SEO for photographers: websites, social media, and Google Search

In this episode of Search Off The Record, John and Martin explore the intersection of SEO and photography. Is a website essential for photographers, or is social media enough? Martin, a technical SEO expert and photography enthusiast, dives into the challenges of building a photography website, optimizing images, and attracting the right audience. Whether you're a professional photographer or a hobbyist, this podcast offers valuable insights into how Search Engine Optimization can help you showcase your work and connect with your audience. Find out how to make your images more findable, understand your website's performance, and navigate the ever-changing landscape of digital marketing for photographers. Martin shares his experience building his own photography website and the challenges he faced with SEO for his personal website. 

Resources: 

Episode transcript → https://goo.gle/sotr097-transcript 

Chapters: 

0:00 - Intro
0:37 - The Expert?!
3:10 - Why do photographers need websites?
5:39 - Stock Photography and SEO
14:53-  Branding and Search
18:21 - Setting up Search Console
21:12 - Web pages and Social Media for your photos.
23:27 - Image Landing Pages
24:52 - Image Optimization
28:38 - Photography and Generative AI

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Speaker: Martin Splitt, John Mueller
Products Mentioned: Search Console