5 Documentary Photographer Success Stories [2024]

Pat Walls

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Updated: July 24th, 2023

Become A Documentary Photographer

Documentary photographers capture images that portray people, places, and events and offer their audience an accurate visual recording.

To start a documentary photography business, you need a camera, a DSLR, or a regular point-and-shoot device. Proper photo editing skills will help you present quality results to your customers.

Here are some real life success stories of starting a documentary photographer:

Learn more about starting a documentary photographer:

Where to start?

-> How much does it cost to start a documentary photographer?
-> Pros and cons of a documentary photographer

Need inspiration?

-> Examples of established documentary photographer
-> Marketing ideas for a documentary photographer

Other resources

-> Email templates for a documentary photographer

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Becoming A Documentary Photographer: Everything You Need To Know

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3. Shutterbug

Photo Tips, How-Tos, News & Reviews

Where they're located: Boston, Massachusetts, USA
Website traffic: 260K/month

4. Freestyle Photographic Supplies

Specializing in Traditional Photographic Black and White Film, Black and White Paper, Chemicals, Holga Cameras and Inkjet Paper.

Where they're located: Los Angeles, California, USA
Website traffic: 120K/month

5. Hunt's Photo and Video

Hunt's Photo & Video is New England's Imaging Equipment Leader. Call our Knowledgeable and friendly staff today to get help with all of your photo & filmmaking needs.

Where they're located: Portland, Oregon, USA