Often we don’t have to reinvent the wheel to learn something new – we can just ask experts in the field who can draw on their experience to enlighten us. Below, we’ve shared insights insiders from various industries have shared with us.

Lydia Hadley | Photographer

A surprising thing I have learned is that the business of photography is mostly about developing a strong connection with your client . It’s not just pictures you’re taking it’s a moment in time you’re capturing whether it’s someones artistic expression, their life’s work or people choosing to spend the rest of their lives together Read more>>

Jimmy Landry | Musician

I don’t think people realize the amount of work that goes into each performance. Countless hours of practice is just the start. Then, especially when starting out, finding the right people to play with. Buying enough quality gear to actually be able to play in front of people. Making sure everyone knows the same songs. Learning how to set everything up, connect speakers, monitors, soundboard, etc. I think a lot of people think everyone just shows up and plays, and every musician can play with anybody. Read more>>

Kala Kannisto | Special Effects and Beauty Makeup Artist for Stage and Film

Being a makeup artist in the film industry is tough! The amount of thought and planning that goes into designing a look and matching what the character is experiencing at that moment in the film is extremely important. It helps sell the overall mood of the film and takes the story to the next level. For example, if the character has just had a difficult event happen, we add stress to the face with makeup, if they are doing difficult physical labor, we add sweat and even just a short shot of a special effects makeup has a lot of factors to consider like “how was this character injured?” “from what direction?” “how old is the injury?” Read more>>

Brandie Herrell | Southeast Sales Executive at Friesens Corporation

Most people think that book printers only manufacture books for large publishing companies. That is simply untrue! Friesens prints custom books for a variety of clients: self-publishing authors, poets, independent publishers, museums, universities, tourism boards, corporations, periodical publishers, historical locations, photographers, artists, and so many more. We love to work directly with a myriad of customers as they craft their ideas in print. Read more>>