That Tog Spot exists to share tips and techniques that allow pet and portrait photographers to shoot with confidence. Covering over 10 years worth of Jess’ skills, the content available on YouTube and the sister blog help photographers start on the right track and enhance professional workflows and business strategy to create more profitable portrait photography businesses.

Josiah Blizzard is a Philadelphia-based wedding photographer, filmmaker, educator, husband, and podcaster. He forms a wedding photography duo with his wife, Steph, and they operate just outside of Philadelphia, PA. Although they primarily cover weddings in PA, NJ, and MD, they are passionate about travel and willing to venture to other locations. Josiah takes pride in capturing timeless memories that will be cherished for years, decades, and even centuries. He aims to freeze moments in time, creating a window through which his clients can look back and relive precious moments of their lives, those of their loved ones, and even those of their ancestors. The focus of his content centers around photography and film, with a strong emphasis on wedding photography. He shares behind-the-scenes moments from weddings and engagement shoots, as well as provides valuable tips on how to run a successful photography business. Additionally, he offers an inside look at the software and tools that enable his business to operate smoothly. He is enthusiastic about your interest in his work and is eager to share his knowledge with you, hoping that you will gain valuable insights from his content.

Jessica Whitaker is a photographer and online photography educator based in New York City. She is the founder of Build + Bloom®, an online community of over 300k photographers where she aims to teach them how to create a sustainable photography business in their local area, without the stress of finding clients or wasting time. Jessica offers photography education to photographers of all levels through her podcast, workshops, YouTube channel, and Facebook group. Her educational content is focused on providing easy-to-follow tutorials for beginners, with an emphasis on breaking down the photography process step-by-step, delivering excellent customer service, and encouraging all involved in the photography process.

Joy Michelle founded a wedding and portrait photography business in 2013 and has since been passionate about helping fellow entrepreneurs establish and run businesses that fit into their lives seamlessly. She aims to help photographers transform into "Photobosses" by guiding them on how to market themselves, boost profits, and become fully booked. Having been through the struggle of being ghosted and passed over by clients, Joy understands the frustrations and overwhelm of relying solely on photographic skills to run a business. She knows that building a successful photography business requires much more than talent alone, and therefore provides the tools and proven frameworks that allow photographers to become confident business owners who get booked consistently. Recognizing that running a photography business can be a lonely journey, Joy is here to help fellow photographers go from feeling lost and frustrated to confident and successful.

Vanessa Joy began her professional photography career in 1998, and has since established herself as a prominent figure in the industry. She is a Canon Explorer of Light, and has been an influential speaker for more than ten years. In addition to photography, Vanessa has pursued public speaking and has earned five college degrees. She holds a PPA Photographic Craftsman degree, and has been named a WeddingWire Education Expert. Vanessa has been sponsored by well-known brands such as Canon, Profoto, and Animoto. She has presented at almost every major convention and event in the industry, including CreativeLIVE, The Wedding School, Clickin' Moms, WPPI, ShutterFest, Imaging USA, Wedding MBA, WeddingWire World, and MobileBeat. Vanessa also hosts personal workshops and speaks at various small business and photography conventions worldwide. Her exceptional talent and business acumen have earned her recognition, and both her clients and peers appreciate her informative, open-book style of teaching.

Sophia Carey is a London-based freelance photographer and designer who has been working in the industry for six years. She has experience in various fields of photography and design and has worked with a diverse range of clients across different genres, from fashion to music and lifestyle. Sophia is an active presence on social media and is always eager to interact with her followers. She works with both film and digital photography and has had the privilege of working with some notable clients, including Vodafone and Red Bull, as well as talented individuals such as Leigh-Anne Pinnock of Little Mix, and Georgia Stanway and Mary Earpes of the Lionesses. Sophia's primary focus is on location portraiture, often using natural light, but she is also proficient in studio and event photography. Additionally, Sophia creates educational content on topics such as photography, design, and creative entrepreneurship.

Cassidy Lynne began her career as a photographer and social media manager for a college. After being introduced to the world of photography through her job, she started her own business, offering portrait sessions and eventually her first wedding. Over the course of three years and photographing over 75 weddings, Cassidy fell in love with her work. Her educational content is centered around helping photographers advance their photography businesses. Cassidy understands the day-to-day grind of photographing and editing couples' photos, delivering galleries, and the repetitive cycle that goes with it. Her goal is to support other photographers by providing practical products, free resources, and personalized mentorship. She's dedicated to being a sounding board, advocate, and friend for photographers along the way.

