Posted by Jana Ferreira 13 Valentine’s Day Gifts for Photographers to Make Them Swoon
Valentine's Day is just around the corner, and if your sweetheart has a passion for capturing life's moments through a lens, then you're in luck with this swoon-worthy list of Valentine’s Day gifts for photographers.
Forget the cliché roses and chocolates! This year, give them a gift that speaks to their creative soul.
Here are thirteen V-Day gifts that will make their hearts skip a beat.
1. Lens of Love
TTArtisan 50mm 1.4 Tilt Lens
Let's kick things off with a bang... or rather, a shutter! The TTArtisan 50mm 1.4 tilt lens is an epic lens for any photographer. With its ability to create stunning tilt-shift effects, this lens opens up a world of creative possibilities.
Priced at around $200, it's a steal for the quality and versatility it offers. Trust us, your darling photographer will be over the moon with this gem.
2. External Hard Drives
Backing up photos is not a joke when it comes to photographers. An external hard drive is one of the best Valentine's day gifts for photographers. Pick the best external hard drive from this list. We recommend the Seagate Backup Plus 5TB External Hard Drive. It's compatible with Mac & Windows, has USB 3.0 (18-inch cable included) and a compact and sleek design
3. Acrylic Albums
Every photographer knows the importance of showcasing their work in style. Enter UAF Photo Lab and their stunning acrylic albums.
These sleek and modern albums are the perfect way for your special someone to display their favorite shots.
You can treat your loved one to one of those V-Day gifts that check both the practical and beautiful boxes.
4. Subscription to the Best Photo Editing Software
Want your photographer friend to stop working till 3 AM? Give them the gift of time with Aftershoot—- the best AI culling and editing software for photographers. It helps photographers speed up their photo editing workflow. What they will love about Aftershoot are:
- No internet needed
- Unlimited image processing
- Rated 5 stars on trust pilot
and more...
Price: Starts at $10/month billed annually
5. A Gift That’s Always Close to Their Heart
Spiderholster’s Spider X Belt + Backpack Camera Holster
Say goodbye to bulky camera bags and hello to hands-free shooting with the Spiderholster Spider X Belt + Backpack Camera Holster.
This ingenious contraption allows photographers to securely holster their camera on their hip or backpack strap, giving them easy access to their gear while on the move.
At just $29, it's as affordable as it is impressive, making it the ultimate photography gift for your shutterbug.
6. A Ticket to Business Bliss
Studio Ninja is every photographer's secret weapon when it comes to managing their business seamlessly. From client management to invoicing, contracts, and scheduling, Studio Ninja has got it all covered.
With a subscription to Studio Ninja, your beloved photographer will have more time to do what they love: spending time with you and capturing stunning images.
7. A Color of Love
Add a pop of color and creativity to your loved one's photography by treating them to Rogue Flash Gels by ExpoImaging this Valentine’s Day.
These versatile gels allow photographers to experiment with different lighting effects and color temperatures, making their photos truly stand out.
With a wide range of colors to choose from, they'll have a blast mixing and matching to create the perfect mood for every shot.
Brighten up their Valentine's Day with this colorful and fun gift!
8. Scale their Photography Marketing
SnapFlow Marketing Tool: Free Trial
Give your special someone a taste of automated marketing this Valentine's Day.
SnapFlow is the ultimate lead management tool for photographers, allowing them to effortlessly book more clients by automating social media postings and creating effective sales funnels through SMS and email marketing.
9. A V-Day Gift for Lasting Memories
Angelbird’s MEDIA TANK™ Case for 4 Memory Cards
Last but not least, let's talk about peace of mind.
The Angelbird MEDIA TANK™ Case is a rugged and reliable solution for storing precious memory cards.
With space for up to four cards, this compact case will keep your loved one's digital memories safe and sound, whether they're shooting in the studio or out in the wild.
10. Custom Camera Strap
There are multiple options to choose from but one of the best brands that you can ever come across for custom camera straps is Lucky Straps. It allows you to customize your strap whether it's color, leather, adding logo, etc. Check them out here
11. Instant Camera
A gift that speaks volume — instant cameras. One of our top choices this Valentine's season is the Fujifilm Instax Square SQ40 Instant Camera. The features they will love are:
- Hand strap included
- Built-in automatic exposure
- Built-in one-touch selfie lens and selfie mirror
12. Wireless Headphones
Need your photographer friend or peer to get off the computer already? Music helps.
Every photographer needs music, especially when culling and editing 1000s of photos. The Sony WH-CH520 wireless headphones are an excellent choice. It has made waves since on many tech review sites as the best budget-friendly wireless headphones for everyday use.
13. Backpacks or Camera Bags
One must-have essential item for photographers is a backpack. And with Valentine’s Day around the corner, make their day by gifting stylish and fashionable backpacks so they can show it off on their next shoot.
The Grid Backpack by Ekster is an amazing Valentine’s gift for photographers who like to travel light and want to carry all their essentials comfortably. Shop now and grab 30% OFF on their Valentine’s Day sale!
You can also go for Wandrd Prvke Camera Bag V3 — reviewed one of the best camera bags for photographers. It fits almost everything from your tripods to your cameras. There’s also a laptop sleeve that can fit a 16’ laptop and another section where you can keep your tab. So if you are looking for a gear bag that fits just about everything, this one is for you!
Valentine’s Day Gifts for Photographers Sorted!
There you have it, folks! Thirteen Valentine's Day gifts for photographers that are sure to make their hearts flutter.
Show your shutterbug sweetheart some love this V-Day with a gift that celebrates their passion for photography.
Trust us, they'll be smiling from ear to ear with any of these thoughtful gestures.
If your loved one is more into experiences than physical gifts, check out the top photography events and workshops happening this year. Surprising them with a ticket might just be the icing on the cake!
Thank you to all our incredible Aftershoot Ambassadors and Partners who make gifting easy with the stunning offers featured in this article.
Happy Valentine's Day! We hope you make beautiful memories with your special someone this year.
