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✅ In today’s episode, I break down how intelligent imitation can transform your photography in 2026. If you’ve been struggling to make pictures with intention, build a standout portfolio, or understand why pro photographers get booked, this will show you the fast lane to improving your work.You’ll learn how to study top photographers, reverse-engineer their choices, and apply those principles to create high-impact images that get attention and get you hired.If you want to make better work this year, watch this.The Carty Method Podcast #68 - Intelligent Imitation: The Shortcut to Pro PhotographyLearn more this incredible story here 👉🏾 https://stevecarty.substack.com/p/i-had-a-brain-tumour-that-was-cancerFollow me on instragram here for more updates with me and this story https://www.instagram.com/stevecarty/ Did my first shoot yesterday, check my latest post there.Thursday Portfolio Reviews. Sunday TCM Podcast==============================HOW TO SUBMIT:1. Join Portfolio Lab here 👉🏾 https://www.thecartymethod.com/portfoliolab2. Join my “Weekly Assignment” posted inside my Portfolio Lab Community as soon as the episode ends. 3. SUBMIT IMAGES 4000px wide @ 100dpi through my assignments folder4. Mark Submission Complete.==============================🧨 I can help you start your Photography Career, right now: 💥 https://thecartymethod.com ✅😎😎 C A R T Y 😎😎👉🏾 “My goal here is to educate and connect a global network of visual creators.” Learn more about me and see my work at http://stevecarty.com “Based in Toronto, Carty works across North America and frequently travels to the UK, Europe, and Central America for his assignments. In 2009, he released his first book, “Positives,” and was selected for “Carte Blanche,” the first book of Canadian Contemporary Photographers, which is available worldwide.Beyond his work behind the camera, Carty is passionate about mentoring emerging photographers. He shares his 34 years of experience through his active YouTube channel, where he offers free professional photography education that cuts through the noise with authenticity and directness. In Jan 2024, he founded The Carty Method, a comprehensive professional photography education system designed for the modern creator, helping photographers transition from struggling to thriving in the 21st century creative industry.” -Tim Foran.⚠️⚠️ S P O N S O R S ⚠️⚠️💫 PIXPA The go-to website builder for top creatives https://bit.ly/pixpasc 50% off annual plans for my viewers using code PXREF50💫 INDY. The ultimate workspace for photographers looking to grow their business. https://weareindy.com/steve-carty or use code CARTY35 to get 35% of your Pro Plan’s first year. 💥💫 SENJA. Collect Testimonials like a Champ using Senja! Use my link to support what I’m doing with this channel 👉🏾 https://bit.ly/tcm-senja 💫 SCOREAPP. Simply the best lead generation system I’ve ever seen. 👉🏾 https://bit.ly/scoreappsc Inquiries: [email protected] (spam protected auto generated email address)

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. ✅ In today’s episode, I walk you through the best Black Friday Amazon deals every emerging photographer should pay attention to. I am talking about real value, real gear, and real tools that actually help you make better pictures and run a stronger photography business. Nothing sponsored. Nothing fluffy. Just the exact deals I would grab if I were starting out or trying to level up on a budget.

I break down the accessories, storage solutions, lighting tools, and workflow essentials that deliver the biggest bang for your dollar. If you are trying to build your kit, improve your on-set workflow, or make smarter business decisions with your money, this episode is going to help you stretch every single dollar farther.

My goal here is simple. I want you to stop buying gear that looks cool and start buying gear that makes you money. View my entire gearlist here

https://www.stevecarty.com/gear

The Carty Method Podcast #67 - Black Friday Gear Deals Photographers Shouldn’t Miss

CANON EOS R50 V + RF-S14-30MM F4-6.3 is STM PZ KIT -

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Canon RF35mm F1.8 Macro is STM -

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SmallRig Cage for Canon R5, R5 C, R6 - Aluminum -

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Shure SM7B Vocal Dynamic Microphone -

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DJI Mic Mini (2 TX + 1 RX + Charging Case), Wireless Microphone -

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Edifier R980T 4” Active Bookshelf Speakers - 2.0 Computer Speaker - Powered Studio Monitor (Pair) -

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SmallRig V Mount Battery VB99 Pro, 6700mAh 99Wh 14.8V -

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Godox140cm Top Octagon Softbox Bowens Mount -

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NEEWER Monitor Mount Adapter with VESA Mount -

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Photo Reviews start again next week.