Evan Ranft is a professional photographer and short-form video creator who resides in Atlanta, Georgia. He is best known for his work on several projects, including Toyota Rav4, Montana Cans X Heineken, and MOET & Chandon. Evan is a versatile photographer who not only shoots commercial lifestyle photography but also shares his street photography adventures on YouTube. He has exhibited his work in galleries and recently published a photography book. Evan Ranft's educational content is focused on helping photographers discover new concepts, earn money, and lead an enriched creative life.

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Start your pet photoshoots with this... | Desensitise Animals to Flash for Pet Photography in Studio

HOW TO TWEAK COLOUR TONES IN PHOTOSHOP - A sympathetic, simple way to alter the mood of any image!

DOG PHOTOGRAPHY | Stunning dog portraits - Settings, tips, edit!

Urban Puppy Photoshoot in my hometown! | City Dog Photography How-To

FULL TUTORIAL: Photograph a Black Dog on a Black Background in Studio

HOW TO MAKE EYES POP in 2 minutes in Adobe Lightroom - Dog Photo Editing 101

HOW TO: Photograph Boisterous Dogs | Dog Photography for beaut shots of loveable loonies like Frank

Simple ONE-LIGHT Studio Dog Photography Setup: How to do Butterfly Lighting ft. Bryt

RAW FILE TO FINISHED FILE - Lightroom Editing Tutorial with YOUR Photos - Dog Photo Editing 101

How to Apply Light Gradients in Photoshop - Tips for PERFECT moveable colour application

PHOTOGRAPHY ESSENTIALS: What is a stop of light & why they'll change your photography

How to do Off Camera Flash Dog Photography | Mixing ambient & artificial light to get "WOW" shots

What is Depth of Field & How to alter it for Dog Photography Portraits | WTF is DoF?!

DOG PHOTOGRAPHY Forest Photoshoot - Covering how to find scenes within a location

How to add space in Photoshop to your images... x2 examples

DOG PHOTOGRAPHY IN STUDIO - Dog Photoshoot in Studio & Setup Covered (How to Photograph Dogs!)

DOG PHOTOGRAPHY - How to remove a leash in Photoshop (Complex Removal)

10 TIPS FOR DOG PHOTOGRAPHY - Improve Your Shots with 10 Tips for How To Photograph Dogs

How To Photograph Running Dogs | Action Photography Tips + Behind The Scenes

DOG PHOTOGRAPHY COMPOSITION - Pet Photography Composition Brilliance Can Be Found Here 🤓

DOG PHOTOGRAPHY | Behind the Scenes: Sigma ART 85mm 1.4 DG HSM First Impressions & Portrait Tips

10 Ways to Instantly Improve Your Photos with 2020 Pet Photographer of the Year, Jessica McGovern

How to change colours in Photoshop - Change summer to fall in a few clicks!

DOG PHOTOGRAPHY SPEEDEDIT - An intense Photoshop edit from "oh" to "wow"

8 Tips for Improving Your Pet Family Photos | Photographing Pets & People Together

DOG PHOTOSHOOT - How to work with clients and photograph dogs on leashes for easy editing!

Could this be THE Best Lens for Dog Photography in 2020?! (I think so)

HOW TO EXTEND STUDIO BACKDROPS IN PHOTOSHOP - A Photoshop Tutorial for Dog Photography Studio Work

DOG PHOTOGRAPHY - Quick White Balance Tip in Lightroom!

Easy way to make pets eyes POP! | Retouching Eyes in Photoshop with Curves Adjustment Layers

How To Photograph Fairy Lights | Making holiday lights fluffy circles in your dog photography

LIGHTROOM BASE EDITS FOR ALL RAW FILES - Dog Photo Editing 101

How to become a Professional Dog Photographer: explained in 15 minutes.

HOW TO: Composite images in Photoshop to quickly remove distractions

DOG PHOTOGRAPHY - How to compose and shoot portraits of dogs!

How To: Capture Perspex Lick Shots in Studio | Dog Photography Studio Fun

Horse Photography Basics: Equine Photography Safety, Terminology & Tips ft. "Vera" the Knabstrupper

Multi-Award-Winning Portrait Photographer ROASTS Own Photos | Just me, critiquing 13 years' work...

The Sony 135mm 1.8 GM Lens Review | Award-Winning Portrait Photographer Reviews the 135 1.8 (+ RAWs)

The Reality of APS-C Cropped Sensor Cameras V Full-Frame for Portrait Photography: What's going on?!

How To Use A Rim Light For Portrait Shots in Studio | PIKA200 PRO Giveaway Prize in Use!

How To Prep & Export Photos For Instagram from Photoshop | How I do my simple uncropped carousels!

How to Take Photos like a Professional | Efficient shooting for better, faster, sharper photographs

How to Photograph Portraits in Snow! | Snow Photography Settings 101

The Horse Photoshoot - A behind the scenes, through the lens view of an equine photography session

HOW TO HANDLE A SHOOT IN LIGHTROOM - The best workflow for picking the best photographs!

