Take a look at the August newsletter for the latest insights, tips and updates from HVP Solutions.

Since launching in May this year, Early Learning Photographers Australia (ELPA) has been steadily building momentum, with its framework and accreditation program attracting growing interest across the industry. Created as a not-for-profit organisation, ELPA was established to give early learning photographers a stronger voice and provide a practical framework that supports child safety, privacy and professional standards. Why now? The need for an industry body became increas

For decades, prepay has been the backbone of school and sports photography. But around the world, that model is changing.

If you've been following our interview series with Magnus Bagge, CEO of Exakta Photo, our July newsletter brings together the complete four-part series in one place, with links to all four episodes.

In the final instalment of Glen Nelson's interview with Magnus Bagge, CEO of Exakta Photo, the conversation turns to the future – both for individual photography businesses and for the industry as a whole. Throughout the series, Magnus has shared the lessons, systems, and mindset that helped Exakta Photo grow into one of Europe's leading photography companies. In this concluding discussion, he reflects on how businesses can continue moving forward when they're unsure of the n

Most business owners know change is necessary. The challenge is finding the confidence to make it happen. In the third instalment of Glen Nelson's interview with Magnus Bagge, CEO of Exakta Photo, the discussion focuses on one of the biggest obstacles to business improvement: the fear of change. According to Magnus, the businesses that struggle to evolve are rarely held back by technology or a lack of opportunity. More often, they are held back by a reluctance to move away fr

As privacy expectations continue to evolve across Australia, an increasing number of early learning centres are requesting composites that only display first names. To support this requirement, the Netlife platform offers automated first-name-only composite generation. Using a simple tagging structure, you can create composites that automatically populate names, images, backgrounds, logos, and other branding elements, while meeting your clients' privacy preferences. Benefits

The second instalment of Glen Nelson's interview with Magnus Bagge, CEO of Exakta Photo, where the focus shifts to the operational decisions that helped transform the business into one of Europe's leading photography companies.

Glen Nelson sits down with Magnus Bagge, CEO of Exakta Photo AB, to discuss how the business has evolved over the past two decades and the lessons learned along the way.

Many photography companies provide complimentary staff photos as a thank you to schools and educators. While it's a valued gesture, the way those photos are delivered can have a significant impact on both cost and workload. The traditional approach is to either print all staff photos as a batch for the school to distribute, or create individual complimentary orders for each staff member. While both methods ensure staff receive their photos, they also require every package to

The June newsletter has arrived, covering industry news, practical tips and the latest updates from HVP Solutions. In this edition, you'll find: how ELPA is supporting the future of early learning photography the hidden cost of over-photographing the role school photos they play in preserving childhood memories how to manage sibling and friend workflow without third-party tools updated Photolink 3 support documentation. Take a few minutes to explore the June edition and stay

Before working in the volume photography industry, I spent ten years as a teacher in both Australia and Finland. During that time, I watched children grow from nervous preps into confident young adults ready for the next stage of life – usually with at least one questionable haircut phase along the way. As a teacher, I saw firsthand how much schools shape a child's life. They are not just places for learning. They are where friendships are formed, interests emerge and many of

Last week saw the launch of ELPA – Early Learning Photographers Australia, a new industry body focused on supporting photographers working within early learning environments and promoting best practice across the sector. We’re pleased to support this initiative, which aims to encourage greater professionalism, consistency, and trust within early learning photography, helping to create positive and inclusive experiences for children, families, and educators. Elizabeth Teece, p

Are you still using spreadsheets, manual tagging or third-party tools to manage sibling and friend photo requests? With the sibling/friend workflow built directly into the Netlife platform, there’s no need for external solutions. The workflow supports the entire process, from online registration and booking (including time slots) through to photographing, image management and sales, helping reduce manual handling while creating a smoother experience for both photographers and

One of the biggest mistakes preschool photographers make is taking far too many photos of each child. While it may seem like offering families more choice adds value, over-photographing often creates unnecessary costs, slows down workflows and reduces profitability. Why photographers over-photograph For many photographers, it comes down to habit. Some carry over workflows from other areas of photography without adapting to the fast-paced nature of preschool sessions. Others l

We’re exploring the idea of bringing people together from the kinder, school and sports photography space for an interactive conference and networking event in Melbourne this November. We’d love to know if you’d be interested in being part of it – share your thoughts via our survey by 31 May. The aim is to create a collaborative event where we can learn from each other, sharing industry insights, real-world experiences, emerging trends and opportunities to connect with others

The May edition is here, bringing you a fresh mix of updates, ideas and insights to explore. In this edition, you’ll find: how Blue Wolf Photography made the move to a wireless workflow how new products could help give your sales a boost the latest Knowledge Base updates to keep you in the loop. We’re also keen to hear your thoughts on a conference we’re planning for late November – don’t miss your chance to have a say! Check out the May 2026 edition for all this and more.

High-volume photography in early-learning settings is often a race against the clock – especially when you’re working with preschoolers who don’t exactly follow a script. In our latest sit-down, Glen Nelson chats with Leigh Woolford from Blue Wolf Photography about stepping away from the traditional “shoot to card” method and moving toward a fully wireless, tethered setup.