Posts by Author: Alex Baker
Alex Baker is a portrait and lifestyle driven photographer based in Valencia, Spain. She works on a range of projects from commercial to fine art and has had work featured in publications such as The Daily Mail, Conde Nast Traveller and El Mundo, and has exhibited work across Europe
With these easy steps start charging $10,000 a wedding
Nov 28, 2024
Alex Baker
Many photographers dream of charging premium rates for their services, but making the leap from being a $3,000 to a $10,000 wedding photographer involves more…
Do this immediately if your camera gets stolen
Nov 26, 2024
Alex Baker
It’s every photographer’s worst nightmare: getting all or some of your expensive camera equipment stolen. Of course, there’s never zero risk of this happening. However,…
This is the secret to marketing your photography business the easy way
Nov 26, 2024
Alex Baker
One of the hardest aspects of running a successful photography business is the marketing. At least, for me. It’s a constant task and something that…
A 35mm prime lens is all you need for travel photography
Nov 26, 2024
Alex Baker
Before my recent trip to Iceland, I was a bit paralysed thinking about what gear I needed wanted to take with me. In the end, I…
How to find beautiful autumn lanscape shots even in uninspiring locations
Nov 21, 2024
Alex Baker
I recently returned from a trip to Iceland and was blown away by the abundance of beautiful scenery there. Each corner you turn, there is…
This is what it’s really like to be a pro photographer (it’s not glamorous)
Nov 21, 2024
Alex Baker
Everyone thinks being a professional photographer is all about shooting glamorous film stars and eating delicious leftovers from food shoots. Everyone, that is, except for…
What to charge for food photography (and other business tips)
Nov 20, 2024
Alex Baker
I’ve been charging for my photography for years now, and one thing that never gets easier is figuring out what to charge clients. Every single…
Master TTL flash in minutes, it’s easier than you think
Nov 18, 2024
Alex Baker
Flash photography can seem confusing at first, and it can be a challenge, particularly when the light conditions are changing constantly. But that’s where learning…
How to get the most from this ‘difficult’ lens in street photography
Nov 15, 2024
Alex Baker
Most street photographers prefer to use focal lengths towards the wider end of the scale, somewhere within the 24-70mm range at least. Longer lenses certainly…
This is why a cheap flash isn’t as good as the pro version
Nov 15, 2024
Alex Baker
Buying new gear is always exciting, but it can also be a drain on your wallet. It’s pretty obvious with lenses that you get what…