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Tools & services I personally use to run my photography business
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Tools & services I personally use to run my photography business
Hey friend! Over the years I've tested a lot of tools — some great, some not worth your time. Below is my honest, curated list of everything I actually use day-to-day at Captured by Candace. Some links are affiliate links, meaning I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. I only ever share what I genuinely stand behind. 🤎
AI Culling & Editing
Work smarter, not longer
This one gave me my life back. Aftershoot uses AI to cull your images in minutes — filtering blinks, blur, and duplicates — then edits them trained on your personal style. The more you use it, the smarter it gets. Unlimited photos, one flat fee.
Online Gallery Delivery
Galleries your clients will obsess over
Pic-Time is where I deliver every single gallery — and my clients always comment on how beautiful the experience is. Beyond the stunning presentation, there's a built-in print store, slideshow creator, and automated marketing that sells prints while you sleep.
Candace Uses This Try Pic-TimeAlbum Design Software
From shoot to print-ready in minutes
The fastest way to design gorgeous wedding albums without the headache. Drop your images in and SmartAlbums auto-builds beautiful layouts — I can have a full client-ready draft done in under 30 minutes. Built-in cloud proofing and lab integration included.
Luxury Album Lab
Heirloom albums, handcrafted with care
When my couples want an album as luxurious as their wedding day, DreambooksPro is my lab. Every cover is handcrafted by artisans — soft-touch leather, elegant velvets, and more. The quality that makes clients tear up when they open the box.
CRM & Client Management
The backbone of my business
Contracts, invoices, questionnaires, automations, payments — all in one place. I stopped juggling five different tools the day I switched to HoneyBook. My clients get a polished experience from the very first inquiry. It genuinely feels like having a personal assistant.
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Want personalized guidance on your photography business, editing workflow, client experience, or anything in between? Book a 1:1 session and get my full, undivided attention — just you and me.
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