SMS Marketing for Photographers

Use two-way SMS to confirm bookings, send reminders, share galleries, and keep clients engaged with automated campaigns.

Built for Photographers

  • Send booking confirmations, shoot reminders, and delivery notifications directly from your business line

  • Automate follow-ups, review requests, and upsell offers for albums or prints

  • Segment by client type, event category, or session package to send tailored updates

  • Connect CRM, scheduling, and payment tools so records and conversations stay in sync

Launch SMS That Clients Actually Read

Photography clients value clarity and timeliness. SMS ensures booking confirmations, reminders, and updates are seen instantly, helping you cut no-shows and improve client satisfaction.

98%

of texts are read immediately

30%

of consumers found text most helpful when considering a purchase

40%

of consumers said they have tried to text a business

Everything You Need to Scale SMS

Campaigns and Keywords

Grow opt-in lists through website sign-ups, event promotions, and QR codes. Send seasonal mini-shoot promos, special offers, and referral campaigns, while tracking engagement with unique codes.

Reminders and After-Hours Auto-Replies

Send reminders for photo sessions and order pickups to reduce cancellations. After-hours auto-replies confirm receipt, gather details like session type, and let clients know when they will receive a reply.

Mobile App, Reporting, and Integrations

Photographers never miss a message with the mobile app. Track replies, bookings, and campaign performance, and sync conversations with your CRM or scheduling system.

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Everything You Need to Text at Scale

  • Textellent Messenger

    The Textellent Messenger is a Chrome extension that lets your team text inside the apps you already use—no code, no tab-switching. View full conversation history, reuse approved templates and media, and keep replies organized in a shared inbox.

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  • Integrate SMS

    Textellent integrates with 800+ apps—CRMs, schedulers, forms, and payment platforms—so data flows in and texts go out at the perfect moment. Map fields once, tag contacts consistently, and keep systems in sync.

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  • Automations

    Turn common events into automatic SMS touchpoints: new leads, appointments, payments, status changes, and more. Build simple, rules-based flows that send the right text and follow-ups without manual work.

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  • Franchisor Module

    The Franchisor Module gives franchisors clear visibility across locations while empowering franchisees to execute consistent, on-brand texting that drives growth. Scale what works and spot where support is needed—fast.

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  • AI Rewriter & Translate

    Instantly polish your texts and translate them into different languages, making communication faster and more accessible.

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  • Mobile App

    Keep conversations moving on the go. The Textellent Mobile app brings your shared inbox to iOS & Android with real-time push notifications, quick-reply templates and media, conversation assignment, and full sync to your CRM—so nothing slips through when you’re away from your desk.

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Turn Texts Into Booked Sessions and Happy Clients

FAQs About SMS Marketing for Photographers

What can photographers do with SMS?
You can confirm bookings, send reminders, notify clients when galleries are ready, promote seasonal specials, request reviews, and share referral offers. SMS keeps clients engaged and drives repeat sessions.
How quickly do clients respond to texts? +
Most texts are read within minutes, making SMS the most reliable way to confirm bookings, send updates, and promote time-sensitive offers.
Can we use our existing business number? +
Yes. You can text-enable your main line so clients can text or call the same number. Messages can be routed to you or your team as needed.
How do after-hours auto-replies work? +
When clients text after hours, an auto-reply confirms receipt, requests session details, and tells them when to expect a response.
Can we segment messages and track results? +
Yes. Segment by session type (weddings, portraits, events), package size, or past bookings. Track confirmations, responses, and repeat bookings to measure ROI.
Does this integrate with CRM or scheduling tools? +
Textellent integrates with CRMs, scheduling, and payment platforms to sync bookings, payments, and client communications.
What about compliance and opt-in or opt-out? +
Clients opt in through forms, QR codes, or booking pages. Each SMS includes opt-out instructions, and STOP and HELP requests are managed automatically to ensure compliance.
Can we try Textellent for free? +
Yes. Photographers can start with a 14-day free trial to test reminders, campaigns, and booking workflows before upgrading.