Guest Blog: Elana Mason

This week's guest blogger is wife, mom, educator and visionary, Elana Mason. She is one half of the photography team for Skye Mason Photography. I connected with Elana last year after following her and quickly becoming a fan of Skye Mason Photography's artistry. They are deeply family-oriented and have such an ability to capture the true essence and emotion of the moment for each of their clients. This is why they are my preferred local photographers. I'm excited to share more about Elana and her business in the interview below.

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1. Tell me about yourself.
I'm a kind, patient, and outgoing person, blessed to share my life with my college sweetheart, Roderick, and our four incredible children. As an educator and co-owner of Skye Mason Photography, I find joy in nurturing young minds and capturing life's precious moments. My passion lies in building meaningful relationships and offering support to others, making a positive impact wherever I go.

2. How/why did you start Skye Mason Photography?
Roderick and I started nearly seven years ago because, after our wedding, we realized the importance of quality photos. The person we hired was an amateur, which became our only regret from our big day. Had we been properly educated on the importance of hiring a professional, we definitely would have gone a different route.
After this, we developed an appreciation for beautiful images and capturing moments that can never be replicated. Over time, we learned and practiced taking photos and developed Skye Mason Photography. 
Creating a company together has always been one of our many dreams, so we are fortunate that we have been able to serve as many clients as we have, and we are excited for the future of Skye Mason Photography,

3. What did you learn about yourself an­d your support system during this process and how did you grow professionally?
Owning a business has allowed me to understand that people will support you when you are confident in yourself and your business. We have had a tremendous amount of support from close friends and family. I have grown in making connections with others and understanding that I can not do everything myself.  

4. What is your specialty or niche?
We specialize in Weddings, Portraits, and Business Branding. We aim to be your lifetime photographers. We want to grow with you. We also want to ensure you have beautiful artwork that you can cherish for years to come.

5. What is the meaning behind your business name?
We chose Skye Mason Photography after our only daughter Skye.

6. What are the best & most challenging parts of being an entrepreneur, specifically working with your spouse?
The best part about working with my spouse is that we built this business together. It has been a fantastic addition to our lives, and we are so grateful for the opportunities Skye Mason Photography has provided us.

What has been most challenging is that sometimes our visions don’t align,  impacting our business. Just like in marriage, we have learned the art of compromise :) 

7. Where do you see your business in 5 ­years?
In five years, we will have expanded our photography business to other ventures and will be educators in the photography field. 

8. Tell me about your most recent business wi­n.
Our most recent business win stems from our revamped client experience, which we're incredibly excited about. By listening attentively to our clients' feedback and refining our services, we've elevated every aspect of their interaction with our company. 

9. Please share any upcoming events or programs you will be participating in or any special offerings for new clients.
We just opened booking for Spring Family Photos and Graduation Sessions! 

To learn more about Skye Mason Photography, you can visit the website. Be sure to follow SMP on Instagram and Facebook and TikTok.