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In Conversation: Shawn Lee on Partnership, Process, and Documenting a City in Motion

MAY

06

2026

We had the pleasure of catching up with Shawn Lee, a talented photographer based in Detroit, Michigan. It’s been a while since we last ...

MAY

05

2026

How to Create a Brand-New Photography ...

Starting a brand-new website can feel overwhelming. What do you write? What sections do you need? How do you make it actually sound like ...

MAY

04

2026

Build a New Page in Seconds with ...

Creating a new page for your website used to mean starting from scratch—choosing layouts, adding content, tweaking design, and hoping ...

APR

29

2026

What's New - April 2026

This month’s new releases are all about saving you time and making content creation easier than ever. With the launch of our new AI Blog and ...

APR

21

2026

Free QR Code Generator - Create Codes ...

Free QR Code Generator: How to Make a QR Code for Any Link Looking for a free QR code generator? You’re in the right place. PhotoBiz knows ...

APR

13

2026

Getting Started with the PhotoBiz Blog ...

Writing is something many of us are scared to do, don't have time for, or when we do sit down to write we don't know what to say. Blogging, and ...

APR

09

2026

How to Build a Consistent Marketing ...

Note: The PhotoBiz AI Blog Creator, now accessible to every account. Blogging isn’t the problem for most photographers anymore. PhotoBiz's ...

APR

09

2026

Blog in seconds with the New PhotoBiz ...

Note: The PhotoBiz AI Blog Creator, now accessible to every account. Blogging has long been one of the most effective ways for photographers to ...

APR

02

2026

10 Years of PhotoBiz Email Marketing: ...

For over a decade, PhotoBiz has helped photographers stay connected with their clients through built-in email marketing—no ...

MAR

31

2026

What's New - March 2026

This month’s updates help you work smarter. From fresh new layouts to enhanced AI capabilities and improved ecommerce insights, these features ...

MAR

19

2026

Five Years Later: How Jaimy Ellis ...

It’s been more than five years since we last featured Jaimy Ellis on the PhotoBiz blog—and as anyone who’s been in business for ...

MAR

12

2026

Beyond the Lens: Monetizing Photography ...

Many photographers build their businesses around one primary source of income: book a session, shoot the job, deliver the photos, get paid.It ...

MAR

04

2026

How to Turn Spring Mini Sessions Into a ...

Spring mini sessions can be one of the most profitable weekends of your year.Families are ready for updated photos. Seniors are nearing graduation. ...

FEB

25

2026

What's New - February 2026

Layouts, layouts, and more layouts. That’s the focus of this month’s releases. It’s all about giving you more ways to visually ...

FEB

20

2026

From SEO to AEO: How Photographers Can ...

Introduction: The New Era of SearchSearch is changing – fast. For years, photographers relied on traditional SEO (Search Engine Optimization) ...

FEB

18

2026

Change Your PhotoBiz Template Anytime — ...

Originally published sept 2022, revised feb 2026. Website design should be easy, including refreshing the design of your site. Unfortunately, ...

FEB

09

2026

Learn How Mini Session Workflows Work ...

Mini sessions can be one of the most profitable offerings for photographers — but only when they’re organized.Without a system, mini ...

FEB

05

2026

Getting Started With PhotoBiz Guide

Starting a website for your business can be both exciting and challenging. If the web isn’t your thing, we get it. Not everyone wants to tackle ...

FEB

04

2026

4 Modern Website Templates Built for ...

Ready for a fresh dose of website inspiration? We just released four modern website templates designed to help photographers showcase their ...

JAN

29

2026

What's New - January 2026

This month’s releases help you get online faster and make a strong first impression. From our all-new AI Website Creator that will build web ...

JAN

29

2026

Event Recap: Inside the PhotoBiz ...

Last week, we hosted a live PhotoBiz MasterClass focused on one question photographers ask all the time:“How do I build a professional website ...

JAN

27

2026

A Website Makeover in Minutes: Jenn ...

When you’re a working photographer, your website is supposed to be your best salesperson. The problem is… it also wants to be a ...

JAN

21

2026

Prepping Your Client Galleries for ...

Wedding season has a way of sneaking up fast. One minute you’re booking consults, the next you’re delivering galleries back-to-back while ...

JAN

15

2026

The Speed of Building a Website: ...

Building a website has long been something people either explored early on or avoided entirely. For many business owners, it felt too technical, too ...

JAN

14

2026

How Photographers Are Using AI Without ...

Artificial intelligence is no longer a futuristic concept in photography. It’s embedded in workflows from capture to business management. The ...