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🧨 I can help you start your Photography Career, right now: 💥

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✅

😎😎 C A R T Y 😎😎

👉🏾 “My goal here is to educate and connect a global network of visual creators.” Learn more about me and see my work at

http://stevecarty.com

“Based in Toronto, Carty works across North America and frequently travels to the UK, Europe, and Central America for his assignments. In 2009, he released his first book, “Positives,” and was selected for “Carte Blanche,” the first book of Canadian Contemporary Photographers, which is available worldwide.

Beyond his work behind the camera, Carty is passionate about mentoring emerging photographers. He shares his 34 years of experience through his active YouTube channel, where he offers free professional photography education that cuts through the noise with authenticity and directness.

In Jan 2024, he founded The Carty Method, a comprehensive professional photography education system designed for the modern creator, helping photographers transition from struggling to thriving in the 21st century creative industry.” -Tim Foran.

⚠️⚠️ S P O N S O R S ⚠️⚠️

💫 PIXPA The go-to website builder for top creatives

https://bit.ly/pixpasc

50% off annual plans for my viewers using code PXREF50

💫 INDY. The ultimate workspace for photographers looking to grow their business.

https://weareindy.com/steve-carty

or use code CARTY35 to get 35% of your Pro Plan’s first year. 💥

💫 SENJA. Collect Testimonials like a Champ using Senja! Use my link to support what I’m doing with this channel 👉🏾

https://bit.ly/tcm-senja

💫 SCOREAPP. Simply the best lead generation system I’ve ever seen. 👉🏾

https://bit.ly/scoreappsc

Inquiries: [email protected] (spam protected auto generated email address)

Join Portfolio Lab 👉🏾 https://www.thecartymethod.com/portfoliolab. ✅ You think you’re trying hard. I used to think the same thing.

But most emerging photographers and creative pros are not operating anywhere near their real limits. We’re operating at the edge of our comfort. That’s why growth feels slow. That’s why progress stalls. And that’s why so many talented creatives never unlock the career they say they want.

In today’s episode, I break down the truth about “trying harder.” What it actually looks like. What it actually feels like. And why most of us stop the moment things get uncomfortable. I’m going to walk you through the difference between wanting success and working for it. Wanting is emotional. Working is measurable.

I talk about the moments in my own photography career where my hand was forced. The times I had no backup plan. No safety net. No choice but to level up. And more importantly, how you can learn to raise your standards before life forces you to.

If you’re an emerging photographer or creative professional who wants to grow in 2025, this episode will hit you hard. And maybe that’s exactly what you need.

If this brings you value, subscribe. it’s free.

The Carty Method Podcast #66 - The Brutal Truth About Effort, Trying Hard & Caring

I had a struggling photography business that was barely holding on. I’d been a pro for decades, but the industry changes fast. I was terrible at reaching out and getting new work. I tried showing up on social media, but when it didn’t pay off fast enough, I wasn’t consistent. I thought I was working hard — every day I did something for my photo business — but none of it moved the needle. It was all busy work.

Photo Reviews start again next week.

Learn more this incredible story here 👉🏾 https://stevecarty.substack.com/p/i-had-a-brain-tumour-that-was-cancer

Follow me on instragram here for more updates with me and this story https://www.instagram.com/stevecarty/

Did my first shoot yesterday, check my latest post there.

Tuesday Portfolio Reviews. Thursday Pro Assignment Reviews

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HOW TO SUBMIT:

* Join Portfolio Lab here 👉🏾 https://www.thecartymethod.com/portfoliolab

* Join my “Weekly Assignment” posted inside my Portfolio Lab Community as soon as the episode ends.

* SUBMIT IMAGES 4000px wide @ 100dpi through my assignments folder

* Mark Submission Complete.

==============================

🧨 I can help you start your Photography Career, right now: 💥

https://thecartymethod.com

✅

😎😎 C A R T Y 😎😎

👉🏾 “My goal here is to educate and connect a global network of visual creators.” Learn more about me and see my work at

http://stevecarty.com

“Based in Toronto, Carty works across North America and frequently travels to the UK, Europe, and Central America for his assignments. In 2009, he released his first book, “Positives,” and was selected for “Carte Blanche,” the first book of Canadian Contemporary Photographers, which is available worldwide.

Beyond his work behind the camera, Carty is passionate about mentoring emerging photographers. He shares his 34 years of experience through his active YouTube channel, where he offers free professional photography education that cuts through the noise with authenticity and directness.

