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In this episode of The Business of Beautiful Spaces, we dive into the ins and outs of professional photoshoots for your interior design projects. From understanding the costs and time commitments to navigating usage rights and creating the perfect shot list, this episode covers everything you need to know to make the most of your photography investment.

I also share my personal experiences with photoshoots, including the challenges of working around outdated focal points or less-than-ideal lighting, and how I overcame these obstacles by creating custom photography presets. These presets are designed to elevate your iPhone photos, ensuring consistency and professional-quality enhancements for your portfolio and social media.

For a limited time, you can grab my photography presets at 40% off using the code BLACKFRIDAY40. Visit The Profit Academy for Interior Designers website to purchase them and take your design photography to the next level!

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• The true costs of professional photoshoots (beyond the photographer’s fee)
• Time commitments, including setup, styling, and teardown
• How to plan a photoshoot: creating shot lists, selecting props, and more
• The importance of clarifying photo usage rights and credits with photographers
• Strategies for subsidizing photoshoot costs with client purchases
• Why and how to use presets to enhance your photos

Whether you’re just starting out or looking to streamline your photoshoot process, this episode is packed with actionable tips to help you showcase your beautiful work and grow your design business.

Links & Resources:

• Photography Presets: Get them here and use code BLACKFRIDAY40 for 40% off
• Connect with Laura Thornton: Website | Instagram

In just one focused hour, we’ll dive into whatever you need most—pricing strategies, client management, attracting high-end clients or building repeat business. You’ll get clarity, strategy, and expert advice based on my 27+ years of running a thriving, seven-figure design firm.

This is your chance to get real answers to the questions you’ve been dying to ask—from someone who’s actually been there.

Book your session as you need it—no strings attached.

Be sure to follow along on Instagram @thebusinessofbeautifulspaces + @thorntondesign to stay up to date on what we're talking about next week. If you love our podcast, please, please, please leave us a review. If you have any questions or topic ideas OR you wish to be a guest email us [email protected] or find us on instagram @thebusinessofbeautifulspaces

Laura Thornton is the principle designer of Thornton Design Inc, located in Kleinburg, ON. Since founding the company in 1999, Laura has been committed to creating a new kind of interior design experience for her clients. Thornton Design is an experienced team of creative talents, focused on curating beautiful residential and commercial spaces in the Toronto, Ontario area and beyond. Now sharing all the years of experience with other interior designers to create a world of collaboration and less competition.

The Business of Beautiful Spaces I @thebusinessofbeautifulspaces
Thornton Design I @thorntondesign