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How to Get Your First Photography Clients

 

There are great opportunities for new photographers, whether your goal is to make a little extra money on the side or turn it into a full-time business.

Although there is a lot of potential, breaking into the business can be hard.

 

You need a portfolio or work samples in order to attract clients, but you need clients to build that portfolio. So where do you start?

 

Don’t worry, there are some steps you can take that will help you during these early stages, and we’ll walk through the steps in this article. The goal will be to build up a small portfolio that shows off your work, and to help you land your first paid clients.

How To Get Your First Photography Clients

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