Starting From Scratch: Rebuilding Your Photography Business After a Move

Moving to Charleston: One Photographer's Journey of Courage, Growth and Community

In this episode, I'm chatting with photographer Erin Hurst about her inspiring move from Greenbrier County to Charleston, WV (2 hours away). We explore the challenges and triumphs of transition, building new relationships and embracing change in pursuit of passion and success.

Key Topics

• Erin’s background in nonprofit work and transition into photography
• The moment Erin realized photography was her true calling
• The sacrifices and opportunities that come with moving
• Overcoming fears of market saturation and starting fresh
• Strategies for maintaining client relationships across distances
• Building community through networking, and other tips for newcomers
• Personal growth: handling doubts, celebrating small wins and manifesting success
• How social media, branding and personal life intersect with photography career
• Advice for photographers contemplating a move or career shift
• Erin’s favorite subjects: weddings, family sessions, and how her wedding experience informs her current work

Timestamps

00:00 - Welcome and episode overview
02:50 - Erin’s journey from nonprofit to photography
05:20 - The defining moment that sparked her photography career
08:00 - Living in Greenbrier County: paradise and community support
11:35 - Reasons for relocating to Charleston and initial fears
15:10 - Navigating the saturation of the Charleston market
19:00 - Building client relationships remotely and maintaining consistency
22:45 - The importance of asking for help and letting go of ego
26:20 - Skill diversification: headshots, branding, and niche shooting
29:00 - Immersing in Charleston’s business scene and networking tips
32:10 - Personal life updates and balancing creativity with everyday life
35:00 - Reflecting on the move, growth, and future plans

Connect with Erin Hurst

• http://erinhurstphotography.com/
• https://www.facebook.com/erinhurstphotography
• erinhurstphotography@gmail.com