Calling all BAD ASS photographers
Customized workflows tailored to your specific needs and preferences, secure and scalable cloud-based storage solutions, and ongoing support to ensure your image library remains organized and accessible over time.
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Clarify & Organize Your Photography Business
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Is your current workflow actually working for you?
Imagine opening your laptop, knowing that every image is right where it should be, meticulously organized, and safely backed up. No more wasted time hunting for photos or worrying about unexpected data disasters. It's time to take control of your photography business, allowing you to focus on creating your art and providing the best experience for your clients.
Is this your life lately?
Technology is not your friend and you have nightmares about loosing precious images from a day that can never be replicated.
You are a successful photographer to the public. But you are drowning in work on the back end since you were never taught how to organize Lightroom to save time while culling and have a drawer full of unlabeled hard drives.
You've started a photography business, but now your computer is running so slowly due to the thousands of RAW images on your hard drive. You have multiple folders with Lightroom catalogs all over your desktop and your editing off your external hard drive.
You became a photographer because you love creativity and connection, not backing up huge files and making sure everything is labeled properly.
that one might currently be facing in their BUSINESS
You want these to be very telling of where this person might be at emotionally and where you once were.
and you want it to be very telling of where this person might be at emotionally and where you once were.
frustrated by this particular situation and overwhelmed?
This comes with a delivery of our style guide and wedding magazine to help you plan and prep for things as best you possibly can!
I just started my photography business, and this course was just what I needed!
— Laurel
I've Been There...
I’ve been a photographer ever since I can remember. I was always the one documenting junior high school dances, school trips, friend hangs, and special family occasions. My love for photography continued to grow in high school, where I was a new magazine photographer for one of the best high school publications in the state, and my junior year I became the photo editor.
I quickly learned that file organization and systems were crucial for publishing a story.
My senior year of high school, I had the honor of being editor-in-chief, and one day, my Turquoise Macbook (remember when they came in colors?!) crashed.
I learned the hard way that I needed to have multiple backups in multiple locations. That night I had to redesign the whole magazine, reshoot photos, and hunt down writers for their original drafts. I vowed then to never make the same mistake again.
The Blueprint to better backups & lightroom organization
A self-paced Lightroom and photo organization course for photographers who want to clean up their Lightroom and backup system while saving time with their culling and editing process.
introducing
LET'S BREAK it DOWN
module one
In this module, we're going to dive into the equipment you'll need to take your photography business to the next level. I'll be sharing all the gear I personally use and recommend for high performance and stability.
module two
In this module, we will guide you through the process of cleaning up your Lightroom catalog and creating an organization system that will allow you to quickly find any photo from past sessions.
module three
In this module, we're going to show you how to create a pre and post-shoot ritual that'll help you stay focused, intentional, and clear-headed throughout the entire process. Trust us, this is going to make all the difference in your work!
module four
This module is dedicated to teaching you how to edit efficiently. We cover all the necessary topics, from using presets to setting export settings. I also show you why I love client previews as an essential part of the editing process, and how they can help you save time and avoid misunderstandings with clients.
module five
In Module 1, we introduced you to various backup methods such as external hard drives, cloud storage, and NAS devices. In this module, I will take you through a live, step-by-step workflow process where you will learn how to implement these backup methods effectively, using all the technique we have learned from the previous modules.
bonus module
In this bonus module, we explore how I plan out social media and marketing campaigns
We'll also dive deep into the process of managing and using photos in your Lightroom catalog and sharing them to the world.
Select the option that works best for you
Choose from a one time payment option or select the payment plan. Once selected you will receive the course login sent straight to your email.
Work at your own pace
With all of the modules available at your fingers tips you are able to work through the course at a speed that is easy to manage.
Implement your new system
Once you've completed a module start to add what you've learned into your business and start to relax as you gain confidence about your new back-end system.
how it works
Laurel got her groove back:
“I now have the information I need to set up systems that work for me and my clients from the beginning. It was a no-brainer when I saw Bethany's course offering- worth every penny! It was fantastic!!”
Mallory streamlined her business
“I had always been someone who eventually had to delete folders and used 1 catalog, moving to a catalog system for each gallery has really helped my workflow and system.”
So let's get started
kate no longer has to worry about her back-end system
“An answered prayer for photographers who are focused on clients and need a better back-end to make sure their business is running efficiently..”
This course addresses all of the things photographers need and utilizes every day, but likely not to maximum benefit. I LOVED when she shared her own galleries and approaches to capturing certain shots. I also loved when she shared certain actions to take with clients before a session to ensure their future satisfaction.
aisha now has more time to devote to shooting
“I was surprised how this course made organization and backing up your work seem a lot less overwhelming.”
From computer and Lightroom catalog clean up, backing up your work, to pre-and post photo session workflows, and ways to speed up your editing strategy --it's chock full of practical tips and tricks to help you run a much more efficient photography business.
laurel gained the confidence she needed to scale her business
“I now have the information I need to set up systems that work for me and my clients from the beginning. ”
It was a no-brainer when I saw Bethany's course offering- worth every penny! It was fantastic!! She has so much knowledge from her years of experience as a photographer and teaches in such a relatable and accessible way. I often dread the tech and organization side of the business and this course is helping me gain so much confidence!
