My Favorite tools and accessories for photography
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CARLEEN Camera Bag
This is my favorite camera bag for portrait and family sessions! The "Carmen Every Day" bag perfectly holds two camera bodies, two lenses, plus my phone and wallet. For bigger jobs, the “Down-to-Business” in the vintage floral design is amazing—it fits two camera bodies, two to three lenses, a laptop, wallet, planner, and has multiple inner and outer pockets, making it ideal for travel sessions! I’m obsessed with these bags. Plus, the SD card wallet is a must-have and such a great addition—I absolutely love it!
Visit their website here at Carleen.com and use the code OAKES at checkout to save some $$!
The Unscripted posing app
This app has truly been a game-changer for me! As many of you know, I'm a French photographer living in Orlando, and English isn't my first language. When I first started booking sessions, I was so nervous about directing clients, making them laugh with jokes, and just knowing what to say to them.
This app offers incredible tools like prompts and poses for inspiration, plus so many helpful features: a sun tracker, camera settings guide, templates for contracts and emails, and a supportive Facebook community. The design is beautiful, making it easy to navigate and save my favorite poses. I use it for every session, and it has honestly transformed my workflow. I also love that you can submit your own poses, get featured, and discover the amazing work of other photographers!
Get the app here and use the code johannaoakesphotography for a discount!
Inly; Invoices, contracts & payments
Just getting started in photography and need a professional platform for contracts and payments—but don’t want to break the bank? I’ve been there, and I chose INLY, and it’s been my go-to ever since. It’s super user-friendly and lets you send invoices, contracts, and collect client signatures seamlessly. INLY also has helpful features like forms, calendars, and friendly reminders, making it easy to stay organized. I love how professional it makes my business look, and the secure payment process gives me and my clients peace of mind.
Use code https://www.inly.com/share/johannaoakesphotography to get 24$ credit!
Pic time
Pic-Time is the platform I use to deliver stunning online galleries to my clients. It makes uploading high-quality images quick and easy, which is essential for providing a great client experience. I love that I can customize the galleries with my brand colors and logo. Plus, it allows me to generate additional sales through prints, photo books, frames, and cards. I have complete confidence in Pic-Time after testing their products at a photography conference and being blown away by the quality. My clients consistently give positive feedback when they see their final galleries. Best of all, they offer a free plan if you want to give it a try!
Or use the code UJGK5B to get a free month!
More tools and accessories you will need for your business:
Presets:
Mastin labs https://mastinlabs.com/
Use code: JOHANNAOAKESPHOTOGRAPHY
Photo Mechanic
To cull your raws, faster post production
use code: OAKESPM
Flodesk, for emailing your clients
You also should start collecting your client’s email, if tomorrow Instagram crashes you don’t wanna be client-less!
https://app.flodesk.com/sign-up?ref=Z9TB2P
Photography Insurance:
https://www.ppa.com/join/member-2-member
You will get $35 off
Kidamento, cameras for your little ones!
kidamento.com/johannaoakesphotography15
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