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

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

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

In the fast-paced world of high-volume photography, taking a great photo is just the beginning. Growth often comes from offering products that resonate with families and turn a photo into something they can display, share, or gift. A well-timed, thoughtfully designed new product can do more than refresh your range – it can strengthen your overall offering and contribute to increased revenue and profitability. Capturing family moments through unique products Whether it’s an 8x

Netlife has updated its macOS support policy to align with Apple’s update strategy. It now supports the latest three major macOS versions, with each new Apple release added to the supported list while the oldest version is phased out. What This Means for You If you are using one of the latest three macOS versions, you will continue to receive full support. If you are using an older version, Netlife applications may still function, but support, updates, and bug fixes will no l

Running a thriving photography business is about more than just taking great pictures – it’s about building a workflow that can grow with you. For Halina, co-owner of Pure Sports Photography, the journey to scaling wasn’t always smooth. Manual processes, endless file handling, and long turnaround times were holding the team back from reaching their true potential. That all changed when Pure Sports Photography embraced the Netlife platform and partnered with HVP Solutions f

Securing photography consent is now an essential, mandatory process in the early learning photography environment. Many childcare photography companies are taking a proactive approach by gathering consent and registration simultaneously, instead of leaving this responsibility to the centres. This strategy showcases their professionalism in the industry, ultimately helping them secure more centres. Are your procedures and explanations clear and ready for the centres you work w

Preamble There are a few different ways to interpret how consent works in childcare photography — and it’s easy to see why confusion sometimes arises. Part 1 will focus on who is legally and operationally responsible for obtaining photography consent in childcare settings. Part 2 (coming soon) will explore how this works in practice, with real-world procedures and examples. Today, we’ll start by looking at who holds responsibility for childcare photography consent. In Austr

In the school photography industry, every company talks about quality images and smooth photo days. But when it comes to data management and image delivery, many photographers overlook one of the most powerful differentiators they can offer schools: a secure, self-service portal.

The childcare and early learning sector is tightening its policies—and if you’ve been asked to sign a statutory declaration before a...

Insights from the International School Photography Conference On my recent trip to South Africa for the International School Photography...

Leigh constantly reminds us of the importance of working smarter on our businesses—not just in them. His incredible openness to change, willingness to challenge the status quo, and forward-thinking mindset serve as a powerful example to everyone around him. He embraces growth with enthusiasm and shows us that evolving your business isn’t just possible, it’s essential. Leigh’s leadership is a reminder that progress comes from courage, curiosity, and a commitment to doing thing