Interested in starting your own entrepreneurial journey in photography but unsure what to expect? Then read up on our interview with Kara Cooper, owner of Kara Cooper Photography, located in Washougal, WA, USA.
What's your business, and who are your customers?
I'm a portrait, wedding and event photographer.
Tell us about yourself
I began with film and worked with it heavily for the first seven years of my work. I loved investing in what I believed would appear and watching it slowly come to fruition. Experimenting with film types, working with people, and archiving the beautiful places I've been. My career has had that foundation, and I wouldn't have had as much passion for it if I still didn't feel that love for it.
What's your biggest accomplishment as a business owner?
Having to do everything myself. Scheduling, organization, client coordination, sales, creating shoots, editing/retouching, advertising/designing ads, etc. It's allowed me to strengthen my independence which fuels my daily tasks.
What's one of the hardest things that comes with being a business owner?
Being alone a lot. A lone wolf. It's nice sometimes, but sometimes I just want to collaborate in a group and bounce ideas off people, so I try to coordinate projects with others when I can.
What are the top tips you'd give to anyone looking to start, run and grow a business today?
Let the business tell you what it is before heavy planning for the future comes into play. Life doesn't always go by the plan you set forth.
Where can people find you and your business?
Website: https://karacooperphotography.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KaraCooperPhotography
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/karacooperpro/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kara-cooper-6110561a/
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