JAN

07

2026

Website Tips for 2026: What Today’s ...

Photography websites in 2026 aren’t about doing more — they’re about doing the right things better.Consumers are faster, more ...

DEC

30

2025

What's New - 2025 Recap

This year, we continued to make it easier to build, manage, and grow your website. From more options to use PhotoBiz AI and improved scheduling ...

DEC

19

2025

GEO is Rising, but SEO Still Rules: ...

Generative Engine Optimization (GEO) is the new buzzword in marketing. With AI-driven tools like ChatGPT, Google Gemini, ...

DEC

17

2025

New Layouts, Better Storytelling: Your ...

Over the past year, PhotoBiz has rolled out some of the most creative, flexible, and visually powerful layout tools ever introduced to the platform. ...

DEC

09

2025

AI Prompts Photographers Should Use in ...

The world of photography is changing rapidly, and 2026 is poised to be a landmark year for AI-driven marketing strategies. Whether you’re ...

DEC

05

2025

Your Top PhotoBiz Questions Answered!

Every day, photographers jump into PhotoBiz with the same goal: build a beautiful, powerful website and run their business online without needing a ...

DEC

02

2025

How to Remove Backgrounds With Sora: ...

Stuck with a logo with a background with no way to remove it? If you’re looking for a fast and reliable way to remove image backgrounds using ...

NOV

25

2025

What's New - November 2025

This month’s releases are all about giving you more creative ways to design and refine your website. Explore the fresh new layouts that help ...

NOV

19

2025

Introducing Story Panels: A Dynamic New ...

Your website should do more than display information, it should tell a story. That’s why we’re excited to introduce Story ...

NOV

19

2025

Why Adding Video to Your Website Can ...

In today’s online world, photos are powerful — but video is magnetic. It pulls people in, builds connection, and turns browsers ...

OCT

29

2025

What's New - October 2025

From AI-powered one-click text enhancements to brand-new video layouts and the ability to upload videos directly to list blocks, this month’s ...

OCT

28

2025

Google vs. ChatGPT: What 2025’s Search ...

The Changing Landscape of SearchFor years, photographers have relied on Google—whether for business visibility, marketing research, or ...

OCT

28

2025

👻 Scary Website Mistakes to Avoid in ...

Your website shouldn’t haunt your visitors — but for too many businesses, it does. In 2025, small design choices, outdated tech, or ...

OCT

24

2025

Offline SEO for Photographers: How ...

The Problem with Living Entirely OnlineIn today’s world, photographers are told that everything happens online. SEO, social media, and digital ...

OCT

22

2025

ChatGPT Atlas + PhotoBiz AI: The ...

Photographers now have incredible AI tools to make their work easier and faster. Two of the best are ChatGPT Atlas, OpenAI’s new ...

OCT

15

2025

From Stage to Studio: Kate DeCoste’s ...

When you walk into Kate DeCoste’s photography studio in Wahoo, Nebraska, the first thing you’ll notice is the doormat that reads, ...

OCT

14

2025

Quickly Prep Your Website for Black ...

There’s something about this time of year that signals it’s time to shift gears. The light changes, the pace picks up, and suddenly every ...

OCT

08

2025

Mini Session Scheduling Made Easy: Book ...

Mini sessions are a powerhouse for photographers: short, themed shoots that bring in a high volume of clients in a single day. They create buzz, keep ...

SEP

30

2025

What's New - September 2025

From smarter AI tools for SEO to new templates and navigation enhancements, this month’s new releases for the PhotoBiz Website Builder give you ...

SEP

19

2025

SEO Without the Overwhelm: Tips for ...

This Week on The One Behind The Lens Hosted by Kate DeCosteLet’s Talk SEO (Without the Overwhelm) 👋We get it—Search Engine ...

SEP

17

2025

4 New Website Templates to Showcase ...

Looking for a new way to showcase your work? Our four newest PhotoBiz website templates are here to inspire you. Whether you’re ready to ...

SEP

16

2025

How to Remove the Background from Your ...

Got a Logo with a Background? ChatGPT Can Help You Make It TransparentHave a great logo—but it's stuck inside a white box?Whether you're trying ...

SEP

05

2025

AI Search Visibility: What ...

Search is changing—and fast. If you’re a photographer trying to attract new clients online, you’ve probably noticed that the ...

SEP

03

2025

ALCHEMY: A Smarter Way to Plan Your ...

Building a website isn’t just about choosing a pretty template or the right colors.It’s about strategy.It’s about knowing your ...

SEP

03

2025

The Photographer’s Guide to One-Page ...

