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Must-haves

Most-used lens

Canon RF 28-70 F2

This beast is literally on my camera at least 80% of the time I'm shooting.

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Lighting

Profoto A2

My small but mighty light that gives me creative freedom wherever I go.

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travel bags

DNA 16 DSLR Bag

My favorite in every travel - a reliable and durable camera bag.

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travel bags

Roadie Hybrid Roller 21

A carry-on roller with a comfortable shoulder strap for easy transport.

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Reflector

Manfrotto Grip

Portable and adjustable for convenient on-the-go use.

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Workflow

17 Hats

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Best gear for portraits and branding

Canon RF 85mm f/1.2 L Lens

This one's mine

Canon EOS R5 Mirrorless

This one's mine

Profoto Clic Octa Softbox

This one's mine

Profoto A10

 

This one's mine

Best gear for wedding and events

Canon EOS R5 Mark II

 

Say Yes to This!

Canon EOS R6 Mark II

 

Say Yes to This!

Canon EOS R3

 

Make It Yours!

Canon RF28-70mm 2.0 Lens

Make It Yours!

 

Profoto B10

This one's mine

Canon RF135mm 1.8 IS

This one's mine

Best budget-friendly photography gear

Canon RF85mm F2 Macro IS STM

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Canon EOS R7 Mirrorless

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Canon RF 50mm F1.8

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Glow 5-in-1 Reflector

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Software & Services

Discover the software and  pros that help me run my award-winning photography business

Editing

CaptureOne

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Website

Squarespace

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Website

Kajabi

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Photo Store

Adorama

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Design

Fundy

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Albums + Printing

H&H Color Lab

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Photo Galleries

N-Vu

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Social Media 

Manychat

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Social Media 

IG Reel Templates

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Presets

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Joy Presets Vol. 1
— 15 presets

 
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Joy Presets Vol. 2
— 9 presets

 
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