A World-Class Product Photography

Interested in starting your own entrepreneurial journey in photography but unsure what to expect? Then read up on our interview with John Steele, a Photographer & Founder of StudioSteele, located in Collingwood, Ontario, Canada.

What's your business, and who are your customers?

Commercial product and advertising photography. After 24 years in one of the most competitive photography markets, I have honed my skills and photographic techniques working for many top Brands and Agencies in London, England. We are now located in Collingwood, Ontario, and continue to offer the highest standards of service to our clients.

Tell us about yourself

I began in the film era of photography and studied at Humber College in Rexdale, ON, and it was just what I always wanted to do. Doing it as a business was the next logical step and the most challenging.

What's your biggest accomplishment as a business owner?

Building my own purpose-built studio next to my house.

What's one of the hardest things that comes with being a business owner?

Doing everything else like administration, accounting, marketing...and the list goes on...

What are the top tips you'd give to anyone looking to start, run and grow a business today?

Love what you do.
Do your research,
And if you fall down, get up and keep going.

Where can people find you and your business?

Website: https://digitalproductphotography.ca
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/digitalproductphotography.ca
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/studiosteelephotography

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