When to Use Them, How They Work, and What to Consider Before You Build What is a One-Page Website? A one-page website is a single, ...

AUG

27

2025

What's New - August 2025

We’re excited to announce the latest updates to the PhotoBiz Website Builder for August 2025, designed to give you more control and ...

AUG

26

2025

Alt Text for Photographers: Boost Your ...

What is Alt Text?Alt Text (short for “Alternative Text”) is a short written description of an image that helps both people and ...

AUG

25

2025

Client Connection: The Soul To Great ...

As photographers, we invest time perfecting lighting setups, refining editing techniques, and curating beautiful locations. But there’s one ...

AUG

20

2025

Quick & Easy Ways to Refresh Your ...

When you’re running a photography business (or any creative business, really), your time is one of your most precious resources. You’re ...

AUG

07

2025

Will Google’s AI Mode Make It Harder ...

In May 2025, Google launched something game-changing: AI Mode for Search.It’s fast, smart, and conversational—powered by ...

AUG

06

2025

How to Pick the Best Domain Name + Easy ...

Choosing a domain name is one of the most important steps in branding your business. It should be easy to remember, reflect your identity, and help ...

AUG

05

2025

PhotoBiz AI Featured ON PPA’s 2025 Hot ...

We’re thrilled to share that PhotoBiz AI has been featured in the 2025 edition of Hot Ones, the annual buyer’s guide from Professional ...

AUG

01

2025

ICYMI Here’s What’s New at PhotoBiz: ...

2025 has included some awe-inspiring updates to PhotoBiz, especially for web design. Over the past few months, we’ve introduced powerful new ...

JUL

30

2025

What's New - July 2025

This month, we focused on enhancing the PhotoBiz Website Builder through new layouts and domain management settings. Discover all our latest releases ...

JUL

22

2025

Introducing “The One Behind the Lens” — ...

We’re thrilled to share something special with our community! Starting August 4th, we're teaming up with one of our incredible clients and ...

JUL

16

2025

4 New Website Templates Photographers ...

We just launched 4 fresh website templates! Each one is designed to showcase your work beautifully and help you attract more clients. Whether ...

JUL

09

2025

NEW Landing Page Designs from PhotoBiz: ...

We’re excited to unveil four brand-new predesigned landing pages now available inside the PhotoBiz builder—crafted specifically ...

JUL

02

2025

5 Ways to Get Paid as a Photographer ...

Getting paid as a photographer shouldn’t feel like a full-time job. If you’ve ever chased down a deposit, fumbled with late payments, or ...

JUN

25

2025

What's New - June 2025

We're excited to introduce new enhancements to the PhotoBiz Website Builder — giving you more control over slideshow speed, autoplay settings, ...

JUN

24

2025

The Best Linktree Alternative for 2025: ...

If you’re searching for the best Linktree alternative in 2025, you’re not alone. Thousands of creators, small business owners, and ...

JUN

18

2025

Rebekah Gregg Photography: Capturing ...

Rebekah Gregg has built her photography business on a foundation of authenticity, personalization, and an unwavering commitment to delivering ...

JUN

11

2025

SEO Blogging Prompts for Photographers

Use PhotoBiz AI to Turn Ideas Into SEO-Friendly Blog PostsIf you're a photographer trying to stand out online, you’ve probably heard this ...

JUN

04

2025

SEO Writing Prompts for Photographers

How to Use PhotoBiz AI to Write SEO-Optimized Content for Your WebsiteWhether you're a newborn photographer in Nashville or a commercial shooter in ...

MAY

30

2025

Why Your Photography Website Matters ...

Instagram may be the go-to platform for showcasing photography, but if you're serious about growing your business, your website is the real MVP. ...

MAY

28

2025

What's New - May 2025

Our new predesigned blocks stole the show this month. Read on to learn about PhotoBiz’s new releases for May 2025 and what’s coming ...

MAY

22

2025

How Fast Can You Really Build a ...

Launch in Under 5 Hours with PhotoBizIf you're reading this, you're probably wondering: "How long does it actually take to build a website?"The ...

MAY

21

2025

Introducing PhotoBiz Predesigned ...

At PhotoBiz, we know that designing a website from scratch can be time-consuming, especially when you're trying to make the right design choices ...

MAY

14

2025

4 New PhotoBiz Website Templates You’ll ...

We’ve added four new templates — each designed to match the unique vibe of your business and help you stand out online. ...

MAY

13

2025

The All New PhotoBiz: The Fastest Way ...

You already know and love Predesigned Pages—those ready-made layouts that help you launch full pages in just a few clicks. ...

