The ARC Creative Podcast: Educating + Inspiring Creatives to Excel as Artists, Entrepreneurs & Humans. – Détails, épisodes et analyse

In this episode, I sit down with Meghan Hemstra, an incredible Vancouver wedding photographer with a knack for creating images that are both timeless and cinematic.

We talk about everything from trusting your gut as an artist to capturing those magical, unscripted moments on a wedding day. Meghan shares her journey, her love for black-and-white imagery, and how music, movies, and pure creativity influence her work.

Whether you're a photographer or just love the artistry behind weddings, you’re going to love this chat. 

Let’s dive in!

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WEDDINGS // Vancouver Wedding Photographer

In today’s episode, I’m thrilled to sit down with Caroline Ross, a commercial photographer whose career has taken her from Northern Ontario to the Caribbean, and now to Vancouver, BC.

Caroline’s journey is nothing short of inspiring - she’s mastered the art of transitioning from weddings to commercial work, built her reputation in competitive markets, and is now an educator at Linga College. We dive deep into her insights on getting published, navigating new industries, and the power of networking to grow your business.

She also gives us a sneak peek into her upcoming ARC Conference presentation, where she’ll break down the world of commercial photography and share invaluable tips for wedding photographers looking to expand their horizons.

Whether you’re new to photography or a seasoned pro, this episode is packed with takeaways to help you push creative boundaries and elevate your craft. You don’t want to miss this one. Let’s dive in!

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This episode is brought to you by Beau Photo.
Serving Vancouver's photographers since 1982!
1401 West 8th Ave, Unit 110, Vancouver, British Columbia V6H 1C9

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WEDDINGS // Vancouver Wedding Photographer

• Discover why attending conferences like WPPI can be a game-changer for portrait & wedding photographers
• Explore the highlights of my experience at the WPPI conference in Las Vegas, USA
• Understand the importance of real-time interaction with other photographers and hands-on experiences with tools in shaping your photography journey
• Gain insight into my vision for bringing the spirit of conferences back to Canada 
  
  Tools mentioned:
• PicTime - https://www.pic-time.com/ - use Code NJKP97 for one free month
• FloDesk - https://flodesk.com
• DVLOP - https://dvlop.com
• Impossible Things - https://things.co
• Canon - https://canon.ca/
• Hahnemühle Paper - https://www.hahnemuehle.com/

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WEDDINGS // Vancouver Wedding Photographer

• Discover how visualization can help photographers stay focused, confident, and creative during weddings and other shoots.
• Understand the process of vividly imagining your desired future
• Learn from the experiences of successful athletes like Muhammad Ali and actors like Arnold Schwarzenegger, who have utilized visualization to achieve greatness
• Visualization Exercise: Engage in a guided visualization exercise to boost confidence and creativity for upcoming shoots or wedding days
• Learn how to incorporate visualization into your daily routine and navigate challenges with confidence and ease.

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Stay tuned for next week's episode!

Thank you for tuning in! Peace. 📸✨

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WEDDINGS // Vancouver Wedding Photographer

Episode Highlights:

Do you believe in the Law of Attraction? Let's dissect what it means and how it influences our reality.

• The Power of Internal Energy
• How What we focus on, internally shapes our external reality
• Breaking down The Law of Attract-Action
• Aligning Thoughts, Intentions, and Actions
• Conscious Awareness and Actions
• Reflection and Integration

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Thank you for tuning in!

Peace

Sachin

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WEDDINGS // Vancouver Wedding Photographer

Episode Highlights:

• Sachin's theme for 2024: "Experiment, Experience, and Evolve."
• The importance of setting a clear vision and goals amidst life's distractions.
• Exploring each guiding word: Experiment, Experience, Evolve.
• Sachin shares his personal plans for experimentation, including revisiting film photography.
• The value of life experiences and the commitment to living fully.
• The necessity of growth and evolution, both personally and professionally.
• And more ...

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Stay tuned for next week's episode for more insights and inspiration.

Thank you for tuning in!

Peace

Sachin

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WEDDINGS // Vancouver Wedding Photographer

Welcome back to The ARC Creative Podcast!

Hosted by Sachin Khona, a London-born Brit turned Vancouver wedding photographer, coach, and conference organizer.

Sachin shares his journey from accountant to creative entrepreneur and his commitment to prioritizing health and well-being.

About the Podcast:

• The ARC Creative Podcast aims to empower photographers and creatives in business and life, offering insights into business, creativity, and wellness.
  
  Sachin draws from over a decade of experience as a wedding photographer and his ventures in coaching and conference organization.

Episode Highlights:

• Sachin shares insights on the upcoming ARC Conference - The Experience, returning in 2024 and reflects on his mission at ARC: to educate, inspire, and entertain while keeping listeners informed and engaged.
• The relaunch episode features a giveaway of "The Creative Act: A Way of Being" by Rick Rubin, with a reading from the Abundance Mindset chapter.
• New episodes will be released every Wednesday, varying in length and format.

