A little while ago I wrote a blog in response to an email about how to get started as a wedding photographer. No sooner did I finish that than I realized how many times I get asked about how to start a blog - any type of blog - by everyone from friends to family to new acquaintances! I am pretty passionate about blogging (I truly do consider it one of the best parts of my job) and I have tons of advice for anyone wanting to get started!

If you've ever thought about writing down personal thoughts or turning a blog into a business, here are some great tips to get you on the right foot.

1) Define what you want to do and to whom you want to write...