Best practices for LR and computer cleanup
Pre and Post session rituals
My full-proof backup system
Step-by-step workflow before you start shooting until after the photos are delivered
4 payments of $57
BEST PRACTICES FOR LR AND COMPUTER CLEANUP
PRE AND POST SESSION RITUALS
MY FULL-PROOF BACKUP SYSTEM
STEP-BY-STEP WORKFLOW BEFORE YOU START SHOOTING UNTIL AFTER THE PHOTOS ARE DELIVERED
1 payment of $147
Trying to recover lost photos ranges from $800-$10,000 and that doesn’t necessarily mean that you will get back your images. No backup system is 100% perfect, and there are countless ways to run your business. I am sharing what has worked for me in the 12 years I’ve been a professional photographer, and throughout this course I’ll also share other ways that people in the industry do things differently and why so that you have options and can consider how you would like to organize your LR and photo backup systems.
I was tired of THE DREAD I FELT opening my computer and not knowing what I’ll find.
I was surprised how this course made organization and backing up your work seem a lot less overwhelming.
— aisha
— kate
hey there!
I'm bethany,
Your back ups & workflow wizard.
I’ve been a photographer and business owner for 12 years and I have over 14 Terabytes (TB) of images to backup and organize… so you could say I’m a pro.
more about me
I read countless blog posts explaining how I could create smart previews, alter metadata, and organize with ease but most of them just had snapshots of a system or they just had a list of best practices or tips. I needed a step-by-step process to hang in my office. I didn’t need tips or tricks, I needed a total transformation re-do.
Our Lightroom and Photo Organization Course offers customized workflows tailored to your specific needs and preferences, secure and scalable cloud-based storage solutions, and ongoing support to ensure your image library remains organized and accessible over time. With our easy-to-follow step-by-step checklist, you can create a flawless client experience, raise your prices, and feel good about it.
IT'S TIME TO UPLEVEL YOUR BUSINESS AND STOP MISSING DEADLINES BECAUSE YOU'RE DISORGANIZED.
It's not just about owning the right equipment. You also need to know how to store your photos properly. That's why we'll cover all the different options available, from cloud storage to external hard drives, and weigh the pros and cons of each. You'll also get a rundown on memory cards, so you'll know how to handle them properly and never lose a precious photo again.
Additionally, you will learn about smart previews and other Lightroom shortcuts that will make your workflow more efficient and effective. With our guidance, you will be able to focus on what you do best - capturing photos - without being bogged down by the tedious task of organizing them.
Whether you're just starting out or a seasoned pro, our course is designed to help you streamline your workflow and simplify your life. No more late nights bawling your eyes out because your hard drive crashed and you don't know if you have it backed up, or a memory card corrupted. You'll wake up every morning knowing where everything is on your computer.
investing in back-end gear that will support your business
Building a backup system that will give you confidence your photos are safe
spending less time editing and more time shooting
attracting your dream clients
improving your client experience
Feeling more balanced, and rested, and in alignment with what you're wanting to create for your life.
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P.s. I know organization isn’t fun for everyone, but that feeling you get when you can easily find all your files and your legacy and your client’s legacy is safe is priceless!
your computer is running slow while editing
you shoot thousands of raw images every year
your overshooting & delivering too many images
you're a hobby photographer
you're a videographer
your looking for an editing course
SO WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR?
Best practices for LR and computer cleanup
Pre and Post session rituals
My full-proof backup system
Step-by-step workflow before you start shooting until after the photos are delivered
4 payments of $57
BEST PRACTICES FOR LR AND COMPUTER CLEANUP
PRE AND POST SESSION RITUALS
MY FULL-PROOF BACKUP SYSTEM
STEP-BY-STEP WORKFLOW BEFORE YOU START SHOOTING UNTIL AFTER THE PHOTOS ARE DELIVERED
1 payment of $147
Frequently Asked Questions
I've taken Lightroom courses before, how is this different?
Most Lightroom courses focus on editing photos but don't do a great job of explaining the concepts and workflow behind Lightroom catalogs. I've done all the wrong things so that I can teach you the right things. I won't just give you one way to do things, I'll give you multiple roads and you can choose the path that's best for you. Systems change as we grow but it's important to establish best practices in the place where you are now. You won't learn all the features of Lightroom, but you'll learn everything you need to organize photos using open standards and industry best practices.
Do I need Lightroom to benefit from this course?
Yes. It's $10/month to subscribe to the Adobe Creative Cloud Photography Plan which includes the latest version of Adobe Lightroom Classic and Adobe Photoshop.
My clients don't use Lightroom, will this course still be useful to me?
Absolutely! Everything in this course is based on open standards and industry best practices, so all the work you do for your clients (creating a core file structure, assigning industry-standard metadata, renaming files, etc.) is accessible even if they don't use Lightroom.
What's the difference between Lightroom Classic and Lightroom?
Lightroom Classic is what we will be focusing on for this course. A course on Lightroom for mobile is in the works so keep an eye out!
What's the cost of the software used in this course?
Adobe Lightroom Classic is the core of the course and is available for only $10/month which also includes the latest version of Adobe Photoshop. There are a few other tools I recommend but most of them are free!
not sure if this is for you?
I completely understand. Investing in courses for your back end system isn't fun and glamorous, but it will set you up for success in your photography business.
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