#98 – How to build a six-figure food photography business with Sam Adler – Part 2

In this week’s podcast we continue our conversation with Sam Adler, a food photographer, Saveur Blog Award winner, and food blogger about what it takes to become a six-figure food photographer.

Sam already has a six-figure food photography and blogging business. She also has three kids, and is aiming to make a million dollars in revenue next year.

Being able to justify our rates, watching out for pricing mistakes, learning how to negotiate, and finding legitimate resources for industry standards is part of building a robust, secure business.

If you’re stuck, feel that you’re not making enough in your food photography business, or doubt that you could have a profitable business, learn how to navigate the challenges blocking your way to a six-figure business.

Here’s what the episode includes:

• Sam shares how to make money from a food blog.
• She talks about what it takes to land a $20k+ project.
• She shares how to discuss license and copyright with clients.
• Sam elaborates on resources to find industry standards for license and copyright fee.
• She discusses how photographers can demonstrate the value of their services if clients insist on rate negotiation.
• She shares how photographers can work with brands with limited budgets.
• She discusses how photographers can negotiate rate increases with long-term, loyal clients.
• She talks about ways to take a photography business from $3k – $25k commissions.
• She shares her biggest photography, business, and mindset lessons in building a six-figure business.

You can see Sam’s website: Sam Adler Photography
Or follow her on Instagram: @samadlerphotography
Blog: Frosting & Fettuccine

Other links:
Getty Images
Foto Quote
The Association of Photographers