In Jan 2024, he founded The Carty Method, a comprehensive professional photography education system designed for the modern creator, helping photographers transition from struggling to thriving in the 21st century creative industry.” -Tim Foran.

⚠️⚠️ S P O N S O R S ⚠️⚠️

💫 PIXPA The go-to website builder for top creatives https://bit.ly/pixpasc 50% off annual plans for my viewers using code PXREF50

💫 INDY. The ultimate workspace for photographers looking to grow their business. https://weareindy.com/steve-carty or use code CARTY35 to get 35% of your Pro Plan’s first year. 💥

💫 SENJA. Collect Testimonials like a Champ using Senja! Use my link to support what I’m doing with this channel 👉🏾 https://bit.ly/tcm-senja

💫 SCOREAPP. Simply the best lead generation system I’ve ever seen. 👉🏾 https://bit.ly/scoreappsc

💫 OPUS CLIP is #1 AI video clipping and editing tool that repurposes your long videos into viral short videos in one click. https://bit.ly/opusprosc

“Some are leaves. Some are branches. True creativity lives in our roots. Our seeds are our ideas. You have to dig deep and plant your ideas solid in the right place to be able to reach the sky.” - CARTY

Inquiries: [email protected] (spam protected auto generated email address)

Join Portfolio Lab 👉🏾 https://www.thecartymethod.com/portfoliolab. ✅ When you make pictures with intention and show only the work that aligns with the clients you want, everything changes. Your portfolio becomes a magnet. It pulls the right people toward you and filters out the rest.

If this brings you value, subscribe. it’s free.

The Carty Method Podcast #64 - 3 Lighting Lessons to Steal This Week: Photo Masters

I had a struggling photography business that was barely holding on. I’d been a pro for decades, but the industry changes fast. I was terrible at reaching out and getting new work. I tried showing up on social media, but when it didn’t pay off fast enough, I wasn’t consistent. I thought I was working hard — every day I did something for my photo business — but none of it moved the needle. It was all busy work.

Photo Reviews start again next week.

Learn more this incredible story here 👉🏾 https://stevecarty.substack.com/p/i-had-a-brain-tumour-that-was-cancer

Follow me on instragram here for more updates with me and this story https://www.instagram.com/stevecarty/

Did my first shoot yesterday, check my latest post there.

Tuesday Portfolio Reviews. Thursday Pro Assignment Reviews

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HOW TO SUBMIT:

* Join Portfolio Lab here 👉🏾 https://www.thecartymethod.com/portfoliolab

* Join my “Weekly Assignment” posted inside my Portfolio Lab Community as soon as the episode ends.

* SUBMIT IMAGES 4000px wide @ 100dpi through my assignments folder

* Mark Submission Complete.

==============================

🧨 I can help you start your Photography Career, right now: 💥

https://thecartymethod.com

✅

😎😎 C A R T Y 😎😎

👉🏾 “My goal here is to educate and connect a global network of visual creators.” Learn more about me and see my work at

http://stevecarty.com

“Based in Toronto, Carty works across North America and frequently travels to the UK, Europe, and Central America for his assignments. In 2009, he released his first book, “Positives,” and was selected for “Carte Blanche,” the first book of Canadian Contemporary Photographers, which is available worldwide.

Beyond his work behind the camera, Carty is passionate about mentoring emerging photographers. He shares his 34 years of experience through his active YouTube channel, where he offers free professional photography education that cuts through the noise with authenticity and directness.

In Jan 2024, he founded The Carty Method, a comprehensive professional photography education system designed for the modern creator, helping photographers transition from struggling to thriving in the 21st century creative industry.” -Tim Foran.

⚠️⚠️ S P O N S O R S ⚠️⚠️

💫 PIXPA The go-to website builder for top creatives https://bit.ly/pixpasc 50% off annual plans for my viewers using code PXREF50

💫 INDY. The ultimate workspace for photographers looking to grow their business. https://weareindy.com/steve-carty or use code CARTY35 to get 35% of your Pro Plan’s first year. 💥

💫 SENJA. Collect Testimonials like a Champ using Senja! Use my link to support what I’m doing with this channel 👉🏾 https://bit.ly/tcm-senja

💫 SCOREAPP. Simply the best lead generation system I’ve ever seen. 👉🏾 https://bit.ly/scoreappsc

💫 OPUS CLIP is #1 AI video clipping and editing tool that repurposes your long videos into viral short videos in one click. https://bit.ly/opusprosc

“Some are leaves. Some are branches. True creativity lives in our roots. Our seeds are our ideas. You have to dig deep and plant your ideas solid in the right place to be able to reach the sky.” - CARTY

Inquiries: [email protected] (spam protected auto generated email address)

Watch the video stream of the Podcast here: https://youtube.com/live/jx-z_-ngvKsJoin Portfolio Lab 👉🏾 https://www.thecartymethod.com/portfoliolab. ✅ YouTube Description

If you want to master photography, you must master light. Today on The Carty Method Podcast, I break down three lighting lessons you should steal this week from three of the most influential photographers of all time: Yousuf Karsh, Richard Avedon, and Helmut Newton.

