Going Pro with Portrait Photography: How to Turn Your Photography Hobby into a Job

Always dreamed of turning your photography hobby into a job? It's easier than you think. Travel to Thailand with iconic Instagrammer Sean Dalton as he takes you through everything you need to know in order to start making money as a professional photographer.

Within 6 months of shooting his first portrait for $60, Sean was making a over $4000 per month in portrait sales. In this 90 minute straightforward and practical course, Sean shares all of his secrets of success, speaking about topics such as:

• Finding your first paid client
• Planning your shoot 
• Identifying shooting locations
• Best gear for portrait photography
• How to shoot and edit a professional portrait
• and so much more.

Whether you're an aspiring freelance photographer or simply a hobbyist that enjoys shooting portraits, this class tackles everything you need to know about becoming a professional photographer. Learn directly from pro photographer Sean Dalton, and gain direct behind the scenes access to a professional photo shoot. 

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COURSE RESOURCES (Mentioned in course)

• Sean's Classic Portrait Presets
• Shootproof Photo Hosting
• Squarespace, Wix, Adobe Portfolio
• Best lens to buy video

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Check out Sean's other Skillshare Classes

• Becoming an Instagram Influencer: Creating Authentic Content and Monetizing Your Following
• Cafe Photography for Instagram - Telling Visual Stories with Emotional Cafe Photos

Questions about the project or not sure where to start? Contact Sean directly at [email protected] or on Instagram at @seandalt.

• Class Introduction
• Establishing a Portfolio
• Class Project
• Entire Portrait Process
• Attributes of a good portrait photographer
• Finding your First Client
• Gear
• Pricing
• Before the Shoot
• Shooting
• Sending Proofs to Clients
• Editing
• After the Shoot
• Closing Thoughts