Made for photographers by a photographer
Free tools to make your business life easier
Simple, practical resources to help you plan, create, and keep moving—no cost, no fuss.
Start with what you need
Practical resources for photographers
WORKFLOW
workflow.html | This free tool helps you map your days, your projects, your time, and your clients. I wanted something easy that didn’t require an internet connection or a subscription. Free to use, modify it in Claude Code for even more flexibility. Full use guide is included.
TODAY
today.html | My personal desktop daily tracker to make sure I am doing what I need to do. Set up your own priorities and habit tracking. Make sure your marketing outreach gets done, and keep the archived info you want to keep. No internet sharing, no subscription nonsense. This is yours.
Unzip the folder and leave all files inside. You will need them if you want to hook up your email or Notion.
A full Guide is included with use instructions, and information on hooking up your Notion and Email if you want.
Photography Estimate Builder
Large studio bid tool (Beta)
The large studio bid tool
A free starting point for photographers with larger studios, who need to turn a client inquiry into a clear, workable estimate.
anthropic api key needed
They aren’t expensive. A $25 API Key will last you months.
Issues or Bugs?
Let me know.
These Bid Builders help you organize the moving parts of a paid shoot before sending a number to a client. Outline the scope, time, usage, expenses, and deliverables in one place so you can see what the job requires and communicate your proposal with greater confidence. It is a practical prompt for better questions and clearer expectations, not a substitute for setting rates that fit your business.
The one above is for larger studios with lots of moving parts, vendors, and staff.
The one below is for a smaller studio, more like a small town or editorial shooter.
SMALL STUDIO BID BUILDER (BETA)
SMALL bid tool (Beta)
The SMALL studio bid tool
Built for smaller studios and editorial photographers, this free tool is a starting point for photographers who need to organize a bid that shows the client they are professional and ready for the gig.
Release Date
Beta available now.
Full release available November 1, 2026
anthropic api key needed
They aren’t expensive. A $25 API Key will last you months.
Issues or Bugs?
Let me know.
Don Giannatti: Photographer, Mentor
I’ve been a professional photographer for more than 50 years. I’ve built a career shaped by making images, solving creative problems, and staying curious about the craft. I’ve earned awards and helped hundreds of businesses make more money. But it’s the experience behind the work that I bring to photographers who are finding their direction. Through mentoring and practical resources, I have helped hundreds of photographers navigate the move toward professional work.
The mentorship is built around that same mission: useful tools, deliberate practice, and creating systems that work.
“I make stuff happen for you.”
