We’re excited to introduce you to the always interesting and insightful Will Hepburn. We hope you’ll enjoy our conversation with Will below.
Will, thanks for joining us, excited to have you contributing your stories and insights. The first dollar your business earns is always special and we’d love to hear how your brand made its first dollar of revenue.
I started my business by offering free or discounted rates for photoshoots. I would work with those wanting to pursue submitting to modeling agencies and families. I also would do some wedding work and continue to do headshots and modeling sessions.
Awesome – so before we get into the rest of our questions, can you briefly introduce yourself to our readers.
I’ve always been really inspired by photography especially in advertising and marketing. I always wanted to pick up the camera and be featured in a magazine or advertisement for my work. My goal is to work with bigger brands and influencer doing portraits and products.
Let’s talk about resilience next – do you have a story you can share with us?
There have been a lot of situations where I could have easily put the camera down but I always come back because of my passion and desire to become a better creative. There is no other feeling in the world no matter what kind of opinion someone shares regarding your work. Some may think it’s incredible and others it may not be their cup of tea. Either way it doesn’t stop me from improving and developing as a photographer.
What’s a lesson you had to unlearn and what’s the backstory?
Learning what the clients wants versus what you think the client wants. It is our responsible as business owners to create happy clients who want to return. Listen to what they need and want from the photo session for their social media, website and creative direction. We are simply a vehicle for the client to arrive at a pleasing final product.
Contact Info:
- Website: www.willhepburnphotography.com
- Instagram: @willhepburnphoto
- Facebook: Will Hepburn Photography
Image Credits
Will Hepburn Photography