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SONY A9
This is the camera that made me jump over from DSLR to mirrorless. Its auto-focus is out of this world and the silent shutter allows me to capture moments without anyone even noticing me.
SONY ZEISS 35 F/1.4
The 35mm is a workhorse. It barely leaves my camera because of its versatility. This is the perfect all-around lens for any photographer.
SONY 85 F/1.4
The 85mm is my go to for portraits. It’s perfect for creamy backgrounds and close up shots of your subjects.
SONY 135 F/1.8
The 135mm is an outstanding lens for portraits. It gives you buttery smooth backgrounds and allows you to get close shots of your couple without getting in their face.
SONY 70-200 F/2.8
What’s not to love about a 70-200? From family formals, ceremony close ups, to socially distanced portraits (hey, COVID!) this lens is perfect for any wedding photographer.
SONY 90 F/2.8 MACRO
My macro is what I use on all wedding days to get detail shots. This is how you get those nice close-up shots of rings. It can also be an amazing portrait lens in the right situation.
SONY 16-35 f/2.8
Want to take epic scenic photos? Want to get in on the action on the dance floor? This is my favorite lens for those parts of the wedding day!
PHOTOFLEX BOOM ARM
This boom arm is a tank and an important part of my workflow as my assistant is almost always holding it. It extends to 10′ and is crucial in getting the perfect lighting angle.
CHEETAHSTAND C10
These stands definitely aren’t for everyone but I personally love the fact that they automatically collapse as it makes me more efficient. I’ve been using these since 2013!
GODOX AD200
This is the flash that changed the game for me. It’s like having three speed lights in one. It even has rechargeable batteries that last multiple days.
GODOX V1
This Speedlight is a much-needed upgrade, it features a round head instead of the typical rectangle. This softens up the edges of your photos which helps a ton with making your photos look more natural.
YONGNUO YN360 PRO
This light is the perfect tool for any wedding photographer. Its versatility is outstanding. From helping with night photos, detail shots, and even in my photo-booth.
MAGGRIP
If you want to use any MagMod product, you’re going to need a MagGrip (or two or three). The entire MagMod product system revolves around the MagGrip so make sure you have plenty of them.
MAGSPHERE
The MagSphere is the smallest and fastest (yet fairly effective) light diffuser you’ve ever used. Whether you use it on or off camera, you’ll notice a different in your photos.
MAGGRID
The MagGrid is probably my favorite and most used MagMod product. Grids help control your light from spilling in unwanted places and that’s a critical part of my work.
MAGGEL HOLDER
MagGels are the accessory you don’t know you need until you try them out. The MagGel Holder makes it super easy to pop the rigid gels in and out in seconds.
ADVANCED MAGGELS
Are you looking to color balance a scene? Are you looking to get a little more creative with your white balance? The advanced MagGels are the best way to start out with gels!
ARTISTIC MAGGELS
Are you looking to get creative with more colors and really add some colorful punch to your work? The artistic MagGels are what you need!
MAGBOX PRO KIT
The MagBox, carrying case, FocusDiffuser, and gels in one kit so you have everything you need to start making epic on-site lighting with speed!
MAGRING
Ever wish that you could put you and your second photographer’s flashes side by side and still be able to use your MagMod products? Your wish has come true!
MAGSHOE
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MY FAVORITE BUSINESS TOOLS
Your CRM is a critical part of running your business. I’ve tried all of the popular CRMs over the years and I’ve been with Sprout Studio the longest because it’s the only true all-in-one CRM for photographers.
A SPECIAL BONUS FOR YOU
If you use this link, message me your receipt and I’ll give you a free 30-minute virtual coaching session on how to best use Sprout Studio with your business!
Pinterest is an important part of my marketing strategy and it should be a part of yours too! Tailwind integrates seamlessly with Pinterest and allows you to quickly schedule pins for weeks and months in advance so you can get back to other parts of your business.
