Sep 29, 2026
I recently had about 40 people apply to work with me.
Some were great. Some were fine. And some were honestly shocking.
The surprising part? It wasn't necessarily about their photography.
Some of the applicants were probably very talented photographers. But they didn't know how to apply for photography work.
In this...
Sep 1, 2026
What happens when someone uses your photograph without permission? Who actually owns the copyright? Should you register every photo you take? What happens when a client wants the RAW files? And what legal protection do you really have when another photographer, contractor, client, magazine, or business uses your work?
Aug 19, 2026
You created the image. You own the copyright. So what happens when someone uses your photograph without your permission?
In this episode of Beyond the Image, James Patrick breaks down one of the most overlooked parts of running a photography business: understanding and protecting your intellectual property.
James...
Jul 27, 2026
If your answer to every slow season is, "I just need more leads," this episode is for you.
The truth is, most photographers don't have a lead problem—they have a client journey problem.
In this solo episode of Beyond the Image, James Patrick breaks down why chasing more inquiries isn't the answer and why building a...
Jul 22, 2026
You create great work. Your clients love the experience. So why does it still feel like no one knows who you are?
In this episode of Beyond the Image, James Patrick breaks down one of the biggest misconceptions photographers have about growing their business: believing that more followers, more leads, or another...