If you’re like me, when March rolls around I’m in full spring cleaning and organizing mode. From organizing my desk drawers to cleaning my cameras and lenses, I crave new ways to keep my gear clean and my business organized. Here are some ideas to get you started on your spring-cleaning journey.
1. The Lenspen
This is a small investment to make to keep my lenses safe from impromptu and perilous cleaning sessions with my shirt or finger. Small and easy-to-use, the Lenspen is safe for all optical lenses, LCDs, plasmas, and glass surfaces. It cannot dry out, is unaffected by temperature, and has a life of over 500 cleanings. $15
2. Rocket Blaster
Simply the safest and best way to blow clean, dust-free air to clean lenses, cameras, and filters. All are made from the best quality silicon rubber for long life and instant rebound to deliver almost a continuous stream of clean air. A one-way valve on the bottom brings in clean air and does not redistribute the dust. $9-13
3. Sensor Cleaning Kit from Delkin
Professional camera sensor cleaning can sometimes take cameras out of commission for weeks, and most photographers simply can’t live without their camera for that long. This kit includes everything we need to quickly and inexpensively eliminate any type of debris (wet or dry) from our camera’s sensor, surrounding chamber and lens. $60
4. Colorvale Business Notepads
With these notepads designed specifically for photographers, I can easily plan mini sessions and track payment, fill out client orders that look so professional they can be used as an invoice or use the session checklist so I have everything I need to have a successful shoot. $10 each or $23 for 3
5. Ketti Memory Card Notebook
Keep memory cards organized in style. Each of these unique, hand-bound fabric books holds up to 6 compact flash or 9 SD memory cards. Wedding photographers and high volume shooters will love the included pen and notepad, perfect for keeping up with what photos are on each card. Be sure to number them to keep them organized! $25
6. Wunderlist
Whether I’m adding to my never-ending to-do list, compiling a session checklist, or planning the details of a workshop, Wunderlist can handle it. Wunderlist instantly syncs between my phone, tablet, and computer, so I can access my lists from anywhere. I check Wunderlist multiple times a day, and the moment I think of something I need to do or remember, I add it. And best of all, it’s free.
Don’t forget! Spring cleaning is an excellent time to make sure you’ve updated your copyright information for the current year. Be sure to double check data on cameras, import settings, export settings, and website footers. It only takes a few minutes to do and it keeps your business up-to-date!