Giveaway!

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Thank you for tuning in to The ARC Creative Podcast 

Peace

Sachin

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WEDDINGS // Vancouver Wedding Photographer

The Essential Inner Work For All Creative Entrepreneurs

Get ready to unlock the inner work that fuels the creative entrepreneur within you! 

In this interview, Lauren Kyle of Boop Digital shares her invaluable insights on essential practices that can transform your creative journey.

Lauren is a passionate digital marketer based in Vancouver who works with startups, entrepreneurs and creatives to create digital experiences that help launch and grow businesses. She has served over 14 international markets, built over 100 websites, managed over $150,000 in advertising budgets and is engaged in the Vancouver business community as a digital marketing educator and mentor.

When she isn’t growing startups, she loves to spend her time outdoors hiking and snowboarding, and indoors playing strategic board games and Dungeons and Dragons. She is self-proclaimed feminist nerd both professionally and socially.

What you're learn in this inteview:-

- Lauren's method to reset and ground yourself in the present moment
- What currently lights up Lauren and fuels her passion
- Lauren's daily routine and how she cultivates creativity in the morning
- The powerful relationship between creativity and organization - How consistent practices and habits can help you achieve a state of flow
- Breaking free from the "Hustle and Burn Out" pattern that plagues many entrepreneurs
- The mindset and inner work necessary to overcome challenges, especially during the early years of building a business.
- The truth about entrepreneurship—a journey of problem-solving and embracing it as a lifestyle
- How problem-solving itself is a form of creativity
- Dedicating time to creative play and the snowball effect it has on your entrepreneurial endeavours
- How Lauren navigates overwhelm and develops a planning system for the year
and
- Lauren's top three tips for daily planning, helping you stay focused and productive.

Don't miss this opportunity to tap into your inner creative entrepreneur.
Watch this interview and like, share & subscribe to our YouTube channel for more interviews in the future.

Always in your growth, success and evolution,

Sachin

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Connect With Lauren:-
Website - https://boopdigital.com/
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/boopdigital...
Personal Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/everydaybylo/

Connect with Sachin & ARC:

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/arc_evolution/
Twitter - https://twitter.com/arc_evolution_

Sachin's Wedding & Portrait Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/sachinkhona
Sachin's Wedding Website - https://www.sachinkhona.com/

Get ready to embark on a transformative journey with Wedding Photographers Shari & Mike. 

In this interview, we delve into the depths of being brave and overcoming your fears in the world of wedding photography.

Discover the key to longevity as wedding photographers — connection. Hear their origin stories and Shari's inspiring jump into photography, over 20 years ago and how together, their bravery propelled them both from capturing 17 one year to 39 weddings the next when they decided to join forces as a husband and wife team.

We talk about:-

- Unlocking the secrets to longevity as a wedding photographer
- How to overcome your self-doubt and fear
- Embarking on a journey of self-discovery and rediscovery 
- The importance of creating space for a life outside of business
- Shari and Mike's tipping points in their creative journey
- How to elevate your connections
- The power of sharing your work everywhere
- And why leveraging your strengths, curiosity, energy and excitement can help your career 

Join Mike and Shari on this extraordinary journey and subscribe to this channel for more powerful insights and experiences in the future.

Watch this interview now and get ready to elevate your wedding photography career!

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Connect With Shari & Mike:
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/shariandmike
Website - https://www.shariandmike.ca

Connect with Sachin & ARC: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/arc_evolution/
Twitter - https://twitter.com/arc_evolution_

Sachin's Wedding & Portrait Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/sachinkhona
Sachin's Wedding Website - https://www.sachinkhona.com/

Looking to tap further into your own creativity as a photographer? This is for you.

In this episode, Heather shares her process for coming up with creative ideas and how she explores and lets go of certain concepts. She also shares her experience with Julia Cameron's The Artist's Way, and how it impacted her creativity.

Heather also discusses her own creative projects including Summer of '75. She takes us through the creation process and how it was a collaborative effort. Heather also delves into the FarmHER project and its importance to her.

If you're interested in finding a mentor, Heather shares valuable insights on how to do just that. She talks about how working with American Photographer & Artist Sam Abell influenced her approach to photography and shares her biggest lessons from working with Sam.

Throughout this video, Heather emphasizes how creative sessions and ideas have impacted her paid and professional work. Don't miss out on the wisdom and experience of this talented creative. Watch the video and subscribe to our channel for more interviews in the future with photographers and creatives!

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Connect With Heather: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/heatherdoughtyphotography

Website - https://heatherdoughtyphotography.com/

Connect with Sachin & ARC:

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/arc_evolution/

Twitter - https://twitter.com/arc_evolution_

Sam Abell - http://samabell.com/

Sachin's Wedding & Portrait Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/sachinkhona

Sachin's Wedding Website - https://www.sachinkhona.com/