Each of these masters shaped the visual language we still use today. Their lighting philosophies are as relevant in 2025 as they were decades ago, and when you apply them to your own work, your pictures instantly gain weight, intention, and emotion.

I’ll walk you through what made each master iconic, how their lighting created story and character, and most importantly… how you can put these ideas into practice right now to level up your portrait work.

This is not about copying. It’s about studying, transforming, and evolving lessons from the greats so you can build a lighting voice that is truly your own.

If you’ve ever wanted to make pictures that feel more intentional, more elegant, more honest, or more dramatic, this episode is for you. If this brings you value, subscribe. it’s free.

The Carty Method Podcast #64 - 3 Lighting Lessons to Steal This Week: Photo Masters

I had a struggling photography business that was barely holding on. I’d been a pro for decades, but the industry changes fast. I was terrible at reaching out and getting new work. I tried showing up on social media, but when it didn’t pay off fast enough, I wasn’t consistent. I thought I was working hard — every day I did something for my photo business — but none of it moved the needle. It was all busy work.

Photo Reviews start again next week.

Learn more this incredible story here 👉🏾 https://stevecarty.substack.com/p/i-had-a-brain-tumour-that-was-cancer

Follow me on instragram here for more updates with me and this story https://www.instagram.com/stevecarty/

Did my first shoot yesterday, check my latest post there.

Tuesday Portfolio Reviews. Thursday Pro Assignment Reviews

==============================

HOW TO SUBMIT:

* Join Portfolio Lab here 👉🏾 https://www.thecartymethod.com/portfoliolab

* Join my “Weekly Assignment” posted inside my Portfolio Lab Community as soon as the episode ends.

* SUBMIT IMAGES 4000px wide @ 100dpi through my assignments folder

* Mark Submission Complete.

==============================

🧨 I can help you start your Photography Career, right now: 💥

https://thecartymethod.com

✅

😎😎 C A R T Y 😎😎

👉🏾 “My goal here is to educate and connect a global network of visual creators.” Learn more about me and see my work at

http://stevecarty.com

“Based in Toronto, Carty works across North America and frequently travels to the UK, Europe, and Central America for his assignments. In 2009, he released his first book, “Positives,” and was selected for “Carte Blanche,” the first book of Canadian Contemporary Photographers, which is available worldwide.

Beyond his work behind the camera, Carty is passionate about mentoring emerging photographers. He shares his 34 years of experience through his active YouTube channel, where he offers free professional photography education that cuts through the noise with authenticity and directness.

In Jan 2024, he founded The Carty Method, a comprehensive professional photography education system designed for the modern creator, helping photographers transition from struggling to thriving in the 21st century creative industry.” -Tim Foran.

⚠️⚠️ S P O N S O R S ⚠️⚠️

💫 PIXPA The go-to website builder for top creatives https://bit.ly/pixpasc 50% off annual plans for my viewers using code PXREF50

💫 INDY. The ultimate workspace for photographers looking to grow their business. https://weareindy.com/steve-carty or use code CARTY35 to get 35% of your Pro Plan’s first year. 💥

💫 SENJA. Collect Testimonials like a Champ using Senja! Use my link to support what I’m doing with this channel 👉🏾 https://bit.ly/tcm-senja

💫 SCOREAPP. Simply the best lead generation system I’ve ever seen. 👉🏾 https://bit.ly/scoreappsc

💫 OPUS CLIP is #1 AI video clipping and editing tool that repurposes your long videos into viral short videos in one click. https://bit.ly/opusprosc

“Some are leaves. Some are branches. True creativity lives in our roots. Our seeds are our ideas. You have to dig deep and plant your ideas solid in the right place to be able to reach the sky.” - CARTY

Inquiries: [email protected] (spam protected auto generated email address)

Join Portfolio Lab 👉🏾 https://www.thecartymethod.com/portfoliolab. Visual stories with our photography and videos is how we get market share. How we get traction. Today i’ll show you in the most easy to understand way, how to add storytelling to your work so you grab and hold attention. This is just one of the many things that photographers miss that block them from being full time pros.