MAY

09

2025

Why Aspect Ratios Matter: Optimizing ...

When it comes to designing a standout photography website, few things are more visually impactful than your images. But there's a silent hero working ...

MAY

05

2025

The Power of Full-Page Animations: Why ...

Grabbing a visitor's attention—and keeping it—is more important than ever. One powerful tool that can help you do just that? Full-page ...

APR

30

2025

What's New - April 2025

Check out PhotoBiz’s new releases for April 2025, including new pre-designed pages, styling options for sitemap blocks, page load animations, ...

APR

23

2025

When to Use Paid Ads vs. Social Media ...

Having an online presence is crucial for photographers looking to grow their business. But with so many marketing options available, one big question ...

APR

17

2025

Bit Rates & Better Videos: Optimizing ...

When adding video to your PhotoBiz website, keeping your content fast-loading and high-quality is key. With PhotoBiz, you can upload videos in two ...

APR

17

2025

Power Up Your Website: 7 Smart Ways to ...

Pop-ups are like digital signposts — when used with care, they guide your visitors toward meaningful actions, like signing up, booking a ...

APR

09

2025

Ask PhotoBiz AI for Help With Your SEO

If you’re looking to improve your website’s visibility but aren’t sure where to start, PhotoBiz AI is here to help! Whether ...

MAR

26

2025

What's New - March 2025

Check out PhotoBiz’s new releases for March 2025, including new templates, video hosting, animations, control panel search options, and text ...

MAR

24

2025

A Guide to Ideal Videos for PhotoBiz’s ...

With PhotoBiz's latest video upload options, understanding file sizes is crucial for optimizing content. PhotoBiz now allows native 4MB video ...

MAR

19

2025

4 New PhotoBiz Website Templates ...

Your website should reflect your unique style and the amazing work you do, and we're thrilled to introduce four brand new templates that can ...

MAR

05

2025

Use Video to Enhance Engagement on Your ...

We recently made some updates to let you upload videos directly to your website, but how important is video? As of 2024, 91% of businesses ...

MAR

05

2025

Directly Upload Videos to Your PhotoBiz ...

We’re thrilled to announce PhotoBiz’s newest feature that allows you to upload videos directly to your website account! Whether ...

FEB

26

2025

What's New - February 2025

Discover the latest updates to the PhotoBiz Website Builder for February 2025, now featuring new block animations, a streamlined control panel search ...

FEB

21

2025

PhotoBiz AI: A How to guide for SEO

PhotoBiz AI is designed to make SEO simpler and more effective for photographers and business owners who want to improve their website ...

FEB

19

2025

Blackall Photography: Capturing Moments ...

Some people know from a young age that they’re destined to be photographers. For Kelly Blackall, the journey wasn’t quite so ...

FEB

12

2025

Make Money with Client Galleries

For photographers, capturing beautiful moments is only part of the equation when running a successful business. The other half lies in presenting ...

JAN

30

2025

Comparing Funnel and Spiderweb Models ...

User experience plays a more significant role in SEO than ever before. Search engines prioritize websites that keep users engaged, provide intuitive ...

JAN

29

2025

What's New - January 2025

We are kicking off the new year with a variety of new releases. Read on to learn what’s new in the PhotoBiz Website Builder in January ...

JAN

22

2025

Introducing 4 Stunning New Templates ...

Creating a website that reflects your unique style has never been easier. Our four newest templates are designed to elevate your online ...

JAN

15

2025

What Is Helpful Content?

We've heard Google say repeatedly that the key to ranking well is to provide content that genuinely helps people and focus on EEAT principles, ...

JAN

15

2025

Understanding Crawled – Currently Not ...

Google Search Console provides invaluable insights into how your website is performing in search results. One status that often raises questions is ...

JAN

07

2025

Understanding Soft 404 Errors in Search ...

Soft 404 errors are a common issue highlighted in Google Search Console that can negatively affect your website's performance. These errors occur ...

DEC

30

2024

What's New - December 2024

We have a mix of new releases to share this month to help you get paid, quickly create blog posts, and add animations to your website. Read on to ...

DEC

19

2024

Everything You Need to Know About ...

Google has announced that it will begin rolling out smaller algorithm updates more frequently, starting with a new update that began this morning. ...

DEC

19

2024

Using Afterpay to Grow Your Photography ...

Photographers know that running a successful business isn’t just about capturing stunning images—it’s about creating an experience ...

DEC

18

2024

Understanding No Index Page Indexing ...

Maintaining visibility on search engines like Google is crucial for website success. The "No Index" tag is a directive that instructs search engines ...