A SPECIAL BONUS FOR YOU
Get a free month of Tailwind when you use this link!
I use ClickUp to manage things outside of Sprout Studio’s realm – short and long term planning, working with my virtual assistant, and more. It’s the fastest-growing CRM tool out there and you’ll quickly see why!
A SPECIAL BONUS FOR YOU
If you use this link, message me your receipt and I’ll give you a free 15-minute virtual coaching session on how you can use ClickUp with your business!
MY FAVORITE TECH
16″ MACBOOK PRO
The MacBook Pro is the golden industry-standard laptop that just works. I switched to Apple laptops in 2016 and haven’t looked back since. They’re not cheap but you get what you pay for and I’ve enjoyed the speed and reliability.
LG 27″ ULTRAFINE 5K
LG worked with Apple to create this monitor so it pairs perfectly with all Apple products. The colors and resolution are incredible and it features four USB-C ports for fast connectivity to all of your accessories.
12.9″ IPAD PRO
While I primarily use the iPad Pro to run my photobooth, I’ve found it to be a wonderful on the go mini-computer that can do 99% of the the tasks I need to get done. The screen is massive and beautiful and also makes for a great media viewer!
SANDISK 2TB EXTREME PRO EXTERNAL SSD
With read and write speeds of 1GB/sec, it’s the fastest external SSD on the market and is worth every penny. You’re able to store months of work on one hard drive that fits in the palm of your hand and doesn’t require an external power source.
WESTERN DIGITAL 12TB EXTERNAL
The SanDisk SSD is my main working drive while this is one piece of my backup system. They’re extremely affordable so I buy a new one every year to back up all of my files to. Piece of mind for less than $200 per year? Well worth it!
SYNOLOGY DS2419+
12 bays of backup in Synology’s system doesn’t come cheap but neither does losing files. This future proofs you for years and years to come with the amount of storage you can load it with.
PROGRADE DUAL-SLOT MEMORY CARD READER
Importing your cards can be a slow process but not with this reader. I was hestitant to spend so much on a card reader but it truly has cut my importing process times in more than half!
SONY 128GB 300MB/S SD CARD
These cards aren’t cheap but they’re incredible. If you have a UHS-II memory card slot in your camera, this card will take advantage of that and you’ll never have to worry about your buffer filling up and missing a key moment.
SANDISK 256GB 170MB/S SD CARD
I love keeping one memory card in the backup slot of both of my cameras and not touching it all day for a wedding. It ensures that if my main card fails, I still have everything from the entire day on this card.
MY READING LIST
I don’t read a ton of books but I have read these and I promise that they will change your life if you implement these concepts in your business.
BUILDING A STORY BRAND
by Donald Miller
This book changed my life. I wish I was being dramatic, BUT YOU NEED THIS BOOK IN YOUR LIFE. It completely changed the way I looked at my business.
PROFIT FIRST
by Mike Michalowicz
This is the book that helped me get my finances in line. It’s a lot of work upfront but worth it in the end. It’s the reason that I’m not stressed about money during the current pandemic.
ATOMIC HABITS
by James Clear
If you’re struggling with boundaries, structure, and any other kind of bad habit within your business (or your personal life!) then I suggest grabbing this book. It helps break down your habits and how to change them for the better.
THE TIPPING POINT
by Malcolm Gladwell
This is the perfect read if you have tons of ideas but can’t quite get the execution down. It’s will explain how to take your idea and tip it in the direction you want it to go.
THE CONVERSION CODE
by Chris Smith
In today’s world, we need to sell our services/brand/ business online. This book helps you understand how to set your business up to gain leads and bookings with online marketing and internet presence.
I WILL TEACH YOU TO BE RICH
by Ramit Sethi
If you’re ready to take control of your financial situation, this is the perfect book to start with. Filled with practical steps and solutions, this is key for anyone that wants to be debt-free and living comfortably financially.
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