What does it actually take to become a freelance photographer?

In this episode of How To Become A…, Grace sits down with Grace to unpack the honest, behind-the-scenes reality of turning photography from a hobby into a career.

From unpaid internships and temp jobs to shooting for major brands and launching her own agency, this is a transparent conversation about the creative highs and the financial realities of freelance life.

Grace shares:

• Starting with GCSE photography and finding her creative spark

• Why internships matter in creative industries

• Working corporate and knowing when it’s not for you

• Taking the leap into freelance (and saving before you do)

• The reality of inconsistent income

• Why pricing conversations in photography are so important

• Building two brands: personal fashion work vs. event photography

• Securing sponsorships and flying abroad for shoots

• The importance of community in creative industries

She also opens up about:

• Being diagnosed with autism and how that shaped her work style

• Stress in corporate environments

• Why routine matters, even as a freelancer

• Picking up part-time work during quieter seasons

• Setting realistic goals instead of rigid five-year plans

If you’ve ever wondered how photographers actually make money, this episode is for you.

Please note: I had to silence the amount paid for the Converse job as this is under NDA - apologies for the tease!

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