--- title: "Episode #11 - Stepping Out Creatively" description: Running a professional photography business calls for making many big decisions. Dorie is here to help with some of those decisions in this episode image: https://blog.nphoto.com/hubfs/blog-nphoto/podcasts/audio/11-Square%20Podcast%20Slides.jpg --- - [all podcasts](https://blog.nphoto.com/podcast) - [blog](https://blog.nphoto.com/) - [pro-tip](https://blog.nphoto.com/pro-tip-sign-up) ## Focal Points with Dorie Howell # Episode #11 Stepping Out Creatively Shamika of Aria Rose Photography in Dallas Texas is my guest today and we discuss her journey into being a truly creative artist vs. just a camera for hire. Her studio features beautiful one of a kind art tailor made for her clients. I loved hearing about her process for creating her gorgeous images and learning about her sales process. You can find Shamika in the following places:   [Aria Rose Photography](https://www.ariarosephotography.com/)   [Aria Rose Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/ariasrose_photography/)   Following up with clients is the number one thing you can do to increase your booking success. Listen to Episode #10 of the Podcast, [“The Power of the Follow Up”](https://blog.nphoto.com/podcast/ep10-the-power-of-the-follow?autoplay=true) and get this download.   [Get the download here with 25 ways you can follow up with inquiries.](https://www.harmonyhangout.com/pl/2147499299)   Want a 75% off discount from your first nPhoto Sample? 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