HELLO AND WELCOME!
Are You A Family Photographer Struggling To Turn Your Passion Into A Profitable Business?
Then you are in the right place my love!
You picked up your camera because you wanted to create a life you love; filled with purpose and creativity with a generous dose of flexibility thrown in for good measure.
But it's not as easy as that is it?!
Perhaps you're finding it hard to attract new clients.
Perhaps you're struggling with confidence executing a shoot and all the ideas you had just fall out of your head in the moment.
Perhaps you're working all the hours god sends and editing into the wee hours to deliver beautiful family photographs to your clients and making less than minimum wage.
Does any of this sound familiar?
"Do the best that you can until you know better,
then when you know better, do better."
Maya Angelou
I'm Victoria Phipps and I help family photographers build businesses that support the lifestyle they crave.
Taking photographs seriously since 2009, I spent eleven years building a successful wedding photography business. Then the pandemic hit, weddings were cancelled and during that time I became a mother for the first time. And not long after, for the second time!
When I re-joined the world of work after my double maternity I knew that shooting weddings on location each weekend was no longer going to work for me and my family. So I pivoted my business and now I dedicate my energy to capturing beautiful family portraits on film and creating bespoke artwork for my clients to display in their homes.
Over the past 15 years in business I have been full-time and part-time. I've struggled with imposter syndrome. I've underpriced my services. I've marketed my business on every possible digital and analogue platform. I've invested my money in the wrong tools and the wrong people. I've made a hundred mistakes! And I'm here to share them all with you in the hope you can avoid making the same ones and instead catapult your business to success.
I’m excited to share the extensive knowledge and expertise I've amassed over the years to help you leap ahead on your path.
How Can I Help?
Come and join my exclusive network of female photographers who have swapped the 9-5 grind for a life behind the camera...
Born out of a desire for flexibility and a balanced lifestyle, 'Shoot Smart Live Full' is your go-to hub for camaraderie, learning, and support.
Capture the beautiful chaos of family life without the isolation of freelancing and surround yourself with a like-minded community that truly gets it! Share, learn, inspire and be inspired by others who are passionately crafting their business and mastering the art of family photography.
Together we’ll navigate the challenges and celebrate the wins, one photograph at a time!
A range of online courses designed to address the sticking points we all face in our family photography businesses...
COMING SOON!
I'm taking everything I've learned in my 15 years as a professional people photographer and bundling it up into a collection of simple, easy-to-digest online courses which will give you all the tools you need to drive your business forward in a positive and sustainable way.
My aim is to help you build a photography business that lights you up inside and supports the life you want for your family.
Learn from my mistakes and leapfrog to success!
Sometimes we all need another person's eyes on our photography business to help lift the fog and show us a clear path forward...
Imagine having a guide by your side who truly understands the juggle of running a business while raising a family.
With personalised 1:1 mentoring, you'll get tailored strategies to price confidently, streamline your workflow and attract your ideal clients. I'll help you build a business that supports your life, rather than competing with it!
Whether you're feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or simply ready for growth, mentoring offers the clarity, accountability and mindset support you need to move forward with confidence and purpose.
Take the benefit of my 15 years experience of photographing people and create a business filled with passion, purpose and profit.
Coming soon...
FAQS
When will your courses be launching?
I have three courses in the making and my first will launch this Summer. Watch this space!
Can anyone join the 'Shoot Smart Live Full' community?
The community is specifically designed to support female family and motherhood photographers. If that's you then come and join us!
I'm feeling totally stuck and need somebody to do a deep dive into my business... can you help?
Yes! I can absolutely help you with some 1 to 1 mentoring. Send me a message and I'll send you all the details.