Sigma ART 20mm 1.4 Review for Portrait Photography - Is this wide angle lens worth it?!

Shooting Pano Portraits & How To Stitch a Panorama in Photoshop | Pano 101, tips and tricks

The How-To of Black Background Horse Photography (No Lights Required!) | Theory + Full Edit

How to Photograph Action in Studio: Freeze Motion like a Treat Catching Pro

How to SHOOT Black Background Horse Photography in Under 5 Minutes (+ Viewfinder View of BTS)

BTS Equine Photography in Studio Light | How To Photograph Horses in Studio (aka, an available barn)

The [Scottish] Horse Photoshoot - Behind the scenes, through the lens view of an equine photograph!

Flash Photography 101: Speedlights v Strobes? Triggers? WTF? | Off Camera Flash for Beginners Part 1

Flash Photography 101: Flash Settings Explained + Exposure! | Off Camera Flash for Beginners Part 2

Curves in Photoshop: Meet Curves & The 10 Basic Adjustments Every Photographer Should Know

FOR YOU: 3 Top Photographers on Finding Your Style as a Photographer

KIT REVIEW: Topaz Labs | Topaz DeNoise AI Review - IT SAVED MY SHOOT!

Photoshop Basics - The Fundamentals of Photoshop for Beginners 2021 | Masks, Layers & Blend Modes

How to prepare your files for Printing - Let's order a Fine Art print!

5 TRUTHS & TIPS for Microstock Photography (& a peak at my $ earnings)

The Magical World of Gradient Maps in Photoshop | Enhance any photograph in seconds!

How To: Closing Gaps Between Subjects | Move parts of an image in Photoshop

How To Use Instagram For Photography | Algorithm Update 2021

How to Blend Different Exposures in Photoshop | Composite Bracketed Photographs Like a Pro

3 WAYS - HOW TO REMOVE COLOUR CASTS IN PHOTOSHOP | Without destroying coat colour

Smart Objects in Photoshop: Why you should use them & how to edit smart objects in Photoshop 2021

How to Remove Anything in Photoshop: Easy way to Remove Equine Photo Halters, Leashes, Fences etc

How to Mask Hair in Photoshop | The Update | Mask fur and hair in Adobe Photoshop 2021 and beyond

Clone AND Heal at the same time | Removing things with the Healing Brush Tool in Photoshop 2022

How to calibrate your monitor for photo editing | Screen calibration with SpyderX

The PRO Photo Editing Step EVERYONE Needs to Know | Advanced Dodge and Burn Photoshop Tutorial

Finding & Fixing Tint and Temp Casts | 4 Sliders to Correct Color Balance in any Photograph

3 Simple Steps for Toning Green in Lightroom | How to Tone Greens in Your Photographs

The NEW Lightroom Masking Tools | 2021 Lightroom Update INCLUDES MASKS AND STUFF!

MAKE EYES POP in Lightroom - Episode 3 - Terrier Dog Photo Editing Series

What is Color Fringing, Why it happens and How to Fix it in Photoshop | Chromatic Aberration 101

Lightroom or Photoshop | What is the difference and which is better?

Retouching Errors that EVERY Photographer Makes | + tips on how to avoid them, of course!

DeNoise AI Tutorial | How I get the most out of Topaz Labs DeNoise AI without destroying data!

How To Remove Stuff IN FRONT of Subjects in Photoshop | Sneaky Little Hack for Foreground Foliage

5 Ways to Remove Things in Photoshop: The 5 tools I use ALL the time!

How to Mask Fur and Hair in Photoshop CC 2023 | Another Update for Masking in Photoshop!

2 SIMPLE STEPS to REMOVE Banding in Photoshop | What is banding + how to fix banding in photographs

Handy contrast and exposure hack in Photoshop CC - The Levels Bump

How To Export from Photoshop like a Pro | Avoid banding, colour shifts and blurry photos forever!

How To Add Watermarks in Photoshop | 3 ways to add a logo to your photos in Adobe Photoshop

How to Shoot ANY White Subject | STOP Blown-Out Highlights | White Dog Example | Photography Tips

How to deal with people copying you | Dealing with copycats in business

THE EXPOSURE TRIANGLE: EXPLAINED - Get Yourself On Manual Mode Like A Pro

Top 10 USEFUL Gifts for Photographers 2020 | From £10 - £200

PERFECT colour every single time | The Datacolor Spyder Checkr is a Game Changer

11 reasons why your photos are blurry (and how to fix that!)

How to get blurry backgrounds in photographs: It's all in the relative distances (and focal length!)

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