Journal

As a photographer, your website is often the first impression potential clients have of your work and brand. In today’s competitive market, having a stunning, user-friendly website isn’t just a nice-to-have—it’s essential. But how do you create a website that showcases your beautiful images and converts visitors into clients?! We’re thrilled to share insights from […]

Students in our mastermind won’t be surprised by this, but… we LOVE Tim Burton’s Beetlejuice around here. In fact, it’s Charla & Alison’s all-time favorite movie, and the fact that there’s a brand new sequel on the way? We are THRILLED!!! The whole movie could be garbage (it won’t be), and we will still be […]

Let’s talk about something that makes our hearts skip a beat faster than a your highest shutter speed: film photography. Yep, you heard that right – we’re diving deep into the world of analog awesomeness today! Now, we know what you’re thinking. “Film? In 2024? Aren’t we supposed to be living our best digital lives?” […]

It’s time to talk about something that’s been lighting up our DMs lately (pun totally intended). We’re diving deep into the world of direct flash at weddings, and trust us, it’s about to get lit! 💥 If you’ve been following our weekly Instagram AMA sessions, you know this topic comes up ALL the time. So, […]

Charla here! If you’re reading this with one hand while bouncing a baby on your hip, or sneaking in a quick work sesh during naptime, girl, this one’s for you. Let’s dive into the wild world of being a mom AND a boss in the wedding industry, shall we? First things first: Can we get […]

Remember when Taylor Swift dropped that Tortured Poets Department “Fortnight” music video and we all collectively lost our minds? Well, buckle up, because we’re about to take you on a wild ride through our latest shootout editorial that channeled alllll those modern Victorian vibes – with a Develope twist, of course. Picture this: The iconic […]

Remember that time you thought a little drizzle could dampen our spirits? Ha! Clearly, you haven’t met the Develope Academy crew. We just turned Tulsa’s Philbrook Museum into our personal playground, and let me tell you, it was like stepping into a European fairytale… if that fairytale had a heavy dose of Pantone’s 2023 Color […]

Trust us, you won’t want to miss this one! At last year’s Glowchella summit, we brought together a powerhouse panel of industry experts to dive deep into a topic that’s not just close to our hearts, but essential for EVERY photographer: authentically capturing and celebrating diverse skin tones in wedding photography. Key Takeaways That’ll Transform […]

Ready to level up your photography game? We’ve got a treat for you that’s hotter than a Texas summer wedding. In our latest Glow On… podcast episode, “Scene & Heard: Directing With Purpose,” we’re dishing out some serious wisdom that’ll have you feeling like the Spielberg of wedding photography. Lights, Camera, Action: The Director’s Cut […]

Unless you’ve been living under a rock (or, you know, actually shooting weddings instead of scrolling social media 😉), you’ve probably heard about the “Sepia Bride” drama that’s been taking over TikTok. Well, grab your favorite beverage and get comfy, because we are diving deep into this hot topic on our latest Glow On… podcast […]