Episode 7: 10 Things we bought that weren’t worth it

When we first started photography, we definitely didn’t get every purchase right. 😅 In this episode of Called & Creative, Mekala and Courtni are sharing the photography purchases that ended up being a complete waste of money (at least for us).From buying way too many Lightroom presets to investing in gear, lenses, props, and styled shoots that didn’t actually move our businesses forward, we’re talking honestly about the things we wish we would’ve done differently. We also dive into why learning light, mastering your craft, and investing in education will take you much further than constantly upgrading your gear.If you’re a new photographer or in the early stages of growing your business, this episode might save you a lot of money — and a lot of trial and error.In this episode we talk about:• Photography purchases we regret• The truth about presets and editing shortcuts• Why you don’t need every lens right away• When gear upgrades are actually worth it• Investing in skills instead of just equipmentSometimes the best lessons in business come from the mistakes we’ve already made. 🎙️