Edward Matthews Photography

06/02/2026

I had alot of fun with the hardworking crew of pasture farms. Got a ton of footage. You really can't take this kinda stuff for granted. Everyday is a gift, that’s why it’s called the present. Licensed drone pilot. DM for rates. Let’s craft your vision!
Edward Matthews Photography. LET'S SHOOT!
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05/14/2026

People see “$550 photoshoot” and think photographers pocket $550 dollars. 🤯

Here’s a realistic breakdown of where that actually goes 👇

Client pays: $550

• Put away 25% for taxes
$550 → $412.50

• Payment processing / transaction fee
$412.50 → $395.55

• SD cards (1–2 cards for a session, average cost)
~$65–$130
$395.55 → $330.55–$265.55

• Monthly business expenses split across sessions
(storage, gallery delivery, website, subscriptions, editing software, etc.)
~$50
$330.55–$265.55 → $280.55–$215.55

• Gas + travel to and from session
~$20–$40+ depending on location
$280.55–$215.55 → $260.55–$175.55

And that’s before:

• equipment upgrades/repairs 🛠
• camera bodies + lenses 📷
• computer + hard drives 💾
• insurance ✔️
• props/client closet 👗
• education 📚
• advertising 📢
• time spent shooting 🕑
• hours of editing 💻
• emailing, planning, culling, delivering galleries, bookkeeping, & a dozen other payless hours 💸

Photography is a business, not just “showing up and taking pictures.” I appreciate those who know the iceberg of backwork that goes on behind the scenes. 🫶🏿👨🏿‍🏫📸
Let's SHOOT!

Edward Matthews Photography
small steps move mountains
Book today!

05/14/2026

People see “$550 photoshoot” and think photographers pocket $550 dollars. 🤯

Here’s a realistic breakdown of where that actually goes 👇

Client pays: $550

• Put away 25% for taxes
$550 → $412.50

• Payment processing / transaction fee
$412.50 → $395.55

• SD cards (1–2 cards for a session, average cost)
~$65–$130
$395.55 → $330.55–$265.55

• Monthly business expenses split across sessions
(storage, gallery delivery, website, subscriptions, editing software, etc.)
~$50
$330.55–$265.55 → $280.55–$215.55

• Gas + travel to and from session
~$20–$40+ depending on location
$280.55–$215.55 → $260.55–$175.55

And that’s before:

• equipment upgrades/repairs 🛠
• camera bodies + lenses 📷
• computer + hard drives 💾
• insurance ✔️
• props/client closet 👗
• education 📚
• advertising 📢
• time spent shooting 🕑
• hours of editing 💻
• emailing, planning, culling, delivering galleries, bookkeeping, & a dozen other payless hours 💸

Photography is a business, not just “showing up and taking pictures.” I appreciate those who know the iceberg of backwork that goes on behind the scenes. 🫶🏿👨🏿‍🏫📸
Let's SHOOT!
Edward Matthews Photography
small steps move mountains
Book today!

04/22/2026

LET'S SHOOT!📸📽🎬
On location professional media services.
Headshots, portraits or family sessions.
Videography available as well.
NOW BOOKING FOR SUMMER AND SPRING APPTS.
WE COME TO YOU🛶, ✈️,🚠,🚁
Message today for free consultation!
Edward Matthews Photography

02/20/2026

This lil guy is ready for his next big roll! Trust me. They really do grow up fast! Save that moment and come book your next shoot today!

02/20/2026

Had the absolutely joy of meeting this lovely couple from Panama City this evening celebrating their honeymoon. Had to make it a memory they’d always remember. She just turned 21 😉! After doing this for over 2 decades I can always tell when 2 people really adore each other. Let me give you a memory you won’t forget! Book your next shoot today!

02/19/2026

Just keep swimming 🇵🇷

02/12/2026

Cuando no estoy en la buena
Tú me lleva' a hacer castillo' de arena
🇵🇷

02/12/2026