THE BLOG

The Myth of the “Do-It-All” Mom There is a common misconception in the creative world that to be a “successful” mother and business owner, you must be able to do everything simultaneously replying to emails while playing Legos or editing galleries during nap time. In this episode, I break down exactly why this mindset is […]

Finding Your Niche in the Motherhood Photography Space Running a motherhood photography business is about more than just taking pretty pictures; it’s about creating a life that supports your values. In this episode, Casey Thornton opens up about her rapid transition from working as a dental hygienist to running a profitable photography brand. By choosing […]

When you’re a creative, especially a mother, running your business often feels like walking a tightrope. In this candid coaching for creative entrepreneurs session, Elena welcomes photographer and entrepreneur Leslie Fox into a grounded conversation about building a business that truly supports the life you want to live. As part of our coaching for creative […]

The Elena S Blair Community Print Competition was created as a place for photographers to share work they’re proud of and take part in a photography print competition for photographers that feels supportive, approachable, and grounded in real community. It’s about showing up, submitting your work, and being part of something alongside other photographers who […]

If you’ve ever wondered whether you can build a real income around a documentary family photography business, this episode will feel like sitting in on the exact conversation you’ve been craving. In this live coaching session, I’m talking with Connecticut-based photographer Rebecca Bloomfield, who went from juggling four part-time jobs to running her photography business […]

If you’ve ever wondered what photography business coaching actually looks like behind the scenes, this episode is going to feel like a deep breath. In this real coaching session, I sit down with family photographer and SEO educator Jaime Bugbee King, who went from burned-out dental hygienist to in-demand luxury family photographer in the Portland […]