If this brings you value, subscribe. it’s free.

I had a struggling photography business that was barely holding on. I’d been a pro for decades, but the industry changes fast. I was terrible at reaching out and getting new work. I tried showing up on social media, but when it didn’t pay off fast enough, I wasn’t consistent. I thought I was working hard — every day I did something for my photo business — but none of it moved the needle. It was all busy work.

Photo Reviews start again next week.

Learn more this incredible story here 👉🏾 https://stevecarty.substack.com/p/i-had-a-brain-tumour-that-was-cancer

Follow me on instragram here for more updates with me and this story https://www.instagram.com/stevecarty/

Did my first shoot yesterday, check my latest post there.

Tuesday Portfolio Reviews. Thursday Pro Assignment Reviews

==============================

HOW TO SUBMIT:

* Join Portfolio Lab here 👉🏾 https://www.thecartymethod.com/portfoliolab

* Join my “Weekly Assignment” posted inside my Portfolio Lab Community as soon as the episode ends.

* SUBMIT IMAGES 4000px wide @ 100dpi through my assignments folder

* Mark Submission Complete.

==============================

🧨 I can help you start your Photography Career, right now: 💥

https://thecartymethod.com

✅

😎😎 C A R T Y 😎😎

👉🏾 “My goal here is to educate and connect a global network of visual creators.” Learn more about me and see my work at

http://stevecarty.com

“Based in Toronto, Carty works across North America and frequently travels to the UK, Europe, and Central America for his assignments. In 2009, he released his first book, “Positives,” and was selected for “Carte Blanche,” the first book of Canadian Contemporary Photographers, which is available worldwide.

Beyond his work behind the camera, Carty is passionate about mentoring emerging photographers. He shares his 34 years of experience through his active YouTube channel, where he offers free professional photography education that cuts through the noise with authenticity and directness.

In Jan 2024, he founded The Carty Method, a comprehensive professional photography education system designed for the modern creator, helping photographers transition from struggling to thriving in the 21st century creative industry.” -Tim Foran.

⚠️⚠️ S P O N S O R S ⚠️⚠️

💫 PIXPA The go-to website builder for top creatives https://bit.ly/pixpasc 50% off annual plans for my viewers using code PXREF50

💫 INDY. The ultimate workspace for photographers looking to grow their business. https://weareindy.com/steve-carty or use code CARTY35 to get 35% of your Pro Plan’s first year. 💥

💫 SENJA. Collect Testimonials like a Champ using Senja! Use my link to support what I’m doing with this channel 👉🏾 https://bit.ly/tcm-senja

💫 SCOREAPP. Simply the best lead generation system I’ve ever seen. 👉🏾 https://bit.ly/scoreappsc

💫 OPUS CLIP is #1 AI video clipping and editing tool that repurposes your long videos into viral short videos in one click. https://bit.ly/opusprosc

“Some are leaves. Some are branches. True creativity lives in our roots. Our seeds are our ideas. You have to dig deep and plant your ideas solid in the right place to be able to reach the sky.” - CARTY

Inquiries: [email protected] (spam protected auto generated email address)

Today I’ll share some of my trade secrets as to how I get perfect photo shoots every time that leave clients happy, publications calling you back and everyone calling you a “sure thing”. But you only learn this if you watch.

If this brings you value, subscribe. it’s free.

I had a struggling photography business that was barely holding on. I’d been a pro for decades, but the industry changes fast. I was terrible at reaching out and getting new work. I tried showing up on social media, but when it didn’t pay off fast enough, I wasn’t consistent. I thought I was working hard — every day I did something for my photo business — but none of it moved the needle. It was all busy work.

Photo Reviews start again next week.

Learn more this incredible story here 👉🏾 https://stevecarty.substack.com/p/i-had-a-brain-tumour-that-was-cancer

Follow me on instragram here for more updates with me and this story https://www.instagram.com/stevecarty/

Did my first shoot yesterday, check my latest post there.

Tuesday Portfolio Reviews. Thursday Pro Assignment Reviews

==============================

HOW TO SUBMIT:

* Join Portfolio Lab here 👉🏾 https://www.thecartymethod.com/portfoliolab

* Join my “Weekly Assignment” posted inside my Portfolio Lab Community as soon as the episode ends.

