Whether you’re getting married, expecting, just had the baby, need family photos, headshots for your career, senior images or just want a fun session for yourself…I’ve got you covered!
When you schedule your session with my business, I brainstorm with you about how you’d like to capture your session and how the images will be displayed afterward. Roughly two weeks following your session, we will meet back up for a reveal session / ordering appointment. This is where you will see your images for the first time and decide what you would like to purchase. Once you decide, I take the reigns back and do all of the designing of albums / ordering of wall art. All items are created in a luxury lab in Italy! It takes about 8 weeks for product to arrive and then I will personally deliver the items to your home if you’re local to me.
We all have good intentions when it comes to printing images to hang or designing an album, but in my experience, a good percentage of Mama’s just can’t find the time to actually do that…that’s why booking with me is so special. I take that load off of your shoulders and allow you to just enjoy the process and end product.
Any stories or insights that might help us understand how you’ve built such a strong reputation?
I don’t just have good morals and ethics in order to get business. I try to love my neighbor as myself, be honest, hardworking, caring, genuine and love people just because that’s who I want to be as a human with one life to live. There is a verse in the bible that says “a good name is rather to be chosen than great riches”. If I have a booming business, but I don’t treat people well? What do I have? It won’t be a booming business for long…I guarantee you that!
My reputation is important to me, because relationships are important to me! I am not a pushover, but I will do everything in my power to make your experience wonderful! Good customer service is important to me and I think that, coupled with my eager desire to constantly be a student and grow my talent is what makes me stand out in the photographer community.
Can you tell us about what’s worked well for you in terms of growing your clientele?
The best strategy for growing my clientele has been authenticity in my relationships while producing great images and incredible art pieces for them to enjoy for generations to come!
Contact Info:
- Website: www.beckymartin.photography
- Instagram: www.instagram.com/beckymartinphotography
- Facebook: www.facebook.com/beckymartinhphoto
Image Credits
Brandon + Brianna Davis Alex Figureoa Grace Cecilia Nora Jo Ryan + Ana Spencer Lauren + Meason