* SUBMIT IMAGES 4000px wide @ 100dpi through my assignments folder

* Mark Submission Complete.

==============================

🧨 I can help you start your Photography Career, right now: 💥

https://thecartymethod.com

✅

😎😎 C A R T Y 😎😎

👉🏾 “My goal here is to educate and connect a global network of visual creators.” Learn more about me and see my work at

http://stevecarty.com

“Based in Toronto, Carty works across North America and frequently travels to the UK, Europe, and Central America for his assignments. In 2009, he released his first book, “Positives,” and was selected for “Carte Blanche,” the first book of Canadian Contemporary Photographers, which is available worldwide.

Beyond his work behind the camera, Carty is passionate about mentoring emerging photographers. He shares his 34 years of experience through his active YouTube channel, where he offers free professional photography education that cuts through the noise with authenticity and directness.

In Jan 2024, he founded The Carty Method, a comprehensive professional photography education system designed for the modern creator, helping photographers transition from struggling to thriving in the 21st century creative industry.” -Tim Foran.

⚠️⚠️ S P O N S O R S ⚠️⚠️

💫 PIXPA The go-to website builder for top creatives https://bit.ly/pixpasc 50% off annual plans for my viewers using code PXREF50

💫 INDY. The ultimate workspace for photographers looking to grow their business. https://weareindy.com/steve-carty or use code CARTY35 to get 35% of your Pro Plan’s first year. 💥

💫 SENJA. Collect Testimonials like a Champ using Senja! Use my link to support what I’m doing with this channel 👉🏾 https://bit.ly/tcm-senja

💫 SCOREAPP. Simply the best lead generation system I’ve ever seen. 👉🏾 https://bit.ly/scoreappsc

💫 OPUS CLIP is #1 AI video clipping and editing tool that repurposes your long videos into viral short videos in one click. https://bit.ly/opusprosc

“Some are leaves. Some are branches. True creativity lives in our roots. Our seeds are our ideas. You have to dig deep and plant your ideas solid in the right place to be able to reach the sky.” - CARTY

Inquiries: [email protected] (spam protected auto generated email address)

I had a struggling photography business that was barely holding on. I’d been a pro for decades, but the industry changes fast. I was terrible at reaching out and getting new work. I tried showing up on social media, but when it didn’t pay off fast enough, I wasn’t consistent. I thought I was working hard — every day I did something for my photo business — but none of it moved the needle. It was all busy work.

Photo Reviews start again next week.

Learn more this incredible story here 👉🏾 https://stevecarty.substack.com/p/i-had-a-brain-tumour-that-was-cancer

Follow me on instragram here for more updates with me and this story https://www.instagram.com/stevecarty/

Did my first shoot yesterday, check my latest post there.

Tuesday Portfolio Reviews. Thursday Pro Assignment Reviews

==============================

HOW TO SUBMIT:

* Join Portfolio Lab here 👉🏾 https://www.thecartymethod.com/portfoliolab

* Join my “Weekly Assignment” posted inside my Portfolio Lab Community as soon as the episode ends.

* SUBMIT IMAGES 4000px wide @ 100dpi through my assignments folder

* Mark Submission Complete.

==============================

🧨 I can help you start your Photography Career, right now: 💥

https://thecartymethod.com

✅

😎😎 C A R T Y 😎😎

👉🏾 “My goal here is to educate and connect a global network of visual creators.” Learn more about me and see my work at

http://stevecarty.com

“Based in Toronto, Carty works across North America and frequently travels to the UK, Europe, and Central America for his assignments. In 2009, he released his first book, “Positives,” and was selected for “Carte Blanche,” the first book of Canadian Contemporary Photographers, which is available worldwide.

Beyond his work behind the camera, Carty is passionate about mentoring emerging photographers. He shares his 34 years of experience through his active YouTube channel, where he offers free professional photography education that cuts through the noise with authenticity and directness.

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Photographers I showed today

https://www.candacemeyer.com/untitled...

https://www.pascalshirley.com/portfolio

https://www.dsreps.com/slideshow/bryc...

https://www.chrisbuck.com/main/lifestyle

https://coreyfishes.com/albums/fish-w...

https://kareemblack.com/PORTFOLIO/thumbs

https://markseliger.com/topic/portrai...

https://www.jillgreenberg.com/work2#c...

https://www.thesartorialist.com/